Blue Pig in Rugby

Absolutely brilliant my sister lives in the village so this is her local. I had lasagne and chips great but thechips were to die for soft an the nside and crispy on the outside if the chef doesn't tell me how he cooks them I will kidnap him. Dave the host with the mostest

I called in to the Blue Pig on Saturday to ascertain what availability was like for Sunday lunch (hearing how popular a venue it is). I checked they did a Sunday roast and was assured that they did. I joked I’d like some of each roast meat….fine, no problem I was told. Two of us duly rocked up on Sunday (at the recommended time), ordered our Sunday roasts (me saying I’d have a taste of each meat). My friend paid the bill but it wasn’t until later that we realised there was an additional charge of £6 included which we had no explanation for. Curiosity got the better of my friend and she rang the Blue Pig today to find out what the £6 charge was for. Apparently, each additional meat selection costs £3 (fair enough) but it was a charge I was wholly unaware of and still can’t find on the menu. This took the cost of my 1-course Sunday lunch to over £21 which came as a bit of a surprise. The meal was good overall but the pork was a bit tough and I left most of it. (I’d have had a word with the staff if I’d known about the extra cost involved). More transparency is needed please.

Stumbled upon this place,popped in for a drink and ended up having food,as we were made to feel welcome straight away, steaks were amazing,definitely going to return in the very near future, I would rate The Blue Pig 100/10 for every part of our experience,many thanks

Overpriced for awful food and very dirty. Very judgemental and clicky environment not family Friendly at all. Manager cannot deal with complaints in a professional manner either, he runs away and claims to be too busy and to deal with criticism

Although it was a quiet night, the service was first class, and the food quality was superb with decent portions for a reasonable price for a quality country pub.

Food over priced and awful. Management not interested at all. But I piad in full never to return. Not even for drinks az toilets were filthy as well

Thought we'd celebrate 30 years of living in the village this month by revisiting our local. ( I don't use it much as I'm a CAMRA member and a fan of Craft Beer, so Greene King has nothing much to offer me). It was very busy. Which is nice to see. You want your local to do well. I'd heard quite a few people say it had improved recently. I ordered a Chicken Tikka Masala. For £15.95: the most expensive one I've tried locally. Never had one quite like it anywhere else. A modest couple of spoonfuls of rice, some chunks of fairly tired chicken and no Naan bread provided. That is a first, home or abroad for me. A couple of easily shattered poppadoms are no substitute. My partner was fairly happy with her blade of beef. The meat looked nice and tender. My beer was badged as a Guest and cost £4.95. However, "Bellhaven Scorcher" is a 3.8% Greene King product . Like most GK beers it was wet and tasted a bit beery. I can recall with fondness when the Blue Pig used to sell Oakham Citra on one of the Guest pumps. Now that's a beer which compliments a curry. Staff were fine, but seemed under pressure. I know the Pig well. it gets warm in there in summertime -although it was raining when we walked over. Perhaps we picked the wrong day. Pleasant enough pub: new outdoor area looks a definite improvement.

Having eaten here for the first time, we decided to return within days for a second bash; we were not disappointed. The steak and ale pie (Stilton is extra), was excellent, home cooked, pipping hot, and delicious (coming from a pie person). The pub dates back to 1415, and has clearly undergone restoration over the las5 year; the rear beer garden has lovely seating and is inviting; the small pod are a fabulous idea. Overall great place to eat, welcoming staff, and very professionally run.

An old style pub, lots of brass etc. Clearly locally popular. I had a chicken caesar salad, which was nice enough- I've had a few tasteless ones elsewhere recently, but this had a lot of flavour with a home made caesar dressing and plenty of parmesan. Dessert was Sticky toffee pudding with ice cream. Really nice. I guess, if I had any downside, it was the generally sullen look of those serving, with one of the girls openly arguing with an older gent, castigating him for some reason. I ALWAYS tip if the service is good- it is part of the experience and these positions don't tend to be highly paid, so it is an important addition. I didn't tip on this occasion. Any meal where you feel you are being a hinderance to the evening of the waiting staff is not great.

