The Royal Oak in East Lindsey

Sunday lunch - a mixed bag for me. I'm a massive dog lover, but there were about 6 or 7 at various tables in the pub. As we left, even more were coming in with their dogs, some of which were large, boisterous & didn't seem entirely under control. In addition, one of the waitresses kept stopping to stroke them as she was delivering the Sunday lunches. I hope she was washing her hands in between. The pub was super busy, fair play to them, and the waiting staff were all friendly & attentive. It's clearly a very popular place, but not really my cup of tea, I prefer something a little bit more refined & where people have made a bit of an effort to dress for going out, rather than joggers & a hoodie. The food - well-priced and it was an above-average Sunday lunch. Lots of choice. The plates I found too small for the amount of food on them, little room for manoeuvre, a lack of seasoning on anything, the carrots were done whole & some were still very hard. On the plate was mash, large parnsip, 2 whole carrots, tenderstem broccoli, stuffing ball (undercooked), roast potato, thick slices of turkey, pot of cranberry sauce, small amount of gravy (extra was provided when we asked) and a huge Yorkshire pudding. Couldn't finish it all, found the portion a bit too much (odd complaint I know) and the plate too small. Presentation is key for me & it just wasn't there. Dessert was entirely different - fantastic presentation, really tasty & much more refined. Everyone in there seemed really happy, tables were turned around & full again very quickly & it's clearly a pub doing well & I'm really pleased for them. Mostly enjoyed what I had, but not somewhere I would rush back to, but that is just my preference, there wasn't anything really wrong with it.

Visited twice recently with my family. Food, staff, service, decor, cleanliness and atmosphere are absolutely spot on! A proper, traditional, cosy country pub.

We had Sirloin steak it was very dry we asked for cheesy chips with one of our steaks they bought skin on fries with the meal & then bought up our cheesy chips about 5 mins later the waitress was very nice though very helpful won’t be rushing back….

Visited today for lunch, had fish and chips and lemon cheesecake very very nice great atmosphere excellent staff and the food could not be better. All in all we'll be back thank you all

Came here Sunday just gone and was blown away with food quality and quantity! Great service from tall lad behind the bar and was very apologetic for long wait as the pub was understandably RAMMED! Today was a great contrast too when we came first. We came for pie night quite a few weeks ago and was far quieter than what was happening on Sunday. On arrival we are greeted by a different gent in a very clear “doesn’t want to be here” demeanour… when food arrived it was a wonderful size portion again, lovely chunks of meat and lots of chips - was left feeling very full, but also very parched. Never once did the server come back too us and twice we had to stand and wait by the bar for him too appear again, noticing the couple other tables within the rooms that seemed to be spying for him as well… even having a little joke with them. Would defiantly recommend and felt the need to review this time to show the big difference between visits, in case other new comers may not come back to an otherwise beautiful place because of one bad experience.

We were staying local for the new year , really fancies having steak and some good comforting food This place did not disappoint at all, the steak was cooked to perfection it can either a fresh salad , chips and onion rings as well as a Diane sauce. My partner and daughter had handmade steak pies , again both said they were great meals I’d laid over £50 for steak at a restaurant back home he steak at the Royal Oak exceeeded expectations and was way better ! Even better bonus was it was 50% off in a Monday

The food was great dog friendly and friendly staff we will be coming back to try some more food as we have a holiday home at tattershall

Very welcoming on arrival, Excellent service, excellent food. We had 4 different main courses and all four was enjoyed by all. Batemans XB went down a treat I can highly recommend.

An absolutely fabulous meal with impeccable service by Harry. Harry ran the bar, took the order, served the order and cleared up. His manner was calm and courteous and he did it all by himself with a smile on his face, absolute super star⭐ we were extremely impressed! Thank Harry for making our night fabulous!

Excellent Homity pie vegetarian Sunday lunch and traditional Sunday lunch. Great service and surroundings.

