Staying locally, I was disappointed with the offering at my hotel so I ventured (less than a mile) to The Stainton after having read reviews whilst looking for somewhere else to dine.
The food was lovely, I indulged myself with the chilli and pepperoni topped Chicken Parmo - Wow! Not too spicy but rich and cheesy. Also a surprised myself by not falling for one of the lush desserts on offer as my main had sufficiently satisfied my hunger.
The service friendly, also met the chef and passed on my compliments.
Midweek, late and quiet hence the 3* for atmosphere, but given a busier environment/time of week, the rating would more than likely be higher.
Thank you, will visit again if in the area.
Fabulous food, husband said best hotshot parmo he’d had. Service with a smile too, didn’t get the waitress name but she was fun, couldn’t ask for more. We will be back 😂
Lovely owners, and staff who treat you as friends. Truly great local experience, traditional pub, set in an historical 1800's building. They have a lovely outdoor area too for summer, and they are dog friendly. They have a pool table, and a juke box. It can get busy on weekends and can be a bit loud inside, especially with karaoke evenings. They have an attached restaurant too, with great food, and a fireplace, I love a fireplace. Best to book, but they do accommodate walk-ins. There is limited but free parking at the venue, but there are also local bus/taxi services. Pub closes at 11:30pm Sunday to Thursday, and 12:30am on Fri and Sat nights.
We had a beautiful lunch today here. The food was fresh and cooked to perfection.
I had the sirloin steak which was cooked exactly as I wanted it, another had the No chicken chicken on the vegan menu and it was delicious another the chicken parmo. Again perfectly cooked and not oily or greasy at all. All food served with fresh homemade chips salad or veg. Service was fantastic and nothing was too much trouble. Will definitely be going again very soon.
So pleased we went as heard it had shut down. Definitely a gem of a find!
Nice tea rooms with simple homemade cakes in a balanced afternoon tea that wasn't too sweet. (Vegetarian friendly as well) Worth a visit
Nice local with lovely Sunday Carvery.
All good quality, however not much house of vegetables.
Amazing food, amazing drinks and the service is great. Lovely little village pub.
Great birthday with family members staff very pleasant and helpful food great though I had mash couldn't resist trying the chips absolutely fantastic will be back again. Maybe even make it my local
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What a hidden gem , absolutely loved it , went with 2 fellas from work, was greeted and made to feel so welcome , the staff was absolutely lovely and funny , customers was chilled despite the football been on , every one was was polite and really friendly, we ate here to. The meal although this was my 1st and last parmo was fresh hot and cooked to perfection just not a dish thas for me, it was well presented and arrived promptly. Land lady sat next to us and pleasantly chatted and also took the time to say goodbye when she left .....5 stars isn't enough. Can not wait to go back again. The place is so full of character you just want to go
Lovely afternoon tea to start the celebrations for my 60th Birthday. Staff were all very friendly and very attentive. Hope to go back for Sunday lunch soon. Thank you. Xx
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