The Countryman in Daventry

Good food and service and, now the pub is under new management, it's vastly improved. The pub is finally a proper village pub.

We were passing The Countryman at lunchtime on Thursday and popped in on the off chance that a table (for two of us) was available. Fortunately it was and we enjoyed a bread and olives platter as starter and then had the fish and chips and a burger and chips as mains. We didn't have room for a dessert but the decaff coffees were a great end to the meal. The staff were all very pleasant and attentive and there's a very nice atmosphere in the place. Definitely worth a return visit; thank you.

I have a feeling I came here some years ago but it's a bit vague. Anyway 6 of us had dinner here there is a varied menu and they have vegetarian and gluten free food and something for meat eaters,we all had something different from the menu we enjoyed it very much it's an expensive pub but worth the money. It's a lovely cozy pub they had the coal fire lit and it was lovely and warm. I would certainly make a return visit to this pub probably in the summer.

Excellent food, particular praise to the waitress team who were brilliant

My wife and I had our 50th wedding anniversary here last night with family and friends the Atmosphere from start to finish was perfect so was the food and the staff were fantastic, It was a busy Saturday night yet everything was delivered quickly and hot and great evening. Thank you everyone at the Countryman. GREAT

Delicious food and lovely atmosphere

We came here when we were planning our wedding and deciding what hotel to choose and had a delicious chef special steak. We returned a year later the night before our wedding day to enjoy one last date as a none married couple and it was even better! Thank you staff and chef’s for such a lovely evening :)

Me and my husband went for dinner on Sunday. This is my very favourite place to eat. Amazing food, brilliant service and just a wonderful place. Thank you for making my birthday special.

We had the most amazing Sunday lunch. The beef was cooked to perfection. Absolutely delicious and highly recommended. Friendly and accommodating staff too. Will definitely return.

Great food, lovely friendly staff

The Countryman never disappoints. We go regularly for Steak baguette lunch and it's the best in the area. All the food is lovingly prepared by this family run business.

We discovered this gem of a pub yesterday when we stopped for lunch. From the moment that we stepped in until the moment that we left, the whole experience was a delight. The menu was interesting, the food delicious and reasonably priced, the staff friendly and helpful. We shall definitely be going back

I heard Daventry wasn't the best... But a wee walk from my hotel (which is OK) is this quintessential English pub, great food, exemplary service with a can do attitude. Unlikely to be back in Daventry, but if I was I would be back here... Chapeau

Excellent food, really delicious. Service was a little slow, but they had a large party table in, and we were also a party of 7. Staff are very helpful, cheerful, and wonderful. We'll defibrillator be going back.

It wasn’t busy when we visited on a Thursday evening, but I have to say the food was outstanding. Genuinely outstanding. I wouldn’t expect more in a Michelin starred restaurant. Top marks, a real rural gem.

Stayed 1 minutes walk from this amazing pub and we are SO glad we did. This is a proper pub with very friendly staff serving truly wonderful food. We ended up eating there 2 days in a row because we found it so hard to choose what to eat, it was all great! Honestly this is an absolute gem. Wish we lived nearer as I would 100% eat there again and again. They even have a take away menu if you want the food but not the walk!

Our 2nd visit, and we brought 2 friends with us. They enjoyed it too. The food was delicious, and we were made very welcome.

Staff were very polite and attentive! The pan roasted sea bass was absolutely top drawer, and the pricing was very reasonable. This pub has a relaxed atmosphere indicative of a typical village local with a very warm and inviting air about it. I expect to come here again as I intend to be a regular visitor to the area on business.

we visited for an 80th birthday meal that we booked and pre-ordered around a month in advance. the staff were lovely and no faults there, but the starters seemed to take time to arrive and when they did, one was forgotten off the list and arrived when the rest had almost finished, which wasn’t ideal. we then had to wait a substantially long time for the mains to come out, and one of the main faults was the quantity. it seemed to be gigantic plates/crockery with very small portions, and upon arrival, the food wasn’t the warmest, it gave off that it was sat under the light waiting to be taken out for a while. there were then a couple of sides missing and it was obvious they’d been missed, as we were sat right next to the kitchen and could hear a member of staff scream to the kitchen that they needed the items made and it was the same items we were missing. the staff also seemed to speak poorly of each other within ear shot of customers. overall, it wasn’t the worst visit in the world but we’d heard positive reviews, and didn’t seem to have the same experience. we would go back, it’s not something that’s put us off for life, but it might be a while before we do

The Countryman is near the village of Staverton, set in the countryside, near Daventry. A lovely atmosphere good ale, food at the bar, also has a light lunchtime menu; table service in dining area has à la carte, vegetarian & varied choice, advisable to book a table. Perfect Onion Rings had with a well presented burger, with special sauce and Red Slaw, competitive pricing. Takeaway service available. Very friendly staff. Outside seating to the rear, also at the front with views of the fields beyond.

