The Raven in Wigan - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Authentically traditional English pub. Reasonably priced beer and decent pub food

Superb Town Centre Pub, great choice of Ales/Beers. Bar staff really friendly and always greeted with courtesy...*****

Never a dull moment in here - good ale and a cracking clientele

Love it in the Raven a good pint 👍

Superb pub. What you'd call a "proper" pub. Food is hearty and very tasty, minced beef and onion pie a particular favourite of mine. Beer selection is usually very good and staff offer good tips on beers that'll be to your taste.

Great breakfast, portions were a little bit smaller than expected but still great value for money. Love being able to take the dog in with me.

Good old fashioned home cooked pub grub

Try the Raven burger you will not be disappointed. And very full 😁

A welcoming old fashioned town pub, good basic pub grub ( slightly pricey?). Service was friendly, and either cash or card payment accepted.

We visited yesterday with friends, had a fab time, great staff……reasonably priced drinks and the food was fantastic. Great to chat with the chef and came out to check everything was ok with our food. We all really enjoyed the food !

Had an amazing experience in this quiet wigan pub. I had a lovely conversation with Anna who was extremely helpful and had good banter. Definitely recommend if you pass through Wigan.

Excellent real ales in a fabulous Victorian pub full of character and characters

Good beer. Raven burger was good. But fish and chips disappointed - fish overcooked, chips soggy. Cheese and onion pie also not great

Calls itself the "Wigan Pie Pub" but honestly, if you're in Wigan, and happen to be in the Raven, the very last thing you want to do is order a pie. Gross would be a compliment. Inedible is the only description I could give. I ordered meat and potato pie. Pastry is hard as concrete on the sides but floury sludge on the base. I'm not a pastry guy anyway truth be told, I'm all about the filling, but that's where it gets worse. Chunks of meat an inch long, might as well be rubber for the flavour and how long it takes to chew. I would rate the potato on the third piece but unfortunately there were only two pieces inside. Honestly, this makes a mockery of wigan being "pie eaters", nobody wants to eat pies like this, not even Wigan!

Good boozer with plenty of character. Multiple casks and keg beers (no craft beer). Barman was chatty and service was prompt. Beer was on form (cask). On the poor side was the food, steak and ale pie was good but the chips were virtually cold and ranged from thin to nanometer thin, they looked like the dregs of a potato chipping machine for £10.95 I was very disappointed.

Came for our yearly visit to Wigan this weekend and we always head straight for the Raven as soon as we have dumped our cases. Ordered a drink and asked if they were still serving food which was a yes. Was given a dirty glass with my cider, asked for another one which was worse. Ordered food which took an age to come. Plates thrown at us, box which contained sauces etc had only HP plus 2 tomato ketchup sachets which had been opened. I tried to get a member of staff to ask for mayo / salad cream, lad who served us walked past our table with headphones on so couldn't hear my polite "excuse me". Fish was burnt and partner couldn't eat it, chicken goujon sandwich was 3 goujons in bun with bits of lettuce. Not what the menu suggested at all. Went to the bar for another drink, 3 young girls behind bar - one having her tea, the other standing not taking anyone on and the third running about serving people. So disappointed that this great pub has gone downhill. We won't be back. Just an awful experience.

Proper old school boozer, think im becoming predictable.

Disgusting the so called chief wasn't in kitchen half the time he was either smoking at front of pub or playing with a dog in pub,sorry food hygiene come in to this I have certificates to qualify me to work in a kitchen an one his dress was wrong and two he had a bandage over two of his fingers so he couldn't put a glove on, sorry I have been here for 5yrs an never saw this is it bad very bad If I was a inspector the pub food kitchen would be closed till I knew it was operating properly ok it's a pub but sorry raven was the one an only for the chain of his pubs that no one could beat but if this is what it's going to be close the kitchen Wednesday is pensions day yet the two hours there no one have food so it's a bit bad,buck your staff up or shut kitchen down 👇 sorry cause I loved coming in to drink when Tina was boss an also loved food but sorry I had to ask for the table to be cleaned that was opening time, disgusting I have worked as a cleaner in pub and in the kitchen not good, sorry you would be shut if an inspector just came in without warning,also why are you not disabled friendly you need two handles at front of pub an rail at back,as really all pubs should be disabled friendly now not just to get in an out but toilets too, anyway thanks to girl behind bar today she was perlite and friendly so please sort your problems out thank you

Great beer and staff with a cheap and cheerful menu. A definite stop if you're in Wigan.

