Soar Bridge Inn Restaurant in Charnwood

I had the Lamb Tagine with flatbread. The flatbread portion was pathetic. It was about the size of one palm of my hand. A relatively nice meal, spoiled by stinginess!

My partner and I ordered different meals off the menu and unfortunately both were tasteless apart from the taste of pure grease that stayed with us for the evening leaving us feeling unwell.

We popped in for lunch after a walk with the dogs as they are welcome in the pub. Food was delicious, the pie was fantastic! Good selection of drinks too, staff very welcoming, we will be returning.

We visited for Sunday lunch for a birthday celebration. The pub was earlier in the year taken over and is under new management and has had a refurb too. Service was excellent throughout, attentive and friendly. Most of our party had the Sunday Roast Beef and Roast Chicken meals - the food is homemade and freshly cooked. Plentiful deliciously cooked beef and chicken breast wrapped in bacon served with stuffing and a chipolata sausage wrapped in bacon. Proper roast potatoes, parsnips and a large yorkie pudding. Chefs gravy and plenty of veg for the meals - a medley of cabbage, broccoli, green beans and carrots, plus cauliflower cheese and red cabbage which were all delicious, and a jug of extra gravy. One of the party had a king prawn linguine was great too. The sticky toffee pudding and raspberry and white chocolate bread and butter pudding both with custard were delicious too. Excellent meal and great value at £14.95 for one course and £18.95 for two. Definitely will be coming to eat here again great proper home cooked food. Recommended booking as we did. The restaurant and bar area were full.

I won’t to take the extra bit to say out of all pubs the bridge is the best place to visit for food drink and atmosphere flow and team go out there way to make you feel so special 10 star review is needed as a pro boxer I have been some super restaurants in past but this beats all the other villages

Went for Sunday lunch today food was beautiful! plenty of it looked and tasted great! service was on point from the waitresses to the bar. Nothing was to much check backs were done ! Highly recommend

Meals very good.especialy sunday roast.staff very efficient.

We had an excellent Sunday roast that was beautifully presented and served by very friendly staff. Highly recommended.

Didn't have food on those occasion bit everything else is spot on

I used to work at the Soar Bridge 30 years ago so going back is always a little weird It’s recently been renovated, and chatting with the team there more work is underway Pros The food was delicious, four different meals in the table all were piping hot and very tasty, and portion sizes are not to be grumbled at Cons We were sat in the main bar rather than the back room and where were were sat was a little cramped and noisy as we were directly under the speaker Observations Service is not quick BUT I stress this is not a problem with the freshly cooked food that comes out, if you are looking for “spoons” speedy 5 min meals this is not the place, if you want a really nice meal, be patient and you will not be disappointed I had the Cowboy Chilli and it was amazing, personally I could have taken more spices, but there was a lovely spicy undertone. I would love to have rated this 4.5 but I can’t do 1/2’s and the reason for it being a 4 not 5 was where we were sat Costs, 4 starters and 4 mains, just over £20 a person so very reasonable for the quality of meal you get We did book but it was busy when we got there and they had had a few walk in’s but being sat in the dining area not the main bar would have been more appreciated as we had booked Will we go back - 100% yes

We booked in for 1pm sat down straight the way First time for food since it's been took over the food was absolutely amazing and very good value for the money

Excellent ham and eggs lunch in very pleasant surroundings. Service was brilliant.

Had starter and main for first time yesterday and the flavours where something else good quality gonna be now my go too

We went for Sunday dinner and it was so nice and tasty. Pint of Guinness was so good too.

Great food great staff Great beer couldn't ask for more highly recommend this place ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Held a 50th birthday party here. Great venue, staff so friendly and helpful, didn’t sample the food as I took my own buffet but they do provide this service and reasonably priced. Drinks a good price too. Flo was amazing.

Great pub amazing atmosphere definitely coming back would highly recommend coming here 5 stars

Great food and drink kids play area bouncy castle

I had my mother‘s wake at the Soar bridge Inn Laura had set the room up lovely just how I wanted it. and the buffet was done by Carole it was amazing. Sausage rolls and cream cakes hit the spot. Would recommend for any event.

