Livsey Arms in East Lindsey

Lovely food and good service, unfortunately the room was quite cold so the plates didn’t stay warm and we were quite cold. Would certainly go again but would enquire if they had lit the fires or turned up the heating when we booked. Doesn’t sound like a big thing but it spoiled the ambience

Managed to squeeze us in for a Sunday lunch. Food really lovely. Service second to none. Can highly recommend and next time we are in the area we will be back.

Another excellent Sunday lunch at this warm and welcoming pub/restaurant. The food is always delicious, the staff attentive and friendly and the service very good. It was extremely busy there today, but service was still excellent and timely and the usual high standards maintained.

Plenty of choice on the menu. Food not quite as high a standard as you’d expect from the prices…it’s not as good as they think it is! Good, friendly service. Won’t recommend as other great cheaper places in the area,

This restaurant is excellent in every way. I have been many times and there are many other regular clients. The food is some of the best, if not the best, in the area. There are regular changes to the menu, but not the whole of it at once, which I find is a big advantage. The ambience of the restaurant is comfortable and attractive. The manageress of the restaurant has been there several years and is very efficient. It would be difficult to find a more efficient or more pleasant a person.

I can honestly say, excellent food deserves a Michelin star, well presented quality ingredients, atmosphere, service, and cleanliness brilliant, can’t fault anything great for anyone who enjoys a nice meal, at value for money, I would have paid more for my Sunday dinner today brilliant.

Excellent Food , I’ve eaten at this restaurant/ public house many times. The food is excellent, always fresh cooked & presented well . Great Atmosphere & cosy environment.

Was a good experience overall, I was the first one in and waiting for 2 other people and as I entered I was seen by a Middle Aged woman assumably the manageress and was met with “hello what do you want” extremely rude greeting and very unnecessary won’t be returning.

Christmas Day Our family of 13 (including children and babies) dined here Christmas Day 2023 and had a wonderful experience. We do eat here regularly and that is due to Agi and his staff's attention to detail both in the kitchen and service. So we decided to reserve our table for the "big day" and we were not disappointed. For those wondering, do we take the step to dine out on Christmas Day....when it's as good as we experienced it, it's absolutely a no brainer!!!! What a chilled out day we had and the food was top notch! Could not have asked for a more brilliant afternoon. Let me tell you next year we shall do it all again!!!!! Thank you Agi and all your fab staff 😁

Took a party of 10 out for Sunday 14th Feb for lunch all went well great food and staff except the Manageress who has a totally discussing attitude with paying customers we only asked for our bill to be split a calculator was place on our table and we where told to work out our bill our selves .,she then said don’t come back and being treated like that we will not Peter Rodger 07805414870

I've I've been to many restaurants where a gratuity charge is automatically added to your bill. It's usually a good indicator you are about to receive excellent service. The Livesy Arms is a beautiful gastro pub in an idyllic Lincolnshire village. It has a fine reputation for offering outstanding food in a cosy environment. All was going well with my birthday meal until we asked to pay. The food was everything I hoped for, and the service was satisfactory to this point. However, when we requested to split the bill between families, we were met with what can only be described as the worst customer service I have ever experienced. I quote verbatim “It is not my job to calculate how much each of you owe. I have other customers to serve.” I believe this person to be the manageress, but when we asked, we were told “It is none of your business.” By this point, I thought we were being filmed for some sort of fly-on-the-wall comedy sketch. Things got more comical when she gave us a calculator, pen and paper and told us to calculate how much each of us owed. It's important to stress that we only wanted to split the bill between individual families and were not disputing the total of the bill. This seems a fairly reasonable request in 2024 and in a restaurant that charges a 10% gratuity fee. Alas, we were told not to visit again. No one in our party was confrontational and this was a disappointing end to what should have been the perfect meal. The younger waitresses and waiters were attentive and deserved the 10% gratuity. Unfortunately, the manageress might consider working at a Karen’s diner.

We came today to celebrate my son’s birthday. The food was exceptional , however I can honestly say I have never experienced such rudeness from who I believe was the Manageress. All we asked was for help breaking the bill down between the family , and we was told it isn’t her job to do that. We had to pay £15.99 for a child’s meal. When we queried the cost, we were told not to come back. We are all in shock!

We had the most fantastic Christmas Lunch at the Livesey Arms! We were a party of 12 with children and were seated in the main restaurant area. As we were the last sitting, there was a short wait for our table, so we all had a drink in the main bar, which was bustling and full of atmosphere. The lunch itself was outstanding. The majority of us had the Turkey and it was cooked to perfection and delicious 😋 We all went away stuffed including a 6’3 Professional Rugby Player in our party….and he takes some filling! Thank you so much for looking after us and for giving me a ‘year off’ the cooking and washing up.

