The Red Lion Bar Restaurant

115 High Street, South Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

🛍 Pub, Steak, Vegan, British

4.6 💬 1997 Reviews
The Red Lion Bar Restaurant

Phone: +441865890625

Address: 115 High Street, South Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

City: South Oxfordshire

Menu Dishes: 18

Reviews: 1997

Website: http://www.redlionchalgrove.com/

"We visited the Red Lion after being given a voucher for Christmas by a family member. This was a much awaited evening out for my husband and I without our children. We had a table booked for 7pm and turned up on time. Upon arriving we were given a table and our drinks orders were taken promptly. We then had to wait for absolutely ages for anyone to take our food order. In the end I ended up going to the bar to ask if we could order our food as we were getting hungry. The person behind the bar came over and took our order and upon ordering I asked if we could order some bread I am heavily pregnant and by this point needed something to nibble on) I was told that bread comes out automatically when you order your mains. I was happy with this and satisfied that I would get something to eat while waiting for my main. Nothing came! At 8.25 I ended flagging down a staff member again asking where our food was and if we were going to get any bread. Almost immediately our dinner was then brought over to us. Still we were not given any bread but by this point I was just happy to eat something. The food was absolutely lovely and we were pleased with the food we had. We then ordered desert but then had to wait once again as no one came back to us so I had to go up to the bar to ask to pay. The thing that made this whole experience more disappointing was that the woman who I can only assume was the landlady and chef had been sat down next to us at one point chatting away to others in the restaurant while we were sat waiting for our food. We then witnessed another staff member wearing chef attire also wandering around at one point too whilst still waiting for our food. I would add that it is also frustrating and somewhat unprofessional to have to observe the same landlady and chef happily sat down eating their own dinner amongst other patrons whilst waiting for dessert. Overall it was a really disappointing evening and the service unfortunately was diabolical. I did not even have the opportunity to discuss this with anyone as no one came back to our table to ask how our meal had been."

Full menu - 18 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Dessert

Salads

Fish Dishes

Seafood

Bread

Schnitzel

Mexican-American Food

Entrées

Steaks

Sides

Sandwiches

Terry Terry

Had lunch there the whole experience was excellent.

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Reviews

David
David

I supported a person to eat here and we both enjoyed our meals. The decor is lovely and the staff are very kind


Darran
Darran

I have been here a number of times for meals. A great atmosphere enhanced by friendly and helpful staff. The bar hosts a number of beers over and above the standard. Well worth a visit.


William
William

What a fantastic place, food was top class, I had the Liver, Mash and Onion Gravy, I can safely and confidently say that was the best Liver I’ve ever eaten out, highly recommend visiting View menu


Andrew
Andrew

Popped in for a lunchtime drink, missed the kitchen open times, but the landlady had a chat with the chef who made me a steak sandwich. Simple but delicious and went out of their way to help. Pub was packed and great atmosphere too… will be going back!


Peter
Peter

Chalgrove has the classic set up of church and pub well a few. Red Lion is probably the oldest and I seem to recall the church are the landlords. Pub dog Hindi waddled over to greet us on arrival and lots of staff serving which is a good sign. Lively cosy old pub and must say the skate we had was superb and great value.


emilyd809
emilyd809

What a splendid find, for me it was like a little piece of heaven. Friendly service, amazing food, (I even said I don't remember when I last had steak that good), such a cute interior and friendly dogs inside. So glad we changed our minds from what we had booked to eat there instead. If you're not a dog fan, it's probably not the place for you. View menu


Holly
Holly

I don't live in the area, but was going to a hair appointment, popped in for a bit of lunch beforehand and was very happy to find the nicest pub I've probably ever been to. the staff were lovely, as were the resident dogs. food was incredible and the atmosphere was so welcoming (I'm always a little afraid of village pubs in areas I'm not familiar with as they can be unwelcoming to outsiders) but the staff were so lovely. will definitely be coming back for dinner with the family soon.


Carruthers
Carruthers

Four went there for lunch, and when we arrived there were only perhaps four other people in the pub. We quickly ordered just a main course each, and it took nearly an hour to arrive. After around 45 minutes, I asked how much longer the food would be and was told, 'It will be here soon. We 're very busy. ' Yes, they were busy then (45 minutes after we 'd ordered) but not at the time we placed our order. Also note, no hint of an apology for the delay. It may have helped if they updated us occassionally, instead of just leaving us sat there waiting. Add to that dogs and toddlers running amok, and it 's not a good place for adults to go for a quiet lunch. If you 're on any type of timescale, you...


Alexandria
Alexandria

We visited the Red Lion after being given a voucher for Christmas by a family member. This was a much awaited evening out for my husband and I without our children. We had a table booked for 7pm and turned up on time. Upon arriving we were given a table and our drinks orders were taken promptly. We then had to wait for absolutely ages for anyone to take our food order. In the end I ended up going to the bar to ask if we could order our food as we were getting hungry. The person behind the bar came over and took our order and upon ordering I asked if we could order some bread I am heavily pregnant and by this point needed something to nibble on) I was told that bread comes out automatically w... 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
  • Vegan "Delight in our vegan menu, offering a vibrant selection of plant-based dishes crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Savor flavorsome meals that are as nourishing as they are delicious."
  • 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.

Amenities

  • Wifi
  • Takeaway
  • menu
  • Mastercard
  • menu
  • Outdoor Seating

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