Steak house in Northampton

“Such a lovely setting. Lighting,cleanliness and just the right amount of attention from staff. Not to mention the food came out in great time and subtle flavours of the classic dishes are just heavenly. I love the decor and choice of tablewear. Lovely roaring fire and great beers on tap to boot.”

“2024- booked table for mothers day, service was very attentive and food came out tasting great. 2022, lunch again was great Had lunch for 2, was very pleasant inside and staff were polite and delivered service with a smile. Had the 2 course lunch and the food portions were perfect and tasted great, and the complimentary mezze were very authentic. Will definitely return to try the evening menu./ back again with family, had a great time with excellent service and authentic food, cant wait for the next visit.”

“Really good home cooked Sunday roast dinner. Friendly staff and the location of the pub and the pub itself is so warm and welcoming. Would 100% return, the surroundings are stunning”

“We had our anniversary Sunday lunch at the Saracen’s Head and took our young cocker spaniel to make it more of a challenge. The staff were very good and promptly found a water bowl for the pup whilst taking our drink and food order. We ate at a window table in the bar. The food arrived in good time; it was plentiful and delicious (a Veggie Roast with sprouts, cauliflower cheese and red cabbage and a Steak Burger with chunky chips). Our pup loved the whole thing and so did we - thank you!”

“The service was amazing, truly excellent! Miss Staff who was serving us on that evening did a grat job! Even whe she was unsure what recoment us she was sure to know where to seek help! She helped us a lot! Thank you so much Stef! You made my mums birthday trully meaningful!”

“I was sceptical, having looked at photos, but great pizza. Fabulous service, even though busy. Friendly and comfortable. It seems a must go place for Bedford locals.”

“My cousin and I have been for afternoon tea here twice now and will definitely go again. The homemade cakes and sandwiches were delicious. The restaurant and location is lovely but the staff really set it apart as nothing is too much trouble and they were all lovely and very welcoming.”

“Had a fantastic dinner here! The mix platter with rice for two was absolutely delicious, and we enjoyed the dishes a lot. The service was great too — thank you, Irum, you were the star of the evening! Highly recommended.”

“Three of us called in at short notice around 2pm on a weekday afternoon on the way back to London. We just wanted a drink and a small lunch. We each chose a sandwich, and I can say that the halloumi sandwich I had was maybe the best I’ve ever had. And the chips were excellent too. My friends each had the fish ginger sandwich and were equally impressed. I’d definitely call back if I was in the area again.”

“We have been to the restaurant for the first time this evening, and were blown away! The service was 10/10, waitresses so lovely and attentive to us, the food was piping hot, and took us back to our holiday in Italy, it tasted so authentic. Great atmosphere, great experience and exceptional value for money! We will definitely be returning!”

“Excellent meal at the carrington arms, we had a couple of cuts from the meat counter, cooked perfectly to our order with some really tasty sides. Drinks and dessert also very nice, and a reasonable bill for what we had. Great service from Hannah throughout.”

“Thee most underrated restaurant in Buckinghamshire. The Carbonara is the best I have had outside of Italy.. I can’t over sell this place enough.. A real hidden Gem.”

“This is my second time going here now after hearing all about the amazing vegan options they have, and it does not disappoint. Absolutely amazing food with loads of options for all diets, we got the vegan fish and chips and the classic burger and it was delicious! The staff are so friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere and interior is so cosy and pub-like. Loads of drinks and draught options. And it's all served so quickly. We can't recommend it enough. It is quickly becoming our new favourite pub.”

“The food are so delicious and appealing, you can taste the traditional flavor from Turkey, and the service offered by Florida is soooooo brilliant and so sweet of her, love this place, highly recommend!”

“Great meal, generous portions - the brisket burger in particular was massive. The loaded fries we'd deffo have again. The nicest item was the surf and turf starter, quite small but super tasty. Service was friendly too. We'll go again, recommended”

“I absolutely love this pub! It is a little out of the way for me, but well worth the drive. The setting of the pub when sat outside the front on a summers day is absolutely perfect!”

“Thank you for a lovely evening. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary and picked the perfect place. Beautiful restaurant, friendly attentive staff, beautiful food and loved the classical music - I personally can't bare it when music in restaurants is too loud and loved the background classical music (please don't change it). Will see you again soon!”

