Oak and Black Dog in East Staffordshire

I can't exactly say anything good or bad about the food as we didn't get to eat there, even thought I booked on their on-line booking system for a table of 3 for my mother in laws Birthday meal, we arrived at 14.30 table was booked for 15.00, there was about 7 customers no one at the bar and it still took about 5 mins for someone to come to see us, eventually a lady came and asked us what we would like to drink I told her we have booked a table for 3 people we was told they have stopped serving food for the day even though they still had the board outside saying what food they was serving, so I showed the lady my booking confirmation on my phone her response was there's nothing in her diary ( obviously they'd forgot to put in in ) can't believe they had stopped serving food at 2.30 in the afternoon. No wonder the place was virtually empty if they treat the paying the way we was treated 😡

We had booked for breakfast as was meeting up with our dad Totally made to feel unwelcome Coffee machine was plugged in but she said we only do instant coffee!! The lady walked past saying 3 cooked breakfast We hadn’t even been told what the menu was So we got up and left and I told her we don’t feel you even want us here She just replied oh I have worked in retail customer facing as a manager for 30 years plus and this is worst I have seen in service

Previous to booking we saw ion the website that fish and chips were available at lunchtime . On arriving at the pub we were directed to our table which had a lunch menu on. It was mainly sandwiches , jacket potatoes and a ploughman’s. We were confused and asked if we could have fish & chips . The lady behind the bar asked the lady in the kitchen and all we heard was a lot of moaning …. She then came out of the kitchen clearly not very happy pushing the doors open in a mood , which made us feel extremely uncomfortable . The food was not amazing and having been made to feel most unwelcome we certainly won’t be returning. Given the pub was more or less empty you would think they would be grateful for some custom .

We enjoyed a lovely lunch today. Super friendly and helpful staff, the food was delicious and beautifully presented. All ages well catered for including the puppy. A cosy log fire and a pretty village outlook...perfect.

I am so pleased that Tracey and her lovely team have taken on the running of our village pub. The pub has fast become a beacon for the community and the team have put so much thought and effort into making the pub feel welcoming. Tracey & Co never forget the little things that make such a difference, like lighting the fires when it’s cold and implementing changes having listened to their clientele. Heading into Christmas we have some really quirky and fun events to look forward to, not forgetting to mention that huge efforts have been made to transform the pub into an enchanting, festive spot that both children and grown-ups alike have delighted in. Our lovely village really needs this super pub and I am full of praise for the efforts being made to create such a warm and welcoming environment to enjoy good company, a few drinks and a hearty meal. Cheers to the ‘Oak & Black Dog’. X

Called in for a cup of coffee on Sunday morning. Their coffee machine only did two types Latte and Capuchinno which was not what I was really wanting (ie Americano/Flat white) but elected for one of them. Was very luke warm and tasteless and cost £3.95, what a rip off. Luckily, I have since discovered, the shop next door has a coffee machine.

Experience of first night looks like the new owners might actually listen to the customers! Give us a smile and genuine welcome, good ales and not grub from a packet and it will become great again after years in the doldrums. Let us hope the nasty cheap booze, pool table and all that went with it are things of the past. Good luck Tracey and Ian

Called in on off chance they had a table, Roast was great huge portion with a variety of veg, couldn’t manage a pud.

We visited this pub me my friend and our daughters it was my daughter's 32nd bday and we were all made so welcome by all staff and management . The toilets are immaculate with a beautifull outside area So thank you all for making our stay special

What a little gem for a fabulous Sunday roast. Plenty of space, hot food and pretty setting, with great walks around Stretton as well.

We stayed at Craigadam for 4 nights with friends, whilst enjoying dog training on the moor. What a superb place....I have never had such excellent food, consistently, in any other hotel.....ever! Amazing flavours.....and along with lovely hosts Celia and Richard a great time was had by all. We will be back

Had lunch here recently, Saturday was not very busy, would recommend booking as It is small, it appears to cater for about 30 people. There is a small room upstairs which caters for families of 10-12 people, looks very private. The meals are of good quality, very traditional food, just what is required, not too much choice which i find can be off putting. The car park is very small only 4 cars, you have to park in the street, not too much of a problem.

