The Little John Inn in Gedling

Hit and miss lunches . The garlic mushrooms were delicious but all the salad was was old and the salad leaves rotten , with a very unpleasant dressing . . The fish was either cooked in rancid oil or the tartar sauce was rancid . We told the front of house who said the chef insisted the salad was fresh but I am afraid that wasn’t the case . We will not be returning

Visited the Little John Inn today for a Sunday roast and it was beautiful, best Sunday roast around for sure & very friendly staff, 10/10, can't recommend enough! Can't wait to re-visit :)

Fab food great staff ,our car club meets weekly here on Tuesdays from 4 pm Went around a few pubs to decide where we go weekly ,and this one came out on top, For food,great staff,nice area,and always looks after us all from our car club .

Had a fantastic meal out with family and our two dogs. The food was fantastic and the service by Daisy was wonderful. They even have a doggie dinner menu which was so lovely. Would highly recommend. Thank you for a great night.

9 of us went for my dad’s birthday. We all have very different tastes but we were very impressed. The staff were very welcoming & friendly. Couldn’t do enough. I had the chick pea tagine which was fabulous. We will be back soon 😊

Just had lunch at the Little John with my mum. She had the Lamb Shank and said it was the best she had ever eaten. So much so that she doesn't want to have it again in case it spoils the memory of today. The Creme Brulee also came out on top as the best she had ever had. The staff were friendly and welcoming. I can't thank them enough for making this such a lovely experience for us.

Father’s Day meal with family sumptuous food lovely service and staff. Very relaxed atmosphere in lovely pub and as an added bonus there was classic car show outside

Went to little John for my mum's 60th Wedding Anniversary, the service was impeccable and the food was top notch. We could not fault anything at all and this is now our go to place for food on an evening. Please ignore negative reviews, these are from customers who thought the quiz belonged to them, the owners offered to accommodate but they chose to move. This is a real gem of a pub and the owners and staff are top notch, give it a go and see for yourself.

Unfortunately we visited I think mid decoration and it felt empty but probably because it was bare The lovely big comfy sofa has been replaced with a table that just didn’t look in the right place We had pints of peroni and moretti and they were all not quite right - moretti was not creamy and had a bitter flavour- peroni had little fizz We all commented that’s why we hadn’t visited for so long and we left Such a pity

Every time I visit The Little John, I am greeted by a warm and welcoming team that make me feel right at home. The atmosphere is wonderful, blending a cosy charm of traditional decor with a lively, friendly vibe. It’s been the perfect spot for me on many occasions, for quiet evenings out, celebrations with friends and family and for numerous work social events. The food at The Little John Inn is spectacular - whether it's their hearty pub classics or one of their specials (their specials curry dishes are amazing), every bite is a testament to their commitment to quality and taste. For me, what truly sets The Little John Inn apart is its exceptional customer service. The staff are the heart and soul of the pub and restaurant with their genuine warmth and attentive care. The Little John is more than just a pub and restaurant. It is a cherished local treasure where every visit feels like coming home. Highly recommended for anyone seeking fantastic food, a cosy atmosphere, and the best service around. Thank you to all the team for some cherished moments.

Having visited the Little John many times I was appalled to find that they charge £2.80 dash / half a small glass of Coke with a spirit. On New Year’s Eve I wondered why the drinks were extortionate and when I enquired the staff explained that they were being told by the owner to charge customers for a 14oz sized soft drink when it was ordered with a spirit and that there were no alternative options on the till. The staff agreed that this was a total rip off….it’s not even as though they were offering us the 14oz for us to drink separately which you’d think they would considering I’d paid for it. In a cost of living crisis customers need to be told as they order that they are being robbed. The food at the Little John makes this establishment a venue worth visiting but please don’t get ripped off like I was. Non drinkers or those driving also need to be aware that in 2024 they only stock Becks Blue and Erdinger (which has never come from the fridge on any of the occasions that I have ordered it) when it comes to alcohol free lager….I think most people will agree that Becks Blue is a very poor option when compared to the many options that are now on the market.

An amazingMother’s Day meal 5 star food, 5 star service, staff was were very attentive, nothing too much trouble for them

The food was really good and the service was good too and the staff very welcoming, we sat in the room where you can take dogs it was very nice. We will recommend and return. Thank you Jannina and Sam .