At £85 a head we expected better. Starter was a solid soufflé, the Turkey resembled a pre-packed sandwich slice from a supermarket. Cranberry sauce smeared round the plate, fine if you like it, I don’t and my husband would like to have put it on his plate himself. Only just enough vegetables to go round. My husband had crème brûlée, which was nothing to right home about. Coffee wasn’t included in the price and you didn’t even receive a mint after paying the bill, very poor and felt ripped off.

Went for a Sunday Lunch with a couple of friends. Food and service was very good. Roasts were presented on big plates and not overloaded so was the right amount and veg and potatoes were excellent. My only couple of things which were slightly annoying was that a lot of the soft seats on the tables in the bar area didn’t have backs to them and were therefore extremely uncomfortable and for certain age groups really aren’t suitable at all for a nice dining experience. Also small car park which is always full by 12 or just after so have to park down the road

Always a busy restaurant, we have been coming to the Livesey over a few years now and it goes from strength to strength. We called with friends on a Thursday evening, the bar was busy with good humoured banter and the restaurant was warm and friendly. Served by Jo, I had the chilli prawns starter followed by sirloin steak, others had the venison which I was informed was to ‘die for’ and I was assured the filet steak was delicious. We are blessed in having such a great pub in the area, without doubt, it is one of the best.

Excellent food and service, as usual. Beautiful pub with quality restaurant food, will be back soon.

So, it is some time since we last visited the Livesey Arms and we were delighted to return to find it on such good form. Our table had been booked for 6.30pm and we had wondered if we might be dining alone,,, But no, the car park was almost full as was the venue and, for good reason, the food was excellent (as my Timothy Taylor's Landlord), Such a tasty main (venison) with a delightful sauce and a taste Tatin that struck the right balance of sweetness and freshness. The only slight note of disappointment was that it was only just warm enough in the dining rooms. However, based on our experience on Saturday 21st we will certainly visit again and will encourage others to visit too

We celebrated my parents 60th Wedding Anniversary, the whole experience as always was excellent, service, quality food and atmosphere. We visit regularly and always find Livesey Arms do the best Sunday lunch in the area.

Attended for Sunday lunch with friends. This busy village restaurant has everything you want. Wonderful home cooked food, great atmosphere and friendly speedy service. The value for money against food quality was spot on, will definitely be back.

This was our first visit to The Livesey Arms for Sunday lunch. We were a little apprehensive due to reading some slightly negative reviews, however, our own experience proved very different to some. The service was friendly and accommodating, the food absolutely delicious. We tend to try different eateries around the area, with the Livesey now taking top spot. We will most definitely return very very soon.

Went for Sunday lunch as we are trying all of the local eateries to see which one serves great food, and where possible the service is good. Greeted and shown to our table but were asked what we wanted to drink before we had even the opportunity to sit down !! The food options appeared to be comprehensive and the price point is towards the top end of what is being charged locally. Being totally honest l did not realise there was a non negotiable 10% service charge until we had ordered. I would not have ordered if l had known as it’s virtually unheard of in Lincolnshire. The service we received did not reflect this charge !! The starters were competent however the main course roast was decidedly average. Some vegetables were very undercooked. My main beef was sliced so thinly l am not sure how the kitchen managed it ! Staff were slightly intrusive trying to get additional drink sales, and glasses and plates were whipped away as soon as possible. In short we felt rushed and not relaxed. Was any one niggle enough to complain about, not really. Put them all together and the answer is we won’t be rushing back.

Thursday 8th April. Turned up for lunch was greeted with a glass of wine only then to be told the pob was closed due to a private functiom. There was no indication that thes was the case, no notice on the door, no on asked us who were or why we were there. We hat to hand the wine back and left irritated and very annoyed.

The food is well cooked innovative served hot and very appealing , the service is indifferent , too casual and unprofessional….it needs addressing as a matter of urgency …

We booked The Livesey Arms for somewhere to have dinner after going to Donna Nook. It is a lovely pub restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere and we were made to feel welcome. We had the three course Sunday lunch. The service was prompt. The food was very nice and the portions we're good. £25 for three courses was good value for the quality of food. I'd definitely return if we're in the area.

Visiting The Livesey over the years I have noticed that the experience can vary quite a lot. Currently they are on fine form. Great food and drink served by friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff. My wife was delighted with her Barnsley Chop. Nice decor too.

