Dresser's Arms in Chorley

This pub is a real hidden gem, its run by friendly owners with reasonably priced drinks. I would recommend this pub to anyone visiting Chorley, you wont be disappointed

All I can say is The Dressers is a fabulous place to stay and dine and a great country and family pub experience . With the new menu and the option to dine in the Chinese restaurant upstairs , this is the real deal. The staff when somebody checks in always makes it clear that breakfast is served weekends only... And suggest alternatives to go locally. I have never seen a member of staff be rude and I commend The Dressers Arms to anybody ..

We stayed at The Dressers Arms for two nights. The lady who showed us our room was really friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfy. However they only provide breakfast at the weekend. We didn’t manage to get booked in for a meal. When we came back from a lovely meal elsewhere we thought we’d have a drink in the bar but we were told in no uncertain terms that the bar was closed. As residents not being able to have a drink at 9.20pm is ridiculous as they advertise they stay open til late. We feel a bit mean only giving it 3 stars but we didn't feel particularly welcome or valued as guests.

Nice cosy pub restaurant. Busy which is a good sign. Attentive staff, good menu and nice ambience. Will definitely visit again.

First time here and we both chose the Sunday Roast Beef I found the beef very fatty and I didn’t enjoy it. I couldn’t actually get my fork into the 2 roast potatoes I got. And the carrot and swede mash was runny There were no other potatoes served which I found a bit strange . The Yorkshire was nice and the gravy ok. The stuffing wedge had a weird herby taste to it So all in all not a successful meal. It felt like one of those pubs that if you were not a ‘local’ everyone turned and stared at you when you walked in which was very intimidating for me. Oh well, another pub crossed off our list.

Sunday roast outing with family. I had the mixed roast, which was lovely so was the side of cauliflower cheese. The apple pie I had for dessert was delicious. Overall a good experience, would go again. Service could have checked on us more for drinks and condiments. But it was still good.

Ate at Little Hong Kong. Excellent Chinese food.

We didn't stay there but had a meal and a few pints great atmosphere

We walked up from the canal, looking for somewhere for a drink and a meal and we weren’t disappointed. Despite being very busy they found us a table and we enjoyed a lovely meal.

A very pleasant stay modern rooms and a great bar lovely staff

Place was nice and cozy!! Easy to find! Would definitely recommend

Food was lovely, only called in to meet a client for lunch but the food was gorgeous and the service was spot on.

Fabulous food & fabulous service. I so wanted to lick the plate. Great few beers too with good friends in great settings. Will definitely be returning.

Great place lovely food and lovely staff

Great food and atmosphere and prices very reasonable.

Beautiful pub, lovely stone floors and wood beams. Loads of outdoor space and a massive free carpark. The food was really good too. All the staff were very helpful and friendly, it was very busy but the food came out very hot and not that long a wait. Would highly recommend and will definitely be going back

Very busy. Table at 7 didn't get served food until almost 8.30pm. The 1 vegan main course meal wasn't available so had to have a vegan burger. Really disappointed.

Monday Deal at the Dressers never disappoints 👌The Dressers Double Burger & The Moving Mountains plant based burger both with fries & a pint £24. No room for dessert 😋 excellent service from the smiley staff 😀 glad to see people that look like they love their job. 10/10

Just visited the Dressers and had a lovely meal.They have a Monday special of either a burger meal or pie meal and a drink for only £12.This is excellent value as the quality of the food is superb.On this occasion i had the double cheeseburger served with seasoned fries.The burger was fantastic with top quality patties on a lovely brioche bun. My partner had the vegan burger served with chunky chips and loved hers too.Excellent service from the staff we will be back again soon.

Fantastic pub great selection of drinks friendly staff and great food and if you don’t fancy pub grub there is a Cantonese restaurant upstairs.

I find the comments of the lady giving a one star review flabbergasting. I am a regular customer at The Dressers. I was in the bar area yesterday when the lady complaint . 1) I have never had a bad experience at The Dressers and the food is always exceptional. 2) The staff are always attentive 3) The dog was very noisy, and nobody disturbed the dog for it to drag the table. 4) The Dressers is very dog friendly and welcoming. 5) There was no rudeness from any member of staff, and there was no reluctance to refund the food. The Fish and Chips are very popular and there was no other complaints and I had them and they were amazing. I would highly recommend The Dressers for the warm welcome, dog friendly facilities , attentive and professional staff and the high quality of food . Nothing is too much trouble for the management and team. This is not meant as any offence, but when there is only one side of a story which can have a detrimental effect on the business then I am of the opinion people should have the truth and ignore such unfounded criticism.