Very Disappointing food and terrible service in the restaurant. Not been since new ownership and will not be returning! Would avoid

Have been several times to the Blue Pig in Wolvey and the food is outstanding. We have never been disappointed. Yesterday was the first time for Sunday lunch and again it was excellent. We'll definitely be returning again and again.

It was amazing Sophie was great and David was better The food was amazing along with the service The vegan burger was amazing as you could taste all the flavours The waiting staff which was Sophie was attentive and filled all our needs

Traditional village pub, not too huge so a nice buzz around the bar of locals of all ages. Friendly barman, decent beer. Remembered what I was drinking when I asked for another pint, which was good as I didn’t. Decided to stay for dinner, pub grub freshly cooked with generous portion sizes. Mixed grill beat me, glad I didn’t order a starter first! Waitress was polite and courteous. Will come again.

Been a few times to the blue pig, always decent enough when friends are visiting, but the overriding impression of this visit was the extremely poor staffing, quite frankly embarrassing. The young waitress serving could not care less, no smiles, no hows your food, no asking if we want drinks, collected mains and we asked to see desserts... Literally last we saw of her till we paid to leave. If that's the level of staffing you may as well close the place up.

Third visit for Sunday lunch and won't be the last as the food was terrific. The staff work so hard too offering great service.....

The food is lovely, the setting is lovely and the dog menu is a lovely touch. I enjoyed the chicken tikka and my wife said her Hunters Chicken was very very tasty. I also think our dog liked her sausage and mash with the speed she ate it. However I have one piece of criticism and advice. The young lady that served us wasn't very accommodating. Never once did she smile and came across quite rude in her mannerisms at times. For example when our food came she just put it in front of us and walked off. Never asked if we would like sauces or any more drinks or gave us time to ask. Never once said please or thank you. I just think a bit more training in customer service for some staff would go a long way. Other wise everything else is great.

Booked a table for Sunday afternoon. We were a large group of 20, which we know can be difficult for any restaurant. However we was pleasantly surprised at how well everything was ran. They managed to put us on a large table so we was sat together. Menus given and drinks orders taken quickly. Food brought out quickly and was really good, absolutely no complaints from any of our party. Thank you really enjoyed our afternoon 😊

Came as a family between Christmas and New year. We found the Blue Pig a lovely setting to eat. The lady that served us was welcoming and attentive. We had different meals to each other and none of us could fault any of them. In all we had a great experience

We have been here on numerous occasions and have previously reviewed The Blue Pig. I have now updated my 5star rating as the experience on this occasion fell far short of an acceptable level for that rating. When we walked in there was no greeting from any of the staff although they didn't look busy, we sat down at a slightly sticky table and commented on the fusty smell. Nobody came to the table although it is supposed to be 'table service' we had to ask for menus which were eventually dumped on the table, we were NOT asked if we wanted drinks and was gone quicker than she came. A few minutes later she came to take our orders but as we were not quite ready she looked up at the ceiling and walked off. When our food orders were taken (without writing it down) which was a steak 'well done' with a pepper corn sauce and a chicken tikka, to which I was asked 'if that was the curry?'. We were NOT asked if we had any Food Allergies. When the meals arrived the steak was somewhat charred around the edges and a miniscule piece of grilled tomato, the chips were good but the one onion rings was undercooked and the pepper corn sauce was just like beef gravy and very salty. The Tikka was pieces of chicken in a watery orange liquid, the popperdoms were so salty as to be inedible and the rice was sticky. David the owner did come to the table to ask if everything was ok but wasn't interested in putting anything right or apologizing but did say ' I'll let the chef know'. This was a special occasion which is why we had returned to the The Blue Pig with high hopes for the food and service we had come to know over the years before Covid lockdown. We would have had drinks and dessert and probably coffee like we used to but we just wanted to make a fast exit so paid David at the bar as we had not yet had the bill, he still made no attempt acknowledge any issues. I expect to become a 'key board warrior' now I have expressed my findings in writing for others to read. Although David was given the opportunity at the table to improve the situation he appears out of his depth when dealing with constructive criticism. This is my personal findings and disappointment. We will never come back whilst under this ownership.

