Village East

My friends organised a surprise birthday party for me here and i couldn't have been more perfect. The evening went without a hitch with excellent service from the staff and a fantastic atmosphere. The cocktails before and after the meal were expertly made and the food was top notch. the party menu selection was diverse enough to meet everyone's tastes.

I was made aware following the party, how helpful the staff had been helping to arrange the night and would advise anyone planning a party, surprise or not, that village east is an excellent venue for a great meal and a huge cocktail selection.
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James
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Tuesday, September 02, 2008

I went with three friends for Sunday Lunch, and we were wowed by the decor and ambient atmosphere. It was quite quiet, which we rather liked.

The food was very good (lamb recommended), and there was a superb selection of wines to choose from.

The reason I write this review is my frustration at the appalling service me and my friends received. Although very polite, the waitress was either very new, or very hungover. Gaffs included actually opening the wine at our table and preparing to pour before realising there were no glasses to be poured into, failing to inform us one of our desserts was not available until the successful three made it to the table, and, worst of all, after my unfortunate fellow diner had to make do without his dessert and we made about paying the bill - it miraculously appeared from nowhere. We turned it away, and refused to pay the service charge.

Perhaps our open dismay from the outset knocked the poor girl's confidence, but recover she did not. I hope she learns the trade fast, for her sake.

I'm willing to give the place another go, however, the food really was very good.
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C A T Barnes
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Food 8 | Service 2 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 7
Tuesday, August 26, 2008

Had my managers 50th birthday meal here and the food was fantastic!!! The service was brilliant and I would definately recommend it to anyone!!! Well worh going to!
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Dee Jassal
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Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 9
Friday, July 25, 2008

Fantastic meal for 8, made even better by friendly and perfectly attentive service and of course, amazing food. Would highly recommend Village East for anything from a romantic dinner for 2, a catch up with friends or a larger group party (book the 'little room') - always a great time and the events planners, waiters and waitresses are lovely.
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Mary
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Friday, July 18, 2008

An excellent dinner. The crispy duck starter was almost perfect -- crunchy and spicy but not overpowering. The braised ham was lovely, and serving it in a veggie lentil broth a nice surprise. The grappa for dessert cannot be recommended highly enough. The place was a bit noisy and the service slow, but this is forgivable on such a busy night. Highly recommended
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Ben
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Food 9 | Service 5 | Atmosphere 6 | Value for money 8
Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Our recent dinner at Village East was much enjoyed by all. The food was amazing and the staff were polite and efficient and fun! The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly. A great dining experience!
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Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 8
Monday, July 07, 2008

I’ve eaten here a couple of times and both times have been OK – nice but not outstanding. When I went last week the vegetarian choice was good, the fish and chips not so. The service is really good and there’s a nice atmosphere about it too. It’s quite trendy inside and the cocktails are excellent and well worth a try.
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Emma
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Food 7 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 7
Monday, June 02, 2008

My boyfriend and I ate at Village East on Saturday night with another couple following a recommendation from a colleague and we had a great time. Everyone agreed the food was very good, even my boyfriend who is a fussy vegetarian.

As a vegetarian, it was good to have more choices than we often have but each starter was cheese based (and one wasn't available on the night). A little more imagination would be good as not all vegetarians want to eat a lot of cheese. The roast vege & couscous was so tasty - best I've eaten but personally I would've preferred less couscous and more vegetables.

Would definitely go again - a real find for a meal but perhaps not for a drink as the bar was crowded and very noisy
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Food 8 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 7
Tuesday, May 20, 2008

Have been fortunate to have dined there on a few occassions. Have always found the quality of food to be of an exceptionally high standard. Great drinks list, and attentive service. Find it difficult to understand people's comments regarding the pricing of food items on the menu.

Shall be returning soon enough, keep up the good work.
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Neil Russell
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Food 10 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 9
Friday, February 15, 2008

Amongst the nicest venues out there.

Excellent decor, both airy and intimate at the same time, and also nicely lit.

The staff are superb too. Polite, friendly and very trendy (beautiful person place - but nice with it)

Now the food was a bit schizophrenic. i loved the fact that they had a set Valentines vegetarian menu, and this helped with the speedy efficient service.

The truffle mousse was delightful - the sort of stuff one wants at a restaurant, but he aubergine tart was awful. The main of roasted vegetables and corn meal (forgot the fancy name for it) was more-ish but not really exceptional. The dessert was also pretty average.

I must say that the effort to make an interesting vegetarian menu has to be commended, especially over 5 courses.

I will return to Village East, because I'm certain they will have more hits than misses. in any event it is a lovely place to go and eat.
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Loheswaran Amirthananthar - View all reviews by this user
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Food 7 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 9
Thursday, February 14, 2008