Cristal At Mar Hall Golf Resort

The menu was simple with two starter options, the roast itself, and three desserts. I started with the smoked salmon, which was delicious and not greasy. My husband and mum had the pate, which was also enjoyed judging by the empty plates. The roast sirloin of beef was cooked perfectly pink and tender, with a huge Yorkshire pudding and stunning jus. The cheese selection for dessert was my choice while the others had Creme Catalana, all of which were enjoyed. Unfortunately, we were too full for the planned after lunch cocktail, so we went for a walk around the grounds to admire the scenery. The staff who served us were all lovely and accommodating, with our waiter Mark being faultless. Despite the constant changing restrictions, they were a great advert for Mar Hall. We will definitely be back. Thank you!

I started with the scallops, which were delicious. However, my friend's pate was tasteless. For our main courses, my friend had the venison which was cooked perfectly but the combination with beets and peanut butter overpowered the dish. The lamb rack and potato gratin I had was nice but not outstanding. For dessert, we chose the cheese plate which was good but lacked enough crackers. The almonds served with the cheese were tasty. They no longer offer salted butter and the butter they had was hard to spread. My friend's dark chocolate praline cremeux was disappointing, as it seemed to have melted on the plate. I remembered when the restaurant used to offer a variety of warm bread with salted butter, which was a nice touch they no longer provide. The coffee we had in the hall was not good. Overall, the experience was mediocre and I was expecting more. If they improve on the small details like providing spreadable butter, warm bread, more attentive service, flavorful food, better crackers for the cheese, and better coffee, I would consider returning.

With covid 19 the evening meals are in the room at the far end of the Hotel in the room where weddings would take place. This is a great rom with wonderful views. The limited menu for the season means if you stay more than four nights and you have eaten all on offer. Great service and food. The tables were well spaced out and despite the wearing of masks, we managed to talk with those serving.

Did not stay in the Hotel, but ate in the Cristal Restaurant. Food awesome, staff lovely, what refreshing change. Shame we are here during Covid mask wearing. Hope the hotel continues with its successful presentation of what is available.

My husband and I came for dinner and were so very disappointed with the quality of the food. The setting and atmosphere of the restaurant couldn’t be faulted and the staff were incredibly attentive and friendly. The food however, left you longing for the greasy pub grub you could find down the road. From the limp, lacklustre salad to the rubbery, over cooked (and probably pre frozen) cod for mains, I had nothing positive to say about the kitchen at this supposed 5 star resort. Stay for the spa but not the scran.