Excellent food but be careful if you want to double up on the children's menu, as this blows the waitresses mind and what you actually get is a starter which costs more than the child's meal, meaning you get less food but it cost you more.

We went for a lovely meal at the blue pig, we had steak and ale pie and a classic burger which was delicious. Cosy atmosphere and was served by a young waitress who was very polite and helpful. We will definitely be returning!

Extensive menu choice. Good food, both normal and Christmas menu. Turkey was delicious. Nice atmosphere as there were several groups of diners. Would have been nice to have service with a smile as opposed to a girl automaton. We had to ask for cranberry sauce, where that should have been almost automatic with what we ordered. We will be back.

Booked at short notice to avoid problems on the M6 motorway. A really friendly pub which was very busy early on a Saturday evening. Efficient and friendly staff. Good selection of drinks and a wide selection of food. Portion size was very generous. The only downside was limited car parking outside. A nice dog-friendly pub.

Sadly, standards have dropped since our previous visit. Hot & spicy chilli isn't hot or spicy. Had to ask fir extra chilli powder as no chilli peppers available. Asked for rice and salad but chips were given as well. The house shiraz was awful and £19.50 a bottle. Bill was brought without asking if we wanted anything else. The waitress didn't smile once. The pub is warm and cozy, and love the real fire. It has lots of character.

Miserable staff. Very small meals. Absolutely not worth the money. Just regular pub grub. Over priced The wine was rubbish for what they were charging. Its a lovely pub. Really warm & cosy. But didn't feel welcoming. We were given the bill & hadn't finished...

Went for a family meal here. Been before many times. Never had a bad meal. Today we had the Sunday lunch again. All of us had something different omg it was absolutely amazing, delicious. Meat melted in your mouth. Pipeing hot and good selection of...

3 eating places in wolvey. how is pesto at 1. this should be. been to pesto twice in last year and both times have been poor. many years back i lived down the road from this pub and i never went in. 4 of us...

Went for Sunday lunch. The pub is old and quaint like a traditional village pub at its best. The young servers were pleasant. The food was not good. Tasteless, cold and swimming in a thin gravy. It seemed as if parts of it had been...

Second time for Sunday lunch in 6 weeks and it didn't disappoint. My only criticism would be it could have been a tad hotter however it didn't take away how tasty it was.

Food was poor quality and cold. Ordered a hot dessert but was cold Suffered with stomach cramps all night long. Would not recommend.

Came for Sunday lunch. We got given the worst table in the place - out the back by the smelly toilets, and the back door that was constantly propped open by smokers whose smoke constantly wafted in. It was freezing. The food came and the...

This is our go to place for great quality homemade food. Lasagne is great and the steaks are cooked to perfection not to mention Sunday dinners which have a choice of meats. We always call to book to save disappointment and know that we’ll always...

We went for dinner last night as a family, three adults and three children. The food was excellent and the staff were friendly and helpful. I had the steak and ale pie which was the best I’ve ever had! The menu is quite ‘traditional’ for...

This was my second visit. First time food was great but Sunday lunch food was poor. Food cold and meat tasteless. Roast potatoes tasted liked they had been reheated. Veg was ok.

This is really lovely pub, the staff were friendly and helpful and food was great. Will definitely return again.

Great food and sevice, we love it here. The blue pig burger is top notch. Lots of vegetarian options too.

Visited again. It’s got even better. It was a nice day so we Sat in the garden which I didn’t realise was there before.

