ASK Italian - Berkhamsted

After parking the car near the entrance to Ask Italian at Cardinal Park, Ipswich, myself and a friend made our way through the two doors to the inside area. I had reserved a table for two and when seated were given the menus and a free taster of lovely refreshing raspberry lemonade. We ordered our drinks and placed our food orders. We had a sharing starter of N'Duja Cheese Dough which were absolutely delicious. Our mains of Fetticini Bolognese and Gnocci Arrabiata were brought to us once the starters were finished. The food was hot and plentiful. A thoroughly enjoyable meal pleasantly served. Would recommend .

We came here for a family meal (haven't been in years) and it was lovely. Our waitress Savannah was really sweet and very attentive but not over bearing. Our meals were delicious and we will definitely be visiting again

12/09/23 I visited Ask Ipswich for a lovely evening with friends. However, I left feeling quite the opposite. One of my friends ordered a dessert and, after bringing the dessert over, the waitress made a comment about the number of calories in it, and a remark on its potential impact. Although I myself did not order this dessert, as someone in recovery from an eating disorder, this comment made me incredibly uncomfortable, and definitely did not help a situation (a meal out with some friends) which can be very difficult for someone in recovery already. Personally, I do not agree with the calories on menu law, and actively avoid trying to read the numbers when I eat out, as things like this hinder my recovery and could cause relapse. So, having our attention brought so abruptly to something like this, in such an inappropriate and unnecessary way was not appreciated. If you enjoy going for a meal out, and like to enjoy your meal without fear of judgement, then I do not recommend.

We had a bad day at work and decided a bottle of wine and dinner out would be our reward. It wasn’t the best choice we’ve ever made. The restaurant was empty (mind you it was early) and even when more came in, there was very little atmosphere and the food came out so quickly it didn’t feel special or relaxing. The mains were ok but nothing wonderful and the desserts were certainly not homemade and we could have bought anywhere. We left almost as fed up as we arrived so the Ask panacea was clearly not the answer. A week later a parking ticket arrived who knew. It’s completely my fault as I thought less than 2 hours were free. Why wouldn’t I think that. There was no meter by the disabled parking and I don’t understand why there is a charge when there is nothing other than food outlets, a gym and a cinema. So not only was the food expensive but £60 on top for a parking ticket means no further visit ever to cardinal park. I’m amazed these restaurants survive and with add ons just to park your car just to go for a meal it’s no wonder there’s a slump in hospitality outlets. It won’t be too long before Cardinal Park joins the long line of deserted below par places to visit in Ipswich. A Mecca for the unwanted, unsophisticated, talentless lowlife that presently infest the town centre.

Love love the gluten free pizzas here! I think they are the best you can get! Gutted they took away the specific menus for Gluten and Dairy free! Now have to figure out stuff with a massive book again Will still be coming back again and again for the pizzas Thank you Ask