Black Bull Bar and Bistro in Newark and Sherwood

The Sunday lunch was good; cheap prices but good quality. The meat was very thin but you would expect that for £16. The restaurant wasn’t the nicest, uncomfortable and stained chairs. The service was good though and so was the sweet potato puree!

Delicious and special dishes. There were various tapas, fries, pizzas and desserts to choose from.

Didn't stay in a room, just visited for breakfast. And what a fabulous breakfast. Homemade baked beans were delicious, locally sourced ingredients, nice fresh coffee in a mug sized cup 👌, will be a regular visitor.

Beautiful little pub with a large outdoor seating area, very friendly

Always super tasty food here! Friendly staff, amazing value - top

We had a lovely breakfast here would highly recommend.

Great little village pub, excellent food , drink and service

Went here for Sunday lunch very tasty staff good we will be back

Very good pub, highly recommend.

We went there for a Sunday lunch. Food was fantastic, everything cooked to perfection. Space for parking in front of the pub for maybe up to five cars. On street parking is possible.

Pretty reasonable breakfast locally - standard breakfast was lovely. Nice coffee and very chilled out. Pro’s - sausage was ace con’s - toast was solid! I shoulda put me toms on it. Will defo go again

Great food. Had the short ribs. Fantastic

This place never disappoints!!! The food is exceptional and the staff are so friendly. Really lucky to have such a quality place in Blidworth.

Amazing food, service and atmosphere. Food never fails to impress and 100% the best in the area. Highly recommend this lovely country pub, we’re luck that it’s on our doorstep!

Excellent meal. Parking is not great

Booked for Good Friday lunch as we had not visited before and had read the last few rave reviews. The choice was very limited, everything on the menu involved deep fried food, fish finger sandwiches, pork belly and chips, fish and chips, and toasties etc. Whilst we do like this type of food occasionally it is nice to have at least 1 lighter option. Their were 4 wine choices, by type, advised by the waitress, no wine menu that we were aware of. The best thing about the food was the presentation, very bistroesque. Food of fish and chips and chicken burger and chips were average for us. Couldn't help thinking we'd arrived at a different place to other reviewers.

Popped in for breakfast not knowing what to expect. Was amazed how nice it was. Definitely going back!!

A lovely surprise. Outwardly not that much curb-appeal and parking is a bit of an issue. But ... the food was excellent, service excellent, interior excellent, staff excellent, good choice of beers with even a very decent low alcohol bottle (which makes a change). Overall a very pleasant lunch experience that I would love to repeat. Thank you The Black Bull.

Incredible food. I had fish and chips and can't fault it.

Had breakfast a few times, good food and service 👍🏻

Booked a table for 10 of us for a birthday dinner for my Dad. We were absolutely blown away by the food! The beer crackers were incredible. The duck pops were amazing. My partner had the pie which was the most ingenious pie we've ever seen. I had the burger which was delicious. Zero complaints and all beautifully presented and with fantastic service. We can't wait to go back.

I have travelled across the world but never had such a welcoming reception as I had here and the beer and the food were exceptional I can not believe Ive lived in Mansfield so long and not been here before.SIMPLY EXCEPTIONAL

We eat here once a month and it never, ever lets us down. So many pubs now claim the “ gastro ” title but unless they are anywhere near as good as The Black Bull they really shouldn’t. They really have it down to a fine art here ! menu is brilliantly worded, use of best quality produce, excellent collaboration of flavours and highly skilled chefs ensure that the food really is gastro magnficent ! The owners fabulous too ! Relaxed, welcoming and totally at ease . He really does know good food and is totally confident in his chefs and in his menu . Top marks all round for this place - no need to bother going anywhere else, it just wouldn’t compare.

