The Golden Fleece in South Kesteven

100% my worst experience in a “restaurant” very shocked with the staff very rude, very judgey and not dressed appropriately for being a “waitress” serving food in crop tops with belly buttons hanging out, and very long hair waving about while food is around, within 2 minutes of sitting down we got asked what drinks we want, our coats still on and not even a chance to look at the menu. they got our food order wrong and still decided to argue after i know what i will ordered. we had to wait over 30 minutes for “the only highchair” when the woman brought the highchair over it was still covered in food from the child before, i asked for it to be cleaned and she says “yes i can give it a quick wipe” not even doing the chair its self just the tray so i asked for the seat to be cleaned too. waited just under an hour 45/50 minutes for 2 simple panini, chips and a kids meal, the paninis came out burnt, ham was all fatty and the littlest of cheese, on my childs plate the chips way over cooked, very stodgy beans looks as if to be left a while, served on a plate the size of my child, after asking for any children’s cutlery. they said “dont know will look” came back and threw them down on the table. The atmosphere was very dull no one speaking and again very judgmental as my child wasn’t very happy about getting in the highchair i got a lot of looks and felt very uncomfortable, overall not a good experience at all, very disappointed after eating and drinking in the fleece before it got taken over its a shame the way it is now.

Outside the pub is a real sun trap but the interior is equally as nice. We often head this way when the sun is out and it gets extremely busy. There must have been upwards of 50 people enjoying the sun. 3 chose to smoke. As there were no ‘no smoking’ areas, we were all forced to join in. As smoking triggers my asthma, this is a serious issue. It would be so simple to segregate a small area for smokers which would make the experience for the majority of people much more pleasurable, particularly, those who are eating or have children with them.

Absoulty awful experience had to wait 30 minutes for a high chair as they only have one and they gave it to us full someone else's food still on it it was also broken my child could lift the whole tray off so food went everywhere , the staff was quite rude towards us as our child was crying at the start , we then ordered are food and they completely got it wrong telling us that we ordered this when we clearly didn't wouldn't return

This place has been revamped and just wow! The decor is slick and the outside beer garden is sublime in the summer. The cocktails are great and a fabulous selection of ales. Dog friendly. You cannot go wrong with this Stamford gem

The best Sunday roast I've had in ages, had the mixed roast of beef and lamb, great portion size, the meat fell apart and really tasty 👌

Just had the Sunday Lunch. Excellent! I had the beef and my wife had the pork. Both excellent value. Couldn’t fault it. Definitely recommend and not expensive either

Lovely place. Food absolutely delicious. The only minus would be the waiting times for lunch. Waited nearly an hour for the food. Otherwise, will definitely come back.

Iv been here a few times when we visit Stamford but normally sit outside with a drink and a sandwich. This time around we went inside for food. My wife got a Jacket Potato with filling, my young son got chips, nuggets and beans and I got Fish and chips. I'm normally not a fish fan but I was blown away by how tasty everything was on the plate and how well all the flavours worked with each other. Overall price was under £40 with drinks. Place was spotless inside and was also great to see that it's dog friendly being a dog owner myself. Will definitely be going back.

Just had a drink, good atmosphere

Stop off point to and from Wembley 2025. Good selection of drinks, fast efficient service. Good patter with staff and locals. Friendly and not overly expensive.

Excellent friendly service and a decent drop of black, lovely outdoor area and very convenient for the station. Will be back for food soon!

Day trip to Stamford and called here by chance. Excellent food and reasonable prices. Lovely pub. Staff very helpful. Highly recommend ,great find .

Friendly pub. Food and drink, very good. Staff are very helpful at all times.

Visited Stamford with my partner, and popped in for a drink, really friendly and welcoming. Had a wander round town and came back for food, looked at menu and found it VERY reasonable. I opted for the Roast Beef (it was Sunday), my partner had Cottage Pie. When the food arrived it was just great, they are not shy with the beef slices either I swear half the cow was there and it was melt in the mouth, home made Yorkshire pudding, roasties and a generous portion of mixed veg. My partner stated her cottage pie was delish. I am most definitely coming back again. I made sure to think the staff and chefs for a fantastic meal

What a treasure of a place! Gawgus fresh Sunday Lunch really good value Staff really pleasant. Very clean

Had a bit of a wait due to time of day . When itcame it was worth the wait . Will be back

Lovely lunch and very friendly staff.