I think it would be better if menus were presented at the time of seating instead of having to wait. The food was fresh and hot, delicious. The waiter was good but a smile would have made a difference and he hadn’t taken the deposit off the bill.

Simple but absolutely gorgeous menu.. Lovely owners who are extremely attentive but not over the top Can highly recommend this place

Went with the family for Christmas day dinner although a little late getting served over all it was most enjoyable and the food was lovely

My work team and I came for our Christmas lunch today. After going to a very well known pub last year in the area and it not to our liking we chose the little John this year. We had already pre ordered our meals prior to our visit which was very simple and the guys phoned me up to acknowledge they had it. When we arrived we was seated and and asked for drinks. They came very promptly and after chatting away our starters came out. Fabulous starters from the Faye menu, not a bit of food left on any plates. The main courses was a mix of beef,turkey,salmon and lamb. It was delicious and yet again all 6 clear plates. Only half of us had the deserts which we all had the creme brûlée. It was so light but filling really enjoyed it. Can honestly say we all left with full belly’s and really needed a nanny nap when we got back to work. Our server was super nice aswell but didn’t catch his name. Thank you for the great friendly service. 10/10 would go back again.

Due to various commitments, this was our one family Christmas meal that everyone could all attend, and we had high hopes as we'd had a decent meal there before. We'd pre-ordered our mains and desserts in advance. When we arrived, we were told the chef was ill (can't be helped, I understand) but this meant the 3 X lamb we'd ordered would not be available. One had turkey instead and one the salmon. One of us ordered the brie and onion tart, buttered new potatoes and walnut salad. When it arrived, it was 2 very small tarts and a red onion and shredded lettuce salad. As we were chatting, eating and enjoying our family gathering, we hadn't realised that there were no new potatoes and no walnut salad so when the plates were taken away, although we realised we should have made this known sooner, thought it still best to be honest and point out there were no potatoes and no walnut salad. The waitress just said a rather insincerely, oh. Sorry about that, and that was it The other Christmas meals were on very small plates, the parsnips rock hard, the stuffing balls rock hard, 'all the trimmings ' veg was a bowl of very wilted cabbage, peas, and whole cloves of garlic. Not my personal interpretation of Christmas dinner veg. Desserts were really small. A sliver of Christmas pudding with very watery brandy sauce. Service was slow despite the place being practically empty which was strange in itself being so near Christmas. Fair enough that we should have noticed most of that meal was missing and said something earlier but also, it just shouldn't have been missing it to begin with and I thought a good will gesture of a free coffee or something would have been good customer service. And talking of the coffee, the lattes were almost pure milk with very little hint of coffee within. £26.99 for 2 small cheese tarts and a bit of lettuce (plus the small dessert) left a very bitter taste. Won't be going back

Wow, we went as a group for Sunday Lunch and I have to say its one of the best I have had locally for a long time. One of our group had an allergy and that was catered for. The gravy was perfect. Its so hard to get a decent Sunday Lunch. Well done we will be back

Awful! My friend ordered ‘Vegan potato and white truffle gnocchi’ which was supposed to come with cauliflower and pine nuts. It was a starter but could also have it as a main which is what she ordered. It came and it did not taste like truffle, it did not taste or look like gnocchi- more like fried roast potatoes and instead of pine nuts it had walnuts in which had sank to the bottom! No staff informed us that they had swapped the pine nuts for walnuts which later we found out was because the chef had ‘ran out of pine nuts’. Anyone with a nut allergy could have ordered that dish but after eating it could have been seriously ill. We were not asked before ordering if there were any allergy or dietary requirements either. After asking the waiter, he thought they were pine nuts which we assured him they were not! After complaining to the manager, she apologised and offered us free coffees which we declined. About 15 minutes later, the manager came over to the table and offered us a refund for that meal. Will not be eating there again, could have been so dangerous! Thank goodness my friend wasn’t allergic to nuts.

We were a group of 9 who had originally booked a table at another restaurant in the village but had been let down at the last minute. We phoned The Little John to see if they could accommodate us as it was supposed to be a birthday celebration and they said yes absolutely, come on over. On arrival the staff were very friendly and seated up immediately, took our drinks order and then our food order. We had 2 sharing platters to start that were advertised as for 2 people each, but there was so much food on each one that there was plenty for all of us even though some of us don’t usually have starters. Then onto the mains and all looked and tasted great. We will definitely return in the future.

