The Bull & Lion in North West Leicestershire

Lovely lunch time meal with family

Went for Sunday lunch as in the past the BL has been very good,booked as it used to be very busy. Today it was almost empty. We had the roast, pork and beef, meat was good but unappetising veg, the potatoes were lukewarm and no mash as it said on the menu. The dessert was straight out of a packet and in my case the cheesecake was still frozen in the middle. I would suggest that a really good clean and touch up of the paint work was in order. The wait staff were helpful and polite though.

Went to the Bull and lion midweek for my daughter’s 3rd birthday. There was 10 of us that went and everyone commented on how nice the food was. It was all very well presented and plenty of it. I had the Bull and Lion burger and if you are hungry would definitely recommend it 👌🏻 We didn’t have a pudding as we had a birthday cake which Sammy ask if we wanted any candles or if there was anything else we needed. Great atmosphere in this great village pub everyone is made to feel so welcomed.Good outside area with garden and good parking. Sammy, Terry and all of the staff are always friendly and go above and beyond to help. Definitely worth a visit

Went to the Bull and lion midweek for my daughter’s 3rd birthday. There was 10 of us that went and everyone commented on how nice the food was. It was all very well presented and plenty of it. I had the Bull and Lion burger and if you are hungry would definitely recommend it 👌🏻 We didn’t have a pudding we had some birthday cake which Sammy ask if we wanted any candles or if there was anything else we needed. Great atmosphere in this great village pub everyone is made to feel so welcomed.Good outside area with garden and good parking. Sammy, Terry and all of the staff are always friendly and go above and beyond to help. Definitely worth a visit

Lovely food, staff and atmosphere xx

Wonderful warm welcome in a local pub. Fantastic service in a family friendly environment. Great food with lovely local people. Highly recommend!

Myself, wife and son went for food midweek at the Bull and lion and had a lovely meal. My wife is a coeliac and Terry sorted something out for her, which wasn't on the menu. The food was great and good value for money, the pub has friendly clientele with a good atmosphere and the service was spot on. If the menu or specials board could have a couple of gluten free alternatives, we would probably dine more often, but it is a village pub, so understand if this is not viable. Will definitely eat there again and Terry, Sammy and the team are doing a great job.

The food was absolutely class, the service was great and the mother goose is gluten, dairy and a celiac so the fact the chef cooked everything fresh and did everything separate was amazing, fair play to these guys, keep up the good work, you incredible weird people

Been coming here for a while now and just tried the new breakfast menu and you cannot beat it for the money and quality I will definitely be coming back for another

Travelling quiet ways to Donington raceway by motorbike, Stopped for coffee and hot sandwich, lively, caring staff, clean and excellent service alround 👍

What a disappointment! Hadn’t been there for several months and the whole place has gone downhill compared with when run by the previous management! The car park was filthy and strewn with rubbish! Bins were overflowing and all very untidy. Food was OK but now cooked by the manager and no full time chef. The whole experience was spoilt by our first impressions. We will not be returning.

Reasonably priced and friendly staff

Cracking pub, lovely people, wonderful food. Thanks so much. Would recommend to anyone!

We have used this pub for the past 25 years, it has had it's ups and downs. The best memories were of dear Ray Connolly and Eve ,who ran the place for ,I believe ,33 years . You always could rely on a good meal there. Since Ray passed on and so many people ran the pub ,it had its fair share of people who were 'going to get it back on it's feet'. Sadly ,no one really did that ,but recently the latest incumbent came and seemed o.k. We have actually eaten there a few times ,it was ,o.k. Having looked at reviews regarding Sunday lunches we decided to give it a try today. I really do not wish to be negative ,but going back to the reviews I have to disagree with them. Firstly ,'portions were large' ,no ,I thought they were child's portions. Content ,frozen veg. Granny someone's Yorkshire pud and roasties ,and mash potato that reminded me of little metallic people saying 'and then they smash them all to pieces'. The beef was nice. Asked for English mustard ,'sorry ,run out'. So disappointed ,nice pub .

Both had steaks cooked to perfection. Will be going back.friendly atmosphere . Highly recommended .my partners birthday.

Came here for Sunday lunch noticed fillet steak on the menu Was cooked perfect Chunky chips fluffy in the middle beautiful Son had nuggets another place now he likes to eat Well done all

Came here for drinks and food, will return. Fantastic welcome and lovely staff and owners. Best pint in the area by far and the atmosphere was friendly and welcoming. Food is very, very good, honest pub food at good prices. Look forward to mu return visit.

