The 30 Best Restaurants in Retford

“Warm welcome as we arrived. Had the lobster, salad and side of frys. It was well presented and absolutely delicious. Great selection of seafood with thick slices of good quality bread and butter. Finished the meal with a lovely chocolate brownie and ice cream. Lovely evening.”

“Had a couple of very good Sunday meals here. Nice pub with a separate dining room. Excellent food and you do get a lot. Also veggie friendly - if you mention that when you book the chef will do a special meal, which my wife said was very tasty.”

“This was the loveliest place ever. I went with family & expected to have a nice Chinese meal. However, I was pleasantly surprised when I saw fresh sushi & sashimi on the menu! I was in my element & will be spending as much time eating here, from the Japanese menu, as I possibly can!”

“Takeaway - Food was really tasty - would recommend - portions were great too. Spent around £70 as had a few of us to feed . Thanks again Liane ☺️”

“Arrived without booking with a large group, staff found use an area without issue, they welcomed the dogs and said hello to the baby’s. The 2 members of staff were great! Good was nice too!”

“Amazo breakfast wraps at the salad bar. Really fresh food and lovely people”

“My daughter got married here recently and it was an absolutely amazing day. She married outside in the beautiful gardens which was so lovely. The food was absolutely delicious and the venue room looked fantastic. The evening food of pie and peas was delicious. The staff were lovely and very attentive to all our needs. We stayed the night the rooms very nice they were clean and the beds very comfortable and to round our stay off a great breakfast too.”

“Definitely recommended. Had simply an excellent meal, really outstanding. We were there on a Saturday evening -and the place was bustling and busy, but the food still came out in a timely fashion. No less than three different people came by to apologize for the wait (though again, I didn't think we were waiting that long), and to make sure we were OK. I also saw the waitstaff interacting with other customers -they make people feel welcome. No problems with the excellent service here. Just wish it was closer to where I live!”

“My grandads favourite restaurant, the daal palak and paneer palak are both amazing but the true stand out is definitely the parottas. Flaky, buttery and steaming hot they are a must have. My grandad always has the elms chicken, which changes every so slightly each time he orders it, a good sign that everything is made fresh and from scratch. Staff are friendly and polite, creating a homey atmosphere, a little gem hidden in Retford. Love this place!”

“This place is amazing the girls were fantastic and the man who had been there for 45 years. We were cold and tired and hungry and the service was the best we’ve had anywhere. Please go here the food is unbelievable and excellent value I’m so sorry the picture is not good but we were so hungry I couldn’t hang about but we are going back next week so that speaks volumes”

“This evening I phoned in and ordered for collection , the service was fantastic and the staff very friendly and chatty , but most of all the food for takeout was wonderful.”

“Truly excellent stay, great value for money the hotel is perfectly situated at the end of the high street so plenty of shops and places to eat nearby. The property is well maintained and beautifully clean. Retford is a cracking little town. Room came with a fan, only real downside is that the room was warm due to no air conditioning however we visited peak of summer.”

“Perfect for a stop or a cheap room. Decent size, clean. A little dated but you don't expect much from a Travelodge. Only.tjing was I couldn't plug my phone next to the bed which was a little irritating but nothing I couldn't get over. Staff are friendly and easy to talk to.”

“Yeah it's a more expensive option but at least the food is always consistently great and has been exactly what we had ordered, it's always delivered on time too and by great drivers. Been ordering from here for years, never once had a bad experience. I do wish the twisted dough balls would hurry back though!”

