Royal Oak in South Northamptonshire

Great pub.. Lovley and welcoming.. staff friendly and good beer

Arrived for lunch and was told it was closed for refurbishment. Wish people would update their websites!

Hadn’t visited this pub for a very long time. Was lovely to return, beautiful inside & a fab courtyard outside. The owners were extremely friendly & chatty. They couldn’t do enough for us. Lunch was amazing, food so good couldn’t fault it. So, very sad to hear the owners are moving on & the pub will be closing from this weekend. Such a loss to the village. We would definitely have returned if able to. We wish the family all the best for their next venture.

Sadly, the Saturday BBQ was very disappointing. Lovely looking pub. But the food was below par. Real shame.

Lovely country pub! The hosts couldn't do more to ensure their guests have a great time, I wanted a dish that wasn't on the Sunday menu, they cooked it for me anyway Thoroughly recommend

Very picturesque pub in a lovely little village. Very quiet when we went so we sat in the courtyard which was a great way to get out of the sun. Olive and bread starter was great, chips and onion rings were really good and the portions were huge! Chicken wings were a bit odd as they were battered. Staff were a bit busy watering plants and having lunch so took a while to get their attention but once we did they were really friendly

Visiting National Trust Canons Ashby House . The Royal Oak is just down the road in Eydon village. We had a great lunch there. A lovely old village pub with a great welcome an interesting menu and great food. Will go again.

Lovely pub and fabulous food and hospitality , will definitely be returning and recommending ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Excellent food and very helpful and friendly staff. Loved it!

My husband and I were looking for a country pub after an afternoon out at Canons Ashby. We came across the Royal Oak in the pretty village of Eydon. It's a lovely pub with lots of little rooms decorated in a contemporary style, plus several outside seating areas. The owners were very welcoming and service excellent. We had a Sunday roast and the food was excellent - delicious and well cooked. My husband said it was the best meal he had had in a long time! There were quite a few locals in there which is a good measure of it's popularity. Even though its a fair way from where we live, we would return again. Would definitely recommend.

The Royal Oak at Eydon is a very characterful village pub. Unfortunately it was totally unprepared for a group of 8 people who had booked well in advance. The waitress did not seem to know the items on the menu either. There was a very limited mains menu, most of the party only had two choices. Although the staff did try to compensate for the lack of availability, their kindness did not outweigh the negatives. A few of us had to go with starter plus a side dish. The starter of mushrooms on toast with a side of chunky chips was delicious but the beetroot and goats cheese was very simple and the side salad disappointing. The burger options had no salad garnish and were nothing special. They didn't have 2 of our initial drinks choices, then only had 1 rhubarb gin left, Of the 4 choices on the main menu, our waitress dismissed the Slow-roasted Tomato and Basil Bake as "not my cup of tea" (that menu option would benefit from a more detailed description). There were only 2 portions of the chicken main available. When it came to sweet there were only 3 options and nothing tempted us, plus no Desarano for a coffee liqueur and no decaf coffee - just disappointing all round. The room was draughty too and one of our party was keen to have hot food but a salad was served with her main rather than the hot vegetables she requested. There were also mistakes with our drinks choices. On the positive side, our waitress clearly wanted us to be satisfied and tried to accommodate our requests. It's just a shame they weren't able to do that. However, we have since found out that the kitchen is about to be closed for refurbishment so that might explain why our experience on the night wasn't great. Fingers crossed things will be better in the future as it is potentially a great little village pub to visit.

Stopped for lunch with friends whilst in the area. Menu was pretty limited and several items not available. Club sandwich was very disappointing - was more like a BLT. Chicken burger was ok but chicken was very chewy. Interior was tired and in need of some TLC. Staff very friendly and welcoming. Based on the limited offering and the quality of the food, we wouldn’t go back.

Great draught beer. Sunday menu offered a choice of roast dinners or vegetarian pie. Big portions with a good selection of vegetables.

Small and friendly pub with warm and homely atmosphere. Not the widest menu but all food was hot and tasty and freshly cooked. Prices reasonable and friendly staff. Worth calling in if in the area.

Lovely little pub. Beer was good quality and friendly locals and staff made my visit.

