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Forresters Bistro & Wine Bar

High Street, Yarmouth PO40 0PL, England
01983761635
Ranked #1 of 11 restaurants in Yarmouth
5.0 of 5 stars 85 Reviews
Price range: INR844 - INR1,464
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Isle of Wight
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

The food is absolutely exquisite. The atmosphere needs a little something but it is a quiet restaurant atmosphere. If there is anywhere you want to eat in West Wight it's here. Try it as the food is to die for! More

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New Delhi, India
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

We sailed into Yarmouth with 36 very hungry (and thirsty) sea dogs, and piled into Forresters merely looking for sustenance. In fact we got fabulous food, a good wine selection and above all the most patient and good-humoured staff. Highly recommended. Good work Amanda!, we'll be back! More

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Buckingham, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

We picked this restaurant blind from Trip Advisor and it didn't disappoint in any way. Lovely room, great food and wonderful service. We were made to feel at home and enjoyed a superb lunch. Amanda is a great host. Best meal I have ever had on the IOW. Try Forresters Bistro its worth it - amazing value for money. A... More

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London
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

I organised a dinner at Forresters for nearly 40 people all taking part in a regatta on the Solent. The restaurant is in an old Methodist chapel with lovely polished floors and a high arched ceiling. It immediately felt warm and welcoming when we all entered and Amanda, one of the owners, immediately took charge and charmed everyone into their... More

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hitchin
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Had a wonderful evening here. Food is excellent quality. It's the attention to detail that makes the difference. Perfectly cooked and seasoned veg accompanied a very tasty steak. The service was top notch. Atmosphere would suit any occasion from a romantic meal to a celebration. Very good wine list too. Highly recommended More

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Tring
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

The staff and service where friendly and efficient, from a warm welcome throughout the service. Food was excellent, could not fault it. Will definitely return next time we moor up in Yarmouth. More

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London
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Simply brilliant, I don't write this lightly, this could be the best service I've ever had. I brought my gran here today for her birthday, for Sunday lunch. Forresters offered to supply some lovely table flowers, which were fab. The service, like other reviews have touched on, is superb, greated like old friends, fun light hearted atmosphere with high quality... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

On going into the restaurant we were met with a warm and attentive welcome. The building is beautiful- high ceilings with exposed beams and a mezzanine floor also. I had scallops to start and the bream for main. Both were fresh and delicately cooked with delicious sauces. All in all good value for money, nice atmosphere and good service. I... More

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Basingstoke, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

From the moment we walked in off the street Amanda treated us as though regulars. Her personality is warm and welcoming plus Amanda has the ability to make you feel at home immediately. The front of house service is backed up by John's quality food. The atmosphere of the building aided by the decor makes a fantastic enviroment to relax... More

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London, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

Our party of 12 recently celebrated our dads 80th Birthday in the IOW and at very short notice I booked after reading the reviews of this restaurant on Trip Advisor, Having only contacted the restaurant the week of our IOW trip, Amanda who dealt with everything could not have been more helpful. Amanda emailed a special set menu that we... More

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Forresters , Owner at Forresters Bistro & Wine Bar, responded to this review
1 May 2012

Dear Steve & Family, It was a pleasure for us to make your Dad's 80th birthday special and I'm glad you chose Forresters as your venue. I'm really touched that you took the time to write such a lovely review for us at what I know is a very difficult time for you all, thank you so much. Please come... More

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