Riddling Rack

131 High St, Newton le Willows WA12 9sl
$$ Delicatessen

Reservations

Business Info

  • Address: 131 High St, Newton le Willows WA12 9sl
  • Cross Street: Cobden Street
  • Cuisine: Delicatessen |
  • Cost: | Inexpensive
  • Category: Wine Bar/Shop
  • Star Rating:
  • Reservations: Recommended
  • Dress Code: Casual Elegant
  • Meals Served: Brunch | Lunch | Dinner |
  • Parking: Street |
  • Payment Options: VISA | Amex | MasterCard | Cash | Apple Pay | Google Pay |
  • Corkage Fee: N/A
  • Phone: 01925 295999
  • Features: Takeout Available, Winning Wine List,
  • Occasion: Child Friendly, Dining Alone, Business Dining, Meet for a Drink, Quiet Conversation, Trendy / Hip, Date Night,

Photos

Riddling Rack - Blue Logo Emblem

Business Hours

Reservations Available
Monday
Outside 10:00 - 20:00
Riddling Rack 9:00 - 20:00
Tuesday
Outside 10:00 - 20:00
Riddling Rack 9:00 - 20:00
Wednesday
Outside 10:00 - 22:00
Riddling Rack 9:00 - 23:00
Thursday
Outdoors 10:00 - 22:00
Riddling Rack 9:00 - 23:00
Friday
Outdoors 10:00 - 22:00
Riddling Rack 9:00 - 23:45
Champagne Lounge 18:00 - 23:45
Saturday
Outside 10:00 - 22:00
Riddling Rack 9:00 - 23:45
Champagne Lounge 18:00 - 23:45
Sunday
Outdoors 10:00 - 20:00
Riddling Rack 9:00 - 20:00
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Customer Reviews & Ratings

4.82 out of 5 stars based on 540 votes

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jul 27, 2023
Emma A.
One of our favourite places. Service is always amazing and staff are friendly.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 8/10
Jun 07, 2023
Shireen s.
Staff were friendly, music was a little loud though. We didn't eat.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 9/10
May 21, 2023
John J.
Always a great time there

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Mar 11, 2023
Katie-Beth W.
Fabulous Evening, food, cocktails and wine choices were amazing… service was outstanding.. Thank you

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Mar 08, 2023
Esther J.
We really love it here. Great atmosphere, the service is always great and the food and drinks are fab!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Feb 23, 2023
Margaret H.
My friend & I had a lovely time. Good food and very friendly service. It's quite a while since we met up and there was a lovely unhurried atmosphere. And very nice cake!!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jan 20, 2023
margaret b.
A really enjoyable experience for a nice afternoon lunch with friends

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jan 11, 2023
Ann S.
We had a lovely afternoon. We all really enjoyed ourselves.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 01, 2023
Gina C.
Great place! Staff all very helpful and welcoming.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Dec 26, 2022
Joanna V.
Love this place and it was the perfect bar to spend a few hours on Christmas Eve. Lovely staff, warm atmosphere and great choice of drinks

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Dec 15, 2022
Lauren o.
Great first experience at the Riddling Rack, service was brilliant and our charcuterie was value for money, one of the best we have had.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Dec 15, 2022
Neil W.
Bloody brilliant! Superb service, cracking coffee, lovely lunch, what's not to like?

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Oct 30, 2022
Mike T.
Staff were brilliant

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 8/10
Oct 02, 2022
Aileen W.
As ever a great evening - staff very friendly and helpful making great wine recommendations xx

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Aug 05, 2022
Kerrie G.
Always a treat to go to riddling rack. Service fabulous, gin fabulous, tapas fabulous. Perfect girls night out

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
May 27, 2022
Pauline P.
Lovely hour with nice wine didn’t eat but the food here is lovely !!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Apr 27, 2022
Angela W.
Lovely place to meet for coffee and take away few choice wines for the weekend. Staff very attentive and nothing is too much trouble.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Apr 10, 2022
Lorraine W.
Had a lovely few hours with friends, staff very attentive, venue is lovely and drinks very reasonably priced. We will definitely be back soon!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Feb 26, 2022
Nadim D.
Best place for a drink and catch up in Newton by a county mile. Just need it to start serving a brunch Menu at weekends