We visited on the 11th and whilst everyone was very friendly, it all felt a little disorganised. All of our issues are really small things on their own but together made us feel a little disappointed. Lots of people outside in the sunshine but inside was relatively quiet. We’d booked a table but the reservation board was still by the till - not a problem, but it took them a while to work out where we should be. Service was very slow between courses however the food was piping hot. Many things weren’t available from the menu despite the peak time of day - the platter starter had plain fries instead of the advertised dirty fries, the cauliflower cheese didn’t arrive and only when we reminded them were we told that wasn’t available either. Largely, the food was good and the fillet steak was excellent. It was a shame the pie was not home made, and the Yorkshire puds were completely dried out. The veg was over seasoned and there was a lack of gravy on the roast. This all sounds super critical, but what could have been a lovely meal was made average by these little bits and bobs

Great place, but parking can be a nightmare

Absolutely delicious, will definitely be returning

This is 2 reviews in 1, but there can only be 1 rating. It's a pub that sells food as opposed to a restaurant. That said the food was excellent, an accolade I rarely award. We ordered wine with the meal but as there was no wine list we had to rely on the waiter "[knowing] all the wines". When the Bill came, for 1 large & 1 small glass of white, we were charged £15.70. For a pub that is extortionate! It's clear why they don't provide a wine list. As a result what could have been 5* only gets an average 3. They provide a food menu, so there's no reason they can't do the same for drinks, it seems they'd rather not.

What a gorgeous cottage style BnB! Enjoyed everything about my stay.. the staff were so accommodating after a mix up, really polite and went above and beyond! The rooms were gorgeous! Super clean and comfy beds! Well equipped! And finally - the breakfast 🤤 I'm a vegetarian, and the breakfast was by far the best Ive had.bcant wait to stay again ☺️ thanks guys for a lovely experience x🙏🏽

The best burger in the north! My whole family is obsessed. Friendly staff and a nice atmosphere. Always look forward to our meals at the Dressers

Lovely hotel room a good size, very comfortable bed. The room can be cleaned daily if required. Kettle tea and coffee in the room. We didn't eat in the pub but the food looked good despite being a very busy pub we couldn't hear any noise from there. My only criticism is there isn't any wardrobe or much hanging space but other than that no issues

Great venue for food or a drink

Awesome specials during the weekend. Amazing food , creativity and always sells out in two days .... This must be one of the best value for quality in the area. The Monday deal is fabulous .

Lovely pub, never disappoints, sat out in the sun for drinks and then in the restaurant for food and was all lovely

stayed and ate here last night had the steak deal worth every penny staff were great rooms was lovely all modern thanks to Suzy for squeezing us in and will be back soon :)

Visited for family dinner. Food and service fabulous. Recomend steak deal.

Good pub grub. Slightly expensive unless you go for one of their special deals. Clean and comfy. Staff very professional and friendly.

Excellent real ale pub with good food. Large car park at opposite side of road.

Great food , great service, clean and tidy rooms

Great pub , especially in the sun! Plenty of outdoor seats.

Excellent pub food staff and beer. Wonderful deals on food and drink. Five stars

Such a lovely pub, with really tasty food. Staff are always helpful and smiling which is lovely. There's a really good choice of food here, the portion sizes are big and the kids food is spot on! Would highly recommend! I'll be back soon

Amazing food and choice of drinks, it never disappoints. All the staff are friendly and very welcoming. Great place to go for a meal or just a drink.

Overall an enjoyable stay! Great food and friendly staff! We will be back!

Lovely food. Excellent service - Kath is amazing - thank you for looking after us - brilliant multi- tasker. Fab atmosphere. Can’t wait to come back. Thank you again, Linz n Martz xxxxx

Another fab meal at The Dressers. The food was delicious and the staff are always really friendly and attentive. Great kids menu too! Highly recommend.

Absolutely spot on, staff were brilliant and the food was excellent. This is my go to place for real ales and great food, we will be back soon.