Went to a family wake very sad day

Bouncing castle out back very good and decent seating area. Needs a bit of tidying up generally

Great pub We come here regularly, the staff are so friendly and welcoming. Definitely a family friendly environment The new people that have taken over have done such an amazing job with the place since when the last people that ran it a few years ago. Well done

Back to the way it was (I hope) Only been in once since it's makeover and new management

Nipped in for a cheeky jar or two... very busy, however served swiftly. Asked a few staff members about the area, directed us to a nice walk down the canal. After said walk decided to return... the manageress took time to introduce herself and talk about us ...not what's on offer, what promotions are due.... definitely will return

Closed despite Facebook, Google, etc indicating the opposite. If you’re closed, update your opening times online!

Didn't have food. Friendly staff nice atmosphere

We went for a surprise 50th party, private dos are in what looks like to be the old skittle room as it was long and narrow. Fit easily 50 people in, which gave a good atmosphere. The bar and toilets are a short walk from the function room. Staff were friendly, If you're looking for a function room I would recommend.

UPDATE: Very pleased to learn that Everards are seeking new tennents for this village pub. All the old ale drinking regulars will be counting the days down, the pub has been missed by all but society's dregs who've made it their own. Lets hope new tennents understand the meaning of 'Community Pub!'

I took my 93 year old Mother for lunch. She chose the carvery deal (£10 for main and dessert) and I chose the faggots. Both meals were absolutely delicious and good value for money. Very pleasant atmosphere. Staff were attentive and VERY pleasant at all times.

This is our local pub and we love the atmosphere and seeing so many familiar faces when we pop in for a pint

Vegetables were cold, the roast potatoes I would have been embarrassed to serve them , service was terrible, wouldn't recommended the place

Group skittles evening with hot buffet. Might not suit everyone but a good evening I think.

Went for the music which was fabulous A great evening out and the drinks didn’t seem expensive

Lovely pub went for Sunday roast enjoyed very much and reasonably priced would recommend.

Hired for a celebration recently in the function room. Was fabulous. Staff excellent. Let us do just what we wanted. Couldn't rate it high enough. Perfect for all celebrations. Staff offered to clear up after and put tables back but we insisted on clearing up and leaving just as we had found it. Couldn't fault at all. Thank you Soar Bridge Staff.

Proper old fashion traditional public house with a skittles alley, what's not to like!

Had a wonderful carvery today - meats were lovely and we particularly loved the roast potatoes! Crumble ran out which was a shame, but overall a lovely Sunday lunch. We'll be back ☺️

Busy village centre Everads pub. Nice that food was on all day today (Saturday) and served with a smile. Slight issue with our vegan meal but resolved amicably and was better than the usual boring vgn burger (was a nut roast). Friendly locals, would return

Booked a table for 1pm in the restaurant.. didn't get food till 1.45 . preordered dessert with mains ...ran out of crumble..got the impression that the bar orders of food took priority over restaurant .. will go again as good value but will book for 12 noon to make sure to be served quicker and sure of dessert choices,..

Huge thanks to the Soar Bridge Team for making our Wedding Day so very special. The function room is so pretty, and nothing was too much trouble. Would highly recommend.

Excellent food and service thanks

Wednesday lunchtime, £10 special 2 course menu for retirees, bostin’ portions of good quality fresh food. Will be visiting again for our monthly treat!

Only dropped in briefly on a Wednesday bike night. Didn't sample food, but nice place, friendly bar staff.

Dog friendly, lovely Sunday roast,

So friendly and a welcoming atmosphere, love the place and landlords

Big thanks to the staff Very professional and very friendly. Lovely food , we had the carvery. Plenty of meat which is rare. Great choice of vegetables. Would definitely recommend. And will definitely be going back.

Had a fantastic carvery. Food was cooked to perfection. Staff friendly and welcoming. They were patient with my grandchildren. Will be returning soon.

Very good steak pie and a nice pint of Original.

