The Ram Inn Traditional Free House in Burnley - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

We often visit the Ram. Service is brilliant and staff are so friendly and welcoming. However, since switching owners food has become astronomical and the portion sizes are shocking. We've just paid £17 for a pizza the size you'd expect on a child's plate. Very disappointing.

Food is just OK, I payed £18 for a small slice of stake pie, chips, a few vegetables. The portion size was small considering the price, i was expecting a decent size, but the pie was just 1 small slice of stake pie, a few chips that were not homemade just frozen chips that were fried, and vegetables was cabbage with a few carrots and parsnips. The food tasted nice, but overpriced for what you get. I wont be in a rush to go back for food, Nice atmosphere and staff.

Lovely old pub with a spacious comfortable dining area. Great service from friendly staff. The food arrived promptly and was delicious. Very good value. If the weather's good there is a large garden with fantastic views.

New owners, new menu, the carvery has gone, back to waitress service with a smile, food is lovely, we had a Sunday roast all fresh and delish. A good start 👌

I had the Barron of beef,absolutely delicious, have not tasted beef like that for a long time. The veg were cooked the sauce was so tasty. Would have licked my plate. David had the chicken sizzler with all the trimmings yum yum.

Friendly helpful staff. Old building with character. Food excellent.

I’m very disappointed and upset by my experience today! No one told us it was a buffet style meal only! The buffet was an absolute joke!! Sorry but you would not serve that at a kids party never mind adults paying £25 per couple!! Most was dry and not edible. We booked for my mum’s birthday meal when her sister complained the manager simply shrugged his shoulders did not apologise at all!! The staff were too occupied by the football match to even ask us if everything was ok or did we need anything ?? I’m still in disbelief at what happened there tonight I’m furious to be honest!! Will not be going back any time soon.

Came for a visit today rang up to book a table everything was fine to be told when we got there it was a buffet at £12.50 a portion after travelling I didn’t really fancy trying to find another place so stuck with it safe to say I won’t be going back bread roll stale chips was like cardboard was a mix of fish and chicken with sausages curry and rice gravy was like water I don’t eat fish or curries so went with the chicken that was dry and over done I have been before and was lovely but this as really put me of especially the staff scowling every time u looked up wasn’t even there an hour

Food was not good and menu was poor, need a better menu there were not sandwiches or salads

Went in for a drink was lovely so friendly great atmosphere. Will recommend

Stopped by on Wednesday as it was a beautiful day to sit outside. The views are stunning and unmatched! Ordered a burger and scampi and chips - these came in cardboard dishes. The burger was about £9 and very poor similar to what you’d buy from a food stall at a fun fair and didn’t come with chips. The scampi and chips were delicious but the portion size was what a child would eat and cost £13.50. The outside area was filthy - no tables cleared, the bin overflowing with cardboard containers and there was dog poo on the grass through one of the main walking bits. Benches and parasols looked a bit tired in areas. The person serving behind the bar was very lovely - can’t fault the customer service. Not sure if we caught them on a bad/busy day but we don’t feel encouraged to return.

Accidental stop, due to being in the area and having a hungry riding partner! Food was good, service was lovely. All staff were really pleasant and went above and beyond. One slight criticism is the lack of 0% stuff but I'm not knocking anything off for that. They did have standard soft drinks so still able to enjoy something. Outdoor seating was lovely, plenty of space and great views too. Would love to return, and will next time we're in the area. Definitely recommend!

Super venue. Amazing surroundings and landscapes. Very friendly and helpful staff. Customer friendly and a must visit in your way on any day of the week. Very clean premises. Delicious Carbury and Specials. You will not regret it. Highly recommended. Go for it!

What a great place to spend time with family, outside facilities for the little ones are excellent, plenty of room for them to run around and enjoy themselves. Very welcoming and helpful staff, the food served outside is perfect for adults and kiddies alike. Amazing value for money and a cut above your normal pub food with something for everyone. We were four generations and everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves. We'll definitely be back and highly recommend the Ram, it's worth going out of your way to visit.