We went on a Thursday so the pub was quiet so I would have hoped for good service and we weren't disappointed. We did find the main courses a bit limited so not somewhere you could go regularly and only 1 special. Might be more specials on a busier day? Having said that what we had was first rate. Food was piping hot on hot plates. Well presented and very tasty. Starters, I shouldn't complain, but quite large so did fill me up more than expected. My pie was excellent and the chips are "definitely" home made and done in duck fat. Best I have tasted in a good while (some pubs think sticking oven chips in the oven is home made?) Sweets did not disappoint either. Well done and will return at some point, thanks

Just had a business meeting and lunch at the Black Bull in Blidworth, great food and service highly recommended

Lovely venue and the chef made a great effort with our breakfasts but the whole experience was made poor by the attitude of the waitress. We could hardly understand a word, spoke very broken English, she was very aggressive. When I had to use the gents it was quite degrading, I had to get the waitress attention as there was no toilet paper - she said she was too busy, and even told a potential customer who walked in (about 9am) she was too busy to serve him. When I tried to wash up as a result of no toilet paper, there was no soap either, went to inform her again and she said "Told you, very busy ok!" Have been before when the manager was serving or other more helpful staff, in the end I took some napkins off the bar as my son wished to use the loo, and she seen me take them and snapped "Sir, don't take too many them! They bar!". Will not be coming back when she is on shift again unless she gets some training in customer service and manners. The manager is the boss and he had enough modesty to help us with any queries.

The front of the pub was beautifully presented but it is a struggle to find any suitable parking should the 5-6 spaces infront of the pub is taken. The neighbouring pubs all had a dedicated car park so it’s a little off putting. There’s supposed to be an overspill car park but we certainly couldn’t see one. The interiors of the dining space was very well renovated, politely modern with the duck egg green half panels across the walls and the rustic wooden beams in the ceiling. The tables were all beautifully mismatching coupled with plump fabric seating. The serving staff were welcoming and took us to our prebooked table where menus were waiting on the table. I was a little sad to see the menu didn’t match the one on their website (I was quite looking forward to the pigs head croquettes!). We came with empty stomachs for the highly anticipated AA rosette food and left with stomachs fairly full but maybe a little less fulfilled than we hoped. We shared a hog roast sausage roll for a starter and had a tiramisu dessert on top which we usually seldom have room for after a good Sunday lunch. We both opted for the lamb and asked for the shared starter to arrive with the mains but this didn’t happen - I could hear my server’s discontent with the kitchen as she had dutifully informed them it should’ve come out at the same time. Despite that, the mains arrived just as we finished the delicious sausage roll and we were presented with a aesthetically pleasing arrangement of items. It did raise an eyebrow to us that the lamb was sliced in the same way a duck breast would be plated and despite being told it would be served pink, it was more on the well done side. We found it unusual for a whole onion to be found on our plate but it was well cooked and tasted good. Some may find the chef to be stingy with only two roast potatoes in sight but personally this was perfect for me since the plate also had a small dollop of clotted cream mash potatoes. The seasonal greens were satisfying julienned and I also liked how the Yorkshire pudding wasn’t a giant heap of mess but structured and well sized. The glazed carrot was also cooked well and tasted lovely. Strangely, the star of the show was in fact the stuffing instead of the main protein. Don’t get me wrong, the lamb was well seasoned and tasted well but the duck-breast style cut of it made it difficult to eat with normal serving cutlery, wishing we had sharper knifes. The stuffing was perfectly cuboid and held its structure yet a gentle cut would provide a nice slice of a complex taste profile. My only regret was the gravy. I had hoped it would pack a punch of flavours from one of the proteins they had on offer but it offered very little to be desired. It was just a bit bland and with no table salt in sight, we used it as a lubricant to marry all the items on the plate rather than for taste. Overall, we had an enjoyable Sunday lunch in a warm well kept pub to get a respite from the cold with welcoming staff who greeted us well and also pleasantly bid us farewell. Perhaps we held a little too high of expectation but should you be searching for the perfect Sunday lunch, it might be worth exploring elsewhere.

Been eating here for years and will always come back with excitement for trying a new dish. However the chicken balti pie I had last night was a level above. Absolute perfection. The honey glazed chips dipped in balti sauce was something I’d never dreamed of trying but was something I hope I experience again, sat along side a heavenly pie the dish was outstanding. Hats off to the black bull, see you again very soon.