All the staff are lovely. The food is amazing every time I have been and there is not a thing I can fault. Definitely worth a try

Popped in around 2ish. Absolutely rammed but walked past a couple thanking who I thought was the owner about the food and how amazing it is (usually a good sign) Had 3 dinners between us with cauli cheese (not watery and bland like most places) but ACTUALLY CHEESY. The roasties were crispy but fluffy, the veg was cooked and you could tell everything on the plate was important to the kitchen because every single piece of food had something special about it. I had the beef and it was cooked lovely, nice and pink and so very tender. We didn't have space for desserts but will maybe save room for one next week All 3 of us said this might be the best Sunday roast we've ever had.

Great food and portions are really big. Lovely staff and atmosphere. We will definitely be coming back. Highly recommended

It took close to an hour for food to come out, which when you're with a toddle and a baby seems more like half a day! Toddlers food came out incorrect so this then added additional time being corrected (chips instead of fries and missing mushy peas), my main also had 2 hairs in... When we pulled the waiting staff up on this, they took the plates away and did not apologise, nor was the shoddy experience taken into consideration when giving the bill - no discount, no "heres a free kids drink" for the inconvenience. £110 bill for OK tasting, late, incorrect, hair included food. Overall experience was 2/5. Will not be coming here again, nor would i recommend to anybody else.

This was our second time visiting the Little John Inn. The food was EXCEPTIONAL and portions sizes impressive! The desserts are to die for as well! Friendly service, good ambiance and really good value for money. We will most definitely be back.

Beautiful relaxing cosy place .staff are polite caring very pleasant .well done 👍.meals were beautiful .a bit slow in coming out but well worth it I would definitely recommend the little john

Thank you so much for tonight, we had to cancel a meal we booked in mansfield due to the floods and you guys stepped in brilliantly. Service was amazing food was outstanding!! Thank you so so much!!! 2 kids,.2 adults, recommend Thai curry and pie of the day (steak and ale tonight) chips out of this world. Completly cater for children. Decor gorgeous. Staff excellent.

This was our first visit since the change of ownership and we were all very impressed with everything. The staff were very welcoming and attentive, the décor and cleanliness was very good coupled with the choice of food which was excellent at a reasonable price. Between the four of us in our party we chose three different meals, Steak and Ale Pie, Boston Beef and Braised Beef, all of which we couldn't fault. Compliments to the chef. All of us were so impressed that we are already discussing when to meet up there again in the very near future.

My husband and I have visiting the little john as our new local after moving to Ravenshead. The service we receive from Tracey, Dan and the team have been top class, attentive and ensuring our experience is as it should be. Our last meal this evening was Tuesday 5pm meal. I had the lasagne and my husband had the pie of the day. The taste experience was amazing and subtle touches of brilliance in the food makes it very special. I would whole heartedly recommend a try if you haven’t already and don’t forget Sunday lunch there is something you may not have room for pudding!!

We returned for Sunday lunch after hearing it had changed hands. We pre ordered our food the wait was very long. The food arrived and to be honest for £15.95 a head it was very disappointing, one piece of meat little bit of veg, hardly any gravy and having to ask for the stuffing for the chicken dinner. Will not be returning! Not enough staff either !

Manager was lovely couldn't fault her customer service skills however there was another Waitress walking around serving customers with a strappy top on exposing herself. The food was OK however when myself and my partner came a few weeks ago the food was amazing but tonight 4/10 I ordered the pork belly which I normally order the sauce was lumpy the pork belly was really greasy and the plate was overloaded with broccoli which really put me off the rest of the meal. The food has really gone down hill.

Our first visit as couple a few weeks ago was so good we invited family out for Sunday lunch. I'd booked a week in advance and the first disappointment was so many items from the menu were already sold out & unavailable. Our second drinks order also got lost in the mix but that wasn't a big issue. I was however horrified when we got up to leave ( restaurant was packed) and whilst we're saying our goodbyes to family a member of staff came across and within hearing of other customers challenged the fact that we had paid. My husband politely told him he had already paid which again was challenged. My husband followed him to a till point & produced his receipt at which point we left feeling embarrassed. The same member of staff then followed us into the car park to ask to see the receipt again. Long story short - they had given us the bill for another table which my husband paid and they would not allow for the difference (some £20) to be sorted. So we ended up paying two bills in the hope that one will indeed be refunded. No apology for the embarrassment in front of other diners (and family) plus we're ££ down because of their error.

