TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in United Kingdom - Updated November 2024

"Booked a table using the website and got a call back from the restaurant to confirm our table was booked. We arrived 15mins early and were seated..."

Robert Williams (minty bob)

davie digi

"Nice place to eat the restruant is accessed by inside the pub up stairs.. Although you can eat in the pub.. The food was excellent. Nicely decorated..."

Sharon Grundill

"Fantastic friendly and laid back environment. Excellent selection tion of drinks and very friendly..."

FPS Gaming

"Decent grub at a reasonable price. Service was attentive and with a smile. Restaurant upstairs was peaceful, and the bar downstairs was a cosy family..."

Robert Taylor

"Very good pub with a great community. Available for bookings the Greenfield is a long standing public house serving food and quality ales for..."

Mr Darwen

"Lovely food at great prices! Warm welcome and cold beer :) Will definitely be going back with family and..."

Bernice MM

"Proper Pub. Good venue, good selection of pop! Great grub. Glad it's within walking distance! Try it, you wont be..."

Frank Coroon

"Our local great beer x great choice, good..."

Bron Halliwell

"Can highly recommend this place, bar staff nice and friendly, and the food is superb and very reasonably..."

Martyn

Ranken Arms

93/100 (1923 ratings)

Salt and Pepper Onion Rings

Curry

Fish & chips

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Salt and Pepper Chicken Goujons

Chilli Con Carne Half Rice Half Chips

Apple Crumble

Chicken and Mushroom Pot Pie of the Day

Wheelchair Accessible

Non-smoking restaurants

"WOW! This place as defiantly changed for the best since my last visit many years ago. The food was excellent, I’ve eaten in many restaurants and..."

Michael Chambers

"Been to the Rankin now a few times so i thought it was about time i wrote a review because this place knocks spots off alot of other pubs in the area..."

W “Scholesy619” Scholes

"Had a lovely birthday meal with my family felt so welcoming by staff, food was absolutely delicious, can't wait to go again..."

Jennifer Murray

"Saw some favourable reviews so decided to take a drive over one weekday afternoon and give the place a try. A car park out front with limited spaces...."

Peter O'Sullivan

"Popped in for Sunday lunch whilst on a camping trip. What a lovely pub, the staff were very friendly and courteous and the place was lovely and..."

Nicola Grady

"Lovely place,would highly recommend the food was gorgeous and the staff were very welcoming and friendly.Prices are very good,their home cooked food..."

Michelle Warland

"Had a buffet provided by Rankin last night at a nearby party and it was one of the nicest buffets I have ever had. Went for Sunday lunch the next day..."

Harry Adamson

"Excellent meal and drinks here. Clean and welcoming building. Food was exceptional, and above the usual “pub grub” standard . Staff were very..."

Curtis E. Carr

"Lovely country pub. Staff was really nice and food was beautiful. My mum had already started on her..."

Charlotte Jones

"Food really tasty and good portions sizes..."

Katie

The Old Function Room

Wheelchair Accessible

"Had my partners 60th here in October and the place was brilliant .used upstairs for potato pie supper made by Maxine ,excellent ! Great staff ,very..."

Sandra Wicker

"Booked function room for a family get together with 15 people. The buffet was amazing and the staff brought us everything we needed to make a..."

Lisa Carlin

"Went down to watch some live music and had a great night. Ended up being such good fun with guys behind the bar (who should be fronting a bar in..."

Caroline Eccles

"By far the best pub in Darwen. Great beer, good food, good staff and friendly..."

Richard Lucas

"Good atmosphere, great bar staff , very friendly and highly..."

Rob Cox

"Great pub..Great atmosphere and hosts. A good place to go if you wanna watch the footy too..not too mad. Top notch..."

Gary Barker

"Best breakfast ever. Nothing like a Sunday morning full English and this is the best bt..."

Kelly Hargreaves

"Mum's 70th birthday party was a huge success. Many thanks..The buffet was lovely and nothing was too much trouble...."

Lily Hughes

"Really friendly welcoming staff and atmosphere. I was there last night to see Dorothy and The Tin Men, amazing show..."

Felina Merrifield-Skeete

"Good range of beers/lagers, great land lady and good friendly..."

