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Haddington
Town Centre
The Waterside Bistro
The Waterside Bistro Reviews

The Waterside Bistro

British, Seafood, European, Eat & Drink

Dishes priced around£14

Reviews of The Waterside Bistro (870)

Read what people think about The Waterside Bistro! All reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners.

5.4/6

870 reviews

5.4/6

870 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Very pleasant
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"Excellent"
6/6
Elaine M.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Lovely restaurant with very varied menu and good service. Outside seating watching the swans in the river is beautiful

"Excellent"
6/6
Shery J.2 years ago · 1 review

delicious food, great service & lovely atmosphere. My first time & will definitely be back.

"Good"
4/6
Julie P.2 years ago · 1 review

We were celebrating a 60th birthday with a small group including 2 x under-5s. The waiting staff could not have been kinder and the food and service was very good.

"Excellent"
6/6
Buzz H.2 years ago · 1 review

Great atmosphere fantastic food and we got the same seat we sat in 21 years ago🤣Seabass super fresh, cullin Skink amazingly rich in a good way. Staff are very attentive and make sure you have everything you need. Would recommend without reservation

"Very good"
5/6
Robin W.2 years ago · 1 review

Despite having booked a table we had to wait in a very busy area with standing room only. We were not made to feel welcome. When we were eventually shown to a table, it was in an almost empty room with one other table of diners. There was no atmosphere. Having said that, the food was delicious.

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"Very good"
5/6
Quandoo Diner2 years ago · 2 reviews

Always a lovely place to go for dinner or just drinks

"Excellent"
6/6
Donna C.2 years ago · 1 review

Excellent service and lovely atmosphere we love it here. So good with the kids too

"Very good"
5/6
John P.2 years ago · 1 review

Friendly attentive staff, good venue and ambience, excellent food and drink selections.

"Excellent"
6/6
John B.2 years ago · 1 review

Wonderful service, fantastic food and great value for money. Loved it!

"Excellent"
6/6
Janet L.2 years ago · 1 review

Great food, fish was so fresh and the chips were amazing. Local beer was excellent. Location is beautiful. There was an event parallel to ours, so we had to wait a bit, but when the service came, it was very friendly, attentive and competent. Thank you for a wonderful evening!

"Very good"
5/6
Terry H.2 years ago · 1 review

Food was really well presented and everyone in our group really enjoyed their meals. Nice to also have a specials board in addition to the main menu. Service was excellent.

"Excellent"
6/6
William P.2 years ago · 1 review

Friendly and welcoming staff in the venue which has an intimate but family atmosphere. Service is first class and meals are beautifully presented and taste sensational.

"Very good"
5/6
Jim M.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Great food, great beer and great service. Located near the town centre next to the river. Have been many times and will be back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Denise C.2 years ago · 22 reviews

Thoroughly enjoyed our visit to The Waterside Bistro. Owners are always very welcoming and accommodating. Enjoyed cream of cauliflower soup and the Beef ragu pappardelle.

"Excellent"
6/6
Susan P.2 years ago · 1 review

Had a nice table indoors. The atmosphere, food, and service were great.

"Average"
3/6
Dougie R.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Three main courses not hot and one having to be sent back. Service slow especially when young kids were present. Staff friendly and polite.

"Excellent"
6/6
Keith H.2 years ago · 1 review

Amazing- good food, great service, perfect surroundings, can't think of a better way than to spend a Sunday at The Waterside Inn

"Very good"
5/6
Christine H.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Absolutely super. Enjoyed every mouthful. Good food good service. Great.

"Very good"
5/6
David B.2 years ago · 1 review

Great food, great service, actually found the portion sizes a little large so left food on the plate, a great waste of well cooked food. Nice that they serve Guiness zero for drivers

"Average"
3/6
Patricia M.2 years ago · 1 review

We could not fault the food it was lovely but sadly at 5.30 pm our experience was spoiled by a loud 3 person table not eating only drinking !! Sad especially at that early hour when there is no consideration given to others

"Excellent"
6/6
Betsy f.2 years ago · 1 review

An amazing evening celebrating our friends forthcoming wedding. Service, food and drink were excellent, as always. Xx

"Very good"
5/6
Narelle R.2 years ago · 1 review

We found it quaint, beautiful, authentic, picturesque and the most amazing food, drinks and service

"Average"
3/6
Ian and Gill T.2 years ago · 1 review

Burger overdone lacked presentation Roast dinner except for gravy very unusual flavour

"Very good"
5/6
Audrey G.2 years ago · 1 review

Enjoyed a delicious meal here, in lovely old building, service very good.