Very disappointed with our meals. I chose Hommity Pie ….. which was too greasy to eat, stuffing ball wasn’t crispy just stodgy, along with a huge Yorkshire pudding . My partners beef was bland, altogether a let down and expensive. Wine and chocolate dessert were good thankfully . Sorry will not be returning. The amount of food left on our plates and on other tables should be taken notice of and noted that you are getting something wrong. .

We were a large party of 12 - the staff were friendly and attentive and the food was delicious. The menu was varied and had plenty of choice - everyone really enjoyed what they had. Nice lively atmosphere.

The roast dinner was delicious and well worth the money. Staff very friendly and welcoming Would definitely recommend

What an amazing place! We had our wedding reception here and the staff went above and beyond to make sure the night was a massive success! The food was amazing and there was nothing too much trouble. Nicola and all of her staff decorated the entire place with so much love and attention to detail! Absolutely over the moon with our experience and would highly recommend you use them when looking for a venue. Thanks again Nicola you were amazing!!

Staying at tattersall lakes, wanted to eat of site, stumbled across this place, glad we did only 10 mins down the road. Great service, nice pub. Dog friendly. Food really tasty, portions sizes are huge, really good value.

We hadn’t finished the stater when the main course came out the waiter said it was the industry stranded to allow 15 minutes for the starter and left both main and starter on the table and left use to it there are allot of pubs looking for business selling pub crub the food was poor the service even worse believe me there are much better alternatives that want your business

Omg the food the service and the drink selection and the atmosphere here was fantastic I wish I had a pub like this one here at home in Australia

HUGE Sunday lunch. Dog friendly, clean, cosy, friendly. No faults whatsoever. This needs 100 characters so just filling the gap.

Stopped off on our way from Leicester to Butlins, just stumbled across as it looked like it had a nice garden for the kids. Food was excellent, very good service and prices were good value. They even put a bouncy castle up for the kids...

Had Sunday lunch and then went back the next evening. The MOST beautiful Sunday roast and lasagne the next day. Wonderful sponge pudding. Great service. 👍

Found this gem of a restaurant on the drive to Skegness and just popped in for food and what a lovely family run place and didn’t have to book and we got to sit in the lovely beer garden the staff were really welcoming and...

has very good food and service, our waiter was super nice and friendly the portions were very large.

It’s very hard to find a traditional English pub/restaurant nowadays that gets it right but this family run business ticks every box. Great welcome, lovely atmosphere, friendly, passionate and professional service and of course the food wow, everything cooked as it should be (which says...

This is a must place to go for Sunday lunch great choice good value for money staff always look after you with a smile .it has got a large seating area outside with comfortable seats and tables for when the sun shines!

We have just had the most amazing Sunday lunch today, absolutely delicious, the best we have had since our move to this part of Lincolnshire . The whole team were so friendly and helpful, we can’t wait to return …..soon , thank you all,

We, a small party of four adults (family and friends), went to the Royal Oak on Mon 240423 for an evening meal. Both food and service were first rate! - a truly enjoyable experience 👍😊. And to top it all it was excellent VfM 👍👍....

This was our second visit to this gorgeous pub and once again we were not disappointed! We both had the beef and just wow! It came piping hot and plentiful, especially the meat, which is what you want! Nicola was extremely friendly, as were the...

This pub restaurant was the only place we could find to get food on Easter Sunday. A cosy but popular venue, with the best roast dinner I have EVER had! It was huge, and was very hot. At £15 I thought it was excellent value,...

Just stopped randomly on way back home. Had Sunday dinner. It was bloody amazing. Dog friendly and great place. I’d bring my in-laws here. It’s so nice.

This pub has a great friendly staff - and the food was the best I have had in a long time. Friendly environment - and great service

We would like to say a HUGE thank you to all of the staff for the surprise party that we held here today. They were accommodating, helpful, prompt and welcoming. The buffet was perfect with a delicious variety of food. We can’t say thank you...

We visited this lovely thatched pub for a family meal with our grandson and our boxer dog on Saturday the staff were welcoming and helpful and the food was really good. All three meals we ordered were great and the staff made a fuss of...

Had heard about this place from friends who had been for Sunday lunch. We had booked a table on the same night as the Michael Jackson tribute act. Food was lovely, great service, welcoming atmosphere, and the tribute act was phenomenal. Will definitely be returning...

