The Lamp Room in Midlothian

The Dean is a great place to go for food and beverages before or after a tour of the National Mining Museum in Newtongrange. We had their special house pasta and pizza. Both were very tasty and service was quick and friendly. This is a local place, so prices were very reasonable.

On a Monday the premises host a quiz (no entry fee) the atmosphere is to the least convivial The staff today in no particular order were 1st class Laura Ellie Amie and last but not least Sam were excellent not only serving drinks and food but clearing tables and still taking time to converse with customers If you you are traveling on the A7 pop in well worth a visit

Love this place , don't go as often as I would like to go. Great atmosphere, friendly staff. Food is very good and a reasonably price.

Lovely lunch, the guy was very friendly prompt service and food great I would recommend this place and I would definitely return.

Awesome place with kind of strange opening hours :) Brilliant food, wonderful and friendly staff - the chef made sure we were all happy.

Came here with my Aunt for lunch. The food was really delicious - succulent chicken in a rich Diane sauce. Service was truly outstanding - our server Mhairi (?) was extremely attentive and caring, even pointing out I could save money if I chose a very similar dish but I stuck with my first choice. Very nice experience all round. Lovely private setting separate from the bar area of the Dean Tavern.

"NITTEN GALADAY"Managedto be there before the bar closed at 4pm staff were working tirelessly under a lot of pressure as always everyone should have come away with good memories and pass it on

We were at a function recently and really the menu was atrocious. We gave a month's notice that I was vegan and my husband has celiac. The only option we got was gluten free pasta in a tomato sauce and bruschetta for starters. So effectively tomato followed by tomato. In this day and age that's really beyond poor. The excuse being that the chef is Italian so was having to buy in specifically as they don't cater for vegans or celiacs. If a chef can't cater to a vegan or celiac diet then they really aren't up to much. So we both had to eat gluten free and vegan. Whilst others at the function had numerous options but we also paid over £25 per ticket. Really quite shocking and certainly won't return. IKEA have better options.

Had an arranged family gathering after a much thought of Uncles funeral. The tea provided was so nice. The staff were there but left us to chat and help ourselves to the food. And the food was fresh and tasty lovely pizza and the soup was so good warming and delicious. A very professional and comfortable tea.

We visited Dean Tavern Lamp Room for valentine's lunch and it was amazing! Staff very friendly and helpful and food was outstanding! Even my 4 year old fussy eater ate all meal! Kudos to the chef! Totally recommend!

Having frequented the Dean Tavern many times over the years, I met with friends for dinner one night. I wouldn't say the food was exceptional but it was lovely and I wouldn't fault it. The portions were definitely satisfying.

Dropped in for lunch after a visit to the mining museum. Staff were very friendly , food was excellent , a great pub with a great atmosphere.

We had a fab meal and the service was first class. Couldn't fault anything and Ella was 5 *. See you again Sunday! Reading a recent review I would like to say the covid details are prominent everywhere and staff take every precaution to keep the Dean Tavern free from Covid as possible. If this means prompting someone quickly to put their mask on to deter the spread they have ours (and other patrons I'm sure) full backing. Well done team 👍

We had a very lovely meal here today, the food was really good. The staff were really friendly and very welcoming. We stayed for a drink afterwards and felt the COVID measures were easy to follow and were satisfied with our visit. Would highly recommend as the food snd staff were both excellent. Will be coming back again.

I would not recommend going to the dean tavern, the staff are extremely rude, demanding to see your phone to make sure you've checked in, screaming abuse at customers if they stand up without a mask on, they don't bother telling you about the one way system or that you can't go to the bar for your drink, as a first time visitor I didn't know about any of this stuff but being screamed abuse at from the bar I won't be back. tried to complain to the manager who just didn't bother getting back to me. AVOID AT ALL COSTS

I came here with my daughter and a one year old I was minding today and from entering until leaving the lady serving us was fantastic. She kept the baby entertained throughout and was very pleasant to talk to. We had a starter each and...

The managed in this place is using personal things against people, especially when i got attacked in his pub, he looked on and let it happen. This guy is banning people to hide his own problems. D-day is approatching

i would just like to say fantastic lunch today everything was perfect the staff were perfect food perfect just PERFECT

Just enjoyed a fantastic dinner with my wife and 2 kids in the Dean Tavern. Food was excellent and served with a very friendly and informative member of staff. Well priced. Definitely recommend and can’t wait to return.

more than a pub a part of mining history originally owned by the owner of the lady vic colliery it catered for the miners of "NITTEN" in all thise years it has never changed and is part of this villages history as much as the...

Nice old miners pub near miners museum. Well set out with memorabilia on the walls. Reasonably priced.