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Feb 24, 2022
Victoria P.
We only had drinks no food but this little place is a real gem. I could have spent all night looking at the variety of wines for sale. The waitress could not have been lovelier. So cosy and chic. Loved it.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Feb 05, 2022
Amanda F.
Absolutely love it here the service and quality of drinks is always outstanding!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Dec 28, 2021
Mark H.
Popped in for a quick toasted sandwich & glass of wine or two. Service was excellent. Food and wine were delicious.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Dec 27, 2021
Emma C.
The Riddling Rack never disappoints it is such a great place with great atmosphere and the service is fantastic!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Dec 23, 2021
Vincent W.
Excellent venue- welcoming and relaxing and Martin is a gem- he is certainly a great asset to the owners- keep up the good work

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Dec 12, 2021
Rachael C.
Great service, really good atmosphere, and great offer of drinks

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Dec 05, 2021
Jill E.
Fabulous service, as always.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Dec 05, 2021
Pauline C.
Never cease to amaze! It’s an amazing little gin bar, the atmosphere is always good, service was was excellent! Riddling staff all talk to you, about your night or day and take your order with a smile on their face! If no one has been yet, I’d highly recommend it :-)

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 9/10
Nov 19, 2021
Margaret H.
Welcoming, good booking system, good food & great service. My friend & I had a lovely long lunch - this was our third visit.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Nov 01, 2021
Bev R.
Nothing needs improving! Staff were very helpful and friendly. Great atmosphere and easy to reserve a table. Will definitely recommend to friends and family!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 0/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Oct 17, 2021
Sue W.
Didn’t have food hence the score. Staff fantastic especially Martin who has a great personality and we will definitely go back for his banter with us, very funny.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Sep 20, 2021
Angela W.
Fantastic place to meet with friends. Great wines,cocktails and bar food.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Aug 16, 2021
Claire P.
Always a lovely welcoming environment, great service and delicious wine and nibbles!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jul 15, 2021
Helen G.
A quiet Monday night but we were well looked after :)

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jul 13, 2021
Ray B.
Excellent service, great atmosphere, friendly staff, we will be back

Overall: 10/10
Food: 5/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 8/10
Jul 05, 2021
Bethany L.
We didn't have any food, so please ignore the number scored for that. I had a wonderful time with excellent drinks. Service was good and it had a lovely atmosphere.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jul 02, 2021
Laura L.
Service was incredible, never felt more welcome in a bar. Thank-you lovely ladies we had a gorgeous afternoon - we will be back soon x

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jul 01, 2021
Karin R.
Lovely place! Very friendly staff and extremely helpful. Gorgeous vegan cake. A vegan toastie would be great. Would definitely recommend

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jun 30, 2021
Andrew C.
Loverly place and food, friendly staff

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jun 28, 2021
howard m.
Great few hours, some new staff that worked tirelessly to keep on top, very nice place will be booking again in a couple of weeks.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jun 09, 2021
Timothy S.
Friendly service and a good atmosphere. Really like the place.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
May 23, 2021
Kerry r.
Really great visit again

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
May 22, 2021
Rachel B.
Fantastic evening as always! Thanks

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
May 08, 2021
Lois M.
Looking forward to returning when Covid restrictions are lifted and we can go inside brrrrrr.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
May 07, 2021
Sarah L.
One of my favourite places on Newton High street. Always amazing service and fantastic food + drink

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
May 07, 2021
Joanne F.
Great service will be back

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
May 05, 2021
Ashliegh D.
Amazing as always, staff are just so friendly and welcoming. Support your local business!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Apr 28, 2021
Julie G.
Lovely service and helpful staff on the Gin selection when we was there. We will return soon.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Apr 24, 2021
Sharon A.
It was lovely to be able to sit outside & enjoy a lovely toasted sandwich & coffee. Great vanilla for money. Support local

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Apr 21, 2021
RHONDA W.
Always a lovely experience visiting Riddling Rack and this was no exception. Delicious food and drink and fantastic service. Never disappoints!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 9/10
Apr 20, 2021
Jill R.
I always enjoy our visits to Riddling Rack. The staff are always helpful and friendly, and other customers are pretty friendly too. I just wish the menu wasn’t so bread heavy, I don’t eat bread much.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Apr 19, 2021
Maddy C.
Very polite and prompt service, made us feel very comfortable and followed all COVID rules/guidance. Highly recommend

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Apr 18, 2021
Ruth S.
Really lovely - new menu is fantastic!