Great food and excellent service Went on a recommendation from a friend Quiet little bar and seating area Separate section for food Quaint pub with lovely outdoor seating too Owner so accommodating for Coeliac Will return here soon Highly recommended

Excellent lunch today, carefully prepared, generous portions and good value for money. Well recommended to anyone who hasn’t discovered The Royal Oak yet!

How to banish those winter blues!! Booking into the Royal Oak on a Thursday for the Lunch Club! The food was fantastic, wonderfully presented and tasting so homely and warming. A nice warm fire, lots of folks in, so a really nice way to catch...

Just has a delicious meal here with my husband and children. Very warm welcome and nicely decorated pub. Had vegetarian options which was good for me. My husband had the chilli and was very impressed with the freshness and taste. Best meal we've had in...

What a superb place this is, 6 seated for a Thursday Lunch and no disappointments. All very impressed with the Food, Drinks, Cleanliness and Service. Our Relatives who we were visiting live local and what a recommendation, Cant fault the place and when we return...

Do not eat breakfast the day you go for sunday lunch! Lovely pub. Took wifey for sunday lunch on a friend’s recommendation. ( he didn’t recommend my wife, he recommended the pub, just to be clear) We just had the main which, when it arrived,...

Fantastic place , puppy friendly , beautiful garden and lovely bar area visited twice in our stay to Boston , really lovely food and lovely staff would highly recommend if you are in the area , locals your very lucky 🍀 to have such a...

Came here on the way back from Skegness a few weeks ago, what a lovely little find! We were that impressed we came back again this week as we were in the area again- even the young man who was waiting on us remembered us!...

Very dissatisfied with my meal at the Royal Oak Mareham le Fen. I ordered chicken and bacon salad with croutons. The chicken which was 3 pieces was completely inedible, I couldn’t even put my fork into it. When the Barman came to take our plates...

Regularly pass this pub on way to coast but have not been in since it reopened after a refurbishment and then Covid. Called in on spec for an early evening meal and was pleased we did. Friendly service and good food. Pub style menu and...

Driving from Grantham towards Skegness with a friend we decided to look for somewhere to stop for lunch. Having no knowledge of the area we chose the Royal Oak at random and were so glad we did. The crispy seafood platter was delicious. The welcome...

The young barman was friendly, polite and very helpful. Nothing was too much trouble. A relaxed atmosphere and even a bouncy castle in the lovely beer garden. The food was delicious, presented well and plenty of it! Would definitely recommend to anyone!

Cosy pub with friendly staff. We had chicken, ham and leek pie, pulled pork burger, childrens chicken goujons and childrens fish fingers. All were delicious! The pub is dog friendly which meant our dog could sit under our table while we ate inside. We appreciated...

We Booked in for a very late Sunday lunch and our needs were accommodated. Usual exceptional service from the staff and the food was hot and really delicious. A very warm welcome to a very popular venue. I can’t wait for the warmer weather to...

We attended here recently as a party of 10, 6 adults and 4 children. We ordered 5 beef dinners, and 1 pork dinner, alongside 4 child’s meals (turkey and pork children’s dinners) upon discussing extra meat with out waiter we were advised that you are...

The service was excellent and the food was fantastic. Just what we needed after a long day at the beach with the little ones! We will definitely return

Fantastic meal Saturday so we returned the following day for Sunday lunch, which was also excellent. Dog friendly (unlike other pubs in the area who claimed to be dog friendly but told us on arrival we could only take them in the garden). All the...

We decided to try the 'local' pub today with friends after recently moving to the area. The pub is decorated beautifully and the open fire was much appreciated on a very cold, wet day! Charlie who served us was amazing, very friendly, helpful and chatty....

Staying at Tattersall lakes and we’d been out for a Drive to Skegness. On the way back we were looking for somewhere to stop for late lunch. As there was 8 plus a dog we knew we were in for a challenge but we stopped...