Lunchtime visit and quite busy. Excellent food and fast friendly service. Very relaxing atmosphere. We will certainly return when next in the area.

The food was very nice, but the service was abysmal. Had to repeatedly ask for drinks, had to fetch own cutlery, struggled to get salt and vinegar, generally service required an experienced person to oversee service.

Hosted my daughter's christening party here, everyone had a great time and the buffet was beautiful and delicious

Popped in on spec Easter Monday very friendly staff good range of beer and Cider upon asking the only food seemed burgers, which I can't eat. However they said Ham, egg and chips was an option. We opted for that. When it arrived it looked great with a very nice side salad. The staff were very attentive the food was really delicious and it looked so good. So nice to find such a gem

Lovely Carvery and welcoming staff together with a very friendly chef serving, but please don't serve unchilled white wine. 😩

Met with friends who were on a narrow boat. Moorings nearby on tne river. Pub was busy with locals having drinks but we had a table outside, inside was fully booked for Quiz night! Good pub fare and local ales. Dog friendly and good GF & Veggie options

Visited today with our 3 dogs. Staff were polite and happy. Did not eat on this occasion, but the menu looked good. Everard Old Original was first class.

First visit since the new owners took over. We had the Sunday carvery which was delicious. All the staff were very friendly and nothing was too much trouble. It's a lovely pub and we always visit when in the area. Thoroughly recommended.

First visit, didn’t book but went on the off chance of getting a table for Sunday lunch. Was made very welcome and was shown to a table. Ordered food and drinks, plenty to choose from but we settled for a carvery. ( nut roast and normal). Excellent food and service. Staff also very professional. Will definitely be returning.

Me and my daughter and 2 grandchildren came for some lunch. The service was absolutely excellent so polite and friendly. The garden area is so good for the children. They have a bouncy castle and nice play area. The food was absolutely incredible for both us and the children. Portion sizes brilliant and the quality is excellent. Will definitely be regulars here now for our daily lunch and play date. Would highly recommend

Fab Sunday carvery, best I had in a while, definitely would recommend and will be booking to go again. It was hot, fresh and the meat was lean with no fat. The staff were friendly and although the pub was busy, the wait for the food was minimal.

We had a carvery it was hot and very tasty good value for money!!

Top pub for a Sunday afternoon drink

The team at the Bridge Inn looked after my boyfriend and his friends when they got into trouble in the rapid waters of the Soar last weekend on their yacht. They made sure that they had hot food and cold beer inside them. You simply must visit this pub when you are in Barrow Upon Soar.

Lovely staff, very chilled out. I could have fallen asleep because it was so comfy 🤣

Lovely Sunday lunch well worth the money.mash potatoes to die for very welcoming keep up the good work Lucy & Darren

Friendly pub with a big TV, a range of games to entertain the children and a nice selection of drinks. Close to the canal but no view of it which is a shame. Would go again.

Great service, warm welcome and great beer!

Although quite full we didn't feel welcomed. First time in this pub and no one mentioned they hadn't seen us before, you would expect the staff at least to acknowledge someone new. Its supposed to be a village pub but on this showing it will be the last time. Perhaps it had something to do with the new owners being on the wrong side of the bar.

After a lovely walk across Barrow Slabs (if you ignore the pylons), you can find the Soar Bridge Inn. All I can say is: I was seriously impressed. The lunch menu was simple but the food, service and value were all great. I will return for sure.

When there for bike night weather not brilliant only a few bikes turn up but saying that had a good time there had the pub meal of the night hot dog and chips very nice wash down with a pint .staff friendly and polite will be going to the next bike night hopefully weather will be better see you all soon

What a lovely place! Went in on the off chance on a Sunday afternoon. Unfortunately restaurant was full, so they said happy for me to eat in the bar. Got a table, settled in, had a drink and chilled with my 8 month old. Lovely atmosphere and really welcoming. Various reasons meant didn't end up eating, but the locals happy to recommend somewhere else. Sometimes you can feel intimidated in village pubs when you're new, but this place was really lovely. Friendly staff and will definitely be back to rey the carvery and the orange and passion fruit cheesecake! Good baby changing facilities too so extra points!

