A classic staple of the British culinary menu is Sunday dinner, so we’ve pulled together the best places to get it in Darlington.
Venues on this list offer a wide range of prices for the classic British dish, along with a range of different options.
Here’s the top 7 places in Darlington to have Sunday Dinner according to TripAdvisor
- The Copper Beech, Neasham Road, Darlington
The Copper Beech can offer customers a classic Sunday dinner for a fair price, while also offering a great service.
The venue has received four-and-a-half stars out of five for food, service and value.
It’s also managed to pick itself up a TripAdvisor 2021 Travellers’ Choice Award.
The venue has scored 257 five-star reviews and 65 four-star reviews out of 380 altogether.
One person said: “Just been for Sunday lunch we got 2 beef dinners extra gravy and pigs in blankets portions are excellent really tasty food aswell my partner had a coffee and a gin and tonic I had a pint of coke as I was driving excellent service and worth the £31.50 I paid.
“This is the 3rd time I have been for a meal absolutely fantastic food and made to feel welcome. Keep up the good work highly recommended make sure you book a table as people were getting turned away due to no spare tables.”
2. Burtree Inn, Darlington
For the second place, The Burtree Inn in Darlington is rated four stars out of five from 514 reviews, putting it in a favourable place.
Boasting vegetarian options, vegan choices and a range of cuisine, it's the Sunday roast that stands out for many people on the reviews.
One person said: "Very pleased with the menu at Burtree. I chose Nut roast. Surprised by the size of the meal. Served with roast potatoes, mashed potato, mashed swede, cabbage, carrots and a Yorkshire pudding. Also served with vegan gravy. Too much on the plate for my appetite but I definitely enjoyed it and would recommend. All food was served hot and tasty. Excellent meal."
3. The Clubhouse Kitchen & Bar, Hurworth-on-Tees
The Clubhouse Kitchen and Bar is open all day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. it is the perfect venue for tucking into popular and wholesome British classic roast whilst drinking in the stunning views across Rockliffe Hall's 18 hole Championship golf course.
Dishes are homely and comforting, with a touch of ‘Rockliffe flair’.
One person said: "Visited this fantastic place for the first time yesterday for Sunday lunch. What a setting the food was very nice 2 of us had the parfait to start 1 had prawn cocktail all of decent size.
"We then all the the lamb the vegetable's were lovely we had no room for desert so had cappuccino's instead.
"Our only complaint was that the plates were cold so by the end of the meal the food was cold we did point this out to the waitress and they deducted the service charge from the bill we all agreed this would not stop us from returning"
4. The Otter and Fish, Hurworth-on-Tees
Overlooking the river tees in the picturesque village of Hurworth close to the north Yorkshire border.
Fully refurbished inside & out to the highest standard, creating an ambiance second to none, in what has to be the best interior in the area.
Family owned & run since 2006, they pride ourselves on our food & service.
Their menus and service create a warm & welcoming atmosphere with the emphasis on food & service, ensuring a great experience.
5. The Old Farmhouse, Darlington
The Old Farmhouse in Darlington is a country pub & restaurant oozing rural charm and rustic character.
The picturesque surroundings provide the perfect backdrop for savouring the hearty, seasonal pub-food on our menu, and the carefully nurtured cask ales and fine wines gracing the bar.
One person said: "Had a really lovely afternoon/early evening here. Staff are extremely professional and diligent.
"The food is excellent, hot and tasty. Second time here - the Sunday lunch was served without any stuffing.
"We explained to Richard (Mead) and without any fuss and straight away Richard appeared with a small plate of stuffing.
"The Sunday Lunch and Steak was excellent- Well done the Chef!! Excellent service, responsive and we were felt “that people within this establishment cared”!!
"Well done Richard and the rest of the Staff that looked after us. We will be back again…. With the Dog!!"
6. The Foresters Arms, Darlington
The Foresters Arms went under extensive refurbishment in September 2015 and changed under new experienced management team.
The mission of the pub was to bring back a community facility and high quality cuisine. The Foresters Arms is set in the rural outskirts of Darlington Town Centre in a countryside environment.
The Pub boasts generous outside space,with a alfresco courtyard, small children's play area and parking available for 30 vehicles.
The interior is warming and comforting with open fire perfect for relaxed evenings and gatherings.
At the Foresters the restaurant is open Tuesday to Saturday offering high quality British cuisine, Sunday opening is offering the full Sunday lunch experience.
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