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The Keys - Darlington
The Keys - Darlington Reviews

The Keys - Darlington

International, British, European, Drinks

Dishes priced around£10

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Reviews of The Keys - Darlington (93)

Read what people think about The Keys - Darlington. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about The Keys - Darlington before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about The Keys - Darlington and book a table with confidence!

5.3/6

93 reviews

5.3/6

93 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Pleasant
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"Excellent"
6/6
Penny B.5 years ago · 1 review

I came yesterday for lunch with a friend and our children. We received some Lovely food and waiting staff gave great service and were very friendly.

"Excellent"
6/6
Suzy V.5 years ago · 4 reviews

Excellent menu choices and although table reserved no problem with changing to another table. Staff very helpful and friendly. Quick service and no delays when paying

"Excellent"
6/6
Elaine D.5 years ago · 1 review

Been to the Keys for Sunday lunch a few times, never disappoints. Good choice of food and always very tasty. Never had a bad meal. Staff always very friendly.

"Excellent"
6/6
Eunice B.5 years ago · 1 review

Had a lovely Sunday lunch the choice was good as was the service would definitely recommend to anyone and was good value for the price.

"Excellent"
6/6
Charlotte B.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Very nice afternoon tea. Lots to eat and sandwiches freshly made. Scones were warm which was lovely. We had to take some cakes home with us as we were stuffed

"Excellent"
6/6
Suzy V.5 years ago · 4 reviews

We had fish and chips and they were cooked very well and very tasty. I took a friend who hadn't been there before and she was impressed and intends to go with her family.

"Excellent"
6/6
Suzy V.5 years ago · 4 reviews

Excellent food and very good service from staff. I would definitely go back. The trio of meats was very good and tender. The yorkshire puddings were some of the best we have had.

"Average"
3/6
Naomi W.5 years ago · 1 review

Service okay but a little slow with drinks orders. We had afternoon tea. Sandwiches were dry and tasteless. Only had fruit scone which was actually nice, left the cheese. Cake selection was poor, best bit was the chocolate covered strawberry. I don’t think i’ll be coming back. Very disappinting birthday gift for my Mum.

"Excellent"
6/6
Elaine H.5 years ago · 1 review

We had a lovely time, and the staff were most helpful. It was nice and the food was too much. Though a box was given to us to take home what was left. I recommend this place for a family to eat.

"Excellent"
6/6
Julie C.5 years ago · 1 review

Our afternoon tea at The Keys, Darlington, was fabulous. A lovely treat which included mini sandwiches, two types of scone with home made trimmings and a selection of cakes. This came with a pot of tea for us and we treated ourselves to an espresso Martini cocktail after! Lovely venue and efficient staff, would definitely recommend.

"Excellent"
6/6
Alan W.5 years ago · 1 review

Enjoyed Sunday lunch. Good choice from varied menu. Great value and excellent friendly service. Would recommend we will be back again soon. Best to book a table in advance.

"Very good"
5/6
Barry R.5 years ago · 4 reviews

The atmosphere was just right The service was quick the staff were very polite and helpful.the menus was priced right with a decent choice of food for everyone.I would recommend this restaurant bar to my friends and family.

"Excellent"
6/6
Robert B.5 years ago · 1 review

The Keys never fails to please. Sunday lunch of delicious roast beef followed by a warm gooey chocolate brownie all for a very reasonable price. Lovely staff, excellent service and a friendly welcoming atmosphere - what's not to like!!

"Excellent"
6/6
Pamela D.5 years ago · 1 review

We had afternoon tea and it was delicious.The Keys was very clean,had our table set and ready and was very yummy 😋 definitely would recommend

"Very good"
5/6
Steve B.6 years ago · 1 review

Very tasty, excellent value for money, will definitely be back!

"Average"
3/6
Tracy B.6 years ago · 1 review

Booked for dinner. Our party included a child. I phoned to check what time children were allowed in until to be told anytime but the music will go up so might be too noisy for them and the person answering the phone went to check with someone else. We were running late as were travelling over 200 miles for a wedding next day and got turned away as child not allowed in. Feel it is poorly advertised as a restaurant when it is a bar that does food. Only a couple of the staff who were on that night and were very nice saved this from being a lower score. If they had told us correct information when I phoned to check it was suitable for children we would have booked elsewhere and not wasted anyone’s time.

"Excellent"
6/6
Janine S.6 years ago · 1 review

Fabulous afternoon tea and Daisy was so helpful and welcoming :), we enjoyed afternoon tea and the lovely ambiance of the restaurant. Will be returning again.