So this was my second visit to the pub in the last 12 mnths, and there was no suprise the food and service was outstanding on both occasions. I had travelled from Coventry to taste the wonderful delights of a fantastic sunday lunch. I will return for the same experience thank you Steve Jenkinson

Excellent beer and food, taps always cleaned properly. This man knows how to run a pub properly

I aways enjoy visiting The Countryman, and particularly love the Sunday roasts and the sticky toffee pudding. Great range of veggie options on the main menu. I have enjoyed visiting in small and large groups with friends/family and colleagues.

Excellent service and lovely food. What more could you want. The best pub food I have had in a very long time.

Had a wonderful evening here. The food was amazing and the atmosphere was great!

The atmosphere was very calm and peaceful, loved the ambience. The staff were friendly and paying attention to detail. We opted for the specials of the day and we weren't disappointed, every dish delicious. Would highly recommend this place, definitely worth visiting again

We visited The Countryman for lunch and were very impressed by the food and excellent service during our visit. There was a wide choice of food available at lunch time at reasonable prices. We had a baguette with chips each and the fillings were very tasty with perfect portion sizes. The staff were very friendly and welcoming with the food being served promptly. It was our first visit and we will definitely be coming back.

Great lunch out, cosy atmosphere, friendly staff, tasty food and accommodated our toddler and dogs. Will be going back!

We had an amazing time at The Countryman today. Not only was the food so incredibly delicious that there was absolutely nothing left on any plate but the staff were AMAZING. All of them were fantastic but a special shout-out to Sam who made today super easy for a friend of mine who is having a really difficult time. The owners are lucky to have such an incredible team working for them. We will definitely be back

The pub is lovely and the dinning restaurant is laid out beautifully. The staff are pleasant and attentative. Helpful when asked, what fo they recommend. The food was presented beautifully and very tasty. Can't recommend the pun highly enough. Will definitely be back again

Exceptional establishment. The food here was amazing, I can't wait to go back. Everything was done perfectly; starters, mains and dessert. The staff were really nice and friendly. You can't really get any better so go down and enjoy. Update Been back here a few times and the high standards are still there. Food was excellent. Everytime we visit The Countryman the food is outstanding. There is never a slip up with the quality.

The friendliest staff and the food is great.

Lovely meals served promptly. The veg was cooked perfectly and the gravy was very good..the staff were very helpful and nothing was to much trouble for them

Excellent Sunday lunch, good service. Would recommend.

Still the best place in the Daventry area for nice traditional British food. Staff nice and food is always well prepared, plus they usually have a great specials menu. On the expensive side, but you get what you pay for…

An excellent drop in pub restaurant with the most friendly attentativestaff and amazing food! Will definitely come back!

Great food, great location, great prices & great choice of mains. Ate there in early evening and received good service even though busy.

I was extremely impressed with the waitresses. They were really well trained and very attentative. The food, WOW. Excellent. Highly recommended. We will eat there again. Atmosphere relaxing and professional. 2nd visit today. Very impressed. Great food.

Nice people and very good food. They have traditional pub vibes and gatropub food. Not too many options but plenty of specials so there is always something new. Portion sizes are generous so Dave room if you want pudding!

Lovely place. Great food. Shame with live so far away

Love everyone at the Countryman, they are very welcoming, it's very homely. We consider the Countryman our local and they're our heroes

I love this place! It's a real Locals' local, but so welcoming to 'occasionals' such as myself. (I live some 20 miles away, in Coventry, so normally only get to visit once every few weeks, when business takes me to Fawsley or Preston Capes.) I wish I lived closer, but my bank manager is probably glad I don't! 😪

The food was leng + free parking makes it 5 stars

FAULTLESS. 5☆ Absolutely FANTASTIC. Service is excellent. The staff very welcoming. Very attentive and dressed nice and with clean outfits. Great attention to detail. Food fantastic with a good menu range. Everything we both had, you couldn't fault it. I had the Steak, with a peppercorn sauce. My partner had steak and ale pie, all hot And presented well. Flavoursome and plentiful. A wide range of non alcoholic beers to choose from too. The whole evening was lovely. Definitely be back. And we will also be recommending to others. Thankyou for wonderful food.. and a pleasant evening.