Went to this pub for Sunday lunch whilst on a visit back to the UK with my sisters one of whom live in the village Thoroughly enjoyed it, typical country pub with a convivial atmosphere and one of the things I miss most about living abroad. Keep up the good work.tho

Lovely village pub we found by accident. Roast lamb was wonderful served with cauliflower cheese, mashed swede, broccoli stems, mixed coloured carrots, cabbage, roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and extra gravy. Would recommend booking as only a small restaurant.

Great friendly staff, good selection of beer and wine, very good food menu and dog friendly. You could not ask for more.

We went to the beautiful country pub for Sunday dinner/birthday celebrations. We booked ahead to secure our table. The food was absolutely beautiful, the service second to none. Nothing was too much trouble. Many thanks to the staff involved - we will definitely be back!

At 2 hours notice, Michelle & David served a wonderful Sunday Roast to our family of 15. The food was excellent, along with service & atmosphere. These 2 are amazing!

A pleasant evening spent with friends here. A nice meal - excellent ribs. Very friendly and efficient service.

Value for money. Very friendly. In a pretty village. Looking forward to going there again. We took our dog with us.

Visited with family having pre booked based on trip advisor reviews. We were a little worried upon arrival as " David" was late on shift and did not appear until we were eating. We should not have worried as the service and food was excellent, good selection of ale and choice of Sunday roast meats. The food was the best value and quality we have had for a long time. Can highly recommend.

The kitchen had been out of action due to an electrical fault, but Michelle and David worked hard to ensure Sunday lunch would be served. The lunch was up to its usual 5 star standard. The portions are very large and tasty. Thank you Michelle and David for your fantastic food and excellent real ales and always smiling faces,it’s a pleasure to visit your fantastic pub.

We have visited the pub on numerous occasions & have never been let down. The atmosphere is always friendly and welcoming, the staff are attentative to needs, the food is all homemade & served with a smile! Thank you guys for never failing to please!!

Eaten here many times as well as attended functions. Always fantastic. Sunday lunches freshly prepared and always popular! Food portions great too. Michelle and David very amenable and a delight. Great choice of gins too! A pub with amazing food and ideal if you just want a swift half too. Everyone made welcome. Oh and dog friendly too

What a pub,great food ,lovely staff,l sit by the log fire with a glass of wine or two,fur babies can come to,they even sell doggy treats ,so not left out ,Sunday roasts are real hope cooked food and very tasty, areal must for the food lover.

We ordered beer battered fish & chips. A few minutes later, David, the owner and chef called his barman over to the kitchen and asked him to go and get a half pint of beer from the drip tray! We paid for the drinks and left. Discusting!

We have been to the Oak & Black Dog many times & can honestly say it’s always been prefect. From the food & drink to the pubs atmosphere we as a family can’t recommend it enough.

This is one of two pubs in Stretton on Dunsmore and I can recommend the very reasonable priced lunchtime meals of 2 courses (less than £7) or 3 courses (less than £10). It's not an extensive menu but there's enough choice to suit most tastes. Staff are friendly and efficient and the beer is good too.

We visited the Oak and Black dog for dinner with friends on a Wednesday night. The atmosphere is family friendly and the food was fab. Can recommend the burger with Stilton you won’t go home hungry. Good range of beers to choose from and great service and hospitality.

Absolutely fantastic Sunday lunch again! thank you Michelle and David. Highly recommend this place for a quality homemade feel roast

Our Sunday lunch was delicious - thank you. The vegetables were especially goos as they were "just like they are made at home". We recieved a lovely warm welcome from Michelle and David. Highly recommended.

Excellent food friendly staff a real home from home, the home made curries and the home made puds are amazing. I would recommend this pub to anyone who enjoys good food and drink served with a welcoming smile. Well done Oak & Black Dog.