Sorry, not impressed, will not be going again.

Am not to sure on food but the landlord was great I am doing a walk for Macmillian and he kindly handed me over two sandwiches crisps nuts and some drinks very kind 😀

Good pub, good beers and cheerful friendly bar staff.

Brilliant family pub, food is awesome 👌

Booked a table. Arrived and were told to find our own table. Did not feel welcome at all. Food overcooked and won’t be returning any time soon!!!

Lovely place , such a shame the food was so bad. Ordered 2 lasagnes , garlic bread and chips, after taking a while to even get the staff to serve us (baring in mind it was 3pm on a thursday so not busy at all) they then told us the pizza oven was off so couldnt have that, then when the lasagne came they were so burnt that the whole of the bottom sauce had set to the plate, and the whole top section was black and literally un edible. I'm a builder and I've taken a hammer and chisel to softer bricks. surely between the chef and serving staff we would of expected them to never reach the table like that but it shows the lack of interest in great food and presentation. We eat out alot and never complain but after the food we would not recommend nor return for food. Poor overall

A good lunch and experience at the Ram Inn with reasonable prices. The pub was fairly busy for a midweek lunchtime which was good to see, and everyone seemed to be dining. Service was good and all staff on duty very pleasant, helpful and accommodating.

Hadn't been for a long time but this place was known for its quality. Sadly, this was not evident this time. Food overcooked. Pie burned. Lamb cutlets dry and gristly. No staff asked if all was ok. Mint sauce like perfume. Overpriced for what we had. Won't be back.

Good place to visit, menu choice and pricing good.Ale selection good and well kept Plenty outdoor seating and tables.Car park of a good size but clients parking not so good!

Poor food and poor service. A shame really as I enjoy visiting here. Bar staff weren’t that welcoming and a little impatient when we ordered causing my partner who noticed this to ask their advice. It was given but it felt begrudgingly. Ordered food reluctantly as there was no mention anywhere that they do a separate menu for a weekend therefore our choices were not available. I found an alternative but my partner struggled. I ordered then found out they have two very different menus for inside and outside. Although we were inside the outside menu sorted us much better. No idea why this is the case. Very strange. Next table to us sent their food back. Our food came without the waitress asking us if we needed anything. My food was dry and very over cooked. The burger I struggled to cut let alone chew. This with no sauces left a burnt taste in my mouth. We had to dash so made do. The waitress came and collected our plates but never spoke or asked if the meal was ok. I would have said something if she had asked. Got the impression no one was bothered so we left. Still have the dry burnt taste now.

Love the Ram for a drink usually after a long dog walk but called here recently and sat outside in the sun my oh went inside to order a drink, I wanted a house white wine, nothing fancy... £9.40??!!!!! Come on The Ram, that's just bloody ridiculous!

We have literally just left and if we hadn’t already ordered and paid for food we would have left sooner. There were a group in there who were shouting and swearing the worst language possible, vaping and being encouraged by the young bar staff it was disgusting. We’ve been a few times on a Sunday but we’ll never return it was extremely uncomfortable

Great food, helpfully staff, great setting, no complaints

Very quick service,nice food,home made cheese and onion pie chips,garden peas,very very good

Food was good but parts of the pub was very dated and seats uncomfortable. We waited around an hour for are food to come

Lovely quiet pub with very friendly staff and prompt service but also with no pressure from staff. Several locals having a regular chat but didn't mind us being there and a very relaxed atmosphere. Food was reasonably priced and tasty all in our party enjoyed the night and came out full. Will be back.

Had lunch today first time visit won't be the last. Food was excellent staff were lovely service was a little slow but we weren't in a rush just hungry but worth the wait. Dog 🐕 friendly too so will definitely be visiting again. Second time we've called in for lunch just as good as the first time very enjoyable 😀.

