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Overall Total Score
4.6 out of 5
Outstanding | 2109 reviews

What Alice Queiroz likes about The Black Lion, Lynsted:
The Black Lion is one of my favourite pubs to visit and we as a family visit often. The food is phenomenal and reasonably priced. Would highly recommend going on a Sunday for a roast or on a Friday for their steak night. The pub has a modern, yet country, homely feel to it with fires going whilst you enjoy a bite to eat with a drink. It also has a TV so the boys can watch those important games! The service is friendl... View all feedback. What Sue cottington doesn't like about The Black Lion, Lynsted:
I have lived in Lynsted for 3 years and visited my local, The Black Lion, many times. The food has always been varied and excellent. What on earth has happened? The menu was minimal fish chips, scampi chips, lasagne, burgers. The special was chilli con carne!! There was no fillet steak available and with an excellent butcher in Doddington, I find it hard to understand why. There was loud music playing making it diffi... View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
3.0 ★ from 50 reviews
Sue
01.08.2024 - 16:35

I have lived in Lynsted for 3 years and visited my local, The Black Lion, many times. The food has always been varied and excellent. What on earth has happened?...

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Karl
01.08.2024 - 16:35

We booked a Saturday night meal for 4 and re experienced an awful meal. We were told that the menu was small limited menu due to problems in the kitchen and a f...

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Wliza
01.08.2024 - 16:35

We arrived for a bit of lunch on the way home from a dog walk. Greeted by warm friendly bar staff lady order was quick and food was lovely and good quality ingr...

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nickyboy1971
01.08.2024 - 16:35

A spot of lunch a bit underwhelmed by the menu if I'm honest, but I'm happy if my foods cooked well and is value for money, which it was. I had fish chips, the...

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Kevin
01.08.2024 - 16:35

Nice pub. Staff were very friendly and service was quick.

The Black Lion in Lynsted has received mixed reviews recently, with some customers disappointed in the limited and basic menu offerings. However, others have praised the cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious food at reasonable prices. Many customers have highlighted the exceptional quality of the food, from steaks to fish and chips. The pub has transformed into a brilliant spot with tasteful decor and exceptional cuisine. While some customers experienced disappointment due to menu limitations, the majority have left satisfied and eager to return for another visit. Overall, The Black Lion offers a warm welcome and quality food that won't break the bank.

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5.0 ★ from 10 reviews
Lauren
23.12.2022 - 14:37

Wow wow wow .amazing steaks . you should believe it better. they were here at a few places now at a Wednesday when there are two tons of steaks and a karaffe we...

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Suzanne
23.12.2022 - 14:37

Had never had a bad experience here! amazing eating with as amazing staff. beautiful atmosphere, if you go for a drink with some friends or a family dinner, wou...

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Helen
23.12.2022 - 14:37

We had heard great things about eating here, so we thought we would try and oh my what a little gem! the t bone steak deal is amazing and cooked to perfection,...

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Vicky
23.12.2022 - 14:37

Eat both lunch and dinner at the black lion ... amazing eating, brilliant personal, friendly and so welcoming. will return definitiw. Thank you for your help!

Ethan
23.12.2022 - 14:37

Lovely atmosphere,welcoming staff always very helpful, the food is all you can wish for in a beautiful country pub, the black lion has a lovely beer garden to s...

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Google
4.4 ★ from 315 reviews
John
23.12.2023 - 07:18

Great Mushroom, good friendly atmosphere Lovely pub Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Annie
23.12.2023 - 07:18

Sunday roast was really lovely. I had lamb, hubbie had beef, good selection of inclusive veg and everything was cooked to perfection. The apple crumble and cust...

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Angela
23.12.2023 - 07:18

Lovely food and evening Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4

Gary
23.12.2023 - 07:18

Lovely old pub with dining and drinking areas. Goachers Ales are served here Price per person: £10–20 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4

Ian
23.12.2023 - 07:18

Nice country pub . Sat in nice garden had drinks . Food looked good . Service: 4 Atmosphere: 3

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5.0 ★ from 1 reviews
Angus
23.12.2023 - 07:18

Amazing meal tonight, including homemade dessert options, and friendly staff. Highly recommended.

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Restaurantguru
4.6 ★ from 527 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 191 reviews
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4.5 ★ from 453 reviews
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4.7 ★ from 435 reviews

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