
The Family Restaurant
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About The Family Restaurant
The Family Restaurant is a family-run Polish restaurant on Walton Cl in Swindon that also serves Greek and Albanian dishes. The menu pairs Polish bigos with moussaka and fried squid from the Greek and Albanian side. A set menu runs alongside daily specials. Food is prepared after you order, so dishes come out as they are finished. Salads are served on the side, and a half portion can be requested for anyone who wants less. The staff speak English and will translate or help with the menu.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Kids' menu
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention homemade family-run cooking, big portions, polish soup and moussaka.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention homemade family-run cooking, big portions, polish soup and moussaka.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often point to the home-cooked, family-run food that reminds them of cooking back home, with big portions and salads on the side. Named dishes include the moussaka, goulash, meatballs, fried squid, chicken with mushroom sauce, a giant beef burger, tomato soup, flaki and bigos, and one reviewer singles out the soup. Close behind is friendly service, with staff who speak English and translate the menu, and reviewers describe feeling like they are dining in a family home. Several call prices reasonable, and one mentions that a half portion can be requested. A few note that dishes are cooked fresh after ordering, so food can take a little while to arrive. The one complaint is a husband's kotlet mielony that came out quite dry, though the same reviewer praised the chicken leg and the bigos. One group held an engagement party for 38 guests, with a Polish spread laid on by the hostess.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often point to the home-cooked, family-run food that reminds them of cooking back home, with big portions and salads on the side. Named dishes include the moussaka, goulash, meatballs, fried squid, chicken with mushroom sauce, a giant beef burger, tomato soup, flaki and bigos, and one reviewer singles out the soup. Close behind is friendly service, with staff who speak English and translate the menu, and reviewers describe feeling like they are dining in a family home. Several call prices reasonable, and one mentions that a half portion can be requested. A few note that dishes are cooked fresh after ordering, so food can take a little while to arrive. The one complaint is a husband's kotlet mielony that came out quite dry, though the same reviewer praised the chicken leg and the bigos. One group held an engagement party for 38 guests, with a Polish spread laid on by the hostess.
Featured reviews
- Mattthew Harz-Biggs
“We had our engagement party last night . Karina did amazing Polish 🇵🇱 spread for us and our 38 guests. Couldn’t ask for a better time . Amazing service Thank you. If you want good Polish food go here.”
- Anna Sojkowska (niutka)
“Delicious food and a great atmosphere! The soup was absolutely amazing. You can really see and taste the positive changes happening here—the quality has definitely leveled up. Highly recommend to any fan of Polish cuisine!”
- charles redhead
“We have eaten at this restaurant five times in the last month and have found it excellent every time. The food is a mix of Greek and Albanian, it is home made and prepared after you order, so it may take a few minutes to come out. I don't mind a slight wait when the food is of this quality and is being prepared fresh. We have had the chicken with mushroom sauce, the giant beef burger, the meatballs, the moussaka, the goulash and the amazing fried squid. Everyone of them was excellent. This restaurant is completely family run, father, mother, two young sons and a niece and exactly the kind of place we like to support. If you are looking for excellent food in a family atmosphere My Family Restaurant is not going to disappoint.”
- Rasa Humphrey
“The food is very delicious, brings memories from home. Portions are quite big with tasty salads in the side. The staff was very kind and polite. We annoyed our evening and definitely will come back.”
- Buddi Smith
“We wanted something different to try and boy did we find it. This place is amazing, the food was delicious and the staff was great. The young lady who waited on us was patient and translated everything for us, she had a great personality and was tentative. I highly recommend giving this place a try you won't be disappointed. When we pass thru the area again we'll definitely be stopping bye for bite.”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Healthy options
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Free parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
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- Alcohol
- Casual
- Beer
- Coffee
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Dining options· 4
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Table service
- Parking· 1
- Parking
- Offerings· 2
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Highlights· 1
- Great dessert
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Family-friendly· 1
- Kids' menu
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
Location
Restaurants near The Family Restaurant
- Mr Kebab Swindon4.82230.3 mi£10–20
large doner kebab, chicken kebab and shish, mr kebab special box
- Lux Turkish Restaurant4.71030.8 mi£30–40Reservations
lamb chops, garlic mushrooms, turkish tea
- Del Mundos (Swindon)4.45400.8 miWheelchair accessible
tapas, frickles, coeliac-safe menu
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Family RestaurantWheelchair accessible · Good for kids · Reservations | 4.797 | — | £10–20 | homemade family-run cooking, big portions, polish soup |
| Mr Kebab Swindon | 4.8223 | 0.3 mi | £10–20 | large doner kebab, chicken kebab and shish, mr kebab special box |
| Lux Turkish RestaurantReservations | 4.7103 | 0.8 mi | £30–40 | lamb chops, garlic mushrooms, turkish tea |
| Del Mundos (Swindon)Wheelchair accessible | 4.4540 | 0.8 mi | — | tapas, frickles, coeliac-safe menu |
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