Eagle & Child in West Lancashire

The pub interior is what you could describe as Olde Worlde...yep with some regulars having a drink by the bar and some customers take their dogs along too...however, the food and service I have always found to be excellent. Its a real 'rural type' pub and doesnt (I think) pretend to be anything else. The menu whilst not extensive is quite varied but the key thing for me is that the welcome is warm, the food is really good and the prices are more than reasonable.

Over the years, the pub has varied in how well you are treated and how good the food is. The pub itself is a good location, easy to park and not expensive. However, food could be much better, along with how you are welcomed, if not a local.

Don’t expect your meal to come in two minutes, it won’t because it is all freshly cooked and will be absolutely delicious. Few pubs have such fabulous food with excellent service in a traditional pub setting. Try the fish pie, it was mouthwatering and came with a selection of vegetables all cooked to perfection. My party expressed equal satisfaction with their meals. I haven’t been here for some years but won’t leave it long before I return.

I have been here on many occasions and it has always been good, not this time. It was chaotic, there were 3 dogs wandering around off lead and at least another 5 on lead!! It felt like I was on a park rather than a pub (and I’m a dog owner-not with me) The food was “ok” had to leave all of the potatoes as they were rock hard and inedible, when mentioned it to the harassed waitress she dismissively apologised. The gravy was like water and the rest bland. The meat was good, that was it!! This venue has been a halfway point for me and a friend for many years, it’s a shame, but it won’t be anymore.

Had a few friends calling on Sunday 22 of October we are new to the area ourselves so just randomly picked somewhere to eat Phoned on Saturday evening to book a table so glad we did the place was heaving All five of us chose the Sunday roast from what was a rather extensive menu The roast was splendid the portion size was good the vegetables served separately were cooked beautifully and the choice again was great carrots cauliflower cheese broccoli roast parsnips enough for the heartiest of diners The only downside to the meal was if anything the service to clear away after was non existent only for the fact the place was so busy If you love your Sunday dinners definitely come here but make a booking

Sunday 27th August I treated my sister and her husband for lunch, she and I had halibut and her husband had pork, everything was cooked perfectly and the staff were lovely, friendly and helpful. I really recommend this restaurant.

Great to see Jocky back and the return of the fantastic chef! Gorgeous food and a definite feel that the Eagle is back. Fantastic, thank you!

Fab country pub/restaurant, excellent food and service. Good for parties, family, everyone. Lovely menu which changes quite often and specials! Local ingredients. Good draught beers. What else could one want!

We regularly visit this wonderful pub. It has an amazing atmosphere and the old and worldly decor is perfect! Food is fantastic and staff are always attentive and friendly. A big shout out to Alice, who is the perfect host. She is always friendly, helpful and goes out of her way to be of assistance. She also loves all of the dogs that visit!!! That means the world to us as dog owners and lovers!!!! An amazing place, don’t ever change!!! X

I have visited twice in the oast 12 months and had the same experience on both occasions. Even after pre booking a table for 9 people , unless you are a local male propping up the bar you are completely ignored by the female member of the bar staff team. Such a shame because the food was excellent. We would happily have spent more money and stayed the evening but fir the quality if the bar service.

We have frequented this pub for over 30 years. It is characterful and unique. They have always provided a very good menu. However, I would advise anyone booking to insist on a table in the lower half of the pub as the upper level is more open plan and you will share your meal with everyone there. Just had my birthday meal and it was ok (not as good as usual) but felt like I was in someone else's house as they were wandering around all the time. I will go again but will only go if my reserved table is on the lower level. It ruined my birthday sadly.

Wow the return of the amazing Manager better known as Jockey after 12 years he is back with the fabulous Chef what a pair. We thought after a few poor meals we would return for one last time. To be met by Jockey at the door was a huge surprise and then the food. Back to old times , old favourites on the menu and the lovely ambience of the place. I expect in the next few weeks that one will have to book as it returns to its former glory. Wow the food was just as good as 12 years ago . Will be back tomorrow to celebrate my daughters birthday can’t wait.

