Bar cuisine: the best places to taste it in Melbourne

6 restaurant menus in United Kingdom, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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The John Thompson Inn & Brewery
The John Thompson Inn & Brewery
100/100 (416 ratings)
Bars & Pubs
Restaurants
Bars & Pubs
Pub
British
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
British
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Dinner
Sandwiches
Puddings
Roast Potatoes
Beef
Salad
Roast Beef
Sit down
Pub
British
Bar
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Validated Parking
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Popped in for a quick pint on the way home from Calke Abbey, and decided to return to following week for a carvery. Service is always top notch, and..."
Benjamin Shaw
"Our first visit. Lovely old pub. The carvery was very popular, it seems. Good quality and quantity. Other mains were also of good quality. Desserts..."
Andy C
"sunday lunch carvery was delicious. Generous portions of meat with all the trimmings and plenty of choice of vegetables. Warm and friendly pub..."
Rachel Younger
"Didn't stay came for lunch. One member of our party was quite ill. Thank you to bar person James whom managed to sort out using first aid..."
Julee Powl
"First trip here for a Sunday carvery and it was very pleasant. Staff alert and attentive, food was hot, tasty and good value for money. Sticky..."
David Icke
"We went for a walk around the area and then called in for some light refreshments. I asked for a pint of JT, only to find out they no longer brew..."
Phil Muir
"We came here for food and drink so couldn't rate the rooms. Service and food was lovely and the location was beautiful. Perfect country pub..."
Sarah Bolton
"Nice pub with carvery on Wednesday. No cask ales or spectacular gins. Large car park and log cabins for overnight. Location is ideal for hiking..."
D. Roberts
"Lovely location and lovely countryside pub with a lively atmosphere. Excellent food with lovely staff to serve you. Good choice and always an..."
David Grocott
"Stayed here for 3 nights, food is so delicious, and great value for money,great scenery, peaceful time,lovely friendly people who work at the..."
Kiran Mann
"Popped in for a drink after a walk midweek, looked.lovely inside and plays a wonderfully chilled playlist. Great or a summers..."
Beverley Barker
"Stopped in for lunch after a nice walk. Friendly and great food...."
Ryan Dunn
"Lovely atmosphere, very professional service. Meal was very good quality and plenty of..."
Selina Lane
"We love the John Thompson. Staff are always super friendly and the food is..."
Naomi Gladwell
"A gem! Delicious and generous carvery. Staff are friendly, attentive and quick. Definitely..."
Chrisna Vergottini-Mason
"Good value mid week carvery very nice roast..."
Mark Wagstaff
"Visited Sunday with wife and our cocker spaniel. Fantastic service and an amazing carvery. Treats galore for our dog with lots of attention given..."
Dale Carter
Harpurs Of Melbourne
Harpurs Of Melbourne
100/100 (1930 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Pub
Bar
Vegan Options
Pub
British
British
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Breakfast
Brunch
After-hours
Dinner
Full breakfast
Pancakes with Berries Yoghurt and Maple Shrup
Salmon
Sandwiches
Vegan breakfast
Seabass with Crushed Potatoes
Burger
Chicken Burger
Sunday roast
Puddings
Fish & Chips
Flatbread
Wine
Cod
Beer
Cake
Fish & chips
Full english breakfast
Pastries
Soup
Beef
Peppers
Bass
Pie of the Day
Chicken Salad
Fried
Festive Pizza
Turkish coffee
Cakes
Tapas
Salad
Fish and Chips
Scallops
Lamb
Pedigree Bitter
Duck
Fish
Crossaints and Brownies
Risotto
Pork
Pure Apple Juice and Pure Orange Juice
Mussels
Sit down
Bar
Pub
British
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Validated Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Mastercard
Visa
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
After-hours
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Mid-range
"Had a lovely meal, crispy mussels and fish and chips, which were amazing. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Then through to the bar to watch..."
