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Ascough's Bistro
8 course tasting menu
Highly praised multiple times for exceptional quality, beautifully cooked courses, thoughtful preparation, and excellent wine pairing. Considered a standout experience and highly recommended by several reviewers.
Pork fillet
Recommended for being tender, perfectly cooked, and beautifully presented with a light and flavorful sherry jus. The accompanying fondant potato was also highlighted for perfect seasoning and texture.
Tea smoked salmon
Noted for being soft, melding, and delicious, served with a selection of pickles and cooked and puréed beets. Considered a flavorful and well-executed starter.
Lambs liver
Described as like cutting into butter and perfectly cooked. Highly recommended for its tenderness and flavor.
Scallops with taramasalata and brie croquette
Mentioned as delicious and well-prepared starter, with the scallops paired with a flavorful taramasalata made from roe and a brie croquette.
Pan fried cod loin
Recommended for its tenderness and melt-in-the-mouth texture, highlighted as a delicious main course option.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 to 1:15 PM, 6 to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 1:15 PM, 6 to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 1:15 PM, 6 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 1:15 PM, 6 to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 1:15 PM, 6 to 9 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Ascough's Bistro
Inventive dishes using local produce in a modish setting over 2 floors with designer wallpaper.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Ascough's Bistro known for?
Ascough's Bistro is best known for its tasting menu, especially the 8-course version with wine pairing, plus dishes like scallops and fillet steak. Reviewers also highlight the beautifully presented plates, thoughtful wine matches, and the sense that the menu changes often while still delivering strong value.
What dishes are most recommended at Ascough's Bistro?
Reviewers most often call out the scallops, tea smoked salmon, pork fillet, lambs liver, and the tasting menu. Desserts also get strong praise, with puddings and the wine-paired courses frequently described as exceptional.
What is the atmosphere like at Ascough's Bistro?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with a relaxed but attentive pace. It suits couples, groups, and solo diners, and reviewers mention a spacious yet cosy feel with service that is warm without being intrusive.
Is Ascough's Bistro good value, and what is the price range?
Ascough's Bistro sits in the £30 to £60 range, and many reviewers say the lunch menu and tasting menu feel great value for the quality. Comments repeatedly mention well-priced food, generous portions, and a wine list that offers good value as well.
Do you need a reservation at Ascough's Bistro, and when is it best to visit?
Reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner, and the restaurant says reservations are required. Reviewers note that lunch can be a single sitting with a relaxed pace, so booking ahead is especially useful if you want the tasting menu or a long, unhurried meal.
Is parking available at Ascough's Bistro?
Yes. Free parking lot, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Ascough's Bistro have vegetarian options?
Yes, Ascough's Bistro offers vegan options.
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