The Bronze Pig in Lincoln

Ignore the bad reviews, try it for yourself! AMAZING Taster night! Service amazing and informative, had some great Banter with the owner, loved it! 2 of our group did the wine flight,but myself and the hubster ordered a bottle of white and red. Was so happy when the Sauvignon came, as it was from a vineyard we visited in South Africe 4 yrs ago, and made it that bit more special! The Menu was personalised, and the whole evening was perfect. Will definitely be back!

Bland food. We came here on a Sunday lunch. We initially ordered 3 courses but 2 in and we couldn't face the third so cancelled it. The starter was bland, very little taste. We both ordered a pork roast for our main. This came out and wasn't roast pork. It was two cold pork steaks which were cheap and nasty. The roast potatoes were partially uncooked and hard and overall it was tasteless. We wanted something a little special than the average and thought we'd be in safe hands with the bronze pig. Unfortunately they've let their standards slip with cheap poor food. The waitor was working alone so didn't check back. We cancelled our desert and paid up vowing never to return. Drink was warm too. Only positive was the waiter was pleasant.

Booked this as a graduation meal, months before the event thinking it would be fully booked... walked in and it was empty (first red flag) We were seated at a table and the chairs were wobbly and the decor is very dated. We were then given the menu, which we believed to be a sample menu when viewed online as there were so few options (second red flag) was disappointed to learn that this was the full menu with no specials board. Ordered drinks, whilst waiter was getting them, we decided to leave (which we never do) and go home for a takeaway instead. To sum up, no atmosphere, awful decor and lack of options. Won't be back.

We arrived in Lincoln late, about 8:45pm, and restaurant closed at 9pm. They were only too happy to accomodate, and leave late. Giovanni, the friendly and loveable host, and the kitchen were absolutely amazing and served us one of the top 10 meals I've ever had. The flavour combinations and ingredients were heavenly. Giovanni and the kitchen let us sample their Blueberry Blondies, which were gorgeous. The wine and meal was amazing, all done at the very end of the night/shift for them. For starters we had the Salt Beef Reuben, beautiful flavours. I had the Beef, which was perfectly cooked and melted in your mouth, my wife had the vegetable terrine, amazing and we finished with the generous cheese board. Amazing food, lovely space and so convenient to the big attractions. HIGHLY recommend!

Classy restaurant with discreet service and delightful cuisine.Well situated and good value for money.

Absolutely wonderful in fact exceptional!! This little beauty is one we have never tried and would recommend this restaurant to everyone, lived in Lincoln all our lives and have always wanted to try but never got round to it but so pleased we have now got the chance and will definitely be going back, service was outstanding and the food was delicious, worth every penny! Well done The bronze pig👏 be very proud!!!

Quite disappointed with food ! Wasn’t expecting it to be this average compared to some reviews I’d read! Was supposed to be the highlight of our weekend but ended up the worst meal of our visit to Lincoln . We had Sunday lunch and the first impression was the head waiter stood outside on his vape at the entrance! On the window was stickers for old Michelin star ratings but they were from a while ago but we hoped the food was still of similar standards but alas no! We ordered the lunch of beef which was cooked pink which looked promising, the 1/2 carrot and broccoli and 1/2 parsnip were all far too undercooked and hard. The kale was tough and roast potatoes were very poor and looked old and soggy, as a chef myself I know reheated potatoes!!! Must say the Yorkshire pudding was delicious and very fresh and crispy, but sadly the meal lacked lustre . With the wine also overpriced at £14 a glass all in all it was a disappointment.

Oh where do we start … First impression was seeing the maitre d’ puffing on vape outside front door of restaurant. Oh dear. He walked in ahead of us and then we were seated. No hand washing. Had the roast beef - meat cooked nicely although not much flavour. Vegetables awful - undercooked and hard. Not Al dente - hard. Roast potatoes were terrible - looked and tasted old. Veg also sweet with honey which spoilt meal. Yorkshire pud and gravy nice. Wine expensive at £14 for large glass Malbec. Decor fine - clean & fairly spacious. Would not return or recommend.

