The setting of the restaurant is beautiful, but the appetizer we ordered was overpriced and took an unusually long time to arrive. The Chicken Madras, which was my main course, came out at 6:50 PM. While the rice and naan were very tasty, the madras itself was disappointingly sweet, overly tomatoey, and lacked depth of flavor.
Since this was also a birthday celebration, we felt rushed and didn’t have time for dessert. We weren't the only ones facing issues; the table next to us also received the wrong drink and food orders. I have a fondness for the Penventon Hotel, having visited several times in the past and always enjoyed my experience, but last night was a complete disappointment.
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Wow what a wonderful afternoon with the girls. We booked the festive afternoon tea as a treat for our mums the food, drinks presentation were fabulous. Out came fresh Turkey salmon sandwiches, huge homemade scones with the famous Mrs P’s Jam, Baileys mini cheesecakes lots of other delicious treat’s. There was even a veggie option that looked just as good. Each of us were treated to a mulled wine which was included in the offer. The atmosphere was festive the staff were fun friendly. This is by far one of the best afternoon teas I’ve had, great value everything is fresh lots of choice…highly recommend booking one of these, you will not be disappointed!
There was a function in the nearby Venetian Suite, and it seemed that all the staff's attention was focused there instead of on the rest of the diners. At one point, a gentleman at a nearby table informed a waiter that he had received the wrong sauce with his meal, which was not what was listed on the menu.
On a positive note, the food was superb, as always, and this experience won’t deter us from returning for now. However, if we encounter the same lack of service again, we will certainly reconsider our decision to come back. Here’s hoping it was just an off night for the staff.
I stayed at The Penventon with a friend for my birthday and it was nothing less than perfect! When walking into my room they had decorated it with balloons and an elephant made out of bath towels, such a sweet touch. I was then later greeted with prosecco at my door!! We also had dinner in the restaurant and the atmosphere was so calm and welcoming. I had the main chicken dish and it was divine. All the staff were so friendly and accommodating, will definitely be staying again.
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Great service, very good food and exceptional value for money. The roast potatoes could have been better and, as with many restaurants, there was not enough toast with the potted mackerel starter. These are relatively minor when the meal is taken as a whole. You need a good appetite because the portions are on the large side. Good atmosphere. I would recommend as a Sunday lunch venue.
Lovely restaurant. We had 2 great evening meals whilst we were staying at the hotel, all of which were delicious and generous sized portions. The staff were very friendly and attentive. Not much of an atmosphere but that was simply due to not many diners in the restaurant when we were there. We will return when we visit Cornwall again.
I ordered a Cesar salad at £19 it was fine but I've never had one which was completely cold . Chicken, bacon and a egg . Everything taken from the fridge friends had sandwiches at £10 or more nothing special about them a few crisps on the side . Over priced but nice setting!
The food took about an hour to arrive at our table, and the staff were quite unhelpful and unfriendly. I wouldn't recommend this place.
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Large restaurant, attentive staff, good selection of dishes, the Chardonnay wine was good, clean restaurant.
Great spot to go with kids/family. Lots of different options to choose from for both kids and adults.
Artisan Breads, Grissini Sticks, Olive Oil, Vinegars And Butter
Catch Of The Day Always Simply Seasoned; Grilled Or Pan Fried
Chef's Aubergine Mediterranean Vegetable Cannelloni
Fritto Misto A Medley Of Lightly Crumbed Fish
Posh Chips; Melted Parmesan, Truffle Mustard
Chef's Crumble Done The Old Fashioned Way
Two Scoop Ice Cream And Sorbet Selection
White Chocolate And Raspberry Cheesecake
Pil Pil Monkfish And King Prawn Kebab
Tomato, Mozzarella Red Onion Salad