We have drank in this pub for 20 years . Tonight we went for a quiet drink with friends when Michelle the landlady hauled me outside . She shouted at us in front of customers and barred us because my niece is seeing her ex boyfriend . I've never spoken to her before because she was rude to me even before this . We drink sensibly and have never caused trouble . I'm a respectable business woman living in Stretton.ive seen her kick off before but never imagined I would deserve such cruel treatment in front of my friends . Keep your heads down if you choose to frequent this mad house

We have used the Oak many times for the past 20 years but it has improved dramatically since Michelle and David took over. It is clean, welcoming and the garden area constantly improves. We have always enjoyed Michelle’s Sunday roast so recently we decided to take 27 guests for our pre-wedding dinner. Michelle and David didn’t let us down. It was a wonderful evening – the food was amazing. We had many French guests and they thoroughly enjoyed it.

We were very pleasantly surprised by our visit to the Oak and Black Dog during a weekend stay in the area. The landlady was very friendly and made us feel at home in a pub that retains a lovely local feel. There were 3 ales on tap, one of them (Otter) I hadn't tried before. The food was fantastic - we ordered the ribs and the hand-battered haloumi. The BBQ ribs fell off the bone, and were extremely tasty - definitely worth ordering again. There is a dedicated section of the menu for vegetarians, and they also had a great selection of specials on the day. If I had one suggestion, it would be that they put up a board with the specials on. Otherwise, a great meal in a lovely pub frequented by locals.

We had heard that the food was good at this picturesque pub but it was even better than we thought it would be

What a truly fabulous evening. Michelle and David are superb hosts and the 9 of us eating were totally spoilt. Beautiful food with superb presentation and wonderful to see the pub absolutely packed. You guys work so hard and deserve to be rewarded with such successful evenings. Well done and thank you both. We all had a fabulous evening. One of the nicest New Years Eve's we've had in a long time.

Dined with 2 companions; we were all very pleased with the food & service; the bill was not excessive,

A lovely meal, freshly cooked. We were made very welcome by the landlady who was happy for us to bring our dog into the cosy, newly decorated lounge area. Plenty of gluten free options to choose from on the menu.

We were heading up north on the Fosse way and detoured a little to find this charming village and great pub. The service was friendly and prompt. Excellent choice of real ales and the lunch was wonderfully home cooked and the best value for money we have had for a long time. Lovely roast beef perfectly cooked fish and chips - what could be better and we will definitely come again

My son brother in law and nephew and myself met up for a Sunday drink and called in at couple of village pubs outside of Leamington.We decided to try a village we hadnt visited for years which is Stretton on Dunsmore and called in at the Oak and Black Dog.

Este fue un descubrimiento fantástico pub país llamamos a la posibilidad de conseguir una comida pedimos unas bebidas y nos ofrecieron una mesa, la elección de alimentos suficientes para satisfacer todos los gustos, tuvimos la pierna de cordero, que era excelente y el pastel de carne con cerveza, de carne y de nuevo una excelente elección. Vino tinto Merlot, era muy agradable, así como el amargo. David y Michelle fue muy amable. Habíamos leído críticas antes de leer comer fuera, hay algunos negativos, de aquí data de 2014 hablamos de esto con los propietarios, que confirmaron que estaban desde antes asumieron el pub. .

Precioso pub Village haciendo buenas comidas de la hora del almuerzo. Buen servicio a un precio muy razonable, es agradable encontrar un pub que hará hortalizas así como las fichas habituales con todo, tres cursos, menú de noche parece buena, pero no lo probé todavía.

Buena relación calidad-precio excelente comida y servicio de primera clase de calidad. Ingenio comida encantadora un fuego de ir, ¿qué más se puede pedir?

Vinimos para bebidas con mi otra mitad, sin duda alguna de nuevo y sin duda lo recomendaría a la gente que vaya! Nuestro servicio rápido y muy amable, que es lo que queremos cuando salimos!

