Lancashire restaurant becomes only 5th in county to receive 3 AA Rosette status
The restaurant underwent a major makeover last year.
A West Lancashire restaurant has become only the fifth in the county to gain 3 AA Rosette status.
So-lo, in Aughton, which is run by chef Tim Allen and his wife Mag, already has a Michelin star, and was given the AA status last nigh, for achieving culinary standards ‘that demand national recognition well beyond their local area’.
An AA inspector decribed the restaurant’s fayre as “Exciting modern cooking in neighbourhood favourite."
The AA desciption adds: “In the well-to-do West Lancashire village of Aughton, within easy reach from Liverpool and Manchester, sō-lō Restaurant is the first solo venture from celebrated chef Tim Allen and his wife. Originally a pub, the site has been fully repositioned as a contemporary neighbourhood restaurant with modern artwork on the walls, wooden floors and an approachable, rather than formal, feel throughout.
“Beside the host desk at the entrance, a large bar forms an important part of the arrival experience and the open kitchen in the dining room contributes strongly to the overall atmosphere. A young team delivers polished but relaxed service that has none of the stiffness that can be associated with fine dining.”
“Incredibly proud”
A spokesman for so-lo said: “ We’re incredibly proud to have been awarded 3 AA Rosettes, with Tim and Mag heading down to London to attend the awards and collect our plate.
“Recognition like this means so much to us and is a reflection of the hard work, passion and attention to detail that goes into everything we do at sō-lō. A huge thank you to our brilliant team, our suppliers and, of course, every guest who continues to visit and support us. We couldn’t do it without you.We’re very proud to bring this one home to Aughton.”
Other Lancashire restaurants with the same accolade are the White Swan at Fence, The Barn at Moor Hall, Aughton, Aven in Preston and The Freemasons at Wiswell.