Good food, friendly staff, fine selection of real ales in an authentic rustic ambience. Had a fine meal for two couples, thoroughly enjoyed, in a friendly atmosphere at a reasonable price. I have frequented this venue many times both for pleasant meals and in particular for the convivial Monday quiz night. With a long lifetime's experience to educate my palate, I can honestly say the chips here are sublime,.. probably the best I've ever tasted! I was puzzled to find a rather vitriolic review written by someone who had a bad day here thirteen years ago has still been left on the internet. I would hope that it hasn't made anyone miss out on what I have always found to be a very worthwhile venue that I am happy to recommend.

We had a fabulous meal this evening,Steak ale and mushroom pie …. A fabulous pie with a top bottom and sides ! Fresh tuna and prawn in fabulous tomato and basil sauce . Will be back to taste more delights.

Had dinner with friends, service was very slow, out of four meals one was a let down, the fish and chips was awful,the fish was more batter than fish and very greasy, we ordered a second round of drinks that never arrived so gave up on that, and when we went to pay i didn't have chance to give feedback as the waitress was trying to find out what the pin number was to operate the till needless to say we won't be returning

We had excellent meals at the Eagle and Child. I had fish and chips which were cooked to perfection and my wife had a vegetarian pasta which she was delighted with. The service was efficient the staff welcoming and the food and beer good value...

First time here today , and I’m planning on returning on my next free day , the food was absolutely gorgeous , I had lamb roast , partner had steak and ale pie then sticky toffee for afters , faultless , staff so attentive and...

My sister treated me to Sunday lunch, we had a lovely meal, onion soup followed by halibut, everything was delicious and our waitress Alice was extremely friendly and helpful.

Indifferent service. Waited 10 minutes just to give an order for a pint. Ordered a couple of sandwiches, took 45 minutes to arrive. Service is usually so-so, today was crap. We might come back in six months to see if it has improved.

My sister treated 3 of us to Sunday lunch and it was fabulous, my sister and I always have the same food, salmon and prawn pate, followed by halibut, everything was cooked perfectly and Toby and Alice, looked after us, and made us all feel...

Went for a meal this evening at this establishment. Booked a table for 4 earlier in the week for 6pm. Arrived, we were told our orders would be taken at 6:30pm. We waited until 6:40pm and informed our orders would be taken in a minute....

Wifey & I nipped out for a quiet lunch before she returns to work, next week. I surprised her with a trip to an old haunt of ours from ‘Dating Days’, The Eagle & Child at Bispham Green. Being a Friday, I opted for a...

The food at the Eagle has improved so much in the last few months and I had an absolutely delicious meal. The staff have always been attentive and pleasant. I sat out the front of the pub at the weekend and was just so disappointed...

The two staff we met were both lovely and seemed to be working hard. The food order was very simple: Fish 'n' Chips x3. It was served promptly and, like the beer, was perfectly fine, without being anything special. The furniture was a mixed bag...

5 /5 lovely pub that time has bee kind to. Overlooks village green and to the rear a bowling green. Hubby had steak and ale pie and I had cold smoked salmon. Delighted both dishes lovely. Service exceptional.

Lovely food, plentiful portions, even just a sandwich for lunch. Staff are nice and friendly. Dog friendly to which is always a bonus

This is an excellent old fashioned characterful place I used to go here 20 years ago regularly and occasionally since, due to work abroad, it’s still exactly the same. The food and wine are superb, and the staff are brilliant. The local countryside is delightful,...

Heard good things about the food . So on that strength took the family out . Looks very un-kept from outside & similar inside , grotty carpets , battered tables & chairs .. looks like it is still in the 70’s . Food was ok...

Visited for a Sunday lunchtime meal. Very busy bar area. One of the guests was lactose ,gluten and garlic intolerant which had previously been highlighted before booking as to whether the chef could cater accordingly. The waitress clearly was aware of this but was very...