Fui a este pub para una visita y me sorprendió gratamente, una joya en stretten, encantador y amable familiar pub, me encantó voy a volver y usted debe darle una oportunidad a

Just popped in for a few beers and a bite to eat. Greeted with a friendly smile and no problem setting a tab as was eating later.Had the steak and asked for rare and for once was cooked perfectly, wife had Cajun chicken and cleared her plate too.First class food and friendly staff, well deserved of 5 star review. Wife says Herbie potatoes were to die for First class, will come again and apparently are getting San Miguel soon so will be even better

My sister & I recently returned to Stretton when our mum died & had several visits to this lovely pub. Food was excellent & Michelle & David made us feel really welcome. Michelle provided light refreshments after mum's funeral, again wonderful & we shall certainly call in for a meal when next in the area.

Beautiful food on a beautiful day, cannot wait to visit again when my partner and I are not at work! Good choice of drinks and food too! And fantastic service!

Not a posh pub that is beyond itself and refuses to listen to customers about poor beer and mean food portions unlike some!Friendly service, good wine, excellent real ales these people are trying very hard. Food is basic, honest and generous.

What a really lovely meal, beautifully presented and as usual, with a superb friendly welcome from Michelle & David who so deserve to be successful after their first few months at the oak. We can't fault their hospitality- exceptionally genuine, good quality food and reasonably priced. Try their lunches - 2 for £5. 95. Come on you guys get over and support this lovely couple as they rebuild this little gem of a village pub. You won't be dissapointed. See you soon Michelle and David and thank you.

david and michelle make us so welcome when we come along to their pub after our 'stretton on stage' rehearsal on a wednesday evening! another log goes on the fire and drinks are served up quickly with really good humour! any drinks that they have not usually had are ordered and ready for us the next week!The chips are yummy too! super!

we have visited many times and have never had any complaints. i wonder if they have had a change of chef? this was a family meal and my Mum chose the salmon which was cold when served and should have been hot. When we complained about this, although the salmon was already over cooked, it was obviously zapped in the microwave! this resulted in a rubbery salmon. it was disconcerting that between cooking the chef came and sat in the restaurant, in his chef's clothing, and concentrated on his mobile phone. we have been dining here since the new owners took over, but we won't be back. What a shame, it was going so well for them.on a good note, the service was impeccable, as always. front of service staff should be commended for their hard work and attentive service.

There are two pubs in the village but currently only the Oak and Black Dog serves Saturday lunches. We wanted to eat locally to celebrate a combined birthday and retirement with our family and booked for six in the little upstairs room. When we arrived we were politely greeted by the bar staff and shown to our table, which was set. The staff do work hard and after serving us with drinks (of which there is a reasonable choice) provided the NEW menu. At the time, I would estimate ten other people were in for lunch and about another ten having a lunchtime drink, so not exactly heaving with customers. Beware, the new menu has NO vegetarian options at all. Come on, this is 2015 guys! Oddly, the previous menu did have a few. However, after some discussion, a simple pasta and tomato sauce dish with side salad was offered. A risotto was also offered, so why not on the menu? Four of us had starters which took 30 minutes to arrive but quite tasty devilled whitebait and Cajun calamari. For mains, three had pork belly on mash, one chicken burger, one peppered chicken and the pasta. From arriving to being served our mains took 1 hour 30 minutes which we considered unsatisfactory. When the mains eventually arrived, no vegetables were served, only a small salad garnish. Maybe they must be ordered separately but there's nothing on the menu to indicate this. The pork belly and sauce was tasty but 2 slices on mash without veg is a bit pricey at £10.95. Apparently the burger and pasta were (just) OK. The peppered chicken was tough and without the sauce almost inedible and this was not ordered by a fussy eater. We decided to forego the dessert.Overall, the pub decor is tired and needs refreshing and the view from the upstairs window into "garden" was of empty kegs and the smokers' shelter, which need tidying. The garden could be a real attraction and there were some hanging baskets (in need of TLC) but instead had an old van parked up (which looks unroadworthy and abandoned), likewise an old wheel and tyre, two wooden crates (or maybe old bookcases) just dumped, broken umbrellas, cigarette ends and other detritus and litter. Altogether, from an environmental health perspective, a potential haven for vermin, although didn't actually see any. It is certainly not somewhere I would allow my granddaughter to play. So really very disappointing and we shall not be returning any time soon.