Looked on line at the menu, which displayed a good amount of choices. Booked a table and attended at 8.00pm on a Saturday. Apart from two ladies in one of the side rooms the pub was completely empty. The menu had been reduced to FOUR starters, FOUR mains and THREE desserts. Being late in the evening, although disappointed with the lack of choices, we decided to make the most of the situation and ordered the Chicken meal. we waited longer than normal and eventually the meal turned up. The first piece of chicken was a bit tough but edible, after two pieces I tried a second piece but my knife wouldn't cut through it. The third piece was a darker colour, it was watery but didn't cut like chicken. We refused both meals, which I believe if I had consumed I would have been ill. We paid for the drinks and left. NB. On the menu the Sirloin Steak typed price of £20 had been overwritten with pen to £30. I had to put a rating of one star, although I would give it zero.

Thai pub is simply spectacular. The landlady is lovely and welcoming, the surroundings are traditional and well kept and the food is incredible. However, the yuppy villagers are disrespectful, pretentious and rude. They need to support this wonderful pub otherwise they will lose it. I will continue to supper it as much as I can.

Very rude staff. What a shame this used to be a friendly welcoming pub for just drinks or food. Whoever is managing this now is rude and has no manners. What a.shame.

Friendly service and delicious food. They had a big party in but our food arrived in good time, thank you

What could have been a disaster turned out to be an amazing experience. These guys went above and beyond to make our family of 12 some very happy walkers. So to set the scene, we arrived after a decent walk from Chipping Warden with some young kids on Christmas Eve. We had booked but there was a miscommunication of which day we were coming and they didn’t have a chef available due to a big party coming in later. So the owner a lovely lady stepped in and said she could make sandwiches for everyone, we thought that simple sandwiches would arrive but she made full on ham and cheese toasties with chips. We were all really impressed, and extremely grateful as it was a long walk back without food. There was a basic selection of beers but they had Doom bar and Neck Oil so we were happy. It turned out a lovely Christmas Eve surprise, so Thank you for going out of your way to accommodate us.

We visited NT Canons Ashby with friends and booked here for Sunday lunch having checked reviews. We were welcomed and a lovely young lady from Rumania and seated promptly at a table in a cosy snug area. Orders placed for Sunday lunch - beef at £18, pork and chicken ordered - £17.50 along with 3 pints of Timothy Taylor, one of Amstel and half of Land Lord. Food was hot and tasty. Total bill for 4 of us £92.65. Will definitely return.

Whilst visiting Eydon, a village where I was born some 76 years ago, I thought that it would be nice to visit the Royal Oak and have Sunday lunch. We were made very welcome and sat in Annie's Bar. I had the roast beef and Marion had roast pork, both were well cooked and good sized portions. It is nice to see that the pub has stood the test of time and still retains the atmosphere and charm of a real country pub.

Landlady very welcoming, and obliging. We had Sunday roast very good!!

lovely country pub. Great food and lovely helpful staff, well recommended

Group of us for Sunday lunch. We had a lovely time 🙂

Was literally there in this lovely pub for 5 mins waiting for a taxi …. Best 5mins in a pub with lovely staff! ❤️ Would 100% travel across Europe again just to finish a beer there.

We last visited The Royal Oak some years ago. We enjoyed our visit then so were looking forward to our visit on the evening of 26/10/22. To our surprise we were greeted by a new landlady named Maddy. She was polite and charming introducing herself as we were shown to our pre-booked table. Hand pulled beers on offer were Timothy Taylors Landlord and Sharps Doom Bar. My wife and I selected Landlord and were not disappointed. Our Grandchildren were happy with their cokes' The menu that evening was fairly short, but we were happy with it. After starters I settled for Fish and chips and the rest of the family burgers. The food, beer and service were good the pub itself was really nice. We will go back. Thank you Maddy for a very pleasant Evening. Best wishes Michael.

Quiet pint(or 2) after a local walk. Very pleasant.

Great food, great portions and really friendly staff.

Highly recommended, very friendly staff and locals, We immediately felt welcome. Food was very nice and excellent kept beer. Most of all the beautiful smile from the landlady would be enough to make any visitor want to become a regular.

I can’t thank the Royal Oak enough, we came here for dinner the evening before our wedding and Maddy really took care of our large group of around 40 people. Everyone loved the food and the service was above and beyond what we expected. Thank you so much for taking care of us.

