Mainwaring Arms in Newcastle-under-Lyme

Great atmosphere, lovely fire , fantastic food.

Great staff, atmosphere brilliant food outstanding

Food was delightful and plentiful cooked well only downside was the price of drinks a pint and a double rum was nearly £20. Will return though for the atmosphere and food.

Food ok but not as good as the Fitzherbert unfortunately. The person serving us never asked us if we wanted any condiments with our meal and when we paid the bill she asked us if our meal was ok. We started to say that one of our meals was not hot and she walked away - clearly not interested....so no tip left and wouldn't be in a rush to go back.

Great meal, very relaxed atmosphere and helpful friendly staff. Food was put super quick, too.

Great Sunday dinner, roast beef was Devine! And quality potato’s and vegetables cooked to perfection with a delicious gravy x

Nice pint in a very nice pub. Haven't been in since it was altered. Sympathetically done. Nice atmosphere. Staff had smiles on their faces. Marvellous.

Delicious food and good service. Thank you very much! Great night out.

Great food and service. Really enjoy the Sunday car meets. Some wonderful cars and people. Thank you. Gaven

The Mainwairing is amazing. I've only ever eaten the Sunday dinner (veggie, cauli cheese instead of meat) and it's always been brilliant. All of the meal is delicious. The cask ales are always spot on. They have an enormous rum selection! The staff are fantastic. The place is usually busy when I go, but you get a tab without asking, you get remembered and feel looked after without any fuss. Really professional vibe from all of the staff I've met. The atmosphere is as cosy as it gets, real fires, real pub. The place is the real deal. Thank you to everyone at the Mainwaring Arms.

I ordered bar snacks for my family after we had layed my mother's ashes in her parents grave, the sandwiches and chips were lovely, very friendly staff.

I adore this place. It's tucked away in a little spot, overlooked by huge trees and a church. It has a tea room and the interior is an absolute dream. Lots of parking too. Like every imagined small traditional English pub, the interior is perfection with rich furnishings, a fire place, comfortable seating and gorgeous finishings. The food is delicious, and exactly what you'd expect from a pub with a few little twists. I usually always go the fish pie though, so so delicious. My only feedback is on the staff, they're wonderful and extremely organized but every visit, it feels like there isn't enough floor staff. The bar staff seem to leave it to a couple of others who are run off thier feet and feel really stressed. They're always so polite but extremely strained with the workload. Put it on your list, it's a dream. (Not good for vegetarians fyl)

Great old-fashioned pub! Best steak and ale pie EVER 🥧 GREAT beers as well.

My partner and I enjoyed a two course meal this evening and it was delicious. Highly recommend the garlic prawn starter, and lamb chop's for mains! Cosy atmosphere, a lovely added touch with the candles, and friendly staff :)

Fantastic little gem. Found it on a diversion to Blackpool. Fresh food, real ales and rare rums. Only stopped in for a pint but just had to try the "rum of the month" which was excellent. Also very dog friendly with a food menu for your dogs. Very good pub

Came with family for a meal in the private room, food was amazing and service was fabulous. The lady who served us couldn’t do enough for us, we can’t wait to come back! 5*!

Service was brilliant, food especially the steak pie was amazing!

Lovely country pub with good cask beer.

Absolutely fantastic food, proper pub classics elevated to new levels. The fact it was rammed at 4pm on a Thursday speaks volumes about how good it is. The fish pie was superb, and my mates steak & ale pie looked great. Good selection of ales, and I was also able to pick up a bottle of their signature spiced rum (batch 4, bottle 25 no less!).

The food at the Manners has improved tremendously since the current owners took over. Most people I know now accept it as the best in the area. Add to that the great, friendly staff, and it’s difficult to see how the pub could be improved.

Came on a Monday evening - pleasantly surprised to see it was really busy - advised there was a 40 minute wait on food which wasn’t a problem, but food came out well before that anyway. Staff were warm and friendly. Food was tasty and great value for money. Really nice traditional country pub. Loved it!

Warm environment. By the country side. Lovely British food. Dogs are welcome. Fair prices. Wishing it had more veggie options.

Lovely, cosy pub with decent ales on tap, but they never give you a proper pint. I'm certain it's by design to maximise profits.

Just popped in for a quick drink

I recently had the pleasure of dining at the Mainwaring Arms in Whitmore, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village, the pub exudes a charming and welcoming atmosphere that immediately makes you feel at home. The food was simply outstanding. The menu offers a delightful range of traditional British dishes with a modern twist, all crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. I opted for the steak and ale pie, which was perfectly cooked with a rich, flavorful gravy. My companion chose the pan-seared sea bass, which was equally impressive, served with a vibrant, seasonal vegetable medley. The service was impeccable. The staff were friendly, attentive, and genuinely eager to ensure we had a memorable dining experience. They were knowledgeable about the menu and offered excellent recommendations. The ambiance of the Mainwaring Arms is one of its standout features. The rustic decor, complete with exposed beams and a cozy fireplace, creates a warm and inviting environment. Whether you're there for a casual meal or a special occasion, it feels like the perfect setting. Overall, the Mainwaring Arms in Whitmore is a true gem. With its top-notch cuisine, excellent service, and charming atmosphere, it’s a place I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience. I look forward to returning soon!