The menu at this place is beautiful! So much range and choice and reasonably priced too. Rack of ribs was amazing and my wife’s steak ciabatta she also said was lovely. Puddings were nice, the crumble was too hot so not really enjoyable but that’s not a huge issue. Only downside really was service, whilst who did serve us was lovely, they seemed very short staffed which did slightly show with them either running around the restaurant or being a little flustered. Overall we will definitely be back as we really enjoyed it, just put more staff on maybe 😅

When I arrived I wasn’t sure as car park was pretty quiet but went in and what a place. Service was out of this world and the Sunday Dinner I had was amazing. Good gravy which is a must and very Tender Beef one of the best pubs I’ve been too. Would recommend

I just want to thank Dan and the team at the little John in Ravenshead. We had my sisters wedding meal there yesterday for 30 people and it couldn’t of been more perfect. The service and food were second to none. The food was absolutely...

I was part of a small group of people. We had an enjoyable meal. Both myself and one of my friends had mobility issues but we both managed to get in and out of the place without any trouble. The staff were friendly and helpful...

Went here last Monday for my mums birthday, we had red some poor reviews so thought we would go with an open mind. Shown straight to our table and drinks ordered whilst we looked at the Menu. Food ordered and when it came to the...

Having given the restaurant another go after the takeover , safe to say i wont be returning. The Sunday dinner was so disappointing the beef was very over cooked and the vegetables had a fusty water taste. It is a shame as it is in...

We tried the new woodfired pizzas, the spicy chicken & the pepperoni one, they were both absolutely delicious, thin bubbly bases, cooked to perfection and we will definitely be back, we also had the giant cookie dough for pudding, it is exactly as described and...

Went for Sunday lunch Great food and service from friendly staff will definitely recommend and return

Starter came before we got our drinks , all the food tasted of pepper witch i really dislike , even a fried egg came with pepper all over it, sorry but wasn't good ,

Thank you for beautiful food and super attentive, friendly staff. We all would highly recommend a visit.

Not been since it had been taken over we were pleasantly surprised on the great improvement. Food was superb and plenty of it my partner even managed a dessert which does not very often happen. Certainly can’t complain about the prices have certainly spent more...

Superb evening with friends for our Lodge monthly social night out, the whole team we superb, accommodate our needs without any quibble, food was all good and served in a timely manner… we shall be back in the future for sure..

Excellent Sunday Lunch! only called the restaurant at 12pm and they were able to accommodate a large party of 9 people at really short notice. The food was delicious and the service was friendly and efficient, will definitely been returning in the future.

Went here for my birthday meal. Staff were really attentive even though there were a couple of large parties in. We had creamy mushrooms for starters, they were really creamy. Boston beef for mains, the fillet steak was gorgeous and whatever the sauce was it...

We visited for Sunday lunch and it didn’t disappoint! Very tasty starters, the garlic mushrooms were delicious. Sunday lunch mains was fabulous, our party had beef, pork and chicken and the meat was superb. The portion sizes are plentiful so much so that we opted...

Popped in for lunch, we were greeted by a warm and friendly welcome. I had the lite bites hunter chicken, the chips were amazing coated in a salt and pepper seasoning. Finished off with what I must say was the best sticky toffee pudding I’ve...

We as a couple eat out another and try different restaurants.Last night we went with friends to the Little John Inn in Ravenshead, we travelled 30 miles to it and are so pleased we did. My husband says this is the best meal he has...

Enjoyable evening. Must say some of the menu options were sold out. Ordinarily, this would disappiont. But here it just made me think I should have come earlier. The food was very good and tasty. Service was quick and attentive. Prices fine. Jack made the...

Brilliant pub and food good price, nothing was to much trouble for the staff , they went above and beyond. 5* for service.

Having not visited the Little John for a few months, we decided to book last minute on a Friday evening. We were quite surprised that we got in so easily, but we could see why when we arrived. Very few tables were occupied, and that...

