Peel's Restaurant

The main event from our weekend stay was not a disappointment, this resturant lived up to and surpassed all our expectations. The food was beautiful, every course given the care and attention that you would expect from a Michelin starred resturant with some lovely little touches as well… a little lamb bacon roll made up from the lamb left overs was a fun and tasty way of getting me ready for my main course as well! Sometimes I fear that fancy restaurants come with a pretence but that wasn’t the case her at all, the atmosphere was special but relaxed and the staff informed but incredibly friendly. The sommelier helped us pick a couple of wines to enjoy as we go and matched things up with the courses perfectly. I’ve shared a few pictures of our meal which I think help to give you an idea but no doubt don’t do it justice! It was a special meal for a special occasion, thanks to everyone who made it such a wonderful evening.

We enjoyed a night at Peel’s s part of a two day stay at Hampton Manor. Really can’t fault the food or the service. Very friendly and attentive with lots of memorable dishes. As a first time, we didn’t have previous visits to compare it to as others have, but compared to any of the best we have enjoyed it was easily up there. They aim to practice farm to table with little mileage, but am sure there is plenty of good lamb closer than Suffolk. With that said though it was so good, i would not quibble that fact. NZ is a lot further away that’s for sure! Anyhow, don’t just take it from me, see also from the other reviews. Peel’s is definitely worth checking out.

We ate here as part of the 2 nights staycation package from Hampton Manor. They give you the option to upgrade from 4 to 6 courses - just do it. It is worth the extra £25. What can I say - the dining room was beautiful, staff were excellent, and food were ambitious. Particularly worth mentioning was the "cheese on toast", and the tomato starter - they were practically perfect. The langoustine dish was missing the mark though - it's puff rice were chewy and the buttermilk sauce was under-seasoned. The chocolate & vanilla and the strawberry & cream desserts were both good - but perhaps a bit too similar in its texture and techniques used. Over Peel's sits comfortably in the middle compared to many other Michelin 1 star restaurants in the UK. What makes it stand out are the people - they have heart and passionate about what they do. Not that others don't - but it is something that you feel particularly strongly after staying at the estate for 3 days. Also - they gave a great wine list.

Great seven course tasting menu and wine flight experience. Normally I don’t like fussy or rich food, I’m more steak and chips, but this was some of the nicest food I’ve ever eaten, and I’ve been to some top restaurants. Couldn’t fault the service at all, spot on. Lovely surroundings. Very enjoyable experience all round.