Was so looking forward to an exceptional meal but that wasn’t what we received Knowing that this was Michelin starred quality we were of high expectations food was mediocre the best part of the meal was the salt beef starter . Having been to a couple of Michelin starred restaurants I was very disappointed . Service was poor as we had to ask for extra drinks and dessert menus then again asking for the bill when waiters were chatting Expensive average meal that we expected to be a real treat ( sad) This was a very special wedding anniversary that was very dissappointing

We have just had the taster menu here and it was amazing. The food was beautiful and the staff were so friendly. They explained what eaxh dish was and paired it with beautiful wines. We will definately be visiting again. Thank you for a lovely evening x

The restaurant is bright, bold and tasteful. Everything looks well placed and well thought out. Glassware and cutlery were wonderfully laid and not a blemish on them. We opted for the tasting menu and we were presented with our own personal menu which we thought was a nice touch. Our menu consisted of a courgette risotto, followed by beef Reuben, then a red mullet. A brief pause with a pallet cleanser. Then we had a belly pork with artichoke and it was absolutely outstanding! Just perfect. Then to finish we had a chocolate and banana finish which was like a deconstructed cheesecake with deep, rich flavour. There was optional petite fours and coffee but we had our fill. The host was very accommodating and told us of the dishes construction. We didn’t have the wines that accompanied the dishes but we heard each wines origin from other diners around us and it goes to show that the restaurant is really passionate about what they produce and where the wines and ingredients are sourced. The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly. We had a wonderful evening and would recommend it to anyone who enjoys fine dining. Dress code is smart casual. Thank you to The Bronze Pig for a wonderful evening! We enjoyed every aspect and appreciated your acute attention to detail!

Friendly service 3 course set lunch menu was nicely done and presented very well. Cocktails well made , with plenty of choice . Food was fresh and cooked very well , with quality produce and meats . Cheese board was excellent .

A decidedly average eating experience. Drinks arrived alongside the starters… sushi started was badly plated and bland. Salmon in main course was very well cooked but the rest of the plate was bland…. Lovely decor. I would say if you want a lovely surrounding definitely go….

A hard review to write …. Was the food nice yes …. Was the service good….. ish … often slow…. Staff attentive in the wrong way, never noticed if low on drinks, never offers a bottle of water.. had to be prompted, wine arrived after food … I think when a restaurant charges absolute top dollar you should get to dollar service. We didn’t . Pleasant evening, no desire to return

We had dinner on a Wednesday evening. Our waiter was very attentive and helpful. We had a lovely conversation with him about the name of the restaurant, The Bronze Pig, partly to do with the bronze boar located in the market in Firenze in Italy, one of the highlights of the evening. Our meal was impeccably presented including the starters, main course and dessert. As we had the lamb and the beef we had an excellent bottle of Malbec to accompany the meal. The food was delicious, perfectly cooked and seasoned. I was surprised that more people were not dining as we were one of two groups. If we resided in Lincoln we would without a doubt be frequent diners here. We mentioned that we were celebrating our wedding anniversary and it was only after we left that we realised we had been given our desserts on the house, so thank you, that is much appreciated.

Disappointing to have first visit here on Mothers Day. THE SIGNS WERE THERE! website still had Valentines Menu… I’d requested if I could pre-deliver sone flowers for the table, no response. WELCOME “Your table’s over there” mmmmmm I wonder which one…. “There’s only one that’s...

A really lovely meal, thank you. The food and matching wines were excellent and next time we are in Lincoln we will be back in a heartbeat. The only change I would make would be to add a slice of lemon to the gin and...

The restaurant was amazing, the staff were absolutely charming, professional and extremely knowledgeable! The meal we enjoyed was out of this world, the flavours were complex and exquisite, the best ever! We can't wait to return to this delightful venue!

