Friday night. Date night. Catweasel and The Seacucumber are craving a steak. Where else better to…read morego in Burton than the Stanhope Arms. Well we're not too sure of that yet as we are currently scouring Burton for the tastiest esblishments around, but what we do know is that is gave us everything we desired for this particular night. We were hungry, we fancied a nice pub atmoshpere, we didnt want too much fuss, and we didn't want to pay Liberia's deficit for it. Seating was easy enough, we asked at the bar whilst ordering drinks and were informed we could either order there and then or have a waitress come and take our order once we were seated. There was plenty of room although the restaurant area was far from deserted. The menu was full of steak, burgers and pasta, typical of this kind of this type of establishment, with a specials board comprising of a mixed grill and stuffed chicken. We both opted for these with a mini-combo platter as a starter as we were starving and couldn't wait to fill our boots. The food came quickly and was very satisfying. The peppercorn sauce particularly was very nice. The service was friendly, the food was nice and plentiful and the price was reasonable. All in all we were left satisfied knowing that we had made a decent choice in The Stanhope Arms that night. Will we find a better steakhouse? Probably, however..We'll Decide!

The Stanhope Arms has been through many incarnations in its lifetime, from one of the classiest…read moredining establishments in the area, through to its current incarnation as Table Table restaurant and a Premier Inn attached. The car parks are to the side and across the road, the latter giving you a precipitous crossing of the A511, one of the busiest roads in the area! Large billboards advertise their current deals, like 2 meals £10 before 6.30pm on a weekday, but the gaudiness of the signs remind me of American fast food establishments. The restaurant is large, well lit and separated nicely into a large drinking area to the front and dining tables to the rear, with a few more private enclosed areas for larger parties, like a family meal. A comprehensive bar selection too. The menu is thorough, but unspectacular, reasonably priced but generic, with dishes like burgers, lasagne and steak being the staple dishes, with other more interesting meals being thinner on the ground. The service is good, staff are friendly and there is just the right amount of time between courses. Being a party of three and hungry, we just had some standard dishes - chilli, lasagne and a burger. The chilli and burger didn't break any culinary boundaries, but were filling nonetheless. However, the meat lasagne seemed to have lost its meat, which was disappointing. The food is not up to the standard the Stanhope was previously known for, but if you need a reasonably priced meal, you could do a lot worse than the Stanhope. However, it wouldn't be my first choice of generic eating establishments in the area.

Sadly I have to update and demote this beautiful place from 5 stars to 3 stars. I have been a few…read moretimes since my last review and to be honest it has wobbled between unreliable to just plain mediocre in terms of food. We went to the lobster special event late last year and it was just plain disappointing. We had advised friends to try the restaurant and they went the same week and they were also beyond unimpressed. Today we went for lunch, I found little on the menu that interested me and decided on the "famous fish pie". Incredible salty and not good in terms of quality or taste. I am not a chef but can make a fish pie WAY better than this at home. Mrs G had a burger which was very small, and the fries covered in salt. Will be a long time until we return. Sadly Review # 56 2019

The winery used to be amazing. Through covid it was great still but I don't know what's happened…read moresince - everything's gone downhill. The food quality, service... everything. I can't help feel that there have been some cost cutting efforts made. Unfortunately they're more than obvious though.

I got spat on tripped up and hair ripped out and the food tasted like rotten egg soup and my water…read moretasted like pepper spray

This lovely little village pub has a really friendly, local atmosphere about it. Lunch time meals…read morein the summer months are relaxing in the quaint outdoor cottage garden. Lunch indoors during the winter months next to the log fire or just reclining in the comfortable arm chairs is a heart warming joy. The food is always excellent, from a large yet mainly traditional British menu. They have a well stocked wine menu and plenty of guest/traditional beers & ales. The ONLY downside is that the establishment is a bit small in size (indoors) and so on popular nights can get quite cramped but in the summers months the outdoor seating helps to alleviate this problem.

