Crust in Lincoln

Absolutely wonderful food and service, great value for money and like stepping back in time. Thoroughly recommend 👌

Excellent establishment which we have supported over the years many many times Price service are superb This small business has done well to beat lockdown and all power to Victor

Such a nice place and food. I will definitely come back next time.

Dont come here if you're expecting the usual 'dinner' where all 3 courses come within 10minutes of one another and you're done within an hour. This is more of a dining experience. The chef is a wonderful grandfatherly gentleman, and runs the whole place by himself, including greeting, cooking, serving and clearing. We entered at 7.30pm and finished our 3 courses by 10.30pm, normally the wait between courses wouldnt be so long, however, the table before us arrived 30minutes late for their booking throwing everything off, then managed to offend the chef by asking if his fruit salad came from a tin.There are 5 different prix-fix menu's to choose from, as well as individuals and a specials board.The food itself was ok, not spectacular, but when you realise that each plate of a 3 course meal, for 8 people total is hand prepared by 1 octogenarian, you really get just how impressive it is. The main draw of Crust is the chef coming out after your meal and having a friendly chat with you and a laugh and a joke and tells you some of his funnier stories about cooking through the years and when he was in the forces.The entire experience feels like dinner at your grandparents house and its just so lovely.(Though, you do feel the need to offer to carry your plates through to the kitchen for him afterwards)..Wonderful dining experience. A little slow for my personal preference, but thats because i'm one of these 'go in, eat, leave' type folks that doesnt like to sit and digest, but, would absolutely recommend going for the experience.

It's like dining with an old friend. The decor, the atmosphere is like someone's home. The range of dishes on the menu is extensive to say the least. The food is like very well prepared home cooking. An evening to remember.

The charming genuine vintage decor is virtually unchanged since the 1970's. The three course menu is fantastic value. Victor Vella, who is probably in his seventies, is a most attentive host. His grandson is the chef. It's like travelling backwards in a time machine!

As a regular visitor to Lincoln, I'd often seen the door to Crust and mentioned to the wife that "we really should try it".This time, whilst entertaining a friend, we decided it was the right time! We visited for lunch and were not at all disappointed: in fact, there were many "wow!" moments.Firstly, it looks like it hasn't been redecorated since they moved here in 1991: but that's no bad thing; it may be faded in places, but it's part of the dining experience and experiencing a time before the chains took over (as a 30-something with parents who couldn't afford to eat out, this is something I barely remember at all).You will read other reviews describing Crust as "retro" or "Kitch", or "quirky". I get that, but actually those descriptions would have you believe the decor was created purposefully - but it's not. This is a restaurant that opened (after moving from another premises) in 1991 and it retains the decor of the era: nothing at all manufactured or false about it at all - it's genuinely unique and very much a "time machine": much to it's benefit.The pride of proprietor, Victor Vella, is evident in the decor, the certificates and newspaper cuttings that adorn the walls, but most of all in his service and meals.The hospitality and meals were beyond compare: complimentary water and bread rolls are served swiftly after arrival and our starters, meals and desserts were spectacular! Traditional wholesome dishes with remarkable flavour.Now I've discovered Crust, I suspect I will return every visit!

Quirky and cosy a wonderful experience with delicious food prepared by a chef whose experience and qualifications probably exceeds any other chef in Lincoln. An extensive menu at a very reasonable price. It's a culinary gem not to be missed.

An unusual, unexpected and unique experience! Lovely personal service from Victor, great food and good value. I loved the decor too. Recommended! 😊

Very good service! This is my second time here and it never disappoints me. The food (a three course lunch meal), the price and the service from the Patron Chef Victor were among the best one can get. The interior decor is so homely it enhances the dining experience. Victor personally served us our orders and made sure we were happy with everything. This time I had the egg mayonnaise for starter, saute pork cutlet as main and banana fritters with ice-cream for dessert. I especially loved the fact that Victor had the fruits placed in the dining area. He is always walking in and out from the kitchen to serve us, to get the fruits to make the dessert - you get the lovely connection between the chef and the customers. Do not be fooled by Victor's initial 'unfriendly' demeanour. He is very, very friendly once you get into conversations with him. The low price but good service makes the whole experience - priceless!