First time I have been in in a while. Loved the new changes with new management. My dogs loved it too. Would recommend 👌

Nothing wrong with the food. I had the burger, and it came with a burger, a piece of chicken, a hash brown? and onion rings. It's just too much. Like many pubs this is the trend. What happened to a nice juicy beef burger with onions and a salad on the side. And what is the hash brown about? I asked for it to be left off but I got it anyway so it ended up in the bin. The onion rings were sickly greasy. Please just do a burger for £10.95 and leave the other stuff off my plate.

Lovely little pub & friendly staff, food looked lovely but only had beverages

Lovely dog friendly pub with a massive outside area and beautiful views. Had steak and kidney pie and Eton mess outstanding bit of grub. Will defo be going back

Beautiful building, ample parking, very clean, The food wasn't great.. we booked a table for Easter Monday expecting it to be busy, we've not been here for many years, doubt we'll go again for food, might just stop for a drink as it has a beautiful beer garden with amazing views.. The food was served lovely, was warm, but that's the only positive I can give. Unfortunately, We ordered a garlic bread to eat while waiting for our food, it was so dry we couldn't eat it all thats a 9" garlic bread between three people..two of the three of us ordered the Goat curry.. mine had one piece, the other plenty, I mentioned mine didn't have any when served the third dish, I was fishing with my fork to find it, there was some mince sized pieces which I was bluntly told they're Goat! Do you want me to take it back to the chef? No, it's fine.. take some off that one then! Wow!! I'd only recommend going for a drink. You can take dogs inside. They're well catered for with water bowls, treats, etc. The toilets were nice & clean with plenty of products.

Great service and meal for 16 on Easter Sunday.

Second time we have eaten here since the new people took over. Really happy both times can't say a bad word about it. If fires were lit I'd of given five stars for atmosphere but thats just being really picky as it was spot on all round really. Kids loved there meals too which is a big thing for us. Thankyou see you again soon

First visit here and will definitely be returning! Carvery was very popular and good value for money and table service was quick for the other meals which were also very tasty and filling. Weekend menu had limited but ample choice, with a few alternatives on the specials board

Carvery was excellent and so tasty.great choice of meat and vegetables .couldnt be better. cheese and onion pie and lamb cutlets also delicious.all really fantastic value. chocolate fudge cake and cheesecake also a must. Staff friendly and available if you needed them. Very relaxing enjoyable experience. Will definitely be returning soon.

this place needs a refurb too dark abd dingy

Visited with a large group of walkers & then again on another occasion with just my wife & myself. On both occasions we were made very welcome by the lovely staff. I only had a bowl of soup on my first visit, but had a couple of courses when I went with my wife. We’ll be visiting again, and are looking forward to using the sunny outside area with its excellent views.

Had the lamb shank it was lovely

Great food,nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Well recommended

The food was not as was written onthe menu and the pie i had was overheated and dry not a good experience wont go again

We visited on Saturday 24th February for the carvery, having previously dined from the main menu, and also for breakfast on another occasion, (both of which were delicious). We'd heard great things about the carvery and finally got to try it for ourselves. I don't think you could get a better carvery elsewhere, everything was cooked to perfection, plentiful and couldn't be faulted. We followed the main course up with the divine apple pie and custard. For those who don't know already, all the food is home cooked and the chef clearly aims for perfection and to give the diner a top culinary experience. I highly recommend a visit here, you won't be disappointed. Try to book in advance, as word about the quality of food is rightly getting round.

Found the room needed more lighting but staff was very friendly and good at there job especially when it was very busy

Came here a few weeks ago with a friend and we both ordered the chicken stacker burger but asked for it without the beef as we just wanted chicken burgers, we were charged the same price as normal, without any extra chicken and it even came without any sauce, cheese or salad on it so had to send it back. The waitress wasn't happy about this it seemed, and was quite rude, never heard of service with a smile. We love this pub for the atmosphere and walk to it on a regular basis usually for a drink/dessert but I don’t think we will be returning any time soon. Not what you expect for a £50 lunch unfortunately.

