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Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Visited for a Friday date night. Table booked for 7pm. Arrived a few minutes early and the restaurant was still locked so had to wait outside. Once it opened we were shown to our table but the restaurant was cold. Ordered breads and olives to...start. Bread was delicious and warm but the olives came straight from the fridge and where far too cold to eat. Main course was delicious and very tasty but although warm on being served, stone cold before we finished eating. Disappointed as the pork and vegetables were absolutely delicious but I don’t like eating cold food. Such a shame as it’s a lovely restaurant and lovely food but attention to details is lacking.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

My partner and I visited for a spontaneous lunchtime treat and what a treat it was. The food was delicious, the atmosphere warm and calming the service was attentive without being annoying. The menu was not extensive which is how I prefer it (better to...do a small amount well in my view). As a vegetarian it was nice to get more than soup and risotto - I had a trio of beetroot with goats cheese followed by baked aubergine. Each course was beautifully presented and the flavours well balanced. The portions were more generous than we expected and despite being quite full we ate it all as it was so tasty. We had been meaning to visit Ostlers for some time and we will definitely return. Can't fault it.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Best food we’ve had in a while. Had the goats cheese and ham hock to start and red snapper and pork belly. Can’t recommend enough. Service is very friendly.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 14 October 2023 via mobile

All of our selections from the specials menu for our three course meal were faultless. Service was prompt and friendly. A very enjoyable evening.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 1 October 2023 via mobile

Booked for Sunday set menu. Brilliant food, good choice, and piping hot. Staff friendly . We have been staying in Worcester for the week, and this was our 2nd visit to the restaurant.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 1 October 2023

Four of us came on Saturday for a friends night out. It was our first visit but our friends had been before. Really good ambience, attentive service and the food was excellent. Three of us had the whole plaice and one had the pork belly...all very good. The pate starter was excellent. Will definitely return.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 22 September 2023

It is not often that you can just walk into a restaurant of thus quality on a Friday night and be treated with a warm welcome and splendid food. From start to finish, this was a great dining experience, with attentive staff and a 'justright'atmosphere....Dining solo can either be excruciating, or a joy. Thankfully, this was the latter. So good, I'd make a trip to Worcester to go back (I'll book next time!).More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 4 September 2023

Lovely little restaurant that's easily missed. I was looking for somewhere nice with a small menu (usually means its fresh and not from bookers etc). I found Ostlers at No1. what a gem of a find. Lovely staff very welcoming. We got there quite early...as we are not late eaters. so was the first there, it soon filled up. Great menu with freshly cooked & local food. We had a friend with us that can be quite tricky and fussy and demanding. She loved it. that's always a win. nothing was too much trouble for the staff and they was pleased to assist. Would i eat here again- 100% absolutely. go try it for yourself.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 31 August 2023

Just ok . Went for the special 3 course for £20 food was ok but nothing special. Myself and my partner both thought we were so glad we didn’t pay full price and wouldn’t go back . The waitress was good but the lady who...greeted us gave the impression she didn’t care if you were there or not . There was no atmosphere and in fact apart from 1 other table it was empty.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 28 August 2023 via mobile

Food was ok. Service is the reason why its a low score. 20 mins to make a coffee that is badly made. Nearly an hour to make a meal that looks like its been thrown together. Staff never asking if you are happy. If you...go dress like your middle classed , you will be ignored ,treated with disdain and looked down upon Ironically the place was half full and the front of house turned a couple away saying they were busy, after the couple had been waiting around 5mins to be spoken to. Ironically we were at a 2 star Michelin resturant a week ago and we were treated with dignity. So if our money was good enough there im suprised that our money wasnt good enough in the center of Worcester So people, if you have a sense of grandiose, an average pallet with tendencies to look down on people and a little sprinkle or narcissim. This place is for you.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 13 August 2023

My daughter and I had matinée tickets for the Swan Theatre where we assumed there would be a revenue-spinning cafe, but there isn't. Ostlers is very close to the theatre and there is a public car park next to it, too. We were there on...a Saturday lunchtime and the restaurant was quieter than it deserves but perhaps the rain was keeping people at home. I had a mushroom and Stilton burger with gorgeous chips and a lovely, generous salad including a gherkin, which I think only cost £8.95 or perhaps £1 more. My daughter had a toasted cheese sandwich with the same trimmings, which was slightly cheaper. The drinks were standard price. Food was fresh and tasty with good service in a welcoming setting.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 10 August 2023

Absolutely beautiful breakfast, piping hot and cooked to perfection, I would recommend to everyone. Beautiful place.The person who served us was so friendly she was wonderful.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 4 August 2023 via mobile

Not a regular reviewer, but couldn’t believe the quality of the full English. High quality produce and ever item cooked to perfection.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 3 August 2023 via mobile

Absolutely gorgeous breakfast! Cooked to perfection, service was brilliant. All served quickly and food was piping hot. Will be returning very soon! Thank you

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 15 July 2023

Absolutely could not recommend this restaurant enough. Lovely intimate atmosphere, faultless food and staff went above and beyond. Especially big shout out to the waitress who wrote down the cocktail ingredients for us when we were deciding between drinks!

Date of visit: July 2023
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Hi Phil, The obvious entrance on the corner is not used but the door round to the left is. I am sorry but I cannot remember the actual access. The staff were brilliant so suggest contact direct. Good luck Peter
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Ostlers at No.1 is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5