I took my 92 year old Mother for lunch. She had the roast dinner (pork) and I had the steak and horseradish pie. Both delicious. Described as light bites but more than ample portions. They were very busy so we ate in the bar which was fine. All the staff we met were friendly and welcoming. The place has been freshened up with very pleasing decor and the toilets were immaculate. A real village pub vibe. Would happily recommend.

Manager spoke to the new staff badly

Went for Sunday Roast for Mothers Day. One of the last party of people (6) to arrive. The meat was beautifully cooked and freshly cooked vegetables brought out, Everything was superb. It was our first visit for a meal since the pub changed hands. The landlord was carving the roast- which he did well. Desserts were also very good The staff were lovely and looked after us well. Well done all of you.

100% great food ,beer and hosts

Change of management, been in a few times, not very friendly. No sign of new people behind the bar. Will return in a couple of weeks to see if there's an improvement.

My partner and I went for a Sunday roast. The owner was serving the carvery and was super friendly. The food was fantastic, I had the roast pork. I wish the new owners all the best, it’s fast becoming my favourite local. All of the staff (bar and restaurant) and so friendly and courteous. It seems very busy and lively there when we go. Congrats to all. You’re all doing a superb job.

Went for my cousins birthday. Really nice pub with good ales!!

Lovely village pub with a great atmosphere and warm welcome

Food was below par. Very slow service.

Lovely afternoon in the skittle alley playing amongst our garden club friends. Friendly and fun for our Christmas get together.

Very tasty lunch and service was excellent

We needed assistance regarding wheelchair access and the staff made sure we were comfortable and had easy access to a table that they raised so the wheelchair fitted under. Food was cooked freshly and of a good standard. Staff were considerate and patient although they were busy. We will definitely return.

Lovely little pub! Great food and great service!

I took my friend and she absolutely loved it the food was lovely the service was 1st class will be going back soon .

Proper pub with proper food and a good pint! Dogs allowed too! Perfect!

Excellent service, good quality food and beer. Not too expensive.

Good food and value for money affordable

Delicious food. Friendly staff. Coped very well with a large party for an 18th birthday.

The food was lovely and staff are friendly

Really nice pub close to the river. Nice selection of vegan options too. The black bean jambalaya is especially good.

Rude petty staff, thought the Chef was off hand and ought to be more professional. The draft lager was great and the food was good.

Fantastic food, cracking pint and a decent price

We visited the Soar Bridge Inn with our dogs when we passed through on our narrowboat. We had a friendly welcome and chose to eat their two course lunch for £9.49. We had a turkey dinner for our main course and honeycomb cheesecake for dessert. Excellent food and service and certainly value for money, the cheesecake was one of the best we’ve ever tasted. Would definitely recommend this pub and will be visiting again next time we’re in the area.

It's worth booking a table as it can get busy, especially on Skittles night, but we've managed to drop in for evening meal and get a table. It's also nice at lunchtime for meeting up with friends, before having a wander round the shops in Barrow. The food has been good both times we've been, and staff were friendly and helpful, and prices are good too! It's worth going for a walk along the lovely River Soar as it is so close by, but remember to move your car to the free public car park in the village as the pub is popular so the car park gets busy.

Great evening playing skittles. Ideal for group entertainment and food excellent.

Loverly beer Loverly people...ideal for visiting loughborough

Beautiful local pub. Lovley pub with friendly staff and great beers on tap. Food menu ticks all the boxes with favourite pub classics served. The pub is dog friendly with comfortable seating throughout and has bench seating outside. Lots of parking and easy to find. Can't recommend this pub enough!

The staff are so polite and friendly great pub many thanks Tony

Love love love this local. Amy + Rob & team are so so friendly and welcoming they make you feel like you've known them all so long. The atmosphere is amazing.

Beautiful Sunday lunch the best around ..everything perfect bar staff really nice and welcoming...Will definitely be back