Had a great time. Food was excellent as was the service. Lovely old pub with lots of atmosphere. Will definitely go again

Awful service, Obnoxious waitress with an attitude problem and poor cold food. Will not be going again

Went for Sunday lunch with family, table of 7, noticed on the bottom of the menu that they add 10% service charge for tables of 6 or more. Food was very average and service not worth the extra 10 %. Tables very close together and noisy, won’t be returning.

Went with friends to the blue pig as it was recommended for Sunday lunch What a disaster Staff were kids We could hear vulgar language coming from the kitchen as we were sat near the bar opposite the disabled toilet and gents toilet We were...

After meeting up with some friends for a Saturday walk we decided to go and look for a nice country pub for lunch. We stumbled across the Blue Pig in Wolvey. A lovely old pub, with so much character. Ancient beams, wonky floors and everything....

The pub has a traditional English pub ambiance with log fire which was welcome on a cold sunny spring day. Food was good. Faggots tasty if you like that type of thing. I would definitely pay another visit if passing that way.

Great village pub, fantastic menu and good range of beers. We tried one of the sizzlers and the chicken & steak in pepper sauce, good sized portions and both very tasty. Need to return, lots of unfinished business with the rest of the menu as...

My partner and I went for Sunday lunch and I being a vegetarian just wanted SL without the meat which I ordered with no problem. I got a small amount of mash potato and some roast potatoes which tasted like they had been deep fried...

We are locals so know this pub well, the chef has recently changed & what a difference that has made! We have had 2 meals in the last month & both have been excellent. We had a late Sunday lunch yesterday & it was just...

I have had 2 meals hear recently provide by new Chef Martin. A 10 oz gammon steak and tonight a blade of beef both were outstandingly succulent and cooked perfectly. The gammon was thick and juicy with excellent chunky chips and the beef, which just...

Popped in today for a spot of lunch. The place has a very rustic feel to it - no booking necessary. Very quiet when we first arrived. Ordered from the lunch menu - lots of choices. Service was attentive and we wanted for nothing. Food...

I ordered the moving mountains veggie burger which was served stone cold in the middle. My wife ordered a jacket potato with cheese and coleslaw, this was served in 4 dishes, the cheese was tasteless and the potato barely hot enough to melt the cheese....

Lovely meal, I had a steak, and it was gorgeous. Melted in your mouth. Staff are lovely and really friendly. Would certainly go back.

We decided to partake of Sunday Lunch at the Blue Pig, not having been for a while. It was just like coming home. Service was Quick and friendly, and the food was superb. Couldn't fault the Sunday roast. Definitely coming back !

The food is very average. I had steak pie which was constructed by placing an oversize flaky pastry top on a bowl of unseasoned beef in gravy, served with "seasonal veg" consisting of undercooked carrots and frozen peas that had rested far too long in...

We met our friend for lunch at this lovely village pub we have eaten at before and thoroughly enjoyed our meals . Unfortunately all 3 meals were disappointing - very thick batter on the fish ( but the fish was tasty ) , sausages tasted...

Typical country pub. Open all day for food. Good choice on menu. Very big home cooked main meals. Steak and Ale Pie had masses of meat, too much for me to eat, and large portion also of cauliflower cheese and mash. Very tasty food. Will...

Came for lunch , I had a steak and ale pie which was delicious and my wife had a jacket potato also good, as we expected the prices had increased but quality was very good, one thing though, the man behind the bar who I...

Having read some of the recommendations we thought we’d give this ‘dog friendly’ pub a try. First impressions were formed for us by the barman. He was rude, short with his replies and made us feel as though we were asking too much of him...

We had a lovely time at The Blue Pig this evening. Food was excellent, staff were very attentive and friendly and the locals were great too. Thank you.

We visited this pub with friends to eat recently but we won’t be going back, carpet sticks to your feet on entry which wasn’t a good sign, bar staff not friendly in fact the man that served us was quite rude, tables and cutlery not...

