We saw this place advertised in Lancashire Life so we decided to try it.
The Ribble Valley and surrounding area has so many wonderful places to go and eat so we thought to try another, newly opened place.
I have split the review into categories which I, as a diner, would have found useful before visiting.
Website:
A classy website that shows of the stylish nature of the restaurant with enticing photographs of food.
The Menu is available online.
(5 out of 5)
Booking:
I called to book which was no problem to do but when we arrived it wasn't busy so we had a choice of table.
(5 out of 5)
Parking:
The car park at the restaurant is adequate and there were plenty of spaces available very close to the door.
(5 out of 5)
Building:
the restaurant used to be a pub and we saw photographs of how it looked before. The new owners spent about £500k to do the place up and you can tell as everything is quality and very fashionable.
I really like the decor and feel of the place.
(5 out of 5)
Staff:
We were served by Andrew, who coincidentally my Mother in Law knew and he was a fantastic waiter for us. He made menu suggestions, told us all the specials, got us a jug of water and even talked us through the history of the building and owners. He really made us feel welcome.
(9 out of 10)
Food:
The restaurant is actually a fish restaurant and the owners have a long history with fishing and the sea. The specials board changes constantly with fresh catch including Lobster and Seabass etc and the menu itself has a wide range of tasty things.
We decided to have starters:
I had Pork Crackling with Apple Sauce which was really good but no where near as good as the Squid my other half and her father had! It was fantastic! Her mother had a twice baked cheese soufflé which she says was fabulous too.
For mains I had 'The Pie' with slow cooked beef and Lancaster Bomber Ale which was great but I wish I had been brave and gone with the lobster. My other half and her mother had the slow cooked lamb which was amazing and her Dad had a HUGE chicken and chips which he couldn't finish!
We then decided to have pudding and the chocolate pot was incredible too!
Absolutely gorgeous but I will definitely have fish next time!
(9 out of 10)
Atmosphere:
Relaxed but modern atmosphere with friendly staff and good chatter.
(4.5 out of 5)
Price: £25 per person
Prices in line with those at the restaurants in the area which are reasonable, especially for the excellence in cooking and generous portions!
(4 out of 5)
Summary:
We have found a new favourite in the Oyster & Otter, the food, service and experience are all well worth another visit - and we will be there once again on Bank Holiday Monday!
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