We recently held a small scale private Wedding at the Bronze Pig, for 22 people in total. Pompeo the manager was extremely helpful: he couldn't go far enough to help us plan in our meal and other considerations. Having dined here several times before, it...

I went to The Bronze Pig yesterday for a meal. What can I say except from perfection, from starter to main and main to dessert plus the wine. Everything perfectly tasty and a lovely atmosphere. The scallops, Guinea fowl and apple & blackberry crumble are...

I honestly couldn’t fault this experience. Such a great place and the service was excellent . The food was faultless and if you’re thinking about going do it!

Totally outstanding from the service to the amazing food, best steak ever, wonderful atmosphere and drinks too…………..

Really great night. Had the Chefs Tasting menu and was blown away by the food, and experience. Chose the recommended wines for each course. Was great to be given info on each course and why certain wines were chosen. Totally recommend this to anyone

Well I can't actually review the food or the restaurant setting as we never made it. We are a small group of friends who once in a while like to enjoy a posh dinner and experience a taster menu...saw this place and it looked really...

Food was absolutely delicious (the seabass and cheese board with whiskey pairing was particularly tasty) and the front of house staff were exceptional. Staff were so polite and attentive without being intrusive as some restaurants come across. 100% will be returning.

We had the chef's tasting menu and it was absolutely fantastic. Everything was perfect down to the last detail, we could pick nothing about our meal, the hospitality or the surrounding that we disliked. They go above and beyond to make you feel welcome. Wine...

The Bronze Pig is my favourite restaurant of all time. The food is amazing, I always have the best meal of my life there & the service is wonderful. They are so friendly & accommodating. Absolute perfection!

I went in Jan 2023 for my birthday meal with a party for 14. The restauranteur Pompeo was extremely helpful with seating plans in advance and assistance during the evening. The menu, service and food quality was fully deserving of the highest grading and the...

Can I say a big thank you to Pompeo and his amazing team for the outstanding food, hospitality, care, attention to detail and kindness last Friday 13th towards our party of 10. Everything was superb. This was my first time at The Bronze Pig but...

Interesting place, food is very good and no complaints for the waiting staff. Sadly let down by the fact the owner was having an argument with a customer in the middle of the restaurant. It's probably not the best place to have an argument. The...

My dad and his partner had dined here for Sunday lunch previously during the August BHW when they were attending the Asylum Festival, and they wanted to come back to enjoy the A La Carte menu. I've lived in Lincoln for 10 years and have...

Fantastic food, great service and a wonderful host who squeezed us in at short notice, will definitely be back.

Booked a room for Saturday night, but restaurant was full. A vacancy came up for dinner and I was called by owner. The rooms are very cosy and an excellent very large bathroom with a great rainhead shower. The restaurant food was quality and very...

Simply wonderful food, beautifully cooked. Everything we had was fantastic. Warm and friendly hosts. Excellent service. Quite simply one of the best meals we have had in a very long time.

Wow what a truly amazing restaurant. We had the chefs tasting menu and every dish was delightful, the staff were attentive and very friendly. We stayed in the hotel which was lovely. Would highly recommend and will definitely come back

We were staying in Lincoln for a few days and ate at the Bronze Pig last night. This was a special treat for us. My husband had the pork rillette and I had the Korean beef for our starter. Both were delicious and the plates...

Had a wonderful lunch at The Bronze Pig. The food was excellent. The lunchtime options were few but I believe the evening menu is somewhat larger. My starter of mushroom risotto was delicious with a sprinkling of truffle. I was surprised with the large amount...

Gorgeous. Friday lunch stretched over an entire afternoon filled with delights. Merits the trip out any day and we will return. We are always in search of a worthy investment.

We shared a lunch with friends and the cost. We ( me and my husband) had a starter, two main meals and a dessert . My husband downed his risotto starter almost in one mouthful. The hake had what looked like small pieces of cabbage...

