The Navigation Inn in Stafford

Read the reviews on here and was worried, however recently taken over and the food was incredible! The mixed grill was cooker to perfection! Huge portions and everything was piping hot. We were a table of 7 and food came out in good time. All food looked and tasted fresh, made with care. Staff friendly and chatty.

My friend and I called in without booking on a Sunday. We were warmly welcomed. We had a Sunday roast OAP menu. A smaller carvery and full size pudding. This is available all the week for OAPs and at a reasonable price. Some delightful Christmas decorations. Attentive service. I was so pleased with everything that I am going back tomorrow. There is new management at the Navigation so give it a go!

AVOID AT ALL COSTS, came with family for food as the pub had been taken over, the chips were frozen & undercooked. New management & no change, landlord was rude & she looked unkempt (especially for running a food establishment). Customer was walking behind the bar helping himself to drinks without paying.

Lovely staff and dog friendly. Live 70s music a lovely bonus!!

Visited whilst on canal boat holiday. The food was awful. Ordered fish and chips. Chips hard. Fish cheap quality… unsure what it was!! Ordered lamb shank with mash and veg. Veg looked like it was left overs and just reheated. Mash potato was awful. Lumpy and watery. Such a shame because the pub is so nice inside. Would I recommend to anyone… go up the canal to another pub.

Went in to get a free pint 😎 that Stuart Hodges had left behind bar. But it was not th

No food and no apology. Quite off in fact.

No food. No Apologies No notification of kitchen being shut. In fact the opposite on the towpath and on line. Very unfriendly.

Travelled over half an hour to find that the kitchen is now permanently closed. I have checked the menu on the website (as we have some dietary constrainsts) and there was no mention of them no longer serving food. We continued on to another canalside pub closeby whose kitchen was open!

Arrived to find kitchen closed!

Having arrived for an evening meal after a 20mile drive, only to be ignored by one staff member and told no food by another, thought we could be told of other options. Evidently too much trouble. Beautiful pub spoilt by bad manners!

Came to Gnosall for Canal fest so was expecting the pubs to be busy which they were. As the first pub we went to was extremely busy we decided to come here. Really wish we hadn't as the service was shocking. We had to use the bar area as the restaurant doesn't allow dogs which was fine. We found an empty table (not cleaned) and sat next to the bar. I tried to order a round of drinks at the bar but I was just ignored by an older lady just messing about with glasses. She saw me waiting but just left me there until the poor young lad who was running around like a headless chicken was free to serve me. At this time I was the only person waiting but I waited a good 10 minutes. Whoever the older couple are they need to take some lessons in customer service from this young lad as he was the only person who was actually helpful and had any manners. I ordered a second round of drinks from an older man. After I'd ordered 3 drinks which I asked for 1 at a time so as not to bombard him with orders he shouted at me to ask did you want any more drinks before I have to run around after you again? I was simply trying to be nice but he was just rude. Other people around said the same so I wasn't the only one who thought he was rude. Next time I visit this lovely village I will drink somewhere else.

Had a lovely lunch. Quite quiet but a wonderful setting.

Absolutely beautiful pub owned by amazing people.

Beer good, garden overlooking the canal.

Friendly staff, great atmosphere. Indoors and outdoor areas. Great food at reasonable price.

1st stop in our hired canal boat, ordered drinks and food, food arrived I started to eat and the first chip I tried was solid in the centre, no problem, tried another, again warm but solid in the centre, I informed the waitress she took it away and a lady bought my plate back with new chips on. She said the chips were ok and they, the kitchen staff had tried them, she repeated this and asked my wife if hers were ok my wife said they were, the ladies parting shop was, there you go. I failed to point out that they hadn't tried the two chips I had tried. As my wife finished her meal the last chip was, hard in the centre. Paid my bill and left, thankfully I will not be returning as I am sure the lady will be happy to hear.

I pass the pub on my drive home and we decided to give it a try for lunch on our day off. Good size car park and a nice location overlooking the canal with plenty of outdoor seating. I had the chicken breast my wife had the fish and chips. My chicken was delicious, the batter on the fish was a little over cooked, the food was piping hot and very well presented. We did notice that locals food was served before ours despite us ordering Well before. The locals were asked at the table if they wanted desert we were not. A small local pub that serves fresh cooked food but if you want repeat customers a little tweek required with customer service.

My wife and I stopped for lunch Saturday, typical pub grub, reasonable prices and good portions. Food was great no complaints at all, would return.

