Red Lion Pub - Menu

43 High Street, East Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

🛍 Pub, Steak, British, Vegetarian

4.6 💬 1210 Reviews
Red Lion Pub

Phone: +441638745483

Address: 43 High Street, East Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

City: East Cambridgeshire

Menu Dishes: 7

Reviews: 1210

Website: https://www.batemansbrewery.co.uk/find-a-pint/red-lion-swaffham-prior/

"Positives: The pub looks the part inside and out, and it 's in a picturesque setting. I went for lunch on a Saturday without booking and there was no problem getting a table. The prices are lower than at similar places. Negatives: The staff seemed inexperienced and did more blagging than was necessary. My friend ordered a lime soda and ended up with a glass of soda water with a slice of lime in it. In the same vein, the pizza we ordered arrived without one of its main toppings 'nduja), and when we questioned it the staff initially claimed that it was us who were mistaken. Ultimately and after some minutes in the kitchen they had to acknowledge that they actually hadn 't put any on, because they 'd run out. The chef put some more salami on in recompense but overall it was a bit of a strange experience. The garden is supposed to be a feature of this place but you 're not allowed to eat in it even when it 's very quiet). Summary: A visually charming locals-type pub let down by some cut corners"

Full menu - 7 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Dessert

Rice

Bread

Mexican-American Food

Fish Dishes

Salads

Graham Graham

The beer at this restaurant is great, especially when enjoyed in the beautiful beer garden.

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Reviews

Ionut
Ionut

Very friendly all the staff and beer very very cold , very nice summer garden from behing 5 stars


Adam
Adam

Nice pub, good beer average wine. The only food was pizza but it was very nice. Well worth a visit.


Adrian
Adrian

friendly, good menu. large garden, but on a slope with several stages so not ideal for older people. View menu


louise
louise

Cost per person: £1–10. The food was rated 1, while the service and atmosphere both received a top score of 5.


Grant
Grant

A gorgeous pub in a small village. Friendly staff and the most beautiful beer garden. Wish I lived closer but well worth a visit if you're in the area.


Constantinos
Constantinos

Nice, cosy pub in a small village, polite stuff, with good selection of ales and ordinary pub food done right. They also do a selection of pizzas. Had a good time : View menu


Emma
Emma

large village pub with fab selection of real ales of the timothy taylor landlord was excellent! chicken strip free in this wonderfully relaxed environment in the shadow of the church. worth visiting.


adrian
adrian

The owners of this restaurant frequently make empty threats toward customers, but they do not follow through when confronted. These individuals are small-minded and not worth taking seriously. It might be amusing to visit and see them try to act tough, but overall not a recommended experience.


Tom
Tom

Positives: The pub looks the part inside and out, and it 's in a picturesque setting. I went for lunch on a Saturday without booking and there was no problem getting a table. The prices are lower than at similar places. Negatives: The staff seemed inexperienced and did more blagging than was necessary. My friend ordered a lime soda and ended up with a glass of soda water with a slice of lime in it. In the same vein, the pizza we ordered arrived without one of its main toppings 'nduja), and when we questioned it the staff initially claimed that it was us who were mistaken. Ultimately and after some minutes in the kitchen they had to acknowledge that they actually hadn 't put any on, because t... View menu

Categories

  • Pub Enjoy a lively atmosphere with our classic pub favorites. From hearty burgers and fish 'n' chips to savory pies and craft brews, our menu promises a cozy experience ideal for unwinding with friends.
  • Steak Savor prime cuts of juicy, tender steaks, expertly grilled to perfection. Each bite offers a burst of flavor, served with classic sides and delectable sauces to enhance your dining experience. View menu
  • British Traditional and hearty, the British menu offers comfort classics like fish and chips, succulent roasts, and savory pies. Rediscover familiar favorites, lovingly crafted with timeless recipes and fresh, local ingredients.
  • Vegetarian Delight in our vibrant collection of vegetarian dishes, crafted with the freshest greens, rich flavors, and savory spices. Enjoy a wholesome, delectable plate that celebrates nature's finest ingredients.

Amenities

  • Wifi
  • Parking Area
  • menu
  • Outdoor Seating
  • menu
  • Wheelchair Accessible

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"We were here for a family reunion on Fathers Day. I was going to give 3 stars but having had no response to 2 feedback emails that I sent I have downgraded it. This is the honest feedback that I sent: I’d like to thank you for your help in putting our family meet together. We were pleased with the comfort and ambience of the area where we were sat. We also felt the staff were pleasant and courteous. The meals and the drinks received a mixed feedback. We felt that the vegetables and sauces were very good although a group of 4 were given a small dish of green vegetables to share. Some time later a request for more green vegetables was dealt with but the timing was not good. The fish and chips were commonly well received. I’m afraid that the other aspects of food and drink and most importantly ORGANISATION were poor. When we arrived a waiter came over to take orders of the people that had not placed an advanced order. 2 people at one end of the table asked about the ordered drinks and had to say what they ordered and their order was delivered. I was a little concerned that 2 coffees ordered for the sweets of Peter and Jenny were bought with those 2 drinks but they seemed OK with taking them then and despite all the complaints in this email I don’t want to find fault. At my end of the table the waiter told me that he would come to me with my order but he must have forgotten. Starters were brought for those few that ordered them and a waitress eventually came through to enquire if everyone was OK. I said me and my wife were still waiting for our drinks order. After another 10 minutes someone cam back with the 2 decaf flat whites that we ordered for the end of the meal. Unfortunately the waiter, who was clearly distressed to be told to take them back and bring the correct drinks order, wished to engage with me in a disagreement about where the fault for this lay in front of all my family. This did upset me. Eventually my ale and my wife’s wine was delivered to us – it had taken over 90 minutes to arrive and both the ale was tainted and the red wine not pleasant. In addition the 2 pre ordered drinks were brought for a second time! The poor organisation also meant the meals did not arrive in good time. After nearly 2 hours most people had not had a bite to eat. The meat was very poor. The beef was inedible (very tough) and the poor standards of both meats was fed back to a waitress. By the time that sweets arrived staff was particularly flustered. The sweets came so late that 3 of the people that had ordered ice creams had to leave to catch their train. Again our drinks were forgotten so I asked for the 2 decaf flat whites. These were eventually brought but they were luke warm. My wife felt embarrassed for the staff so she drunk hers anyway as she did not want another accusatory conversation in front of our group. I had to ask for mine to be replaced as I felt that it was unpleasant. That concludes my feedback although I should say that there were other deficiencies. You have been warned!"