All of the reviews for this pub are 6-9 years old and so irrelevant in terms of judging whether or…read morenot to visit this establishment. First the good - the owners are a really friendly and sociable couple - from Lithuania it turns out. Really nice people. The place is spotlessly clean, and not busy. Also a cute old water mill (and a stuffed fox that a local kid found an eye-catcher) encased in glass as you walk in. The drinks were OK (we both had cider) however the food offerings could benefit from a little more love. The yelp page shows a link to menu but it does not work :(

The Mill Wheel, just on the outskirts of Hartshorne is a popular pub with drinkers and diners…read morealike. A large well set out car park leads you to the entrance, with its magnificent working water wheel - a great window into its past life as a working water mill. The bar has an informal type setting, large comfy sofas, and an eclectic mix of different type tables. Along with the roaring open fire, it all adds to the sociable, chilled out and relaxed feel of the Mill Wheel. A variety of bar snacks and a good range of hot of cold drinks, make it an ideal place to have lunch. The upstairs restaurant area has more formal classical air to it. Bathed with light during the day, it has a very contemporary feel. The menu is a la carte and has a great variety of different dishes, which are refreshed with daily and weekly specials. Although there is a deal on two courses from a restricted menu, the restaurant is still fairly pricey. The food is of a high quality though, the vegetarian Lasagne with a Swiss Chard base and the lamb tagine are particular favourites. Some of the dishes can be a bit style over substance though, but on the whole the food is full of flavour and very individual. A great place to go for a special occasion.

Visited the Dragon this afternoon for Sunday lunch. Unfortunately we arrived at around 3pm and they…read morewere fully booked (so book a table in advance). But we stood at the bar with a drink and admired the beautiful husky that was visiting the pub and after 20minutes were seated. The food was absolutely delicious and cannot be faulted in any way. The only reason why I've not given 5 stars is because I was really looking forward to a lamb shank and unfortunately they had sold out and hadn't told me when I sat down. The service was very pleasant and we were even offered extra gravy half way through our meal which I think is a great touch. Great pub, not cheap but definitely worth every penny.

Recently rebranded as 'The Dragon', this is one of three pubs in Willington that are in close…read moreproximity. A popular pub with a largish car park, in a good location right next to the canal. A good variety of outdoor seating, both at the front of the pub and in prime location next to the canal, perfect for a summer's evening! Inside the pub is modern and spacious, with pictures adorning the walls from Willington in bygone times. We visited on a Bank Holiday and the Dragon was very busy with diners and drinkers alike, sheltering from the incessant rain! Menu wise, a good variety of dishes, both traditional and more modern. As it was so busy on the evening we visited, we just went straight for the mains. We went for the 'Dragon burger' and the Moroccan Tagine; the burger was tasty enough, with a pleasant accompanying side salad and great chips. The tagine was the pick of the dishes though, full of flavour and a sizeable portion, with cous cous, but could have done with a portion of veg, but that was an extra. Other dishes included steaks, fish and chips, homemade pies etc. A good meal, and we will definitely give the starters and desserts a try on another visit.

Having read the previous reviews and needing a place to go and celebrate our wedding anniversary,…read morewe decided to give the Old Vicarage a try. The Old Vicarage is a grand looking building adjacent to a church in Branston, on the edge of Burton. The whole place as you entered had a touch of class, from relaxing in a lounge area to choose your dishes to being shown to your table only when the starters were ready, we knew we had made the right choice. We had chosen the three course option (£21.95 + supplements), and were shown into an opulent dining area with large tables, amply spaced and tastly furnished. My starter of mixed terrine including guinea fowl and rabbit, with melba toast and a sweet chutney was tasty, without being startling. The main course and dessert however, were a different story. The main of monkfish and prawns in a chilli and garlic based linguini was full of flavour, whilst my wife's seabass was cooked to perfection. Our desserts of lemon tart and a trio of chocolate desserts were arguably even better, probably the nicest white chocolate I have ever eaten! The pacing of the courses was just right and the waiting staff were friendly and helpful. Finishing off with petit fours and coffee in the lounge, it felt like the special occasion we wanted it to be. The Old Vicarage is not cheap, but serves great food in wonderful surroundings.