Terry Wild

"Went to a Saturday night live music gig last night, New favourite venue!! Was a good level busy and everyone in there was having a right ball, mixed..."

Daryll Smith

"Great pub, fantastic Landlady and staff. Great range of ales and entertainment..."

Bev Cox

"Sunday chicken dinner is amazing we love it ..."

Fiona Gibson

"Cracking Community Pub... great stalk..."

Tony Simon

"Great place to go ... warm and friendly bar staff .. good choices of beers and drinks..."

Debbie Ashworth

"Welcoming and clean environment. Excellent food and service. Maxine and her team go above and beyond. Can recommend for parties, wakes, celebrations..."

sandi scott

"Wishing Andy & the team every success. Great atmosphere long may it..."

Bron Halliwell

"Nice place with some great artists/bands on and the bar staff are always friendly. The main issue this place has is damp and mold. It really does let..."

Norwich Eve

"We had been to a funeral and the wake was at the function room staff very polite and served quickly, the food was delicious would..."

Linda Wallace

"We visited this Bar when passing and glad we did. The atmosphere was really nice, very relaxed and friendly. Allows dogs which is a bonus. There is a..."

Sophie Whitehead

"Awesome pub! Great..."

James Entwistle

"Some good entertainment and good prices for..."

Matt H

"Love monday bingo..the staff are amazing. Mazine goes above and beyond..Great food..Simon is a fantastic..."

JACQUI Young

"Popped In one weekend to get some water for the dogs and stayed to watched the football with a few cokes. It was a lovely place but we felt watched..."

Danial Roberts

"Maxine and the team have this place right, customer is focus and plenty of choice on beers 🍻. Breakfast is excellent and well priced and with..."

Michael Grimshaw

Cin Cin

"The best place for a drink in darwen, the quality of the drinks are the quality I expect in Manchester or London. Honestly wish I could live there...."

Hope Jessica Barnes

"What a little hidden gem, can get hectic when busy as it is small. We had the cocktails and they were to die..."

Rebecca Waite

"Chilled atmosphere, friendly and fast bar service, amazing variety of drink, and easily the nicest bar to visit in Darwen!..."

Lucy Louise

"It’s all about the garnish. Gin is Gin. The garnish isn’t. Cin Cin was adept and comfortable with customer request. A beautiful bar with..."

Phil O'Rourke

"The best thing to happen to Darwen for a long time, a hidden gem! My favourite bar � the decór, atmosphere, staff and drinks are all..."

Jessica Leliuga

"Amazing little bar with Dom the king of cocktails at the helm! Great staff and lovely atomosphere. Had friends from Preston and Blackpool over last..."

Wendy Wright

"Great bar with the best door staff I’ve ever met..."

James N Dicko

"Went for the music festival sat outside in the tent with the hay stacks great atmosphere and lovely staff..."

Sarah Slater

"Lovely bar, love the lay out of it, lovely friendly bar staff ( my daughter being one of them ��) piccy of the burger chips and coleslaw looks..."

Angela Bolton White

"Fantastic atmosphere, lovely staff and a really friendly..."

Jonathan Lindley

"Lovely hidden gem in Darwen, nice atmosphere and deco and great selection of gins..."

Alfie BadaBing Staffa

"Fab place, lovely atmosphere and great gin, although missed the orange peel in the Liverpool Valencia tonight, also wasn't keen on the miserable girl..."

Gemma Bullen

"Cin Cin! One of the best bars to visit in Darwen, spectacular choice of drinks with each having fulfilled flavour! Regular visitor here..."

Connor Brookes

"What a fabulous place.....classy stylish.....under stated......impressive. The drinks are very good and if you chat to the bar staff they will make..."

DD DD

"Very friendly staff and atmosphere..."

Tracey Wane

"This place is soo nice ,the drinks are amazing the cocktails are to die for . The bathrooms are so trendy and the place is clean, definitely..."

nicola clarke

"Great place to go and have a drink, staff are friendly and welcoming, and even the door staff are great friendly and inviting and willing to engage..."

Garry Pearson

"Great staff, great bar and a great atmosphere. We're lucky to have a bar like this in Darwen. Looking forward to being able to return post..."

