Bistro 21

Name: Bistro 21
Address: Aykley Heads House Aykley Heads, Durham, Durham, United Kingdom, DH1 5TS
Telephone: 0191 384 4354
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.2

4.2

457 Reviews

£26 to £40

British

With it's light, uncluttered, rustic-chic style, the restaurant has a refreshing simplicity but a serious intent. It's about eating classically executed bistro style dishes in comfortable and relaxed surroundings.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British, French
Hours of Operation
Lunch: Monday - Saturday 12:00PM - 2:00PM and Sunday 12.00PM - 3.00PM Dinner: Monday - Saturday 5:30PM - 10:00PM
Phone number
0191 384 4354
Website
http://www.bistrotwentyone.co.uk/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Robbie Bell
Private party facilities
With three different private dining rooms we have the right space for your private event or meeting. The Upstairs room seats up to 30 guests with its own entrance and bar, and we have two cosy dining rooms for up to 10 people in each.
Private party contact
Peter Martin: 0191 384 4354

Location
Aykley Heads House, Aykley Heads, Durham, Durham DH1 5TS
Area
Durham
Parking details
Eleven car parking bays at the front of the restaurant.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 457 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

4.3Food
4.1Service
4.1Ambience
1.6Value

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457 Reviews

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DBS1199
County Durham
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 23 October 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Superb staff who knew the menu giving helpful choice advice. Amazing venison with first class smoked beetroot. Maybe a little pricey but excellent value. Highly recommended.
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JeffreyB
County Durham
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 10 October 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
There is always a worry that the early evening set menu will consist of disappointing left overs and obviously cheaper cuts. Not here! Compares very well to the best pre theatre dining in London. The pear and chicory salad and the ham and pease pudding terrine were delicious. The pork loin and the fish fillet were well cooked with rich and tasty sauces and plenty of vegetable accompaniment. The creme brulee, chocolate brownie with pistachio ice cream and the cheesecake did not disappoint. Special mention must go to the house red Cuvee 21 by Georges Dubouef - an enjoyable Beaujolais Villages as expected from this blender and excellent value at £16 per bottle. Service was friendly and attentive without being intrusive. If you are visiting your son and daughter at the University and are looking for an evening meal I can recommend Bistro 21 above Finbarrs and Oldfields. Don't be put off by the Tapas Bar exterior - the interior is delightful! The three courses were more than ample for our rugby playing son.
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MarkC
County Durham
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 October 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful Setting. This little hidden away gem surprises you from start to finish... The decor is reminiscent of a mediterranean restaurant and it has some lovely touches to make the whole experience seem warm, cosy and dare I say romantic! The food was fabulous - The attention to detail from the chefs was outstanding and everything was cooked to perfection. All in all, a gold star and highly recommended from my girlfriend and I
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Aussie
Newcastle
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 9 October 2015
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We have dined at bistro many times. This time, the food was as good as ever but front of house standards seem to have slipped. Off-hand waiters and having to ask for simple things like glasses for different wine. These things should be noticed and be acted upon automatically. I know that I am out of step with current thinking, but I do mourn the lack of a dress code. Jeans and sweaters? Really!! I think a little more attention to detail is required. We still had a good meal in spite of the above.
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OpenTable Diner
Oxford
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 October 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A lovely ambient and very friendly staff. The food was gorgeous (although not enough, complained my companion). Bit slow in service - had the impression it was the kitchen that was a bit slow rather than wait staff, although they could take a while to attend.
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OpenTable Diner
County Durham
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 October 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent evening with lovely food and atmosphere. Early evening menu is great value.
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Mozza
Yorkshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 30 September 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Have gone to bistro 21 and have never had a poor meal. The food is outstanding and good value especially the set menu which gives you several choices if all courses.
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Johnboy
County Durham
48 reviews
4.0
48 reviews
Dined on 26 September 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It's been a few years since we've been to Bistro 21 so we decided to go for a family meal to celebrate a birthday. We went for the early evening special which and none of our party of 5 adults was disappointed. The twice baked souffle has always been delicious at this restaurant. There was a good, vibrant atmosphere in the restaurant and all staff were pleasant and attentive. We certainly weren't rushed to finish our meal to vacate the table for other diners. Highly recommended, will be looking to return in the near future.
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AmandaS
Newcastle
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on 20 September 2015
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Prior to our visit we experienced a level of customer service relating to the use of a voucher which we rated as excellent. The service during our meal was good although the waitress did forget a drink which was ordered. We had Sunday Lunch and I would rate this as average/good. The main course was a little disappointing as I would have expected vegetables to be served separately rather than being presented with a large plate consisting of a huge yorkshire pudding, 4 roast potatoes and veg, in addition to meat, which was a little over facing. Starters were good and desserts very good.
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OpenTable Diner
County Durham
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 18 September 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Went to Bistro 21 on a Friday evening in September at around 6:30. From the outside the restaurant looks lovely, and as we entered we were greeted by lovely polite staff. Before 7pm they have an evening dining offer which is £16 for 2 courses and £19 for 3 which we ordered from. The soufflé to start was gorgeous and the cod for the main was delicious too. Would definitely recommend the restaurant to anyone looking for a nice meal in Durham with a good ambience.
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Aykley Heads House, Aykley Heads, Durham, Durham DH1 5TS

Additional information

Area
Durham
Hours of Operation
Lunch: Monday - Saturday 12:00PM - 2:00PM and Sunday 12.00PM - 3.00PM Dinner: Monday - Saturday 5:30PM - 10:00PM
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British, French
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Eleven car parking bays at the front of the restaurant.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Robbie Bell
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bistrotwentyone.co.uk/
Phone number
0191 384 4354
Private party facilities
With three different private dining rooms we have the right space for your private event or meeting. The Upstairs room seats up to 30 guests with its own entrance and bar, and we have two cosy dining rooms for up to 10 people in each.
Private party contact
Peter Martin: 0191 384 4354

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