We had an after Christmas last minute lunch here, the food was so good. A real pub with excellent food such a rarity, we will definitely be going here again

Nice vibe here food looked great

Fantastic local pub and lovely food

Came here today for a Sunday dinner as everywhere else local was fully booked and it was fantastic! The service was great, Sunday dinner was lovely, we all had three courses and finished everything on our plates! The staff couldn’t do enough for you. And such great value for money! We thoroughly had a lovely meal out. The only one tiny thing we would say is it would’ve been nice to have a little bit of background music playing. I know it’s not for everyone, and it’s not a criticism in any way, just some neutral feedback. Other than that it was all round fantastic!

Been going here for many years for Christmas get together. Main course turkey dinner was great.

Super duper food 😋. We went on a Saturday night about 8:30pm , and the restaurant area was completely empty , so we were a bit worried, wondered after we had sat down whether we should scarper. The pub manager then came over to take our drink orders, and so we decided to stay. Glad we did , as the food was delicious , piping hot, good quality and a generous portion. All the staff we encountered were nice. We will come back.

Great local pub with friendly service

Came here with my team from work, I’d only ever been for drinks before and the food came recommended by a friend. There was 15 of us and they handled us perfectly! The food was amazing and the service was second to none. Would highly recommend it!

Amazing I would like to thank landlords Sammy-Jo and Terry, Sophie(chef), Darcie, and all the staff at the B&L for making a very hard day easier. We held a wake for 100 people and the food was fantastic, constantly topped up throughout the day/evening with a fantastic variety on offer, nothing was too much trouble. From start to finish all staff were very professional and showed compassion and respect to all who attended. Thank you all. Sandra

Have been here a number of times but never for Sunday lunch. Today decided to pay a visit and we were not disappointed. The meal was cracking, more than I expected and all freshly cooked, so much so we will be back and will recommend it to our friends.

I love Chinese food but would only ever had ordered from a takeaway……..decided to try the sweet and sour chicken ……..best meal I have had for a long time!!……really was absolutely delicious……..11/10 for super chef Sophie……all the staff are wonderful……can’t beat this pub,

Popped in for a quick pint and seen a new special on the menu a sizzling steak so had to try it, could hear and smell it coming from the kitchen was cooked perfectly definitely be having one again.

A real Jem! Friendly little pub, lovely landlords nothing was too much trouble, amazing food and a wide selection available including a specials bord, Will definitely be back!

Lovely family friendly village pub! Lovely landlords and Excellent choice of food including specials menu! Great atmosphere and they allow dogs inside highly recommend! 🌟🌟

On our way home to Yorkshire after landing at Birmingham airport and needed to eat. Quick Google search found us at The Bull & Lion. What a welcoming and wonderful find! Nothing was too much trouble, the staff were efficient and cheerful and the food was great! I wish this was my local pub!

Sunday roast was amazing staff were lovely would definitely recommend x we has prawn cocktail for starter . Beef for main and apple crumble and custard for dessert . 3 courses for 20 pound x

We visited today for lunch. The lovely host offered to put up a brolly, but lovely and cool inside. We had fish and chips and a scampi and chips. Excellent food, lovely new tenant, who couldn't have been more attentive. The table next to us was taken by a single lady 'of an age' on her own. It says it all when she obviously felt comfortable enough to visit on her own. We do enjoyed our visit.

this pub is incredible!! never ever seen anything like it, the atmosphere is electric definitely coming back. The head waitress izzy Aston is incredibly friendly and amazing, she deserved the biggest pay rise ever, the nicest waitress I’ve ever met and she was so busy but made sure we was all okay ! Food is excellent and the drinks are great, WE WILL BE RETURNING!!

Average everything hence scoring

Brilliant food, amazing atmosphere. Nothing is too much trouble for the bar and waiting staff. Will be returning. Might even be our new local. Thank you for a great evening

A real Jem! Friendly little pub, the staff are really attentive and personable. Our waitress was Izzy, she was excellent. Nothing was too much trouble Will definitely be back

lovely pub, never been in before and wish I lived a bit nearer

Great pub great food staff are very accommodating and make your visit personal four stars.

Amazing pub, great food, great service and the best pint of ale anywhere in the country.

I had 5 South Korean visitors who came over to the UK on business. We are part of the Hyundai Group. Was 2 of their first times in the UK and we’re excited to try fish and chips. We found this traditional British pub and the food was amazing. We didn’t book a table, we tried on the off chance, and there was 6 of us. We were seated straight away, lots of food and drinks choices and everything was cooked perfectly. Very friendly atmosphere and luck was in our favour that the sun came out too! Win win all round!

Just moved to village……this pub is a gem!…..lovely landlord/lady all staff are so friendly …food is amazing!…..Sunday lunch is something else!…..I cannot recommend this place highly enough……10/10 !!

Great food very friendly staff highly recommended Terry ,Sammy and all staff are great.Just moved into the village and was made to feel very welcome.Will be bringing the family when they visit..Sunday dinners are BIG!!