Very relaxed atmosphere at 16:00 on a Monday for us. Food and service was excellent

Stopped off for a little non alcoholic beer and some chips. What a stunning place. Chips were lovely and the homemade Bloody Mary ketchup was amazing.

Enjoyed food and staff were pleasant. Dog friendly in two small areas.

Nice pub with a nice atmosphere. Pretty much always have food when we go and the food is always great.

Lovely relaxed atmosphere. Very enjoyable lunch. My steak sandwich was beautifully tender. Good ecoustics for noise levels. Can recommend

Not had food here yet, but planning on a Sunday lunch. We visit most Sundays for an afternoon tipple and no complaints at all. A beautiful old pub with lots of seating inside and outside, always a warm and friendly welcome, we love the atmosphere and the fact it's dog friendly (in the snug). Highly recommend this place

We have just enjoyed a very tasty lunch at this beautiful pub/restaurant! All of our three meals were beautifully presented. We will definitely visit again! More vegetarian options would be appreciated! Other wise would be 5 stars.

Not happy with accompanying sides. Expensive

Dog friendly with really good food, cannot fault any of it. Even did doggy dinners so she got got a plate of dog sausages for tea, would 100% recommend coming here

My partner had the fish curry which he enjoyed immensely however I had the chicken burger and it was revolting, overcooked and the bacon and cheese was also overcooked. Complained to the waitress and she just laughed, think she did not realise initially that I was complaining. Next the manager came.over, apologised took my plate away and did not charge for.my meal which was very nice of her. We will go again just not have the burger of any kind!

Food great but took ages to come out. Had mushroom Wellington. Tasted a little salty. It’s a shame that dogs are only allowed in a limited place. The cheesecake looked gorgeous.

Had just drinks very nice place to visit from what I could see the food looked great 👍

Lovely high quality food served by professionals, large choice of fine beers wine and so on!

Just visited this beautiful pub located not far from Keele University. Arrived about 12 with no reservation and had the choice of a few seating areas. Nice Sunday lunch menu, with some slightly different options than your local pub. Food arrived in good time, was excellently presented and tasted delicious - highly recommend the Field mushroom Wellington and the fish pie. Staff very polite and welcoming, and the premises were clean and decorated very tastefully. 10/10

Great place for a drink and a bite to eat. Ace atmosphere and decor. Pet friendly a bonus. Food was excellent as was previous visit. 👍👍

Fantastic pub with a great local feel.

Cracking little pub. Had a sharing board between 2 of us. Tasty and plentiful. Hi praise from one chef to another. Will defiantly return.

Great they have restored the atmosphere that the pub used to have, they have removed the silly stalls and given the pub a taseful makeover . A real traditional pub with good food and beers. Great!

Great food, great staff, fabulous interior design if you like homely, and great live music to boot (Thursday).

Had lunch there yesterday and drinks . Everything was great with good service and relaxed atmosphere . Will definitely be going again . Highly recommended .

This is a consistently warm and friendly venue. Whether you come for a drink or combine with food nothing lets you down. People who come hete wish only fpr a pleasant time which helps everyone to relax.

Went on Xmas eve for food n drinks with friends and it was fantastic ...lovely food good beer,great service and a nice friendly atmosphere...would 100 % recommend this pub

Liveley oldy worldy pub hidden gem well worth a visit

I had the Rib eye steak 🥩 medium, it was absolutely lovely, looking forward to going back for the same 😄

Wow ,the shared seafood plater is a winner ! Great selection of trad ales and beers !

Just popped on for a drink. Cosy rooms with real fires

One of our favourite country style pubs! Lovely and cosy in the winter and there are original features in a abundance! Excellent beers on offer and service brill.

Didn't have anything to eat but it was a lovely place

NOT FAMILY FRIENDLY. This chain are renowned for not offering child services- no menu, no high chairs, no baby change facilities. Staff make you feel quite uncomfortable when visiting with a child when there are adults swearing and shouting nearby!

Lovely day fashioned pub. Good food and great service

It's a very happy place, it's warm and friendly. The bar staff are professional and efficient. The food is very good. I would recommend The Mainwaring Arms to everyone. Do give it a try!😊🍷🍻🥂🍾

No high chairs for babies,no baby changing facilities, food nice.

Felt really well looked after despite being in a private dining room. Food was fantastic.

Really like the decor. Good "old fashioned pub" feel

Lovely pub with a great feel, well worth a visit.