Went out for the carvery with a friend. We both enjoyed the meal, meat was cooked perfect and juicy and will definitely be going back

Our first visit for a while. I had the homemade cheese and onion pie, it was excellent. One of our party had the steak and ale pie, it was so full of steak, really thick slice. Scampi and pizza also had and no fault found anywhere! We will be back - soon!

3 of us have just had the Sunday carvery - food hot and fresh. Beer good too (bonus) we will be back

Friendly cosy and clean. Lovely food. We come for brekkie once a week

Ate there last night, arriving without prior reservation. Good service. Steak and ale pie, cheese and onion pie, and lamb shanks ; all with carrots, peas and gravy. Pies to die for. Followed by 3 sticky toffee puddings with ice cream...Lovely. Only 10 minutes from Towneley; easy access from town. Good return visit after many years.

Lovely meal,not been since covid.will be going regular again

We haven't been here for a couple of years now , and thought we would give it a try. New owners have taken over a few months back and I was pleasantly surprised. They now serve a carvery and it was beautiful, hot and delicious and top quality food 😋 Met the new owners who can't do enough for you, great atmosphere, very cosy, all the staff were so friendly checking if all was OK. Looking forward to going back very soon. Thankyou for a lovely dinner.

Just got back from having a meal at the ram with the wife which is now under new management. All I can say is the food was exceptional the Mrs had 10oz steak and I had chicken both cooked to perfection the staff were lovely and the atmosphere was like it once was. I highly recommend to anybody and will be back soon. thank you for a lovely experience and keep up the amazing work ....

It's has been years since we last had a meal at the Ram inn. It won't be so long before we go again. We had the carvery this evening which we all enjoyed. This was followed by cheesecake, which was delicious. A nice friendly atmosphere and all at a reasonable cost.

Cosy pub in nice surroundings. Disappointed that there was only one cask ale available

Excellent service and lovely food.

Wasn't as good as I expected. I went with my family of 14 people for a birthday meal. I had the 10oz rump steak which I felt was on the small side. I asked for peppercorn sauce at a cost of £2 and got something else which I am glad I didn't pour on my steak, it was disgusting. I also asked for fries instead of thick cut chips and what did I get - thick cut chips. None of us will be dining here again.

Been to the Ram Inn for lunch today as it’s under new management. A bit sceptical at first due to many previous management changes BUT it was brilliant! We shared a starter Vegetable Tempura - delicious 😋, H had scampi, chips & peas. I had cheese pie, chips & veg - both very good (especially the cheese pie). Unfortunately we left no room for dessert though. Staff were very friendly and couldn’t do enough for us. We will certainly be going again and would definitely recommend you try it. 🤩

Place was empty on a sunday teatime, and the sunday menu was very poor

Had a quick drink here as been to another place to collect something, so I thought we'd call on the way back. Seems very good, nice and bright, and very clean looks a good menu. Will try another time here for food.

Lovely staff, good service good food

Awful food, cold place, no atmosphere

Excellent food- The cheese pie was superb! Very decent sized portions at a competitive price. Attentive and friendly staff. The best pub meal that we have had in quite some time. Highly recommended.

Nice freshly made food. Friendly staff and management. Definitely will be returning.

2nd time visiting the Ram and both times have been brilliant. Best Carvery I've tried, the beef and leek especially! Lovely atmosphere and very friendly staff, would highly reccomend!!

A credit to the new owners, carvery was brilliant as was the food on the menu,will definitely visit again

Recently had the breakfast there. Good value and a lovely location

Lovely place to call into on a day out. Very pleasant and helpful staff. Nice choice of beers and soft drinks and very good food - the main reason for our stop off .

They're getting there act together but although beer was good John Smiths it's becoming too expensive.

Delicious food, very friendly staff beautiful place. Will be going back to sample the goat curry as sadly it wasn't on when we went.

