Longueville Manor

Www.bycost­ello­⁠.com ( 40s, Male, London )

We stayed at the hotel and took one of there 2 night stay packages, room, car hire and dinner both nights. One night was the ‘taste of jersey’ and the second the ‘prestige menu’.

Surprisingly it was the smaller ‘taste’ menu that wiped us out more, as the portions were a bit chunkier than the ‘prestige’ menu. The wife gets me every time as she gives up come the main course and I end up eating hers too!

Both menus are classically French, erring towards the plentiful seafood landed on the island; turbot, langoustines and scallops featuring highly on both menus, along with fois and truffles. Although enjoying both meals, it is maybe a little telling and disappointing that a few days later I am forgetting the courses specifically, so hard to describe here.

Service top notch, prompt attention, not too intrusive but never had to pour my own wine or water, was asked if we need a break before main courses and puddings. Nice not to be hurried, and they were full.

If in Jersey, I’d say a must to at least eat in the restaurant, but would recommend the hotel too.