Bay Tree - South Derbyshire

We eat out every Sunday and had been looking forward to our lunch at the Bay Tree. The venue is lovely and staff seemed friendly however, the waiting time for food is ridiculous. The starters were nice but the beef on the Sunday lunch was really fatty or poor quality and the amount of vegetables for two people was really poor. We are generally quite laid back and have no issues with waiting times or paying higher prices if the food is enjoyable but we left feeling very disappointed, especially considering the amount we paid.

We had to wait 55 minutes to be served at a table we had pre-booked. We were about to walk out! Never have I recieved such poor service. The food was average! The tip included to remove your option of an opinion

So disappointed. I specifically asked if the calves liver would be pink, as it should be, and was certainty told yes. First taste I could tell over cooked with a harsh liver flavour and not as tender as expected. I was offered a replacement but due to its unevenness part was raw and the bordelaise sauce didnt have the same richness. No creme fraiche added. The vegetables were over cooked. The cheese board was very nice. What upset me most there wasn't an apology from who I assume was the owner. It was always a fine dining experience unfortunately not now. I wont be returning.

Visited many times for the Champagne the Breakfast and always tremendous experience so we decided to try Sunday Lunch. We usually do not mind waiting for good food but an hour plus per course seems a bit slow. Appetizers were generally acceptable soups were however heavily missing on seasoning. Main courses Roast Beef was adequate nothing special, vegetable accompaniments seemed small for the size of our group. Pie of the day can only be described as truly disgusting. Would say only one of the main courses was enjoyed. Desserts were simple enough that no body could get them wrong. Love the people at this restaurant but have to say something went badly wrong on this occasion.

Lovely food. Always helpful. The head waiter is delightful. Have taken 30 friends twice for champagne breakfast. Been going here since it opened many years ago!. Always good food, thank you Susie, Rex and Pascal.