I ordered gammon with fried egg and throughly enjoyed it. The egg was too undercooked but the gammon was delicious. The pub isn’t very big but it wasn’t too busy on a Saturday lunch time. The price was amazing and I would go again for the gammon! Recommend.

Disappointing lasagna and fish & chips, chips were alright. Weak and watery Guinness and Pravha.

Not allowed in as dogs had wet feet.

When i visited this Lovely Establishment the other week, i was rather Impressed by the Friendly Bar Tender who Greeted with Big Smile and a Warm Welcome. I ordered my Pint Beer to quench my thirst. A Pint of Old Original, then i sat down outsite and did some people watching. Very Comfortable seating and shaded with big Parasols to keep you nice and cool. What a very Pleasant Atmosphere i was thinking in the Hostrical Lincolnshire Town of Stamford. I had a really Good time at the Golden Fleece. Thank you. I Totally Recommend you visit soon. Jonathan.😁😁😁❤️❤️💯💯👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

A classic pub, great prices and simply delicious food! And as people came in and out for a pint, the service at the tables came just on time and did not feel neglected at all!

We came in for lunch and were very impressed. Service was very prompt and friendly. The food was very good, and is at a very good price.

Absolutely fuming, we ordered our food only to wait nearly 40 minutes to be told they only had one portion of lasagne left where 2 of us had ordered. So 40 minutes after they took our order they had not even started cooking it. The food then took another 40 minutes from that point after asking twice more and being told it was being plated up.

Before the inside was very dated, great pint though. Its recently had a revamp inside and we have been here a few times since. Its a lot more attractive than it used to be but still a pub at its heart I think. Due to the investment thought would try it out for food to see how it rates against the other Stamford places to eat First food experience - Came for lunch in the dining room and it was very, very hot…. radiators were blazing as it was a cold day outside. Had the lasagne which was not great to be honest - was a bit like it had been cooked too much and then had a layer of cheese put on top to disguise this – so was lots of pasta and cheese and a bit too greasy Second experience: Went back to try the Sunday lunch out (c£15) and wasn't so impressed either. Pre-booked but was sat in the bar as the dining room was full and it was a tad cold in the bar. Had the topside beef - cooked all the way through but my preference is to have I meet a bit red so for me it wasn't great. Vegetables and everything else was OK and lots of them but all a bit on the bland side - roast potatoes were very tasty and the saving grace. I would rather have less and it be tastier. Some of the waitresses were a bit off at times too sadly Very limited vegetarian options which is a bit of a miss The pudding was treacle sponge and ice cream (£5.50) and this was just a pre bought treacle sponge popped onto a plate so not particularly inventive or tasty TBH I think if you're looking for a very cost efficient value for money meal this is a good place for you. If you're looking for something with that ‘extra taste’ on top of afraid the Fleece does not deliver I don’t think I would go back for the food, beer yes, food no On the plus side it is great value for money and the revamp has really added to the pub. Also recommend sitting outside in the summer - best place to sit in Stamford for catching the sun

This place is much better since the re-fit! A much nicer environment. Great service from Molly behind the bar, thank you.

This used to be a really nice pub however i experienced terrible service with them last saturday ( a man and a woman ) I was sat on a table with about 6 other girls and me and my mate brought 2 full drinks. We went out for a smoke leaving our drinks with our mates and we came back for them to be gone. I asked staff and they came across rude and snappy as i wanted my drinks back ( 2 double vodka oranges ) They aren’t on the cheaper side . They refused and put the blame on us for going outside for 2 minutes. I believe it was because they were in a rush to finish their shift early as it wasn’t long before close time . Very disappointed and won’t be going there again .

Amazing food and service, great new look. Totally recommend!

Fantastic proper pub recently renovated and looking great. Decent choice of beer & wine . Quality food at a morethan decent price. You'd need to go a long way to find a better team of staff....Especially the lady behind the bar who stopped Lawerence trying a cheeky vape. Top pub, well done

The pub is very good now since the new owners have renewed the place. I've not tried the food yet, though I'm sure it's good.

What a fabulous transformation this pub has had! Beautiful decor, a nice cocktail menu and wine list, a gorgeous outdoor seating area, and a wonderful addition to Stamford town centre! Traditional food at reasonable prices and a lovely welcoming atmosphere. Congratulations to the team!

Great place to eat on Friday market day.