Fabulous Sunday lunch, I treated my brother and his wife, service with a smile, and lovely fresh ingredients. We had a lovely time, I would really recommend this restaurant.

I’ve been here about 15 times however the last 3 times really poor service from waitresses forgetting items, taking long time to bring drinks etc, the food portions have also reduced, food not consistent. I used to recommend this to everyone but unfortunately we won’t...

LOVE this pub!! This is our new local and I have to say, probably one of the best country pubs I’ve ever been to- So cosy and authentic, a proper, country pub and the best bit is, unlike a lot of pubs that only accept...

Had a fantastic meal and the staff couldn't be more friendly and helpful I had a steak which was cooked to perfection, My Dad and partner had fish and chips which they both enjoyed. Well worth a visit can highly recommend

Went in on Friday night at 8.35 and the barman went to speak to the kitchen and was told that the chef had closed the kitchen. I was very disappointed as people were still eating and it is advertised as the kitchen closing at 9pm....

Visited for the first time since Christmas. Friendly staff. We had the £11.95 two course lunch special. The Haddock & chips was described as small. The fish was more than adequate with a large portion of chips and mushy peas. Dog friendly with dog biscuits...

This pub was going down hill so we stopped visiting but heard there was a change of ownership so we payed a visit. Very much improved, will definitely visit again now

Really enjoyed a Sunday lunch today in the courtyard. We had a large fish and chips and a rib of beef and it was gorgeous, couldn’t fault anything - food, service, value all top notch. The staff were all particularly friendly and accommodating and the...

Fab lunch today at our fave pub...fully open at last!!! Food was great and such good value....and staff happy to be there happy for customers to visit....very covid secure and felt safe at all times so would defo recommend to everyone....noticed toilets have been upgraded...

Called with my hubby for lunch whilst on holiday ... fabulous service & value for money... we had the black pudding & chicken livers for starters & fish & chips & mushroom risotto... ordered extra chips & onion rings but the portions are so generous,...

My wife and I absolutely adore this country establishment. Truly delicious food, a fabulous ambience, superb value for money and extremely attentive staff. What more could one ask? The Eagle & Child ALWAYS exceeds our expectations and we can never wait to return.

Fantastic food and service. Came to tonight as a family of four. Had a good mixture of the dishes. Steak pie, fish and chips, risotto all very well cooked and delicious. Looked After very well buy the Landlord Brian and the team. We will be...

Travelled to The Eagle and Child to meet up with our wedding dj and go through some details. Very friendly staff at the pub, excellent social distancing measures were in place and the food was delicious. Could not fault anything. Overall, a very pleasant experience!

The Eagle and Child is one of my local pubs/restaurants and we've always enjoyed decent food and great beers here over the years. The last time I had a drink and some food here was last Autumn when it was open shortly before the lockdown...

Love this place. Food is great and service is excellent. Under these difficult times they have kept us going.

Food above average but front of house and service very poor! The waitresses struggled to utter words in more than one syllable and plonked food and drinks on the table in a most unwelcoming manner. Never been to a place where you felt most unwelcome...

Fantastic evening. I treated my sister and her husband to a meal at 7pm Saturday 17th October and it was really fantastic. The food was perfectly cooked we all had starters and mains and we shared one sweet, and everything was fabulous. I really recommend...

was informed recently that the food had improved. I am afraid not the lunch was very poor for the prices they charge. Dry tasteless chicken in a mediocre sauce only able to identify the flavour. The lamb dinner - the last time I saw such...

Had my first visit to Eagle & Child at Bispham Green with my wife and we had a great experience. Lovely setting in the countryside and a nice large car park. Friendly warm welcome and a nice table and social distancing was well observed. Small...

Visited yesterday nice pub let down by the toilets absolute disgrace shame really was a lovely pub just let down by cleanliness

We have been here twice during the " eat out " campaign. All the meals have been very good. The staff are friendly and nothing is too much trouble. The pub is dog friendly.