Although been to the the oak many times, tonight was one of the best meals we have had. My wife, being difficult to please, being a coliac and also needing a dairy free and vegetarian meal always struggles for something different. Amy and her staff are always helpfull, but tonight the chef excelled. My wife had a rissotto that was out of this world and my belly pork wasn't far behind.

After a long dog walk this was just what we needed for some hearty warming pub grub.We sat in the cute upstairs area which was perfect for a group of 9 of us.All the food came out quickly and was freshly cooked and didn't dissapoint on flavour either. Would recommend the liver and bacon and the black pudding fritters. reasonably priced aswell 2 course meal and a few pints for a tenner!

The Oak is a proper village pub serving really good quality pub food. It has enough variety for every taste and the portions are usually generous. It is good value with no pretensions and really what every village needs - somewhere to go that is easy and accessible when you don't feel like cooking.

Booked a table in this pub whilst holidaying in the village and was told you had to book as it was so busy. It wasn't. It does have some character and was popular with the locals though. The menu is OK but limited on Sunday and is somewhat overpriced. The wine selection was very poor with Merlot being the only red, so we had to settle for a Rose Zinfadel. When we went to pay the bill they charged us for two bottles when we only had one - lucky I noticed!

We popped into this lovely pub on sunday for lunch after remembering it from a previous visit last year.... Staff were lovely and friendly and the food was absolutely delicious... the pub was very very busy and had a lovely atmosphere to it.. well worth a visit !!

Came back as mentioned last year - at local Exhibition. Excellent food and drink all at sensible prices. Pity I wasn't there for more than 2 nights.

Second time here, but I didn't write a review last time, which is a shame as the first visit was better than this one.I had the lambs liver, mash and bacon and the wife had the peppered chicken. Mine was ok and the wife's chicken was....ok. Certainly nothing to complain about, just not anything to rave about.We were served promptly and the waiter/barman was polite and friendly. The Chardonnay was, according to the missus, very dry but I had a pint of Shakespeare something-or-other and it tasted nice. I suppose it really rates a 3.5, rather than a 3, but unfortunately I can't do that here. We will come back again at some point, mostly because of the nice meal we had the first time around. The pub has a nice olde-world charm to it too.I would certainly recommend this pub over the other one in Stretton, the Shoulder of Mutton, where the owner quite shamefully leaves completely inappropriate replies to anyone who would DARE criticise his pub! Better ales at the Oak too.

I have visited the Oak and Black dog sometime ago and was not impressed then, so hearing it had changed hands and knowing the new tenants old pub (which was great) and also reading some good reviews on here we decided to give it a go.The pub which is obviously used by locals who were loud were also unwelcoming. The young girl serving was quite pleasant and friendly,we were seated at a table near the kitchen.The pub still has the same dated décor (period character and charm! Not) and would benefit greatly from an update with a nice eating area away from drinkers.The food was ok but we wont be returning.

Beautiful village and beautiful old pub. Very nice garden with slides and things for kids. We were a family party of 10 + dog and they gave us a private room which was great as we had some young kids with us who weren't always the quietest. Food was good and service was good too.

My partner and I eat at the Oak and Black Dog every week - we usually have the same thing (which is unusual for me!) as the fish and chips are excellent! The chef uses a great beer batter, which is crisp; the fish is fresh and the chips are great, too! This pub has been turned around by the current licensees; it is very welcoming; has a great atmosphere; great service; is well maintained; great staff and with all the little touches, makes it a great local. The rib eye steak is also one to watch..... All in all, it's a hidden gem!