"Excellent"
6/6
Jeremy R.2 years ago · 7 reviews

Outstanding location, excellent service, terrific food. What's not to like

"Excellent"
6/6
Joe D.2 years ago · 1 review

The staff were very attentive , without being intrusive. We were made to feel very welcome. ( thanks James!)The food was excellent and although we ( 3of us) have dined in many restaurants here and abroad , we would give it 10 /10. Thanks, Joe Docherty

"Good"
4/6
David M.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Lovely sunny day sitting by river having lunch very pleasant and enjoyable.

"Average"
3/6
Terry R.2 years ago · 1 review

Pub was very busy, Friday evening and it was raining so no seating outside, which was all very unfortunate. But the venison was very overcooked which has not been the case in the past.

"Very good"
5/6
Quandoo Diner2 years ago · 1 review

Great lunch but for oldies maybe too much food , deserts were huge . But overall a lovely lunch with great service.

"Excellent"
6/6
Carole F.2 years ago · 2 reviews

First time we’ve visited for several years but we’ll soon be back! Great staff, great food, great evening, the whole family loved it!

"Excellent"
6/6
DRAKE M.2 years ago · 2 reviews

We had the most amazing meal and dining experience! Thank you James and team! Looking forward to our next visit!

"Very good"
5/6
Mike B.2 years ago · 1 review

Really good service and food quality was very good, portion sizes very generous

"Excellent"
6/6
Phil O.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Staff were very friendly and attentive and the food was great

"Very good"
5/6
Will J.2 years ago · 1 review

It was a beautiful meal to celebrate a wonderful anniversary.

"Very good"
5/6
Duncan H.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Good food with big portions sizes. Good choices of both food and drink. Our table was a bit shoogly. Excellent service.

"Excellent"
6/6
Craig D.2 years ago · 1 review

Loved it. Amazing food and amazing atmosphere. Will definitely be back soon!

"Excellent"
6/6
Daniel M.2 years ago · 1 review

Really, really good. Great service, very good food. Lovely setting. 100% recommend

"Excellent"
6/6
Denise C.2 years ago · 22 reviews

I enjoyed the smoked tofu and soba noodles in teriyaki sauce which was very nice. Other party members enjoyed the sea trout and the pork tenderloin in red wine jus.

"Excellent"
6/6
Lisa M.2 years ago · 4 reviews

Food was delicious, service was prompt and staff were extremely welcoming and polite. Lovely restaurant, would highly recommend.

"Excellent"
6/6
Ann D.2 years ago · 1 review

The service was great and food was great but what took shine of it was been over charge for 3 meal we did have so make sure you check your bill when you get problem my husband card did not work on the card machine so I had used my card that was very disappointing

"Excellent"
6/6
Laura T.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Delicious food, as always. Great atmosphere, attentive staff, lovely wine.

"Very good"
5/6
Andrew B.2 years ago · 1 review

Fab client greeting from.the boss, table ready 15 mins b4 time and in favourable position at window overlooking the bridge and river. Professional and courteous and explained the menu and specials. No rush service with a smile and food was fresh tasty and above average. Presentation great and drinks refilled with nompressure to serve the client. Always loved this venue and staff so good. Recommended without hesitation.

"Very good"
5/6
David W.2 years ago · 3 reviews

Excellent meal, served promptly and great value for money. Very well managed business.

"Excellent"
6/6
Joanne A.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Another fantastic meal at the consistently high quality Waterside. I had the venison from the daily specials menu which came with fondant potatoes and wild mushroom jus and it was delicious. Excellent and friendly service as always and nice to be able to sit outside for post dinner drinks overlooking the river. Highly recommend.

"Good"
4/6
Tina K.2 years ago · 1 review

The filo pastry haloumi and feta parcel would taste better baked than fried, just an observation.

"Very good"
5/6
Stephen W.2 years ago · 1 review

Lovely meal, great service, very pleasant surroundings. Kinda nailed it!

"Very good"
5/6
Anthony C.2 years ago · 1 review

Very warm welcome, everything was great. Would go back. 👍

"Excellent"
6/6
Quandoo Diner2 years ago · 1 review

Staff were lovely. Service was swift and food was great.

"Excellent"
6/6
Alison C.2 years ago · 1 review

Food excellent with decent sized portions & staff were very friendly and helpful. Good value for money.

"Very good"
5/6
Jean C.2 years ago · 1 review

Lovely spot, right on the river. As it was a beautiful summer evening we had drinks outside, and then dinner outside. Food was fresh, very well prepared and a good choice. My only disappointment was that all the specials were finished by 7:45, however the regular menu was good, and everything we ordered was well prepared. Excellent service from all the staff —a real pleasure to dine there.

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