Lovely atmosphere and tasty food, we all commented on how delicious our starter & main courses were and that we must return very soon. Well worth a trip.

Excellent in every respect Cannot wait to go back soon

Popped in for an unplanned lunch, and were welcomed by a lovely team! The food was delicious! Have lived down the road for a few years now and always heard good reviews, so glad to finally pop in. Will definitely be back!

Just had a very pleasant afternoon, and Sunday lunch with family group of 9. Welcomed by staff at the bar, invited to have a drink until our table was ready. Taken to our table on time, and given time to peruse the menu. Everyone's orders were taken, and read back to us, and service was excellent. As for food, I don't have enough adjectives in the English language to describe the quality and portions. Every course was brought at a short time, and everyone's plates were cleared. Excellent service, excellent quality of food and portion size. Highly recommend a visit👍👍

We booked in for a meal here due to staying locally for the weekend. Warm welcome, friendly staff, excellent service especially our waitress Olivia. The food was hot & tasty. Would definitely recommend.

We visited for a birthday and our entire party of seven enjoyed the food, wine and staff. The chicken risotto starter was especially tasty and the Camembert was a hit.

This was the best pub meal I've ever had. The staff were lovely, the atmosphere e great and the food was delicious!!

Pleasant place and good good. Nice atmosphere at the log-burner.

Great pub, lovely staff, superb food

Our first time here and we really loved it. The service was great with friendly staff and the food was brilliant too. Desserts were lovely and we were pleased with the price too. My only tiny niggle would be perhaps to have a small pot of gravy with the steak & ale pie, as I didn’t find the pre-poured amount as much as I prefer. 😊

Great service, gorgeous food - will certainly be back for another special occasion ☺️

Myself and my partner ordered two sirloin steaks and dessert. People/ staff were brilliant, food was delicious and service was great. 10 of 10 + I never give a 100% score normally. Never been to Daventry area before and Abdul's Indian could testify to a bad score. This place is a gem. Expensive but worth every penny.

Lovely country pub, welcoming and warm. Good food too. Only downside is that you really need to book well in advance to secure a table.

Very enjoyable first visit and excellent meal in cosy atmosphere.

A proper bar with real beer and standing and sitting space. The food was excellent

Superb lunch menu with wide choice of meals. I chose venison and mu wife had chicken. Both dishes were well presented , piping hot and full of flavour. Selection of real ales was good. The service was good and staff attentive. Highly recommended.

Spent our New Year Eve here with four friends. Great meal excellent service. and a reasonable cost for a NY night....Only small negative was the singer whose song selection needed to be more lively for a New Year event....otherwise recommend this place.

Perfect village pub. Good, well kept beer. Me and my partner had a wonderful Sunday roast. We both really enjoyed our cold wet afternoon hiding in the countryman.

Delicious food, reasonable prices, well kept beer, comfortable seating, friendly and helpful staff. What more do you want or need from a lovely country pub?

Having been to the pub before, and after a meeting with a client, we decided we wanted to stop for lunch, we knew it would be busy because it was coming up to Christmas, but the way and manner in which we were told to leave because there were no tables in a rude and abrupt manner was unacceptable. The only good outcome from this is we were told to go to the pub down the road called the red lion where the food service Ambience and attitude is so much better. So therefore come out the pub turn right or left down that road and come to the red lion It’s far better. The staff are far nicer and the food was phenomenal. I wouldn’t be coming back here because the lady behind the bar was just abruptly rude..

We had a fantastic Sunday evening dinner with family. 12 of us and the service and food was brilliant. The roasts were really well cooked and presented although sadly they had already sold out of two of the meat choices. It was well worth the visit!

Very enjoyable, tasty lunch and very reasonably priced. Staff lovely and friendly. Fast service.

Pleasant village pub with better than average food. Fitted in 3 walk-ins and served us efficiently despite being very busy.

Xmas dinner was inadequate, processed turkey 2 Brussels 2 carrots 1 Potatoe thing. Not what i call Xmas meal. Really need to improve. Would not recommend to anyone.

