Finch's Arms Restaurant in Hambleton, Oakham
Set on the magnificent Hambleton peninsular, the Finch’s Arms is an atmospheric 17th century public house with beautiful exposed beams, cask ales and comforting and homely roaring log fires. A beautiful and mood-lit restaurant to the rear looks over Rutland Water and in the summer season a fantastic terrace allows for peaceful open air enjoyment of the top-class modern British cuisine.
A talented and reputable chef in Mark Gough ensures cuisine of the highest order with imaginative dishes created from local ingredients. With his enviable track record and experience as head chef at Hart’s restaurant in Nottingham, Mark is sure to surprise and delight diners. A friendly and warm welcome is given to all and makes the venue suitable for families, muddy ramblers returning from a hike in the beautiful countryside and couples looking for a romantic meal off the beaten track.
Named Dining Pub of the Year 2002, Michelin Listed and with a whole host of local awards, diners looking for a special occasion will not be disappointed. Signature dishes include a Smoked Salmon Tian with saffron dressing and Grilled wild seabass, spring onion potato cake and tomato salsa. With special set menus from as little as £11 and the promise of a relaxing local ale, booking is essential, especially on weekends. Diners are also encouraged to look out for the fabulous themed evenings with Game Nights being extremely popular with locals and visitors to the area alike.
Book online and make any special requests you require, Laura the bookings manager will ensure a pleasant and enriching visit.
Or Call Finch's Arms Restaurant on
0116 290 2226
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We had a lovely meal at the Finch's Arms. The set menu was good value and the food was lovely although portions were a bit on the small side and it would have been nice to have some seasonal vegetables as part of the meal, rather than an extra.
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lt 22/08/2011
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Great welcome, lovely environment with fantastic view but felt it was over priced and not good value for money. Very small portions with no extras included in what was already quite expensive!
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DS 14/06/2011
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We had a wonderful meal on 15 December to celebrate my partner's 60th birthday. The bar has an excellent ambience and the whole is in a beautiful setting which I am sure would be great to see in daylight. Food was cooked and presented to a high standard. We had the beef and lamb fillets for main courses - both were cooked just right and came with mouthwatering accompaniments. Staff were fine and pretty unobtrusive (but no-one seemed aware of the food intolerance mentioned when the booking was placed). Just a few gripes - the restaurant having no absorbing surfaces meant that it was quite noisy, especially as we were placed right next to the noisiest table even though only 3 others were occupied; the English and French cheese selection at £7 was quite small wedges of Cheddar, Brie and Stilton with some stewed fruit; but then nobody does cheese like the French. And there was nothing sweet to accompany the coffee. In spite of this, a good experience and one that I'd like to repeat.
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TH 17/12/2010
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The terrace at the back of Finch’s is enough to make me return on its own, the view overlooking Rutland water is fantastic on a summer’s day. The service lives up to the view as well, offering help and keeping us looked after. The food is also of a high standard, I had grilled chicken which was highly enjoyable. Only small problem is the noise level, I suppose that is what you can expect from such a highly regarded place as Finch’s. A must do for anyone.
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JF 13/04/2010
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We had a lovely meal at the Finch's Arms. The set menu was good value and the food was lovely although portions were a bit on the small side and it would have been nice to have some seasonal vegetables as part of the meal, rather than an extra.
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lt 22/08/2011