PizzaExpress

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  Matt C

  ·2 months ago

  “Gino from Cheshire Oaks has just given one of the best experiences I've had in a long, long time. Friendly, nothing too much trouble, fun, accommodating, great with the kids. Genuinely, I will be visiting again the hope to be served by Gino. Please pass my thanks on to him. He is a true asset to your business.”

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  Mark Evans

  ·3 months ago

  “Reliable Family Favorites in a Polished Space, but Weekend Wait Times and Rushed Service Dampen the Vibe ​Rating: 4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ​Located at Unit 57 within the McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Cheshire Oaks (CH65 9JJ), PizzaExpress is a highly popular, reliable anchor for hungry shoppers. Situated in a prime location alongside the outlet's main dining strip, this branch features the brand's signature modern, open-kitchen style where you can watch the pizzaiolos toss dough. It offers a familiarly comforting, crowd-pleasing menu, though the high-volume retail setting occasionally compromises the relaxed dining experience.On the positive side, the food quality and consistency are exactly what you expect from the brand. ​The Classics Done Well: The iconic Dough Balls with garlic butter remain an absolute must-order, and the thin, crispy Romana pizzas (such as the Padana or the spicy Diavolo) are consistently delicious, fresh, and well-topped. ​Excellent Loyalty Deals: If you use the PizzaExpress Club app, the savings and freebies (like complimentary dough balls or soft drinks) make dining here incredibly cost-effective, especially when feeding a family. ​Accommodating for Kids: The "Piccolo" children's menu is brilliantly designed and represents great value, complete with activity packs that keep younger kids entertained while waiting for food. ​The primary drawback is the frantic pace during peak hours: ​The Dreaded Queues: On busy Saturdays, bank holidays, and during school holiday rushes, the wait for a table can easily stretch to 30 or 45 minutes. Because there is limited indoor waiting space, you will likely find yourself standing out on the pedestrian path. ​The "Turn-and-Burn" Feel: When the outlet is packed, the service can feel incredibly transactional. Plates are sometimes cleared the absolute second you swallow your last bite, and you may feel a subtle, hurried pressure to pay the bill and free up the table for the next waiting party. ​Variable Service Speed: Because of the sheer volume of diners, there can be noticeable delays between ordering your drinks and actually receiving them, or finding an assistant to request the bill when the restaurant is at capacity. ​Ultimately, PizzaExpress at Cheshire Oaks is a safe, highly reliable, and tasty bet for a sit-down family meal that pleases everyone from toddlers to grandparents. If you want to enjoy a genuinely relaxed, leisurely meal without the rush, try to dine during a quiet mid-week evening or plan for an early lunch before the shopping crowds peak.”

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  Harrison Donoghue

  ·4 months ago

  “Food was incredible, Brooke and Anna Maria made us feel at home and provided amazing service, couldn’t ask for a better experience.”

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  G. “WizeFool”

  ·6 months ago

  “Shopping in the area so the clan decided to eat here. It was pretty busy when we entered but the lady pushed a few tables together and made space for the clan. We were seated within 5 mins. The orders were taken promptly. Food didn't take too long to come out. (Fair warning, they don't have mayo and the BBQ sauce wasn't to my liking.) All in all a nice place to pop in, although the service was a little cold and sharp. But it was a busy day so I can understand it being a struggle. Hope you enjoy.”

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  Clare McDermott

  ·8 months ago

  “One of the pizzas was not hot and there were not a lot of people in at the time we booked but the staff (especially Kat) were really lovely and felt totally relaxed amd not pushed so we ended up having a really nice evening and staying longer than we would as we’re chatting and the food is excellent and by far one of the best pizza places we go to.”

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  K8iestorY

  ·9 months ago

  “We stopped by PizzaExpress for a quick lunch after shopping at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet. We tried the lasagna, the Four Seasons Speciale, and a vegetarian pizza—all of which were nice and tasty. The only downside was that the pizza was quite difficult to slice, which made it a little tricky to eat. Aside from that, it was a good spot for a quick meal.”

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  Paul Roberts

  ·1 year ago

  “Really lovely lunch here having the American hottest and BBQ burnt ends. Both pizzas were a good size and full of flavour. The weight time was ok for a busy restaurant and staff were attentive.”

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  aineK Ji

  ·1 year ago

  “we came to eat lasagna, pizza, was so delicious, also the garlic bread! Really good service, the place was full, but the service still good. If you come to do some shopping, you can just pop in to eat a delicious pizza.”

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  Sharon Jones

  ·1 year ago

  “We were welcomed at Cheshire Oaks by Allie who was fantastic, from start to finish she didn't stop. making sure all guest were happy and catered for and was very engaging with everyone and cleaning tables as she went about with her jobs all with a smile definitely a can do attitude. She told us about the app and helped us work it out. The food was fast and very good we will be back. thanks Allie for making it enjoyable.x”

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  Andrea Cervenakova

  ·4 years ago

  “We stopped here for lunch while shopping in Cheshire Oaks. Nice pizzeria, with big space and polite staff. We ordered pizza, pasta and pizza balls. Everything was very nice, even got one extra pizza because the first one they made wasn't perfect and they wanted my son to experience their perfect product. They have bonus star from me for this.”

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