Bench

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   Trish

   Yorkshire

   2 reviews

   2.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 8 February 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   We heard rave reviews about Bench however it was not that great. Making comparisons I have to mention Engine Social Dining, Sowerby Bridge is outstanding small plates fabulous atmosphere, lots to choose from on the menu, excellent price. Bench menu not a lot of choice, atmosphere not great really and the icing on the cake was the bill! We had olives, bread and butter, one lemon sole (recommended for two however very small) and a butternut squash side with a bottle of wine, now here is the crunch the wine was almost half the price of the bill so be prepared to have to fork out if you like your wine. Then at the end of the meal the waitress appeared with the payment device that asked for a gratuity of ten, fifteen or twenty percent. I didnt appreciate that after the price of the wine, however I gave the tip but felt on the spot and embarrassed not to give a tip. Anyway its up to you but just saying there are so many great places to eat now in our area where you can get a good bottle of wine for half the price and food that is more substantial and a really great atmosphere.
   

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   Dean

   Surrey

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 6 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was the first time we had eaten there and every part of it was terrific.
   

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   Dom

   Birmingham

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on 5 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Very good food and good service. Overall excellent.
   

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   Nicola

   New York City

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on 1 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Great food, lovely atmosphere. Would book earlier on in the evening to make sure you have a full menu choice.
   

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   Maddy

   Cornwall

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on 24 January 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Lovely restaurant with good food but felt a little rushed. Price of drinks a bit much.
   

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   William

   Yorkshire

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 24 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing restaurant. Food was delicious and the service was brilliant. Atmosphere in the restaurant was lovely too. Highly recommend
   

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   Clare

   Yorkshire

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 17 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Brilliant as always. Incredible food and drinks. Great service as well. Thank you so much!
   

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   Lorna

   Yorkshire

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 16 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great service! Very tasty food! As usual a lovely experience. Thank you Bench!
   

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   Rachel

   VIP

   New York City

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on 19 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Love this place. They are now doing such great vegan and vegetarian food as well. ❤️
   

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    Diana

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Fabulous food, great atmosphere and service. What more could you wish for?
    

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