A new independent restaurant focussed on supporting LOCAL

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Looking for a great place to eat in North Herfordshire? Eight, Baldock is a cosy bar & restaurant on Whitehorse Street in Baldock. It’s the concept of local chef Kish Raheja, where supporting LOCAL is at the heart of almost everything we do. We utilise local produce including fruit & veg from our allotment less than a mile away from the restaurant.

We’re also proud to serve locally-produced gin, IPA, dry-aged beef and gelato as well as locally roasted coffee beans.

LOCAL seasonal menu & Handcrafted cocktails

Our menus are seasonally driven with a Mediterranean influence. Kish has a unique cooking style. He loves to work with the best possible produce locally available and cooks it with minimal fuss to allow the quality of the produce to shine through. Everything apart from our gelato is made in-house as Kish is passionate about making everything from scratch.

Our Bar

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Looking for a cosy spot with small plates, craft cocktails, and a welcoming atmosphere? Discover our intimate bar area, where you can savour handcrafted cocktails, locally distilled spirits, craft beers, and select wines from our curated list.

Whether you're in the mood for a drink before your meal or a bite from our delicious bar menu, our space is perfect for both. Walk-ins are always welcome, and our bar area is dog-friendly until 6 pm. Join us for a delightful experience!

Saturday Brunch

with live music*

bottomless brunch at Eight restaurant Baldock

Indulge in Bottomless Brunch!

For just £25, enjoy any item from our enticing brunch menu with free-flowing morning mimosas.

Relax from 10 am onwards while savouring one of our delightful brunch cocktails or mocktails paired with your favourite brunch dish, most of which are crafted using locally sourced produce.

And our coffee? It's something special. Roasted just three miles away in the village of Weston by Campervan Coffee, our unique blend is designed to complement both food and alcohol.

Saturday Brunch is available from 10 am to 2 pm, with our main menu launching at midday. Plus, don't forget that our bar area is dog-friendly!

Reservations are highly recommended.

Join us for our monthly live music sessions - check out our events page for upcoming dates!

Sunday Roast

Sunday is our favourite day of the week! Sundays are all focused around friends, family and loved ones all getting together to enjoy lunch alongside a glass of wine or two! It’s the one meal of the week where phones & tablets are put to one side and we enjoy the food and the company.

Our Sunday Roast menu utilises the best in locally sourced produce with our dry aged beef from Corneybury Farm, just outside Buntingford, our free range pork from Dunmow in Essex & our outdoor reared lamb from a small holding in South Cambridgeshire. See our locality sourcing page to see just how local our produce is!

Kids menu, vegan and vegetarian options are also available.

Gluten-free roasts can also be made with prior notice.

Sunday Roast is served from 12 noon to 4 pm with last reservations at 3.30 pm. Our bar area is also dog-friendly.

Booking is highly recommended. Visit our Booking page

We are recruiting

Want to join the team and work at Eight?

Are you a Chef, Sous Chef? Or want to work in catering? See our current jobs and enquiry form.

How to find us

 

We are based in Baldock Town centre

By Road
We’re a 5-minute drive from both junctions 9 & 10 of the A1(M). Head towards the centre of Baldock and we’re located on Whitehorse Street which is at the northern end of Baldock High Street. We’re right by the zebra crossing.

By Train
Baldock train station is a 2-minute walk from the restaurant and is serviced regularly by trains from London Kings Cross, Hitchin and Letchworth as well as trains from Cambridge, Royston & Ashwell. Come out of the station, walk down Station Road and head towards the traffic lights.

Turn right at the lights onto Whitehorse Street and we’re located on the left-hand side just before you get to the zebra crossing.

Parking in the town
There is ample parking on Baldock High Street which is free in the evenings. There is also parking on Whitehorse Street, again free in the evenings. There is also a car park behind the Community Centre on The Twitchell, SG7 6DN

What people are saying about Eight.
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  • What a lovely place to have dinner in Baldock!

    The atmosphere was warm and inviting, all the servers and managers were all in a good mood which made us very excited to experience the food here.The tira misu martini was exceptional. The goat cheese starter was deli but too small for sharing. The gnocchi was tasty too, it’s sure to say everything you’ll have here will be delicious and of high quality! The one note we would have is that it was sometimes hard to get the attention of our server but they were gracious with us when they were with us. I’d love to return soon :)

    Zairah Khurshid

  • Lovely intimate restaurant.

    Lovely intimate restaurant with good pricing for a fine dining experience. Food was gorgeous. The batter on the fish was a whisper in the mouth! Definitely go again.
    Sarah A

  • Welcoming and the cocktails and service are excellent.

    I've been to Eight several times, for both drinks and food. The bar area is welcoming and the cocktails and service are excellent. The food was also delicious and served with great attention to detail. I will definitely be back!
    Sally M

  • Had the delicious steak 'as Chef recommends'.

    Went to the Themed Wine Dinner night. We were served a delicious 4 course accompanied with fantastic wines and champagne to match each course. A really good quality and standard of food, drink and great atmosphere. Can’t wait for the Spanish-themed night. Had the delicious steak 'as Chef recommends' rare to medium… really tasty and delici8us attention to detail in the sauce and extras. Quality atmosphere and cosy ambience. Lovely to have a restaurant in Baldock like this one.
    Andy B

  • It's a must-visit when you're in the area!

    I visited restaurant Eight in Baldock with a friend and it was truly a memorable experience. Initially we went to have a light bite, but the food was so good that we ended up with a 3-course meal and plenty of delicious cocktails. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in Baldock. It's a must-visit when you're in the area!
    Amit P

  • Cocktails are mixed to perfection.

    I've been lucky enough to visit 4 times now. The crispy chicken dumplings and the cod cheeks are favourites of mine. Cocktails are mixed to perfection - the After Eight espresso martini is awesome! If you're going for brunch the pancakes are deliciously light and fluffy, the best I've ever tasted. All topped off with impeccable service from Kish and team!
    Gemma T

  • A fantastic addition to Baldock!

    A fantastic addition to Baldock! Everything is homemade, locally sourced and seasonal. With a fine dining twist, handmade cocktails from the brilliant Mixologist and excellent service. We've enjoyed Brunch and Sunday Roasts and cannot recommend enough! You're truly supporting a local family business when you eat or drink here. Definitely try it out - doubtful you'll be disappointed
    Bethnal B