It's been a while since I came here for a meal, luckily for me my cousins invited me to join them. I must say the meal we had was absolutely stunning. Fine food made with love. I just wish I had room to try thier desserts. Next time hey! I highly recommend this great little family run village pub restaurant that serves top quality food. 10/10

Stayed at the Black Bull for four nights and it was just perfect. The room was spacious and very comfortable, with everything you might need. The bed linen was high quality - I slept like a log! - and the hospitality tray was very generous. I was in Room 1 which had a bath and shower, and which overlooked Blidworth Main Street. It was great to see village life going on! The host, Elaine, was vey kind and accommodating. The breakfasts were delicious - beautifully cooked - as were the evening meals (I ate there one evening and explored further afield on the other evenings). A fascinating and historic pub, carefully and perfectly restored. Very good value and highly recommended.

Just returned home after staying 3 nights, couldn’t fault a thing, room was lovely and clean, best stocked tea tray and enough milk sachets. Breakfast was lovely, excellent bacon and sausages, but I must say the porridge was amazing! Great location for exploring the local area. Maybe look to install somewhere to lock bikes to, but will definitely rebook again. Would have been nice if you could do a little history write up of the building. Thanks for a nice stay.

Absolutely amazing food at the Black Bull, we had lunch and a desert each and they were both faultless! Very reasonable price considering the how high quality the food was. Welcoming team also

Had a great Lamb Curry one of the best I’ve eaten Thanks Peter & Crew -Fab service highly recommended 🙏x

We booked in for an overnight stay to attend a friend's 40th birthday party in neighbouring Rainworth. Peter greeted us with a lovely, friendly, welcoming smile and showed us to our room which was spotlessly clean, beautifully presented and spacious. We literally were dumping our bags to attend the party but when taxi services in the area let us down Peter without hesitation said 'I will take you, it's literally 3 miles down the road'! The pub was busy and the food coming out to tables looked amazing but we needed to be elsewhere... Peter took us and we were so, so grateful! What a gesture! We had an amazing time at the birthday party and were welcomed back later that evening by Peter again... We settled for the night and found the bed soooo comfy and the 11.30am checkout was welcomed after a 'big night out'.... We were served a fantastic 'full english' breakfast with toast, tea, coffee and orange juice (included in the room rate) at 11.30am which was brilliant as some places will stop breakfasts much earlier. The place was already filling with locals calling in for coffees and breakfast snacks... The phone was ringing for Sunday Lunch bookings which we overheard were 'fully booked'... A sign this place is thriving locally... A shame we were just visiting for an event elsewhere and couldn't take advantage of trying out their menu but as we were so impressed with the staff and accommodation on offer I think we will most definitely be back! Thank you for such a pleasant stay. Til next time x

Went out for a rare night out with the wife , friends had said how good it was here .. they were not wrong . Excellent friendly service, superb food , presented & cooked to be perfection . Wine was a little pricey but I’m probably behind the times on that . Will defo be back

Great pub and selection of cask ales. Nice ambience and decor to match. We didn't eat but saw food coming out and it looked well presented and not your typical pre cooked microwave tripe that is all too common now in the big brewery pubs....

This pub and restaurant is exceptional. It's an absolute hidden gem, that gets everything right, every time. Each new season's menu is an absolute delight, the ingredients are clearly carefully chosen and high quality. The staff are warm, welcoming and hardworking. We've had breakfast, lunch...

Just got back from a great meal at the Black Bull,first time there and not what I was expecting ,the hosts ,atmosphere and food was spot on looking forward to returning soon ,Thanks again for a great evening.

As a food business owner and well, just a huge l❤️ver of food I'll always both give credit where its due and help others find amazing places to eat so here it is. I've not had a breakfast this good (out of my own place...

Anyone wanting an excellent, well presented breakfast should try the Black Bull. Having just visited for a standard breakfast and a cured salmon breakfast with avocado and egg, I must say that the quality was excellent. A warm welcome in a comfortable dining room and...

