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Overall Total Score
4.6 out of 5
Outstanding | 3863 reviews

What JaneS likes about Golden Lion:
A really lovely place to have lunch. Staff were just adorable quietly attentive and extremely pleasant. The only reason I haven’t awarded 5 stars was due to there only being one vegetarian option on the Sunday lunch menu. It was a heavily mushroom based curry and I’m not a fan. Would have loved the usual Sunday dinner but with a nut roast or similar. But otherwise superb. Desserts were to die for!!! View all feedback. What SueV doesn't like about Golden Lion:
We have visited this Pub on many occasions previously when the food has been excellent.WE felt it was mediocre at best- the duck cassoulet tasted as if it was on a bed of baked beans. It was interesting that we noted how unusually quiet it was View all feedback.

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5.0 ★ from 20 reviews
Kyla
23.11.2022 - 12:21

Thanks to golden lion for a nice lunch on the 16th mai! it was my birthday and we were for a nice walk with our friends and dogs! we then came to them for lunch...

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Abbie
23.11.2022 - 12:21

Great food, great staff. can not recommend enough one of my favourites to eat and drink

Maya
23.11.2022 - 12:21

A great pub and eat. good offer of gin. stay in a twin room that was done very nicely. modern and clean good color. great breakfast and all staff very friendly....

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Ruth
23.11.2022 - 12:21

Absolutely fabulous meals we had last night. very well managed pub with courtesy and obligatory staff. also a beautiful atmosphere. my first visit, but it won't...

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Rahel
23.11.2022 - 12:21

Today I had Sunday lunch at The Golden Lion. I had the Lamb and it was absolutely delicious. The meat was cooked to perfection and the meal was just the right p...

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This pub has received a mix of reviews, with some finding the food mediocre, while others highly recommend it. The menu offers imaginative dishes with a strong focus on freshness and taste. The chef's creativity shines through in the starters and mains, but some feel the food is a bit too salty. The atmosphere is cozy and the staff are attentive and friendly. The pub also offers a great selection of gin and comfortable accommodations. Some customers appreciate the romantic old-fashioned vibe of the place, while others feel rushed during their meal. Overall, this seems to be a popular spot in the village with fantastic food and welcoming staff, making it a must-visit for those in the area.

Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 584 reviews
Anne
09.01.2024 - 21:20

The whole place felt romantic but within an old fashioned pub style. We both ate gnocchi with Gorgonzola and nduja sauce… one of the nicest things I’ve ever tas...

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richardwM3216JQ
09.01.2024 - 21:20

Absolutely outstanding steak and ale pie. And the gravy… wow something just a little special and worthy of the visit all by itself.

Chris
09.01.2024 - 21:20

We stumbled into the Golden Lion but went back twice. Our first night two of of party of 8 were not well but we organised a takeaway inc soup that was just no t...

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Tristian
09.01.2024 - 21:20

Popped in after a stroll around the reservoir and Osmotherley. Started with calamari and mussels, which did not disappoint. Followed by the biggest, juiciest ch...

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KeithGrantham
09.01.2024 - 21:20

This venue came highly recommended and there are many reasons we can see why. The menu and specials offer a good range of imaginative dishes. Freshness and tast...

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Google
4.6 ★ from 378 reviews
Spence
24.12.2023 - 10:56

Definitely worth a visit if in the area, wonderful food and staff, best in the area Service: 5 Location: 5

Max
24.12.2023 - 10:56

Lovey lovely pub. Worth a trip from London. Landlord so charismatic. Can see why it's Rishi's favourite. Rooms: 5 Service: 5 Location: 5

Margorie
24.12.2023 - 10:56

Food drinks: Food was excellent and service very good

B
24.12.2023 - 10:56

Best pub in the village by far. Well kept ale with local choices. Delicious food made by chefs that clearly know and care. Top quality without being wanky. Staf...

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Di
24.12.2023 - 10:56

Sehr netter Service. Gute Getränke und sehr gutes Essen. Tolle Location. Service: 5 Location: 5

Opentable
4.7 ★ from 8 reviews
OpenTable
29.08.2023 - 07:25

One of my favourite pubs. Good food, buzzy atmosphere, great service. What more do you want?

Yvonne
29.08.2023 - 07:25

Good lunch would definitely visit again and recommend to friends

JaneS
29.08.2023 - 07:25

A really lovely place to have lunch. Staff were just adorable quietly attentive and extremely pleasant. The only reason I haven’t awarded 5 stars was due to the...

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SueV
29.08.2023 - 07:25

We have visited this Pub on many occasions previously when the food has been excellent.WE felt it was mediocre at best- the duck cassoulet tasted as if it was o...

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Facebook
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Restaurantguru
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