The Badger Pub in Chesterfield

Visited on 2 occasions recently with Family and had their Sunday lunch, had seen them advertising on a neighbourhood app and thought would give it a go, on both occasions we had a really good experience, really friendly staff and good home cooking with generous portions, by mistake it’s the first place my daughter has had gravy and she even asked for it the second time we went, still won’t have it at home, we will definitely be returning once this second lockdown is over and will try on a week night as they appear to have some good offers on

Just been for the first time for Sunday lunch and it won't be the last! Even the small was a generous portion and everything was delicious. Fantastic value for money and lovely friendly staff.

I was in the area for a short break. The Badger was local, gave it a try and i am so glad that i did. Ended up eating there Thursday, Friday and Saturday night and Sunday Lunch. Was made welcome from the first time i walked through the door, all the staff are very friendly nothing is too much trouble. The food is freshly cooked, tasty, with generous portion sizes. Can not fault this excellent team. If your in the area give them a try. Overall fantastic experienceThank you very muchAndrew

Booked our engagement party here as there is a marquee, nice function rooms recently refurbished.Also had Sunday lunch which was a beautiful meal.BUT THEN..... we booked for 30 people initially then decided to take it down to 20 people.We were told by a member of staff the buffet was from £6.95 a head. We were quoted £9.95 as we had added a few extras such as chicken drumsticks and desserts which I understand but it was lack of communication all the way, no phone calls or information/updates we had to do the chasing which in my eyes is totally unacceptable.We wanted music in the marquee and was told that would be sorted...it gets worse!The day before the booking I received a lengthy text from the co owner/cook stating they had decided they couldn’t accommodate us as we had stated that there was going to be over 30 people and due to covid restrictions that is why I received the text stating the cancellation... a member of staff informed me that it said 20 people in the diary and yet on the day a lady co owner said it still said 30... so which is it?My partner rang and spoke to the cook who I believe to be a co owner and remained very calm stating it was for 20 people to be told the other co owners would have to be consulted before agreeing for it to go ahead, remember this is the day before!!! After my partner chasing it up again we were told yes it was going ahead ... where did all that inconvenience causing stress and upset arise from?? Totally unnecessary and incorrect information.Then when we arrived , the bar was like Marie Celeste and a few times throughout the day I understand there are times the bar may be unattended say for glass collecting but when there is a function on surely this should be thought about on staffing levels or bar management.We were disgusted to find nothing had been done in preparation for the party, the marquee was dirty, no sanitizer in view when it was opened up, slug trails on the floor, tables looked dirty no effort had been made whatsoever Nothing put in place as regards the music, the lady co owner was very apologetic and tried her best to put things right..she brought out a small Bluetooth speaker, we said no we were told there was an amp but it wasn’t Bluetooth capability then they couldn’t find the leads, not to mention my partner had to carry the heavy amp from the pub into the marquee and set it up himself, on our day and in his best clothing .. why wasn’t all this put in place earlier in the day?? We were told we could have the buffet in the dining area as an exclusive area which was a nice idea but not when it’s used as a through fair to the bar and toilets by all. When the main entrance was the designated entrance due to covid 19 restrictions..So... as you can see the whole thing was a shambles from start to finish leaving us very upset,disgusted and disappointed on what should have been our special day ruined.The food was apparently very nice ( I didn’t even look as I’d lost all faith by now) but it was all too late to be salvaged the damage was done .

Lovely meal today. Great play area for the kids out back and more than generous portions. Thank you to Tracey and the team for the hospitality. We shall be back.

yes indeed.....brock the badger gives wonderful value.....josephine john and jean (known to us as 'allelulia'...this being a derivation of her surname: 'helliwell')…recently went for a midday meal......we were all completely satisfied with the excellent quality and quantity of the roast lunch...even john... who is known as a trencherman when it comes to food......perfectly roasted tender pork...with yorkshire pudding ..potatoes.... fresh vegetables.....and super gravy......absolutely DELICIOUS ...clean plates all round.....friendly service thanks to julie and trish…..if you are anywhere near chesterfield then this restaurant ….to quote michelin .... 'vaut le voyage' ...can thoroughly recommend 'the badger' ...excellent food....excellent value...friendly service....very pleasant surroundings ….just wish brock had a sett down here in bedfordshire

