Grain Store at Doddington Hall

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “Visited this afternoon ordered two lattes extra hot we emphasised EXTRA HOT! and the waitress said no problem. We also ordered a scone & jam. The lattes arrived only warm and only one plate for the scone even though we said we were sharing. Not sure the customer comes first, if it had I wouldn’t be doing this negative review. Has the potential of being a great cafe/restaurant but please listen to your paying customers and serve as the customer has requested. Won’t be returning anytime soon.”

• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “Excellent Food and Atmosphere. I had the Lentil Dhal and the Wife had the Cottage Pie. Both really happy.”

• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “Lovely breakfast, good quality food and decent portions. Bacon could have been cooked a bit more, wasn't crispy at all, so if you like it crispy, make sure to mention that when placing your order. Paid £40 for 2 adult breakfast, one kids breakfast, 2x coffee, 1x tea. Pleasant staff. Cappuccino didn't have much froth, looked more like white americano. Nice area, free parking, lovely but rather pricey farm shop. Good place to buy fresh meat and veggies. They don't take bookings, only walk-ins. Would definitely return if I were to look again for a breakfast place in the area.”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “Beautiful interior, friendly staff, and honestly the best Caesar salad I've ever had. You could really taste the quality of the ingredients. Highly recommend! :)”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “Was recommended here when in the area for a weekemd away. The actual building is really nice inside and out, has a lovely feel to it. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable of the food, which was exceptional. All potions were of a decent size and we were suitable full at the end, the chocolate cremeux was particularly amazing. Overall a great experience and will definitely be back. Bonus as well for ample parking and ev chargers onsite.”

• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “Called in here following our bike ride from home, just off Skellingthorpe Roundabout. Have not been for some time and not visited the new restaurant, The Grain Store. We’re intending to just have a coke in the old cafe. New restaurant lovely. Ended up having a large Sauvignon, Barry a Peroni and sharing a delicious ham sandwich. Such a good portion, could not of eaten it all so glad we shared. The sandwich was filled with a relish and there was a large salad with a lovely dressing. Thoroughly enjoyed our meal and have now booked dinner for a Friday night with two friends. UPDATE: Came today, 3rd May, for Sunday lunch with a friend. Ate in restaurant upstairs. Both ordered the beef which was £22. It appeared - 2 average sized slices of beef😲. We both complained, no problem, a third slice appeared with the excuse - you get 2 slices if large and 3 if not☹️. When the veg arrived it was lukewarm. The waitress did offer to heat it up but not a lover of food reheated in a microwave. Overall, food was very tasty, meat perfect and adequate with 3 slices BUT for £22 NOT 2 slices. Would I go back for a Sunday roast, probably not if I was only getting 2 slices of meat. Oh, the most I have seen a large glass of Shiraz for - £13.95 - how on earth do they justify charging that, extortion comes to mind. Remembering that, it has put me off.”

• G

  Google user

  ·7 months ago

  “I’ve visited The Grain Store at Doddington Hall many times, and it’s one of my favourite spots for breakfast thanks to the great location, atmosphere, and quality of the ingredients. I always order the Grain Store Breakfast, and everything on the plate the bacon, mushroom, grilled tomato, eggs, toast, and preserves is genuinely very good. However, for a dish that includes everything you’d expect from a full breakfast, the portion size of the key items feels too small. You only get one sausage and around five hash‑brown puffs, which doesn’t quite match what you’d expect from a breakfast at this price point. The portion of baked beans is also quite small, which adds to the overall feeling that the main elements could be more generous. The quality is still excellent, and the café itself is lovely, but increasing the portions especially the sausage, hash puffs, and beans would make the Grain Store Breakfast feel much more balanced and better value.”

• G

  Google user

  ·7 months ago

  “Visited for Sunday roast; firstly, the service was perfect from start to finish, seated immediately, offer to take our coats, drinks order taken and arrived quickly, followed by our meals. One check in while we were eating, not pushy and service with a smile at all times. Now for the food; absolutely incredible, there aren’t many places in Lincoln that offer the same level of quality in a roast, and the flavours were all there! Couldn’t recommend enough; the beef was tender, Porchetta melted in the mouth. The cauliflower cheese is a must, and the braised red cabbage was so tasty! We added the sausage meat stunning too which was equally as good. If I had to pick one criticism, it would be that the roast potatoes could’ve had more flavour/saltiness, and I missed the addition of mashed potato, but there were plenty of roasts to make up for this. Will definitely be back and looking forward to trying the desserts too!”

• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “Myself and three friends visited on a Saturday evening. The food was amazing. Service impeccable, which is rare nowadays! And the setting and views were gorgeous. All for very reasonable prices too! Can't wait to visit again.”

• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “The Grain Store looks absolutely fabulous! We have visited in the past but it has obvious a makeover since then. Light, bright and airy with great attention to detail. Lovely views across the estate. There is also lots of seating outside. We popped in for coffee and cake prior to visiting the Hall. Service was quick and there was a good range of cakes etc. Excellent coffee! I the caramel shortcake was rich and tasty; the portion was the perfect size but it was very moreish. Toilets are super clean, light and on the ground floor.”