"Excellent"
6/6
Elaine H.6 years ago · 1 review

My daughter and I had afternoon tea we had a lovely time the food was great value for money and the staff were very friendly will certainly go again.

"Very good"
5/6
Alan B.6 years ago · 2 reviews

This is a very pleasant venue, easily accessible in the centre of town. The menu is varied and the food quality is good. The staff are always friendly.

"Very good"
5/6
Madison C.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Great service and food will return again no doubt! My grandma loved the afternoon tea and even got to take the leftover scones home with us!

"Very good"
5/6
Madison C.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Good food and service will return again, only downfall was the air conditioning was so cold!

"Awful"
1/6
Bev P.6 years ago · 1 review

My friend had ended up with food poisoning after eating the lasagne She was the only one in our party who chose the lasagne and is still ill now

"Excellent"
6/6
Stella B.6 years ago · 1 review

Excellent - good quality food, service & value for money.Will definitely return. We also had 2 for1 cocktails which were delicious - English Garden gin based.

"Excellent"
6/6
Christine R.6 years ago · 1 review

Clean and inviting restaurant, pleasant and helpful staff. The food as always was tasty and presented well. Varied selection on the menu for all tastes.

"Very good"
5/6
Caroline G.6 years ago · 1 review

Service was great really nice lady served us but bit disappointed with kids afternoon tea poor sandwhich choice and my bread was dry on my fishfinger sandwhich other than that we enjoyed it.

"Excellent"
6/6
Jackie M.6 years ago · 1 review

Friendly staff and great food. They source the best local food and it is cooked fresh to order. Not like so many Restaraunt that use frozen prepared meals. Would also highly recommend afternoon tea.

"Good"
4/6
Chris H.6 years ago · 1 review

The food was fabulous and excellent value for money but Saturday evening is NOT a time to go for a meal there. Early evening or lunchtime would be lovely, but it was very busy with people starting to go out drinking. Would definitely go again, but at a different time.

"Very good"
5/6
Cara N.6 years ago · 1 review

Booked last min but still got a table with a child’s high chair. The Sunday lunch was very nice and the service was very good. Will book again.

"Excellent"
6/6
Sarah L.6 years ago · 1 review

Lovely Sunday lunch , lots of fresh veg & home made roasties& yorkshires served up piping hot. Staff are helpful & friendly . Surroundings very pleasant. Very good

"Excellent"
6/6
Gill P.6 years ago · 1 review

Excellent as always. Food was very good and service excellent. Visited with friends for their first time , they were very impressed and said would visit again

"Very good"
5/6
Brenda V.6 years ago · 1 review

Great service and food, my husband is disabled so we find the Keys very disable friendly, just a bit noisy on the night when 2 different hen parties decided to have a bit of a sing off??

"Excellent"
6/6
Barry R.6 years ago · 4 reviews

Its a place not to be missed excellent staff great choice of food a good atmosphere and reasonable prices I would recommend this to all my friends and family.

"Excellent"
6/6
Alan B.6 years ago · 3 reviews

great sunday lunch and great service as always, keep it up best food in darlington in my view.we will be back in the very near future

"Very good"
5/6
Marie N.6 years ago · 1 review

Always lovely customer service. Lovely food. We have been eating here every fortnight for a few years now. Most staff know our orders before we even get in the building. 🙂

"Excellent"
6/6
Gillian D.6 years ago · 1 review

Had a lovely Sunday lunch yesterday, the service was friendly and efficient, the staff were very helpful and the food was delicious Would. Recommend.to anyone.

"Excellent"
6/6
Paul B.6 years ago · 1 review

Excellent service would be using again with friends and family ............................................ ....... ..... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. :)

"Awful"
1/6
Gerry H.6 years ago · 1 review

Unfortunately we did not eat or spend any time at The Keys due to a power Failure resulting in no kitchen hot food. Maybe we will try again another time, the restaurant looked very nice and the staff were very apologetic and offered afternoon tea as an alternative to lunch.

"Awful"
1/6
Karen D.6 years ago · 1 review

Whilst the food was fabulous it took a long time to arrive. My colleague paid with her card which did not seem to be working turned out they took payment three times.

"Excellent"
6/6
jenna m.6 years ago · 1 review

Took my mum for afternoon tea as a mothers day gift: Lovely food, resturant was very clean and service was excellent, the staff really look after you.

"Excellent"
6/6
Alan B.6 years ago · 2 reviews

The food, the staff and the ambience at the Keys Darlington make this a most enjoyable place to visit. We have been several times and have never been disappointed.