Today I visited The Oak & Black Dog in the beautiful village of Stretton on Dunsmore with my husband and 2 year old toddler. Our first visit. A warm happy welcome and seated straight away, this pub has bags of period character and charm. Its quaint and a lovely location. We had the chicken liver pate and brie wedges to start which were both v fresh and tasty. Good in portion size too. We had the roast beef for mains. You get the clear impression from these roasts that the chef really cares about taste and loves to cook. The beef was the best I've had in a very long time and I eat out most Sundays. Deliciously tender and well seasoned, it was accompanied by a huge array of fresh vegetables including parsnips, roast potatoes, carrots, broccoli and red cabbage. Absolutely yummy. My two year old daughter had sausage with mash and peas and gravy. The sausages were very good quality. Not deep fried and proper meat. Not like some places who cater for children. Needless to say she enjoyed it all! The pub has a good range of beers including Guinness and IPA. They have special pricing for Sunday's and all in all a good bill - just over £35 for two starters, two mains, my daughters main and two beers. I'd like to say a big thank you for such a warm welcome and brilliant tasty food. We will be returning. See my blog on best Sunday lunches out here: http://oursundaybest.blog.co.uk/

Lovely food. Great atmosphere, no making you feel like an 'outsider' if not from the village. Food great with pub, not restaurant, prices. Will be back.

my wife and I happened upon this pub by chance on our way back to Leicester from a weekend away. the welcome was as good as the food and beer .my wife opted for the two course and I had the three course,both priced reasonably.the service was spot on and the young lad serving us was polite and efficient.if we are passing we will certainly be using it again.the only moan is that there should be a sign on the fosse way telling people you are there .

We stopped at this pub on the way from London to Coombe Abbey, after reading good reviews on Tripadvisor...and we were not disappointed! Set in a pretty village, the place felt welcoming as soon as we stepped inside. My girlfriend had the roast beef, and I had the lasagne - both were delicious. But the best part of the visit was the pint of Guinness, which both of us have hailed as the best in England we have tasted so far....and we have searched far and wide. We will definitely be stopping by the next time we are passing that way!

Met up with a friend for lunch as I had an appointment near the airport beforehand. Originally we were going to go to the Shoulder of Mutton but it was closed (on a Saturday lunch time - strange) so we went here instead. Great village pub, not too smart and not too pretentious. Good beer and ace fish and chips. Friend enjoyed his steak and ale pie. Good prices. Glad the Shoulder of Mutton was closed. As others have mentioned this pub is wrongly positioned on Trip Advisor at the time I wrote this. Another revue gives the correct address.

The Oak and Black Dog is the heart of a pretty, vibrant village in Warwickshire. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, with a very warm welcome from Dan and Amy. The food is home cooked style with a varied menu served most of the day and evening and yet the Oak retains its British country pub quality selling a selection of real ales.A thoroughly enjoyable visit.

This is my local pub being only a couple of minutes' walk away. The food is excellent and the beer superb. I should go there more frequently and would recommend it to anyone.The entry in tripadvisor has the wrong address and location. The address is:36, Brookside, Stretton on Dunsmore, Cv23 9LY

Went to this Public House for a meal while attending a nearby Exhibition.Liked it so much I came back for the rest of the period I was there.Excellent venue, good variety on menu and pleasant service at all times. Good selection of real ales.Worth making the effort to find - will be back next year!

we have been visiting for some months now and do not have a bad word to say. we usually eat at lunchtimes, but i now visit in the evening with friends,it is such good value. we also came as a family for fathers day. excellent attentive service and the food was so hot, full of flavour with speedy service. the use of local meat and other ingredients is great and the freshness is evident. great atmosphere and even though we are not that local Dan and Amy always make us welcomethanks very much. i'd recommend this little gem to everyone.

really tasty fish, chips and mushy peas to take away! great choice of coffees as well! amy and dan make you feel very welcome; they have refurbished the pub very well and the outside of the pub is beautiful-well done-a real asset to the village!

Turn off at the mini roundabout and see the Oak and Black Dog on your left. Mind the step on entering before being welcomed by Dan and /or Amy. A real country pub with a nice feel and service to match.Cask ales, beers, wines and spirits to tempt you and a food menu to go with it. Cuisine is British and of good standard with decent portions. Sunday lunch has roasts,(the lamb is great!!) as well as a full other choice. They will even do a take away sandwich which would be hard to beat anywhere. Friendly, cosy and happy atmosphere and well supported by locals. This was our third visit and it gets better every time.