Bank House Hathersage — Restaurant in Derbyshire Dales

We came to The Bank House on Wednesday evening for a birthday celebration in a group of 6. Good parts, service was friendly, welcoming and the food was nice. After a while orders were taken.

Me and my partner ordered the house share platter, another couple ordered two steaks and another a beef burger which were all nice. 40 pound each for the share platters which would have been quite high if not for the 50% midweek offer.

The final order was a Greek share platter which the last person had. This was disappointing to say the least, small wrap of halloumi, oily houmous and generally a poor selection compared to the other share platters. Nothing special about the flavour either, tasted shop bought. Price was again high for this, not even worth the half price value speaking frankly and not enough for a sharing platter. Again this took a little while to arrive.

Being a celebration we ordered desserts. These took a good 40 - 50 minutes to arrive and again were a mixed bag. 5 of our table ordered the cookie desserts, I believe 10 pounds each. A cookie heated up with a scoop of ice cream, not alot for 10 pounds. But the metaphical icing on the cake was my Eton Mess. 11 pounds for a single scoop of ice cream, shop bought meringne (crumbled and not even half a nest!)and a bland moose. Have attached a picture above for reference and safe to say I was disappointed especially after our near hour wait.

Atmosphere would have been good but we were sat in front of a very loud 10 person party. To the point where we couldn't hear ourselves think. Again this would have been acceptable if the rest of the floor was busy, but the other end had a large empty table. We had all been pushed to the same place.

So following this experience we won't be having another meal of this type here. Imagine it's good place for drinks and snacks but not for 2 course meals. With so meny other options in Hathersage it's not a place we will be coming to again...

An Exquisite Dining Experience at Bank House

Having heard rave reviews about Bank House, my partner and I decided to give this fine dining establishment a try, and we were certainly not disappointed. From the moment we stepped in, we were instantly captivated by the elegant and sophisticated ambiance, setting the stage for what would be an unforgettable evening.

The menu at Bank House boasts a diverse array of expertly crafted dishes, each one more delectable than the last. Our taste buds were treated to an extraordinary culinary journey, with every course skillfully prepared to perfection. The presentation was equally impressive, showcasing the chefs' exceptional attention to detail.

Complementing the exquisite food was the extensive selection of drinks. With an impressive range of wines, spirits, and cocktails, Bank House is a haven for those who appreciate a well-rounded dining experience. Our knowledgeable waitress, Erin, was on hand to provide excellent recommendations for pairings. Her suggestions elevated our meal to new heights, harmoniously blending the flavors of our chosen dishes with the accompanying beverages.

Speaking of Erin, she truly made our visit to Bank House exceptional. Her warm demeanor and attentive service ensured that our every need was catered to, making us feel like valued guests. It is rare to encounter such remarkable hospitality and professionalism, and we cannot commend Erin enough for her efforts.

Bank House exceeded all our expectations and proved to be a truly memorable fine dining experience. The combination of brilliantly crafted food, an extensive selection of drinks, and the outstanding service provided by Erin and the rest of the staff guarantees that we will be returning to this gem in the near future.

If you're in search of a dining experience that truly stands out, do not hesitate to visit Bank House. You won't be...

My boyfriend and I booked the Bank House on a Friday night. We sat upstairs where it was quite cosy and chilled. Probably, it's the only positive thing I can say about the place. We ordered a small plate each and a main to follow. To pair with the food we asked about a bottle of red. A few minutes later we were told that they didn't have that particular bottle which was fair enough so we ordered another bottle. The waitress was looking for it for 15 minutes, eventually, she grabbed the bottle that was literally behind her on the wine shelf and tried to open it. When we asked to see the label, the wine had absolutely nothing to do with what we ordered. Probably they didn't have the second one as well so the waitress just came around with a random bottle. Obviously, we skipped on that as we were waiting for a while and eventually didn't get what we were asking for. But the highlight of the evening was the main course. I ordered monkfish, my boyfriend - steak. I can't complain about my main as I ate it all, the only one thing I can say afterwards - peculiar and weird. Doesn't taste fish at all, and the mash doesn't combine with other ingredients. My boyfriend’s request on the steak’s stage of cooking was med-rare. Never happened. It was close to well done so he sent it back. 10 minutes later when I was sat with an empty plate he had his RARE steak so he didn't have that one either. When we asked about the bill, the manager brought it over and talked to us about our experience. Obviously, we didn't pay for a steak because my boyfriend had none of them. We also were given a £10 voucher each for the next visit that we are never going to use as it was too much of a disappointment. If you looking forward to a meal out, book somewhere else as going to Bank House can ruin...