Please be aware that the food offer is time-limited. Fridays are actually 5-7pm only and we were turned away at 7.10pm. This information needs to be updated. Otherwise looks a great pub but as a boater it is important to have correct information as we cannot jump in a car and go elsewhere.

The Navigation Inn, is a very friendly local pub, with amazing home cooked food. It's set by the side of a canal and is the perfect way to eat and spend a few hours, watching the barges and the world go by. Highly recommend.

Great place to go for a drink and some food. Cask ales, traditional canalside pub food, and great views and nearby walks.

Not been here for years but popped in for lunch. Great to see they offer an actual lunch menu, so many places seem to just offer the one menu and you don't always want a big meal. I opted for an omelette which came packed with fillings. The chips are really chunky too so was a really delicious meal. Will definitely be back.

We popped in for lunch on Saturday, had a game of pool and the most wonderful burger. Huge and delicious. The accompaniments were very good too. Plenty of big crispy, fluffy chips. My wife's jacket potato was equally filling. Lovely atmosphere too.

Nice pub and food was great and price was good also

Small bar area which allows dogs in bigger lounge which don't. Plenty of outside seating area overlooking canal

Can't go wrong. Service and food with a view.. Amazing little pub A****

Nice views over canal and nice lounge area

It was all going so well until the landlady started shouting at the children in the car park. Which made them cry, there are ways on how to communicate and ask children how to do something. She was agressive and it was completely unnecessary. The barman however was lovely.

Food was mixed. Burger excellent but jacket was a bit under cooked. Had to eat in the bar as we had our small but well behaved dog with us which was a slight disappointment as would have preferred the lounge. Service friendly, particularly lad behind the bar. Visited lunchtime after hiring a narrowboat for the day.

We stopped on our barge trip for lunch. 3 little kids, a dog and 4 adults. They were true to their words on their website: "relaxing and friendly atmosphere. We pride ourselves on good service, great beer, freshly cooked food and a warm welcome." We felt so welcome, accommodated, fresh food and relaxed. It was great and took the pressure out of going out with the kids. So thank-you, very much!

Stopped for a bar meal and drink after a walk along the canal. Good food at a very reasonable price and a nice pint. Very friendly staff/ owners. Would highly recommend a visit.

We popped in for a random pub trip, The Steakburgers were fantastic and very filling along with nicely cooked oven chips, The food was all nice and freshly cooked, and I can highly recommend

Lovely canalside pub very friendly

Great food. Friendly staff. Lovely atmosphere.

It's a lovely pub with a great atmosphere & friendly staff. Great views of the canel & boats. I would certainly 100% recommend this pub.

Best pub around such friendly people 100% recommended

Relaxed Atmosphere in the Conservatory area. Good parking. Nice views. Good Service. Nice Comfort Food & Coffee ☕

Yet another good lunch with excellent choice of beers and at prices which won't break the bank. Only get there a few times a year to meet up half-way with relatives. Location sublime and during summer when canal traffic increases, a wonderful meeting place. 👍👍👍

Absolutely Fantastic Food, Very good portions, Good price. The Food was Devine, it's a long time since we've had food cooked to perfection at any establishment. The Chef at The Navigation Inn deserves a Medal. 10/10. Will definitely Return, and can Definitely Recommend.

A cracker of a pub. Good food and a smashing atmosphere. We turned up soaking wet from a paddle on the canal and we were looked after with radiators to dry kit. Excellent 👌👍

Gorgeous place to sit and have a drink next to the canal. Staff are so lovely as well. Very clean + big car park.

Great pub. Food served in one area and bar also available with a 50p pool table 👍🏼

It's a nice pub but two pints of beer £10.10 come on. Won't be visiting again at those prices.

Cracking pub in a great location. Called in for a pint and a snack after walking along the canal and stayed much longer than expected. Great atmosphere, snacks, drink selection and friendly staff. The onion rings are an absolute must!!

Very nice place we had a nice meal will go back again

Lunchtime pint only. Nicely decorated pub. Ideal location for the canal.

We didn't eat just had a lovely glass of red and enjoyed the beer garden

Staff pleasant snd helpful. Only had a drink here.

Have been here for drinks before and loved it in the bar,went for Sunday lunch but wasn't cooked as we prefer, roast potatoes hardly roasted (pale not crispy)didn't like the beef or the pork.beefburger was very bland

Popped in for lunch on the Summer Solstice . Lovely place with friendly staff. I had Beer battered Cod whilst my husband opted for a omelette. My Cod came with freshly made tartare sauce which was perfect . Delicious. We couldn't fault the service or the food.

Oh dear! Not to recommend for eating. Dog friendly despite that.