Lovely carvery. Plenty of meat and good choice of veg all nice and hot

Booked a table which was ready for us when we arrived. We received a warm welcome from the staff behind the bar and again when we ordered our food and drinks. My husband had the carvery which looked to be very popular with other diners. I had scampi, salad, chips and peas. We both enjoyed our meals which was served hot & plentiful. We ll definitely go again.

5 stibblings out for our once a month meet up All food was very nice that good that we have already booked for January

Fantastic food and nice place to eat and relax. Good selection of gins to go with the food!!

Always like the ram in but the new owners have really stepped up i think they will really put it back on the map. Really warm and friendly welcome

Really recommend it great value great selection beer guiness brilliant nice countryside

Lovely meal at the Ram today sat by the open fire with our family we enjoyed the weekend Carvery which is great value for money. FYI the Ram has recently been taken over by a new team who are making a real go of this hidden gem, set in the stunning setting of Cliviger gauge which is currently snow covered you won't get anywhere better. Ps it's also a dog friendly pub with a separate dog menu so makes a great place ti start and finish one of the stunning local walks.

Our first visit for a long time to visit family that live locally. We had a carvery very nice cozy atmosphere, we had the beef it was cooked to perfection the roast potatoes were to die for... definitely visit again.

Irish mature ribeye steak very tasty,nice food and nice frienly staff November 23

Very nice carvery, we will definitely be back

Plenty of tables available, friendly service, good came reasonably wiggly and all enjoyed it Bit of a limited menu but enough choice for us

Clivigers hidden gem. Just brilliant. Best of luck to you on your new venture.

Only stopped in for a pint on the way back from Todmorden. Whilst we were there we changed seats because of mould on the wall. I'm sure they are aware of this but until it is fixed my rating for this pub will stay at only 3 stars.

What a gem of a place to eat food fantastic you certainly get what you pay for 👍

Fantastic carvery by the new owners!

Very nice. Nice and friendly staff

Paid for taxi from burnley for it to be shut untill Saturday very disappointing. Had to wait 20 minutes for another taxi to come get us. No notice on their website!

Kitchen had closed when I arrived at 7.15 on Tuesday 24th October. Had a very good meal there when I was last in Burnley a year ago. I have never experienced a pub not offering food so early in the evening. Website said food available until 8 which is why I travelled a fair distance to get there. Managed to find a very good alternative: New Waggoners on the Manchester Road which serves food 7 days a week until 9 o''clock.

Nice pub great staff very poor food mash was very bad like packet stuff .olives were not fresh and chicken dry .

Oh dear... This has always been my fave go to pub tea but recent visit was so disappointing. Service was excellent lovely staff let down by abismal food. Ordered a beef sandwich with roast potatoes which arrived as supermarket sliced sandwich beef with gravy slapped between 2 slices of thin sliced loaf with fries and a pot of gravy but no roasties to put it on. Would have thought the beef would be roast on a bap or similar. Cheesy garlic bread..... Menu said on a bloomer again arrived as 2 pieces of sliced white with cheese. The 2 venison and beef pies looked lovely but consisted of minimal filling and a big ol portion of fresh air. And now for the rib eye steak... I must say I've had some of the nicest steaks ever at the Ram but son said it was the worst he'd ever had. Don't know what's gone wrong. The tables were uber sticky too. Sad really, off to Fitzies tonight need to to find another regular

The food was very poor. We visited this place a year ago and was excellent. But won't be going back.

Good all round busy pub, good food and prompt service.

Loved it again. Had meal with my friend Simon. Staff are great, attentive, friendly and helpful. Food was delicious and great value.

Really love this place. Rooms are gorgeous and luxurious. Food delicious. Will be back

Limited menu but food and service was great

Lovely place, we enjoy eating hear.

Came for a drink and sat in the beer garden. Was nice to sit in the garden with the nice views on a summer's evening however I ordered a non-alcoholic drink and a Madri Shandy which came to £11. I think those prices were extortionate especially when the shandy was mainly lemonade. Would definitely come here more often if the pricing for drinks were more competitive and affordable.