Welcome to The Hand and Flowers
The Hand and Flowers, located in the charming town of Marlow, offers a unique dining experience that marries the warmth of a country pub with Michelin-star excellence. Guests rave about exceptional service, with attentive staff who enhance every moment. The menu showcases artistic dishes bursting with flavor, like the renowned pork belly and innovative cod scotch egg. Complementary touches, such as homemade sourdough and personalized adaptations, create a welcoming atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the extraordinary value of the lunch menus and the ability to interact with the kitchen team, ensuring that each visit to The Hand and Flowers is memorable and worth savoring again.
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126 West St, Marlow SL7 2BP, United Kingdom Hotline: +44 1628 482277
Welcome to The Hand and Flowers, a charming culinary gem nestled in the heart of Marlow, United Kingdom. Located at 126 West St, Marlow SL7 2BP, this Michelin-starred restaurant has garnered a reputation for its exquisite food, warm service, and relaxed yet elegant atmosphere. The Hand and Flowers is not just a place to eat; it's an experience crafted with passion and precision.
Upon stepping through the doors, guests are greeted with a welcoming ambiance that combines country pub charm with fine dining sophistication. The intimate setting is complemented by a team of attentive staff who ensure that every dining experience is a memorable one. Many patrons, like Mikey J and Monica Huggins, rave about the friendly service that enhances the already delightful experience, highlighting the restaurant's commitment to making each guest feel special.
The food at The Hand and Flowers is where the true magic happens. Each dish showcases a masterful interplay of flavors, textures, and artistic presentation. Whether it’s the unique and rich cod scotch egg or the revered pork belly, the menu offers a delightful selection that keeps guests returning for more. Paul Ellingham described the food as "to die for," emphasizing the fantastical creativity behind each plate. The thoughtful touches, such as homemade sourdough bread and a complimentary amuse-bouche, elevate the dining experience to something truly extraordinary.
For those celebrating special occasions, The Hand and Flowers provides the ideal backdrop. Russell Martin revealed how the restaurant made his mother's 70th birthday unforgettable, complete with impeccable service and mouthwatering dishes. This sentiment is echoed by Eileen Tait and Nick Lee, both of whom note how the restaurant exudes a genuine passion for gastronomy that resonates with every course served. The attention to detail, from the perfect pairings to wine recommendations, ensures that even the most discerning diners leave satisfied.
The Hand and Flowers is not just about the food; it’s about the overall experience. Guests often find themselves enchanted by the seamless blend of relaxed atmosphere and top-notch service. As Michael Hagan pointed out, the thoughtful pacing of courses and the knowledge of staff create a comfortable dining environment, allowing guests to fully savor each moment.
If you are seeking a culinary adventure that marries exquisite food with unparalleled service, look no further than The Hand and Flowers. This restaurant is a true celebration of gastronomy, where every visit is a testament to the art of fine dining. Whether you’re gathering with loved ones for a special occasion or simply indulging in a culinary treat, The Hand and Flowers promises a memorable journey through taste that you won't soon forget.
Call +44 1628 482277 to book your table today, and discover why The Hand and Flowers continues to enchant food lovers from near and far.
Excellent customer service, the staff were friendly from when we arrived until we left. The waiter recommended some delicious orange wine which went well with the meal. The food was very nice, we even got served a nice amuse-bouche.
Wonderful experience for my mums 70th Birthday from the communication with the reservations team all the way through to the end Food was incredible, service was top notch and nothing was too much trouble Can’t wait to come back !
Absolutely loved our visit here, for our 24th Anniversary. The food and service was marvellous and all the staff are so nice (and because i dont like cheese, you adapted some of the dishes, very accommodating). You made us feel very special, so thank you all
Well worth the wait. Absolutely gorgeous food and a brilliant 50th birthday experience. Fantastic and can't wait to return. Highly recommend
Absolutely amazing, relaxed atmosphere with attentive staff, not overpowering at all, but always there with a thorore knowledge. The food as you would expect from a ** Michelin restaurant is to die for...... We stayed in the 'Angus' cottage, it was unbelievably lovely, so quaint, clean & as you would expect, located 1 minute walk, was ideal, everything the staff did was amazing, the little touches, cards left, gifts etc made our stay so perfect, it's was more than I ever imagined, both myself & my Fiance had the most beautifully romantic & enjoyable stay & experience....I cannot recommend or thank the staff enough...,..thank you to the whole team
From the moment we arrived, The Hand and Flowers delivered an unforgettable dining experience. Every dish was a masterclass in flavour — each mouthful bursting with complexity and finesse. The attention to detail, presentation, and perfectly balanced flavours left us all in awe. Without exception, we all agreed it was the finest meal we’ve ever had. Yes, it’s expensive — but absolutely worth it for such an extraordinary evening. A true celebration of gastronomy, and one we won’t soon forget.
Stunning country style pub with the most amazing food and staff. From the moment we stepped inside, we were made to feel very welcome. We were shown to our table and a drinks order was taken while we looked at the menu. Unlike most Michelin Star places I’ve been to it wasn’t a set taster menu but we had a choice of 4 (of each) starters, mains and deserts. After we made our choices we were brought some homemade sourdough bread with 2 different butters and a lovely, fresh sausage roll . At no point were we rushed. The gaps between courses were just right. The table staff were very attentive and was always available when required and they kept the drinks flowing at just the right pace . Each of the courses we had was prepared to perfection, the flavours complemented each other and included some surprises like pickled cucumber (game changer) and squid lasagne (amazing). I chose to have courses that I probably would not have normally chosen to have and I wasn’t left disappointed. Even the buttered greens and mash potato, which i definitely would not have usually picked for my meal were amazing. Would I recommend the Hand & Flowers, 100%. Would I go back, yes definitely. Was it worth the money, every single penny.
I went for lunch along with my fiance as well as my Mum and her husband. We were all blown away by the quality of the food and the relaxed but still incredibly well organised and sharp staff. Three of us got the lunch menu which was 65 for three courses all of which were good portion sizes and delicious. The complementary bread was excellent but the whitebait was out of this world, salty and a bit smokey, excellent with a beer! I had the classic menu for 95 which was just amazing, the cod scotch egg was unique and rich, the pork belly was the best I have ever had and the rum cake was a nice and light ending to the meal. Even with the couple of drinks we had I thought the overall value for lunch was incredible and will be happy to come back next time I am in the area. They even let us go into the kitchen to see the magic happen and the kitchen staff answered some questions we had, which was very fun!