Bottle Glass - Newark

An outstanding Burns Night taster evening!! Each course was executed perfectly. Wonderful food and service throughout. Compliments to the chef and staff for a fabulous evening. 5

We booked dinner quite late and the staff fitted us in no problem. The Bottle Glass is a very nice looking pub, rustic lighting and furnishings, it’s a classy place. We were seated right next to a roaring log burner, nice touch. The staff warned us things might be slow on the service due to being very busy. Fair enough at least we were warned. The food? A baked Camembert to share for starters. This was delicious but I would argue it was more for one than 2 people. 3 small bits of bread were served. Why 3? 3 bits of bread each would have been fine. We waited patiently for the main. Venison Saddle. Only one complaint the Venison was rare, almost blue. It may have been rushed due to the delay and we could’ve sent it back but we had waited long enough. Venison should be medium rare and it tainted the dish but the marrow mash and jus was superb. It might be best to ask customers if they prefer rare as it is personal preference. The staff were attentive and welcoming. The overall menu options are excellent and we will go back. With a little bit more refinement this pub can be up there with some of the best in the region (we’ve been to most of them).

Seven of us enjoyed a delicious Sunday lunch every course was superb. Service was great professional and friendly. Drinks inc wine were very good. Great atmosphere and and attractive decor only slight niggle is that half our party had to sit on a bench with no back which wasn’t that comfortable so we didn’t stay for coffee. A stool at the end of the table was replaced with a chair by a helpful member of staff

Lovely pub inside and out. The staff are really friendly and helpful also. We didn’t have a meal here so cannot advise on that. Drinks especially the wine is a bit expensive but they are quality wines so expect to pay that bit more. Hubby drinks real ale and was happy with the choices they had.

I am very disappointed that I had not visited this restaurant before, and I definitely will not be returning. The menu was small, so I had high expectations for the quality of the food. However, the bruschetta starter we ordered was a soggy mess on what appeared to be half a bread roll. When my husband mentioned this to the waitress, she said she would try to fix it but never returned to our table. Our main course was burgers, which were served on a wooden board with a small portion of chips in a container. I have had much better meals at a lower price of £18 elsewhere. Overall, this was not a good dining experience for the high price we paid.