Been to the royal oak a number of times recently, never disappoints, great food, service and bubbly welcome, we will be back very soon

Fantastic evening meal at the oak, cannot recommend enough, will definitely be back

Drop-in lunch time meal. What excellent food it was. Home made and wonderful friendly service which couldn't be bettered. I had the steak and ale pie which was delicious with chips. My wife had fish and chips was an excellent portion and very good quality. Followed by superb chocolate brownies. Two drinks. Cost approx. £40 - good value for such tasty food. Our waitress Shaini was so helpful and attentive and to be recommended.

Very good food and very friendly staff will go back there again

Excellent customer service and food! They handled a group of 20 or so of us really well. Thank you for an excellent evening out :)

Maddie and her team were very attentive professional and friendly Food (roast beef) fantastic will certainly be going back

Had a really great lunch. The fish was delicious.my wife had the chicken kebab which she loved and my daughter had the burger which also went down a treat 👍

We had a cracking Sunday lunch, friendly staff and great location. Strongly recommend.

We came here as a group of 24 the night before our wedding at Crockwell Farm just up the road. The team were very accommodating and managed our large group extremely well! Food was tasty and hot and everyone enjoyed it. Will definitely be back...

Called into our local for the first time in ages on Saturday afternoon. As it was hot I ordered 2 pints of Amstel & Lime for myself & my wife, we don't usually drink Lager. This was completely undrinkable, flat & warm. If someone told...

Nice pub. Very friendly staff and excellent food.

Popped into the local for a pint and ended up eating. Went back again after family arrived and had dinner. Friendly land lady who is doing a Stirling job in very difficult times. Food fantastic, service superb despite them being busy. Had a great family...

Visited NT Cannon’s Ashby just down the road & was looking for somewhere close for lunch. Found this on trip advisor & decided to try it. What a lovely pub, really nice feel inside & a gorgeous little courtyard. Really excellent selection of beers on...

Great choice of beer but turned up at 6:30 on a Friday, queued to buy a drink, had to ask for menus. had to ask to order resulting in a very long wait for food. Fish & chips good but my chicken burger was ordinary....

Disappointing food - didn't appear to be freshly cooked. Hope it improves soon.

Best pint of Ale for miles. Popped in for a rest bite on a lovely Sunday afternoon walk in the area. The locals were friendly and the Beer was like velvet. Will be back for sure. Did not eat but it smelt delicious

Had lunch with a friend who lives in the village, Sunday lunch for 3. Booked table as had heard how good the food was. One slow roasted sirloin, one pork and one turkey with several delicious veggies, roast and New potatoes, giant crispy Yorkshire, extra...

We went for Sunday lunch and I must say the roast dinner was fantastic. Lovely old country pub with freindy staff. I would highly recommend.

Took a chance on this place for Sunday lunch based on Google reviews. Having been disappointed with other pubs this was a welcome change. There was nothing to fault. There was a warm and friendly welcome, a good choice of drinks, excellent Sunday roast, fabulous desserts and coffee. Will definitely be going back.

Great menu and great service - everything beautifully cooked and piping hot. Have visited for dinner and Sunday lunch in the last month - both faultless!

Great cosy Village pub. Met a friend for dinner, was seated in lovely cosy room with roaring fire. Ordered 3 separate meals from the menu, fish andchip, burger and liver. Not long tp wait served by very pleasant Janet. Each of the meals were superb...

We cam here after a day at the nearby National Trust property. Service was prompt; pizzas were huge and delicious. My Gluten Free pizza was one of the best I have had. Also had a great gluten free desert. All really good value. The village...

Another good visit to the Royal Oak. Very warm welcome and good service all evening. Fresh, tasty starters of smoked salmon and prawn salad and squid with scampi. Interesting choice of mains - not the usual pub fare which is refreshing. There's talent in the...

Amazing food, well kept ale, and the staff were incredibly friendly.

Lovely pub, and same goes for the landlord and landlady. Felt very welcome whilst on our holiday and would highly recommend a visit to anyone in the vicinity. A++++

The Sunday carvery does not disappoint. Very generous portions with a wide selection of vegetables. I had the nut roast and it was absolutely delicious. Lovely country pub tucked away in Eydon, Northamptonshire. If you're staying locally, this is the place to go for Sunday...

