We had a fantastic time. Great food and we had 3 courses. The service was fantastic and food came quickly. This was also in New Years Eve, so was very busy. Thank you ☺️
We had a booking in the Terrace Restaurant today at 14.00 however we were advised that the garden closes at 15.00 so we had to leave. The staff in the restaurant acknowledged that there had been a miscommunication. After skipping dessert and paying the £115 bill we had to leave with half a bottle of wine as we did not have time to drink it. As we traveled from London for Boxing Day lunch it was very disappointing.
We booked the Terrace restaurant for a group of 16 people in December 25 as part of a Wisley Glow event. The staff were attentive and brought the food swiftly. Everyone said the food was delicious. The acoustics of the room enabled us to hear each other talk and the background noise was low. It was a fantastic evening!
Before posting this, I read through the reviews here to check whether we just hit an off day. We didn’t. Multiple visitors report similar experiences: high prices, underwhelming food, small portions, odd flavours, and a sense that the space prioritises branding over nourishment. There’s a recurring theme: people leave still hungry, slightly baffled, and wondering how something so expensive can taste so indifferent. I recently visited with a friend and we had lunch. On the menu, our dishes sounded refined and generous. What arrived was puzzling: two “warm tuna salads” that were mostly tasteless, joyless leaves, with a few strips of tuna and a dollop of mystery sauce struggling to justify its presence. The sparkling water, “carbonated on-site,” had a sharp tap-water tang — surprising at the price! Dessert and coffee leaned more toward mass catering than gastronomy. As we sat there, my friend leaned in and whispered, “This smells more like a nursing home than a posh restaurant.” The staff were polished and professional, but the atmosphere felt choreographed rather than genuine. And considering it was peak lunchtime, the restaurant was certainly not busy. That alone should have alerted us. Wisley still has the grounds, the heritage, and the potential. I just hope someone remembers that nourishment isn’t a marketing concept — it’s an experience you feel in the body and the heart.
We had set lunches a couple of times at the outdoor seating, looking onto the open lawn and greenery all round when the weather was nice. There couldn't be a more pleasant place to have a relaxing lunch. Both the food and service were always good and prices reasonable. Attached is a collection of photos from several occasions, as well as some photos of the incredible garden.
We had a lovely family lunch. Not a huge choice of menu options, but something to suit most tastes. Menu changes regularly to accommodate seasonal availability of fresh vegetables. Children's menu is also available. Service was a bit slow, but staff are charming (we weren't in a hurry, so waiting wasn't a problem). Food was delicious. Modern building with high ceilings, loads of natural light and plants, makes it a very pleasant environment.
The 2 stars for the dessert.Have lunch here with 2 courses set which costs 25£, very expensive. one of the main is hot smoked chicken croquettes, normally it only served as appetiser or nibbles, and so expected to see how the chef to cook it as main. Very disappointed, as pictures showed there are only 2 pcs tiny one and it tastes chicken potato cake, very plain and small portion. My friends ordered fish and butternut risotto respectively. The risotto is tasteless and the lucky one who ordered the fish, at least the portion is normal (taste is average )and you need not to buy something else in another food hall. Service is average.
This is an unexpected delight. Obviously one expects to come to Wisley for it's renowned plants and foliage. What one does not expect is a high quality restaurant serving creative dish courses. Service was excellent. Do make a reservation and enhance your experience here.
Lovely, airy restaurant for a sit down meal with decent service. Given the location (captive audience) and quality of food (plus the delicious cocktails), the price is very good value. From the Christmas menu, we had pate, terrine, ox cheek (with extras of greens and cauliflower cheese), cheesecake, and bread and butter pudding. All were tasty, well cooked dishes. Seating density was good and all staff were masked (properly!). This was my second visit and I will certainly book again in the future.
Very polite and friendly staff. Restaurant is light, airy and nicely decorated. Set menu was reasonably priced. Food looked great but tomato soup was a bit watery and under seasoned and sea bass linguine over seasoned. Not a reason to not try this restaurant as I would definitely return when visiting the gardens but room for improvement.
The Terrace Restaurant RHS Garden Wisley is located at RHS Wisley Gardens, Wisley Ln, Woking GU23 6QB, UK
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