I visited on the 19th July for a friends birthday. Other than bringing food to the table the customer service was non existent on this particular night… nobody greeting guests & showing them to the table, no table service for drinks so you had to...

I had read that the Little John was under new ownership and so was interested to see what it was like. With the wine list, it was a soggy piece of paper which didn’t give a great first impression. I would have liked rosé wine...

The pub is housed in a charming old building with a large beer garden. Inside, there's a cozy bar area with a fireplace, as well as a dining room with a separate bar. The food menu features classic pub fare, as well as more creative...

Received a very warm welcome and choice of seating areas. Meals took around 40 mins to arrive but that not really a problem to us as prefer to wait and have cooked freshly. Two of us had ordered pie with chips and veg but both...

Lovely ambience great service especially Tracey who took our orders and made sure everything was ok. The meal was perfect and we will definitely go back again. The portions were large so be prepared!

Its been a long time since we went to the Little John but I can say it was well worth it.The food was amazing. Very friendly staff. Definitely will go back.

We had a fantastic meal here 15/06/23. The lady who served us was very attentive and polite. They catered for my food intolerances brilliantly and my meal and dessert were lovely. Had a great time with friends and will be back soon with family.

Visited The Little John Friday May 2nd with my wife, shortly after 5pm. Having been several times over the past few years including under new ownership, it clearly attracts a mixed crowd, good and bad. Particularly early evening in my experience. Unfortunately more the latter...

This was our third visit to the Little John but we have not been recently and since new ownership. We were having a small celebration and we’re looking forward to a lovely meal. However the whole experience was a complete disappointment. We waited almost an...

Food and service really good, much improved from our last visit however the outside area needs a good tidy up, quite off putting when you pull into car park, advertised as dog friendly, sign up and bin for dog waste the bin was overflowing and...

Dan & Sandeep (& fabulous front of house Tracy) have recently taken over at The Little John Inn. I'd not been here before but I will definitely be returning. We had: ✨Broccoli & Stilton Soup ✨Chicken Liver Pate Followed by … Perfectly cooked Roast Dinner...

amazing food quality and great value, will definitely be back. looking forward to the new menu next month

We went as a group of 9 for the quiz night, the majority of us ordered the pie and chips which was on offer to accompany the quiz night. After we had ordered, the owner asked if we knew it was chicken, leek and Ham...

Very nice pub with a qwerky interior. Staff were super attentive and were really smiley and welcoming. Whilst we did wait 45 minutes for our food which at the time was frustrating the frustration was soon swapped for delight when our food came out. Yes...

We went on Sunday 23rd with 40 friends for drink for my Husbands birthday at lunch time, Dan, Sandeep and the team couldn’t of done any more for us, as the weather was poor and we over took the bar area, not once did we...

This was our first visit since the Little John changed ownership and we were very impressed. The staff were very friendly and attentive, particularly Tracey who was very helpful regarding the member of our group who is dairy-intolerant. The food was delicious and there was...

We vistied this beautifull pub the other week for Sunday lunch and must say I love what sandeep and dan the new owners are doing with the place ! the sunday roast was amazing and the portions we all really good sizes,the homemade cheesecake was...

Myself and my wife took my mum there today for lunch. Once inside we were greeted by a lovely lady who offered us a choice of tables. We were seated and drinks were were ordered and they were brought to the table quickly. Were were...

First time visiting this wonderful venue and it won't be the last! Everything was superb, from the warm welcome, the attentative service, the menu selection and the food was absolutely scrumptious. The portions are huge and such good value for money. Thank you - can't...

I understand that it has new management. Along with the staff they are a credit to the Little John. It’s been a while since I we haven’t felt rushed. I had the salmon mainly because my wife doesn’t line it so I don’t get the...

Had Sunday roast here, absolutely perfect. Cheesy cauliflower was devine. Cornflake tart with custard was the best. Staff were very attentive and friendly. Service was efficient even with how busy they were. Bar staff were great too. Overall a very cosy and welcoming atmosphere, definitely...

My partner & I popped in here after a cycling trip to Newstead Abbey. We booked but were late, I called to let them know & they were great. We sat in the bar as a table in the dining room wasn’t ready straight away...

Turned up here without booking. Staff were very accommodating and made us welcome straight away. Didn't wait ling for our food and when it came it was well presented and tasted lovely. The staff were polite and attentive and I would definitely eat there again....