James Baker

"Brilliant atmosphere and very friendly staff. Drinks are presented beautifully and they have a vast menu of different Gin's and..."

Kath Farrimond

"Great place for a night out. Fantastic cocktails and a large variety of Gins. The staff are friendly and helpful and I felt very..."

Tom Lowe

"Great cocktails, great tunes, huge selection of gin and whiskey, decor is beaut, staff are very friendly and knowledgeable . . Definitely worth a..."

Dale Grogan

"Lovely bar great outdoors area and cur system at the bar is fab. Plus highly recommend the rubarb gin..."

Nichola Shaw

Number 39 Hopstar Brewery Tap

"Great crowd for the C90s gig. Rock and Roll with a little..."

Owen

"Great pub. Great beer. Lovely prople. Nice little drinking area at..."

Chris Schofield

"Awesome live music venue in Darwin. Fantastic staff. Amazing crowd. Brilliant atmosphere..."

Natalie McGhee

"Great little small live music venue..Good selection of beers at a competitive..."

Gary Cockcroft

"Chilled atmosphere, nice pint and open mic guests last thursday every month. Worth a visit and..."

Angela Stancliffe

"Nice place, good selection of drinks, only been a few times but will come..."

Dean Kenny

"New owners will be taking over in January 2020 after ten brilliant years of Number 39. The end of an era for the best small music venue..."

Gary Ward

"Nice bar, good speedy service, well kept..."

Christopher Hunt

"Nice atmosphere. Music orientated, so there's live music and decent music playing in the background when not. Very relaxing and..."

Darren Westhead

"Has an excellent range of freshly brewed ales all on hand pumps. I had Up t'mill which was 3.8% and was smooth and very moreish. The atmosphere was..."

Richard Stancliffe

The Royal Arms

91/100 (1897 ratings)

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Full english breakfast

Cajun Chicken Sandwich

Fish chips and mushy peas

Cappuccino with Homemade Cinnamon Shortbread

Salad

Coffee and Guinness Brisket Burger and Fries

Tuna Barm

Egg Mayonnaise Barm

Apple and Cinnamon Crumble with Creamy Custard

"Great pub, warm welcome from all the staff and excellent, homemade food. 4 of us had the coffee and Guinness braised brisket burger, buttermilk..."

Christine Mero

"Some good food and beer yesterday at the Royal followed by some nice walking. Excellent sirloin steak off the specials board (well cooked and a good..."

Malcolm Bullock

"Called in here for breakfast before walking up to jubilee Tower. The service was excellent, the staff are very friendly and helpful and the..."

Karl Price

"Absolutely brilliant cafe cross gastro pub out, isolated out in the heart of the jaw dropping, unbelievably scenic west Pennines. Brilliant menu...."

Simon RD

"This pub has two Wonderfull welcoming hosts and are so passionate about their restaurant/pub. We were so happy to stay in our camper van on the car..."

Mike Kilbride

"Lovely home made food, tasty pizza, fish and chips, cheese onion pie, friendly welcoming staff. Great value for money. We all enjoyed the evening...."

Arlene Todd (Arlene)

"Beautiful little pub, friendly staff and well kept. Fantastic service and friendly atmosphere. Food was superb. Will definitely be visiting..."

Keiran Lord

"Recently renovated with a massive extension on the side, pity they didn't smarten up the old part at the same time. However, they've erected a large..."

Jan Rhodes

"Great little pub with great staff and great food. In the middle of nowhere you would expect high prices, definitely not the case. They have a large..."

Neil Mckavett

"Great for a beer and some food in the sunshine. Plenty on the menu to go at and at a reasonable price. Great range of beers and wines for all..."

Robert Weatherhead

Zest Cafe Lounge

91/100 (22441 ratings)

Cheese Board of Heaven

Wheelchair Accessible

"Since finding this hidden gem, I've been quite a few times, service is fast & friendly, the steak is always cooked perfectly, the blue cheese sauce..."

Emma Slater

"Had the pleasure of having two Christmas meals at Zest, all cooked Slimming World friendly on request for us. Fantastic food, great atmosphere and..."