Went tonight for the first time as wanted to try somewhere new Well impressed. Food was just brilliant, ambience was good and a relaxed setting. Waiter service was good but not intrusive. Would highly recommend

Been twice now for food. First time was phenomenal. We had some large mozzarella sticks for starts which were divine and the mains were incredible. Perfectly cooked meals with great bodied Sauces accompanying the dish. Servers are polite and very attentive at the oerfect balance....

We went to The Bulls Head last Saturday for the first time and they had some Burns Supper specials on the menu. The loin of lamb, haggis and black garlic Wellington was delicious as was the lamb stovies. We had a lovely evening. My husband...

Fabulous as always fish and chips were superb the tartare sauce was to die for and the girl behind the bar was on her own and service was excellent abs friendly atmosphere will defo recommend and go again xxx

Just stayed at the Black Bull for a couple of nights for a family wedding at Newstead Abbey just 10 minutes up the road. The two lovely rooms were great value, very comfortable with everything you might need. Big comfy bed and nicely decorated. The...

Been meaning to go here for ages, and so glad we finally did. We very nearly didn’t stay as the sandwich choice is very limited and I didn’t like any of the three choices. But we stayed and both ordered fish & chips. Wow, they...

Four of us gathered together for a catch-up over a relaxed lunch, and we were treated to a rare gem - a fantastic bistro with five-star food and service. From our first welcome drink to the last coffee, we felt looked after. A lovely meal,...

They smash it every time! The welcome, the room , the food (fish n chips is a MUST) , the staff are superb , Elaine , as always is so accommodating, Can not recommend this place highly enough, 6 star all the time Thank you

Having seen some publicity about the place pre pandemic finally got round to a visit with the good lady. Great service in the bar, 3 good cask beers on with a good choice of other ale and lager, and gins!! Dining room has a nice...

We went for couples lunch and we were pleasantly surprised by the experience. The chef even made a chicken burger for me which wasn’t in the menu. Portions were large and staff were very friendly.

A fantastic pub dining experience! Very friendly staff and lovely atmosphere. The fish and chips were probably the best I've ever had in a pub - just superb. The gravy was a new one to me, but a very nice touch. The sticky toffee pudding to finish was also top notch. Great ales on tap too. The bill was very reasonable to boot. We will definitely be back!

Me and my wife visited last night on the official reopening of the restaurant. The food and service was of such a high standard we genuinely couldn’t find one constructive criticism to offer the owner.A locally sourced seasonal menu delivered on every aspect, from presentation to taste it really is a must visit for every food lover. With such a diverse menu the only head scratching done will be that of “what am I missing out on” and certainly not “I can’t find anything I fancy”.Massive thankyou to the team at The Black Bull for a fantastic evening.

Had an afternoon drinks and meal, we ordered the burger x2 absolutely awesome the pork stuffing was melt in the mouth well worth the money will definately order again only if I was hungry as the portions were very ample staff very attentative a total pleasurable experience.

The Forge Wood-fired pizza at the Black Bull in Blidworth - what a find. A chance meeting with the pizza chef last week has led to a real gem. My wife is gluten intolerant and we really struggle with good food. Many mainstream restaurants offer GF pizzas that have a very limited rang of toppings and end up having quite bland thin crust bases. As a challenge i asked the chef if he could do a couple of pizzas with toppings from their standard menu plus a couple of garlic pizzas, all Gluten Free delivered to my home. The answer was an resounding yes he could meet the challenge. I returned home and asked my wife what topping she would like on her GF pizza? We both selected different toppings and each had a garlic bread. The order was placed for home delivery with a side of triple cooked chips. The order was delivered on time. We opened be boxes and were delighted with what we found. Excellent wood fired pizzas smelling and tasting delicious, to make life simple i had decided to have a GF pizza as well. We both tucked into the pizzas which were both faultless. We were certainly impressed with the response of the chef and the quality of the product. Superb customer service Well Done. We were expecting a premium price, as we were used to with the national chain pizza restaurants. They were charged at the same price as the standard pizzas on the main menu. We will be a regular customer from now on.Absolutely fabulous customer experiencePaul & Margaret

Sunday beef lunch , amazing. Delivery on time . Everything so tasty . Gravy mmmmm veg beautifully cooked Well done x

We have been long awaiting the return of "The Forge" pizzas from the Black Bull as they were previously the best we'd had. However tonights Pizzas were far from what they were prior to the break they've had. Under cooked and hardly any toppings on them at all.