Last minute decision to visit based on what we had heard and so glad we did. Easy to book. Friendly welcome. Excellent service and attentive staff who were all friendly and professional. All 3 courses were excellent. Partner stated the garlic mushroom starter was best...

Went for the Punjabi night. Last Wednesday of every month. This was the first one the new owners had done. We came away full and very satisfied. The food and service was excellent. All four courses were faultless. Sandeep came round to all the tables...

We had visited the little John on a number of occasions under the previous owners and the service and meals were excellent. We decided to spend Mother’s Day here because of the excellent experience we had previously had. However the place is under new management...

We went on a recommendation for Sunday lunch The place looks beautiful , ambient lighting , fairy lights and cosy We ordered starter for two children . Halloumi fries , pricy at £7 for 6 sticks but were delicious. We waited an hour for main...

Having not dined here for sometime, we decided to visit, as the premises were under new ownership, and we had heard positive things about the food etc. I have to say, however, that we left a little disappointed. The restaurant was very busy and there...

This was our first visit and we will be back!! The food was gorgeous and definitely felt like you were getting value for money. The service was friendly and the seating was comfortable. I’d definitely recommend it as one of the best local places to...

Good selection of real ales, good quality wines. Food was freshly cooked, presented well, hot and very tasty. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Great VFM. Friendly atmosphere.

This place is a gem. Love everything about it. Fab food, service and atmosphere at reasonable prices. Home made soup incredible

I would normally write about my experience, but on this occasion, I will leave no words to describe my families experience. And all I will say is, " we not be going back"

Initially good but went down hill. We waited an hour for them to put a piece of cake on a plate and a bit of crumble in a bowl. When they finally arrived they where just chucked on the end of the table. Very disappointed

Lovely meal, great service, food was amazing. The dog area is amazing! Can't wait to bring our two in with us next time

We have visited here a few times recently for just drinks and also for food The bar area is a welcoming beautifully decorated area with tables and comfy chairs / settees and dog friendly In fact there is a pub dog and they sell hand...

Walked in to find the place exceptionally busy but was surprised when the waitress said she could accommodate us if we were prepared to wait a little longer than usual. I was so pleased we decided to stay. We were seated and ordered drinks straight...

Called yesterday for lunch with my wife and father,staff were fantastic and the food was 10/10,would definitely visit again

I will start with the fact me and my husband love dining out at the rose cottage and the little John. We was regular customers at the little John we would come a 2-4 times a month. However after hazel left the place went down...

23 members enjoyed an lovely meal The food was excellent and the staff efficient and friendly. Beryl Lee ŷ

Visited tonight with 6 adults. The service was really slow and even after ordering it took ages for drinks to arrive and not all drinks had come so went back to get the rest and then food took a while to come out. I appreciate...

FANTASTIC! Had my bridal shower at The Little John for afternoon tea, there was 18 of us and nothing was too much trouble. The food was delicious and plenty of it too.There was 2 vegetarians, 1 gluten free and a nut allergy requirement and they...

!!!!!!By Far The Best Place In Ravenshead!!!! We came here randomly on the 4th of august for the first time ever (Me & My Fiancée ) since then we have been 8 times in this month , Fantastic staff , amazing chef , Great waiting...

Absolutely fabulous meal cooked to perfection. Really nice friendly staff. It's such a nice place definitely be coming back.

Had a fantastic meal here last night. I'm such an opinionated customer but I honestly couldn't find fault with (almost) anything! The service was great and the food was amazing. Such a lovely atmosphere and the staff truely went above and beyond. Fish sharer was...

Enjoyable visit, suitability welcomed and seated quickly, minimal fuss. Abigail was very pleasant smiled and very approachable. Ordered 2 blade of beef, which arrived promptly and smelled wonderful. No need for salt or pepper as seasoned perfectly. We thoroughly enjoyed the meals. Accompanying pale ale...

We went to The Little John as my inlaws live in Ravenshead. The restaurant has changed hands fairly recently. We were very impressed with the food and the service. Three of the party had the blade of beef - the portion was very generous and...

Visited the restaurant on two occasions firstly as one of two couples secondly as a family birthday celebration. The tables are rustic but well spaced. A good selection of beers and lager at the bar. The service was friendly and efficient. The food was nicely...