Return visit from a very negative experience pre Covid where I vowed never to return. Don’t know if have a New chef but we went for Sunday lunch and it was really lovely. Portions huge,pleased I never had starter. Made room for a dessert and...

We got a warm welcome at this pub, the log fire was blazing and a member of staff was there to greet us and take our drinks order. The soup was tasty without being too spicy and the mains were generous portions. All veg were...

Stopped by Sunday afternoon for a drink with our poodle Freddy ,haven’t been for a couple of years ,new owners lovely people ,great atmosphere, very busy ,the food looked delicious, we had already eaten but my husband fitted in a pudding ,he really enjoyed it...

My partner and I decided to try one of the Sunday lunches after reading the reviews. Definitely a great decision. A lovely, clean pub and very friendly staff. Both of us chose the Roast Beef. The portions were huge. My plate never seemed to end!!...

We received a warm welcome from Charlie who couldn't do enough for us and looked after us extremely well. The food was cooked perfectly, was very tasty and the generous portions were very good value for money

We have just moved our caravan to Chapel Hill and took a trip to Ingoldmells passing the Royal Oak on our way. It is such a beautiful quaint place with a thatched roof that you really cannot miss it. We decided to go out for...

Best Dinner I have had in a long time, great service and reasonably priced. Will definitely be back.

Dropped in on the way back from Skegness and I have to say what a gem the Royal Oak is. The pub itself is stunning, the personal service, food and drink were second to non. A place I would and will be recommending very highly...

The food was well presented the staff excellent great atmospher, will definitely be going back again 👍👍👍

Booked in for Sunday lunch for Father's Day. Our table of 4 ordered 2 x beef and 2 x turkey, a great roast with all the trimmings, very tasty and fresh. The staff were all really friendly and especially Charlie who had a great sense...

Booked a table for 2 on a Saturday night. We were shown straight to our table by a friendly young man who made sure we were happy with the Covid restrictions and had log onto the NHS website. Drinks came shortly after ordering them and...

Cannot recommend enough! We stopped here as all the food places at out holiday park were full and it was so worth it! Looked quiet from the outside but food was superb and fresh, the young guy serving was so friendly and attentive! A must...

Staying in the area at Tattershall lakes. After reading reviews we tried here. We all had roast beef sunday dinner. Outstanding! Everyone enjoyed their meals. Place is very clean and cracking staff. We will definitely be back when in the area. Highly recommended!

We called on the off chance on a Sunday dinner and although full they allowed us to sit in the garden space for food. Between the 6 of us we had soup (delicious although a small portion but what do you want from a starter)....

Can not fault this restaurant. from the start, attentive friendly staff. The menu is not overwhelming but more than adequate to suit me and my family dietary requirements lol. We had two beef, one turkey, and one three meats Sunday dinners. WOW wasn't expecting this....

Visited here on a Saturday afternoon following a trip to the beach. Lots of choice on the menu for adults, no children’s menu but plenty of starts and sides to choose from for little ones. We had burgers which were huge, and the toddler had...

We Visited the Royal Oak last Sunday in our way home from tattershall lakes country park and had the best Sunday lunch we have ever had at the Royal Oak. we rang to book a table last minute and the staff were really helpful and...

Fantastic Steaks, great service four steaks all different but all cooked to perfection. Great presentation. Mouth watering . Left wanting to go back soooo good.

We received a lovely welcome when entering the pub which was great as it was cold & miserable outside. The bar was well stocked with a good selection of beers and gins. The menu had plenty of choices and I picked the fish & chips...

Came on the off chance lookin for some food because everywhere is basically shut mid-week. WHAT A FIND! Walked inside greeted by super friendly staff called Frankie. We ordered the Camembert and it was mint. Even better was the brownie. The perfect way to end...

We decided to use our local to have a catch up before Xmas and booked a table so we could have food. The food, atmosphere and staff were fantastic. Would definitely recommend this place for food. Our table was waited on by Frankie and she...

Excellent service, beautiful food, friendly staff, value for money, well worth a visit, we will definitely visit again

We visited the restaurant with my elderly father 95 years old and his partner my brother and his wife and myself and my husband. Having lived in the village for many years my father is very pleased the pub is open again. We all live...