Xiana Fowles

"The afternoon tea was lovely. You could see the effort that had gone into it. The special sausage roll and the mini Yorkshire puddings with roast..."

Deborah Huddleston

"I definitely need to visit here more often, went for Brekkie this morning with a hangover and it sorted me RIGHT out! Really well priced, great food..."

Cameron Murray

"Came for Valentine's afternoon tea with children, also for mothers day afternoon tea the staff are fantastic with children the food was 5 star very..."

Nikki Gregson

"Elise and I loved the breakfast with Santa morning, they kept her entertained with arts and crafts and breakfast, pass the parcel and then to end it..."

Ann Littler

"Utterly amazing drinks (recommend the milkshakes!) The staff are as nice and as funny as can be. The food is amazing, so is the presentation it is..."

tim mckenna

"Absolutely the best full breakfast eva plus cleanliness 101% and staff it's a must to..."

John Duffy

"Went for a Halloween themed afternoon tea, kids loved it and the venue looked nice with another Halloween decorations! Not only did the offer kids..."

Kirby B

"Really really nice good here. Cocktails are also fabulous and great value..."

Kirt Birney

"A great sausage and bacon butty at a reasonable price. Will definitely be getting some food from this place..."

ben thomas

"My mum has asked me to write a review as she was so happy with her afternoon tea at Zest. She has to have gluten free food due to having coeliac..."

Jennifer Dickenson

"Lovely little place and very busy. Reasonably priced with a good..."

Amanda Hogg

"Really good food! Little and comfortable..."

MissLozzyMayo

"I love suprises and Zest is one of them. I had seen the place from the road but never bothered trying it out. That has been my mistake having lived..."

David

"Zest is a delightful cafe lounge, it is small and only has several inside tables but they are well spaced and pleasantly furnished. There are a few..."

Joel David

"Top notch full English at this little cafe. Called in today and was impressed by the speedy service, very polite and cheery staff and fair..."

J H

"This is such a terrific little cafe. Very reasonably priced for food and drinks. Their cocktails are amazing, and the food is great for all the..."

Julie Toplis (Jue)

"Thank you Zest for supplying the lovely supper of meat & potato pie and cheese & onion pie for our Golden Wedding party. It was enjoyed by..."

Wendy Gegson

"spot on grub here and at a price you can't even make it at home for defo..."

Anthony Mather

"We had our silver wedding family party there . The staff and food was excellent. Nothing too much trouble . Plus Thursday night steak night is..."

ann warnock

"Lovely little cafe and the food was amazing. The service was fantastic and the cocktails were really nice. Will definitely been going again..."

Amie Mercer

"Good food, plenty of choice, good coffee, friendly service, great..."

Glenda Parkinson

"Zest cafe lounge is a wonderful place to be. There is a large selection of food which is amazing. The drinks are fantastic. Overall I'd say its the..."

Teagan Greenwood

"Went to the Zest Tapas night and oh my word! Food was just amazing! Every single dish was gorgeous! I will most definitely be coming back..."

Vicky Stevenson

Black Bull Inn

Bottle Conditioned Beer

"I was visiting family this weekend.. im from Bristol.. realy enjoyed the place very busy was surprised they dont do food as i thought every pub did..."

Cheryl Ann Stephenson

"Great beers, relaxed atmosphere and friendly bar staff. Anyone that likes real ales should pay this pub a visit, i do on a regular..."

Craig Seed

"Best real ale in Lancashire! My go to pub despite being 45 minutes away, it's well worth..."

Bex Molyneaux

"I loved the real ale and the atmosphere was fabulous. No music which made for good conversation. Best pub in..."

Rita Hornby

"Absolutely amazing beer festival, enjoyed every minute..."

Danusia Sudnik

"Absolutely cracking. Love this pub love, the beers, and the staff r all very..."

Robert Moorcroft

"Love this pub .. been loads of times even took a coach load of camra drinkers there last year .. I love there ale that much I buy it off..."

Lee Burner

"Best Guinness . Good beer . Traditional..."

Christine Slater

"Had a really good day at the beer festival brilliant atmosphere..."

