Eileen’s by Steve Barringer

86A Dunstable St, Ampthill, Bedford
01525 839889

Recent Reviews

Jon Child

Fabulous selection of dishes beautifully prepared &

Mark G

Wonderful meal,superlative cooking and presentation,delightful evening with relaxed but attentive sevice.Thankyou!

Tye Architects

Fantastic world class food and service, great team work, highly

Thomascz Thomash

I enjoyed a wonderful tasting menu here. The food was excellent. The chefs are working very hard to produce great dishes.The decor could be better.We had to endure a table of very rowdy locals making loud noise throughout the whole experience, who I imagine had come in steaming from the local pub. I can't blame the restaurant for this, some people just don't know how to behave in public.

Graham Cunningham

Beautiful tasting menu, at a price that makes it a very occasional treat for special occasions.

Lynda C

What an experience. Absolutely fabulous meal.

Adam Smith

Absolutely incredible food. Tasted tastes and combinations I didn’t even know were possible. I like good food, but was blown away by this menu. Steve was a really nice guy too, you can tell he just loves what he does.

Owly50

This was the first time at this venue, and I am surprised that I had not heard of it before. The location could be better particularly in respect of parking but once there the staff are friendly and welcoming, pleased to help and provide any assistance required. It is certainly a place once discovered I will want to visit again. The food is well cooked and presented (although see below) and the choice of either 5 or 7 courses set menu is something you know before you go and the inclusion of matching wine also something usual at this type of restaurant. Overall, we had a great evening in warm surroundings (not knowing we had put on extra layers due to the cold outside but had to shed most whilst there). Food was tasty and time between courses just right. When I have a tasting menu part of the enjoyment for me is of course the taste but also the visual appeal of each course, presented well and made to look even more appetising and this was the only slight downside I felt, here. It was difficult to see the courses, particularly those in bowls as the light was dim to start with and cast shadows which meant that you could not see what you are eating. As the food was tasty it was not too much of a problem, but it would have been more enjoyable, for me, if I could look before and whilst eating, - but not something I thought worth reducing the experience to 4*. Well worth a visit if you are happy to pay the (deserved) price charged and if you can, enjoy the added selection of matching wines.

Bradley Nurthen

Never fails to impress. Amazing food every time! Never change the bread!

Tammy Rogerson

My boyfriend and I came here last night for dinner. The staff were so friendly and attentive and the food was incredible. Every dish is so carefully thought out - all the different flavours and textures, it was just spectacular. They also gave us a card to say happy anniversary which was a lovely extra touch! Additionally they catered for my nut allergy without any issue (just told them in advance). We had a perfect evening - got the 7 courses (which included the most amazing bread and whipped butter and mince pie muffins to finish) but were absolutely stuffed so would go for the 5 courses next time.Parking: Behind the restaurant and was free - access via chandos road

sjjs7466

Our first fine dining experience, and what a fantastic one it was. A relaxed and friendly atmosphere with well-informed, welcoming staff. The food was incredible. We opted for the 7-course taster menu, but without the wine pairing, and every course was just perfect. Couldn't fault a single aspect of the evening. Wonderful!

NorthStar67396314215

Simply amazing, from start to finish, the food was superb, the wine flight was fantastic and the service brilliant too! Well done Steve and team! Looking forward to our next visit!

Georgia Benét

We received a voucher for Eileen’s as a gift and I was a little hesitant being a Wetherspoons/carvery girl. I’ve never really experienced the smaller portion type meals and have always been deemed a bit of a bland eater. After a bit of convincing we went for our meal last night. What can I say, I’m a changed woman. What a taste sensation! There is not one bit I didn’t enjoy and if it was socially acceptable I probably would’ve licked my plate. Looking at the menu at first I thought ‘how does anyone make a turnip taste good?’ Turns out Steve can. This was honestly one of the best eating experiences I’ve had in years and I look forward to bringing others here to experience an incredible array of dishes. Thank you to the staff at Eileen’s who were also fabulous with their service and for giving us an all round incredible experience. I didn’t take any photos because the food was in mouth before I could even get the camera out!!!

Rose Perry

Had a small intimate wedding reception. Food was amazing, the wine pairing was explained with the food. Lovely experience.

Mel Neale

Loved my experience at eileens the food was

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