This was my second visit to the lamproom, first was for my birthday food was cooked to perfection I enjoyed it so much I had to return with the family for dinner I certainly wasn't disappointed once again the food was lovely. Premises really clean...

Didn't feel very welcome especially with the kids. Sign up saying children must remain seated at all times. Food always been fine but service has put me off

This is a well established business well frequented by locals and others. Good food good beer in a nice setting. Seen best in the summer when they have tables outside serving food and drink. The hall is a nice size for weddings and parties and...

Just enjoyed a beautiful lunch, friendly staff, very attentive, even with 5 kids in the company. Best steak pie I have had in ages. Will most definitely be back. And will recommend to anyone who asks. Cheers Andy, Lorna and staff.

Chose to go to The Lamp Room in Newtongrange last minute for a meal for our Wedding Anniversary. Went with husband and daughter. Small intimate room next to Dean Tavern pub. Ordered soup (mushroom), calamari and pate for starters. Lovely large platefuls. Very, very tasty....

The staff were nice. The portions were good. My partners steak was not enjoyed, very greasy as though it had been cooked in the oil of another dish. Another steak wasn't hot enough and my dish the chicken pepperoni etc was nice but again the...

Great for a pub lunch or meal in the restaurant. Good atmosphere and a great pint. Well done all keep up the good work

Food Great Service Great and friendly Prices decent Small but lovely intimate Definitely returning 👍

I had followed the Facebook page for a while and finally hubby and I got the chance for a night out so decided to give it a go. Although it's within the Dean Tavern, there is a separate access door and you can hardly hear...

absolutely marvellous lunch for party of 8. Varied menu and choise of smaller ladies portions. Food could not be faulted, and presented on small trays with condiments included. More than plentiful, hot and tasty.Service by two cheery waitresses, was faultless and efficient. The sweet menu...

WE stopped in here before heading to Dalhousie Castle hotel, for late lunch/early dinner. Around 3pm. We had the Americano Chicken with chips x 3 and homemade steak pie with chips x 1 - all the food was great. There was a bit of a...

Can't fault foodfrom previous visits but amateurish way in which you can make a booking there's only one phone number which puts you to the bar they take your booking then if you don't hear back from them your booking stands we then got a...

Found this on Google maps search, went in very friendly customers and staff in the huge bar area but wanted more than a snack so was shown were there is a small restaurant part of the pub. Nice menu nothing fancy good prices very attentive...

Just been here for lunch. My goodness food and portion size is amazing. Chicken americano I think it was called and haddock in batter. Amazing won't need to eat the rest of the day.

Just been for first meal here. Restaurant was fully booked so we ate in bar which was fine. Good choice of food and reasonably priced. Would have preferred potatoes to chips but no choice and peas only vegetable which is pretty unimaginative. Having said all...

Visited the Dean Tavern today with my Husband and 2 Grand Children we had a Very Nice Lunch and Staff were very Pleasant and Attentive making sure we were ok 10/10

Beautiful food highly recommended steak was beautiful staff are nice and great pint of lager can't wait till my next experience

A fantastic place, great beers and the food is some of the best pub grub I've tasted and believe me when I say I've tried a lot!!

Popped into this wee place for an early lunch with my daughter food was great very large portions so brought half of mine home in a box staff very friendly nothing was to much for them Small place bit very clean 2 starters 2 mains...

First time here and would come back. Food was great well worth the money. Staff friendly and restaurant was clean and tidy.

Lovely service in this restaurant,both waitresses very accommodating. There were 5 of us dining ranging from 15-80. The portions are huge (too big really) but you won't be left hungry that's for sure. The menu choices felt a little limiting. Other than a variety of...

Had a great meal here, super value for money. Food was delicious and well worth the price. Couldn't fault it.

Been loads as this is my local. Great food lovely staff and very warm welcome. Would recommend to locals and visitors

We came late and the kitchen was closed but it was still a nice place to hang out for awhile and have a pint. Staff was friendly prices good.

Dinner last night for family of 12. Food and service was magnificent. Great choice from High Tea menu. Back again soon. Definitely recommend. 👍👍👍

Came here for a family meal in the restaurant with 8 of us in total. We had three courses. It was amazing. Everyone loved every course. the staff were very attentive too. Great place to eat. Will defiantly be back.

Food is amazing, great portion sizes I have been many times now and have always had a great experience

My friend &I go out for lunch every week & always looking for somewhere different ,but had the Dean recommended to us so thought we would give it a try ,the chicken meals we had were lovely , really did not have room for a...

Been to the dean tavern a good few times for food now and it's brilliant. Highly recommend it. Excellent value for money and the portion sizes , wow !!! I take my two boys in aswell and staff are so friendly and they always get...