Jubilee Saturday. Walked in the barman was sat at the bar on his phone, looked inconvenienced to have to get up and serve us. The table was greasy and the menus were filthy every one of them! We wanted to leave then but as we...

One of the best country pubs I've been to in England. Friendly staff and locals. Good atmosphere and alot of history to this place. Do yourself a favour and go to The Blue Pig.

The food was really good and the drinks were reasonably priced. The staff were friendly and professional, the pub had a friendly atmosphere too.

Very disappointed food was awful been a few times but will never go back food was awful greasy fish and chips stake was fatty no taste flat bear been quite a few times but never been so disappointed prices gone through the roof

Visited Saturday 23rd April.First time back in since lockdown.Food used to be brilliant.Sorry to say we were disappointed. I had steak pie which was runny ,the puff pastry was not browned.The mash looked as if it had been on someone else's plate and a portion...

We skipped the starters as there were only four options, three of which came with bread and I was told there was no GF bread. This is due to it going off too quickly apparently - as though someone in the kitchen was unfamiliar with...

Been here for meals on many occasions and always been please with food however, I visited last night with a friend and disappointed that the sizzler plates have been removed from the menu. I decided to order the Broccoli & Cream Cheese bake - not...

We went to the Pig for Sunday lunch as we hadn't been for a while and were pleased to find it was just as welcoming and good value as ever. The Starters were great. I had breaded mushrooms and my wife had a (huge!) Prawn...

Visited here many times in the last few weeks, food beautiful, chef Jamie friendly and helpful, service good, staff friendly helpful, couldnt do enough, ok. some things could be updated but it is a rural pub so dont expect flashy lights. we loved it and...

Came here Sunday for mother’s day thought the mother’s day menu u had on was very poor not much to choose from at all or so very over priced for wot u got

Not great, I had a camenbert for one, nearly £8 presented in cardboard with hard baguette not great. Main was OK not very tasty. Hubby had prawns and surf and turf again steak wasn't great. Expensive considering sticky table and just OK food won't rush...

First time visit definitely the last. Sticky table,carpet could do with a deep clean and cobwebs all down the wall next to the table.food was over cooked and of a poor standard.staff could do with some training in customer care.overall not a pleasant Sunday lunch...

Ate here last night. Arms were sticking to the table which was in a corner at the side of the bar next to staff station. Got a drink then sat there for 20 minutes waiting to order while the staff stood there nattering 3 foot...

I was really impressed with this quaint pub. The atmosphere was perfect with a good mix of eaters and drinkers. Beer is great, food is excellent and the staff are lovely. The landlord was a delight. We’ll be visiting again.

We booked here for New Years Day as we fancied a nice “country pub” with hearty food and it didn’t disappoint. I would make sure you’re very hungry when you arrive as the portions are HUGE. I can recommend the prawn cocktail and the steak...

Fantastic food leek and chicken and steak and ale pie, both pies bursting with meat and gravy etc. Accompaniments for food great. Asked if they could do me cheese and biscuits not on menu. They did and it was great. Please put cheese and biscuits...

Been here several times over the last few years and each time I wonder why I go back, it’s worse each time I go. Sticky tables, dirty carpets, luke warm food but the worse thing is how miserable, rude and unaccommodating the Landlord and his...

Lovely staff, delicious food, and pleasant atmosphere. We will definitely revisit in the near future!

We visit this pub regularly both for food and for just a drink. We have had several Sunday lunches which have all been lovely. The most recent dining experience was on Christmas Day when we enjoyed our Christmas meal with our family. The whole afternoon...

Yesterday visited this friendly, country pub following a recommendation. Pleased to say lived up to our expectations. When on Arrival, was greeted by a pleasant landlord, found staff to be very accommodating and cheerful. Ordering a lasagna and fish and chips, whilst typical pub food,...