First time for many years. My husband and I enjoyed the best set Father’s Day menu for a long time! The service was first class the food was the best quality and ample portions. Thank you all and see you all soon. Lesley & Graham B.

We thought we’d give this place a try as it had been recommended to me, and we certainly weren’t disappointed. The service was friendly and efficient, and our daughter really enjoyed chatting with the staff. All of the food was lovely, and I’d say that it was good value for the quality of the dishes. I’m not a fan of ‘discretionary’ service charges, but we’d have left a tip in any case. We will certainly be returning in the near future.

We have a combination of Mediterranean and traditional English meals. The environment is familiar the music is inviting and the food is amazing in a hidden corner. The chef embraces authenticity and looks for innovation.

Perfect place to relax, and staff exceptionally good, especially with looking kids requirements. We go every couple of months and the food is always excellent and the Timmy Taylors landlord is perfect. Highly recommend.

Ok. The food is really good and the only reason I have given 3 stars is because I feel it is very expensive for what it is. That said, my wife is adamant it was the best sunday lunch she has had in ages and...

I have written previous reviews on the Livesey Arms and I visit regularly. This is a restaurant which has a difference. One can have pre-dinner drinks in the bar which is usually busy. The staff always, in my experience have been nothing less than attentive,...

So after reading the last review I felt that I needed to leave a review myself. My husband & I stumbled across this delightful pub/restaurant & have been firm regulars ever since, even bringing family & friends to join us. The atmosphere is perfect in...

Been here several times, always brilliant food and wonderful service. A lovely place, full of character and the fire is fantastic in the winter months to keep you warm. Can’t wait to come back.

We have been to this pub on several occasions in the past and have been quite happy to drive a fair distance to get really good food. How disappointing then to go today and be met by a lady who is defiantly in the wrong...

Starters were acceptable but main courses were very overcooked - I had the fish & chips and the batter was rock hard. Rustic chips were the same - completely overcooked - Ive had far better for a fraction of the cost. Service was OK but...

We meet our friends once a month for dinner , and always at the Liversey Arms , Aggie Jo and his team are always welcoming ,and friendly the service is spot on and the food first class.

Expensive for a pub lunch and with a 10% service charged as well on top !!!!! Willing to pay if enjoyable . Service not brilliant, food below average, meat tastless and vegetables nearly raw, cauliflower cheese best item. I had 2 grandchildren with me aged...

We paid £245 for a meal for four people which includes a 10% service charge! Starters warm black pudding and pigeon breast salad which contains two crumbs of black padding a small breast and rocket. They came to take our plates while the girl behind...

Warm welcome , knowledgeable attentive staff… we. Both had diver sole …. What’s not to like ? A better wine list would be very welcome I would go again

Had ,on the whole, an enjoyable lunch .Nice goats cheese starter but raw red cabbage included .maybe better with a little more rocket .Main lamb was dlightly burnt black on outer side .Veg side dish uninspiring . The staff were reasonably friendly but if including...

I visited here with my husband and two friends. The place was absolutely packed, which is always a good sign. Luckily my husband had booked a table. The service was excellent, very friendly, and could not be faulted, with nothing being too much trouble. The...

What a fantastic team and fantastic food we were made most welcome and offered a choice of seating. The staff were well presented and very attentive. The roast beef Sunday lunch was as good if not better than A London eatery. The confit duck starter...

We went to the only local pub for a drink with a view to eat but unfortunately poor vegetarian options so decided to get a takeaway elsewhere. Good choice of beers however made to feel uncomfortable by some staff in terms of service and seating....

Sunday lunches in pubs or restaurants are invariably a disappointment: never like Mum used to serve! I'm happy to say, however, that we were really impressed with the Sunday meal at the Livesey Arms. Even the vegetables were properly cooked without appearing as though they...

A very very good pub for food, great service and very good menu with lots of choice. We went on a Saturday and it was that good we went back for lunch on the Sunday. The Jesper Grill steaks are just superb!!!! The Sunday lunch...

I went to the restaurant for the first time for lunch. It is a beautiful clean welcoming pub and the restaurant is set out with lovely wooden tables. The staff were really helpful and although we arrived an hour early, found us a table and...

Booked in to this pretty village pub for a Sunday lunchtime feed, and it's a slick operation all round. If you're looking at £25 for a three-course pub lunch you expect something above standard fare and we got it - confident pigeon breast starter although...

A delightful evening with excellent food. We have dined at the Livesey Arms on and off for what must be more than 25 years and with many different owners. This has been the best experience by far. Three guests who had different meals. Zero complaints...