We had been wanting to visit this restaurant for some time and it was definitely worth the wait. The food was amazing and exceeded our expectations and the cocktails were as good as I’ve had in London. Staff were friendly and attentive and were quick...

We had a great time at the bronze pig. We ordered the chefs vegan taster menu and we were not disappointed, every dish was perfectly balanced and thought though, and came with pairing wines. The miso cauliflower with cabbage noodles was our favourite. The owner...

Went to celebrate with family and friends and am so glad we picked The Bronze Pig. The service was excellent and attentive, whilst leaving us the space to chat and catch up with each other. Our food was AMAZING! I had the scallops, pork loin...

We went to The Bronze Pig for Saturday night dinner and had a most fabulous meal. Everything was an excellent combination of flavours and textures to delight the palate and we thoroughly enjoyed every course as well as the excellent wine and finale coffee. Highly...

"Everything was fine" ..... no, serioisly it was outstanding. The restaurant is a convered house, and it is set uot beautifully, but comfortably. Service was impeccably polite, but the food... The food. I have never eaten so well, it was quantum levels over anything else...

Meal for four booked. The food was delicious and very well presented. The service was superb and we weren’t rushed at all.

I booked a table for my wedding anniversary evening meal . Overall my wife and I found the experience somewhat disappointing . I spoke to the owner the phone to discuss our dietary requirements but it seemed that no note had been taken of this...

Visited with my husband for Sunday lunch. Food was perfect, customer service excellent, would definitely recommend.

We dined there recently and we enjoyed every single part of it. The restaurant in itself is quirky and beautiful, the service very professional and the food an absolute delight. They know what they are doing and deliver on every plate. Thank you for a...

Lovely restaurant with superb food. Scallops and duck rillette to start followed by monkfish and fillet of beef as main and a semifreddo for dessert. Everything that came out of the kitchen from the bread and olive oil to the last crumb of dessert was...

We arrived for an anniversary celebration meal with high expectations having read previous reviews. We had pre ordered three taster menus with accompanying wines and one a la carte meal. The wine on arrival was Prosecco for three persons it arrived in two miniature screw...

Lincoln is so lucky to have this restaurant. We were on holiday in the area and booked in advance, which was just as well, because they seem to be booked well ahead. The food is excellent. They were busy, but the service was impressive. Not...

Had the 2 course lunch with roast beef for main. Have to say the roast was exceptional, very tasty! Would highly recommend for Sunday lunch and good price. Thank you!

We had the most fabulous chefs taster menu paired with wines last night. The atmosphere was perfect, the course’s were superb paired perfectly with the wines. Every course was explained to us by the most attentive staff. It really made my birthday special. Thank you...

Incredible evening Chose to have the chefs tasting menu with wines and it did not disappoint Everything was perfect, staff and host were very attentive, coming over when each course came out to explain ingredients and wine choice lovely decor and ambience in the restaurant...

Fabulous meal and exceptional host. We both plumped for the pork belly to start, folowed by the Duck and Sea Bass mains. All three dishes delightfully presented and full of flavour. Desserts based on chocolate and blacckcurrant frangipane finished off a delicious evening. Glad we...

My wife and I recently celebrated our 25th Wedding anniversary and were looking for somewhere special to celebrate it. We couldn't have chosen a better place to spend our special day than The Bronze Pig. Everything was perfect! We opted for a bottle of the...

Enjoyable evening, the food was excellent and our waitress could not do enough. My wife has a food allergy and this was not an issue with all food freshly cooked and the allergy catered for. Will definitely be returning. Thank you.

We booked a table a month in advance and were asked for a deposit to secure the booking. The occasion was a birthday celebration. On arrival at the restaurant we were told that no booking existed and that the restaurant was fully booked. The maitre...

Being a Linconite with Lincolnshire friends how have we bypassed the Bronze Pig for so long! Fantastic Sunday lunch. Amazing food and friendly, attentive (without being in your face) staff. Collectively we have all experienced some excellent gastro type and fine dining establishments. The Bronze...

