Had a beautiful meal with friends last night and we were not disappointed. Amazing staff who throughout the evening ensured we were happy. The food was amazing and the quality of the food against value for money is unbeatable. Normally when out for dinner we would go for food and leave to go to a bar. we stayed for over 3 hours as did most diners and enjoyed the atmosphere. The restaurant then gave out more complementary food for everyone to try. Followed by a beautiful desert and a shot of limoncello. Fantastic evening with great atmosphere, food and brilliant staff. can't wait to come again !!!
Amazing food ! Authentic Italian taste.The staff were all so friendly and helpful with menu choices . I can't wait to go back with my friends so we can try more of the delicious food. I could have had one of everything on the menu today but I ate so much I thought I might pop.i loved it !
Nice Italian restaurant! Good portions, the arrabbiata was very nice. Service also very nice and friendly.
Great food, came out quickly and looked amazing, good value for money! but the place was so loud you couldn't hear the other people on the table. The music and with other tables practically shouting all evening we felt a little put off
Wow, how have I only just discovered this place?! Absolutely cannot wait to return. The pasta was incredible, so tasty and the perfect portion size, my fiance demolished his steak, and don't even get me started on the brownie, best I've ever had. The staff clearly love their job, very friendly and accommodating and the premises itself is great, lots of indoor and outdoor seating. Can't wait to visit again! X
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This wasn't my first time dining at 'The Pantry' so my expectations were high after previous postive experiences with their service and food, however this is my first review of this friendly and well known Bedford Italian eatery. On arrival we were given a warm welcome by the front of house staff and were shown to our table promptly. There was certainly plenty of space between tables which in my opinion certainly made it covid friendly. The informal, warm and relaxed atmosphere certainly encourages a postive and enjoyable dining experience also. We ordered six tapas dishes off of the tapas menu which were delicious, freshly cooked and vibrant. I would certainly recommend you try the sautéed King Prawns and the Whitebait which were very moreish!! For my main course I ordered the Pasta Cozze which was spaghetti with mussels cooked in a white wine sauce with cherry tomatoes. All my mussels were prepared, and cooked beautifully. The spaghetti was perfectly al-dente which I prefer, and in my opinion is just how it should be cooked. My wife ordered the chicken cutlet with fries and salad which she enjoyed. The bread crumb coating covering the chicken wasn't soaked in oil but delightfully golden brown and crispy. We also sampled the lobster ravioli which was cooked to perfection along with a homemade
pizza which my son really enjoyed. It has been a while since we had previously dined at the pantry, but I can honestly say in my opinion the service and food has remained excellent. Thank you for an excellent lunch, and we will certainly return again soon.
Lovely place, great food and friendly staff
Superb, always friendly, food is very tasty and accessible, pizza is excellent too. Great vegan broccoli salad. Just wished there were a couple of other vegan options. You won't be disappointed with anybody the dishes here though. Great for couples, groups, families and seniors. Unusual to find a place which gets it right at all points.
Love this place. Come here a lot. Always good food and friendly atmosphere. Staff are happy and can't do enough for you.
We wanted an Italian pizza and we found it here. Tasty and you will be not disappointed. Before I only tried lasagne for takeaway. Definitely need to return to try something else.
The best gluten free pizza I have ever eaten. Soft base ( not the usual gf thin, hard base) and very generous, tasty toppings. Service very helpful and friendly. Very pleasant restaurant.
My second time here and will definitely be back! Fantastic atmosphere with Sergio singing. We regularly attended the Italian Nights he performed at the Icon Hotel in Luton before COVID forced its closure and we're so glad that Higgins Pantry have him to provide such great entertainment occasionally. We had the set menu and, as before, the food was excellent! Can't believe how much food we had at such great quality and taste for £20 a head. We spent more on our drinks! 😊 Can't wait to return with other friends and family to share a fabulous night with them 👍
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