Red Lion Pub and Restaurant in Derbyshire Dales

We all ordered the moot steak and ale pie and mash. Generous helpings and it was all delicious. 2 pies and a bottle of wine offer too during the week. Highly recommended.

This is a lovely pub, it has a great choice of beers some home brewed. Warm and inviting rooms with all the facilities you could want. Breakfast was lovely,hot and freshly made with loads of toast and cereals if required. Booked for evening meal and once again great choice available and all looked delicious. I would definitely recommend the two steaks and a bottle of red or white wine for £38!! Very good value and excellent portion size. I would recommend without hesitation and I will definitely be back for more. Even left with a few bottles of ales to savour when home!

A really lovely pub and restaurant. The staff were very helpful and the food was fabulous. Fresh vegetables, meat perfectly cooked and a good portion. Price surprisingly reasonable considering the very high standard of the meal. Very highly recommended

Stayed for 2 nights. Staff were lovely, good hearty breakfast and the small plates for dinner were really tasty. Lovely big room with 4 poster bed, huge bathroom, good powerful shower. Brew their own beer and are in Good beer guide. Would stay there again if we come back to lovely Matlock

Three couples had the 2x Steak deal at this lovely establishment and it was fantastic, superb service lovely food and we will certainly return. Thank you so much. ♥️

The staff were really lovely and welcoming, they were also really helpful and attentive. The food was amazing it came out quite quickly and was piping hot and fresh. All the food we had was really tasty and flavoursome. My battered mushrooms had a really light batter and came with a really nice garlic mayonnaise. My southern fried chicken burger came with lovely grilled bacon, really crisp chunky chips and the best dripping gravy I have ever had. Would really recommend and you are missing out on an absolute gem if you don’t come. Wish we were in Matlock longer so I could go again. 10/10 (I wanted to take a photo of my chicken burger but it was too tempting and I had to start eating it)

We had a meal in the Red Lion the night before our anniversary. It was so good and the staff were so lovely, we cancelled our booking at another restaurant for our anniversary meal and booked the Red Lion instead. We had a great meal, the staff were friendly and the atmosphere was welcoming. We had a pre meal drink in the pretty beer garden and my husband really appreciated the beer which is brewed there. When we found out accommodation was available as well, we decided that we would be foolish to stay anywhere else when we return to the Peak District. A big thank you to all at the Red Lion for making our special night such a pleasant experience

Excellent pub food. Rump steak was tender and tasty. Cold selection of beers and friendly staff. Prices very reasonable

We were enticed to eat here after seeing the special "Two Steak meals including a bottle of Wine" for £38 plus all their good reviews, we were not disappointed, our meal was very enjoyable and the steaks cooked to our liking. It is a traditional town pub/hotel, well presented, clean and welcoming and the staff we came into contact with were very friendly and obliging. Well worth a visit, no complaints from either my wife or myself.

Eight of us booked a meal on the night England played in the Euros so we were worried it would be difficult to enjoy our meal. We needn’t have worried - we were seated away from the bar and service was good and food very tasty. Good selection of beers and the deals on 2 steaks/ fish and chips were good value. Would recommend if you want good pub grub

The drinks from the micro brewery got the thumbs up from all our group. The food was in the main simple pub grub with a few notable exceptions. it was well prepared. We all thought it tasted great, particularly the risotto and the fish and chips which, unlike some places, was not dripping in fat. Reasonably priced.

Staying in Matlock with a friend, we ate here twice - not only was it about 2 minutes from our cottage, but the food was delicious, plentiful and reasonably priced. Just don't go until you're really hungry, because the portions are extremely generous! We can recommend the trio of sausages, the lasagne, the moules frites and the dirty fries!

First time in Matlock and we decided to book a table for an evening meal in The Red Lion. The Service was very good, food plenty of choice and very nice. I would definitely eat here again if we made another visit to Matlock.

Had the fish and chip deal which was great value as it included a bottle of wine. Great service and lovely atmosphere, would highly recommend.

Good food with friendly staff and good atmosphere Good size portions - we had lasagne and salmon. Pun was nicely busy but restaurant quiter - did not detract from the food and efficient service.

