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Perfect
We booked the private dining room for our Golden Wedding celebration lunch. All through the process the staff were extremely helpful. The room was perfect for our group of 21. The menu choice was extensive and covered everyoneโs tastes. The food was excellent from starters to desserts and the portions were very generous. Drink orders on arrival were dealt with swiftly with 4 members of staff making sure that everyone was served. The TOTI (house) wines that we chose to accompany lunch were very good value for money. Service was fast and food was hot on arrival. Very pleasant staff in a lovely location. Highly recommended and we will be back.
Be the first to ReplyExcellent, worth the visit
my wife and I can the french onion soup and fish pie. both where excellent. The service was also excellent. We will definitely be going back
Be the first to ReplyLovely evening at the Cartford
Booked on the last minute on our way back from The Flower Bowl. All the staff were great, very friendly, helpful and polite. The food was delicious - starters, mains and desserts. The ambience of the place was great too.
Be the first to ReplyDisappointed
I was bought a gift voucher for the value of ยฃ150 from colleagues I didnโt look at the expiry thinking it would be for a minimum of 12 months. I saved it for a special occasion and on booking I realised it was only valid for six months. I explained my over-sight & was told rather abruptly that six months is six months. Having issued vouchers myself Iโve never known a six month voucher or any company who would not honour this amount. Really disappointed that the voucher system is not for the customers benefit.
Be the first to ReplyMust visit definitely
Brilliant every time we go Canโt fault it The ambience ,the Staff, the setting Excellent food Would highly recommend this family run Inn
Be the first to ReplyAn original and delightful stay
Just to be clear - I rarely post reviews on Tripadvisor but I was surprised at some of the negative reviews that I have seen appear recently. We booked the option with the Robin's Nest cabin + 3 course dinner @ ยฃ30/head. Check in was simple and quick and we were shown to our cabin overlooking the River Wyre. Spacious, it was decorated with thought and originality. Great sound system operated by an iPad + a vinyl record player. There were lots of tasteful ornaments. A balcony with heating and sheepskins topped it off. Definitely not an anonymous business location! Full choice was offered for dinner. Not, as you usually see, a stripped out version that you can sometimes see when you prebook on an offer. By prebooking, we saved at least half on the final bill. Like the room, the food was original, thoughtful and delicious. All of this was served by a team of charming team of waiters that were professional and efficient throughout. Breakfast, the next morning was equally delicious. All in all, this was a perfect stay. Thank you !
Be the first to ReplySomething's changed with the food quality
Something's changed at the Cartford Inn. We've eaten here lots of times and it was always our favourite place, but today everything we ate was average. For the prices, it needs to be top quality cooking but today all 3 courses weren't great. Very disappointing. I'm guessing there's been a change of chef along with the new discretionary food charge. It's a real shame.
Be the first to ReplyThe Penthouse
We booked the Penthouse for an overnight stay with the dinner included. The Penthouse was a lovely room, with full amenities, which we loved. I'm sure on a warm summer evening it would be idyllic, but in December during the cold and rain, the balcony went unused. The food was good, really enjoyed the tastes and the cooking of the food was spot on, with good choices on the menu. The ambience of the place was great, with a duo playing that evening, with the staff attentive and there was nothing they wouldn't do to help you enjoy your meal and stay, excellent service from arriving to departing.
Be the first to ReplyAverage
Business lunch meeting took some clients out. Food was good but the service doesnโt match the price tags. Waitresses offering a service level you would expect from a cafe on Blackpool prom not when the starters are ยฃ12 and the steak is nearly ยฃ40 Drink was wrong - no apology Cleared half the plates only I had to ask them to clear the rest and provide a dessert menu Asking us to pass to menus to them instead of walking round the table to collect them Just get the impression staff feel customers are inferior to them
Be the first to ReplyHighly recommended
The food here is excellent. We have visited a number of times and always had a great experience. The menu is unique and changes with the seasons. Highly recommended.
Be the first to ReplyInedible, won't be going back!!
Iโve eaten in the Cartford arms a number of times, always pulled back by the look and feel of the place but to be honest have never been blown away by the food. After my experience on Monday I honestly canโt think Iโll be going back. Iโm a huge fan of belly pork and have had it every which way you can, so as it was on the menu it was for me a go to. It was described as being braised pork belly, my understanding means it should melt in your mouth. It couldnโt have been further from reality as unfortunately it was basically a few slices of belly that looked like and had the consistency of something that had been flash fried to the point, I mentioned this to the waiter, that it was inedible. I had a mouthful and left the rest. When we got the visit to the table to ask if all was okay I explained it was very tough and he said straightaway that a few other people who had it also said the same and said it wasnโt crispy or cooked enough. Also when ordering, I wasnโt sure what to order, surely if they had already had complaints they should have encouraged me to have something else?! In attempt to appease me the waiter said I could have a cup of coffee almost as a way of brushing it away. Appalling on all counts, the food was inedible, the waiterโs response to my comments was to offer me a coffee and then to top it all off the coffee, I exchanged for a pint of beer, was then added to my bill which I had to point out to himโฆ. Sorry I donโt care how good everything looks if you canโt follow it up with at least cooked food and decent waiting staff you wonโt be getting my business anymoreโฆ. A very, very poor experience !!
Be the first to ReplyWow! Eclectic venue. Beautiful food.