Sunday lunch is absolutely amazing proper home cooked food and you get more than enough local produce from a local pub ! Friendly service nice atmosphere and clean . Well worth the money best Sunday lunch I've had in ages

Just one of the worst meals I’ve ever had. Frozen veg and processed turkey. Meat and potato pie contained virtually no meat. Frozen fish that was not cooked enough.

Decided to go up to the Badger Pub for a spot of Sunday lunch, booked in at 2pm however we got chatting to friends in the bar so ended up dining later which was so good of them to accommodate, nothing is ever to much trouble, when seated our starters were lovely and mains perfectly done, no room for pudding but it was packed up for us to take home, probably the best £12.50 three course meal I’ve ever had real quality food and service.

Decided to try out the badger for lunch. And WOW was not disappointed. Friday special of fish and chips, mushy peas, salad on side, bread and butter, cup of tea and a pudding to boot. The fish was that large it only just went on the plate. Homemade chips. All delicious. Stumped had to take pudding home. Compliments to chef - Tracey Very welcoming - Keith and a lovely atmosphere.

The racket this hell hole of a pub blasts out every weekend is a disgrace. This is a residential area not a music festival. No consideration at all the residents of the area who prefer to not listen to your noise. The ONLY thing they care about is money in the till. Hopefully it'll be turned into a mini mart before much longer.

Visited the Badger pub today for a 3 course Sunday lunch, I had the garlic King prawns starter which was quality and my partner had the curry parsnip soup again very tasty, for mains we had roast topside of beef with fresh vegetables and proper home made Yorkshire puddings with rich gravy, there were three thick slices of tender beef and plenty of fresh veg, we were both too full for the desert so they kindly even packed it up for us to take home the manager Tracey and all the staff are friendly the level of service is exemplary, well worth a visit you will not be disappointed, complements to the chef.

We enjoyed our Christmas day dinners although we all felt the price was a little on the expensive side, but it was xmas day after all I suppose.We had several different starters between us and everyone was impressed with them. I felt the sprouts were a bit hard on the dinner but I know a lot of people prefer them that way so I cant complain really and again we had both the beef and turkey dinners which apart from said sprouts were fine and generous in portion as were the xmas pudding, Baileys cheesecake and to be honest I cant remember what the others had but there were other choices.The waiting staff seemed to consist of two ladies who did an admirable job and nothing was too much trouble for them so all in all a pleasant experience though as I said I think at £50 per head it was a little overpriced but nevertheless we all enjoyed it

A gang of us went for a Christmas Meal and it was fantastic, but far too much, no one goes hungry from there. It was cooked to perfection, the staff were brilliant and couldn't fault anything

We had previously visited the food took an hour but was great so we thought we would try it again. We arrived at 3:30 and asked if they were still serving food, we were told they were. By 3:50 we were ready to order after a few drinks. To be told that they stopped serving at 4....... it wasn't 4 yet. Turned down an order of 6 people including starters. Obviously don't want the business. Won't be coming back.

We visited The Badger today for lunch with a Group On deal and were not disappointed! I had the meat & potato pies with delicious hand cut chips! My Wife had a roast beef dinner with four different vegetables as well as roast & new potatoes! We both had rhubarb crumble with custard which was lovely! We will definitely be returning and be happy to pay the full price for tasty home cooked English food!

Food good and plenty of it,I had soup and home made pie with homemade chips and both lovely,other half had whitebait and Cumberland sausage that came with proper mash and both mains had onion gravy,yum,we will be going back again soon.

This pub has become a firm favourite, just wished we lived nearer. Each meal has been delicious, service on entering to leaving excellent.

We were given a group on voucher for for Christmas for a meal for 2 atThe Badger.

Lovely place, have eaten here on several occasions and don't have a bad thing to say about the place, has really been turned around from what it was last year.