Very bad experience. Poor service. Arrogant owner. Very small portions..tasting very average. A…read morevery over rated establishment and a huge disappointment on our expectations

The Railway Inn, just out of Swadlincote town centre has a restaurant attached called Chang Thai…read more We had heard good reports from friends, so we decided to check it out, we were not disappointed. Even at 7.00pm on a weeknight the restaurant was half full, so I would advise you to book, particularly at the weekends. The restaurant has an authentic feel, with large rafia backed chairs and solid wooden tables. We were instantly made to feel welcome by the friendly and helpful staff, the restaurant has a very relaxed atmosphere. The menu is comprehensive to say the least, with a chilli rating used for the spiciness of the dish. Pay heed to this scale as the food can be a tad piquant, to say the least! Not being as au fait with Thai food as some other cuisines, we plumped for one the many set menus. The starter in the vegetarian menu we chose was tasty and varied, but a little greasy. The main courses had good variety, but were a little spicier than I had anticipated, but very flavoursome nonetheless. A good cup of coffee to finish and an entertaining aside watching other customers having their dishes flambeaud (flames enveloping the ceiling!), rounded off a great evening. Definitely be returning, but will probably pick from the menu next time, something slightly milder!

This pub is just outside Swadlincote Town Centre near to Eureka Park. It is nicely decorated and…read morecomfortable enough inside. The staff are friendly enough but do not expect a conversation, they always seem to have something better to do. This place is not overly busy and although they have some live entertainment at weekends, I would rather see a band than a man or woman with a backing track.

I have been here so many times over the last 8 years and hadn't realized that I had never written a…read morereview :(. So let me correct this error! It is arguably now the best restaurant in Burton - and certainly the most consistent. The food is ALWAYS good and if you choose wisely tasty and money well spent. Service is always with a smile, helpful and friendly. The ambiance is cosy and you can influence by your choice of seating - plenty of options allowing a romantic meal with your SO, a business meeting or fun with friends. Personally I love the tapas!!

Great food, great atmosphere, attentive waitress. I am from the United States of AMERICA and I…read morethink this place would rival some hot spots in the US. I highly recommend

A tiny, upmarket restaurant close to Burton-on-Trent station. It was an impulse visit, having…read moreattended a beer festival at the National Brewing Centre, one which I did not regret. At first I was hesitant because of the somewhat pretentious descriptions of the dishes on the menu (which usually indicate tiny portions). The starter was tiny indeed, but the main dish, Gressingham duck breast with mixed vegetables, was adequate in size. Both starter and mains were nicely presented and very tasty, especially the duck breast, and the vegetables even more so. Not too many options on the menu, which is usually a good sign. The waiter was extremely welcoming and helpful, he even gave me a leaflet of the brewery whose beers ("real lagers") the restaurant offers - from the bottle only. The beer (see photo) was indeed excellent. It's a really small place, no more than 20 seats I gather. They close fairly early, and when I visited at about 9 p.m. only three tables were occupied. No one came in after me. The decor is stylish but without frills. Very good food and service at an elevated, but certainly not outrageous price. Recommended to inhabitants and visitors of this two-horse town, which was once the beer capital of the world.

This is a smart little restaurtant near the station in Burton…read more The decor is standard posh nosh style - brown leather dining chairs and white tablecloths. No complaints about the food either - the menu has steak, belly pork, lamb shank each with some unusual addition to add interest to the flavour. My starter of back pudding with rabbit and mustard sauce was very tasty. The wine was expensive but otherwise all very pleasant, if slightly formulaic. I will definitely go back, possibly for one of their regular comedy evenings.

Great service! Best grilled cheese ever !! Love the free peanuts!!! Wonderful locationread more

This place has to be the place for burgers! Ultimate choice of toppings what can I say. Chips…read morecooked in peanut oil and burgers and hotdogs are immense. They also do milkshakes. I opted for the cheeseburger which was a single patty. The double is quite pricey at 8 pound. Toppings wise I got.. Lettuce, tomato, pickles, fried onion, mayo, ketchup and mustard. Mmmm Delish. The bin is tasty too. The fries are crispy and not greasy - which I hate. Worth a trip for the burger alone. Losing a star for price and the bun would be nicer if brioche. Drinks-what to choose... You'll have to think about it because I've never seen so much choice.. You name it they have it! Tip- regular fries are grand for sharing between two unless starving. Little burger is enough in my opinion again unless you're able... Go for it! You'll pay. Enjoy :)