Zoe Roe

"Fantastic pub, ale and service. Great atmosphere and we always get looked after by the Bell family. Huge pub garden with excellent views across the..."

Steven Thomas

"Busy little pub and brewery. Lovely staff and great real ale selection. Very well priced. No music, which is a refreshing change. Bar snacks were..."

Nick Houghton

"Good pub serving their own fantastic beer. Not often you see a mild on tap and it was particularly..."

Simon Newall

"Great brewery with all its own beers and ales on site and with a warm welcome from all the locals. Peat burning on the open fire so what's there not..."

Chris Shaw

"Staff are always welcoming and friendly, pub and garden area is good and homely. Great..."

Emma McNeil

"Great pub with nice friendly atmosphere. Good service and..."

Neill Dickson

"Gutted no bee blonde on today as it's being brewed. Still the BB bitter was a worthy substitute, always class and still a fine selection of beers on..."

william haworth

"Really quirky inside. Never seen as many different beers. Relaxing friendly..."

Adele Devitt

"Went to the opening day for Three Bees however many years ago, and every time I'm back in my home town I visit again. Great selection of ales brewed..."

Jay Eccles

"Nice pub with a range of guest beers..."

Roberts Gary

Victoria Hotel

"Made to feel very welcome by staff and the people who ho in nice outside and very..."

Tracey Wane

"Great atmosphere good staff and..."

John Trevor Jones

"Absolutely fantastic Sunday Dinner at the Vic, great service, amazing food and more than reasonable price! Thanks Emma, we'll be back..."

Samantha Wood

"Great choice of drinks, warm and friendly environment. Excellent..."

Daniel West

"Great as always. Welcomed by Emma. Perfect pint and lovely seating area. Inside or..."

Jade amber

"Brilliant atmosphere, good selection of drinks, both alcohol & alcohol free, done up beautifully & Emma Whittaker is the perfect hostess. All u need..."

sam watson

"Lovely place, nice people good beer. Cracking..."

Ian Allen

"Lovely pub, made 40 of us welcome as we stopped for a pre match..."

Dave Birkin

"Great pub friendly people with a good atmosphere and lovely bar staff highly..."

stephen haworth

"Good pub, well priced and good..."

Steven T

The Taps Bar

88/100 (1009 ratings)

"Came here Friday night with my work friends watched the amazing Rachael green who had the place bouncing. The bar staff were so friendly and by the..."

Laura Marrs

"Great people, always very welcoming and top cocktails and ales.... a place with a nice fusion of art and..."

Luko Andrew Tom Manos

"Such a good little place for a drink and some music, and the beer is on point..."

Grant Walker

"Had a amazing night at the taps bar for my son's 30th Amazing food! Very friendly helpful staff And amazing gin and vodka and at a decent price..."

Linda Veralyn Lomax

"We’ve only ever been in for a drink before but always had a fab night with a great atmosphere and some really good live acts. Tonight we sampled..."

Mikaela Evans

"Love this bar. Friendly staff great beer and the food is excellent x x Def recommend..."

Cheryl Shaw

"I agree with Alfie top bar ! Well done Gary and staff ! All the best for the new..."

Thomas Felix Fox

"A great little bat with excellent food, lovely staff, great music and a relaxed atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit...."

Hayley Capitelli

"Had a selection from the tapas menu and it was absolutely superb! I'd Highly recommend booking a table to eat here! (say Hi to..."

Pete Brogden

"Absolutely love it food top and had my first apple vodka my favourite place so chilled..."

Vivien Aspden

"4 of us went for a meal last night. Stuffed after our starters which were delicious as were the main courses. We were the only diners upstairs which..."

Jan Walkden

"This place is always spot on whether you want something to eat quietly or to dance on a barrel at Christmas..."

Joyce Beck

"Best bar in town ... beer music food. What else do you need..."

Alfie BadaBing Staffa

"A fantastic bar with a great chilled atmosphere. I can't wait to go back and would recommend it to anyone..."

Robert Humphreys

"Great service, lovely food, 10/10. Highly recommend people to try..."

Angela McKeefery

"Brilliant street food and beer, friendly staff and fun menu..."