Wow! Amazing food on every plate. Oysters, cod with dahl, black pudding. The food we did not want to end. Staff were very attentive. Love the eclectic feel of this place too. One of my faves
Be the first to ReplyBig let down, bigger bill, biggest gratuity
We went expecting a vegetarian menu (as advertised on their website) - waiter confirmed they had a vegetarian menu, only to come back moments later stating they had scrapped it - leaving my fiancรฉe with 1 option for dinner. A party of 6 came to near on ยฃ500 and best of it is - they rushed us through dinner and added a 40% gratuity tip onto the bill - we wonโt be returning - itโs quite clear the Cartford inn prioritises making as much ยฃยฃยฃยฃ over customer experience. Itโs a shame because we were looking forward to it but the food did not deserve the price tag and the service certainly didnโt warrant a 40% gratuity. Bit outrageous honestly. Itโs little wonder the place was almost empty.
Be the first to ReplyTruly spectacular!
Absolutely amazing! Came with my Mum for a birthday lunch. She has mobility issues and a very nice young man greeted us at the side door which is fully accessible and there is a disabled toilet too. Food was spectacular with a lunch menu and a la carte available. I am vegetarian and just a few options but they were superb. I live in a big city which considers itself quite foody/lots of fancy restaurants but I've not had veggie food as good as this in a long time. True taste sensations! Clearly made and conceived with a lot of thought and love. The service was exceptional. Really lovely, friendly and attentive without being intrusive. The whole place is delightfully quirky and un-chain like. Lovely Deli and gallery-shop too. Dying to come back and try dining in the greenhouses with their lovely views. What a great and special place! Well done to the owners who have git things right on every level! Thank you!
Be the first to ReplyAbsolutely fantastic!!
We cannot fault the Cartford Inn. We have just has the most beautiful meal. The service was brilliant and our evening was perfect from start to finish. We canโt wait to come back!
Be the first to ReplyNot welcome for just a drink
Popped in at lunchtime to have a drink on the way back. We were told this isn't allowed? They seemed like they would 'do us a favour' and agreed to serve us one but at this point we felt so unwelcomed we left.
Be the first to ReplyBeyond (already high) expectations
We attended the Cartford for a family birthday celebration having previously enjoyed an excellent, quiet lunch. Comms before the event were excellent - staff were helpful and accommodating. Service was first class throughout our evening. Staff were immaculately presented, friendly and helpful at all times - honestly couldn't fault. With 9 of us we ordered a wide range of starters and mains - and everything was excellent. The lamb was succulent and melt in the mouth. Some of the best food we have had in a while, with atmosphere to match. Loved the multiple Bowie touches, Blackpool photography and cool, vintage vibe. Ticked every box for me. Only wish we lived nearer to frequent more often. This place has my name all over it. Hope to be able to sample the overnight experience at some point soon. Congratulations to the management and owners for getting this absolutely spot on and having such a great team to make the Carford such a fabulous dining experience.
Be the first to ReplyHospitality First Class - Food & Break Wonderful
We came here on a short overnight trip, where we had booked Dinner, Bed & Breakfast. From the arrival we were treating by such great hospitality and welcoming faces. Everybody we met staff wise were excellent, above and beyond. Smiling, joyful and friendly. Everything you want, it is not difficult but once mastered easy to carry off and continue. Can not say enough how pleasant ALL the staff were. We stayed in the Robin's Nest which wasa real treat, clean, warm and has everything you could need. Music, balcony, drinks, and other great little things. The room was peaceful, so quiet and relaxing. We could have stayed for weeks if we had the time and didn't have to work. We have decided that when we can we will return. The food was delicious, hot and well proportioned. All three courses were presented well and again the staff were perfect. Breakfast was simple, effective and delicious. I wish all places we have stayed were run this well. Thanks and we will return.
Be the first to ReplyRelaxing break
I stayed for one night with my husband. We canโt wait to return. Lovely and spotlessly clean room overlooking the river, friendly and accommodating staff, amazing food, friendly bar - not sure if itโs a regular occurrence but we were lucky enough to be entertained with live music. I canโt recommend this place enough.
Be the first to ReplyRiver house private function
The most fantastic experience for a private Birthday Celebration. Delicious food, wine and outstanding service to make a very special memory! Couldnโt recommend more to anyone who would is looking for a special occasion. Thank you to all.
Be the first to ReplyDate day without the kids
Very professional service and attomosphere. The decor is gorgeous. It felt like Christmas ๐. Food was lovely. Feels warm and friendly. I love how you are spaced out and there are booths. Highly recommend. Also went in Totti cake shop.
Be the first to ReplyWhat has happened?
I guess this was our 8 or 9th visit over the last few years. We always enjoyed our time in the Cartford, great food and atmosphere. This visit has just thrown all those previous visits into the river! Seems you can no longer enjoy just a drink at the bar and the menu has changed significantly. We waited a long time to be served and in between courses. Really disappointed with the menu, prices and service. The impression we left with was that the Cartford Inn was now trying to be something different and it's not something we enjoyed.
Be the first to ReplyExcellent in all departments.
We two couples had a fabulous evening meal, I tried the Lebanese Bean Stew, really delicious. The accommodation was top quality, our room overlooked the river & we were lucky enough to see the turning tide. How do the swans mange to keep still? The breakfast was superb & all of the staff performed brilliantly. Looking forward to repeating the visit. We stayed on Sunday night, a good way to extend the weekend.
Be the first to ReplyWonderful Meal
Just got home from a meal at the Cartford. Have been here many times and always enjoyed the food and hospitality. However tonight just seemed extra special. Ceviche of scallops followed by crusted cod - both to die for. Jane had the rump of beef - so tasty. As a fellow caterer can only admire - huge respect. Nigel and Jane Seddon
Be the first to ReplyFabulous food
The Cartford never fails to please. We took some friends, another couple, for an evening meal. Service was excellent and the food was beautiful. We each had something different and none of us could find fault with the food. We will certainly be returning.
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