The food was excellent.The surroundings were lovely & the waiter was very attentive.It was our first visit & we shall definitely return.

I would like to thank the team of the restaurant “The Bronze Pig” they were fantastic! The very friendly owner contributed by helping us choose the dishes on the menu. Excellently prepared food, experience to be repeated. Braviiii!

Very disappointing visit, a very unhappy waiter who basically acted as though he didn’t want to be at work and shared his lack of hospitality with us. I can say that the Fillet steak (at nearly £50) was probably the worst I have eaten at...

I visited yesterday evening with my husband for dinner. The welcome we received was cold and without smiles. We were seated on a table in the centre of the room, to the right, as you enter. My chair was wobbly (I didn't mention this) but...

Saffron risotto has not seen sight of saffron being bland and "homely". Nobody asked us if we would like drinks, how was your meal? Would you like to taste the wine ? DIY!!!

First time trying this place and we left after the starters! Shocking service - it felt like the waiter didn’t want us there from the start. Terrible food - we both ordered the chicken and chorizo terrine to start. It was bland and just didn’t...

The Chef’s Tasting Menu seemed to be the perfect choice for an anniversary dinner. I let Pompeo know in advance of food intolerances, and the whole menu was accessible to both of us. Pompeo’s service was outstanding - his information about the matched wines was...

Great food but agree with comments about staff. Not allowed to have a slice of anniversary cake, not allowed to have table decorations, was told “we’re busy. Order now, talk later”. Wanted steak pre-ordered and wanted starter orders before drinks. Staff seemed stressed but started...

Just like my friend Roger used to say! I went for it. Fantastic food from the best chef is the west! Should be Michelin starred. An intimate quality dining experience. Wow.

This was our first experience of The Bronze Pig and we opted for the Chef's Taster Menu with the accompanying wines. I was a little nervous about some of the recent reviews but I have to say that it was like they went to a...

Only rated 3 Because the food was great But Front of house manager absolutely miserable and rude Never asked us if we wanted any more drinks we only had one drink all night Very disappointed with the service it’s such a shame as the owner...

A small restaurant in a back street in the shadow of Lincoln Castle. The décor is bright and airy, the management were attentive and knowledgeable of their product and its source. There is a good selection wines, beers and spirits, however, the food is on...

My friend and I booked a special lunch here, we are both well travelled and have eaten in top restaurants all over the world .the manager is unbelievably unfriendly and positively rude,. First ..no bread had to ask they brought it out but only one...

The rooms attached to the restaurant are very well located near the centre with easy car parking nearby. The welcome was shall we say curt, breakfast had to be booked and ordered at check in and it's an either or, no yoghurt first before a...

We'd wanted to try The Bronze Pig for a long time but Covid and a house move got in the way. A birthday provided the perfect excuse but we'll no need an excuse next time! The service unfussy and friendly and although at the time...

We stayed there recently. The room was spotless and the bed very comfy. The staff were excellent, very polite, friendly and smart. The food was excellent and well worth their rewards: i loved the smoked trout and the bread was fabulous .The décor is eclectic...

I visited The Bronze Pig recently to try the tasting menu with my husband. It was well worth the money ) we had the wine too). The service was superb - very attentive and informative without being overbearing. Each course was explained and the presentation...

We went as part of my 60th birthday present, we had heard great things about the restaurant, and the setting the service, staff were all that you expect from a fine dining restaurant. We had 3 courses each and we were just a little underwhelmed...

I went there with my mum and a friend on the 18th of May 2022. The atmosphere was great and the background music was just that-background music. I had the artichoke risotto followed by cod. They were both delicious. The rose that we had just...

This is the best restaurant in lincoln by some distance. We are food fanatics and also eaten at Michelin star restaurants over the years. I noticed a previous reviewer who claimed to have a sophisticated palette and left a very snobby review of this venue...

We were taken by our son and daughter in law for a meal before going to The theatre royal for a Fleetwood Mac tribute band . What a start. I wanted to go when it first was opened but never got there. Now they have...