Darrel Isherwood

"Enjoyed our date night there. Cool little place, good selection of ales and cocktails. Menu is great and plenty of options and it tasted great. Have..."

Mike Collins

"Stayed here for our silver wedding anniversary. Lovely hotel with excellent views of Mellieha..."

Valerie-Joy Grindrod

"Great food and drink and a friendly..."

Leanne Duxbury

"Staff at The Taps were very friendly. Good selection of cocktails and delicious burgers! Dog friendly as..."

Rick Cannon

"Visited today for the first time. Really friendly staff and the food was amazing. We will definitely be back for more food and a night out when we..."

Katie Brydon

"Cracking welcome and great service ar Taps. Table of 7 + a dog looked after with brilliant service. Good drink selection and honest food with..."

Leo Gebbie

"Great little bar. Decent selection of beer and nice staff. It's actually a lot larger than it looks from the outside with plenty of seating..."

Carl Walker-Ingham

"Nice venue. I went here for a baby shower and they catered. They also provided catered food but didnt have many gluten and dairy free options. A few..."

Nicola Newberry

"Top Venue, nice selection of drinks and a nice place to go if you like to have a conversation instead of booming music. God I'm..."

Antony Barnes

"Lovely little place, delish food and friendly staff especially Ryan the chef, would definitely recommend a..."

angela omalley

"Good choice of beers, shame the first two I chose weren't available but good atmosphere on a Friday..."

Michael Howarth

"Love this place. Quant little quirky place. Staff are brilliant and always friendly. Good menu with a wide choice served beautifully. Eating area..."

Toni Dugdale

"Prices not to bad small bar with a great atmosphere was only going in for one but we ended up staying for about 2 hours top..."

Kathryn Kirby (Kath)

"First time visiting this place, lovely little bar, good atmosphere and lovely staff...."

Sean Peel

"Love this place and it’s decor. Only a small selection of beers but this is the place to try your..."

John Rutherford

"Although only a smallish venue, Great food, beers, and service. Staff were polite and very accomodating. Would recommend a visit. Enjoyable..."

john blackledge

"Cool little place, served straight away with shots and the girls behind the bar were so friendly and nice. The decor is nice too... I'd definitely..."

Vicky Stevenson

The Rock Inn

86/100 (2065 ratings)

Steak and Garlic Mushrooms

Roast Beef

Continental Cheese Board

Free off-street parking

Non-smoking restaurants

"Brilliant food, brilliant value for money, staff extremely friendly and welcoming and a lovely cosy atmosphere! I couldn't recommend this place..."

Katie Parker

"All the staff were most happy to accommodate myself. Visited on a thursday night .but the place was quite full . Well organised and always staff on..."

Graham Eastwood

"Went to the rock tonight for the first time this evening and I have to say it did not disappoint. The food was delicious and good value for money...."

Joanna Litherland

"Visited this superb pub restaurant twice since it reopened. The food is always first class and the staff polite, welcoming and attentive. Would..."

sara waring

"Great to see Vass is back to doing what he does best. Great views, food, drinks and service. Great staff. We will definitely be back. Thank..."

Julie Marr

"We enjoyed our meal and bottle of wine. Prices were very fair. We were celebrating our 49th Wedding Anniversary. The owner came to speak to us, and..."

Julie Bolton

"Fantastic pizzas - the gluten free base is a brilliant taste, just like a traditional base, and at no extra cost. Fresh (tasty) ingredients, lovely..."

Claire Marsden

"A real treat just popping into The Rock tonight. Great atmosphere, superb food and such friendly and efficient staff. Will certainly be back. Also..."

Phil Warriner

"Not from the area, made very welcome by staff & locals. Very helpful in giving us directions back to where we needed to go. Will definitely visit..."

lynn smith

"Very lovely home cooked food with dinner dishes of Cypriot influence and others more typical pub food. Cooked well and there's always a warm welcome...."

Steve Maudsley

"Just a quick post saying how great the staff were last night. Blackburn Road Runners used the pub as a base for a run and 35 plus diners came back..."

John Clucas

"Great food, great staff, everything you need in a local ran restaurant, keep up the good work guys..."