Had family birtday meal in one of the private rooms, very warm and cosy feel very much enjoyed by all

Quick friendly service, beautiful place and food

My second visit here and possibly my last. Unable to book tables, however upon arrival the staff worked quickly to find us a table depite being busy. Drinks: Ordered a bottle of white wine which was promptly served at room temperature and then placed on top of a layer of ice in a wine cooler. Had to ask for an ice bucket and then for some water to be added to the ice. Staff member didn't seem too happy about this. Clearly no training has been given on how to serve wine. Wine tasted cheap; possibly my fault for ordering a bottle of French wine sub £30. Food: Ordered a sharing plate which was described as being served with "granary bread" to accompany the pâté and cured salmon. It arrived without any bread. When questioned, a plate of pre-sliced white bread appeared. Informed our server, who checked with the kitchen and returned saying they don't have any granary bread; no apology was made and they didn't seem to know how to handle the situation. We ate the pâté and salmon on thin white bread horrible! Butter was served straight from the fridge and was impossible to spread even at the end of the meal. Seriously, if you can't pull-off a simple dish like this then I would suggest removing it from the menu. I should mention that this item was incomplete on our previous visit too, so no lessons have been learned. How hard is it for a restaurant to order a few extra loaves of bread? Judging by stale white bread it is cleary they aren't baking any bread on site. Ambiance: We liked the pub décor and the candles but the area where we dined featured rail spotlights with a harsh flood beam as opposed to narrow beam. This made us feel like we were on stage and was not conducive with the candle-lit ambiance they are trying to achieve. Also, despite the log burner, we all felt cold for the duration of the meal with most of our party unwilling to remove their coats. Overall a very disappointing visit.

Superb menu choice at reasonable prices - I had sea bass which was delicious. Good range of Real Ales.

Delightful venue for lunch, our dogs enjoyed their specially prepared steak

Delicious food in this brilliant rural pub. Prices are expensive, but definitely worth it.

Delicious food and great atmosphere

Nice food, lovely pub, (although elements of the roast were luke warm) Very friendly but absolutely rubbish service and expensively so.

Great food and service, staff very attentive and helpful.

EXCEPTIONALLY no other words needed

Very nice place lots of atmosphere

Lovely meal as a special birthday treat for a friend. We will be back.

Lovely country pub with a great atmposhere!

Great traditional food with great taste and not too pricey!

Had a lovely meal here, the service was second to none, lovely people, lovely food, lovely time had by all

Went their today food was great and staff was fantastic

Most amazing lunch. Lovely decor, comfy seats, friendly staff. Could have stayed all afternoon!

First and last time eating here. Zero atmosphere unless you like caves. Mediocre luke warm food. Apathetic staff, uncomfortable seating. Grubby interior. Wouldn't recommend and won't be returning Far better places to eat in this area

Great food , lovely services will definitely be coming again with friends

Popped in for quick snack will definitely go back

Lovely place, great friendly staff. Clean and home like feeling in all the snugs around the pub. I especially love the Dad's Army themed gents toilets! Vera Lynn playing in background. The food is well cooked, no issues.

Nice place to visit. It's a shame you can not book tables, so we had to wait a while, but that's ok if you're not driving. They have a good variety of rums you can try out. Staff are friendly enough some more than others. Food is good a bit pricey for what you get. It's worth going.

Fantastic pub: the best in Staffs - so far - in my opinion (tweed/ Land Rover/ horseracing image). I visited, from London, on 11th and 13th August 2023 - a real find. Friendly and reasonable prices. Can't wait to return at Christmas!

Lovely food, beautiful atmosphere and ambience

Great food and lovely place. Just a shame they don't cater for kids in any way. No children's menu and no high chairs.

Waited an extremely long time for food. Very poor service

Pleasant lunch in a lovely village xxx

Absolutely lovely. Friendly traditional pub.

This is a gem of a place. Perfect in every way. Couldn't fault it. I highly recommend this place. You won't be disappointed!

Best Sunday roast I've had in ages!

Busy for a Tuesday but served quickly. Chicken and mash was tasty but the fish and chips was more batter than fish. Service was friendly. The room was a little cold. We will be back.

Lunch time visit. The most anaemic chips ever. Undercooked and tasteless. The fish finger sandwich really greasy. Overall disappointed. Friendly service. Decent beer.

Great little traditional pub, staff very polite and the food is amazing!

Only went this time for beers. But will look at going for food very soon. Decent beers with a good choice and reasonably priced for today's beer market. Lovely friendly staff. And a lovely clean place. Watch this space for the food review soon.

Lovely, snug pub in the middle of pretty much nowhere. Great staff, great food, great beer.

What a lovely village pub doing great food and range of real ales 100% service

Great pint in a lovely atmosphere, peaceful and pleasant.

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What a wonderful pub. We stopped by chance for a Friday lunch and were delighted. Fabulous wine, amazing food (highly recommend fish sharing platter) and staff friendly snd efficient. Wish we lived nearer so we could visit more.

Setting the scene: a sunny Sunday afternoon, bluebells all around, a babbling river, birds and a truly vintage and yet homely venue for a delicious lunch with local produce, delicious home-made cakes and warm fresh coffee. The service exudes all that one might expect from a place that has served people for centuries. A true delight and one of Staffordshire's must-visit eateries.