1861, Cross Ash, Abergavenny Reviews

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Average Ratings for 1861, Cross Ash, Abergavenny

  • Quality of service4 stars
  • Quality of food3.5 stars
  • Value for Money3.5 stars
  • Overall rating3.6 stars

10 Reviews For 1861, Cross Ash, Abergavenny

  • lovefood73 8th Oct 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I recently attended a wine dinner at 1861, and it was amazing!!!
    I have always thought that this restaurant offered fantastic food, but this just blew me away, each fabulous course was matched with a wine, and the combination was enjoyed by all 8 of us. The fish course was outstanding with each flavour just singing on the plate and the beef wellington was different to anything I've ever had, and totally the best. I am taking friends back as soon as possible.

  • Guest 29th Sep 2009

    Reviewer rating: 2 stars


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    With noble ambitions of tasty, seasonal and local ingredients and a chef trained by the Roux brothers I expected a real treat from 1861.

    What I got was overpriced, underseasoned and bland food.

    Before the starter came a tomato (and garlic?) jelly. This was without question one of the most abhorent flavour/texture combinations I have ever had the misfortune of placing into my poor gob. I presume it was there to stimulate the palate.
    On to the pork and guinea fowl terrine. This had the consiste ...

  • Guest 12th Jan 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    Not many people are going to the 1861 at the moment. I think in this area we are spoilt for choice with the Walnut Tree and the Harwick just up the road. However, this young couple deserve to succeed - their restarant is serving high quality cuisine in a convivial atmosphere. Fantastic food. Flavours balanced. Seasonal ingreients, Great ambiance and service.

  • Kamran K 4th Jul 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    I have dined in many restaurant locally (the walnut tree, hardwick, the bell, etc) for many years and have been to 1861 on a few occasions during the past few months simply because each time I dined there, it was better than the last time..... I am glad to see individually priced menu rather than the fixed price menu..... I love the bread loaf...!!! 1861 has come a long way since it opened. Everything has improved and is heading in the right direction. This can only happen with hard work and pa ...

  • julesferry 30th Jun 2008

    Reviewer rating: 0 stars


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    I have never written any sort of review before, but just had to in this instance as it was such a disappointing dining experience.

    The restaurant is set in a beautiful location and almost worth a visit purely for that, but don't go there for the food.

    My only regret is that I didn't complain while there, these are nice people who unfortunately have it very wrong.

  • Guest 2nd May 2008

    Reviewer rating: 3.5 stars


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    Having visited 1861 on 3 occasions, I feel that a dish of vegetables with the main course would satisfy the more healthy appetite.
    We are in the country and men do have a good healthy appetite.

  • Fluffsie 21st Mar 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    Would highly recommend the restaurant to anyone.

  • Guest 19th Mar 2008

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    I really look to support local restaurants wherever possible. Unfortunately in this case I just felt like the restaurant was overcharging with the price, quality and experience all being way below acceptable. I don't recommend going here - go to the Hardwick or the Walnut Tree.

  • Carol Lucking 14th Mar 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    We had a superb dinner at 1861. Nice, the 2 loaves of delicious bread left on the table for us, and not removed until Main course finished. Very good value, and all 3 Courses were beautifully presented

  • JordanS1 Rank: Lance Corporal 24th Oct 2007

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    The food at Restaurant 1861 in Cross Ash, Abergavenny is well presented, tasty and great value. Friendly and helpful service too.

    Overall, a very enjoyable experience.