Have to say this is the best pub in Chorley ever, its always clean in the pub and also very tidy the staff are so polite and very nice to speak to, the food is amazing and lots of choices to choose from

Ideal spot for a pint on a sunny day 👍 the food was also spot on 👌

Stayed last night lovely clean rooms ate at the pub beautiful food excellent staff very friendly.

Really nice family meal, staff were very friendly and great choice of food and beers. Will be back again soon.

The Sunday menu is somewhat limited but acceptable' the service was pleasant and the staff very friendly and professional. The Sunday roast potatoes were rock hard and not cuttable with the knife and fork I had to pick them and bite into them' it just felt like the food had been cooked ages ago and just kept warm to plate up as required. We asked for the dessert menu and never got them' after waiting ages we just decided to have coffee and tea' after we ordered hot drinks we were then told the machine isn't working? We said a standard brew would be fine' but we was told iam sorry we aren't able to do that! What boil some water and put a tea bag in a cup' We won't be rushing back' quite disappointed really because most people said it's a great place to eat....

Lovely pub! Stop here on way back from our walk. Food is amazing Lovely big portions too, very filling. Highly recommend.

As a relatively new customer to this establishment , I cannot fault the high standard of food and the staff who are always attentive ,polite and courteous. Looking at a previous comment , if somebody who has been coming over 25 years has only had one bad experience , then it proves to that the pudding is in the eating. This restaurant is awesome .. Ignore the negative nonsense .

Went on a Monday afternoon and were greeted by fabulous attentive staff, we hadn't booked but a table was found for us. We went for the £12 Monday deal which is either a burger & fries from the menu or a pie with chunky chips peas & gravy, this includes a pint from a choice of selected lagers, cider or ale or a soft drink or glass of wine. Incredible value and the food was amazing 👏 Definitely our new go to. Clean, friendly and amazing food 10/10 😋

One word, exquisite. Scratch that two words, bloody exquisite! We drove past the red lion and after some careful inspection, we realised their establishment was lacking in the bucolic experience we needed. We pulled up to the car park across the street, quickly meeting another friendly patron who had just left the dresser's, he jollily expressed his ability to slice through hooligans with his Muai Thai boxing skills, mesmerising me in my spot. Inside we discovered it was only 12 pounds for a delicious double burger, fries and a drink, now that I tell you, is a bloody great bargain. I attempted to face time my dad in the beer garden as I believed it to be of the utmost importance to express to him how fantastic the dresser's arms is. Sadly he didn't pick up, which left me flustered as I needed to quickly express how truly bucolic this pub is whilst in the moment. Thankfully not all was lost! I enjoyed my delicious browny dessert without seeing a single large UK spider in the entire pub! 10/10

If the owners and managers read reviews. You really need to pay some attention to your produce suppliers, chefs and waiting on staff. Been visiting the Dressers for 25+ years and this time was a massive disappointment. Went for Sunday lunch and as soon as we arrived the host sold us the reduced menu but amazing dishes line whilst posters adorned the walls advertising for a chef, not a good look. Menus lovingly described slow cooked lamb and roast topside of beef for the Sunday lunch. Neither could be further from the truth. The lamb was fatty and inedible and the beef wasn’t topside it was carved the wrong way. Vegetables were unseasoned. The fish was old and the gravy watery. Waitress didn’t offer a wine menu suggesting we leave our table to look in the fridges for our preferences. When questioned why she then spent the rest of her time giving us teenage attitude. Over £100 later we left and can’t say we’d be returning for food again any time soon. If I’m spending £8.50 on a glass of red at least list it on a menu so I can at least decide if it’s worth it. I realize hospitality is struggling right now but getting out of a fix is not to treat your customers like fools and cash cows. Big changes needed Dressers carry on like this then you’re in trouble.

Very disappointing stay this time. we first stayed when it first opened and it was fine. Good, clean basic accommodation. Nothing special - but clean and tidy. This time it was so different. We were greeted by pleasant staff and given our room key. The lovely building has been sliced-up to get maximum occupancy and has a very cheap feel fittings-wise. Firstly the walls in the rooms are so thin you can hear everything in adjoining rooms We unfortunately heard heard a 4.30 am drunken phone discussion of a former Blackburn Rovers football manager who shall remain nameless. We have a name for him following his noisy alcohol-fuelled ramblings - but we won't share it here. The worst part was the grubiness of the rooms though. It's quite simple - standards have slipped and whoever cleans the rooms has little attention to details. Grubby, un vacuumed carpet and drawers that hadn't been cleaned out. The window frame wasa disgrace too. All photographed to share here. The fundamentals of any place are a clean, peaceful room. We had neither.