Lovely country pub good food and very pleasant and welcoming staff and bar manager. But please do something about the toilets.

I’m sorry I need to write this review but customers need to be aware and it’s a shame because I’ve eaten here many times. I arranged to meet a friend here this Wednesday evening as it was a half way venue between Warrington and Southport....

Fantastic curry soup followed by fish and chips with fine ale to wash it down. Atmosphere was exceptional

Excellent Food, Excellent Beers/Wines, Good menu options. I have eaten almost all of the menu, and every dish has been excellent, from the traditional Sunday Roast, to a Medditerranian Chicken dish, all cooked to perfection and served on hot plates by friendly staff, If its...

Great food, really friendly service and excellent value for the quality of the food. The farm shop was also a lovely bonus. Perfect place to visit especially when you can take the dogs!

Ignore that, it’s open. Business as usual. It’ll be a cold, dark day in Hell before this pub shuts-down.

A family Christmas Day Lunch was booked @ £80 per head . We expected something special !! We had to ask 3 times for our "Prosecco on arrival " !!! Our starters were very nice , we asked if we could have a 10-15 minute...

Disappointed , we had a large table ... We pre order . Food very poor quality . Landlord miserable . Would not recommend this pub .

After booking and ordering our food in advance, because we were a large group. The food turned up 90 mins after we arrived. The food was at a poor standard, the description certainly didn't meet our expectations. The response from the management was defensive and the initial bill included an over charge of £40. This was rectified but only when we made the effort to complain again. I am happy to leave a good review when it is deserved but rarely take the time to highlight poor service, so this has not been written lightly. Not the boxing day we had hoped for.

Came here a month or so ago with friends.. was not on my list to come back so was not looking forward for the second visit BUT glad I did ... something has changed for the better might I add . Great food friendly staff...

Went here for lunch and had a wonderful meal, starter excellent tempura prawns and the main courses were superb. Fantastic staff, thanks Kate and Katie, super service, cracking chef. The atmosphere is traditional English in a traditional pub in a traditional village, a great pub....

First mid week lunch was excellent however rather disappointing this time. Medium fish chips and cold mushy peas. Very small portion of fish and had to send peas back. By the time we got them back we had finished our lunch. No interest in our...

Over the last 20 years I have dined at this pub. We used to love it! Fabulous food. Good atmosphere. Great service.

I remember the Eagle and Child 15 years ago, it was terrific. It felt light, quirky, clean, refined and was somewhere you wanted to take your family. It was a bit posh, but not unwelcoming, the locals could still lean against the bar and sip on a Thwaites whilst the la-di-da's had their spritzers and poached salmon. Now it feels like life has moved on, and the Eagle and Child stayed in 1998, refusing to leave as if bolted to one of the fridge piled out the back.From the outside there are the irritating and desperate chalkboards with fluorescent colours which normally serve as a warning sign that there may be trouble ahead, but we braved it and when in. Once inside however things do improve slightly. There are curious pictures on the walls of maps of old county boundaries, aristocrats riding around with trumpets and top hats - that sort of thing. The pictures however have understandably stood the test of time (as pictures do (see the Louvre/Tate etc)), the carpets, wallpaper, ceiling have not (see Changing Rooms/Country House makeover etc).Unfortunately I needed to use the toilet, I wish I hadn't bothered. I don't mind peeing in a bush as much as the next man, however when you're charged over £16 for a main course you expect a fresher feel in the john. The toilets felt so tired I almost fell asleep in a weary heap of disappointment before I could even get to the sink to wash my little hands. The toilets were clean, and no doubt the cleaning staff are excellent, but surely a painter and decorator can put up some wallpaper with some chic (yes chic not chick) ducks flying around, a few new urinals wouldn't go amiss.The menu is terrifying. When you consider the place now looks like a Toby Carvery how on earth it thinks it can sell you this sort of thing is quite incredible. We didn't bother eating more than a little starter (which was not bad) as I'd rather buy a sandwich from the deli next door and sit in a field staring at cattle.The staff were very helpful I must say, quite charming really. I hope the owner is alive and well and just on a long holiday somewhere. Perhaps he/she needs to come back to England and set eyes on the Eagle and Child. It's tired. Like an infant wandering around in a dark bucolic tragedy and in desperate need of saving.

