Rayleigh Lodge, Rayleigh Reviews

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Average Ratings for Rayleigh Lodge, Rayleigh

  • Quality of service2.6 stars
  • Quality of food2.7 stars
  • Value for Money2.7 stars
  • Reviewer Ratings2.4 stars
  • Overall Rating2.7 stars

 

9 Reviews For Rayleigh Lodge, Rayleigh

  • Alan1916 30th Oct 2009

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    Having not been for some time we decided to go for a carvery. The beef was running in blood and had only been shown to the oven. Some of the vegetables could only be described as stodge and appeared to be bubble and squeak all mashed together. The service left a lot to be desired and when we paid and left we were not asked if we had enjoyed our meal or not. It felt as though the establishment did not want to have a restaurant. Very poor and if I could give less than one star I would. The Pinot Grigio Blush was nice but no ice bucket to keep cold.

  • Guest 14th Sep 2009

    Reviewer rating: 3 stars


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    Good food (Carvery) however, on this occasion they would not allow our celebration party to consume a cake brought to the premises for "Health and Safety" reasons" even though I had previously mentioned this on booking. My parents 65th Anniversary was almost ruined but for a helpful waitress who organised for us to consume the cake with our coffee in the lobby area. This is the first time I have ever come up against such a ruling. Very petty. Would not eat at Rayleigh Lodge again out of principa ...

  • Guest 26th May 2009

    Reviewer rating: 1.5 stars


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    me and my family visted the lodge a few days ago (thurday night) and i have to say i was very impressed by the food..all the family had a carvery.but i was rather dissapointed by the service...the women was rather overwhelming and rather intimidating...i have to say it was busy and she was trying but the lack of staff was rather noticable...we had long waits for drinks and desserts..overall the food was good enough for us to come back..i just hope there is more staff on..to accommiddate everyon ...

  • Guest 24th Jan 2009

    Reviewer rating: 2.5 stars


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    Staff at the Rayleigh Lodge are friendly and polite. Starters and desserts good. Non -carvery main courses good but Carvery meal disappointing. Beef overcooked. Turkey seemed a bit undercooked- red near centre. Roast potatoes leathery. New potatoes hard and flavourless. Sprouts undercooked, Roast parsnips overcooked.

    The carvery meal has been better on previous occasions but friends we took with us as new customers were not impressed.

  • JAcqlO 19th Aug 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    We stumbled upon Rayleigh Lodge by accident (we live a few miles down the road but had never seen adverts for it!). The menu suits our whole family (age 1 - 39) and the staff are great with kids. There is a kids menu and theyalso get a colouring sheet and crayons. We've only ever had the carvery and have always enjoyed it. Sometimes you need to ask the chef to restock some of the veggies but that just means you get it fresher! The mash potato is gorgeous (almost like Northern Irish champ without ...

  • MoonMonkeyUK 21st Jul 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    Lived in Rayleigh for several years, but had never known about Rayleigh Lodge, as it is tucked away in a residential area of Rayleigh. I wish I had know about it earlier!
    We usually go for a carvery meal at the Toby Carvery in Rettendon, and are usually frustrated at how busy and stressful it is.....so our expericence at the Lodge was a pleasant change.
    Had read some negative reviews on this site before going there, but our experiences were all postive.
    The building has historical interest and ...

  • chriseast 7th May 2008

    Reviewer rating: 0 stars


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    This was intended to be a nostalgic return to the Lodge after an absence of 30+ years. In fact, it turned out to be our worst ever dining experience.
    The main dining area is located downstairs in what resembled a cellar. Although we arrived in the very early evening, the carvery already looked exhausted and empty.
    First, forget the cocktails, as a request for a pina colada was met by serving a shot of Malibu and a small bottle of pineapple juice.
    The a la carte menu was somewhat basic, and sever ...

  • Guest 4th Jan 2008

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    There was no vegetarian option with the carvery - I was told that I could eat as much of the vegetables as I wanted. The vegetables on the carvery looked tired.
    The toast that came with one of the starters was burnt.
    Overall an unpleasant experience. We will never go there again.

  • TrevStanb Rank: Lance Corporal 23rd Dec 2007

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    I have been a frequent visitor to The Rayleigh Lodge for well over ten years. You can have a totally relaxed meal in quiet and comfortable surroundings that have just been modernised to an excellent standard, whilst maintaining it's unique fixtures and fittings. The exterior gardens are always well maintained throughout the year, and there is ample parking in the grounds too.

    Each visit makes you feel you have been well treated, with very pleasant staff always available to provide you with a ...