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RESTAURANT REVIEW OF BARDA Barda Restaurant & Bar is situated in the heart of Chelmsford's West End on Broomfield Road. The restaurant and bar is close to the train station and with easy parking it's a great place to eat during the day for lunch or an evening meal. The restaurant is wood panelled, simple and elegant, with art from Interior Angle, which is regularly changed. This modern, minimalistic venue feels comfortable, relaxed and stylish all at the same time. The choice on the menu at Barda gives an excellent selection of meat, game and fish, with an appetizing vegetarian option. The food looked extremely appetizing, with our starters served on slate tiles, the food tasted as good as it looked. The skate was particularly good, full of flavour and at the same time light and delicate. The welsh beef was cooked to perfection and accompanied with roasted tomatoes, asparagus, and fine beans with a light tempura batter, I'd definitely recommend trying it! A FEW THINGS ABOUT BARDA...
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Prix Fixe Menu The Prix Fixe menu is excellent value with some really tasty dishes including rump steak and potted crab. It is offered Tue - Fri 12pm - 2.30pm, Tue - Thu 6:00pm - 9:30pm and Fri - Sat 6:00pm - 7:00pm. Awards Barda is the only restaurant in Chelmsford to be in The Good Food Guide 2010 and the Michelin Guide 2010. Sunday lunch Barda offer a traditional Sunday lunch with a roast of the day, traditional roast beef and a selection of other dishes. With their comfortably smart surroundings it makes a nice change from a pub's Sunday lunch. The price is very reasonable too, with one Course @ £9.00, two Courses @ £14.00 and three Courses @ £17.00.
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Children's Menu The children's menu offers fish and chips, barbeque chicken and other dishes that are freshly prepared, that the kids will love!
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Outside Terrace Outside there is a decked terrace area, perfect for lunch, an evening meal or to simply enjoy a drink or two in the summer.
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The Wine Collection Barda boasts a great selection of red, white and rose wines, a fine wine selection, champagne and dessert wine. These go perfectly with a meal or simply to have at the bar area.
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Book Online For your convenience you can book a table direct with Barda online 24 hours a day, simply visit www.barda-restaurant.com to book your table!
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BARDA DETAILS Owner: Tracy Rose Head Chef: Phil Southern Cuisine: European, with an Asian twist Our Ratings: Food 9/10 Service 9/10
DĂŠcor Cost
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FACTS & STATS Opening Hours: Tuesday to Friday: 12:00pm - 15.00pm 18:00pm - 23:00pm Saturday: 18:00pm - 23:00pm Sunday: 12:00pm - 14:30pm Reservations Advisable, call 01245 357799 or book online at www.barda-restaurant.com Parking On-street parking is available on Broomfield Road which is free after 6pm and there is The Ship car park just around the corner. Meals Served Lunch, dinner and drinks Dress Code Smart Casual Website www.barda-restaurant.com tracy@barda-restaurant.com Address 30-32 Broomfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1SW Date Opened 2004 Good For Special occasions from a romantic dinner for two to a family celebration, Sunday lunch, pre theatre or simply a business meeting. Special Features They can cater for most dietary requirements. Atmosphere Lively, vibrant and relaxed
A LITTLE HISTORY Barda opened its doors in 2004 - originally called Bada. It was taken over by Tracy Rose in 2006, who runs the restaurant and bar. Their chefs, who are carefully chosen, use high quality, fresh and locally produced ingredients to offer cuisine of truly the highest calibre. The menu is European with an Asian twist, complemented with a great selection of wines.
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THE MENU The Starters Spice Quail and Lotus Root
@ £7.00
Duck Tataki with Hoi Sin Dip
@ £7.50
The Mains Wing of Skate
@ £14.00
Fillet of Welsh Beef
@ £18.00
The Desserts Chocolate and Raspberry Mousse
@ £6.00
Selection of Cheese
@ £8.00
The Wine Chardonnay
Glass@ £4.50
Bottle@ £14.50
Pinot Grigio Del Friuli
Glass@ £5.50
Bottle@ £15.50
Touraine Sauvignon
Glass@ £5.00
Bottle@ £15.00
The Face of Chelmsford 01245 290205 Editor Jane Holloway jane@thefaceofchelmsford.com www.thefaceofchelmsford.com info@thefaceofchelmsford.com 7 BROOMFIELD ROAD CHELMSFORD ESSEX CM1 1SY