Andrew Otoole

"My sister’s fella held a fell race event from this pub last week and it was excellent! The staff working there were super friendly and helpful, the..."

Joanne Jackson

"What a great place this is. The food is amazing friendly staff good choice and super tasty. Just had Pollo Tockoles delicious 😋, highly..."

Steven

"Absolutely fabulous service, food and atmosphere. Salt and pepper chips are to die for and the pizza melts in your mouth! Will always come..."

Raz King

"Cannot find a single fault. Lovely staff, beautiful setting, incredible food. Felt at ease even with a 5 and a 4 year old. We will certainly be..."

Paul B

"We had a lovely welcome when we arrived.All the staff were lovely.Zoe was such a friendly hard working lady.A great menu with a good choice and the..."

Ann Fish

Craven Heifer

86/100 (2891 ratings)

Death by Chocolate Sundae

Donner kebab

Hanging Chicken Skewers with Chunky Fries

Cider

Jaffa Cake Cheese Cake

Spaghetti Meatballs Served with Garlic Bread

28oz Steak

Prawm and Salmon Salad

Beef

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Roast Beef Sunday Lunch

Salmon

Tomato and Basil Soup

Cajun Chicken Burger

Half Roasted Chicken

Cheesecake of the Day

Pan Fried Fillet of Salmon

Accepts American Express

Free off-street parking

Wheelchair Accessible

"Lovely food and really good value for money. Big portions Staff were fantastic, warm and welcoming. The pub has a lovely atmosphere, nice interior..."

Flo Butcher

"Didn't eat today but had a glass of wine. It was a good price so will definitely go..."

Susan Jones

"Excellent meals, my portion was huge. Had the ‘special’ chicken curry, Bombay potatoes, rice and Nan. Slightly spicier than I would normally..."

Andrea Riley

"Really good filling meal. Cumberland sausage for Toad in the hole with Mash, veg and gravy. My better half enjoyed her cheese and onion pie and..."

Brad Langford

"I visited the Craven Heifer recently on a busy Saturday night. It was my second visit. I was with my daughter and son in law. We were advised on..."

Vernon Mitchell

"Lovely meal but was daunted about the entrance. It's the first time we visited. The dining room is upstairs so we had to walk through the "pub"..."

Patricia Francis

"Great place. Super busy Sunday afternoon. Kids okay until 9p.m. Decent pint of Theakstons..."

Hugh Ortega Breton

"Always come here for a drink and some dinner, the roast is lovely not had a bad meal here. Lovely beer garden..."

RB 14

"Lovely little local pub. Very friendly staff, great atmosphere and gorgeous..."

Sophie Whitehead

"Excellent food and service . Very clean..."

Eddie Hulme

The Crown And Thistle

86/100 (2631 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"This has to be one of the best pubs i have visited - ever! Welcoming, great food, kind and friendly staff. They allow dogs in and even the customers..."

Gail Hadfield-Grainger

"Really nice cosy pub set out the way in the countryside. Had a really nice lunch the menu was great. Will definitely visit again the starter tapas..."

aidy salisbury

"The Crown and Thistle is a pub/eatery that is out of the way on the Roman Road in Hoddlesden. We were out on a Bank Holiday looking for a decent pub..."

Ryan Shields

"Ordered the Sunday roast take out and trio of deserts and was not disappointed. Roast was piping hot and all cooked fresh, and such big portions...."

michelle goodwin

"Considering this is a small restaurant in the middle of the countryside, it served me some of the best food I've eaten. I went on a Wednesday and..."

Elliott Appleby

"What a great pub this is. Had the lunch menu and wow what great value and fabulous quality as well. The surroundings are very old school pub meets..."

DD DD

"Fantastic food and massive portions. Lovely decor. Just a warning even though they offer free WiFi. You will struggle to get any signal so its a..."

Samantha Nelson

"The best Cheese & onion pie I've had, and amazing home made chips. Brilliant service. Will be back..."

Ellie Smith

"Very friendly service and atmosphere. Good food. Highly recommended..."

Faz Patel

"Really lovely and delicious food! Staff were super..."

Erin Louise Hindle

The Bridgewater

75/100 (2283 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Popped into here for something to eat and was not disappointed. They offer some pretty decent burger options but we saw that they did small tapas..."