I stayed for 4 nights bed and breakfast, and could not have wished for a more excellent place to stay. Friendly, professional and welcoming staff. Comfortable bed, great shower and delicious breakfasts. I recommend this place.

I never ever write a review but this is a brilliant pub/bistro and hotel. The staff have been amazing, so friendly and helpful. I'm only staying two nights but wish I could stay in this little gem for longer. I've just had black pudding scotch eggs for starter and the Black Bull burger. FIRST CLASS. The rooms are spotless and the shower is hot and REALLY powerful. As I said before, I never write reviews but I had to... So impressed! You won't be disappointed. Thanks black bull

There are times when you come across a gem and this is a diamond. Great atmosphere,excellent staff, marvellous beers and food fit for the gods

We have considered going to eat here many times, but not managed it until last Tuesday. Nice place inside with an moden country relaxing feel to it. When the food arrived we were both delighted, full of flavour tender and we'll presented. My wife's vegetarian choice was particularly good, she loved it. Great food and a great night. Helpful & friendly staff too... Definitely going to be a fairly regular occasion.

Travelled 24 miles (there and back) only to be told that they weren't serving pizza even though the website have opening times. Apparently the pizza chef went for a 2 hour lunch because they weren't busy.. I emailed the owners to discuss bit no reply hence this review. Poor

We booked Sunday Lunch at The Black Bull as we had heard the reviews were very good, it was a last minute decision and we went with an open mind. I always feel a little disappointed with some places that we have eaten on a Sunday but I have to say the Sunday lunch here was just perfect.The menu itself was lovely and very carefully put together. My husband and myself ordered the Beef, it was just gorgeous, more like sliced steak covered in just enough gravy which melted in the mouth. The roast potatoes were crispy and I think these might have been roasted in Goose fat, the vegetables were cooked perfectly. We both had a desert of Bakewell Tart which was homemade and just as delicious. The service was very good and there was a nice relaxing feel to the dining area. I don't know who was responsible in the kitchen today but I think he or she or even they deserve a little recognition for such excellent food. I don't usually go on about a Sunday lunch but this really was first class and we will be recommending The Black Bull to all our friends and family.

Having lived locally for just over two years and popping over to the Black Bull for the occasional drink or pizza, we decided to go for a meal. Well what an absolute delight it was. We were all very happy with the care, attention to detail, presentation and quality of the three course meal served. Compliments to the Chef and staff. We'll definitely be going again!!

We stayed overnight here (rooms excellent) and had dinner in the restaurant. There were some issues on the night in the kitchen as the head chef was away and the kitchen was manned by solely by his young offsider - but despite a bit of a wait for them - when our meals arrived they were excellent - full credit to the young chef!! I have to also mention the front of house - our waitress was so good - I believe she just returned from maternity and it must have been a bit of a rough first night back due to the kitchen being a little slower than usual. She was just so excellent in her role - so gracious to everyone in the restaurant, explaining the delays - she managed a difficult situation extremely well. Despite the issues I’m giving them all top marks because of how well they handled it and because the food was great!

Lovely place in a nice part of the world. Good menu from which we chose steak. For some in the party it was cooked just right but for others it was a bit dry and bland and not as good as it could,or should have been. Would still go again.

There is a reason why the Black Bull has won awards for the last 2 years. The food is served at a very high standard. The fish and chips are excellent with a hand made tartar sauce. Burgers are great. Numerous IPAs on tap to go with a great choice menu.

We went here for Sunday lunch. The roast potatoes were too hard, the remaining food was okay but not hot. We waited 40 minutes for our main meal, with no update from the staff, the restaurant wasn’t busy. We won’t rush to return.

Spectacular featured evening, with the most delicious pies. Give this place a try you won’t be disappointed 👌

I booked a table for eleven as a surprise 80th birthday reunion lunch for a friend. The staff were so helpful and flexible, coping with the chatter of eleven women who had not been together for 41 years.