I mean, my first impression of this pub was kinda hampered by a woman bawling her eyes out, and making a scene just as soon as I had walked into the establishment (alcohol does tend to have that effect on people) — either way, the service was okay, and the decor was fairly rustic for the lack of a better word (which I liked) — either way (repetition), I was somewhat disturbed being in that establishment after that aforementioned introduction so maybe I’ll be back, and have a higher view of the place — or maybe I won’t, and won’t lol

Good boozers pub good selection of 🍺

Nice friendly pub and good atmosphere.

A busy town centre pub that keeps about 6 cask ales running on the bar.

I decided to call here for a beer and something to eat Thursday afternoon It wasn't that busy because of the time I was in The menu was mainly pies and sandwiches I had the steak and ale pie with chips mushy peas and gravy, the pies are home made but I thought the steak was a bit tough and pie a bit dry although the nice gravy did help The pub is very close to both train stations and being in the town center it has no car park would I go back again ? for a drink or two yes for food not so sure John

Must be a monday blues no food empty Pub good beer thats all you can say about the raven.

A great town centre pub, well kept ales and quality basic pub food. No fuss, no frills, just consistantly good. Although, today I lost my Raven Breakfast Virginity and it was well worth the wait. Quality on a Plate!

Bar Staff very rude on Saturday afternoon,visited this pub a number of times in the past but after yesterday it’s sad too say we won’t be calling in here again.We actually walked out before we got our drinks .

Didn't eat only went for a drink, beltin bar I loved it in there

Sunday nights at the raven are world class, live local singer in Mark Frith. The beer garden was bouncing,

Local beer is ok but regular beers overpriced

A traditional pub in the heart of Wigan. Convenient as a meeting place. Tetley's is almost always good they like serving the very pale beers that have become fashionable some are better than others. But they will usually let you try before you buy. Update: popped in for a pint and a pie with friends on a hot sunny mid may afternoon. Sat out in the beer garden which is a bit of a sun trap. I had a SUPERB chicken ham and leek pie with chips, mushy peas and gravy, my friends had the Stilton and steak. We would all highly recommend the pies. £10 for pie, chips and peas seems a lot but (as a bit of a miser myself) I thought it was worth it

Great selection of ales. Bit dirty though 👍

Had a Beer or two with Friends yesterday. Smashing Pub right in the centre of Wigan. Full of Character and Atmosphere!

Lovely old pub, friendly staff and good selection beers and food at reasonable prices

Like stepping back in time very art deco fixtures and fittings reasonably priced worth popping in for a pint

One of the few remaining pubs in Wigan Centre, good selection of 4 real ales

Good selection of cask beers especially as not all IPA’s or citrus flavoured! Our beers were well kept and cracking value.

Really good pub food, steak and black pudding pie, good beers vanilla stout and plum porter were lovely

Excellent choice of real ale good food and good atmosphere

Really good pub ,very warm and homely

Just called in, while in town. Always a great choice of Real Cask Ales and some of the best pub food in town. A great old world pub, with an extensive menu and awesome drinks selection. Staff are always friendly and high levels of customer service. Loyalty Card! A real town centre oasis.

An Architectural gem, tastefully decorated, 3 ales on the bar, the once proud Raven pub sign is rather worn, a shame, it would make the pub look so much more inviting from the outside with a refresh.

Clean and well presented staff, very attentive to customers needs. Also a very welcoming atmosphere . Enjoyed my visit today

Great food . Friendly staff. Drinks expensive.

Nice town centre pub. Excellent food, Italian 🍕 and trad. Wigan Pie 'n peas etc. Good selection of drinks but no cask ale when I last called in.

Great pub. Historic interior, excellent real ale and good value food.

Excellent service, fabulous tasting steak pie, full of character pub, well worth a return visit

Good pub with friendly staff. Good value food. Had 4 real ales on and change regularly.

Good traditional pub with a wide choice of beers

It's a very old pub in the town centre , The food was good but it didn't offer coffee, just a few minor things wrong I know it's an old pub and you don't change it but things like the seat coverings and cushions could do with refreshing and the toilets could do with doing up

Good pub good range of cask beers

Large traditional pub with good quality beer. First time visit & will return. Thursday was fairly quiet but expect busy Fri/Sat.

