The Wandering Duck

Great choice of food and drinks available. All the staff are friendly and accommodate each persons special requests regarding the food. I can't fault their Smashed avocado on sourdough with poached egg. It's definitely the best around. The only issue I have found is that sometimes it can be so busy, and you can't get a table. It's definitely worth a visit, and I think you will go back again and again just like us.😁👍

Fantastic, friendly, relaxed little restaurant with character and charm. Great choice of breakfast, brunch and lunch. Five of us had breakfasts which came to £80 including drinks (incl 2 beers for my brother who had just finished night shift so that's ok 🤣). Three of us are veggie and the food is clearly marked as veggie friendly where applicable.
The Wandering Duck was only a five minute wander from our apartment which was great. This delightful restaurant was recommended to us and we will be delighted to recommend it to you. ❤

Delicious food every single time we go and the value for money is great

The best place for brunch/lunch in Darlington. Have never had a disappointing meal here and today was no exception - steak sandwich was cooked beautifully and had great flavours, Chicken Salad was so fresh and packed full of delicious items (big juicy olives, fresh crumbly feta, beautifully spiced chicken). Service was as good as ever and can’t wait to go back.

Visited last week for a late breakfast with my friend. The food was really lovely. Staff were really polite and friendly. The place looked clean and tidy. Would definitely recommend and will be visiting again.

Today was my first visit after hearing many good things. Decided to go for the May brunch special, Turkish Eggs, poached eggs on garlic and lemon yoghurt with chilli and oil served with toasted sour dough bread. Yes, it sounds a bit bizarre but was absolutely delicious. I am very much hoping to find an excuse to go again very soon. The service was spot on and the prices are very reasonable for the high quality food served.

Gorgeous food.
Amazing staff.
Just a really brilliant little place.
Will be back asap.

I have walked by this place countless times and ate here (finally) the food was delicious, the staff were friendly and the restaurant although small felt like a very nice place to be. A true gem in an otherwise grey place

I saw some very good reviews by others, so I gave it a try. 5 stars! I had the breakfast bagel it was excellent. Nice staff and cosy atmosphere. Near the centre of Darlington. The Wandering duck is well worth a look. Thanks.

A lovely impromptu lunch, we hadn't reserved just walked in and luckily there was a table for 2. I had the open bacon and brie sandwich, and my friend had the eggs benedict. Was bloomin delicious 😋

Gorgeous food, and super quick service. Sourdough bread is incredibly soft and freshly baked. And the mocha is a definite yes. Perfect brunch place in Darlington. Lovely staff also.

First time we've visited and we weren't disappointed. Lovely food and drink, lovely surroundings and a lovely atmosphere. We'll be back!

Lovely food and the atmosphere is very chilled. Friendly service

Best brunch in town!
I had Egg Benedict last visit and Breakfast Bagel this time. Recommend

I'd usually associate tapas with Spanish food or even Greek (if you're used to the other tapas restaurant in town) but this adds a little more variation to the menu which include French and Moroccan dishes as well as others while keeping the menu relatively small.

The food is of really good quality.
A good (but small) selection of quality beers/lagers.
Pricey but worth it.

I recommend the "Lucky Buddah" bottled lager.

Lovely lil rustic café on Grange street. Perfect for brunch, lunch and cocktails. I had grilled halloumi flatbread with salad and crisps. Yuummm. Very nice staff as well, quick service

A little bit of Shoreditch in Darlington! Great place for Sunday brunch. Popped in late morning for an avocado toast and poachie and latte. Sourdough was spot on, the whole did good brunch duty and (unlike Shoreditch) very reasonably priced. Pleasant buzzy vibe in the place from a nice Sunday clientele.

If you're stuck for brunch in Darlington, don't be. Thoroughly recommend.

Visited the area today to buy a vehicle .. stopped for a breakfast as was extremely impressed !!! Highly recommended 👏

Have visited a number of times and have always had wonderful food and the staff are very attentive and friendly, first time I've had the full English last week and can honestly say its the best one ever .Will be back soon without a doubt .

Tapas and cocktails. Really nice. Staff were friendly, attentive and helpful. Good is great. A simple selection of dishes actually cover quite a broad palette. All done well.

Cocktails are made very well. Balanced and skilled. Even the soda and lime was good!