The Palm House Restaurant
A spacious and bright garden center restaurant serving fresh, locally-sourced meals with a unique gallery wall of amateur art.
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The Palm House Restaurant
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A spacious and bright garden center restaurant serving fresh, locally-sourced meals with a unique gallery wall of amateur art.
"Enjoy freshly cooked meals featuring local produce in a light, airy, and spacious setting."
Dine Upstairs
Consider dining upstairs for an enhanced experience and potentially better views.
Try Popular Dishes
Steak pie and chicken in leek cream sauce are recommended for a satisfying and tasty meal.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
British
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+44 1243 781734
Address
Manor Nursery, Lagness Rd, Runcton, Chichester PO20 1LJ, United Kingdom
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Fresh, Local Produce
Savor meals crafted with the freshest local ingredients, prepared daily for a taste of regional flavor.
Airy & Spacious Ambiance
Dine in a bright, airy, and spacious setting, perfect for a relaxing meal with well-spaced tables.
Local Art Gallery Wall
Enjoy your meal surrounded by a vibrant gallery wall showcasing affordable works by local amateur artists.
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Dine Upstairs
Consider dining upstairs for an enhanced experience and potentially better views.
Try Popular Dishes
Steak pie and chicken in leek cream sauce are recommended for a satisfying and tasty meal.
Off-Peak Hours
Visit during off-peak hours to avoid potential issues with food temperature.
Enjoy Outdoor Seating
The outside eating area offers a pleasant dining experience, especially on nice days.
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Dine Upstairs
Consider dining upstairs for an enhanced experience and potentially better views.
Try Popular Dishes
Steak pie and chicken in leek cream sauce are recommended for a satisfying and tasty meal.
Off-Peak Hours
Visit during off-peak hours to avoid potential issues with food temperature.
Enjoy Outdoor Seating
The outside eating area offers a pleasant dining experience, especially on nice days.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
The Palm House Restaurant offers a generally positive dining experience with fresh, local food and a pleasant, airy ambiance. Many praise the friendly staff and good value, particularly for dishes like steak pie. However, some reviews note inconsistency in food quality, with occasional dry meats or underwhelming desserts, and a few find the breakfast prices quite high. The restaurant also features a gallery wall of local art which is a unique draw.
"Excellent food, great value and friendly staff."
jenny lock
"Steak pie was excellent. Chicken in leek cream sauce very tasty. Pork goulash tasty but meat a bit dry. Good value for money."
Janet Hogben
"First visit to this garden centre today. Very friendly staff, nice big restaurant area and outside eating area too. Had a cheese and ham panini with a side of chips, all very tasty."
K Mat
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Frequently Asked Questions
The restaurant serves freshly cooked snacks and hot meals, featuring local produce, with a focus on traditional British cuisine.
Yes, there is an outside eating area that offers a pleasant dining experience.
Popular dishes include steak pie and chicken in leek cream sauce. Some reviews also mention good value for money.
Yes, the menu includes options like Nut Roast and Quiche of the Day, which can often accommodate vegetarians.
The restaurant is described as light, airy, and spacious with well-spaced tables, offering a pleasant environment.
While not explicitly stated, some reviews mention short queues, suggesting it can get busy, especially during peak times.
Yes, the restaurant features a fantastic gallery wall showcasing local amateur artists' work at reasonable prices.
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This light, airy and spacious restaurant can be found within the Manor Nursery, a well-established family-owned garden centre. The restaurant can cater for 180 people and serves a range of snacks and hot meals, which are freshly cooked and feature local produce where possible. It's a great choice for a leisurely breakfast before p...
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