Father's Day afternoon tea was really nice, we all enjoyed it even the gluten free version, only I will say the choice of dessert was a little disappointing as I know I couldn't have chocolate and orange items, I could have had something a little different to just oats i.e. a different piece of cake like I've had before.
The staff were very attentive and the live music was really good. Definitely worth the price and definitely will return. Thank you �
Me & My husband go to the Townhouse quite regularly the food is to die for the staff are friendly and will do just about anything to make you feel special, we love the cocktails they are amazing , The Townhouse is a great place to meet and relax, we had our wedding reception there and we couldn't have asked for better service we would certainly recommend it and we couldn't have found anywhere better !
Attended our friends wedding here yesterday and we were lucky enough to be staying the night. I can not praise the staff enough they were absolutely fantastic, friendly and would do anything for us all. The food was beautiful and the rooms were lovely and nipping clean, I wish my own bed was as big and comfortable as the one in the room. I’d highly recommend this place we will definitely be returning
Good food, lovely staff, fantastic cocktails and great live music. Had dinner for a birthday and even though we were half an hour late (!) the staff were very accommodating, food was hot with quick service. Only negative is that it's too close to home - would love to have a reason to stay over! Feels a million miles away from central Darlington, in a good way... Could relax and drink cocktails all night. Thank you.
Came here for the Alice In Wonderland afternoon tea with my mum and we both loved it. The staff were very friendly and the building looked lovely inside. The food was amazing and very tasty and also very filling. We also saw some normal meals coming out and they looked great too. 100% would recommend to anyone and will be coming back for a meal 😊 Xxx
We have had lunch and breakfast at this Hotel. Great food, friendly atmosphere and at a reasonable cost. Well worth a visit. We will be going again.
Lovely place and lovey staff our second time in room 6 would recommend
We had afternoon tea this Saturday for my daughters Birthday. The setting is lovely and the staff are very friendly. The afternoon tea was delicious and they also catered for 2 fussy 12 year olds who were worried they wouldn’t like anything - this was not the case and afternoon tea was demolished quickly! My daughter was given an extra sweet treat as it was her birthday, which was a lovely touch and she thought was fab. Would highly recommend and will look forward to another visit soon.
Fantastic evening, great atmosphere, great food and staff were very helpful and friendly
Would highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Helen Louise Waterfall-Brown
+5
Had my mums surprise 60th birthday party here. Staff couldn’t do enough from the moment I booked right through to the party it’s self. Lovely place, fabulous food & amazing staff.
Had my mum and dads diamond wedding anniversary at houndgate , what can I say, from the the booking right through till the night was over , the service was first class, as was the food , would definitely book again and recommend to anyone , thank you so much my mum and dad had a wonderful night with family and friends in your lovely hotel with attentive staff , if I could give you more stars I would �
Went for my 50th Birthday lunch and received a plate with piped chocolate saying Happy Birthday and some delicious chocolates. It was a lovely touch. Thankyou.
The meal was delicious and it's highly recommended.
Had brunch here with a friend. Excellent service and food delicious. Definitely recommend and will return
I have nothing but great things to say about this hotel, it's absolutely gorgeous. The service is exceptional, great atmosphere, lovely décor and the staff are awesome! The rooms are spacious, clean and provide all the amenities we need. The food is first class and nothing is too much trouble. Location is great, good base for visiting attractions nearby. I would wholeheartedly recommend this hotel - keep up the fab work!!!
I had lunch with 2 friends and we tried the set menu. The food and service was excellent and the decor and ambience of the room first class. The staff were friendly and helpful and very efficient and courteous. I would definitely recommend it and will return in the near future.
Fabulous meal supporting Darlington restaurant week. Always feels like a special occasion at Saltfish. House wines delicious, great cocktails. The staff are always on hand and very professional? I had a crab fondue to start with, which was to die for. Followed by sea trout. Fried pancetta potatoes and buttered greens. Thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon.
Absolutely outstanding! I don't eat fish and even I loved it. Went with family for a mid week meal and was blown away, my husband had the lobster which he assures me was amazing and my aunt thoroughly enjoyed the crab. I had a beautiful non fish dish which was gorgeous. Two lovely bottles of Chablis, only gripe was they needed to be a bit cooler but the fantastic waiter was straight on the case. The service was second to non and the atmosphere was amazing, we will definitely be back. Thank you
Fabulous seafood restaurant, stylish interior, pleasant service and wonderful food. I had the special starter of sardines and then Whitby dressed crab and it was delicious. Tables are quite close together and it can be a bit noisy, but otherwise a great place for Sunday lunch.
Great stay here. Lovely hotel. Room excellent and bathroom spot on. The staff are excellent. Evening meal and breakfast very good. We would stay again.
Arrived for lunch with a friend, placed our order, taken by the lovely waitress Erica, fish and batter was beautiful.
Erica was friendly, professional, caring and we didn't feel rushed. She had the perfect attentive balance, even filling our glasses up when noticing they were empty......she's a credit to your business, pay her more!
Ideally situated close to town centre in charming old building with lovely decor. Great sea food ( other foods are available) and service. Well worth a visit
What a gem! Friendly, attentive staff. Food delicious & really reasonable. We took advantage of the February lunch offer, £20 for 3 courses. Well worth the trip to Darlington. Thank you Saltfish!!
Fantastic experience, excellent service. Just perfect for meeting up with friends to catch up and have a lovely meal. We did have to vacate the table to make way for the next booking but we were provided with a table elsewhere to have coffee and finish off our trip perfectly. Highly recommended!
A beautiful, relaxed setting. Food was a flavour sensation. Exceptional, warm and welcoming staff.
The fact that there are only eight rooms makes the hotel an intimate experience.
Thank you for a delightful stay 🦀🦪🐟
Had a superb meal. The atmosphere was great and the service was excellent
Hartmut “habu” Wöhlbier
+5
Hotel: With only a few rooms it is a rather small, very personal hotel. Everything is nicely done and it rather feels like coming home, than checking in. It is very clean, modern standards and has all facilities you might need, such as sewing kit, ironing board, blow dryer,… it’s all there. We needed adapters for continental plugs - no problem - got three! The beds (we had room 5 with two separate beds) are great. Long enough for a 6 foot person, not too soft and not to hard, with a fluffy blanket a good nights sleep was guaranteed!
But the best was the service. The team is as friendly as it can get. Everyone is looking after giving you an easy, pleasant stay.
Restaurant: the included breakfast is great. You can hardly ask for more. We also had dinner at ‘Saltfish’, the restaurant at the hotel. The food is very good and so is the variety of offered dishes. They serve non-fish as well as vegetarian. There is also a small bar, but we didn’t try any drinks.
Summed up: highest recommendations for the Houndgate Townhouse and the restaurant!!
My friend and I booked for a celebratory lunch on 4 December and it did not disappoint.
The service and attention were impressive, and this was backed up by the quality of the food.
Also love the concept and style of the place, and look forward to being able to pop in for coffee, brunch, etc, as and when you get fully operational.
Lovely, clean, and comfortable. Central to the town centre. Easy walk to the railway station.
Salt fish restaurant Great service fanatic food would recommend and will definitely be back
Enjoyed the set menu for lunch. Food was very nice , not a lot off it , you had to order sides separate, but very taste
Lovely restaurant - friendly staff and nice interior. Not the cheapest dining experience to be had in Darlington centre of course, but you *absolutely* get what you pay for and then some, the kitchen staff are culinary wizards! If you like seafood their fare beats the poshest michelin starred restaurants by a mile.
Very stylish, smart and comfortable hotel in a good location. Our beds were comfy and room was very well equipped. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Would recommend
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