De acuerdo con todos los comentarios negativos. basura. Peor aún tiene todo el pretenciosas de algún restaurante de lujo. Piensa que puede comercio sobre una reputación, pero cuando se trata de lo que en realidad es un pub en una televisión de pantalla plana, gris zona aislada que de lo contrario no tienen razón o interés para visitar.

El lugar estaba lleno, el pub local con un montón de perros mascotas en el bar y el restaurante, los baños hombres estamos roto y no había un cartel que diga que eran, había agua por todo el suelo, sin embargo, la comida estaba muy bien y el personal era muy amable y no podía hacer más, no me puedo quejar, lugar muy agradable.

Se llama con amigos en la noche de Halloween . Era muy tranquila y no me sorprende la comida era horrible . todo estaba untadas con una horrible salsa dulce que app era Strawberry lo que hizo sickeningly dulce . La única estrella pudiera dar es por el ambiente que está muy bien.

The chefs menu was terrible his cooking was also terrible I now feel sick and the staff where all thick

Este encantador pub del país ofrece la mejor comida y bebida que un buen pub inglés tradicional puede hacer. Un excelente menú con un tiempo especial para almorzar ofrece pero por encima de todo la comida era muy, muy bueno. Cerveza de Thwaites y otras buenas bebidas incluyendo una colección malta individual muy saludable de whisky son también un crédito a este pub, así como el excelente servicio. muy recomendable.

Basically a snooty restaurant operating out of an old pub on some back road in the middle of no where. Hard to travel to and nothing else in the area to do. Not worth the hassle.

Solía venir aquí todo el tiempo, pero había pocas comidas de s que no estaban a la altura.

Having been a regular visitor here, it's unlikely we'll go again. We visited last week for a meal, arriving well before they finished serving food, we were told they weren't taking any more covers. No apology or explanation, despite there being lots of free tables in the place.It seems that the staff just couldn't be bothered and were quite happy to turn customers away.

We've eaten several times here before but on this occasion it was very disappointing. There was confusion over which dishes were which - the waitress could not tell which meat was rare because it was covered with gravy ! The portions were not generous for the prices charged. In some cases the meals were cold.Our previous outings here were exemplary. I suspect that things have changed here and it is hoped this is just a period of transition. This is potentially a very good pub but it needs to up its game.

We went for a midweek lunch and it was very quiet (the children had all gone back to school)There were two male staff members on who were professional and friendly. We ordered the pork belly which was absolutely delicious. It reminds us of two of our favourite eateries combined. The shoulder of mutton and freemasons. Felt very relaxed and at home with scrumptious food and surroundings. Will definitely be going back.

Went to eagle and child for.my.birthday on a Friday night. Had a fantastic meal and there was a lovely friendly atmosphere the meal was amazing as was the.drinks thank you very much

I have been regular to this pub. Went today with my wife and ordered the steak well done. Unfortunately it was served pink - I sent it back but it came back with in a couple of minutes, still pink so unfortunately I had to send it back again and it came back pink even though I told the waitress to tell the Chef to take his time and cook it through. After the third time when it was still pink but burnt outside. I asked if I can order something else and reply was that I can not as the kitchen is now close. This pub has deteriorated in food quality significantly over last year or so as it used to be a good local gastro pub. Still good for drinks but Don't go for food.

