Hibiscus in Northampton

Dec 24th, 2020. After a terrible birthday and afternoon for my 20th I was looking forward to going to Hibiscus for dinner with my sister. It is covid season and I was nervous for what they would say and where we would sit. However, I booked the table for 2 about 1 week before attending and they were very accommodating. They asked what time and date etc, and even asked if I had any dietary requirements. We finished the phone conversation and I remembered I had to tell them something. After not getting through I had a call back immediately (I was leaving a voicemail as they called back)The day arrived and I was ready to go. I had a big red ball gown which I had to get changed into in the bathroom, they were happy to let me do this and then lead me and my sister to our table. The service was spectacular, every dish which came out they explained what it was and I had a superb evening considering the current day I have been through. Elliot was particularly friendly and very knowledgable about the courses like the other staff. They were all extremely polite and happy to serve us both. At the end they even brought out some cake my sister had bought for us to eat since it’s my birthday.The chef came out and spoke to each of us table by table.HONESTLY this review may seem a bit boring. But this was one of the best and most professional restaurants I’ve been to (and I’ve been to quite a few)I would definitely go back again!!Nice and spacious area with social distancing implemented which was reassuring.They all wished me a happy birthday and Christmas/new year and so did some of the guests. The people here (staff & guests) aren’t your average Joe’s. (They’re lovely, beautiful people) Over all 10,000/100 Would definitely recommend!

Had lunch for 3 and a baby, 3 toasted sandwiches, 1 vegan, all were really nice, service was good too, all at a reasonable price, very nice experience

Fantastic evening. Great venue, food fantastic and a very attentive and friendly waiting team. Couldn't fault it.

My husband and I ate here last night for the first time and the whole experience was amazing. The staff were friendly and attentive. The food was delicious and presented perfectly. The service was exceptional even though the restaurant was full. We had 10 courses in total if you include the bread, snack and the after dinner sweets which we were not expecting, so was a plesent surprise. We both felt extremely looked after. The atmosphere was calm and quiet and we thoroughly enjoyed the who experience of the taster menu and will be planning on going back again.

Lovely to be at the Abbey on an evening. Beautiful dining room, glamorous and stylish. Cool lofi ambiance with chilled music and a friendly warm atmosphere. Food and wine flight combo was sensational. Cooking skills displayed were fantastic, unexpected flavour combinations, plenty of textures and the Hibiscus Billini was magic. We loved it!

Pretty awful evening.There was an incident between a couple of guests that totally ruined our evening. Both were in the wrong. Both had valid points. The staff did all they could but should have been firmer and I'm disappointed to note that no one followed up after we left, despite having our details. The food was quite bland and very small portions. Wouldn't be returning.

The food here is amazing, a real gem for Northampton as there are not many places like this in the area. The staff were very tentative, smart and had impeccable service standards. Highly recommended

A hidden gem in Northampton. If you like fine dining this place does not disappoint. With attentive and professional staff, amazing venue and food. The only problem was trying to find the entrance. We walked around the building a few times in poor lighting. Could do with better signage.

Award winning and before being opened. Wow this is definitely Northampton

Bit rushed service despite our request to slow it down (we were eating well after performance times), but we liked the food. Room could be laid out better with the tables close together in straight rows, but fortunately it was nearly empty.