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Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 5111 reviews

What Jenks likes about Browns Cocktail:
Although quite empty we had to wait a long time to be acknowledged even though staff passed by us many times. After ordering, the service was very slow and the food when it arrived quite cold. However, this is a beautiful place we have been before (excellent food/service that time) and will probably go again. View all feedback. What Scott Hall doesn't like about Browns Cocktail:
It was a Saturday night and they had run out of so much. Only one cut of steak, no surf and turf, no risotto and even running out of some types of wine! Service was also very poor. The waitress we had was really disinterested. We didn’t get served our wine until after we had finished our starters and then we had to ask for it twice. When it finally came it was the wrong one, although the lad was quick to rectify the... View all feedback.

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Menulist
4.2 ★ from 5 reviews
Σοφοκλής
17.05.2022 - 17:51

fantastic renovation makes it a great place to eat and drink in the midst of some. excellent food and choice, both from eating and drinking, great value for mon...

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Ernestine
17.05.2022 - 17:51

we enjoyed our meal, the ambiente and service were good eating was nicely served and was delicious, but could have been hotter my beginning of the scallops was...

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Lauren
20.10.2020 - 15:40

an excellent place. Some were really busy so on the off-channel we went to browns early as everywhere was busy for a drink and they said their table is ready to...

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Frederik
17.05.2022 - 17:51

Excellent food beautifully cooked belly pork. Staff polite and attentive. Some tables were too dim (particularly as i was alone and wanted to read) but the staf...

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Scott
17.05.2022 - 17:51

It was a Saturday night and they had run out of so much. Only one cut of steak, no surf and turf, no risotto and even running out of some types of wine! Service...

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Browns is housed in a glorious building with original marble and art decor, providing a unique ambiance. However, some patrons found the general atmosphere too dark and crowded, with a pianist playing too loudly. The service was hit or miss, with some guests experiencing poor service from disinterested staff. On the other hand, others had excellent experiences, with attentive service and beautifully cooked food. The menu offered a good range of options, catering well to a large party, and the staff were accommodating in terms of seating and handling special requests. While some diners found certain dishes to be a bit lacking in tenderness or flavor, overall the experience at Browns was positive, with mentions of friendly and helpful staff members such as Kim and Leanne. While there were some mixed reviews, most patrons seemed willing to give Browns another chance due to the pleasant ambience and quality of service.

HeyRestaurants
2.4 ★ from 39 reviews
Iris
20.09.2024 - 19:47

Fantastic meal in the most stunning surroundings. Pleasant and attentive waiting staff that allowed us time to really enjoy our time there.....will be...

Sonia
20.09.2024 - 19:47

Ate here yesterday for my birthday, waitresses were lovely and friendly. Great menu and the food was lovely. Highly recommended and we will return

Vinzenz
20.09.2024 - 19:47

Really good Sunday roast, friendly staff and all in a lovely old building.

Lorraine
20.09.2024 - 19:47

SHOCKING EXPERIENCE, music should not be super loud at 7:30pm!! So loud the waiter couldn’t hear us order our food , had to disconnect the speaker as...

Gael
20.09.2024 - 19:47

The building is nothing short of stunning inside. The Food in my experience is great quality and good value . The staff too are very...

Tripadvisor
4.1 ★ from 1471 reviews
alexisjej
17.02.2024 - 09:59

Yesterday, we visited Browns for lunch as a belated Valentine's Day treat. We were attracted to the lunch set menu, which offered great value. Upon entering, we...

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Kirsty
17.02.2024 - 09:59

We unfortunately missed out on the breakfast menu, but we enjoyed a delightful lunch at this restaurant on Valentine's Day. Kim was our server and she was wonde...

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Philly
17.02.2024 - 09:59

I went to this restaurant for breakfast on Valentine's Day morning and had a wonderful time. The full English breakfast was delicious, and Kim provided friendly...

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Passenger15027761723
17.02.2024 - 09:59

Such a lovely experience, 2 course lunch menu was great. Our server Kim was so lovely, and really made our experience. Would highly recommend!

GANDT50
17.02.2024 - 09:59

The historic building is beautiful. Eight of us had the 3 course lunch menu. Food was very good, service was also very good. Many thanks to a great team. We wil...

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Opentable
4.1 ★ from 46 reviews
Julianah
24.11.2023 - 19:43

Wonderful ambiente, food and service. I really recommend it.

Vickyhhhh
24.11.2023 - 19:43

Service was shockingly poor it wasn’t that busy but waited a long time for everything. Food was okay

Davee
24.11.2023 - 19:43

Everything was just ok, apart from the stunning building. We visited on a sunday afternoon, don't sit near the pianist if you want a conversation

Jenks
24.11.2023 - 19:43

Veggie cheese board option was not good food was warm, not hot. Service and ambience however was impeccable.

LucindaL
24.11.2023 - 19:43

Lovely place and atomosphere. Slightly long delay between starter and main being served and pasta dish that came out was lukewarm which was slightly disappointi...

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Thefork
4.5 ★ from 98 reviews
Harvinder
14.11.2023 - 09:34

Superb decor, delicious food and fabulous service what more can you ask for?!

Martin
14.11.2023 - 09:34

Browns was excellent, good quality food at a reasonable price. Great Service in a beautifully ornate building. This was a pre-concert meal and was well worth th...

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Seyi
14.11.2023 - 09:34

Beautiful decor! Lovely staff. Ordered beef burger and chips. Burger could have been more tender but was reasonably cooked. I wasn’t too keen on the sauce insid...

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Paul
14.11.2023 - 09:34

We love Browns, we're always welcomed with a smile and asking how we are. The service is amazing too. See you soon!!

Jordan
14.11.2023 - 09:34

Expensive for what it is… they have crammed the most tables into this place as possible. It was extremely loud and uncomfortable to be so packed into a small ar...

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Deliveroo
4.6 ★ from 50 reviews
GastroRanking-UK
4.0 ★ from 1351 reviews
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4.3 ★ from 1778 reviews

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