Wife and I called in on spec for Sunday lunch after having evening meal at this community pub some weeks back. The welcome was fantastically old fashioned and genuine.

good home made food big portions value for money good selection of beer at a reasonable price very friendly staff

We went up to the badger Friday early evening. My partner and I ordered garlic mushrooms and chicken goujons, but were told they had run out of mushrooms so changed to nachos. These were both really nice.

Went to badger tonight with a Groupon voucher and must say we were pleasantly surprised. The food was lovely.. I have a great home made pizza and my husband had fish and chips with proper chips. The welcome from the staff was great couldn't do enough. In all a good night out ..thank you

Been to badger pub today for lunch had meat and potato pie home made chips was lovely the portion size was not for the faint hearted my other half had surf n turf best she has had great food with excellent service. Definitely would recommend

We decided to use a Groupon voucher to try the food at this community pub. We received a warm welcome from the down to earth, friendly host. The sun pouring in made it warm and friendly.

The Badger is a classic local Pub - No Aires and Graces, just Honest, Good Value Pub grub. We visited tonight for 'Pie Night' - A choice of Homemade Pie - We opted for the Meat and Potato - peas, and a Pint for £6.95. The Pie may not be the 'prettiest' of plates - but it is genuinely 'Homemade' and fabulous. None of your Freezer to Microwave stuff here, just huge chunks of the most tender beef you can get in a deliciously buttery pastry case. Highly recommended.

My friend and I visited The Badger four days ago after seeing their website. The menu looked good and there were illustrations of the delicious-looking "home cooked food".

Had a fantastic lunch here. The food was cooked freshly and just for us and they were even able to cope with my fussy wife (she was delighted for once!!). Lovely, friendly staff and a bit of a laugh to boot! Wow! Will be back!

We went on a summer's night with our son, daughter in law and granddaughter. The play area for children at the back is very good. We ordered food to eat outside but then it started raining and found that, without having to ask, a table had been set up for us inside. Food is average pub food but the play area and service is very good indeed.

We've been to the Badger a few times and the food and service were very good. Today was a totally different story. The food was warm at best, the chicken inedible, the pie totally overcooked and the service was terrible. Most requests were met with a sigh or grunt from the staff.

Excellent value for money on steak night, only £6.95 for an 8oz Ribeye Steak, fabulous home cooked chips & home made onion rings, mushroom, peas & tomato on the vine. Highly recommend a visit on steak night! Dessert only £2.50 for a great finish to our meal. Wide range of real ale available which is kept well and a good price.

chips were burnt and the sunday dinner wasnt great, meat was chewy and it came with a giant pile of rotten mash wouldnt recommend the place for food but its not a bad pub i would say though we had sponge and custard and that was very nice so might just have dessert next time

Soggy undercooked chips and the pie of the day (choice of three) looks like a small bought in one pleasant and quiet place with a nice pint on Saturday lunchtime. I know the pub's history and wanted to put some custom their way.

I would highly recommend this pub for eating, went here for steal night and it was brilliant value for money, plenty of nice home cooked food and had some children's meal which were just right, will be returning!!!

11 people for Sunday lunch is never easy to accommodate and everyone be happy with the food, but the Badger did exactly that.

took wife mum and dad 29/3/2016 for dinner 5£ each gammon dinner chicken casserole scampi let me say these were the worst meals ever to sum it up it was swill gammon was like one thin rasher of bacon evrything was horrible DONT EAT HERE

5 of us went for my birthday (50 - 85).

Me and my husband as had a Sunday lunch here it was really nice plenty of mash and home made Yorkshire pudding also had steak which was very nice.The pudding are also a bargain I had a crumble it was big enough for two people and it wasn't expensive would highly recommend this place

We have been to the Badger several times on a Sunday. The meals are all "home cooked" and the portions more than ample. In fact, most of us went for the "small" meal as in the past we had difficulty finishing the normal sized dinner. They are also served HOT which is something a lot of pubs/restaurants find difficult to achieve.