What a pleasant surprise, went late on Sunday afternoon at short notice, the restaurant was not busy which always makes me concerned but how wrong could I have been!!

Been to this bar twice now and stayed the night on both occasions.The accommodation is clean, comfortable and worth the money, breakfast included also. We had special occasions to attend hence the reason we used this accommodation but always ended back here for the lady few drinks. The people are lovely the atmosphere is great and the staff couldn't do more to make you feel welcome. So thanks to Pete , daisy and all the staff.

A few issues to note: noisy plumbing whenever water is running or toilet flushing; area around upstairs fire exit littered with old furniture (could be made into quite a nice balcony); noise in rooms from music in bar below (although this is to be expected when staying in a pub). All easily rectified.

1st visit as we were visiting GBG pubs in the area, Pub itself was nice, however one of the local regulars who was on 1st name terms with the bar staff must of took exception to 2 new faces being in HIS pub, as we left he accused me of not saying thank you to the bar staff, which I had. The other pubs in the area had lovely customers.

Last minute drop in and what excellent food. Best larger battered non greasy fish and chips. Really really good all round will definitely be back. Service impeccable from the young lady in the bar and our waitress, thank you.

A great find for Sunday lunch! Delightful village pub has a smart but comfortable dining room as well as a traditional bar. Menu offers roasts as well as posh burgers and artisan pizzas. We went for mushroom and duck liver pate for starters followed by roast beef and fancy shepherds pie. All beautifully cooked and presented. Delicious flavours. Tempted by dessert menu and we were not disappointed. Scrumptious.

Visited recently for lunch, nice venue, good service, child friendly and the food on the whole was good too. Overall, it was an enjoyable visit.

We stayed at The Black Bull last night. The pub is in a small village, and it has lots of character, even though it has been modernised. The staff are very accommodating and very friendly. The room was spacious, the bed very comfy and a duvet I didn't want to get under from! The cooked breakfast was hearty. But it's the detail that makes this place special. The rooms have bottles of shampoo, shower gel and moisturiser. There are cotton buds in the bathroom and tissues next to the bed. The decor is minimalist and everything has it's place. Tea at breakfast comes in a matching tea set. This was very unexpected and very good value for money.

Dopo Robin hood alla ricerca di un posto tipico, non turistico. Buona proposta di piatti, locale accogliente e carino, personale molto disponibile e pronto. Piatti gustosi. Rapporto prezzo qualità molto buono. Grazie mille

Sunday lunch is just delicious and excellent quality. Definitely recommend its our favourite restaurant.

The Bull has a lovely atmosphere with the interior being rustic and modern. All staff there are lovely and friendly and know their locals!! I would say that the drinks can be a little over priced but they have a wide range of gins and some craft ales. the pizzas they do there that they also deliver locally to the villages are to die for!! we have had these a few times as takeaways and have eaten in - these are reasonably prices. the also have a fine dining menu which we haven't tried but all looks lovely - they do a taster menu for around £40pp last time we went to try out their fine dining.

We went to the Black Bull for the first time, and even now, I am not sure how I felt about the experience! The interior is very nice, and we were seated promptly after pre-booking. The whole experience seemed a little awkward however. The food was OK (I had the fish, my wife Sunday dinner and my daughter the burger), but it all seemed under cooked. Could be great, but something doesnt seem right on this and we left feeling underwhelmed.

We had an absolutely amazing meal here, top quality produce cooked to perfection and very reasonably priced. The pub is lovely and cosy and the staff were extremely friendly. We cannot wait to return, the best meal I’ve had in a very long time!

A traditional village pub which was revamped a couple of year ago.

Whilst I can’t comment on the lunch or dinner, the breakfast is second to none, hot fresh and prompt

This local pub is located in Old Blidworth on the main road leading into the village. This establishment is not only a pub but has a restaurant as well as being a B & B. The staff are very friendly and welcoming, the restaurant looks very nice and the food is reportedly very good. There is the option of bar food such as Pizzas chips etc having tried the Pizzas they are excellent and reasonably priced. There is limited parking in front of this establishment. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this establishment.

