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Acanthus Restaurant at Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa, Ascot, Berkshire

Acanthus Restaurant at Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa

3.6
3.6
32 Reviews
£26 to £40
British
Bagshot Rd, Ascot, Berkshire SL5 9JH

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2 people
23:30
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
Welcome to the award-winning Acanthus Restaurant at Berystede Hotel & Spa. With a relaxing approach and stylish design, this is the perfect place to enjoy fabulous food in picture perfect surroundings.
Our expert chefs select only the finest Scottish Beef, British Lamb, Pork and Wild White Fish. Completing the sourcing of organic vegetables wherever possible, ensures we are able to offer the very best culinary experience for our guests.

Browse the à La Carte or Table d'hôte Menu in our elegant restaurant or its outdoor terrace. For casual dining, why not try our Diadem Bar or Oak Lounge. So, whether you fancy a gourmet feast with friends, a romantic meal with a partner or a deliciously decadent English Afternoon Tea, you can be sure of an experience to remember.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 07:00–21:00
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Experience exquisite catering at the Macdonald Berystede Hotel and Spa, Acanthus Restaurant! From elegant afternoon teas and private dining to grand events and in-room dining, we cater to all your needs with style and sophistication. Indulge in modern British cuisine and seasonal delights. Perfect for every occasion!
  • Private party facilities
    Looking for the perfect event venue? Our elegant private dining rooms and spacious banquet hall can host up to 180 guests. Enjoy comprehensive catering packages with customized menus for weddings, conferences, and banquets. Make unforgettable memories with us!
  • Area
    Ascot
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transit
    Ascot Train Station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

What 32 people are saying

Acanthus Restaurant at Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.6
3.6 based on recent ratings
  • 3.7Food
  • 3.6Service
  • 3.5Ambience
  • 3.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Acanthus Restaurant at Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa offers a memorable dining experience with "outstanding" food and attentive service. Guests appreciate the beautifully presented dishes and a "beautifully clean restaurant." While some reviews mention slow service and limited gluten-free options, the staff's friendliness and the quality of meals often impress diners.

32 Reviews
  1. Megan

    Berkshire1 review

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Too many badly behaved children making lots of noise. Waitress was friendly and polite
    Acanthus Restaurant at Macdonald Berystede Hotel & SpaResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Megan, Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you found our waitress friendly. Sorry to hear the noise affected your visit — we’ll take this on board and hope to welcome you back for a more relaxing experience next time. Kind regards, Prem Tamang

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  2. Lorraine

    Buckinghamshire2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 6 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The staff were absolutely superb - could not have been better but not enough of them unfortunately. One starter didn’t come until the mains were out and it took a while for the food but it was delicious!
    Acanthus Restaurant at Macdonald Berystede Hotel & SpaResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Lorraine, Thank you so much for your kind words and honest feedback! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the food and service, and we’ll be sure to pass your special thanks to our wonderful gentleman – he’ll be delighted! 😊

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  3. David

    Surrey12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good good quality all round, nice restaurant some gluten free options but not many, more pricey that similar restaurants.
    Acanthus Restaurant at Macdonald Berystede Hotel & SpaResponded 1 day ago
    Dear David, Thank you for your feedback. We're pleased you enjoyed the quality and restaurant experience. Your comments on gluten-free options and pricing are noted and appreciated. Kind regards, Prem Tamang

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  4. Robert

    Leicestershire5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and the food was very good and very well presented
    Acanthus Restaurant at Macdonald Berystede Hotel & SpaResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Robert, Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the service and that the food met your expectations both in taste and presentation. Kind regards, Prem Tamang

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  5. Franco

    Berkshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went there for my wife's birthday, Friendly staff, great service The food is good
    Acanthus Restaurant at Macdonald Berystede Hotel & SpaResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Franco, Thank you so much for choosing to celebrate your wife’s birthday with us! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the food and received great service from our friendly team. We hope it was a truly special day for you both, and we’d love to welcome you back again soon! Kind regards, Prem Tamang

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  6. Kathryn

    Cheshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was rather dubious about booking a meal, after reading other reviews, but we had nothing to fear! Excellent service, we were asked if we wanted water, still or sparkling, we ordered drinks, arrived within 5 minutes. Ordered starters arrived within 8 minutes, they were really tasty, black pudding Bon Bon’s . The mains arrived slow cooked belly of pork and chicken tikka masala both cooked and presented beautifully, especially the naan ! The staff were attentive without being in your face, I personally do not like being ask if everything is alright why I have a mouthful of food, we did not feel rushed. If we are in the area again we will definitely stay and dine here. Breakfast was also excellent, great choice
    Acanthus Restaurant at Macdonald Berystede Hotel & SpaResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Kathryn, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We're absolutely delighted to hear that we exceeded your expectations and that you enjoyed both the food and the service. We completely understand about not wanting to be interrupted mid-bite, and we're glad our team struck the right balance for you. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to the kitchen and front-of-house teams. We’d love to welcome you back if you're ever in the area again—breakfast, lunch, or dinner, the pleasure will be ours! Kind regards, Prem Tamang

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  7. Racheal

    London2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Wouldn’t go again. Service was not that good. Wasn’t offered any water. Didn’t explain the cakes just overall wasn’t very good. However the scones were very tasty.

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  8. Donna

    Berkshire1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I was extremely disappointed with the afternoon tea and the service today. It was not busy and yet service was very slow and almost non-existent. The sandwiches were dry around the edges and cakes did not seem fresh at all. Staff were inattentive and we waited for long periods for drinks, then the food and then refill of drinks. During our time there not one staff member approached to ask if there was anything else we needed or would like. To the point that the restaurant area was empty and we had to find a staff member to pay the balance of our bill. I definitely would not be recommending the Berystede Hotel for afternoon tea. Very very poor

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  9. Lisa

    Surrey3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Good afternoon tea, some sandwiches lacked much filling and not very exciting, very good scones. Felt quite neglected for most of the time there until later when the Manager asked us if we wanted more drinks. Service needs to be improved and more consistent if they want people to return.

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  10. Sarah

    Berkshire2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Booked table for 815 already had ordered drink from bar Took 20mins to get menu then another 20mins to take order Starters arrived at 920pm then main course at 950pm Sitting in a draft Could not get staff attention no apologies very poor service for the price you pay Several couples arrived after and appeared to get their food first and left before we had even got out main course Food when arrived was lovely Very disappointed if they knew was going to busy should staff to address this Loads of staff about but some seemed to be doing nothing

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2 people
23:30
Booked 9 times today
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Bagshot Rd, Ascot, Berkshire SL5 9JH

Additional information

  • Area
    Ascot
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 07:00–21:00
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transit
    Ascot Train Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine
  • Catering
    Experience exquisite catering at the Macdonald Berystede Hotel and Spa, Acanthus Restaurant! From elegant afternoon teas and private dining to grand events and in-room dining, we cater to all your needs with style and sophistication. Indulge in modern British cuisine and seasonal delights. Perfect for every occasion!
  • Private party facilities
    Looking for the perfect event venue? Our elegant private dining rooms and spacious banquet hall can host up to 180 guests. Enjoy comprehensive catering packages with customized menus for weddings, conferences, and banquets. Make unforgettable memories with us!
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