The Red Lion - Mid Devon

British, Pubs, Lunch
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The Red Lion

The Red Lion
4.7 / 5 (793 reviews)

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Nestled in a charming village, this restaurant offers a blend of local hospitality and culinary experiences. While some diners have encountered long waits and disorganized service, many praise the friendly staff and vibrant atmosphere. The menu shows promise, with highlights including perfectly cooked steak and homemade chips that surpass frozen alternatives. Regulars appreciate the cozy ambiance, dog-friendly environment, and substantial breakfasts. Though quality can fluctuate, particularly with some disappointing dishes, the establishment's commitment to sourcing local ingredients and creating a welcoming setting keeps patrons hopeful for return visits. Overall, a community favorite that strives to improve.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Sunshine897

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★ 4.7 / 5 from 793 reviews
sunshine897
28.03.2025

Great country hotel, serving excellent food. Rooms: 5 Service: 5 Location: 5 Hotel highlights: Great value

rachel-baldwin-2
28.03.2025

Lovely country village pub, nice buzz of local customers and great food. Food and drinks: Excellent pub food. Delicious pies, sausages, fish and chips and Steak. Sticky toffee pudding! Service: 5 Location: 4

sam-clarke-lawyer087
28.03.2025

Stayed here for New Years Eve 2024. We chose the pub hotel for its remote location and lack of fireworks (we have dogs and one is traumatised by loud noises) from the moment we arrived we were made to feel very welcome. A quintessential English pub with wonderful, nicely designed and spacious rooms and very comfy beds (we had Beech and Birch). The owners and locals were very friendly and inclusive, taking care to make us feel welcome. We felt very well looked after. Breakfast was delicious (full English) and served with locally made tea and coffee (Miles, made in Porlock) and unlimited juice. We are happy that this place is only 50 mins from where we live because we will definitely be back for lunch and will find an excuse to stay again soon, I’m sure highly recommend. Thanks to everyone there for a great stay! Sam and Nick Clarke Rooms: Nicely renovated to a high standard with beautiful bedding and super comfortable bed. Food and drinks: Lovely locally made produce (even the tea and coffee is made in Porlock) no cheapskating on quality. Good drinks selection and an exciting looking menu. Will definitely be back for lunch soon! Rooms: 5 Service: 5 Location: 5 Hotel highlights: Great view, Romantic, Child friendly, Great value

emma-gladstone-1
28.03.2025

Charming, great food and service Service: 5 Location: 5

marc-a-star
28.03.2025

We stayed for 5 nights and had a very comfortable stay throughout. The beds are wonderful, and you are guaranteed to sleep well. The staff and customer service is 10/10. Each and every member of the team are polite and overly accommodating. The breakfast is really good as well as the dinner menu plus it’s very well priced. My wife also needed to store medicine in one of their fridges which was no problem for them to keep safe and administer it whenever we needed. The location is perfect if you’re staying to explore the different trails and walks. Just keep in mind, there’ isn’t a shop near or in the village so you’d need to pick up snacks etc on the way through. We’d stay here again Rooms: 5 Service: 5 Location: 5 Hotel highlights: Quiet, Great value

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