Went as a couple for Sunday lunch & it was really good. Roast beef was really nice, generous, it looked like a brisket. I had a tasty cheese soufflé. All the staff were friendly & professional. They played nice music that wasn't annoying. Even the lighting was just right. It's really clean. Cosy decor. We really enjoyed our visit.

Really good service from all staff, attentive and helpful. Very good room, comfortable and large, better than some of the more expensive places we have stayed. Came back late after Christmas concert by "St Agnes' Fountain" a few minutes away at Rainworth, lateness was no trouble to staff. Would definitely stay here again.

A very nice little pub. Has some interesting things on the menu, the staff are genuine and very welcoming

Having heard from many sources this place was making waves on the circuit we called in to check it out. We found a very comfy bar area with a well maintained bar. Friendly staff beavering around. The restaurant looked inviting and a must on our next visit. The menus oozed sumptuous dishes. A pizza oven offers those that want pizzas to be catered for also. I think parking could be an issue if very busy but all in all definitely worth a visit.

Our visit for Breakfast was fantastic Everything tasted beautiful lovely coffee excellent service - great prices too Please keep this beautiful place quiet if ’too many people go and try it we won’t be able to get a table as we will be returning !!

After an uncomfortable couple of hours spent in a static traffic jam, we gave up on our plans and ended up in Blidworth cold and very hungry. Staff were incredible friendly and welcoming. The menu was a huge surprise and looked far beyond what we’d expected for a lovely countryside pub. The food far surpassed our expectations, homemade beef pie was delicious as was treacle soda bread, in fact everything we ate was faultless and far exceeded our expectations. Coffee was also delicious. We could not believe how reasonable the prices were for the food we ate, albeit were used to prices in the city but even by village pub standards it was a bargain.

I stayed in one of the rooms a couple of weeks ago whilst visiting family and I have to say I honestly could not fault this B/B bar restaurant. The room I had was immaculately clean, warm and comfortable and to be fair more facilities than I needed at no extra cost. Breakfast in the morning was hot Nd fresh and served with a smile, The lady who greeted me on check in was superb as was the lady serving breakfast, I believe her name is Elaine. I stay in the area often and used other places but I won’t again, I’ve already booked for my next trip up there. Value for money is bang on, atmosphere is friendly . Yep, highly recommend this place..

Called in there for lunch with a very good friend. I always check cleanliness on arrival anywhere I dine. This place is spot on. Credit to the owners and staff! The food was quality plus, mussels in a stout sauce and a duck terrine for starters, we shared these between us. They were both very good, tasty and well presented. Main course was steak pie for both of us. As they were brought out my friend and I both looked at each other with a surprise on our faces. They looked like baked apples from where we were sat. The chefs had shaped the hot water crust pastry around the meat. Very innovative and full of meat with an excellent jus. Desserts were a blackberry and chocolate mousse and a sticky toffee pudding. Both full of flavour and beautifully presented. Quality food, service and clean premises. Not overpriced just quality at a reasonable price. Highly recommended to all.

We felt like we were in someone's house, roaring fire, comfy settees and lots of people standing about having a drink.

What a pleasure it was to dine out at a restaurant that serves quality food at reasonable prices. A limited menu as opposed to a choice of 30 items or more like the cheap and cheerful's ensures quality food being served on every occasion.

Dining room lacking atmosphere. Food choice very limited and a bit ott with unnecessary words in the description.

A local fine dining experience. Ideal for date night. small menu with locally sourced well cooked food. Reasonably priced for fine Dining and excellent wine list.

Made to feel unwelcome because of financial status, we are all human at the end of the day! Unfortunately some people like to think money talks.

It’s fantastic 👌had the afternoon tea here this afternoon, what an experience, awesome service, the food was out of this world can’t recommend this place enough!

Awesome food, beautifully presented, at a very reasonable price. Would only make a very minor suggestion for more alternatives to chips/potatoes. But fab, will definitely be going back.