Excellent carvery. Food absolutely delicious. Staff great. Lovely place. Car parking can be tight but find somewhere to park and get there, you won't be disappointed.

Family birthday meal out for four of us. All 4 meals ordered were excellent. Really recommend the pies! Lovely friendly service. Only problem was getting home - we were too full to walk!

Excellent pre-Christmas stay to spend time with family who live locally. Friendly staff, comfortable room and fantastic shower! Good choice of ales, extensive menu and highly recommend the full English breakfast. Free parking and only a few minutes walk into Matlock town centre and great base to explore the Peak District. Would have liked slightly firmer pillows - just a personal preference

The Red Lion was recommended by a friend and I stayed there with a family member for 4 nights. Loved this place as soon as we walked in , lovely old building and really nicely decorated inside. A proper pub with snug areas and real fires and they brew their own beer. Everyone is so friendly and its obvious they care about the locals and trippers alike. Very well run, decent prices, lovely staff, great food. Was.so nice to have lovely meals then a few.drinks by the open fire. Met Alfie, cutest little.pub dog. Lovely area, friendly locals. Highly recommend, will definitely be back. Thank you for a.lovely break.

Stayed for 2 nights and it was excellent. Room very clean, comfortable nights sleep and brilliant shower. Breakfast was so good, full English or poached/scrambled eggs on toast, plus cereals. Traditional pub and everyone really friendly, nothing was too much trouble. Carpark at the back of the pub and 5 mins walk into Matlock. Would definitely stay here again.

Whenever we are in Matlock we always dine at the Red Lion. The food and service are consistently good. On this occasion we had three sharing plates to start, which were excellent. Unfortunately, the main courses were slightly disappointing. We chose the ribeye steak with all the trimmings, but the chips let the meal down as they were not up to the usual standard. Despite being advertised as ‘hand cut’, they appeared to be frozen and quite dry, which I pointed out to the waitress who said she would feedback to the chef. This was such a shame as the steak was very good- tender and tasty. Next time we visit, I will ask in advance of ordering. I'm hoping this was just a one off.

Two night stay, excellent,room felt like an apartment, breakfast first class, and evening meals lovely. The Red Lion brews it’s own beers, and I would come again to taste them We would also visit again for the atmosphere and pleasant banter led by Lee .and the staff. Very please with our stay. thanks..

Warm welcome: 5*, beers from its own brewery: 5*, comfortable bedrooms with brand new bathrooms: 5*. The pies at dinner were deliciously filled and served with excellent chips. Only problem, we think they were precooked and then reheated, so that the pastry had become hard and dry.

I came to spend a weekend on these place and I fall in love, Spectacular attention and excellent food I recommend this place 100% ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Been to the Red Lion a few times on our yearly weekend Matlock breaks.Ate there this time.The fish chips,Gammon and egg meals were lovely large portions,and very reasonably priced drinks.There is a large garden area at the back.All the staff were friendly and hardworking. Slightly hard to find but it's work finding it.5 minutes from town centre.

Absolutely adored our visit to the Red Lion, such welcoming staff, felt at home as soon as I walked in the pub! Food was exceptional I didn’t know what to expect but it would have exceeded any expectations! I had the lentil lasagne and my hubby had the pork belly! Both delicious washed down with some Moot Ale. Really a splendid wholesome visit to a local pub with local ale and food, We will definitely return when we are back in the area!

Unbelievable chips, lasagne, pie and sausage! Do not underestimate this pub. The grub was indescribable

Booked for a 3 night break, never been before but checking online appeared good. Turned out to be an excellent choice. All staff were so nice to us both. The room was fantastic. We dined each of our 3 nights at the Red Lion, lots of choice and at great prices. The food was excellent 👌 and more than enough portions. The bar was superbly stocked,and the Most Ales brewed onsite (well the ones I sampled) were very good. Plenty to see and do nearby and even more by driving short distances from the inn. An excellent place to stay. Highly recommend 👍

Excellent meal following Hen weekend in local property. Locals made us feel very welcome including the dogs and the ale drinking horse. Great place to have a meal d a drink.

