The Grain Barge
Dine on a unique, renovated grain barge on the River Nene, serving delicious Chinese cuisine with friendly service and great value.
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The Grain Barge
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Dine on a unique, renovated grain barge on the River Nene, serving delicious Chinese cuisine with friendly service and great value.
Book Ahead
Secure your table by booking in advance, especially for weekend or evening visits.
Consider the Set Menu
A great value option offering a diverse range of popular and tasty Chinese dishes.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Chinese
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+44 1733 311967
Address
Embankment Rd, Peterborough, PE1 1YY, United Kingdom
Website
facebook.com/thegrainbarge/Highlights
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Unique Riverside Dining
Dine on a renovated grain barge moored on the River Nene, offering a distinct and memorable experience.
Value-Packed Set Menu
Enjoy a selection of flavorful starters, mains, and accompaniments at a great price, praised for its quality.
Attentive and Friendly Service
Experience a warm welcome with staff who are helpful and efficient, enhancing the overall dining atmosphere.
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Book Ahead
Secure your table by booking in advance, especially for weekend or evening visits.
Consider the Set Menu
A great value option offering a diverse range of popular and tasty Chinese dishes.
Dress for the Weather
Dining al fresco is lovely in warmer months, but bring layers in winter as it can get chilly.
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Book Ahead
Secure your table by booking in advance, especially for weekend or evening visits.
Consider the Set Menu
A great value option offering a diverse range of popular and tasty Chinese dishes.
Dress for the Weather
Dining al fresco is lovely in warmer months, but bring layers in winter as it can get chilly.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
The Grain Barge offers a unique dining experience on a floating restaurant, highly praised for its value-for-money set menus and attentive service. While some reviews mention the food being 'okay' and not the absolute best quality, many highlight the freshness and pleasant flavors, making it a solid choice for a good meal and a fun night out. The unique ambiance and friendly staff contribute to a positive overall experience, with many expressing a desire to return.
"1st visit here and absolutley loved it. Service was great the menu was well explained. We had the set menu such a good selection and just enough of each portion. Very efecient and not much waiting between each course. Great value for money."
Paul Crown
"When we arrived we were told it was a set menu evening only and we thought “bummer”. Set menu was great, for once a restaurant actually served all the “good” bits in it. From the ribs to sweet and sour chicken to bean sauce beef to crispy duck. The set menu had it all. Everything was fresh, flavours were very nice. Some things on greasy side but well within expectations and definitely not over the top. The price was very reasonable too. Not sure when we will be back in Peterborough but when we will, we will come back to The Grain Barge for sure. A+"
Mr G
"Amazing place. The service is on point and the food superb. The food is light and not greasy or salty. Very affordable restaurant and great for a night out. During weekends I would book in advance is going a bit later as it’s very busy."
Sakura Morimoto
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Grain Barge is a restaurant located on a renovated grain barge moored on the River Nene, offering a distinctive dining experience.
Yes, it is highly recommended to book in advance, especially during peak hours, weekends, or for larger groups.
The set menu is a popular choice, offering a good selection of starters and main courses at a reasonable price.
Yes, dietary needs can be met without question, including vegetarian options.
Yes, dining al fresco is possible during warmer months, offering lovely views of the river.
The Grain Barge is a great venue for parties, with dedicated spaces downstairs that can accommodate a good number of guests.
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This Peterborough restaurant serves a range of traditional Chinese dishes to be enjoyed all whilst afloat on the River Nene. It's not every day you get to enjoy a delicious meal whilst aboard a large grain barge!. One Google reviewer said: "Absolutely spot on, nice setting (if not a little rustic). Eight of us went for the set menu and we couldn't fault a dish. Crispy where it should be crispy, succulent where it should tender and fantastic value at £16.50 a head".
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