Parker's Tavern

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   Eckart

   Cambridge1 review

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Lovely afternoon tea. Alka was great and gave excellent advice on the teas.
   

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   Michael

   London6 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   The Scallop and herring starters were outrageous value for money. I’m actually surprised somewhat that the chef sent them out they were so small. The sausage starter was much better. Main courses were ok but the starters spoilt the experience. Still a good place to stay but will probably give the restaurant a miss for dinner next time we come.
   

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   L

   Cambridge2 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 1

   I took a friend visiting from abroad to afternoon tea at Parker’s Tavern to celebrate a special occasion and was very disappointed. The hotel no longer serves tea in the lovely, beautifully appointed and comfortable bar and library. Instead it was served on small tables with uncomfortable seating and so-so views in a loud and crowded feeling dining room. Our server was lovely and my friend’s tea was tasty. However, the gluten free tea was nearly inedible. The scones were like tiny hockey pucks, the madeleine was tough, the pastry cups were like rocks. And the sandwich bread was tasteless. The only tasty thing in the tea was the chocolate mousse. I left most of the afternoon tea uneaten, which is absolutely unheard of for me. This was a very different experience from when I went last May for a family event and we had a wonderful experience. The wait staff explained that there is new management. I would strongly recommend finding somewhere else to have afternoon tea if you are looking for a relaxed and comfortable setting or anyone in your party is gluten free.
   

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   Kim

   Norfolk/Suffolk1 review

   2.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   The decor and amience of Parkers is great but sadly the food has gone downhill dramatically over the last few years. Overcooked starter, burnt sausages for main and the pudding too big. This was from the set menu which obviously doesnt reap the same financial reward for the restaurant. I really hope that they don't serve a lower quality offering from this menu but each course was dissapointing. Such a shame as everything else about this restaurant/bar is great.
   

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   Amanda

   London2 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   Increased waiting time to be served, eating a Parker's Tavern a number of times and sadly very disappointed with this visit. All our food was under seasoned, the Bubble and Squeak main was so rich it was sickly and I could not eat it. Has changed dramatically since Tristan Welch left.
   

   Parker's TavernResponded 4 days ago

   Dear Amanda, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear that your recent visit did not meet your expectations, especially as a returning guest. We regret that the seasoning and balance of flavours in your dishes were not to your liking, and we appreciate your comments about the waiting time. While changes over time are inevitable, we remain committed to delivering high-quality food and service. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we will ensure it is shared with our team for review. We hope you might consider giving us another chance in the future so we can provide the experience you’ve enjoyed with us in the past. Please do reach out to us directly if you’d like to share any further details.
   

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   Colin

   Cambridge1 review

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   The menu has a good variety, and the quality of the food when it arrived was excellent. The service was very good, although our side salad was forgotten (but not queries on the invoice when pointed out). The desserts were amazing - we had Baked Alaska, Cambridge Burnt Cream and Basque Cheesecake, and they were all exceptional. Perhaps a little on the expensive side, but it is Cambridge...
   

   Parker's TavernResponded 4 days ago

   Dear Colin, Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the variety and quality of our menu, and that your desserts were a highlight—we agree, they are truly something special! We appreciate your kind words about our service and are glad that the issue with the side salad was promptly resolved. Your feedback on pricing is noted, and as you mentioned, we strive to reflect the quality and experience that Cambridge dining offers. It was a pleasure to have you dine with us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon for another memorable meal!
   

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   Vivian

   London3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 15 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent service and delicious food, jn a lovely environment!
   

   Parker's TavernResponded 4 days ago

   Dear Vivian, Thank you for your wonderful 5-star review! We’re delighted to know that you had such a positive experience with us, from the food and service to the overall ambience. Your support means a lot to us, and we’re so pleased that everything met your expectations. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again soon for another great visit!
   

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   Debra

   Cambridge1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 12 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great service, and a great view. Overall, a really pleasant lunch!
   

   Parker's TavernResponded 4 days ago

   Dear Debra, Thank you for your wonderful 5-star review! We’re delighted to know that you had such a positive experience with us, from the food and service to the overall ambience. Your support means a lot to us, and we’re so pleased that everything met your expectations. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again soon for another great visit!
   

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   London1 review

   1.0

   Dined on 8 March 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Terrible food, over priced, under seasoned, would not recommend
   

   Parker's TavernResponded 4 days ago

   Dear guest, We’re truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. While we’re pleased that you found our service to be of a good standard, we regret that the food and value did not meet your satisfaction. We strive to maintain high-quality standards, and your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve. If you’d be willing to share more details about your visit, we would greatly appreciate the opportunity to understand what went wrong and see if we can make things right. Please feel free to reach out to us directly. We hope you might consider giving us another chance in the future.
   

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    Timothy

    Cambridge3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    Food is very good although consider it slightly overpriced. Wine is very overpriced but then the clientele may be happy to pay the prices. The service was spot on and waitress was friendly and tried her best to please us throughout. It can be noisy due to the nature of the room so talking can be difficult. Our visit was for a 60th birthday celebration and as a one off event it is a worthwhile venue.
    

    Parker's TavernResponded 4 days ago

    Dear Timothy, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the quality of our food and that our service met your expectations. Our team always strives to provide a welcoming and attentive experience, and we’re pleased that the waitress made a positive impression. We understand that pricing is a personal perspective, and we aim to offer high-quality ingredients and a carefully curated wine selection that reflects the experience we provide. We appreciate your comments about the atmosphere and will take them into consideration. It’s wonderful to know that you chose our restaurant for such a special occasion, and we’re glad you found it a worthwhile venue. We hope to welcome you again in the future for another memorable dining experience.
    

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