After being told the pub serves hot food on a Monday evening, which is very rare in this area, my friend and I decided to visit. I was a bit wary, as other friends had not been at all impressed with the previous management's efforts....

I have been to almost all the live music nights, but tonight was beyond amazing! Michael bublé was superb with plenty of drink and nibbles too go around, Always a pleasure being served by the bar staff who make you feel like family, almost like...

Driven passed this pub so many times and never been in, until today! Wow is all I can say! Spotless, cosy, modern yet traditional, friendly barmaid/waitress and the food is to die for!! My husband and I both had pies and they were the best...

Had a small family early evening meal at the Royal Oak in Mareham le Fen it was excellent (as always) - very tasty and wholesome Lincolnshire fayre as well as delivering true VfM. The service was first rate - especially Aaron who was very friendly...

Lovely Sunday lunch here roast beef and a great variety of vegetables gravy very tasty, waitress very attentive and helpful. Good atmosphere looking forward to next visit.

Stopped here today after trying to find somewhere dog friendly to have lunch. Really glad we did! Attentive and friendly staff who brought water and treats for our dog without us asking. Wonderful food and beer that were really well priced means we will definitely...

Best Sunday lunch for miles all freshly cooked reasonably priced well worth a visit best to book to be sure of a table open all day for food bonus

Miles from anywhere, this is hard to find, but worth the effort! Full of character, it's one of the oldest pubs around, with very low beams, open fires and plenty of cosy atmosphere. Courteous service from the landlord who really seemed to care that we...

We visited the Royal Oak for Sunday lunch. The roast was excellent, quality ingredients and good portion size, followed by a very tasty sticky toffee pudding. When we visited there was live music on, and all the restaurant rooms plus bar area were full, so...

The staff have always been very friendly when we visit. This place is very clean and the food that we have tried has been lovely.

Thought that we would give Steak Night a go, as the Sunday Lunch had previously been very good. I was slightly disappointed, as unfortunately my rump steak was very sinewy, my husbands steak was much more tender. The restaurant was not very busy but when...

Visited weekday lunch with our dog, very dog friendly! Had fish finger sandwich and open steak sandwich. Good size portions and freshly cooked to order. Good service and nice atmosphere.

We have just had a lovely meal at the royal Oak everything was great from the service and especially the food. Will definitely come again

This is a lovely country pub where a warm welcome awaits with lovely helpful staff and the best Sunday lunch I have had in a long time. Well worth a visit for anyone who wants a nice drive and excellent food

We went to the Royal Oak for a tea-time meal. We were made to feel extremely welcome - the customer care and service were first rate. The food was good and tastey and plentiful (more than enough for each of us). If you are in...

I went here with family for lunch and had a lovely meal. The pub had a lovely welcoming atmosphere with beautiful food. Will definitely come back here again when we are next in the area!

A pretty pub with a thatched roof. Looks recently renovated. Very pleasant young lady serving. Well presented food and very tasty. Will certainly be calling again.

Early afternoon visit on a sunny day so sat in garden, had a few beers / gins and a lovely meal. I had Bacon & Cheese on my Beef Burger while my wife had the Halloumi Burger - both came with skin on fries and...

We happened upon this little gem on a trip out. I’m pleased to say it has recently reopened after a closure. The mushroom risotto was really pleasant and Kelsey was delightful. There were obviously a few nerves, no great surprise, but they are working hard...

Great to see the Royal Oak open again, so we sampled the Sunday Lunch, which was very good. Choice of meat for the Sunday roast + starter and pudding is very good value. When we visited the pub had only recently reopened and they had...

Ok so: the new management team have just taken over, all in all an excellent start. The grounds are clean and tidy the general appearance of the pub looks ok. The menu has some nice items together with the traditional village pub fayre you would...

Called in here at lunchtime, on a day out for my birthday. Quite busy, but plenty of room for parking. From the menu, which is a bit too expansive, we both chose steak and ale pie. This wasn't available as "it hadn't come in yet",...