Great little pub and God for when covid spy neighbours desist

Had one of the best meals in ages. Cooked well and really tasty.

Great country pub excellent staff very friendly good food

Went here last night and had a lovely meal, went off piste and had the Hake for a change (usually have Steak) and loved it. Very comfortable and a great atmosphere even in these strange times. Would definately reccomend.

Venturing out with caution in these strange times our visit to the Royal Oak for the first time in a number of years was a revelation. Clear signs directed entry to the premises, followed by a lovely warm welcome and attentive professional service throughout. When...

Went to the village of Eydon for a weekend anniversary getaway the village itself is idyllic and small so visiting the local pub was not a miss. The vibe the pub and the staff gave would happily see me visit it again and travel a...

As well as the nice food. I found the seats comfortable enough, liked the library book wall paper and log burner. Nice cosy place to visit on a grey January

Congrats to new team, bought good food back to Royal Oak. Living close by always liked the pub for a beer, it’s an unusual and very attractive old building with cosy side rooms - but rarely used as no food offer. I always thought was...

The new team at the Royal Oak have outdone themselves in terms of food and welcome and have breathed fresh air into this lovely traditional country pub. We turned up with 5 children and 4 adults and had the snug all to ourselves. Although they don't have a specific kids menu, they can do smaller portions of anything on their menu. From the starters, the cheese soufle was a particular highlight. The fresh lasagne was very popular. The roasts were all excellent - each one served with a huge Yorkshire pudding. My pork was delicious with perfect crackling and all very reasonably priced. We'll be back

Helen, Dan and Hollie just make the Oak better and better with every visit. We had a Saturday supper and the food was excellent once again. It is all tasty, wonderfully presented and excellent value.We tried something different with the Teriyaki Salmon which was accompanied by a hand made spring roll. All so tasty and a perfect portion size.Thank you for all the hard work - it’s always a great evening. Highly recommended.

We had a fantastic meal here. It started well. I had a double baked cheese soufflé which was just heavenly. Without doubt one of the best starters I have ever had. And I’ve eaten a fair few!! My husband had a very interesting corn beef dish, which he also enjoyed and our son had a well cooked and delicious squid dish. Our mains were equally impressive, we’ll cooked, with locally sourced produce when available. I had a really delicious haddock rarebit. Very flexible in exchanging chips for vegetables as well. Great choice of delicious desserts too! The service was friendly and efficient. We also appreciated the fine wine list, selected by SH Jones, a local vintner we rate. It also has a great feel. The decor is contemporary but in a style that suits the age of the building and there is a relaxed ambience. Thoroughly recommended and we will be visiting again.

We had a fantastic meal at the Royal Oak tonight , the staff, food and atmosphere were all excellent. Thanks for a great night

We went as a group of four close to the end of food service for a meal, and were not disappointed. It was delicious and plenty of it too! Couldn’t have asked for anything else, they were very accommodating and friendly. This is just down the road from us so will be going again.

Brilliant pub. Lovely, comfortable and cosy . Excellent food and super friendly staff. Doggy was welcome too. Highly recommend .

Visited for Sunday lunch and had a truly fabulous meal! Absolutely delicious roast with all the trimmings, I honestly couldn't fault the food! It was very busy but the service was still prompt and attentive. Great atmosphere with lots of locals enjoying a drink. I would definitely recommend!

We visited last Sunday with friends. I have to say we were bowled over with the atmosphere, service, ambience and..oh yes...THE FOOD! WOW!! My choice was Roast Beef. I also..ahem..tried a bit of the pork loin on the bone too. We travel far and wide in search of the perfect Sunday lunch and it is now ON OUR DOORSTEP! Dismiss the older reviews, its all new there and boy they could not try any harder! My meal was outstanding in every way. Plenty of it, lots of trimmings and utterly mouth watering. So, I took a couple of mates there last night for an early mid week dinner. I had liver and bacon. Mmmmmm! Lush! The Royal Oak is a must visit, trust me. If you are in a rush, please don't be impatient for your food to be lovingly prepared in what has to be a pretty small kitchen in this ancient building. Prices are very reasonable and, I have to say, are too low for what you get for your money. Clearly a growing business that is set for stardom, mark my words. And, now I've probably fritzed it for myself. The last time I did such a glowing review for a Cotswold restaurant I couldn't get booked in! Hurrah for The Royal Oak! Pity there is only a maximum 5 stars below, you deserve all TENS!!