Beware they don't accept SCOTTISH MONEY Although it's legal tender in the UK As scotland is part of the uk very disappointed

First-time visitor with family . Loved the decor. The food was great and friendly staff. Will be going again when that way

Real nice pub with a good vibe and people

Great ploughman's lunch sat outside in the sun and enjoyed a pint

A good old school market town pub with good beers and a hearty a la carte menu or tasty Specials. I had Sausage and Mash for Lunch - excellent.

Fantastic pub in a great location. Quirky old school British pub, with great staff, good variety and prices. Seating areas on the square in idyllic stamford

Disappointing selection of wines but not as disappointing as the staff attitude. World's first living personality donors serving behind the bar. Shame because location is outstanding but service just poor.

Nice pub but shame about miserable bar staff, denied that the beer was warm , returned it and had to paid again to get another cold one. No apology or anything. Bar staff need to improve her customer service skill.

The food was amazing and staff lovely

standard pub vibe but good outdoor seating for when the weather is good.

Just stopped off on the coach to London . Went in here & had breakfast . It was devine £8-75 each . Staff were lovely . Spoke to the owners grandson who was clearing the tables & other members of staff who were all lovely. Had a nice walk into a garden centre stocked shop that i would love to one day have a great walk round as well as other places in Stamford , marks out of 100 definately 100 loved the place xx

Delightful menu, nice selection of dishes.

Been here a few times. Lovely cosy atmosphere. Always friendly and welcoming. Reasonably priced food. 6 of us all really enjoyed our food.

Really lovely pub friendly staff and delicious food best meals out we have had in a long while

Nice meal friendly helpful staff.

Lovely home cooked food at good prices never been dissapointed

Nice food (Sunday roast). Generous portions. Good service. Happy to go back and would recommend.

Very nice pub ..been here be for ..love it ..i wood say if you are near you should go for a drink ..

Family meal today. Service was excellent and the food superb. Our Spanish family members loved the pub atmosphere, the traditional food and great coffee. Thank you to the team for looking after us so well.

My wife and myself spent a day in Stamford as we hadn't eaten since early morning when we left Norwich we dropped by the Golden Fleece because of the location and outside seating. Had a couple of pints and some food both were excellent and the staff were very friendly and polite We have eaten in many different places all over Europe and the golden fleece is up there with the best

Decent no frills bar where you can have a good drink and a bit of chat

We called in for a pint. Very quiet on Thursday night, but a great welcome and plenty of laughs.

Waited 45 minutes for food, with rubbery chicken and overdone veg. The outside area is quite nice though.

Excellent place to eat, been 3 times b4, always had a great meal. Today I had Sunday roast lamb, excellent meal and skimpy with the meat. Food brought out in good time by friendly staff. Highly recommended and will always eat there when in town.

Fantastic Sunday dinner , The best I've had tbh and loads of beef. First class and be coming back.

Had amazing Sunday lunch today got to say probably one of the best for a while for taste amount value for money, will defo be back

Went for Sunday lunch, there was a wait for food but the food was hot, fresh, homemade and delicious well worth the wait

Outside space is lovely and food was spot on. Fish and chips were cooked exactly to my taste so I was very happy!!

Wonderful Sunday lunch here today, just like home cooked and the lamb was fantastic . All the family enjoyed their choices, the beef, chicken and the lamb. All served with a massive Yorkshire pudding and delicious vegetables. Big thanks to Mandy and her team.

Really like the localization of that restaurant

Very popular place in the heart of Stamford, very friendly.. always busy, lovely food, highly recommend x

I was advised that the roast dinner here was good.. as i review a lot i thought ill read the reviews.. 99%positive. Right off i went..its oldy worldy atmosphere and decour its a proper pub. No uniforms only people.i ordered roast pork and was not disappointed. Loads of meat lots of trimmings cauliflower cheese ,cabbage, carrots ,Wow it tasted amazing .home cooked tasty well seasoned and a feast. Absolutely will be back.. 2 small negatives. 1 the waitress thru my dinner on the table and not a word.. and there wasnt enough crackling.which was so tasty. But the lady at the counter said .you should have asked me and more would have been brought.. overall 9.out of ten for food. Highly recommended.ive eaten a lotof roasts in 58 years. This was good ..

Good location, reasonable prices, great to sit outside people watching.

Great outside space, in the sunshine right on a little square watching the world go by. Good selection of beers etc, only sat outside so didn't really see inside, that's for the locals. Friendly polite staff and the food I saw coming out looked lovely.

