Welcome to The Mill House
The Mill House, nestled in Birtley, Chester-le-Street, is a charming restaurant that has recently undergone a thoughtful refurbishment under new ownership. Renowned for its warm and inviting atmosphere, it offers an exceptional dining experience with a focus on honest, elevated pub food. Diners rave about the tender steaks and the Sunday roast, particularly the exquisite roast lamb. The attentive staff, including commendable service from team members like Luke and Erin, enhances the overall experience. With spacious dining areas and a cozy bar, The Mill House captures the essence of comfort and community, making it a must-visit for food lovers.
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The Mill House, Blackfell Way, Birtley, Chester-le-Street DH3 1RE, United Kingdom Hotline: +44 191 300 2310
Welcome to The Mill House, a culinary gem nestled in the heart of Birtley, Chester-le-Street. This charming restaurant has recently undergone a stunning transformation under new ownership, and it’s quickly becoming a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Located at Blackfell Way, Birtley, Chester-le-Street DH3 1RE, and easily accessible via phone at +44 191 300 2310, The Mill House is where elevated pub dining meets a warm, inviting atmosphere.
As I stepped inside, the cozy, homely feel enveloped me. The interior boasts thoughtful refurbishments, creating a welcoming environment suitable for any occasion — from casual family lunches to more formal dining experiences. Patrons can choose between two distinct areas: a refined restaurant space and a laid-back bar area filled with comfy chairs for a relaxed evening out.
The Mill House prides itself on serving hearty, honest cuisine with a twist. One of the standout features is their Sunday roast, highly praised by guests like gillian mccarrell, whose delicious roast lamb left an impression that will bring her back for more. Equally appealing are the Thursday steak night specials that have become a hit. Customer reviews reflect a consensus — the steaks are nothing short of exceptional, with diners remarking that they could rival some of the best they’ve ever tasted. Gail Jo noted how her partner declared his steak “one of the best.”
The attention to detail extends beyond the food to the remarkable service provided by staff members like Luke and Erin, who ensure every guest feels valued and well attended to. David Sharp described the welcoming atmosphere as friendly and pleasant, a testament to the dedication of the young, professional team at The Mill House. Their commitment enhances the overall dining experience, making it not just about the food but also about building connections with customers.
What also captures the essence of The Mill House is its accessibility for families, with outdoor play areas for kids and delicious desserts like their sticky toffee pudding that can cap off any meal perfectly. Hayley Hurrell shares how her family enjoyed an outstanding Sunday lunch, complemented by attentive service and a delightful ambiance, making it the perfect family destination.
As I reflect on my experience at The Mill House, I can’t help but feel that this establishment embodies everything you could want in a restaurant: great food, a warm atmosphere, and attentive service—all at reasonable prices. Whether you're revisiting memories from years past or discovering it anew, The Mill House promises to exceed expectations. This isn’t just a meal; it’s a well-crafted experience waiting to be savoured again and again.
Went for a Sunday lunch - food was lovely, definitely going back to try something else. Staff were excellent, we were served by Luke and he could not of done more for us. Inside had a warm homely feel with a great atmosphere.
My wife Kath and I took advantage of the Thursday steak night special and the food was excellent. We chose to take the included nice bottle of red wine home with us. The lad behind the bar who greeted us couldn't have been more pleasant and helpful. A good "front of house" gentleman. The staff were friendly and pleasant especially our waitress Erin. Under new ownership the interior has been completely refurbished with lots of space. A slightly more formal restaurant area and a bar area with some comfy chairs. A high standard of food and friendliness that deserves to do well.
Popped in on the chance of a table for Sunday lunch, yes they had a table, service was brilliant & the roast lamb was absolutely beautiful, everything was perfect & homecooked, definitely will be back, up there at the top for us.
Wonderful evening at the Mill House that left me determined to leave a review. The food was delicious, to the point my partner said it was one of the best steaks he’d eaten. The customer service was spot on, with the young male waiter serving us very attentive & went the extra mile. The atmosphere was lovely. This is a charming venue which deserves a glowing review.
Heard it was under new ownership from this week , used to be our favourite date night pub so we came to try it out . It was fantastic refreshed refurbished and the food was just amazing Good honest pub food but elevated !!! I had feather made of beef and my husband had fish and chips ( the biggest fish he’s ever been served !) It was tasty fresh and service was and friendly . If you loved this pub years ago go back what the new people have done is spot on you won’t be disappointed or out of pocket Really good prices too !!!!
Great visit - team were young but professional enough and looked after our needs! Great value for food if anything over generous on portions of sauce. Will definitely be back!
We went to the mill house as a last minute decision on Friday. We were greeted at the door and sat at a table straight away, no waiting around. Our drinks order was taken. We weren’t rushed to make a decision on what to eat (there was so much choice) we both went for the bistro steak and then a sticky toffee pudding to share. The steak was one of the best we’ve had great value for money. The peppercorn sauce was amazing too. Great service. Would definitely recommend and will be back soon.
Went for Sunday lunch with my family, and I have to say the lamb dinner was the best I’ve had! Staff were so friendly and attentive, a lovely ambience, with a great outdoor little area for my little boy to play whilst we waited for our sticky toffee pudding, which didn’t disappoint. The food was amazing, we will definitely be back.