Tubthump Posted July 15, 2005 Share Posted July 15, 2005 Apparently The Old Vicerage restaurant is the only one in Yorkshire to possess a coverted Michelin Star. Has any one experienced the place? If so what was it like? How does it compare to some of Sheffield's other respected eateries eg. Thyme, Nonnas, Blue Room Brasserie? Interested to hear your thoughts as I'm thinking of taking my girlfriend there for her birthday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick2 Posted July 15, 2005 Share Posted July 15, 2005 Originally posted by Tubthump How does it compare to some of Sheffield's other respected eateries eg..... Nonnas...... Typo ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tubthump Posted July 15, 2005 Author Share Posted July 15, 2005 In case you weren't being ironic Nick 2, Nonnas is the Italian on Ecclesall Rd now temporarily famous for having once employed Roberto from Big Brother. I quite like the place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick2 Posted July 15, 2005 Share Posted July 15, 2005 I know where it is, it's the fact that you think the food there is good that shocked me. If you like the food in Nonnas you won't like the Old Vicerage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mo Posted July 15, 2005 Share Posted July 15, 2005 I haven't sampled the Old Vicarage but know plenty of people who have been and have heard only good reports. Lunchtime is cheaper than evenings and as far as I know the food is to the same standard. Only one minus....... if you have a hearty appetite this might not be the place for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tubthump Posted July 15, 2005 Author Share Posted July 15, 2005 Been there once, had a nice meal.. what more can I say? Just been looking at some old threads and I can it see it's not really liked on this forum. But, your beautifully dry and willfully cutting sarcasms aside, I'm more interested to hear what people have to say about The Old Vicerage than to revive old discussions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tubthump Posted July 15, 2005 Author Share Posted July 15, 2005 Thanks mo, that's more of what I was lookin for. My last post was directed at Nick2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete_jim Posted July 15, 2005 Share Posted July 15, 2005 I have eaten at Nonna's a few times and always had lovely food. The atmosphere, particularly at lunchtime is very authentic Italian. I don't like it in the evening though when it's full of people gawping at what you are wearing. The new bakery that they have just opened is great too, some of the tastiest bread I have eaten. I think you are being unfair Nick and shouldn't put things about dolmio sauces unless you have seen the empty jar. Some very good restaurants use microwaves. Anyway this was about The Old Vicarage. It's not really like the others you mentioned more 'country house' style. The food is excellent and Tessa Bramley still keeps a firm grip on what is going on in spite of supposedly taking a back seat. It is quite expensive but a lot of people think it's worth it. Look at the website http://www.theoldvicarage.co.uk to get an idea of the style. Have you been to Greenhead House at Chapeltown? Unbeatable IMO. Fantastic blend of inspired cooking, the best service I have ever had anywhere and value for money. You need to book months in advance for a Friday or Saturday evening but it's worth the wait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tubthump Posted July 15, 2005 Author Share Posted July 15, 2005 It is quite expensive but a lot of people think it's worth it. In your opinion, is it worth the money? Cheers for the tip about The Greenhead House- will try it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick2 Posted July 15, 2005 Share Posted July 15, 2005 Removed Dolmio reference pending proof. Old Vicarage is nice, but the portions are realy small and the wine is very expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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