My husband and I stayed here for 2 nights in August 2023 and it was great value for money. Staff were friendly and helpful. We ate twice in the restaurant and the food was of a very high standard, filling and not over priced. We stayed in Room 6 which had a lovely 4 poster bed and fantastic bathroom and was very clean. On the down side, but I did mention to the owner on leaving, is that blackout curtains are needed in this room as the window is next to the illuminated sign which did not go off until 12 a.m. There is a road noise on the front. There was a damp smell at the bottom of the stairs on the approach to the room but Matlock is prone to flooding, so maybe at some time this is what happened and it can take a while to disappear I would imagine. Must add that there was no smell at all in the room. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would certainly return.

Dropped to the Red Lion last night whilst staying for a couple of days in Matlock. Lovely hotel and pub that was really busy for a Tuesday night with a nice atmosphere and friendly staff.I ordered the steak pie and my girlfriend had the three dish tapas. The food was delicious and there was loads of it Great.If you’ve never been ...go as soon as you can

A great place for a good solid meal out. The portions are huge and I really recommend the pies. Would have been nicer if the serving staff had worn masks though.

We were staying for 3 nights close by.Called in with our granddaughter age 7 and the staff were so friendly and welcoming.We ended up also eating there on the second night.We loved the meal, very hot, tasty and plentiful.Each time we called in, the staff could not do enough, just lovely.

Lovely Sunday carvery. Outstanding, friendly service. Will definitely visit again. Would highly recommend.

Really clean well run pub. We stayed 2 nights in a lovely big bedroom, the furniture was old and basic but the bed was big and comfotable, there was tea and coffee and the bathroom had everything we needed. Importantly it was quiet and we slept well. Added to this we found the restaurant provided inexpensive, well prepared food and real chips, not those sharp, dry frozen things that pass for so called french fries.A great base for exploring this lovely part of England.

Excellent service, great beer and delicious food. Cracking little pub with a lovely atmosphere. Best steak and ale pie my husband has ever had - and he's sampled a few ...

We were on holiday in Matlock and the Red Lion was practically on our doorstep. Whether popping in for a quick pint or a meal we couldn't fault it. A very clean and well run establishment. All the staff were friendly and welcoming, nothing was too much trouble. They even brought fresh water and treats for our Jack Russells.

We met some old friends outside, at this pub & restaurant. The weather included some heavy downpours and we decided to decamp inside, though the coverage of the table umbrella was pretty good. Inside was nice. The staff were pleasant and friendly and the food was nice. I am glad we went.They brew their own beer and make their own bread too, so that was a plus. :-)

We stayed for 2 nights in the deluxe king room. Decor was a little dated, but was in keeping with the age of the building I guess! All staff members were pleasant, helpful and easy to talk to. We had breakfast both days and an evening meal. Everything we had was well cooked and very tasty! We would definitely return

Ate here whilst we were staying in Matlock. The pub itself is tucked away off the main road so you might miss it if you drive past. The staff were great and it served a nice pint, always a bonus. We ordered and the food took about 15 - 20 minutes to come. When it did you could see that it was freshly cooked and there was plenty of it. The food was lovely and we couldn't finish either of ours. If you are looking for somewhere in Matlock for a nice pint and some food then definitely give this place a go.

Lovely Sunday lunch. Great friendly service and really excellent ales brewed at the micro brewery. The Moot Blonde ale was really good, so much so that I decided to try the Golden ale that was equally as good!

Absolutely top class meal and service the picture of a Sunday dinner doesn't do it justice. It was amazing tastefully prepared hot and absolutely perfect for me my wife and mum. I would not hesitate to go back again for food.

Tried all of the beers brewed on site and they were superb. We ate here one night having a grilled steak and a steak pie. Both were just average so a bit of a let down.

Food and service is second to none. We ate there every night we were there. Sunday roast well what can i say best one we have had cant wait to go back when possible.

Excellent Sunday roast, good value, three choices of meat served with six veg,good social distancing and service.

We stayed here for two nights, fantastic place very clean, the breakfast is superb and so are the evening meals, we had two steaks cooked how we asked, table service was brilliant, thanks very much Norma ? Lovely room and fantastic shower, great location for a stroll into the town, free parking and the best tasting beer . Thanks again would recommend.