Returned lunchtime, this time to try the £5 (3 for £12) lite bites. Good value and good portions - however we ordered 6 for the two of us, which was too much :-) but they kindly boxed up the remaining pieces for us to take home. All fairly beige looking ( as you would expect from the description), so maybe a salad option would be a nice touch (not sure if available elsewhere on menu) The service was very friendly and efficient. Dogs welcome Will definitely return

Went here for a drink before going for food elsewhere, the drinks, the atmosphere, the landlords were that great that we stayed here for food aswell! So glad we did, the burgers were amazing!!! Cannot recommend enough if you are in the area!!

Came for meal sat 15th for 4 people. 2 starters were OK. 4 meals,two were salmon,both salmon cold & raw in middle, sent them back,they came out again when other two people had finished their meal & one salmon still not cooked, Very disheartening. I did ask for one meal to be taken off the bill which they did. Will not go again.

Great pint of hand pull beer worth stopping off on your way to the health Spa

Lovey spacious village pub, serving good ales and tasty meals: try the Sunday lunch, super value and large portions

Amazing service, the chips were perfectly cooked not too hot, they were perfection. The waitress was so polite very friendly and very lovely! She was incredibly busy but always checked we was okay and never left us with an empty drink! Landlord and landlady are both very nice people and it was so lovely to see them working, we came here last year with the old owners and they were rubbish compared to the new ones! Will 100% be coming again, delightful experience and the best selection of ales and beer on tap!! It was so welcoming and I am definitely going to revisit and recommend!

Visited the pub Saturday and it was everything a little country pub should be great atmosphere busy people laughing and having a good time! We tried some of the food whilst there it was spot on great food at great value will be visiting again 100%!

Came in for a late drink, was made welcome by staff Was nice to see landlord and lady behind bar as you don't in other places. land lord pulls a beautiful pint of pedigree and checked with me to make sure I was happy with...

Good honest food ! Well served , Not to hot not to cold . Great customer service. Very friendly atmosphere. Lovely place will definitely go back .

Visited the pub Saturday and it was everything a little country pub should be great atmosphere busy people laughing and having a good time! We tried some of the food whilst there it was spot on great food at great value will be visiting again...

Came in for a Sunday lunch, was sat promptly, and well looked after by the waiting on staff. Food was presented well and tasted great!!

Lovely Sunday dinner as always food is always amazing and staff are very friendly snd welcoming.

Food was amazing and very friendly and welcoming staff. Made sure everything was ok. Place was very clean. Very organised

Came to try for the first time for Sunday Lunch, grateful price, quality and good service throughout! Nice friendly village pub.

First time we have visited since the New Landlord & Landlady have been in. Terry & Sammy thank you for a lovely warm welcome! Really lovely people. The food was amazing , fresh, piping hot and tasted like a dream - menu really good! I...

Today I had the rump steak medium rare it was spectacular, it was tender and juicy. It was by far the best steak ive ever had. The staff and owners were so kind and patient. The atmosphere was lovely. Highly recommended to anyone wanting a...

Amazing place local great food great staff can't fault it at all the new owners have fone wonders with the place

Came here with the kids on Tuesday, the landlady was so good with the kids! It’s such a family friendly place! Hard to find with pubs these days, kids loved their food. I had the hunters chicken, think it was probably the best one I’ve ever had.

Amazing place since the new owner took over can't fault anything really great local

We love the food and great value for the cost, today was Sunday lunch excellent, not to mention the weekday lunch time menu and a quick pint served by friendly staff.

🎈THANK YOU SO MUCH🎈 I wasn’t expecting anything, and the Birthday Boy balloon was going the extra mile! 🤩 Beautifully tender steak and a few gorgeous glasses of Merlot, too. The whole meal was lovely. We had a fabulously cooked medium rare rump steak with...

great country pub .very warm welcome. helpfull and friendly staff . great beer great food . really is worth a visit . we will definitely be returning ..

Warm friendly welcome food was excellent great service staff are polite and professional

Amazing and welcoming bar staff as well as Landlords. Great customer service from all members of staff whether it was the landlord or waiting staff bringing our pizzas to us, which where freshly made as they showed me how they made them and were absolutely delicious, or the bar staff who were friendly and welcoming when ordering our drinks. Would definitely go to the Bull and Lion again. 10/10

Recently under new management, pub is moving in a positive direction. The small dining room is back open and trading, outside is being improved daily and it’s looking really welcoming

Absolutely amazing pub so friendly and so welcoming,landlords Sammy and Terry are a credit to this wonderful area and as a village we all really appreciate them bringing the joys back to this beautiful village pub. I came here for lunch and the menu was...

The food was absolutely fantastic, taste was to perfection. The chef really knows how to cook exactly how we wanted our food. The waiters went above and beyond, they were polite and nothing was too much trouble. Bar staff really new there position, clean and...