We had booked a table for 24 people today, for a Sunday lunch. A ‘nice family lunch’. My granddad is 91 and in a wheel chair, and the landlord instantly gave attitude when we asked if their was a ramp, wouldn’t have been a problem...

Great food at a great price. Staff were pleasant and friendly. The pub was clean and tidy. Well worth the drive out.

Lets start with the food. Seven of us eating off the Sunday menu. Starter menu small but ok. Unfortunately no lamb (this happens), the food was very good and plenty of it. We ordered sides that in all honesty were not needed as plenty of...

I meet up with friends once a month for food and thought we would try The Blue Pig this time and we were glad we did! The food was bloody good! Atmosphere was great as the pub was full/busy. Fire was roaring away. Couldn’t ask...

The Blue Pig decor was tired looking inside. The tables were sticky. The cutlery was stuck to the table as were the place mats. There was hand gel to use on entering the place. No masks worn by the waiting staff but we understand its...

I had the belly pork with black pudding mash. The pork was tough, the crackling soft and the mash was over mashed so very starchy. I couldn't eat it and red cabbage was tough. The mushroom starter was tasteless. The other meals were very poor...

This place were dirty smelly and the staff was not friendly Food overcooked. Overpriced. £8.40 for a pint of beer

Visited The Blue Pig with the family for an evening meal. We had booked, and I'm glad we did as the pub was busy - we were greeted as soon as we walked in and shown to our table. The choice of beer is excellent...

Come here often, the food was excellent, staff friendly and helpful, good choice of menu, very old atmospheric pub in a nice village

Went to the blue pig for Sunday lunch and was applauded with the customer service received from the waitress Rachel. she tried to argue the fact my gravy was vegetarian despite the fact it had bits of meat floating in it before taking it back...

Hadn't been to the Blue Pig for 40 years, but visited with family for a celebration lunch. Lovely welcome and very good, friendly service, and very nice food - Good value too. A roaring fire in the stove / hearth in the centre of the...

Come here quite often and the food is always fresh, hot and tasty! Last time we visited we had the steak pie and it was huge. My partner had the fish and chips which was equally as good. The staff are always friendly, Dave was...

What has happened to this pub? No atmosphere, not very friendly like the previous owners. We have eaten there twice in the past couple of months, once after reopening after covid and again tonight. We thought we would try again as there was not a...

Was looking forward to Frank Parker steaks, asked about gluten free option if possible with the onion rings, ended up with large greasy extra portion of onion rings, told both waiting staff that these were not ordered when asked about our meal, and left them...

We went for Sunday lunch, ordering the roast Lamb, with a side of Cauliflower cheese. The food was excellent, extremely tasty, well cooked and in generous portions. All in all a lovely meal and good value.

We went in with high hopes of a home cooked pub meal but unfortunately our expectations were not met. The food was extremely bland and upon expressing our disappointment at the end of the meal (most if not all meals were not finished due to...

18th August visited the pub for a meal with family. Our first Impression was carpet needed to be replaced as grubby, (we came in back door] The food was very good and steaks cooked to our requirements.Nice one Chief! Great staff efficient helpful and friendly....

Having visited the Blue Pig over many years we were looking forward to a visit following our protracted lockdown. Sorry to say that we were rather disappointed. Can't say that the food was terrible but it was no way near the level we had become...

Very friendly local pub with friendly staff. Good choice of food options. Table service ordering which was fine as the staff were efficient and friendly. Nice atmosphere and the food was great, a lovely little find!!

Great place to eat, I had sirloin steak and was perfect. Friendly staff ,will definitely come back as perfect night

A lovely pub with friendly staff and great food! Found without being before as looking for a dog friendly pub and very pleased- it was a great choice!

My wife had fish and chips and the batter was golden, light and crispy, I had the mixed grill which was plentiful and very well cooked. The staff were very helpful and the head of house Dave checked in with us to make sure all...