After visiting a very busy Matlock we searched for somewhere to have lunch. A great pub, serving the best Sunday roast I've had in a long time. The gammon was delicious, the veg cooked to perfection and plenty of it! All for 8.95 per person. Only downside is that we don't live close enough to frequent it on a regular basis.

Stayed in the hotel, ate in the restaurant for dinner and breakfast.Rooms were spotless and comfortable. Showers were easy to use with fantastic water pressure.All staff were lovely and accommodating and the location was fantastic! Just a short walk from the town.Good selection of gins in the restaurant and the breakfast was incredible and plenty of it.

Went in twice and the food was good and the service great,nice pies and the twice cook chips were lovely.

Our first weekend away during the Covid as was recommend this lovely place by our host's.We loved it from as soon as we walked in.Lovely atmosphere, employees and employers.We definitely would recommend this place to anyone visiting Matlock. We was definitely made to feel welcomed

Lovely old building and nicely decorated rooms but absolutely no consideration to social distancing in bar by staff nor locals who were drinking in there. Breakfast tables too close, not even a metre apart, tables already laid with cutlery and salt and pepper shakers were dirty so definitely not wiped between users. Waitress no mask and stood too close. Shame.

Had the Sunday roast, pie, fish sharing platter and bbq pulled pork burger all of which were delicious. Order gravy as tastes fantastic with chips.

Stayed 2 nights here at the weekend. Excellent staff and room. The bar and beer garden very well organised to maintain social distancing. Ate here Saturday evening and the food was excellent. Nothing was too much trouble. Would highly recommend

During lockdown I just fancied a pint of real ale. Searching the sites for real ale I discovered the Moot Oak Micro Brewery. After an email exchanged Lee convinced me to try their bottle conditioned ales. Assured they were good, I choose the Phil Er Up 4.0%. And Giddy Edge IPA 5.3%The brewery is tucked away at the back and observing all social distance rules I was able to peer into it and even though compact it looked well ordered and I think expansion will soon be needed. The beer is very good, and both had full but rounded tastes that only conditioned or cask can offer. Often small breweries overly complex their beers, over hop or try weird combinations to appeal to the modern craft taste but not these ones from Moot Oak. These ones seem well balanced and very satisfying,and very suitable to me. Perhaps the very hilly cycle ride gave me an extra thirst but anyway I highly recommend getting a take away beer from here. With beer like this the pub ,The Red Lion must be worth trying when lockdown is over.

Lovely pub and delicious food, and Lee is a great host very friendly and obliging been there several times and have recommend to friends , nothing is to much trouble i will be going again, in my opinion i rate the pub and food 10/10 .

Stopped by for the carvery tonight food all good but my god the blonde lady behind the bar really needs to learn about customer service and how to smile, not sure what her problem was but I don’t think she wanted to be there and it showed.

hooray a pub that serves a sunday roast after 2pm on a Sunday we called in at 4pm and got a table for the carvery and very good it was too all at a fair price they also have their own home brewed ales which were good although a shame no dark real ale was on.

Friendly staff, very good food and excellent beer brewed on site. As of writing this review the opening times listed on Trip Advisor are incorrect, but this has been pointed out to staff.

Another great weekend in the red lion, top pub serving great beers and food, really good atmosphere in this place proper pub with proper local trade , rooms are great and good value, enjoyed lee and Phils company all weekend , Cheers Nigel & Denise

Staff and management very helpful, drinks and food well price with great variety. Room lovely and clean with everything required for our stay! Would definitely recommend food and accommodation look forward to visiting again!

What a terrible place to visit!!!!!!

Choice of meats, fresh veg and lots of accompiments all at a reasonable price. Welcoming atmosphere, great staff and a good pint. What more could you want? Thank you.

The atmosphere in this pub was lovely. The landlord welcomed us warmly and we enjoyed a pint or two. Unfortunately food was not being served when we arrived but the food had been highly recommended to us.

