The White Lion - Menu

91 Sopwell Lane, St Albans, United Kingdom

🛍 Pub, Salad, British, Burgers

4.5 💬 2128 Reviews
The White Lion

Phone: +441727857011,+441727850540

Address: 91 Sopwell Lane, St Albans, United Kingdom

City: St Albans

Menu Dishes: 10

Reviews: 2128

Website: https://www.thewhitelionstalbans.co.uk/

"I've been coming to this pub for more than 10 years and have never been disappointed. I've seen it change hands multiple times and even then the quality of service, the food and drinks hadn't dropped in it's standards. Having mostly come for drinks with mates, I can confidently say this is a great local pub to socialise come rain or shine with plenty of room both indoor and outdoors. Whilst it still has that traditional pub look and feel, it's not dark and dingy like a lot of other pubs in the local vicinity. It retains a classy look and feel while maintaining the authenticity of a traditional British pub. They have also invested heavily into their beer garden which is the best thing they did as it's much more inviting than it used to be and great even when raining due to having plenty of covered space. The selection of drinks never disappoints and the staff are always friendly and have excellent banter. The food really takes it up a notch for pub grub as they have all the classics, fish and chips, burgers, pies, and a few other unique dishes too all made to an exceptional standard. I honestly couldn't recommend this pub enough and I'm hoping this review will support The White Lion in what is a turbulent time for the hospitality sector where many businesses are struggling to stay afloat. Even with all the other choices of pub in St Albans, I find myself gravitating towards White Lion for the reasons above. You can't go wrong! 2024 Roast Dinner Update: Whilst my review score won't change because the overall experience is still great, what I will say is that the Sunday Roasts are HUGE, but it is more quantity over quality if I'm being brutally honest."

Full menu - 10 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Dessert

Indian

Sides

Chicken Wings

Rice

Chicken

Entrées

Fish Dishes

Sandwiches

Brian Brian

Nice local pub, decent beer and had the local Morris dancers, overall a pleasant evening.

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Reviews

Jo
Jo

Everything was great! Staff very friendly, food delicious and drinks too. We felt very comfortable!


Хектор
Хектор

This pub is fantastic - from the delicious food to the friendly staff. They do a great job of managing the weekly COVID rules.


Sue
Sue

Worst Sunday Lunch in a while. Came out cold, sent back. It came back hot at least but rock hard potatoes and generally tasteless. On the upside staff were lovely View menu


Jack
Jack

would have preferred to not have had a tip and transaction charge added without my agreement. this has not happened anywhere else so not impressed with that..nice pub and surroundings otherwise


Adaugo
Adaugo

This was my first visit to this wonderful traditional pub and I was thoroughly impressed! The lunch was delicious and the staff made sure to prioritize our safety, which is crucial during these uncertain times.


Cameron
Cameron

very secure pub – app works well, tables are all distributed and employees are very aware that social distancing and keep everyone safe. as impressed as they have adapted – it is the only pub that I feel safe to visit! View menu


Ross
Ross

I visited the restaurant on a Sunday without a reservation, just before the kitchen closed. I decided to try the Sunday roast and was thoroughly impressed. The portions were generous, the meat was of high quality, and there was a good variety of vegetables. It was one of the best Sunday roasts I've had in a while, and at a great price of £12. The interior was cozy and the staff were friendly. I would definitely recommend this place!


Debbie
Debbie

We book a lunch for Saturday the 11th May and made a phone call to them a couple of days before to book. We were told they had a table for 2 at 2pm. We left our home early as we didn’t know how long it would take to get there and park being 30 mins away. Also we don’t know St Albans very well so we had to find it. Anyway eventually we found the pub 10 mins before our table was booked. We walk in and they told us we hadn’t booked! They told us we could sit outside and they could still accommodate us and to find a table which we found one table that didn’t say reserved! Picked what we wanted and my husband we in to order only to be told oh sorry that’s also reserved. So we were send outside to...


Roops
Roops

I've been coming to this pub for more than 10 years and have never been disappointed. I've seen it change hands multiple times and even then the quality of service, the food and drinks hadn't dropped in it's standards. Having mostly come for drinks with mates, I can confidently say this is a great local pub to socialise come rain or shine with plenty of room both indoor and outdoors. Whilst it still has that traditional pub look and feel, it's not dark and dingy like a lot of other pubs in the local vicinity. It retains a classy look and feel while maintaining the authenticity of a traditional British pub. They have also invested heavily into their beer garden which is the best thing they di... 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.
  • Salad A delightful assortment of vibrant salads, featuring fresh greens, seasonal vegetables, and savory toppings, drizzled with our signature dressings for a refreshing and wholesome meal 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.
  • Burgers Juicy, flavorful burgers crafted with premium ingredients, from classic beef to unique vegetarian options, all served with fresh toppings and a choice of hand-cut fries or a crisp salad.

Amenities

  • Mastercard
  • American Express
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