survey result

Summary

£52
   ££
2
Average
3
Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“Long established in St Albans”, and part of a five-strong, sustainability-oriented chain, this glass-roofed outfit by the cathedral continues to please with its “jolly good” bistro cooking (the latter recommended for its “consistent quality” and equally “good value”).

Summary

£52
   ££
3
Good
2
Average
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

With its “tasty food” and “unusual setting” in a glass-roofed modern building next to the eleventh-century cathedral, this well-priced local bistro with an emphasis on sustainable cuisine makes “a good base for lunch or dinner”. It is part of Andrei Lussmann’s five-strong Hertfordshire-based group.

Summary

£49
   ££
3
Good
3
Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“A wonderfully welcoming and fantastic local bistro” – part of a small-but-expanding Hertfordshire chain (Berkhamsted is next) run by the seasoned Andrei Lussmann. “Food is ethically sourced and delicious” and comes at “surprisingly reasonable” prices too (not least the pre-theatre menu).

Summary

£48
   ££
3
Good
2
Average
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

One of a small Hertfordshire chain, run by hospitality veteran Andrei Lussmann and whose backers include famous restaurant investor, Luke Johnson. The worst trip last year was from a disappointed London-based reviewer, but it attracts a good number of local reports, all praising “good quality food (with a focus on sustainability) served with precision and at a reasonable price”.

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Waxhouse Gate, High St, St Albans, AL3 4EW

Restaurant details

Highchair,Menu,Portions
40
No dress code
120
Yes

Prices

Availability 2 courses 3 courses coffee included service included
Always £20.95 £23.95

Traditional European menu

Starter Main Pudding
£8.20 £23.00 £7.30
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £26.95
Filter Coffee £2.50
Extras  
Bread £0.00
Service 12.50%
Waxhouse Gate, High St, St Albans, AL3 4EW
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Opening hours
MondayCLOSED
Tuesday12 pm‑9 pm
Wednesday12 pm‑9 pm
Thursday12 pm‑9 pm
Friday12 pm‑10 pm
Saturday12 pm‑10 pm
Sunday12 pm‑8:30 pm

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