Food was ok but terrible service! Have been here in the past but would never return...better service at McDonald's! Everything was to much trouble for the staff 😕

Incredible service and food, the bacon cheeseburger was one of the best I’ve ever had, thoroughly enjoyed. Sammy and Terry the landlords were very hospitable and the chef was brilliant. Would recommend to anyone.

realy nice welcoming country pub with very welcoming locals .. we all had food and it was absolutely faultless the.pudding was devine .the staff very polite . will be back very soon ❤️

Had Sunday dinner here 28th May. The service was fantastic, the beer excellent and so nice to see the landlord and landlady actually working, unlike the previous tenants. We had a very warm welcome and the food was perfectly cooked and service was very prompt...

Drinks only friendly atmosphere lovely pub

I was lucky enough to come across this pub on a Whitsun Bank Holiday Monday day out. On entry the pub was very busy both inside and out with live entertainment in the well laid out beer garden. The pub is a Marston's one and...

Beer is good, company is welcoming. Gorgeous village pub

Went in last night (Wednesday) but they were not serving food. Made do with sandwiches and crisps that were nice and fresh. Beer was also good and service excellent. Only issue was outside area looked a bit unloved and unwelcoming. The grass really needs to be cut more often and the pile of broken chairs/tables binned.

Best looming barmaid on the planet. The Sunday lunch was beautiful too. Jenga to hand.

food great .. as a few times before. lovely choices and always great service. , always make you feel like you are the only people being served!

We chose this pub merely because it was half way between us and friends who live in Nottingham. But we couldn’t have been more delighted with our choice. We all had the Sunday lunch (3 beefs and a nut roast). All were excellent and came...

A great pub. Friendly staff and fab food

Good food and beverages. Service was very good.

The best pub meal here within a radius of at least 20 miles. I admit this wasn’t the only time, I have had a meal here in the last two years, nor is the Bull & Lion, tge only place we have visited - however,...

First time since probably 2017 (date of last review) that we have been to the B&L for lunch or food. It was recommended by friends and general talk due to improved food, so we thought we would give it a try. We arrived just as...

I moved to packington village 18months ago and always dreamt of my perfect village pub, Tracey and Drew certainly provide this with a warm friendly atmosphere and amazing well priced good old pub grub, the specials board is always a welcome diversion incase you can't put your finger on what you want... To summarise, a trip to the bull and lion isn't just another pub, its a complete experience 😀

So very lucky to have this pub in our village. Fab food, lovely atmosphere, reasonably priced.

I went for mid week lunch. Very friendly welcome. Decided to go with their "light-bites". Ordered Baked Camenbert to start followed by Smoked Haddock Fishcakes and salad after. Absolutely delicious. Thank you - always a pleasure dining here. Lorraine :)

Just had Sunday Lunch and it was delicious. Had a selection of meats with peas, sweet corn, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower cheese, roast potatoes and roast parsnips and Yorkshire pudding. Everything was cooked from fresh and it was excellent….couldn’t resist the homemade apple crumble with custard I’m in good heaven!! Definitely recommend 😋😋😋😋

Food lovely and new landlords very friendly

Great country pub, lovely atmosphere and the live band were brilliant!

From the moment of walking through the door, Tracey, Drew and their team made us feel welcome. We were having a pit stop between Somerset and Yorkshire so we were looking for quality food, good value and speedy service. The Bull and Lion Inn did not disappoint... and a great atmosphere to boot.... oh and, most importantly, dogs welcome too! Many thanks to one and all for the great service and the good food.

Had a meal here and it was superb, food, service and atmosphere was really excellent. Very welcoming and attentive. Highly recommend so glad this is our local

Visited the Bull & Lion yesterday for lunch and the food was absolutely amazing, we had the Rump Steak, Penne Pasta and Scampi dishes which were all excellent. The pub has a really nice welcoming atmosphere and all the staff are very friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend The Bull & Lion and will definately be going back soon.

What an amazing find! The staff were so friendly from the minute you walk in, nothing was too much trouble. And the food was amazing, great portions and value for money. I wish I lived closer as would love this place as my local! Cannot recommend it enough! Thank you xx (The main was presented a lot nicer, I just forgot to take a photo before I started!!)

This is the second time we’ve visited after a recommendation from a friend who lives in the village. Thank goodness they did! A great find. Lovely food at really good prices & friendly staff too. There is a menu with typical pub food plus a...

The food and service were both fantastic!

Had read the reviews of how good the food is now with the current owners so thought we would take an opportunity to try it out. The food and service was faultless. We both chose steak - one sirloin and one fillet - wow the...

Had a fabulous meal tonight 14.1.23 for my husbands birthday. Staff were very attentive, food fab and amazing price! Lovely friendly atmosphere. So much nicer than going to a chain restaurant. We'll definitely be visiting again.