Having read mixed reviews of The Eagle and Child, some of the poorer ones obviously from people who had a preference to the previous landlord, we decided to go with an open mind. Our first impression of the pub as we drove into Bispham Green was very good, it looks every inch what you would expect of a village pub. We found our way into the car park which is well hidden at the back so it does not detract from the pleasant village vista at the front. On entering the pub from the rear, we were greeted at the bar by several staff members including the new (May 2015) landlord. Our greeting was friendly and warm and we were lead to a table by the landlord. We passed through a door into a room a little distance from the bar area. We asked for another table, for no other reason than at the time apart from one other group of diners, the room was empty and we wanted more atmosphere. However, in retrospect the reason for this was it was still relatively early (7.00pm) and I noticed later the room was full and had plenty of people enjoying their evening. Our second table was all we wanted of a country pub, a snug little side room off the bar. Cosy settles, a fireplace and dried hops hanging from the ceiling. The service was excellent, the only time I had to go to the bar was to choose from the very good selection of real ales and that was then brought to our table for us. I am a dedicated real ale drinker and the beer was kept and served in first class condition. The menu is extensive with some very different choices and the only problem we had was making a decision. For starters my wife choose oils and bread and I had pigs cheek fritter. Main course was sirloin steak for Jan, cooked rare and for me North Sea halibut with Cornish crab. All was cooked to perfection and we followed this with some delicious puddings. At just over £80 including drinks I consider this very good value for the quality of the food served and provided. If you are a two for ten pounds merchant the Eagle and Child is not for you but if you appreciate fine dining and good drink in unique surroundings it is well worth a visit, we certainly thought so. As we left I went around the front to take in one last look at the pub. The landlord was collecting glasses from the outside tables. I had a brief conversation with him and he talked of his plans and the difficulties of pleasing some of the people who were familiar with the previous management. We can only say that on our experience we found some of the reviews from these people to be unfair, I guess some people just don't like change. We say go and make your own mind up.

I've been eating at this pub for years and I would say for the last 2 years at least I don't know why I keep going back. The only thing that is consistent is the terrible food........ Even the locals have left to now move to other pubs in Parbold. It's still overpriced, menu is very very limited and as for the toilets and decor it's not changed in years. The back room too has damp walls, holes in the roof ( where I know upstairs toilets are located) and it's now very tired indeed. It's a shame because I used to love it but I'm now I hate to say it but it's a dump. I'm giving up trying and moving on!!!

We have eaten at this restaurant on numerous occasions and have always loved it. The manager & staff were lovely and very friendly and efficient . Sadly a new manager has taken over & to be quite honest he would be more at home behind a doctors reception desk. No interaction with us or anybody else and the new staff he has brought in are like zombies. No smiles no chat just the absolute minimum in conversation. The food was fine although the roast lamb was poor. Not the welcoming country pub it was

Had a spectacular meal at the Eagle & Child last Friday night!Great service, yummy food & beerWe had sweet & sour crispy sea bass, delicious smokies with poached egg, but the star of our meal was the sauce with the butter chicken. It was amazing!By far the best place to eat in area would recommend to anyone!

After being very impressed with this lovely country local that we have frequented for the last ten years and seen its popularity and quality of food and service go from good to bad and back to very bad recently under the new management from April of this year (2015)onwards, Jamie the previous manager had it in a nutshell,running a perfectly run friendly country pub and restaurant,but alas he was too good and unfortunately moved on after being headhunted(no wonder) he was good !We had already booked for Xmas 2015 ,but under the present management ,we have decided to go elsewhere. This is very unfortunate as Xmas 2014 was absolutely brilliant ,food atmosphere and hospitality from fantastic staff,,,,,,,,,disappointed. John and sue Lathom

My wife & I visited the Eagle & Child on Wed 22nd July with a friend, greeted with the usual warm friendly welcome. It's the kind of village pub you would like as your local. The service was a little slow, but acceptable when the food is freshly cooked. The excellent range and quality of the cask beers helped to keep us going.The food was again top quality and plentiful, well worth the wait, I had steak & mushroom pie with suet crust, tender beef with lashings of thick gravy. Our friend had 10oz rump steak which was cooked perfectly as requested.The down side though was with my wife's meal, not the quality, but the lack of menu choice.My wife is vegetarian, there was 2 vegetarian starters both cheese based, and 4 vegetarian main courses, 3 of which were cheese based, the remaining option, which she selected was a bean burger, enjoyable but unimaginative.This has never happened on our previous visits and was probably an over site by the chef.It won't prevent us going again.