I can't rate the meals from here highly enough. We have a takeaway nearly every week now and have never been disappointed. Great choice, cooked to perfection and very friendly staff as well. The menu changes regularly so there is always something to please most...

We visited during a busy Sunday lunch service. We completed the track and trace and promptly seated. The service is great and the food is superb. We tend to eat out on a Sunday and this is one of the best places to dine in...

Excellent takeaway. We had the lamb shank and monkfish and mussel curry. This is how all takeaways should be done!! We’ve eaten in lots too and never disappointed.

Last night we visited, we had booked a table prior. We arrived and entered into the 1 way system, QR code visible and sanitiser was readily available. We were seated quickly and given the menu. The choice was exceptional and everything sounded delicious. We choose...

Lovely clean pub, excellent service and we all had a roast dinner which was very tasty with ample portions. My Fish cake starter was very nice too. One to book if you are in the area, we'll go again !

Small family lunch celebration on Sunday Everything was lovely, delicious roast beef with all the trimmings. Absolutely nothing was too much trouble

My friends recommended we should try The Livesey Arms which we did. The Sunday lunch was delicious and so were the desserts. We had a lovely afternoon and will be returning in the near future. We've already recommended the pub to some friends.

This was our third time of utilising their take away service, each time the food was excellent, piping hot and delicious. Top service, and wonderful staff doing a superb service. Highly recommended, thank you.

Visited on Sunday afternoon while staying locally in the area. Staff were very friendly and happy to accommodate us at the last minute although it should be noted that booking is recommended currently due to the COVID situation. One way system is in place to...

Just had our second takeaway from the Livesey Arms, in a word....faultless! Great choice, great value, collection easy. Food was hot when we got home, if you are going to treat yourself in lockdown then have a takeaway from here.

We have used the takeaway since the start of lockdown so good we have used fortnightly. All choices are good whether from josper menu or other menu . Had lots of different choices . Would highly recommend

Saturday night takeaway at the Livesey Arms Ludborough. Had a great Ribeye steak and Puri Puri chick.

Such a lovely pub with very good dining. The two of us went for Sunday lunch, it was very very good . Roast potatoes and mashed , with a good mixture of veg especially the cauliflower cheese, the roast beef was cooked beautifully medium to...

I visit the Livesey regularly, the quality of the food produced by Agi is simply delicious. The Valentines menu was varied and plentiful. My choice from the 3 courses was scallops, rib-eye steak with fresh vegetables and a garlic knob. Tarte Tatin to conclude. It...

6 of us went for lunch today and had an excellent meal in really pleasant, warm surroundings. Good service.

We had a lovely family sunday lunch for my mums 80th birthday. The food was fab. The beef was so tender and pink, and was accompanied by lovely fresh veg and a delicious gravy. The staff were so friendly and welcoming. We cant wait to...

An excellent place to eat, friendly people nothing too much trouble and some of the best food in the area.

Impromptu Sunday lunch out. Nice to find a dog friendly pub. On arrival we where told we could bring Max in, in the bar. The staff where all very nice and friendly. We ordered the 2 course lunch for £16.95 each. They bought warm bread...

Been here a few times and the food has always been good. Beautifully presented and melt in your mouth food. The service was good and there was a lovely log fire making it cosy.

Called in after a Sunday drive in passing. Wanted a Sunday lunch so ordered the roast beef. Was told it was rare but when it came I would have called the one very thin slice raw not rare. Roast potatoes tasted lovely but there was...

Try the fish supper..It's beautiful, also the lamb was melt in the mouth delcious. Service is the best and you are made very welcome. Can't wait to visit again soon!

My wife and I have now been several times to this lovely pub restaurant, it punches well above its weight and has a nice peaceful feel about the place, the food is excellent with a delightful and varied menu ! The chef and his wife...

Lovely setting, lovely interior, friendly service and tasty food. What more could you want and the sun was shining! Great steaks cooked on the josper, very succulent and tasty. Home cooked bread fabulous.

been here several times and never fails to impress.Great service and a varied menu something for everyone, and the desserts are to die for

We came for a family lunch and had one of the best Sunday lunches we’ve ever had, sorry Elfuago, I think you must have reviewed the wrong place! Gorgeous beef and very friendly staff. Beautiful place.

After reading latest reviews I guess we must have caught them on a very bad day . Totally lacking in any type of service no friendly greeting just a young lass with a pad and pen and no vocabulary or finesse when taking orders ....

Lovely gastro pub in a quiet village. Friendly staff, good menu and the food was very tasty. The sticky toffee pudding was heaven. We don't agree with service charge being added as we believe it is up to the customer to decide. They may want...