We managed to get a late booking for a family room, I wasn't sure what to expect but when we arrived the staff couldn't have been nicer, from the very helpful bar staff to the lovely lady (Suzie I think her name was) who took our booking. The room was perfect and very clean with everything we could have needed for a stopover. Breakfast in the bar in the morning was faultless, again, lovely staff on hand to help or answer any questions and make us feel very welcome. We will be back! 🙂

The food is amazing. I opted for the steak and it was cooked to perfection, medium rare along with triple cooked chips, tomato and mushrooms with a side of the best onion rings I've ever had. The service was also second to none. I will definitely be visiting again.

Just passing went in for lunch loved it will be back for dinner thanks

Visited with friends on a Monday lunchtime after a canal walk. Really friendly staff, dog friendly. Monday special, pie or burger and a drink £10, Excellent value and really good plentiful food. Would recommend

Staff very friendly pub was heaving bank holiday bedrooms first class will be staying here AGAIN WHEN IT'S QUIETER. Chinese very good 😊.

Great food with amazing service. The food was very good our party of 6 all enjoyed the night very much . We will definitely be back!

Steep incline followed by your choice of 4 steps or a ramp to an outward opening door, making it impossible to open the door after negotiating the ramp! (See photos).

After this evenings experience, I can highly recommend the Dressers Arms. We wanted a table for two at short notice on a busy Friday for our fish and chip supper. The staff were great, table sorted in the dining area, order taken and served within 15 minutes. Fish was succulent and delicious, the tasty hand cut chips were crisp outside and fluffy inside, just what we needed after a busy week. All this while the pub main bar was heaving with drinkers on one of the busiest nights of the year. (Not surprising looking at the range of draught ales available) Well done to all, this is a gem of a pub/restaurant, this team are performing their socks off.

We had a party of 15 for a family get together and the service was great. Food quality and prices were all OK.

Impromptu lunch after the gym. Lovely sweet potato and kale pie, triple cut chips and assortment of green vegetables. Great presentation! Staff efficient, courteous and attentive without being intrusive. Been lots of times and its fast becoming my favourite. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend . Husband reports great beers!

Never fails to let you down . Great food, amazing staff... Perfect for an overnight stay business trip ... This is the home from home..

Have to report a minor disappointment. As regular visitors to the Dressers we enjoy the two steaks + wine deal on a regular basis. Last Saturday evening the steaks were as tough as old rope. They were cooked exactly as requested. Flavour was great, but if my sainted grandma with her full set of dentures had been served those steaks, she'd have died of starvation before being able to chew through them. This is a real departure from the norm! Please Dressers, either change your butcher or have a quiet word with them about the quality of the rump steak. 28 day aged prime it most certainly wasn't.

Great food , fantastic venue and great service. 👍

First time here today and I thought it was fab. Amazing food, with really good portion sizes (had to bring some home with me!) Staff so friendly and attentive. Also love the feel of the place. Will definitely be back.

Really nice 2 day stay for business. Rooms very clean and well equipped. Very welcoming staff that are happy to help with anything. Food was excellent.

Fantastic meal ,waitress was lovely and helpful,you do need to book in advance gets very busy,they don't rush youdeffinaely be going back

Fantastic selection of beers to suit every taste. 2 Timothy Taylors always on as standard and kept in top condition. Highly recommended.

Went in for lunch, very accommodating, dog friendly, and good food.

Called in with the dog for a late lunch on a Friday afternoon. Great choice of food. Was tempted by the Friday fish deal. Tried the fillet steak sandwich which was delicious and the skin on fries were also great. My friend ordered the grilled cheese which was absolutely immense. Very tasty. We also tried the pulled pork nachos and again they were very flavourful. Nice salad with the sandwiches. Very relaxed vibe and friendly staff. Beautifully decorated. We will be returning.

Absolutely fabulous family owned pub/restaurant and letting rooms. Excellent staff,great quality food. Pet friendly . The menu is very comprehensive and the food is locally sourced produce. Thd Chinese restaurant above the pub is high quality with an early bird menu during the week Again,the staff are very attentive The accommodation is in the cottages next door, with a high standard of provisions , very clean and well managed and maintained.