I returned to the eagle and child last night with a couple of friends. The cod loin was to die for my friend had sea bass which again was delisious and the men enthused over the veal cutlets. It may be a bit pricey but what people need to know is that everything is made from scratch not jars etc and fresh produce and man hours make it worth the price.Can't wait to go back.

Arrived in the car park at 8.30 walked in the back entrance to where three members of staff were stood chatting. Asked if we could have a table for two? One member of staff looked at her watch and said no, we finish serving at 8.30 it is now 8.35!! The pub wasn't overly busy, food was still coming out of the kitchen. We walked back to the car - both car and phone said 8.33! I realise you have to have a cut off point but when it is a minute or two, I think it was more of 'couldn't be bothered' attitude. Anyway managed to get to the Ship Inn before they stopped serving food and had a great meal.

Popped in on spec mid afternoon , nice friendly welcome and prompt service. The food was great . Not a hint of some of the generic stuff that can sometimes be served elsewhere , oh and a great choice of beers .All in all I would heartily recommend it.

A good time had by all some great ales and ciders ,a big thank you to all Jamie and all the staff who worked so hard to keep this going over the last 4 days . Some good entertainment the only one negative I don't know why the DJ on a Sunday the last night has to turn the whole tent into a mad rave after 6pm, music very loud , may I suggest something different for next year like more entertainment through out the day.

Three of us for midweek lunch. We had to go up several steep steps with a disabled person as only a large table available in the bar area. We were told we could have a very small table for two with an added chair! When we went to the higher level we were the only ones up there in an area of 10? tables. With a disabled person one would expect more consideration. The food was OK for two of the party, one was a bit disappointed with the 'salad' which had very little vegetable content. No sugar brought with coffee, had to request it twice before it arrived - but no apology given.

I live in London, but originally from Standish. I came a few weeks ago to visit the dentist and a friend took me here. Was so impressed with the service and food I came back at Easter and took my family for lunch there. Still amazing! Love the friendly staff, food and atmosphere. Highly highly recommend!

Decided to give a friends 2 week old baby her first experience of the Eagle and Child. Whilst she slept through the whole affair, we had another first class dining experience. Asparagus ravioli with queenie scallops and asparagus shavings was a delicious and light starter, but my main course of goosnargh duck was a work of art, served with fondant potato, roast plums and brocolli with a paper thin slice of toast with a liver pâté. My dining companions waxed lyrical about their main courses of steak and goosnargh chicken. Service was as friendly as ever and the meal was reasonably priced. Definitely worth making the journey from Liverpool to dine here.

We like to go out for lunch on a Sunday and we were recommended to go here by a friend. Told a little pricey but good food. Place was just our cup of tea a local pub that does good food. A number of people came for a drink with their dogs a very relaxed atmosphere. The staff were helpful and friendly. The food was good, steak was excellent the pate was maybe a shop bought in taste to be critical. It was as we were told good food and we will not hesitate to pass that recommendation on. Well worth a visit but if you are going out your way book they might be full.

Living close by I am lucky enough to be able to visit the Eagle and Child for a quick lunch with friends or a weekend get together. However after my most recent visits I am tempted to avoid it in future. One male member of the bar staff can only be described as down right rude....his attitude and comments are so surprising that last week my colleagues and I did walk out. I understand he may be new to the team but a smile and attentiveness costs nothing. We have stood at the bar on several occasions only to be ignored and on one visit he actually told us that the pub doesn't serve lunch! They do of course....not sure of his motives that day!. I must also agree with other reviews that the manager has an unfortunate familiar approach which can be uncomfortable to watch! Its such a shame as the food is tasty and the young female waitress an absolute delight and so helpful! Sort it out and make the Eagle the talk of the village for all the right reasons!