We popped here on sunday after reading the reviews...it was full but they managed to find us a small table in the bar area .. al the restaurant tables were reserved but only half were in use whilst we were there... the food was stunning ..faultless .. just the way I like it .. no signs of oil or fat . This was a carvery ... lovely atmosphere.. will look forward to next time

It is not just a pub and restaurant but should also be classed for its accommodation.The room was lovely, the staff very friendly and helpful, the location very convenient for town. The food was excellent, the breakfast bigger than I could eat, we ate in one evening and the steak pie was absolutely amazing. The beer from their own micro brewery was an additional bonus. We will definitely return when next in the area.

Went there a couple of times as recommended by our b & b and the food is great. Good quality, generous portions and very good value.

We were welcomed and treated very well. The gentleman in charge was so helpful and treated us oldies with respect. Thank you Lee. We would recommend the food and as we prefer a carvery this was excellent. We would recommend this pub to everyone.

Another great stay at the red Lion, perfect weather, had a great Sunday lunch (probably the best carvery you will get )Phil & Lee always on hand for anything you need or just a chat , try it when you’re in Matlock ps great beers

Stayed for a couple of nights and had a pleasant stay with friends. Room was adequate but bathroom in room four was on the small side. Eat in one nice and we all had decent meals. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent. Range of beers in the bar was first class too.

Delicious pub grub and all 5 of us enjoyed our selection. Doesn't seem to look much from the outside but well worth going in for a meal. Good service and decent value.

We were recommended to come here by our B&B; as it was just down the road. Really lovely home cooked food, good beer, a great selection of gin and delicious ice cream. Lovely service and atmosphere - this is a proper pub and well worth a visit.

Great pub , fantastic food and good beer , very handy as well for me as very close to castle green B &B; where I stay , very pleasant staff and a lovely garden and very cosy and spacious inside , always go when I stay

Myself and my family called in for dinner and from booking over the phone to arriving and the whole time we were there we were made to feel very welcome. The food was really good and very reasonable. The landlords son (I didnt get his name) and the Mexican lady (again I forgot to get her name) working in the restaurant were so friendly and chatted to us throughout. Will definitely be back. Great time was had. Thank you.

Came here each evening during our 5 night stay in Matlock. Very friendly people with good atmosphere and good beer brewed on site.

We visited the Red Lion having booked a table, which was unnecessary as the restaurant was pretty empty. The service was excellent and friendly. My wife had a burger which she enjoyed. I had a fish cake starter which was mainly just potato. My main was a steak which was okay.

We liked the ales brewed locally and the staff were very friendly. We called back and both of us enjoyed the Sunday carvery which was good value for money. We will be back next time we are in town.

Great staff, food, great slection of beer and really nice atmosphere. Close to Chatsworth and other places to visit.

Ten out of ten- would thoroughly recommend. We visited as a group of five for Sunday dinner. We were made so welcome. The food was spot on and the service was great.

It is a treat to have Sunday carvery at the Red Lion. Choice of three meats or a mix of them and plenty of fresh veg. Not a frozen pea in sight. Home made desserts if you have room. Booking virtually essential. Relaxed atmosphere.

3rd visit here , and 2 more booked for this year , it’s a great place to stay an excellent menu, the food is very good and the carvery is great value, the rooms spotlessly clean and comfortable, the locals are all very friendly and it makes for a nice atmosphere, Phil the landlords and lee are always up for a chat and are full of info about Matlock, 5 stars from us .cheers Nigel & Denise.

Every visit we make we have to go the red lion. It has a really welcoming feel to the place. The staff are really friendly too. Although we didn't have food, the restaurant was busy, which is a great sign. They have their own little micro brewery of which the husband had a few tries and said the beer was lovely. We are returning to matlock in August and the red lion will certainly be getting another visit.

We stayed here for one night and instantly loved the place based on how friendly everyone was; staff and customers. The room we were allocated was perfect and had everything we needed. Our evening meal was lovely and afterwards we were given helpful directions and recommendations on where to visit when we went for a wander into town. The following day we enjoyed a lovely full English breakfast and again given ideas on walks and places to see before we travelled home. We will most definitely return!