Having recently acquired a property in the village, we have decided to have our Sunday lunch with friends in the Royal Oak. We ordered a pork roast, which was delicious!! We received a deliciously cooked pork loin on the bone, with perfectly roasted potatoes and parsnips, carrots, broccoli, suede, red cabbage and cauliflower. Topped with pork stuffing, perfect crackling and yorkshire pudding. Although the portions were very generous, it was so tasty, that we had to eat it all, with no room left for pudding. We all agreed that it was the best Sunday roast around!! And this says something, as we are all big foodies!! The boys loved their Timoty Taylor beer and the girls enjoyed the village local 'Cider of Eydon'. The staff was amazing as always! Highly recommended!!

We visited The Royal Oak at Eydon on a rainy November night but came away delighted that they were back serving meals. They have the assistance of a very talented chef, as all our meals looked and tasted amazing. The liver and bacon served with bubble and squeak was extremely tender and lovingly presented. The duck cooked two ways was fantastic, very tender with a tasty jus and pretty finishing touches on the plate. Our diners choosing the blade of beef thoroughly enjoyed this dish and the pate starter was also a firm favourite. The Apple Tart Tatin with vanilla ice cream had a delicious honeycomb crumb and there were rave reviews about the homemade berry crumble with extra creamy vanilla custard too. We found that the friendly and efficient waiting staff made it an absolute pleasure to be there. We were particularly impressed by the fact that they had dairy free and gluten free menus ready for us and the chef was aware of the dietary requirements even before we ordered. It was a lovely atmosphere in the pub, very cosy with fresh flowers on the table, and helped by having several smaller rooms so it was busy but we weren't distracted by other diners in the way that we sometimes are in a larger room. Top class restaurant food with lots of interesting menu choices, reasonably priced for the high standard of food. We really enjoyed our evening and plan booking again very soon! 5 stars all round!

We arranged to have dinner at the Royal Oak with our nearest and dearest the night before our wedding at Crockwell Farm just up the road. They don’t usually serve food on a Wednesday, but put on a fantastic buffet style dinner for us and we had a private room all to ourselves for about 16 of us. The food was seriously tasty and everyone loved it - would highly recommend.

We were spending a weekend in Eydon and decided to have dinner here, having thought the menu looked okay. It was much better than okay! My husband had the blade of beef and I had the curry board: as I don't eat meat, extra fish was happily substituted for the meat element. Both meals far exceeded our expectations: the cooking here is seriously good! Staff could not have been more helpful and pleasant and the well- priced short wine list was just what we wanted.

The four of us enjoyed a delicious Saturday lunch during our weekend away at Dodds Manor Airbnb. Food was fantastic, as was the Prosecco. They even made a fuss of the two pooches we took with us! Special mention for the chef who presented my friend with the most magnificent impromptu vegan lunch, and the waitress who was so chatty and helpful. If you’re visiting Eydon or just passing through, the Royal Oak pub is well worth a visit.

12 months since we had lunch with our Daughters god parents, so arranged to meet at the Royal Oak. First time there for over 2 years lunch was absolutely first class. Three of us had Calves liver and bacon, wonderful. Followed by fruit crumble and custard, food quality and service was top of the range. We will most definitely be back next year

We had Sunday dinner all 3 courses and as there were four of us all with different choices and it was perfect and what an amazing Sunday roast with all the trimming and the vegetables come with the meal. If you get the chance to go and have a meal and drink at the Royal oak its stunning. They are new people and wow what a difference Enjoy!!!!

Not far from ancestral home of Gorge Washington in Sulgrave, Northamptonshire. What better place there is to dine near there I do not know.Wonderful ambiance, fantastic food, perfectly presented.

We had a Saturday family supper here for the first time in a very long time as the food offering is back! It was just the job - really tasty, good value, ideal portion sizes and wonderful service. Highly recommended but book early!

Lovely venue and rooms,which we used for dinner before my daughter’s wedding,using caterers as the pub is not providing food.

Highly recommend this fantastic little place. Myself and 2 colleagues discovered by accident whikst trying to find Daventry. Well it's certain that 'fate' really is a thing. Do make an effort to visit if in this area. 5*

Due to a large number of us staying at a local farm for a wedding the next day, the pub agreed to feed us on the Sunday evening when they don't usually do food. (There were 18 of us) We still had a choice of 3 for each course, and everything was beautifully presented and tasty. Thanks.

