Amberley Castle Restaurant

4.6

50 Reviews

£41 and over

Contemporary British

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Romantic

"Amberley Castle has a long held reputation for delivering outstanding cuisine.

Enjoyed on the first floor of the castle in either the magnificent Queen's Room, with its barrel-vaulted ceiling dating back to the 12th century and open fire or The Great Room, built-in 1165 by Bishop Luffa of Chichester, a fine example of Norman architecture with its high lancet windows, open fireplace, oak flooring, tapestry and suits of armour.

The dress code for the dining room is smart casual.

Please note that we welcome children of all ages to dine in the restaurant as long as their parents are well-behaved!

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary British, Afternoon Tea
Hours of operation
Afternoon Tea Daily 12:30 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
01798 831992
Website
http://www.amberleycastle.co.uk/dining-drinking/restaurant
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Paul Peters

Location
Amberley Castle, Nr Arundel, West Sussex BN18 9LT
Neighborhood
Arundel
Parking details
None
Public transit
Amberley Castle can be easily reached by road, rail and helicopter.A direct train runs from London Victoria hourly to Amberley Station (Journey time 1hour 20minutes). Please note, there is no taxi rank at the station. Please contact our reception team and we will be happy to organise a taxi for you.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

Easter Egg Decorating & Afternoon Tea
£25.00 - £65.00 per person
Apr 18, 2025 - Apr 21, 2025
Join us at the Queen's Restaurant for a delightful Easter-inspired Afternoon Tea and Egg Decorating session, complete with a welcoming glass of Nyetimber English sparkling wine. Afterward, explore the enchanting castle grounds, and perhaps indulge in a classic game of croquet.
Mother’s Day Nyetimber Afternoon Tea
£25.00 - £65.00 per person
Mar 29, 2025 - Mar 30, 2025
Celebrate the wonderful women in your life this Mother's Day and treat them to an unforgettable experience with our lavish Nyetimber Afternoon tea. Delight in an array of delectable treats paired exquisitely with a glass of English sparkling wine, and end your afternoon with a leisurely stroll through the picturesque castle grounds adorned with blooming daffodils.
Valentine's Day Dinner
£120.00 per person
Feb 14, 2025 - Feb 15, 2025
Savour an outstanding six-course tasting menu this Valentine's Day to the truly romantic backdrop of our castle grounds. Served in our award-winning restaurant, with its barrel-vaulted ceiling dating back to the 12th century and open fireplace, enjoy six delicious courses with a glass of Champagne on arrival.

What 50 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

West Sussex
Best Overall
West Sussex
Best Food
West Sussex
Best Ambiance
West Sussex
Gluten-free-friendly
West Sussex
Healthy
West Sussex
Romantic
West Sussex
Great for scenic views
West Sussex
Good for special occasions
West Sussex
Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Amberley Castle Restaurant offers a captivating dining experience in a stunning setting. Guests rave about the "wonderful afternoon tea" and "excellent service," with many praising the "beautiful surroundings" and attentive staff. The unique venue is perfect for special occasions, with its "magical location" and delightful food making each visit memorable.

50 Reviews

V
Verity
Surrey
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely evening, with very good service. Especially from the very attentive gentleman from Serbia, and the gentleman from Argentina! So sorry to have forgotten their names. A very special place, with so much history.
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Christine
London
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
A beautiful place but not for a festive afternoon tea . We chose Amberley castle as we assumed that a 5 star hotel we would get a special afternoon tea Our table was not ready for us and room was empty with hardly any Christmas decorations Table was not festive and the room had no atmosphere We waited over an hour for a savoury selection which was nothing very special . And then waited another hour for our cakes and scones which again were nothing special Tea was nice and hot and selection good Service was okay We were a group of 5 ladies all family and go every year for afternoon tea at Christmas We chose Amberley thinking it would be a very special place to make memories sadly we will not return ..
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Simon
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Really good food and service- slight let down was that they do not stock any alcohol free Beer or Lager, no did they stock any half bottles of wine ( despite being on the wine list ) Restaurant a little cold and austere as not very full.
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Heike
West Sussex
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely stunning venue and gorgeous afternoon tea. The team at Amberley Castle were exceptional- welcoming and attentive, and the service couldn't have been better. We'll definitely be back in 2025. Thank you!
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Philip
West Sussex
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely afternoon tea experience in a great location.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
West Sussex
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Excellent 5 course taster menu and dining experience. Have been to Amberley Castle a few times before and it never fails to deliver. The food this time around was exquisite and I would point out the sole with crabmeat and leek stuffing as truely memorable - a festival of taste and delicate texture - quite the best I have had. Hats off the chef. Thoroughly recommended and we will be back.
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Alison
Hampshire
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Amberley Castle is a great place to visit, especially for special occasions. However, this time we went for the festive Christmas afternoon tea, and the food was quite disappointing as not very festive. The sandwiches were exactly the same as we had a couple of months ago. No nice mini minced pies or Christmas cake etc came away feeling quite underwhelmed and disappointed.
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kevin
VIP
London
64 reviews
4.0
64 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Wonderfully atmospheric dining room, full of a sense of history. Food was very good, we had the five course tasting menu, braised pigs cheek starter was soft and juicy, everyone loved the flavour and tenderness of the venison. Very good service.
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Sammy
West Sussex
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I booked for a special afternoon tea for my partners birthday and that’s exactly what we got. Fantastic staff, the service was the best I’ve ever had, the afternoon tea was absolutely delicious and the price is good for what we experienced. Overall they made my partners birthday special. They even gave him a birthday card. Would highly recommend for that special occasion or for a perfect gift.
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John
Surrey
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Every course of the tasting menu had the wow factor! Service was first class and partner feel very special on her special birthday!
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FAQs

Amberley Castle Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 50 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Amberley Castle Restaurant

Amberley Castle, Nr Arundel, West Sussex BN18 9LT

Additional information

Neighborhood
Arundel
Hours of operation
Afternoon Tea Daily 12:30 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary British, Afternoon Tea
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
Amberley Castle can be easily reached by road, rail and helicopter.A direct train runs from London Victoria hourly to Amberley Station (Journey time 1hour 20minutes). Please note, there is no taxi rank at the station. Please contact our reception team and we will be happy to organise a taxi for you.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Paul Peters
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

Website
http://www.amberleycastle.co.uk/dining-drinking/restaurant
Phone number
01798 831992

Amberley Castle Restaurant

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Easter Egg Decorating & Afternoon Tea

Mother’s Day Nyetimber Afternoon Tea

Valentine's Day Dinner

Menu

What 50 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

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