The Bistro Everyone Is Talking About…
With a menu that blends Lancashire’s finest produce with timeless French cuisine, award-winning bistro Toms Table is renowned for its impeccable food and service. Photography: Suzanne Skeen
Nestled in a quiet courtyard in Clitheroe, Toms Table is the bistro everyone is talking about. Owners Tom and Kate Drinkall are passionate about local Lancashire produce, reducing food miles and serving up mouth-watering dishes that keep guests returning time after time.
Building on their award-winning à la carte dining with Sunday lunches and light lunch options, Toms Table also has a new arm to the business that offers bespoke event catering for every occasion.
Gin-cured salmon followed by treacle-glazed sirloin and duck-fat potatoes, with Belgian chocolate mousse for dessert – this isn’t your average Sunday lunch, it’s sumptuous, indulgent and plated to perfection.
“Every dish is created, sourced and prepared fresh by our chefs,” says Kate, whose husband Tom’s culinary prowess shines through in every bite. “Tom experiments with his flavours until he gets it absolutely perfect. With every dish, each ingredient gets the same love and attention!”
The menu is a blend of Lancashire’s finest offerings and the timeless elegance of French cuisine – testament to Tom’s commitment to both tradition and innovation.
After opening Toms Table in 2020, the bistro has been honoured with ‘Star in Tourism Award’, ‘Best Medium Business’ ‘Best Restaurant’ and most recently at the 2024 Ribble Valley Business Awards ‘Best Hospitality Business’ and the prestigious ‘Beacon Award’ for Most Inspiring Entry.
When I visited Toms Table it was buzzing with lunchtime diners, thanks to its central, yet quiet location: “Whether you’re grabbing some lunch while out shopping or indulging in our à la carte menu, we’ve got you covered,” says Kate.
Regretfully finishing my sirloin and eyeing up the ginger parkin with rhubarb before deciding on the chocolate mousse, Kate fills me in on their newest venture ‘Toms Table Weddings and Events’.
“From smaller dinner parties in your home to large weddings and celebrations in local venues, we’ll bring the same level of exceptional quality dining, great produce and impeccable service to you,” says Kate.
With Tom and Kate at the helm, one thing’s for sure – of that, I have no doubt.
Toms Table Bistro
Ground Floor, Lee Carter House
Lowergate, Clitheroe BB7 1AD
01200 422392
reservations@tomstable.co.uk
tomstable.co.uk
