The Details: The Botanist on Eastgate Street is part of the national bar and restaurant chain, with a botanical theme running through the decor and the cocktail menu. The drinks list is long and the food covers reliable crowd-pleasers in a large, well-designed space. It gets very busy on weekend evenings and suits a group that wants good cocktails and atmosphere.
“Great place for food and drink. Staff are warm and inviting. Food fabulous and drinks (cocktails) in abundance. Had a Hugo Spritz with the chicken kebab, followed by sticky toffee pudding. Husband had the salt and pepper calamari and the chicken schnitzel. All delicious. Nice a…”
“came in today for a quiet date night. we were served by molly who was fantastic, really attentive and kind to us. the food came really quickly and tasted great-very fresh flavours. it’s our first time coming but definitely won’t be our last! also their terrace is gorgeous. thank…”
“Absolutely lovely venue, the barman was really friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our food and would definitely return. The only thing that let it down was the chef smoking on the terrace right by the door to the restaurant at the end of service and smoke blowing into the restauran…”
“Visited here for our Christmas work event and wow it did not disappoint. Our waitress Lauren was amazing, service with a smile and really engaged with our group. The food was amazing having a variety of Christmas kebabs to steak, our orders were delivered quickly along with clear…”
“Amazing food! We had a big table for a birthday celebration and all the food looked amazing. There was a good range of veggie and vegan options, plus we had some gluten free eaters who were all catered for. The service was also really good and will definitely be going back”