The Grill on the Hill

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  Karl Foster

  ·1 week ago

  “During our stay we thought we would try the restaurant after going in town the last time we was here. Food was delicious starters were Vegetable soup and Garlic Mushrooms Mains were Caesar Salad and Tomato and Arrabbiata Penne. Portions were a decent size that we were unable to finish it all. Staff very friendly.”

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  Mohammed Malik

  ·1 week ago

  “From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt a little uncomfortable. The male waiter greeted us in a way that made it seem as though our presence had caught him by surprise. We then had to wait quite some time, eventually having to go to the bar ourselves to ask someone to come and take our order. After our order was finally taken, we noticed that several customers who had arrived after us were served before us. When we eventually asked the waiter about our food, we were told that it was on its way. Although the food itself was fine and the staff were apologetic, the overall experience was disappointing. Unfortunately, the poor service and the uncomfortable initial impression meant that we left feeling let down. We would not recommend this restaurant. Dr Malik”

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  ashley adams

  ·4 months ago

  “The food is actaully disgusting - do not eat here, order and Uber eats or warm up some bread on a radiator. We had the duck, bao buns and chicken tenders, i literally feel sick”

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  Kam Bachra

  ·6 months ago

  “Saturday 11th April 2026 7pm - Having travelled 2 and a half hours for an event and paid £200 to stay a single night at the Hollins Hall Hotel, my husband and children were looking forward to a quiet bite to eat before bed. Unfortunately they were left feeling embarrassed and disrespected when the young, female server asked my 4 year old daughter mid way through her food to stop eating immediately and pack away her homemade sandwich before my husband and 9 year old son would be offered any service. The tone and manner in which they were spoken to was both humiliating and made them feel like second class citizens rather than paying customers. When my husband went on to explain that she was having a difficult evening and didn’t want anything from the menu, they were forced to move to the lounge area and served their dinner sitting at a coffee table in reception. If I had not taken the car to a separate event they could have simply gone elsewhere, unfortunately they were stuck as the hotel does not offer room service. Having dined at Michelin restaurants and other 5* establishments we have never encountered such horrid treatment to a 4 year old. A little understanding would have been appreciated as her quietly eating a sandwich was not doing any harm and would not have been the end of the world. In the restaurant dogs are allowed to roam freely around everyone’s table, yet a little child can’t eat a sandwich. A little compassion wouldn’t have gone amiss, or at least have a better level of communication with customers. Absolutely appalling.”

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  Mark Sells

  ·9 months ago

  “Fantastic steak and ale pie. So much beef! My son had a great burger too. Top notch all round thanks.”

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  jo templey

  ·1 year ago

  “Very disappointing food. It's difficult to believe that there is a chef in the kitchen. Everything we had, I could have cooked far better myself. The duck was far from crispy as advertised. It was drowning in gravy liquid with undissolved granules on the plate. The risotto was bland and sloppy. The chips were soft and the oil must have been old because they had that certain taste. We asked for no butter in one of the meals and it seemed very difficult to organise. The place, although cosy and clean, lacked the quality that the menu promised and is something in-between overpriced pub grub and school dinner. On the plus side .. the bar and waiting staff were super friendly and very apologetic. They took on the feedback. They graciously took the worst of our meals off the bill which was much appreciated. The wine we ordered was lovely. I really hope they switch their chef. The menu is promising.. the hotel is lovely and the staff so friendly. It's a pity the food isn't up to scratch as it would have made our experience at the hotel perfect.”

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  J Thomas

  ·1 year ago

  “What can I say: the food was hot I guess. The chef has clearly never put any effort into tasting what he cooks. Tofu was cooked perfectly to put everyone off tofu. Gnocchi described as hearty and nutty and just looked like bland slop. Tasted similar too.”

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  Darcy Webb

  ·1 year ago

  “Staying at the hotel we were optimistic going into the restaurant after reading previous reviews hoping it had improved - seems nothing has changed. We ordered the steak and ale pie and a rump steak cooked mid-rare (thinking this was a safe bet pretty easy to not mess up) steak was cremated so we sent it back, it took around 15-20 minutes for a new one to be cooked, which to be fair was spot on however by that time my partner had already finished his dinner. Can’t nock the severing and bar staff they were very apologetic and knocked 20% off the bill but it just wasn’t up to the standard you would expect. The chocolate brownie was nice but no option of cream instead of ice cream which seemed unusual for a restaurant but not a massive problem. Restaurant wasn’t particularly busy, background music was good and staff were attentive but overall left disappointed.”

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  Moo Ping Vivienne Boey

  ·2 years ago

  “Delicious lunch with 4 friends - chicken risotto and chicken salad. We had a lovely time and were more than satisfied. If anything perhaps the portions were over generous.”

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  Celeste Monroe

  ·3 years ago

  “Despite it being a cold evening, the restaurant is riddled with flies. You have to order at the bar despite several staff chatting and wondering around. No pizza left, fish was not cod despite saying it was, the homemade pie was a pukka pie despite asking at the bar was it homemade or not, the pasta was edible and we had to pay adult prices for a child. When I told the staff they were 'oh sorry'. One butted in and said she would get the Manager who mysteriously disappeared. Overall, wouldn't choose to eat here again, the food is heated up and nothing is fresh or homemade.”

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