Damson & Wilde
161 Reviews
- Friday12–11 pm
- Saturday12–11 pm
- Sunday12–11 pm
- MondayClosed
- TuesdayClosed
- Wednesday12–10 pm
- Thursday12–10 pm
About the Business
Damson & Wilde | Bar & Restaurant in Bury St Edmunds |
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Website
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+441284648899
59 Abbeygate St, Bury Saint Edmunds IP33 1LB
Hours
- Friday12–11 pm
- Saturday12–11 pm
- Sunday12–11 pm
- MondayClosed
- TuesdayClosed
- Wednesday12–10 pm
- Thursday12–10 pm
Features
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safe space
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wi-Fi
- Dine-in
- Takeaway
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Healthy options
- Private dining room
- Spirits
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Bar on site
- Toilets
- Cosy
- Family friendly
- Groups
- Accepts reservations
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Late-night food
- Lunch
- Casual
- Great tea selection
- Outdoor seating
- Happy-hour drinks
- Small plates
- Great cocktails
- Has changing table(s)
Recommended Reviews
Jill Harris
28.02.2024
Damson & Wilde
We only had a light lunch and it was very good. Our waitress was absolutely delightful. Friendly and very helpful. Definitely going back. As it was lunchtime it was a bit quiet but am sure it will pick.Need to move the menu outside while scaffolding up. Several people came to look but couldn't read it so walked away which was a shame.
James Hotchkiss
21.02.2024
Damson & Wilde
UPDATE: Following my below review, I spoke to the Manager, Fab. He was sympathetic to the issues we had experienced, and kindly offered a resolution which we were all happy with.His attention on the matter reassures me that he cares about the level of service provided, and takes feedback seriously to improve customer experience.---------I had been looking forward to trying this place since it opened, having been a fan of the sister Brewhouses in Cambridge and Norwich since they launched.We went for a pre-booked work Christmas meal, but the first impression was disappointing as there were no festive table decorations, crackers, lit candles etc - and we were in a side room with no music that hadn't been prewarmed/heated. The friendly server advised she'd look for some crackers, sort the music and would light the candles.(Photos on Facebook made it look like a nice place for a Christmas meal, with tables all decked out for the festivities)A pint of the locally brewed Counterfeit ale went down nicely, but colleagues on the Moretti said it was flat. They pointed this out and were advised it's not as fizzy as it should be and to order something else next time if they prefer. We also had a drink come to our table which wasn't for us, and had to be sent away. We could also see our drinks going to another table at one point. The server apologised for mistakenly putting that drink down for our table, and unfortunately it still appeared on our bill and was mistakenly paid for.Cauliflower and cheddar soup was absolutely delicious, although missing the usually found accompanying roll that you come to expect with soup. Others spoke highly of the seafood starter.The turkey and trimmings were nice, if luke warm - although this might be as the server went to see if she could sort out the music that was still missing mid service. There seemed to be different portion sizes/presentation of the dishes too.The chocolate and clementine tart was a nice, light way to finish the meal, although the accompanying cream seemed a bit sour (on the turn?) and colleagues said the same. When querying this we were advised that's just how the cream tastes. Then a small pot of the cream was brought out in case we wanted to test it.We should've finished on coffees and truffles. However, they never arrived, and neither did the crackers, and the candles remained unlit.The server was cheery and said she would sort something on the bill. We requested it to be split when we arrived, one for food and one for drink. We were told it would be fine, but when it arrived it was one bill and there was no aforementioned discount/compensation - so we paid up, and made our way into the winter's night, but perhaps not full of the Christmas cheer that you'd usually be after a festive work's meal.
Justin Samuels
30.01.2024
Damson & Wilde
Outstanding ambience and experience, from a starter drink in the lovely garden, to the delicious classic unfussy but elegant Mediterranean style food, topped by great service now that Daniella has started a month ago to appease the older reviews clearly! The service from her was the best part, from the welcome, to how we were looked after in the garden, to the main meal in the main restaurant, all perfectly judged outstanding service! Really absolutely zero negative - it was our first time here, clearly the venue has listened to reviewers, and we look forward to next season's menu!
Pamela
19.01.2024
Damson & Wilde
The terrace is lovely and the staff were all very nice, but the service could be quite slow. Also when we paid for our first two lots of drinks, they didn't separate them properly, so I ended up paying for three cocktails instead of two, because one was supposed to be on the other bill but it was already paid so I just paid mine. Realised later that I paid £34.65 for those three cocktails, which were supposed to be £9 each, so not sure how I ended up paying an extra £7.65.It says on Facebook in a post from 12th May that Fridays are BOGOF cocktails between 4 and 6, but then we were told they didn't do a happy hour. Certainly not a happy hour when the cocktails work out at £2.55 more expensive each than the menu price! Also, we had three vodka drinks, one on the bill at around £5, then the other two listed as £15.40, so not sure what happened there either, but I ended up paying fifty pounds for five drinks, two of which were only simple spirit and mixers, which was a bit more than I bargained for!
Andy Chan
22.12.2023
Damson & Wilde
6 stars service from Fabrizio today.Me and my partner are visiting Bury for the day.Wonderful and cozy atmosphere in their garden.We order a few drinks and two mains.Hands down the best fish chips I have ever had. Lamb rump is amazing as well.Food is fresh and delicious.Fabrizio went over and beyond. It is our first time in Bury St Edmonds and he provided us with local sightseeing suggestions.Staff are friendly and we felt welcome by Damson & Wilde.We would definitely come back next time we are visiting West Suffolk.
Nick Macrae
19.12.2023
Damson & Wilde
The garden terrace is the perfect location in the centre of Bury on a sunny day. Amazing fresh dishes tickled the tastebuds and were a visual feast too. With a great wine list and friendly staff, what's not to like?
Wendy Edgar
16.12.2023
Damson & Wilde
Went here for drinks on Wednesday evening for the first time. Sat out in their garden area and was most impressed with the decor and seating, it felt like we were on holiday. Our waitress Tammy was super friendly and the right amount attentive. We enjoyed it so much we are going back tonight!
Kym Allen
16.12.2023
Damson & Wilde
This place is beautiful with foliage hanging from the ceiling and bar. Great atmosphere. The staff are incredible! Attentive, knowledgeable about the menu and SO friendly. More importantly than that, the food is simply stunning. Complimented by great cocktails, we wish we lived closer so we could visit more often! Perfect night!
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59 Abbeygate St, Bury Saint Edmunds IP33 1LB
Damson & Wilde