Food was excellent and the price was good too.

Fab birthday lunch for my mum 84. Food and service were fantastic. Their steak and ale pie was gorgeous as always. will be back again soon !

Went here for a Saturday lunch after a drive out. Beautiful setting & a real cozy, clean welcoming pub. Large selection of meals etc & very attentive staff. Foolishly we hadn't booked a table but luckily they managed to 'squeeze us in'. Mrs P had the Scampi with triple cooked chips, mushy peas & tartare sauce, I had the same but with the battered fish.. Now I am 'Mr Fish n Chips' & this was up there. Crisp batter, stunning chunky chips homemade Tatare sauce with fresh lemon...lip smacking imho. Washed down with a nice cold pint of Amstell beer each. Mrs P struggled slightly & left the chips (lightweight). Normally I'd oblige but tbh I was stuffed. All in all a great meal...we'll be back again & very soon!!!. Thanks Dressers Arms.

Sunday lunch with family. The food and service were 5 star. Highly recommend. Would definitely go again.

Lovely food and excellent service

Good food and beer. Prices of beer excellent. Food prices similar to most places.

Great food and friendly service, thank you!

Absolutely excellent service! Had my father's funeral wake here last week. Buffet was excellent quality and value. Staff were attentive. Fires and candles lit. Was a perfect celebration of life. Thanks especially to Holly, Ethan and Jack

Food was absolutely amazing, I had the cheese and onion pie and my friend had the fish and chips. Staff was really welcoming, attentive and polite. Will deffo be going again! 10/10

Lovely meal here bit pricey though

7 of us. Very greasy fish and chips batter especially. The chips weren't triple cut. I had cheese and onion pie was ok nothing special for the money we all paid. Nobody asked us if our meals were OK was disappointed this is the second time in December we have been last time I ordered fillet steak sandwich and was so much strong mustard on it, it spoilt the steak we had to scrape it off.. Told the waitress who passed on to chef but no free drinks or pudding etc esp when paying 14 pound each for a sandwich and drinks. Not sure for the price if I will be back any time soon.

Didn't stay in the rooms, but... Great pub, great staff, great beer, great food 👍

Went to the dressers arms for the first time today. Wow. Lovely pub and good service but the food was just amazing. Best pie, chips and veg I have ever had. Husband had a fabulous chunky beef and chorizo chilli (also devine) I need to go back asap!

We love the dressers. Marvellous food on par with a high end restaurant. Don't be fooled that it's a pub serving food - the food is first class.

We chose The dressers for our workplace Christmas Lunch We were not disappointed. From the service to the food everything was excellent We will definitely go back there. Lots of homemade food which made all the difference! Highly recommend!

Eaten here several times, always lovely.

Booked a table to try out food and general atmosphere before booking a family get together of 14 which would also included 3 rooms in the new year. Needless to say we will not be making a booking. Food was very disappointing, service although quick was not friendly and complaint made twice regarding greasy food was ignored. Could not wait to get out missing out on a desert. Very disappointing.

Good food, good beer, good venue, nice staff

Absolutely superb, this is my idea of the best pub ever. Character, charm, huge atmosphere friendly, food is fantastic and staff equally so. I'll certainly be back. Thank you.

We went for the first time yesterday with friends who have been on several occasions. The menu choice is good. Service, good. We had one of the special deals for 2. 9oz ribeye steak meal with a bottle of wine, £40. The steak was beautifully prepared. There's a good selection of beers at the bar. A large car park is very useful and it was easy to find. We live in Bolton, and it's only 20 minutes drive. It's now on our list.

Meet up with friends, perfect, comfortable, nothing too much trouble and to top that there food was excellent

Very pleasant pub, dog friendly in bar area, relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff and really good food.

Went for Sunday Lunch the food was lovely, we had 2 Starters and Sunday Lunch could not fault the food, asked for mustard which was forgotten nearly finished my meal when I managed to ask again, when they took our plates I wanted a dessert but never came back to ask and was running out time before our table was booked out again

Lovely staff very nice and polite perfect pint of Guinness to go with my pie 🥧 I would definitely recommend this place

Nice staff good service friendly