Great food , lovely service with a smile, worth a go , friendly pub , from breakfast to dinner , bar snacks

Decided to visit after we found The Star close by was not selling real ale. So glad we did. The place is huge with lots of locals enjoying themselves. Seems a real buzz to the place and it sold real ale at a very good...

Lovely lunch at the dean plenty to choose from well worth it will be back and lovely place to eat at

Heard so much about the new people and the great food now being served in the dean. They were not wrong,good friendly chatty staff,good menu and amazing tasting food. Just what newtongrange needs .. Keep up the good work guys

Sat down, no vegetarian menu. Not a problem, chef will make you something. Consulted chef. Liked his suggestion but not the blue cheese bit. Not a problem - blue cheese eradicated. So, had a delicious and hearty lunch and now I know the chef's abilities...

We were looking for a restaurant with good reviews that was halfway between us in fife and my partners mother who lives in the borders. I stumbled upon the dean tavern and was so impressed with the wonderful food reviews that I asked my partner...

I have tried both the fish tea and bar snacks both great value for money and excellent service, staff are friendly and can't do enough for you. Would highly recommend a visit but if you want a meal at the weekend I would advise that...

We went to the Dean for breakfast on Saturday morning and although busy, we were looked after thoroughly. The service was great but the food quality and prices were even better! We will definitely be back soon!

This was the first time I had tried the restaurant and have to say I was surprised by the quality of the food and the very modest prices being charges . Top tip - don't eat before you go as the portions are very generous....

I have been here a couple of times now, once for breakfast and today for lunch with my family. The breakfast was extremely tasty, I had a triple roll with bacon, egg and tattie scone..VERY FILLING and delicious. My husband had the £6 breakfast, there...

Recently visited the newly refurbished Dean Tavern for Sunday lunch and can truly say it was fantastic. The food and quality of service was excellent. Get along and see for yourself.

Have visited for meals over the last few weeks at various times. Food fantastic well worth a visit. Make sure you are hungry before you visit as portions very generous and if its high tea on a Friday the home baking is amazing. Wonder service...

Had a meal this week with my family, was excellent. It's so good to have somewhere nice to go in the village for something great to eat. Presentation and service was excellent.

Had a meal at the Dean tavern was amazing! Great selection of food for myself and my family. The kids menu is great also. The portion sizes were unbelievable value for money. Good atmosphere in the place, staff were very attentive and friendly. The food...

New catering team in the dean tavern. Wow. Amazing food! Portion sizes are huge! Your not left hungry that's for sure. Nothing is a problem and all needs catered for! Such a friendly team! Lorna and Andy make you feel very welcome. Different menus for...

My wife and I had heard about a new catering team at the Dean Tavern and decided to give it a try. The Dean Tavern is a large friendly place with plenty of free local parking. There is a large dining area to the rear...

Visited Dean Tavern on Friday with family.On arrival staff made us feel very welcome & service throughout the night was second to none. The food was absolutely delicious & the proof was that everyone actually cleared their plates. The cakes were to die for &...

We went as a group and have nothing but praise for the food and the service. Having newly been taken over by Andy & Lorna Hutchieson with the help of the talented Amy Hutchieson, we certainly put them to the test. A few of us...

I went to the Dean Tavern on Friday evening with my boyfriend. The fish and chips is perfection. Served piping hot and within 10 minutes. The cakes are home made and are absolutely beautiful. The staff are brill. Would recommend a trip here for some...

Had booked a meal for Friday the 22nd of January (self and three of my Family) the meal arrived and on first appraisal of the meal I dived of my seat and promptly booked a table for the Saturday night 23rd, success. The meal on...

we visited the Dean Tavern after a visit to the national mining museum. The instant we walked in, we recognised that it was an old fashioned working man's pub, this made us feel at home as we were regulars in Lochore and Kinglassie miners clubs....

been a few times being under new management.is a community pub .food not up to much ok just.is more of a pub .good pub

One of the best value for money and tastiest breakfast I have had in a long time, friendly , cheery staff, clean and bright area....well done to all staff.

This is a great little pub, steeped in history of the local mines. It's a great place to stop for a drink, game of darts and a snack. Limited hours for snack bar which we didn't avail ourselves of as we were there outside the...

The last review clearly wasn't aware of the history of this tavern. I've never ordered food there (other than crisps) and wouldn't think of it. It's a miners tavern with over a hundred years of history (1899). My family went in there for over a...

I had to wait 20 minutes for a table which was outrageous for me. The service was not any better, it was as passive as it was slow. The food came quickly afterwards but lacked flavour and did not fill me up. However pudding was...