Enjoyed our meal here after walking from Byfield. Very friendly staff. Other half had pork medallions and I had beef roast. Very yummy and both came with Yorkshire puds. Ate in little room away from the bar, very characterful pub. Veg and potatoes a little underdone for my liking. Salted caramel tart for dessert was amazing! Good quality beer. Will return. Very dog friendly.

We were a party of 20 on the eve of our daughter's wedding. As we were a large party we pre ordered our meal and were served in a private room. We were made very welcome and nothing was too much trouble for the staff who were all very friendly and efficient. Serving a room full of twenty people and getting the timing right takes good management. Our meal was generously portioned and really delicious.

Food looks good, but unfortunately does not deliver! They served us chicken wings with mint sauce WTH??. Nice staff shame about the food 3 * is to high but 2* is to low so 2.5*

Reservamos aquí la semana anterior y nos sentamos en la habitación que Annie's es un conjunto pintoresco de la habitación al otro lado del bar.

Elegí el Royal Oak para comer el domingo con tres amigos en el 16 de julio, ya que parecía un pub tradicional pueblo y lo más importante, porque me gustó el menú de almuerzo de domingo que me han puesto en su sitio web.

We gingen met hoge verwachtingen lunchen. Zeer laag geprijsd. Relatief kleine kaart. Eenvoudig eten. Maar echt eenvoudig. Vriendelijk personeel maar het het gevraagde brood pas brengen bij het beeindigen van de lunch is niet OK.

Wir sind zufällig hier gelandet und hätten es besser nicht treffen können: traditionelle Sunday Roasts, aber auch moderne Variationen der Klassiker in sehr guter Qualität zu wirklich erstaunlich günstigen Preisen in sehr schöner, uriger Atmosphäre. Hier essen sowohl Einheimische als auch Touristen (Canons Ashby ist um die Ecke).

Precioso almuerzo de cumpleaños!

Fuimos aquí hoy como un regalo para el cumpleaños de nuestra hija de 20 para el almuerzo. Como el tiempo ha cambiado el oub sentimos un poco de frío pero nos mostraron la habitación acogedora y la casera (bueno, yo creo que era la casera) puso en el calentador de aire eléctrico, que mantenía el frío. Teníamos el menú de almuerzo; 2 cursos para 12 libras, 3 cursos para 16 libras. Tuvimos la salsa de ajo crema de pesto con linguini y pegajosa toffees caseros budín con helado de vainilla de postre, también el cerdo chili hamburguesa y el chuletas de cerdo y puré. La comida era adorable, mi única crítica es muy leve que tuvimos que esperar casi 50 minutos para la comida para llegar en el cual nos estábamos muriendo. . . Pero la comida era muy agradable cuando llegamos.

Lovely birthday lunch celebration, very attentive staff, delicious starters and desserts, will definitely be going back.

Great pub, amazing food, and friendly staff! Everyone that works/goes here is super friendly and they also allow dogs which is a plus. Little terrace at the back of the pub for when it is slightly chilly + umbrella and tables out at the front too.

Great pub grub, located within easy reach of National Trust property Canons Ashby. Lovely staff, great with kids and an extra sausage with your mash if you ask nicely. Good selection of quality ales and locals dogs to provide entertainment....and big bowls of cashew nuts on the bar!

The Royal Oak was a big favourite a few years ago because of its great food, especially its Sunday Roasts but then it went off the boil after the Manager left. Under new management and with a new chef, it is very much on its way back again and it still offers a great selection of beers including Timothy Taylor's Landlord's Bitter. Food menu is a bit limited but they offer specials and the dishes are tasty and varied; it is well worth a visit as the staff are friendly and they offer good value for money

The young couple who run the pub have only been here since August and are doing an excellent job. Great food well presented and very good value. The meals we had were very imaginative with lots of flavour. We would go back again when in the area.

10/10 for food. 10/10 for service. 10/10 for a great atmosphere and cosy pub. The staff here are that generous that on both occasions that we have been, we have struggled to get a taxi and therefore they have given us a lift home. I highly recommend visiting this pub for some food and drinks.