Rugby
Blue Pig

Blue Pig

Hall Road, Rugby, United Kingdom

Meat • Steak • Cheese • Salads


"We have been here on numerous occasions and have previously reviewed The Blue Pig. I have now updated my 5star rating as the experience on this occasion fell far short of an acceptable level for that rating. When we walked in there was no greeting from any of the staff although they didn 't look busy, we sat down at a slightly sticky table and commented on the fusty smell. Nobody came to the table although it is supposed to be 'table service ' we had to ask for menus which were eventually dumped on the table, we were NOT asked if we wanted drinks and was gone quicker than she came. A few minutes later she came to take our orders but as we were not quite ready she looked up at the ceiling and walked off. When our food orders were taken (without writing it down) which was a steak 'well done ' with a pepper corn sauce and a chicken tikka, to which I was asked 'if that was the curry? '. We were NOT asked if we had any Food Allergies. When the meals arrived the steak was somewhat charred around the edges and a miniscule piece of grilled tomato, the chips were good but the one onion rings was undercooked and the pepper corn sauce was just like beef gravy and very salty. The Tikka was pieces of chicken in a watery orange liquid, the popperdoms were so salty as to be inedible and the rice was sticky. David the owner did come to the table to ask if everything was ok but wasn 't interested in putting anything right or apologizing but did say ' I 'll let the chef know '. This was a special occasion which is why we had returned to the The Blue Pig with high hopes for the food and service we had come to know over the years before Covid lockdown. We would have had drinks and dessert and probably coffee like we used to but we just wanted to make a fast exit so paid David at the bar as we had not yet had the bill, he still made no attempt acknowledge any issues. I expect to become a 'key board warrior ' now I have expressed my findings in writing for others to read. Although David was given the opportunity at the table to improve the situation he appears out of his depth when dealing with constructive criticism. This is my personal findings and disappointment. We will never come back whilst under this ownership."

Shoulder Of Mutton

Shoulder Of Mutton

Sawbridge Road, CV23 8DN, Rugby, United Kingdom

Full • Steak • British • Chicken


"We called in here Saturday evening for a drink, with a view to have some food if we liked the menu. We hadn't been back here for a long while, even though we live locally, but had been meaning to revisit. We chose something off the bar menu and we were not disappointed. It was probably the best gammon I had had in a long time,and what I really liked was that the egg and pineapple was served together and you weren't forced to choose between the two as is most often the case. I dont like peas, but was kindly asked if I wanted an alterative, so I chose salad and it was delicious, fresh, full of colour and came with a gorgeous dressing. My husband had the burger and this was also very nice. The food was served up very nicely and just tasted absolutely delicious, the home made onion rings were lovely. It was modern pub food, traditional but updated and fresh. The drinks were also served nicely, my wine was in a lovely big glass, nicely chilled and very tasty. The landlord came over and had a word which was a nice touch and the service was excellent. Its also great to see basket meals on the menu. My only critisism is that the place lacks polish, the car park/garden at the back looks a bit shabby, it needs attention to detail, more colour, perhaps some nice planted tubs/ baskets etc. there was a broken pot and quite a bit of rubbish around, however I know they have suffered a flood and are in the middle of refurbishing. The bar was clean and nicely decorated but not sure about the overall style, seems to be a clash of different styles, however still a nice ambience. We wont be leaving it so long to revisit next time!"