How wrong can one get a roast beef dinner? After waiting Nearly 40 minutes (which I don't normally mind for good, fresh home cooked food), I found myself confronted with a roast dinner minus potatoes. Waited another while, thinking potatoes may come separately, but then realised having looked at other peoples plates that ours had in fact been forgotten. Mentioned the issue to a passing waitress who then proceeded to bring 6 of the smallest most anaemic looking roasties I have ever seen. I actually thought they were new potatoes at first glance! The place did not seem particularly busy, I have certainly seen it busier, but 1 lady waited over an hour for 2 kids meals and fish& chips. I complained about our potatoes and the waitress just said "oh, ok" and took our plates without the courtesy of an apology. I rarely complain, having worked in the industry myself and therefore know how tough it could be, but I was so disappointed with the meal and general lack of concern shown by the member of staff in question that I did complain again to someone else. She was most apologetic and did discount the bill, which was unexpected but appreciated.

Visited many times over the years, if you enjoy local seasonal food then this is for you. Lots of local ales to choose from and the food is excellent if a little pricey, however you get what you pay for.Decor is old fashioned country pub, uneven floors, flags and wooden tables , hunting prints, perfect.

I have always declined to go out for lunch on Mother's Day thinking of overpriced food in overcrowded pubs .. Not after visiting the eagle and child ... Yes it was busy but the service was great very attentive staff the food was stunning at a very reasonable price.. Highly recommended ... Well done !!!

Called in for lunch on Friday. No reservation needed. Excellent range of real ales. I had Silver Tally which was well kept (not too cold). Steak and mushroom pie was a stew with a crust. Very well made though with good beef and no fat. Too much salt in it for my liking. My better half had fish and chips which she declared to be excellent. Service was spot on and the general atmosphere was comfortable and convivial. The menu was a bit difficult to read (they need a better printer) but had an interesting if not eclectic mix of dishes prompting me to consider going back in the evening one day. The beer festival at the beginning of May is definitely worth a visit.

Sunday lunch. Food was overstated on the menu. Turned out to be mediocre overpriced pub grub. The whole place needed a good clean. Really cheap cutlery that was tarnished and dirty. Won't be going again.

Visited on a Sunday evening with friends and impressed by the quality of the food. In a lively, friendly atmosphere, we were well looked after by attentive staff. The menu was imaginative and offered good selection. The food was well presented and well prepared. The house wine however was expensive making the cost per head somewhat unattractive for a country pub.

This is now truly the best place to eat in this area. We wanted to reinstate our views earlier in the year [as posted on trip-advisor] before booking for Christmas......which tuned out to be excellent in every way......the food was truly fantastic, the staff and service ./....atmosphere and general friendly feeling made our day..............We are booking already for next year . John and Sue

Three of us had a Christmas eve meal at the Eagle and Child. We'd booked for 7:30 but we're told we would have to order quickly as the restaurant was closing. If we'd been told this when we had booked we would have made it 7:00. As it turned out, apart from ordering quickly we didn't feel rushed at all! The service was very good from all staff.We all enjoyed our starters and two of us had blade of beef for our main course which was great. The vegetarian risotto was however "nothing special". Deserts, similarly received a mixture of "great" and "OK". It certainly isn't cheap for a gastro pub but, in general, it is worth it. We will be back.

I went to a 60th celebration meal for 40 people. The staff were very friendly and efficient. The food was delicious and generous portions. The menu we were offered to choose from was excellent and I would've happily have chosen any one of the dishes on offer. I had delicious brown shrimps as a starter, followed by Goosnargh duck breast cooked to perfection. My dessert was a fruit jelly with local ice cream. Although it took 45 minutes to get there, it was worth journey and I will return.