My son and I stopped here for lunch as it was getting late and many places stop serving at 2:00 p.m. The pub was quiet and but the lady at the bar said that food was still being served so we quickly ordered drinks and two lasagnas with a side plate of chips.

Finest Food, Service with a smile, and great Beers. You cannot ask for more!!!

Our second visit to Matlock and the red Lion, had a great weekend the Xmas market was on and is well worth a visit, if you do make sure you stay at the red Lion, a lovely friendly place, great rooms at a very good price, food is excellent especially the Sunday carvery which is very popular with the locals good value at £8.95 and very good standard, phill & lee great hosts and will give you a warm welcome and serve you a good selection of beers , we highly recommend this hotel. Thanks again Nigel & Denise.

What a lovely clean and friendly place. We had a one night stay here and it was cosy and welcoming. Breakfast was lovey as was the light lunch we had. Five minute walk into town. We definitely reccommend staying here

Went for Sunday lunch to red lion for the first time last Sunday and we were not disappointed. There was a good selection of meat with turkey, beef and ham on the menu and all the veg and trimmings you would expect to go with it. We thought it was very good value for money. When we went the pub was very busy so it would be advisable to book.

Had a bar meal, went in looks like village pub, locals covered in straw, riding round on stake boards, but don't let this put you off, the home cooked was amazing, main meal about 9 pound beautiful cooked and presented,

room clean the breakfast was very good.The owners son made us feel very welcome the bar staff were very helpfull

Popped in a few times for an evening drink, made to feel welcome. The beers are good. Stayed for dinner one night, menu very good, food plentiful and tasty. Good value. A nice pub.

My Husband and I were staying in a B&B; close by and the owner recommended the Red Lion for our evening meal, (she was going herself the same night), we were welcomed by the friendly staff, and seated straight away, we ordered the drinks and then chose from the menu, my Husband had the pie and I had the burger both were very well presented and best of all tasted delicious, we were too full to have a desert. Would recommend to anyone staying in Matlock to give it a try.

If you're in Matlock and don't want to go far (and particularly if you're looking for somewhere dog-friendly) we can thoroughly recommended this place. The mushroom bruschetta is delicious, steak pie is big and hearty, the stuffed chicken breast in tarragon sauce extremely tasty.

Steak was cooked perfectly, myself and brother tried something new and enjoyed it fully. Service is good quality and they make sure you receive all you asked for. Really good for a family meal out :)

We were a party of six and ate here twice during our stay. Huge menu, food is superb - and plenty of it! Bring a good appetite with you. Staff were all friendly and helpful.

Great food, generous portions and service was perfect. I would stay there again if I returned to the area. Thank you for making our stay so good.

we had a meL at the Inn some years ago now and returned yesterday for sunday lunch during a leisurely drive through the area. the meal was simply faultless. the staff superb Nd a credit to the place. we will definitely return.

This pub was a great find with excellent real ales, a lovely beer garden and friendly people running the pub. We had a joke with the chap who was running it about it being the best carvery in Derbyshire - well he was wrong, it was actually better than that

Stayed overnight here while on a hen party. Fantastic place. Excellent service and food.very friendly and clean. Few minutes walk from the main area of matlock. Will certainly return.

We have just completed a weeks holiday in Matlock Green and visited the Red Lion three times for meals - two evenings and a Sunday Lunch (Fathers Day). The food is absolutely delicious - we had a great carvery on the Sunday with really wide choices of meat and vegetables at an excellent value for money price. On the two evenings we chose from both the main menu and the specials board - plenty of choice we tried a lasagne, pan-fried haddock, hunters chicken and katsu chicken with bbq sauce - they also have a cheesecake of the day - white chocolate and lime was particularly lovely - everything was 100% on all three occasions! Coupled with great customer service from our waitress, who was friendly and efficient, and the bar staff we were made to feel really welcome. Our experience of this venue really added to a perfect holiday! Would advise booking for a Sunday lunch as seemed to be very popular with locals and visitors alike! Thank you The Red Lion!!

nice local pub,friendly ,dog friendly nice beer garden.very busy on the food side too.smallish car park to rear takes about ten cars,plenty of beers to choose from too .pool table ( 50 p) and darts think best book table for dining as seems to be very popular.