Distinctly average, nice seats outside but a warm flat pint and an excess amount of off putting ‘warning signs and notices’ throughout. Wouldn’t return, not a welcoming environment or business that deserves return custom

We had a gorgeous roast dinner here. Service was superb. So thoughtful getting us a table inside as it was due to rain Great food and great value

Had chilli con carne, with garlic bread, never had that before and tasted really wonderful.

Friendly bar, loved outside seating

Went in today for breakfast, it seemed perfect as breakfast served all day and plenty of other options. The food was really lovely, however I would not return. The staff are really rude and acted as though their customers were putting them out by being there. Huffing and puffing about and not friendly at all, didn’t ask how the food was and didn’t say a nice word to anyone felt like we were totally in the way. They also sat doing their stock take/reordering right in the centre of the bar area where people were sitting to eat and shouting to each other about what was missing and what they would need to pop to Aldi/other supermarkets for if the supplier didn’t have it. There was plenty of empty space it seemed odd to do it right where all their customers would be sitting or ordering.

If there is a wait on the food it’s worth the wait the food is fantastic and the staff are very welcoming and friendly thank you again

Nice pub pleasant staff. Food OK.

Had a very nice lunch with my friend sat outside in the sunshine, chatted with some visitors to our beautiful town who were very impressed with thier meal as well.will definitely be returning soon

We originally visited The Golden Fleece for the Everards beer. Since then, we have been going about once a month for lunch and a drink. There is a lovely old wooden bar and a great atmosphere with a very varied clientele. The food is not exactly gourmet but always fresh, piping hot and enjoyable, the Caesar salad is the best I have had anywhere and the chips are brilliant.

Very good for the price. Would go again in the future

Good food...very friendly staff. Not dog friendly though......

Visited Stanford on Sunday 16th April and dropped off at the Golden fleece for Sunday lunch. Good atmosphere if typical English pub, good menu and drink options. We both had lamb Sunday roast which was fresh and piping hot, vegetables in a separate dish to share and mint sauce brought without having to ask for it. Could also have desert for extra £4 which again was fresh and piping hot Staff were busy and clearly worked hard but were still very friendly and attentive. Would highly recommend this pub

Good food at a very good price and Very friendly staff

The portion was big, but the food was really not good. I wouldn't recommend to eat here.

Huge portions, but honestly the worst quality meat I've eaten in a very long time (Liver and Bacon). Sides and gravy are all convenience and not homemade. Wouldn't recommend the place, sorry.

Lovely fresh cooked food good service and nice atmosphere definitely recommend a visit

Great gammon ,quiche ,pint if tiger and friendly staff.

Fun night for my brothers 40th Birthday party xx

Couldn't get what I ordered so went for gammon not much taste long waiting time for food

Visited today and can't fault the Sunday lunch for 10 plus the hospitality and friendliness which were unrivalled. Thoroughly recommended. We received a warm welcome, excellent food and exemplary service. Really made my birthday special with friends and family who had flown in from Australia.

Local pub and restaurante. They have tasty soups and pies.

Stopped there for morning coffee staff friendly service good coffee nice view over meadow great

Very enjoyable atmosphere, nice & relaxing.

We popped in here today as table of 7 with no reservation. Despite the pub being very busy the team were quick to move tables around to accommodate us and made us feel incredibly welcome. The menu had loads of choice and was reasonably priced. Food came quickly, was piping hot and absolutely delicious! But what really made our visit was the great atmosphere, a great mix of family’s, lads enjoying a drink and locals singing along to the duke box. The icing on the cake was our 2 dogs were welcome too.

Normally pop in for a pint when in Stamford , a friendly pub , normally busy , good bar service , not eaten here but always a lot of diners so must be good . Worth a visit

Stopped off here for lunch while Christmas shopping, lovely welcoming staff and delicious food, we will come back when over that way again

great friendly pub with great beers and better staff. social centre for all ages. I've been visiting this place with friends and family for 48 years so far and will continue to do so for many more.

Went for a drink Saturday night. Landlordwas very understanding of the noise and allowed us to sit quiet in the restaurant area. Thank you

Good value, delicious food, excellent service

Lovely food. Very friendly staff. Very good quality and service.

Looked for something to eat in Stamford. How lucky we were to find the Golden Fleece, the stew and dumpling was the best ever. Winter warming as were the staff and owner. A big thanks A+

Nice welcome and good for a drink or coffee.

None of this pretentious stuff, this is the real deal! Sunday Roasts cooked like your grandma would, full of TLC!

Excellent food but a bit of a wait. Worth waiting for though