This is a well run restaurant. Staff are very good and service excellent. the menu has a good number of choices. Recommend the Lamb. Good portions uncooked to perfection. good value compared to some other restaurants that we have visited recently. Its well worth a...

We were on a couples break and thankfully we opted for this gorgeous little village and was advised to eat at the Livesey Arms - It exceeded all our expectations, the food was stunning. Oh and the fresh bread and butter served to the table...

This idyllic place is well worth a visit there is a great choice of meals on the menu we today visited for Sunday lunch and I must say we where plesantly surprised, this place is decorated lovely and the staff was very attentive and took...

We were travelling on our way to a family break in skegness and came across this pub signposted off the main road we needed somewhere to stop and eat with the kids. Oh and the fresh bread and butter served to the table before food...

If you’re after an outstanding meal, pleasant setting and the best bread ever, then this is the place to go to! Wonderful menu choices, delectable and perfectly cooked steak and accomplishments. Great special touch with the Easter flowers and vases! Quirky touches all round! Personal...

We came here later in the afternoon of Easter Sunday. It had been busy but was lovely and quiet when we arrived. The staff were very friendly and attentive explaining the menu with recommendations. We had a drink outside as the weather was beautiful and...

At late notice one of our sons decided to travel home to surprise his Mum for Mother’s Day. Tried a few places but they were fully booked. The Livesey Arms were able to fit us in and we will certainly be back. Three good starters,...

Just paid a visit here and wow, went with 3 others and all opted for the 3 course fish menu I am not a great fish fan so surprising on my part lol. I had fish cakes followed by fish & chips and both courses...

My wife and I visited the Livesey arms at Lunch time, and what a warm and welcoming establishment. The menu was a set choice at lunch time, with a wider selection on the evening. The food was both tasty and enjoyable , and at a...

Called in on off chance. Extensive menu. Wonderful welcome. Nothing was any trouble. Truly wonderful visit and fabulous food would highly recommend

Absolutely fantastic meals all round, all 3 courses also. Waitress was brilliant too and happy and was so natural at her job. Will be going back again without doubt.

I don’t know where to start as I am still angry about my experience tonight. I went to the Liversey this evening with family members for my mother in laws birthday, which was this evening. When we arrived we were led to our table only...

My husband, daughter and son in law went to the Livesey Arms for Christmas Day lunch. The place was full with a lovely buzz about it. We had a nice table with Christmas crackers and the staff were lovely. Warm and friendly and jovial. In...

Six of us went for a family meal and had the Sunday lunch menu. Had drinks in the bar area, orders were taken, then we were shown to our table shortly after. Lovely, cosey pub with a nice atmosphere, had a chap playing Christmas songs...

Really beautiful environment to eat drink and relax. Lovely friendly staff. Great food ... I don’t eat meat, can’t eat gluten or lactose and they very kindly accommodated my dietary needs with style. Lovely place an I would recommend you try... well worth the journey.

Went for a business meal with clients one evening and was impressed by the relaxed but smart feel about the place. Turned up and was met by one client who set up a drinks tab. No problem it seemed. Others turned up and ordered drinks...

Well thought out menus, with something to suit all tastes. Very reasonably priced. Friendly and efficient service, relaxing atmosphere. In my opinion the restaurant is more suited to adults which is great, so lovely to enjoy a superb meal with just mature conversation

On 1 November the Livesey Arms put on a wine pairing dinner with a representative of a local wine merchants (House of Townend) talking us through the wines he had chosen to accompany the set menu. The event was a sell out with a waiting...

If I could give this place minus stars I would... After falling in love with this place when it was run by Rosie, I was devastated the last time I visited to find that it appears to have been taken over by staff with no...

It was late on a Wednesday which was why it was a little quiet (there was only one other couple) but I had an excellent steak and some very good chips and my wife had a lovely risotto with tempura vegetables . The beer was...

My ice cream was tiny, the size of a golf ball for £2.00 be warned however the more worrying thing about this place is the 2 smoke detectors in the restaurant were both covered over with cling film to stop them going off, hope a...

Had two courses today - roast beef was excellent but one scoop of ice cream was the size of a ping pong ball and nothing special for £2.00!

Having never been in this area before, my wife and I and our children had been to the coast today. On our return journey we noticed the brown sign for the Livesey Arms. So thought we would grab Sunday lunch. First the positives, the place...

Went with family for a birthday meal food was superb along with service, great atmosphere with live music.. was so good went back on Sunday for a roast dinner finished of with a few drinks in the bar.. keep up the good work Livesey Arms