Jackie Holdaway
"We visited Harpurs for just the one night when doing a driving experience at donnington Park. Only 8 mins drive from the track so very handy..."
Mike Anderton
"Had the best time,lunch was Devine service amazing . Very friendly and attentive staff we couldn't fault the food best we've had in a long time can't..."
Theresa Prestidge
"Had the Champagne breakfast and it was excellent, never had four courses for breakfast before! Staff very friendly and attentive. Well done Ashleigh ..."
Kerry Lisa Woodhall
"Just been for a champagne breakfast To celebrate 3 wedding anniversaries (5th,25th,55th). Very nice food, plenty of champagne and great service ...."
Darren Burdis
"Had the champagne breakfast again and it was excellent.. we had our two sons with us 7 & 11 ... the staff went out of their way .. so..."
Greig McLean
"The second visit and the second fantastic meal, great customer service and looked after my two year old really well, one minor grumble, could do with..."
Jon Lewney
"Came here for Christmas day lunch and it was brilliant. The food was cooked well and presentation was lovely. Staff were helpful and attentive..."
Ruth Oakley
"Fantastic food and lovely ambience. We went on a Monday evening with a large group of friends. Service and food both great. Highly recommend. 5..."
Tasha Yeomans
Melbourne Inn
Melbourne Inn
92/100 (658 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
British
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Italian
British
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Dinner
Gammon and Chips
Southern Fried Chicken
Meatless Burger
Curry
Pulled Beef Chilli and Cheeseburger
Lamb
Scampi
Beer
Pulled Pork Burger
Lamb Shank
Sit down
Pub
Pizza
British
Italian
Bar
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Television
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Had 6 Sunday dinner good meal but not alot of meat to say gone up. One slice lamb. Had to wait for gravy. My partner said potatoes roasted were cold..."
Yvonne Taylor
"I had the most amazing Sunday lunch with my parents today. Our usual pub was fully booked so we thought we would try here and what an absolute gem of..."
Lian Streather
"Really excellent pub in Melbourne Derby Ribs to die for. Steak pie amazing. Portions really generous, quality great, very good value and lovely..."
David
"I ordered the small portion of fish and chips. It was delicious. They also allow dogs in the..."
Janice Macgregor
"I have dropped in for a sandwich for lunch. The BLT at £4.25 was very good: substantial, nice bacon, lots of salad. Would have been better on..."
Marcus Oakland
"What a fantastic Sunday lunch. Service was brilliant defo go again loved it 👏..."
Jason Tillyard
"The food was amazing and a good price too. No complaints and I will return. Dog friendly..."
Jackie Simnett
"Fantastic. Went for New Year's Day 5 course meal it was great. Fantastic value for money and really enjoyable, food great service good. We..."
Ian Gray
"Visit for drinks. Nice inside and outside, friendly staff, and locals inside. Dog friendly, if your dog is friendly..."
Pete Edwards
"Great sunday lunch ,friendly efficient service nice atmosphere...would..."
Paul Wildsmith
"Sunday carvery was worth every penny shame the locals moaned about dogs so you could hear them apart from that it was..."
Jill Allen
"Lovely pub very clean great homecooked food, big portions, great prices & friendly staff. Highly recommended! We’ll be back. Thank..."
Helen Lloyd
"Great pub with friendly staff and a nice beer..."
Chris Morriss
"First time here. 5 of us for Sunday lunch 3x pate starters 1x garlic mushrooms 1x turkey 1x beef 3x beef/lamb 1x lemon meringue & ice cream 2x..."
Wayne Roome
"3 course family Sunday dinner, with the choice of 3 starters, 3 mains and selection of both hot and cold puddings/desserts. Be aware child portions..."
Sheryl Taylor
"Good food people! Strongly recommended - I love your BBQ pulled..."
F M
"Having never been to Melbourne before we dropped in the Inn for a meal. The staff were very helpful, the gammon, egg and chips was the best the best..."
