We went to Paul’s yesterday for The Christmas Bottesford Bash! It was absolutely fantastic. The staff were so lovely! It was bottomless brunch and the drinks just kept coming and coming plus bottles of Prosecco. The staff were very attentive. A brilliant night - hoping they do it again next year- thankyou
Paul and I go back a long way (1998 seeing as though you asked!) and I've loved watching his business grow. This place is at the very heart of my culinary journeys back to the UK - I grew up in Bottesford, it's calling brings me back every few years and whenever I'm back I visit here - the food is divine, the location superb, the ambience and staff first class. We celebrated with great friends and as usual seemed to be the last to leave, but that's fine; we're like a Labrador, overly friendly, always hungry but very well behaved! 10/10 Paul and team. xx
Friday Gourmet Groupies Discover a Hidden Gem at Pauls Restaurant, Bottesford A scenic drive through the Vale on a gloriously sunny day set the perfect tone for the latest Friday Gourmet Groupies lunch, where the group landed at Pauls Restaurant in Bottesford. A fresh find for many and one that quickly earned rave reviews from all fifteen enthusiastic diners. For several members, Pauls was a delightful detour from their usual stomping grounds making this outing an enjoyable step outside their usual lunch territory. The venue delivered on every level; with a spacious private dining area, beautifully set tables complete with linen tablecloths and napkins, and a welcoming atmosphere, the scene was set for something special. The food did not disappoint. Each dish was stylishly presented and packed with flavour, with a menu that offered variety and imagination. Every course looked as good as it tasted, and some diners happily declared it would have been a shame not to go for all three courses. The kitchen impressed not only with its creativity but also its ability to accommodate various dietary preferences. While it would be helpful if the menu clearly indicated gluten-free options, the staff managed individual requirements smoothly and with care. The attentive yet discreet service mirrored that of a fine evening service, proving that lunch can be just as refined making a pleasant surprise for a midday meal. The dining room layout offered plenty of space and privacy, allowing the Group to chat and laugh freely without fear of disturbing others. As always, the company made the meal even more enjoyable, and the friendly, inclusive nature of the group helped create a relaxed afternoon gathering. Many felt this may well have been the best venue yet, noting how effortlessly it combined elegance, comfort, and excellent cuisine.
Visited for a group booking and we had a great time. I was excited before going as the menu had so many tasty options and we weren't disappointed!!
new review: Been here again last night! Super food - beef portion was brilliant; venison and chicken also delicious. Excellent service also. Another great experience here; been to Paul's many times! Came here last night; good food and atmosphere; excellent service; the waitresses were very friendly and helpful and the Chilean Merlot was brilliant!!
Our friends treated us to lunch somewhere we hadn’t been before and were anxious to make sure they catered for vegetarians as I am but they are not. They were advised to ask for the vegetarian menu. I had previously commented that, whilst everywhere offered at least one vegetarian option on their menu, vegetarians usually missed out on one of the delights of dining out - that of choosing from a mouth-watering menu. Well, not at Paul’s! With seven starters and nine mains to choose from, for once it was me who took longest to settle on my choices! The food when it came was excellent and well presented in generous portions. An excellent treat for us and thoroughly to be recommended - for vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike.
Absolutely gorgeous meal with super friendly waiting staff. Three courses from the Christmas menu and each one was superb. Great experience. Thank you.
We had a lovely meal. The food was fresh and was very well prepared and cooked. The smoked salmon and crab salad however was lacking in crabmeat but was more than made up for with the quantity of salmon. The atmosphere in the room took a dip when charity collectors came in and stopped all conversation to ask for donations. Overall though a great place to eat with excellent food.
We've been meaning to dine at Paul's for some time now and now we finally have, we're kicking ourselves for all of the lost time. The food was incredible, nice atmosphere and friendly staff. 100% recommended, however be prepared to struggle when ordering; the menu reads so well, it leaves you wanting everything.
Pauls is located at 1 Market St, Bottesford, Nottingham NG13 0BW, UK
You can contact Pauls at +44 1949 842375
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