Phone: +441283535505
Address: 36 Stapenhill Road, DE15 9AE, East Staffordshire, United Kingdom
City: East Staffordshire
Dishes: 4
Reviews: 3260
Website: https://the-elms-burton.co.uk
"Was initially shocked to see so many negative reviews for what I found to be an excellent pub, until further reading revealed that they all pertain to a previous landlady who sounds like she was a right piece of work if the accuracy of the previous reviews are to be believed. Fortunately our experience was more aligned to recent reviews post October 2019. Firstly it’s a cracking pub building. The original Victorian section is still in place with three separate small rooms arranged around the central serving area accessed by a corridor that retains a serving hatch. Still a very traditional feel to these rooms but the small bow-windowed panelled room to the right-hand side of the central entrance is particularly inviting. Then a more modern mainly flagstone extension section to the back doubles, if not trebles the inside space and, although lacking the character of the front section, is comfortable enough and contains a large flat screen tele for those wishing to view the sport. And then beyond this section is a very nice outside raised walled courtyard garden which was catching the mid day sun for our visit and has the benefit of being far enough back that any traffic noise is negligible. Secondly a decent selection of ales were available. The front bar supports four hand pumps and for our visit these were badged with Timothy Taylor Landlord, Totally Brewed Four Hop Men of the Apocalypse, Draught Bass and Oakham Citra. The Landlord was currently off so we went for the Oakham Citra which was on fine form. No hot food was available, but large cobs as I believe they call them in these parts were available from behind the bar and cheese board and pork pie platters were being advertised on a chalk board. We went for one each of these and they hit the spot completely. No better pub food has ever been devised than a substantial locally produced Pork Pie and English Mustard for soaking up a pint of English ale. With very friendly service levels from the team working the bar we enjoyed our visit here, and I would thoroughly recommend the slight uphill detour from the banks of the nearby River Trent to visit this one."
Menu - 4 options
All prices are estimates.
Coleslaw
Crunchy cabbage and crisp carrots mixed with creamy dressing for a refreshing side dish.
Cheese Board
A curated selection of assorted cheeses, served with crackers, fruits, and nuts for a perfect pairing.
Cajun Chicken
Cajun-spiced grilled chicken breast, served juicy and flavorful, with a hint of heat from spices.
Fish And Chips
Crispy battered fish served with golden fries and tartar sauce.
Mr
Thank you Sue and Sally for taking the time to make a weary travelers day. And thanks for the directions over the lovely bridge.
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neilgR9558OB
Great place with a fantastic atmosphere,warmly cosy place,very dog friendly and the new landlady Jo is awesome. Will definitely be visiting again.
Perseeeeey
The new landlady jo is so friendly and talkative. I came for a night to watch the football with my mum and had a nice night with lovely chats with staff. Definitely recommend for any occasion!!
G2571XEsharonb
Stopped by on my way to Stafford new landlady Jo was very friendly going to be doing food next week old pub meets new pub feel lovely atmosphere plenty of lagers, beers and real ales available also dog and child friendly will definitely call back again
233cherryb
Lovely old pub, very clean. Friendly bar staff, landlady and pub dog Luna, they always take the time to make you feel very welcome. Good choice or beers and drinks. All Covid rules are in place and a very safe and secure environment. We will definitely be back.
Skram66
Great beer! Always a nice retreat, whether a sneaky pint while out walking the dog, or of an evening. Always clean with Manager staff working hard during these challenging times to keep everyone safe during Covid19 only one of a handful of pubs feel confident using. Thanks guys!
Michael
Visited this pub many times and it has everything a pub should have , it's warm welcoming a bit old and bit modern you can enjoy Real ales plus lager wines coffee and tea stand at the bars sit in the lounge or snug ,food just what is required good and plentiful excellent all round.
whodoyouthinkyouare
Terrible real ales. Bass was dreadful. Tables not cleaned between customers, beer mats were soaked through, but at least there were beer mats which you don't get in many pubs now . This used to be an old fashioned friendly local, which showcased local ales. Clean up your act and pub and turn it back into somewhere pleasant to visit.
John
The Elms has a new Landlady called Jo and last Sunday she arranged an 'open mic ' evening, and I have to say wow! what a night of entertainment.If you are into guitar music and very accompliced musicians who could sing as well , you missed one great evening,we just didn 't expect such a high standard.Jo says that it will become a regular thing if successful and judging by the amount of people who were in the pub I think it was.Our thanks to Jo and the artists for a fantastic nights entertainment, coupled with good beer and a great pub, what more do you want.
Steve
Was initially shocked to see so many negative reviews for what I found to be an excellent pub, until further reading revealed that they all pertain to a previous landlady who sounds like she was a right piece of work if the accuracy of the previous reviews are to be believed. Fortunately our experience was more aligned to recent reviews post October 2019. Firstly it’s a cracking pub building. The original Victorian section is still in place with three separate small rooms arranged around the central serving area accessed by a corridor that retains a serving hatch. Still a very traditional feel to these rooms but the small bow-windowed panelled room to the right-hand side of the central entra...
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