“Absolutely delicious staff, very friendly and helpful food! Joking aside, this was the best French onion soup I've had, perfectly sized portions, and a fast friendly service. Parked across the road too, very convenient. Highly recommend.”

“An Authentic Taste of Madeira with Unforgettable Charm From the moment you step through the door at Madeira's Restaurante, you are transported to a world of warm hospitality and authentic flavours. While the exterior might be unassuming, it hides a truly magical dining experience within. The decor is simply beautiful, creating an inviting and relaxed atmosphere that is both charming and authentically Portuguese. The warm lighting and thoughtful decorative touches make it the perfect setting for everything from a romantic dinner to a celebratory family meal. The service is, without a doubt, some of the best in Northampton. The staff are incredibly welcoming, attentive, and genuinely friendly, making you feel like a valued guest from start to finish. Their passion for the food and culture is evident and only enhances the overall experience. But the star of the show is the food, particularly the meat. The quality is exceptional. I had the Espetada, a traditional dish of skewered meat, and it was cooked to absolute perfection – tender, succulent, and bursting with flavour. The portions are generous, ensuring you leave feeling completely satisfied. Every dish that came to our table was a testament to high-quality ingredients and traditional culinary skill. Madeira's Restaurante is a true gem in Northampton. If you are looking for outstanding food, impeccable service, and a wonderfully atmospheric setting, you simply must pay them a visit. It’s a five-star experience that I cannot recommend highly enough. We are already planning our next visit!”

“An absolute gem! We drove past this ‘pub’ several times during our holiday & decided to have dinner here on our last night in the UK. A local gathering spot with an incredible menu selection perfect for a special dinner. Truly our favourite meal of the entire trip. The waitress was helpful & recommended some favourites. Beet risotto with bass, sausage & mashed along with fresh peas & leaks/onions. All delish. Appetizers & desserts were equally as impressive. A must stop. A great selection of ciders, beers & wine.”

“Absolutely amazing. The food is great here. Not the cheapest but very high quality. So tasty and worth the money. One of the nicest restaurants in the area. It has atmosphere and the staff are really friendly. Overall the food is superb and I recommend, we will definitely visit again”

“My absolute favourite Indian. It's family run, so pride themselves on quality and taste with traditional family meals. Price is great, and they always give you a bit extra as a treat. Friendly staff and best of all.... bring your own alcohol with no corkage charge. Highly recommend.”

“This is my favourite pub - good food at reasonable prices and pleasant staff. It has a good selection of ales anr is quite a popular place”

“Excellent place in Bedford for some good burgers! A couple of vegan choices as well which is nice. Staff was very friendly and quick with service, very helpful whenever we asked something. Good prices as well, will definitely be back.”

“If you are looking for a Sunday lunch with a choice of meat or veg options, giant yorkshires, crispy roast potatoes, plenty of gravy cauliflower cheese and a great selection of veg….this is your place. I have visited corner 5 many times for lunch and dinner, today on a Sunday and I am devastated I have missed out on so many Sundays now I’ve been once. It was delicious. And we were treated to some very skilled wake boarders doing tricks too.”

“The Bell was such a great find. Lovely food, good beer in a nice friendly environment. The staff were happy, hardworking and fun. I am so happy we looked it up and took the time to go.”

“my friend & 1 visited Sunday 27th July we meet every few months & like to try a new venue we're 10 years into this now and we both agreed this was one of the best Sunday lunches we've had. The staff were so friendly knowledgeable and accommodating nothing was to much trouble. The food was just fantastic, we may have to break our golden rule and return ! Thank you to all a really lovely Sunday lunch experience, keep up the good work.”

“Love this pub as it has that homely feel open fire and the historic decor. Friendly bar staff food is great they also have an awesome New Year party that tickets sell out fast.”

“Visited with a friend today, received a warm welcome. Food arrived in good time, nice and hot and portions are a good size. The sea bass was delicious and I loved my pudding with hot custard! I've been recommended the Prawn starter which will be my next choice . Thank you for a lovely meal. Parking was plenty and easy to access.”

“A true hidden gem offering authentic cuisine with friendly service. The food is very tasty with a highlight being the chouriço and morcela starter. Absolutely delicious.”