Trevor Holland
"Fabulous singer last night , really enjoyed as did most. Great atmosphere and a great variety of beers and spirts and great shots for those of you..."
Tanya Day
Blue Bell Inn
Blue Bell Inn
88/100 (321 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Bar
Pub
Bar
Pub
"What a wonderful venue! The food was great, the service was excellent and they go over and above on so many small details to make your stay..."
Ben Cleary
"Great selection of beers on keg and a few on offer on cask, furthermore a great range of cans/bottles available in a fridge behind the bar with some..."
Lily
"One of my favourite locals - good selection of beers and great to see a pub brew their own beer. The food is delicious, especially the Sunday lunch!..."
Aidan
"Great pub beer brewed on site, as well as guest beers in cask. The food was excellent as well, so I would recommend a..."
Andy Parry
"What a great find for our 3 day visit to Donington park, only 3 miles to the paddock entrance. Food was lovely, staff so friendly and room was very..."
allan bell
"Tremendous village pub, if Melbourne is a village. Well appointed, brew their own beer, great food and welcoming staff. Didn't use the accommodation..."
William Riley
"Wonderful place. Great beers and lagers. Very pleasant and professional staff. Dog..."
rodney sutton
"This is a really nice pub, with the best beer in the town. Plenty of on street parking, no car park. Food is average, plenty of burgers, steak, pie,..."
Stephen Beard
"What a beautiful bar, great location, brew their own, food looked good, great staff, I'll definitely go again...."
Martin Manning
"Lovely pub in a beautiful location, fab food and delicious beer & Cider on tap. Nice little outdoor terrace..."
Lauren Tyrrell
"A lovely chilled atmosphere. Really nice pub with lots of choice on tap Well worth a visit if you're in..."
Stuart Severn
"Incredible new menu! The food was fantastic and service exceptional. Would highly..."
Emma W
"Fabulous for drinks or eating, the pub is located in Cousy area near Donington Park. The staff were nice and friendly, the drinks were perfect made..."
Jader Fonseca
"I've been here quote a few times now. Always really good food. The beer is great and lots of..."
Gareth Mckee
"Lovely village pub locally made ales and lagers are nice even though a bit pricey but overall well worth a visit if in the..."
kevin putnam
"Fantastic range of drinks both alcohol and non alcoholic. Good selection of hot drinks too. It does food but not had any here yet. Lovely clean..."
Frances Larter
"Lovely lunch at this great little pub. Excellent sausage sandwiches, washed down with beer brewed on the premises. Great, friendly service and..."
David Preece
"Best pub I've visited for a while. Beer was amazing, food was excellent and service matched the food and..."
Don Jones
"Great recently refurbished pub with good ambiance. Good to stop and have a drink after walking locally. Not had a chance to dine yet but hear good..."
Feargal Ryan
Hardinge Arms
Hardinge Arms
84/100 (376 ratings)
Restaurants
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
British
Bar
Pub
Bar
Pub
Contemporary
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Beef
Puddings
Fish & Chips
Fish
Burger
Fish & chips
Sit down
Contemporary
Bar
Pub
British
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Mid-range
Melbourne Arms
Melbourne Arms
78/100 (1571 ratings)
Restaurants
British
Gastropub
Vegetarian Friendly
Gastropub
British
Gluten Free Options
International
Bar
Vegan Options
Pub
Bar
Pizza
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Drinks
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Beef
Cheesecakes
Fish & chips
Lasagne
Bakewell Tart
Ice Cream
Octopus
Hamburger
Pasta
Lamb
Smoked Salmon Carpaccio with a Horse Radish & Chive Creme Fraiche & Pickled Cucumber
Salad
Pesto
Chicken Breast Sunday Roast
Salmon
Brie
Fish
Lemon & Thyme Marinated Beetroot with Roasted Goats Cheese & Walnut & Rocket Dressing
Sausage
Pork
Sunday roast
Fried
Sunday lunch
Puddings
Cheesecake
Burger
Roast Dinner
Beer
Fish & Chips
Steak Pie
Prawns
Yorkshire Pudding
Pies
Steak and Ale Pie
Sit down
Pizza
Gastropub
British
International
Bar
Pub
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Digital Payments
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Non-smoking restaurants
Reservations
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Seating
Street Parking
Table Service
Live Music
Wheelchair Accessible
American Express
Validated Parking
Serves Alcohol
Mastercard
Wine and Beer
Visa
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Dinner
After-hours
Drinks
Brunch
Mid-range
"We love this place! We’ve now been for food several times and it has always been exceptional! The welcome from the staff is second to none and the..."
