The Griffin

Always loved the Griffin, used to drink Pedi in there in the late 80s and 90s. 1st time back in a few years and whilst it had changed a fair bit it is still a decent pub though I had Guinness so I can't comment on the bitter at the mo. Anyway the great news is if you buy an annual discount card for a year (£5) then the beer (and food) in incredibly well priced. Already recouped the fiver after a burger and two pints. Chicken burger was good value for less than £7. On top of the competitive bar prices we were able to watch the rugby (football was on too) so I'd imagine they will have plenty of trade over the world cup. Staff were very good and friendly and stil has a great beer garden! Some on street parking close by (1 hour during core hours, otherwise pay to park car parks are easy walking distance). On the whole a top afternoon thanks and great value for money.

Now that I've graduated and my days as a student in Loughborough are over, I find myself reminiscing about the many evenings spent at The Griffin pub. This neighborhood spot became a regular hangout for me and my university mates over the years. We'd frequently stop into The Griffin on weeknights for their stellar pub quiz and trivia nights. Testing our questionable knowledge over a few affordable pints made for some hilarious and heated team debates! Even when we didn't win, the upbeat trivia hosts and lively atmosphere always made for a fun time. The staff also deserve a shoutout for putting up with our animated student antics on weekends, while serving us fast, The Griffin was a reliably chill spot. Looking back, The Griffin gave me and my peers loads of laugh-filled memories during our Loughborough days. For the great times it hosted and the role it played in my university years, I'd happily give The Griffin a 5 out of 5 star rating. Cheers!

Everything was nice except the ventilation. The first thing that struck us as we walked in was the stuffy smell and still air. I understand that the windows were closed to keep the warmth inside but it wasn’t great for the air quality. Anyway, food, drink, and reception were pleasant and warm. Overall, we enjoyed spending time there.

I have been attending the Griffin for the past 4 years as a student and hands down it is the best pub in Loughborough. The staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming, prices are great, and the atmosphere is second to none. Whether you’re going for a chilled midday pint, or heading to one of their griff garden parties for a night of dancing, I can’t recommend this pub enough. Thank you Griffin for all of the memories over the past 4 years, you won’t be forgotten and I’ll be back!

I only knew night life here so I had to ask if kids are welcomed, which were, so took the kids here and was not disappointed, great staff, big screens, great price's, beats Amber rooms by miles, will be eating here more often, strongly suggest the ultimate southern fried chicken burger, even the fries were amazing tbh, next time i will be playing pool whilst waiting for dinner, which took less than 15 minutes to make us 5 different meals... 4.6/5... only suggestion is I'd love coleslaw with the burger but that's just me