Best guinness I have had food also good quality and get busy at weekends wait times can be long fantastic pub

No j2o and bad tasting pepsi not a good start for a night out

Had a nice lunch here, food really good. Pies are really nice. I'm familiar with the Raven and always has been a friendly atmosphere

Food was lovely, my beloved and I enjoyed our meals and the nice and friendly atmosphere 😊.

Old fashioned pub in warm old Tetley colours has a Wednesday discount day for Cask Critics, which seems to bring in the numbers. Nice selection of hand-pulled ales and also food.

Pleasant pub to go and escape the hurly burly of a busy town centre on a Saturday night.

Food I've never seen on a menu before, "Fish Finger Butty", which I thought was very unique.

Definitely one of the best pubs in Wigan. Good beer, good food, plenty of interesting people, great atmosphere.

Adverage pub.does have a selection of beer including some real ales(craft ales).serves food,never eat there yet tho.staff not the quickest at times.has the only hidden beer garden in wigan.

Food was really good. Well priced too

great pub with friendly knowledgeable staff

Absolutely fantastic pub great staff very welcoming

Very helpful staff and a good selection of real ales . On Friday lunchtime there were probably a dozen or so drinkers and diners in the rear room whose visit was spoilt by 2 alchys swearing and being obnoxious. Just a shame the staff wouldn't turf them out.

If you're searching for a very wiganese experience you have to try it!

Great place good choice of ales

Really nice old pub in Wigan town centre. The interior is wonderful. Well worth going in for a look.

Always call in for a few pints when in Wigan as this is one of the pubs which has retained its character.

Great real ale away fans were welcome

Yes I have always liked the raven but sometimes the music can be a bit repetitive on a sunday. Apart from that good choice of beer.

One of the better town centre pubs.

We went into the Raven today for some home cooked food (love the food here), told at 28.05 the kitchen has stopped doing food. Asked for the manager who appeared immediately and said there was a misunderstanding. We were told that food was available and received it. The beer choice was excellent. Love this place.

Lovely place to visit but how ever little slack on hygiene

Quirky place for a drink quiet oldy worldy pleasent enough

Great pub in Wigan with good food and great food and ales.

Good pub, good beer, good food. 5 stars

Nice old school feel in this pub. Good beers

Sport on tv all afternoon, along with a good selection of real ales. Friendly staff and customers. I will definatley call in again.

5 of us visited for a few pints and lunch. Pie, chunky chips and mushy peas were very popular. Unfortunately the Steak & Ale Pie didn’t quite hit the spot with me or one of the others as it was very dry and over cooked. The Deception Pale Ale was good. The bright interior decor, lights and mirrors certainly an attraction to visit.

All the things a good pub should be.

Very expensive compared to nearby pubs. 2 cask pumps unused. The casks that were on, quite bland. Asked for Black Dragon cider sample and was very cloudy, undrinkable. Shame because has been a good place in the past.

Great old pub good beer and camra discount, all good.

Nice place to go and staff were very helpful and friendly

Seems to be going a bit off , food meyh , prices raised and not looking as clean recently I'm sorry to say .

This is my pub of choice when visiting Wigan. Really like the traditional interior of here. They have a good selection of beers, staff are pleasant and food is fine

Goood beer nice staff I didn't enjoy my food but think that was my choice in the meal should of had a pie

Traditional pub good atmosphere friendly staff

Nice place to go, good food, nice cosy fire

Again warm friendly and inviting.

Proper pub, proper grub ! Really loved the steak and black pudding pie with child and mushy peas. Pie had lots of filling, lovely pastry and great gravy. They know how to keep beer here. John Smith's went down very well.

Enjoyed a great meal here on Sunday. Staff are friendly and there's a nice atmosphere. The front of the pub is traditional and I assume what it was like on victorian times. Open fires and nice beer. Bit blokey but the other rooms suit everyone

Very friendly and cheerful and food is lively.

Had Brill Sunday dinner there today.

Nice but old fashioned I like it,staff very good and prices reasonable.. good outdoor space front and back in summer,basic food

Classic pub in all the right ways. Lovely staff, good range of booze, cosy atmosphere, decent beer garden with shelter.

Decent pint and surroundings at decent prices.

Not a bad pub oldy but a nice atmosphere people friendly.

It was quiet when I was in, staff were pleasant and helpful

Met friends fir a pre-Christmas meal. Really enjoyed it!