Pastiche Bistro

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “What a wonderful place. The ambience is definitely a cut above, the hostess, Tracy, was warm and chatty and the whole place has an air of elegance. The starters were divine, we both had the fish and it was stunning. For the main, I had the beef and my wife had the swordfish, we both thoroughly enjoyed it. Also, for fine dining the cost was not extortionate, it was perfectly reasonable. We will be returning.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “Came here for a family meal. My son remembers it before it closed and was glad to be back as we are too. My son enjoyed pork terrine and moules frites. Husband enjoyed the brie and pork belly. I enjoyed the pea risotto. My hubby said would you eat that again and I said yes. That is a sign of a good meal. I would highly recommend this eatery”

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• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “Pre booked our visit on Friday lunch time. Booking confirmed. Arrived and were shown to a choice of seats. Good selection of food with options to convert for people with specific dietary needs. Good wine selection and excellent friendly service. Good place to eat comfortable and calm. Serves decent resteraunt quality food.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “Loved the original restaurant and keen to try since it's reopened. We visited on a wet Wednesday evening for a birthday meal. 4 diners at 6.30. The restaurant was quiet with a big party just finishing their meal and I think just 1 more table occupied which is why only 3 stars for atmosphere. Service was prompt and in obtrusive even though we were taking ages to decide what to order. Food delivered quite quickly, was hot, fresh and good presentation. We only had 1 problem with 1 desert, this was replaced and taken off our bill. What great value 2 courses £20 or 3 courses £25. Good range of drinks and both wines chosen were good. Definitely going back.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “This has been our family’s go to restaurant since they opened. Good food, great service, but last night we all left hungry after a starter, main course and a bottle of wine. In short we spent a hundred pounds on a meal for three, left hungry and booked into another restaurant. Understand portion control is important, but it’s the first time I’ve ever left a restaurant hungry.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “Lovely attentive staff with food that arrived fast. We've dined here twice. Despite having a decent crowd, the staff were attentive and the food arrived quickly. I had questions about one of the dishes (spiced falafel) which was quickly answered. Both the starters and mains were wonderful, and the dessert was a wonderful way to finish off the night.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “I recently had the pleasure of dining at Pastiche Bistro, and it was truly a fantastic experience from start to finish. To begin, the starters were exceptional. The roast black pudding and potato croquette was perfectly cooked and paired beautifully with a rich homemade brown sauce. The breaded brie was another highlight—crispy on the outside, deliciously melted within, complemented by a fresh beetroot and orange salad and a lovely pear and cranberry chutney. For the mains, the slow-braised rolled blade of beef was incredibly tender and full of flavour, served with creamy horseradish mash and a deep, indulgent treacle jus topped with crispy onions. The slow-braised belly pork was equally impressive, with melt-in-the-mouth texture, paired with smooth mashed potato, vibrant beetroot purée, and a well-balanced apple and cider jus. Dessert did not disappoint either. The warm apple and raspberry crumble was comforting and delicious, served with ice cream, and it was great to see vegan options available on request. The cheese selection, featuring smoked cheddar and Hartington Stilton with savoury crackers and house chutney, was a perfect way to finish the meal. The drinks—Madri beer and a rosé Zinfandel—complemented the meal nicely. Beyond the food, the staff were wonderful: attentive, friendly, and welcoming without being overbearing. The ambience was beautiful, creating a relaxed yet refined dining atmosphere. Considering the quality of the food and overall experience, the prices were very reasonable. All in all, it was a brilliant evening. I’ll definitely be returning soon to explore more of the menu. Highly recommended!”

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• G

  Google user

  ·8 months ago

  “The 5 of us went for dinner celebrating a birthday, the team were so attentive. The food was beautiful and the atmosphere was so comfortable and warming. The layout of the restaurant is nice, you don’t feel cramped or overwhelmed. An absolute gem in Stafford, the team them selves worked wonderful together and individually. The pricing is very good, we will be back in the near future. Just a massive thank you for looking after us and taking care of the extras I’d asked to be sorted x”

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• G

  Google user

  ·11 months ago

  “Have eaten here three times now and every visit it gets better. Service is excellent and all the staff are extremely friendly and helpful. We know John from 1709 in Lichfield and when he had the Yorkshire Man in Colton but we never visited the original Pastiche. Would highly recommend anyone to visit, whether it be as a couple or a large party, you will be very well looked after. They have a new chef who is "knocking it out the park" as my husband says. Exceptional value for money too.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “Pastiche - it's back and as good as it ever was. A great set menu with genuinely friendly and welcoming service. Food was excellent value and the Sauces served with the dishes in particular were impressive. So glad this once well loved Stafford stalwart has returned, and we will too, very soon.”