“New 7 course tasting menu now available at at Restaurant 1650, part of the charming Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa in Retford. This 4 star hotel and it’s award winning restaurant, provides a smart and luxurious ambience for a memorable dining occasion. Perfect for a date night or special occasion amongst family & friends. It is just £65pp for this delicious, beautifully presented, fine-dining 7 course meal, or £100 with included wine pairings. Available every Thursday & Friday from 6:30pm – Booking is essential. The menu is set to change seasonally, however the menu that we tried is detailed below; *Canapes – Seared Foie Gras on toasted brioche with caramelised peach, Oyster with Guinness braised ox cheek & horseradish snow, Beef carpaccio with pickled strawberry * Beetroot & gin cured salmon gravlax,with textures of cucumber * Braised pork belly & cheek, textures of carrot, ginger & coriander * Champagne & elderflower sorbet * Roast duck breast confit leg croquettes, braised sweetheart cabbage and cherries * Trio of apple – Apple crumble tart, apple shot, apple & calvados crème brulee * Coffee/Tea & truffles Treating yourself to a dining experience like this will get you trying different tastes and textures that should introduce you to quality and locally-sourced ingredients. We thoroughly enjoyed the food here, trying oysters for the first time – we didn’t dislike them, but not sure they’re one of our favourite foods haha (no fault of the restaurant of course)! We also really liked the pork, duck and of course the desserts, especially the apple crumble tart. We have a lovely evening, meeting some other fellow food lovers, and would hope to return to this beautiful hotel to experience much more of what it has to offer. My only gripe was paying £12 for a large wine and £6 for a bottle of water!!”

“Really great service, so cute inside and the food was perfect i wish i found this place sooner! Arancini and cannolis were perfect ”

“Great little hidden gem, very friendly owners great for family time out .we are not gluten free it would be nice to do a mixture of food for people that aren't gluten free ? great prices”

“The best pizzas in Retford, properly made and full of flavour, not grease. Added the chips to this order - best in Retford too!”

“The Sandwichery is my go-to spot for a lunchtime treat! The food here is always fantastic – they don’t hold back on the fillings, and each bite is packed with flavor. The staff are friendly and welcoming, making every visit a pleasure. Plus, it’s great value for money, which is rare to find these days. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a satisfying, delicious lunch!”

“Fantastic food really tasty and the portion sizes are always fantastic value for money. Atmosphere is great and the staff are super friendly. This place is definitely worth the trip out!”

“My friends and I went for a cooked breakfast. We had to wait as it was all cooked fresh but it was delicious. I picked up a cheese scone on the way out as they looked amazing but didn't get round to eating it until 3 days later, it was gorgeous. Can't wait until I go back. Thank you.”

“We stayed the one night in their Farrier room. Total luxury, friendliness and professionalism from check in to check out. The room was stunning, well thought out and had quality items for us to use. The menu does look extensive and it took a while to choose something but what we ended up with couldn't be faulted, absolutely delicious. The owners are super friendly and unpretentious and their hands on approach topped off a lovely stay, we shall return.”

“Visited several times for meals always cooked to perfection. Sunday lunch did not disappoint the pork just melted in my mouth. All the vegetables are fresh and served piping hot. Would definitely recommend. Staff are welcoming, friendly and nothing too much trouble”

“EDIT: Went back with cash and the service and banter was top notch. Food decent too. Would recommend Heard great things about this place so drove up for big Friday tea for the family only to walk in and see 'Cash Only' sign. Chippy tea not cheap these days so didn't have enough in pocket to pay as, like most people, don't tend to carry cash these days. Will probably come back another time to try the food and leave another review then”

“Gate Inn is a pleasant place to stay. The location is convenient, close to the main attractions. The rooms are clean and cosy, there is everything you need. The staff is friendly and attentive, always ready to help. Breakfast is tasty, with a wide choice of dishes. In the restaurant you can try local specialities. Prices are moderate. From the minuses - sometimes it can be noisy because of the proximity to the road. Overall, I recommend Gate Inn for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Excellent value for money.”

“Day or night, Edi's is fantastic, great food, atmosphere the owner is very friendly. Often comes over for a chat and always makes us feel welcome. I can't recommend this place enough. I really hope this business does well as they have put a lot of money and energy into the business.”

“Day or night, Edi's is fantastic, great food, atmosphere the owner is very friendly. Often comes over for a chat and always makes us feel welcome. I can't recommend this place enough. I really hope this business does well as they have put a lot of money and energy into the business.”

“I've been coming here for a while now with my mother the food is always good I either get a panini or a burger but always with some coleslaw on the side. Which is homemade the waitresses are always polite and friendly and laugh at my lame jokes. This cafe also opens really early in the mornings and you can order lunch if you don't want breakfast the cook knows what he's doing it takes a good meal to make a 260 pound man happy I will continue to come here for some decent and stomach filling food.”

“Now called 'The Albert' ,fun welcoming and great beer,staff very attentive, totally enjoyed”