I didn't stop here just past while cycling on the canal tow path, looks like a good spot to stop for a rest.

Lovely pub on the canal. Good pint of Stella and friendly service. Great beer garden right next to the water.

Called but had run out of some food only been open 10 mins !!!

Maybe the best bacon, brie and cranberry sandwich ever.

Very nice place to visit, very good for pub food, will definitely visit again.

Lovely food. Great atmosphere friendly staff

Rude staff who couldn't tell me if they had highchair or no then made to feel like an inconvenience because they had other tables coming in. We happily went elsewhere

Lovely warm atmosphere..bar staff friendly 😊 food really good. Cooked well. Had Steak burger 🍔 recommend it...

Warm fire ,cold beer ,nice pub grub and dog friendly

Great staff, Great food. Food very filling which is great. Lovely to see the do proper homemade chips

Great music nights and friendly people.

Great little traditional pub. They have a fabulous live music night on Thursdays, open mic type set up for all levels. Thoroughly loved this place, will come again

Good food and location, friendly staff.

Customers requiring food seem to be an inconvenience

Very friendly. We were made very welcome. Thankyou.

Lovely canalside pub with nice staff. Can't go wrong!

Only had a quick drink and snack, so can't really comment on the food. But sandwich and chips were good. Only pub open on Mondays in village, average selection of beers. Other diners food looked appeasing.

Walked from Norbury junction down to here, which Great location for a nice pint, with a good looking menu! Before walking back- staff were polite and welcoming

After mooring near by we went to ask about ordering meal. We were told you had to make reservation so we asked if we could sit in beer garden for drinks with our dog and were told no dogs allowed. Imagine my disappointment when half hrs later when passing people sat in beer garden with dogs. We obviously weren't welcome. So sad as probably would have spent 100.00 on food and drinks for the 4 of us.

Great little pub hosts are lovely food is amazing

Loved it. Beer very nice. Would visit again.

Always enjoy the best Sunday lunch here.

2 draft ales but none local. Friendly service and food good. Good views over the canal.

7 of us ate here. What amazing food! Even real chips. The food was piping hot and extremely tasty! Very clean place…excellent food and great service. Would highly recommend.

Lovely atmosphere and great staff. 👍

Really good home made burger. Friendly service and accommodating landlord/lady.

Super helpful to me today with a photo project. Friendly staff who will go the extra mile for their customers. Great location next to the canal. Towpath a great way to walk off a hearty meal just watch your step if you've over endulged on the great choice of ale👍 🍺

The Navigation is a lovely pub at the side of the Shropshire Union canal. There are a wide range of beers and wines sold, and the pub has an extensive menu of quality food. There is a large car park available if travelling by car. The staff are welcoming and friendly and the pub comes highly recommended.

It's OK, book well in advance if you want food.

Lovely staff and a classy selection of wine.

Excellent quality ratio The dishes are plentiful and the service is impeccable. All in a peaceful and calm setting Only one desire, to go back Excellent quality ratio The dishes are hearty and the service is impeccable. All in a peaceful and quiet setting Let a desire go back

Good atmosphere here, but no ramp access for mobility impaired folks from the Canal towpath - disappointing

Only popped in for a quick glass of something cold but we really liked the pub and the setting on the canal.

Lovely lunch really enjoyed it food was spot on very tasty with a drink staff really friendly sat outside looking down at the boats going by really relaxing well worth a visit we will be back thank you to the staff brilliant service 😊

Person incharge had an attitude problem a smile would have helpef

Great for a quiet Friday night catch up with friends

We stopped for some drinks at The Navigation Inn at Gnosall, whilst hiring the Canal boat for the day. Great service and a lovely pint of Guinness. Pub was very clean and tidy, very welcoming.......

Nice pub over looking the shropshire Union canal with good food and friendly staff

Brilliant food and such a lovely place and staff very friendly xx

Nice place to stop when passing through

Great location and happy service

Another Gnossal canal side pub, easy to walk between the 2. Sadly no food on offer. Sat in the Tap room populated by locals. A bit noisy and let down a bit by the language being used. Worth a visit, but perhaps the other room would be better suited for families.

Great location the sunshine helped but could have sat outside and watched the world pass by. A working canal passes by just outside although located on a busy road, could not hear traffic. Eaten there in the past food was of good standard. Only stayed for a drink outside with the dog who was made to feel welcome.

Brilliant pub, friendly and comfortable.

Good food and service, in a beautiful setting.

Polite and helpful staff. Our meal was very satisfactory.

Brilliant food and the staff are very friendly and helpful

Great pub ,good food , reasonable prices