Brad Langford

"Brilliant tasty food, staff are very friendly , and brilliant service from Jenna definitely recommend ❤️and great for children too with changing..."

Rachel Hughes

"Pros *Lovely place to eat. *Dog friendly *Great food *Clean toilets *Nice staff-even got our dogs a bowl of water. Cons *Floors very sticky *The..."

Mel Dawson

"I am disabled and a wheelchair user: The staff did everything they could to make my experience a happy one. I had a pleasant afternoon. I will call..."

Martin Fox

"The food is always a great treat, me and the misses love coming here and getting a cheap meal that is always above expectation. If you are looking..."

Danial Roberts

"Got absolutely spangled last night and lost my wallet but the staff kept it safe for me and picked it up today! Thanks..."

Jack

"Amazing little boozer! Always a warm welcome off Jess. Great for sport, food and a belting night..."

Craig Tomlinson

"Called in for a couple of jugs of cocktails the guy who served us was lovely and friendly. Cheap cocktails great service can't go..."

Amanda Hogg

"I can in today for some breakfast and it’s a fantastic pub with a good atmosphere and good quality food! I was served by Megan, she was polite and..."

Sid Collins

"The festive pie is absolutely 💯 delicious definitely recommended a try over the festive season staff are really lovely too..."

Hayley Holden

"Amazing venue in the heart of town, always lovely service off Jess and Wendy! Nothing ever too much..."

Kevin Kearney

"Sat down and treated myself and associates to a cheeky little lunch and some pitchers. Must say Jenna, rocked up happy as can be to clear the table,..."

Aaron

"The establishment is amazing, the food is delicious (Definitely try the Gammon), and the service is a respectable wait at most times. Definitely..."

Joey Clarke

"What a great pub! Great live music for a wide range of ages. Everyone seemed to be out to enjoy with no trouble and a great welcome from a friendly..."

Steven Rees

"Great ale selection, friendly staff especially Jess and best place for a night..."

Peter

"Been coming here for breakfast over the last few Saturdays after hearing about it from friends. It's brilliant! Nice and relaxed, great food,..."

Malc Bury

"Great food, quick service and good with my..."

Emma G

"Went for drinks was served by Cara excellent service will be going..."

amy welsh

"Called in for drinks and evening meal..had the fish and chips..food menu competitively prices ..prompt service and plenty of TV screens if you want..."

Gary Cockcroft

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"Visited while passing through Darwen. What an absolute stunning building! They have done a fantastic job and shows in this majestic building and its..."

Paul Wirral

"Good to have choice of ordering either at the bar or using the app. App was easy to use. Food is great for the price you pay. Staff were friendly and..."

abdnobdinal

"You get your monies worth plus any chef who brings you a steak looking like this you go back 👍👌 keep hold of him 🤗 6.10 2023 another..."

Hayley Holden

"Food easy met expectations. Service a little slow, but a fabulous building with 3 hours free parking..."

Les Hargreaves

"Best Wetherspoons this one, food is generally good. Always have someone working the floor so tables spotless for a spoons. Staff are excellent..."

Christian

"Nice and clean. Nice building and great views from upstairs seating area. Service and food was faultless. Thanks Free parking outside..."

Anonymous Clearview

"Having been to over 200 Wetherspoons, this is one of the best restored examples I have been in. Most Wetherspoon's are much the same for service and..."

Ian Campbell

"Food good but it is like eating in a dungeon it is so dark could do with better..."

Amanda Anderton

"Two floors big room. 12 handpulls.8 real ales on good atmosphere. Service good staff..."

Thomas Alexander

"Decent food especially for the..."

Mark

"The food was the standard weatherspoons food, great location, friendly staff, quick service as expected from Weatherspoons. Overall a good..."

Andy Ashton

"It's nice the best pub I have ever been to. It's just the crisps are not nice. But I like it there rating 5..."

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"I'm planning to have another meal. But unfortunately I won't be getting the fish as they are a bit on the small side, not value money. But I have yet..."

christophrer harrison

"Brilliant visit as always. It's a 'spoons. Know what you're getting and it always..."

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