Four of us went for Sunday lunch. We had a mediocre welcome and not a smile in sight. We ordered drinks and three roast beef and one pork belly. The pork belly whilst tasty was similar in size to what you would expect for a...

I have driven past the Bronze Pig whilst visiting my son who is at Lincoln University and thought it looked nice - with a handy location at the top end of historic Lincoln. I booked a table for his birthday, although a little apprehensive as...

A lovely little hidden gem, staff professional and around to deal with anything you require, food exceptional, flavours just lush, thanks.

We have just enjoyed the most amazing taster menu with the accompanying wines, absolutely perfect from start to finish. Can not recommend highly enough, service was polite, welcoming, friendly and knowledgeable for the wines and food. The food was astonishing, such clever and unexpected combinations...

Terrible welcone and service no conversation , felt-on edge from the moment we walked in , food very average , pudding very dry and the cheese plum bread stale could not get put quick enough , we were made to feel uncomfortable, our wine was...

wonderful food, beautifully presented. Service was attentive but not too intrusive, we did feel that they could have been a bit more friendly and smile though. The only real downside was that we had mentioned in advance this was an anniversary lunch and no effort...

Just stayed here for a couple of nights with my partner . I found it to be overpriced for what you get which excluded breakfast. Essentially a double bed, TV, shower room and kettle with tea etc. No room clean on Sunday and broken bathroom...

Very average. The service could be friendlier, the lamb, hotter and the pistachio sponge, moister. A disappointment Can’t see why it gets such good reviews. Plenty f better places available in Lincoln. Don’t bother with this one

food, was so so average, service poor, owner had a big ego, as a diner of every 3/2 michelin star uk restaurants, all 27 ,this was ok, nothing elite, nothing special,, just ok, i dont care what the clientele say/rave about it, ????? they are...

For a fine dining restaurant, this was definitely not the experience I thought we would have had. They was really helpful getting us booked in as they was full but they had a cancellation but we was told only had the table for 2 hours...

7 of us, all related, went to celebrate a 59th birthday. The service was outstanding and the 5 who had never been before, thought it superb. The menu was fabulous and the combination of unusual items and flavours left us all very impressed.

Booked 3 months in advance based on reviews, wish I hadn’t. Put in back room and forgotten about. Room was over-lit, on the way to the well used store room and the toilet. Zero ambiance. No pre-dinner drinks offered. Menu changes (substantial) snot communicated. Had...

The whole experience was appalling. The owner is pompous and socially inept, he grunted at us when we told him we had a booking, and then waved his hand in the vague direction of a table in the distance. We sat ourselves down and waited...

Excellent food. Excellent service. The best pork tenderloins I have ever tasted. Waiter was efficient, friendly and entertaining. Brilliant.

Four of us ate here and we were all disappointed. My starter was cured mackerel and beet risotto. I don’t know how they cured the fish but it appeared to be simply raw. We were surprised to see that the mains were no bigger than...

Our first time visiting for my partner’s 33rd birthday. The tasting menu was utterly delicious and the service was superb. The food was just enough to give you a taste of the menu. The maître d’ was incredibly attentive and kindly explained each course to...

We had the Chefs Tasting Menu. It was 8 courses of incredible tasting and well presented dishes. The flavours were exceptionally complimentary of each other. The service was brilliant. All the staff were very polite and knowledgable about the food and drinks they were serving....

50th Birthday Celebration for a friend. Unfriendly service, terrible table in the brightly lit service area, limited menu, uninspiring food for ridiculous prices, made to feel second class as we didn’t order a overpriced bottle of wine! All in all a huge disappointment. Definitely does...

Fantastic meal , lovely atmosphere, Best meal we have had in years - such beautiful and interesting food

Food was amazing. I had the quail to start, the venison for main and the chocolate pave for desert and they are all so good! My girlfriend has the salmon to start, the venison and a banana cake for desert and said the same. Nice...