Marie Platts
"Out first meal here. Have been many times for a drink. Lovely welcome by the landlady, seated quickly . Did have to wait a while to order food but it..."
Fiona Bunney
"First time visit on Sunday. Pub was very busy as it was Father's Day and we had to wait a while for our food even though we had booked, but we were..."
Kev Challenger
"Fantastic meal last night in this little gem of a pub, on our way home from York races. Friendly welcome with excellent food and service. Menu great..."
Alyson Milner
"Great food and lovely staff make this a place to recommend very highly..."
Stewart Bevin
"Our first visit today for Sunday lunch ( I'm a tad fussy about Sunday lunches,except mine) Was served a piping hot plate with meat, roast tatties,..."
Sarah Jane
"Called here today on our journey home. We received a warm welcome and were served quickly. A great atmosphere and all the staff were friendly. The..."
Joanne Ormerod
"I have now been twice to the Melbourne Arms once for lunch on a Saturday and for Sunday lunch yesterday, the food on both occasions has been lovely..."
Elise Mccall
"Been to the Melbourne Arms tonight for my husbands Birthday. We are friends that pick a place to eat who's birthday it is. We popped in during the..."
Tina Norris
"Lovely place, We had Sunday roast it was beautiful one of the best we've..."
Claire Daly
"Good to say this place buzzing on a Friday eve. Lovely welcome, service and great..."
Elizabeth Moody
"Fantastic food with plenty of choice. Excellent well kept beer. Very friendly staff. Great atmosphere. Highly..."
Mike Coleman
"Can't thank Karen and the team enough for their consistently good food and service at our fund raising events. Everyone is always very happy with..."
Hannah McGouran
"Four of us have visited here twice for food over the weekend. We booked a table on both occasions. The pub was welcoming with a log burner in the..."
David and Jax Parkin
"Lovely village pub. Food was really good, friendly staff, warm welcome. Good selection of food choices on menu. Definitely be back again. I’m told..."
sue sharpe
"The Melbourne Arms is very close to the Melbourne Canal Basin. It was a good place to stop on our walk along the pocklington canal. There is a good..."
Andrew Nell
"We absolutely loved this pub! Fantastic service!! Fantastic food!! Fantastic prices!!! Could not fault anything at all!! If we lived over this way we..."
Sarah Redfern
"We visited today, a group of 9 adults, 3 children and a dog - so we brought chaos and had to change our booking a few times beforehand! The Melbourne..."
Rebecca Jayne Birch
"One of the best food experiences I've had in terms of food quality, price and portion size with excellent service from 2 pleasant young ladies who..."
Scott Palmer
"We called in for lunch before a walk by the canal, received a cheerful welcome and when seated were given first class service from Jesse, there is a..."
James Vint
"Me and my partner had an incredible meal here a few days ago. We went expecting pub grub, what we got was one of the best meals we've ever had! ..."
Charlotte H
"First visit to the Melbourne Arms with family for Sunday Lunch on Mother’s Day . The food and service was excellent and thank you for the gift of a..."
Dawn Kirrane
"Great food we had for starters chinese flavoured belly pork and halummi fries. Main meal beef ale pie and fish burger. Worth the drive for something..."
Ray Scott