Our first visit to this country pub. We met our friends for lunch. We had a quiet table in the window ; there was a large group in the back room. Great choices on the menu plus specials and a vegan menu. Our friends rated their fish and chips highly- perfectly cooked. My husband chose pork belly and I had a delicious butternut squash risotto. My dessert was gorgeous. Do try the chocolate and praline Opera cake. Unobstrusive but attentive waiting staff & a warm Smiley welcome & farewell. Recommended.

Visited for lunch and was not disappointed. The choice was great with three types of fish and seasonal meats such as pheasant and venison. Food was delicious and the staff welcoming and attentive. We shall be returning very soon.

Nice country pub . Hook Norton beer which is great. Friendly bar team. Can't wait to go back and try the food.

Food was pricey. Quality was poor. Service was slow. Waitresses were very polite though. Restaurant was freezing. Overall very disappointed for a first visit...wont be rushing back.

Was really nice nice table in the window friendly staff. Nice and clean. Roast was good. Will be back and I would recommend

Again we were accommodated for Saturday lunch at short notice even though they were quite busy. Lovely chicken dish. Partner had paneer & coconut curry which he enjoyed. Always friendly staff & pleasant atmosphere. We will be back again!

I had a roast dinner that was absolutely awful. The only meat that tasted ok was the chicken. The beef was tough as old boots. Few drops of veg had no taste at all and the veg they served was courgettes and green beans ! Who has these on a roast ? Obviously very cheap veg .

Never let’s you down. Lovely friendly staff. Food is outstanding.

Great Sunday lunch will definitely be going back.

We visited last night with friends and the food and service was amazing even though it was very busy night. Would definitely recommend 👌

I had the most amazing Barbary duck dish for lunch with an incredible orange, redcurrant and port jus. Fantastic. I am going back this week for the same again😋

Reasonably good food in a friendly pub with nice atmosphere. Camembert starter was nice. Let down by not paying attention to allergies which we informed them of otherwise would've given 4*.

it was lovely to see a village pub so busy just drinking locals as well as diners , i went for dinner with a friend and was not dissapointed , my steak as was her duck was cooked perfectly , the dauphinaus was superb , and the cheesecake desert rounded off the meal perfectly , oh and my wine was very good as well , the service well they all know what they are doing and are very good at it , thank you to all x

Lovely food (roast dinner was very tasty and the chocolate brownie was amazing!), good atmosphere and excellent service. Would definitely recommend.

Fabulous Sunday roast, choice if pink or well done, which was excellent. Lovely pudding and quality coffee.

Good service, good food, nice atmosphere.

Great English pub, with excellent food, drinks and service. Was greeted kindly and escorted to a table and made aware of the specials. Would greatly recommend and definitely coming again when I'm in the area.

Always superb food and hospitality. The gluten free options are extensive and the care and attention of the staff in reminding you that you ordered gluten free is spot on.

Excellent Sunday lunch returned a few times and always great, lots of different veg and choice of meats. Staff are very friendly and knowledgeable about what's on the munu, obviously well trained by management. It's got a good bar area to have a drink before...

Great food and attention to detail. Service was excellent.

Decent selection of good quality pub food at a reasonable price. Booking recommended. Dog friendly in the bar only. Some outdoor seating.

Never been before wow the food was amazing compliments too the chef on Sunday going again soon?

Lovely location with excellent, reasonably priced food.

Lovely place to meet up with friends, food is great 👍

Just been to this lovely pub for the first time, for my Birthday lunch. We were a party of seven & all our meals were worthy of the highest praise ( compliments to the chef)!) for flavour, quality, portion size & service. Friendly staff, spotless...

Enjoyed the real cask ale. Lovely food and the staff where incredibly efficient and courteous!

Great Sunday lunch, full roast with all the trimmings, only thing I was disappointed with, was only having 2 roast potatoes on the plate. We ordered extra vegetables and roasts which I would recommend. But very enjoyable none the less. I thought I was in London when we received the bar bill.

Absolutely charming pub, always enjoy coming here and staff are lovely

Great Sunday lunch and brilliant children’s menu, 4 x adults 4 x children

Food was delicious and the atmosphere was lovely in this sweet little country pub. Food was slightly pricey for a pub, but extremely reasonable for the quality of food recieved. Service was friendly but a bit lacking in quality, our server had tried none of the Food previously and we had to ask for steak knives. This didn't take much away from the overall experience, which was lovely.

Sehr schönes altes Restaurant mit Stil und gutem Essen

Staff were friendly and attentive from the moment you walk in The food has to have been the most amazing pub food I have ever had. Well worth a visit