Overall: 9/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 9/10
Value: 8/10
Mar 16, 2023
Bryan P.
First time here and a first class experience. Friendly and attentive staff, delightful food, all for a reasonable price. We will return.

Overall: 9/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 9/10
Value: 9/10
Dec 14, 2022
Angie S.
Really liked the place but limited food menu.

Overall: 9/10
Food: 9/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 9/10
Value: 9/10
Oct 26, 2022
Vanessa D.
Always a pleasure! Although the meat (on the platter) was a little on the tough side this time.

Overall: 9/10
Food: 6/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 9/10
Value: 7/10
Jul 24, 2022
Deborah W.
Hello, i love the Riddling rack but think they need to be more generous with portion sizes, not much cheese on the cheese platter.

Overall: 8/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 8/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 8/10
Mar 18, 2024
Sue W.
Didn’t have my booking on the system and although it was very busy they accommodated us on a table with a later booking. As normal very cold in venue, please have heating on when cold outside as I had to keep my coat on once again

Overall: 8/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 8/10
Dec 04, 2022
Jenny C.
Little cold sat near to door. Food lovely but could have had more. Great service and nice atmosphere

Overall: 8/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 7/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 8/10
Nov 12, 2022
Elizabeth L.
We come to the RR quite often and it can be difficult to get the attention of the servers to order more drinks and when getting the bill. I would like to see them checking in with us when our drinks are getting low to see if we wanted to order more or pay the bill. Otherwise we had a lovely time.

Overall: 8/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 9/10
Value: 6/10
Oct 04, 2022
Mark R.
Service was excellent. Enjoyed the food but the vegetarian platter was not worth £13

Overall: 8/10
Food: 9/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Nov 10, 2021
Trish G.
It would be helpful when booking that you are informed the menu is only available online as we found it difficult to access due to poor signal apart from that everything was excellent

Overall: 8/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 8/10
Ambience: 5/10
Value: 6/10
Sep 06, 2021
Kath B.
Pleasant staff, polite service, lovely wine glasses. Sadly though nothing to absorb sound, so noise level uncomfortably high.

Overall: 8/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 8/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 8/10
Jul 20, 2021
Helen S.
I found having to order from an online menu on my phone a problem, as there was a very poor internet signal in the Riddling Rack. It took quite a few minutes to get to the right menu page, which was frustrating when I just wanted to relax with my daughter.

Overall: 8/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 8/10
Jun 14, 2021
Dave C.
A great place to eat and lovely atmosphere. We are lucky enough to be able to walk. Looking forward to more visits.

Overall: 8/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 8/10
Apr 29, 2021
Claire S.
Could do with some outdoor heaters or we would’ve stayed longer.

Overall: 8/10
Food: 5/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 9/10
Value: 6/10
Apr 15, 2021
Susan Q.
It was lovely to be back out, but it was very cold!

Overall: 7/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 5/10
Value: 7/10
May 13, 2023
Dianne B.
Nice visit but very quiet so not much ambience & platters wete limited on cheese choices- lots of blu - thanks

Overall: 7/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 6/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 9/10
Apr 09, 2022
Sharon W.
Ordered a bottle of fizz to go with table but it wasn’t on the table. Waitress arrived and asked for our drinks order. When I told her I’d paid for a bottle she had no idea and went away for a while only to return with it. Imagine if I wasn’t there to tell her this my surprise bottle wouldn’t have been there for my friends birthday. We ordered a cheese platter for 3 on the day but we’re give 4 knives a and forks and 2 plates. Had to go and ask for another plate and the pretzels we’d also ordered which hadn’t arrived

Overall: 7/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 8/10
Ambience: 4/10
Value: 6/10
Dec 22, 2021
Susan H.
The temperature of the restaurant was a quite cold

Overall: 7/10
Food: 7/10
Service: 6/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 5/10
Jun 12, 2021
Linda R.
Service quite slow ...not busy and plenty of staff . Can only see menu online which took us ages to load . Could do with a few laminated menus that could be wiped down for guests with no phone . Food was nice but pricey .

Overall: 7/10
Food: 4/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 4/10
Apr 27, 2021
Carol H.
Service was good. Food choice was limited. Toasties were very well done, small rounds of bread with not much filling. Disappointed as haven't experienced poor food in this bar before. I hope this was a one off were the food is concerned. Wine choice excellent. All areas kept clean.