The Royal Oak at Candlesby in East Lindsey

I live locally and when I last visited for a meal the food was excellent. Sadly however the Royal Oak pub is now closed and is being offered for sale. The good news is that it is under offer, so if a sale is agreed we may see it reopen, fingers crossed😀

What a disappointment my wife and I visited Friday lunch time at 1.45pm after taking my aged mother for an appointment at pilgrim we had been recommended to visit by friends. After ascertaining that it was open until 2.30 we got mother into wheelchair and after a struggle got mother up steps into pub ( the easiest access was locked) we were advised by the lady behind the bar that food service had finished. Whilst waiting for my wife and mother to use facilities a table of 4 were served what looked to be nice food. The lady behind bar did let us out of the easiest access. Working in hospitality my self I now know why so many pubs are closing this needs to be addressed service is key!!!

Visited here for a quick lunch. Varied menu plus specials. Chose chicken and beef stew. Excellent, prompt service and good food. Well worth the stop.

Yet another fantastic visit to this village pub and eatery. The steak night is excellent value for money and the service fantastic. Nothing is too much trouble for the family operators and it's great to see a Lincolnshire village pub encouraging customers from the surrounding area to come and try their offerings. I will certainly be visiting again in the very near future.

Had some family down so booked in for six ppl. There was 3 choices of roast. Everybody enjoyed their meal. Would recommend it.

Had a great stay and will stay again Gordie and his wife are lovely hosts and very welcoming wish I could give an higher rating than a 5

We’ve driven by this pub dozens of times but this was our first visit. Externally it looks like a typical village pub of the Victorian era with little ‘kerb appeal’ - definitely not a pretty country inn! Inside it lacked any charm and was in need of some refurbishment/redecoration and improvements to the random furnishings. However it was surprisingly busy with a mixed clientele of older couples eating and groups of younger people drinking at the bar, outside and in the pool room. The welcome seemed genuine and the atmosphere was definitely informal, although we felt the general organisation and service was rather shambolic. We were dealt with by 4 different people and no one seemed to actually be in charge of providing menus, taking orders, clearing tables, etc. which left us somewhat confused. On the plus side the food was very good, generous portions, unfussy presentation, but sensibly priced. The desserts were almost certainly off-the-shelf, microwaved type but were quite tasty. Overall it was a reasonable meal but in surroundings that lacked ambience and with an attitude that was so informal and laid back that it was missing any customer service, so we didn’t really enjoy the evening. We won’t be rushing back, but we may return to check it out at sometime in the future.

Have been here several times in past few weeks for meals out with family and friends. Always welcomed. Staff very friendly. Nothing too much trouble. Good is delicious and plentiful. All plates were emptied. Good selection of meals to suit everyone at very reasonable prices. Will definitely be returning on near future and recommending. Thank you.

Went there last night and enjoyed 2 excellent meals. The service was top notch and there was a great atmosphere about the place. Will definitely go again, and soon.

I pay frequent visits to this establishment and it gets better on each occasion. The food has always been good and the staff are keen to satisfy. You are made to feel welcome and nothing is too much trouble.

after being recommended here time after time by friends in the area, we choose to visit for sunday lunch with the kids, the service was outstanding with the bar staff and waitress an absolute pleasure to talk to! the food was INCREDIBLE and the kids adored they’re massive icecream sundaes!! amazing atmosphere with polite service, will be 100% calling again very very soon!!!!!!

We had a lovely meal steak was cooked has requested, staff was very friendly, our visit was a real birthday treat, we went back for Sunday lunch and had an enjoyable tasty meal ,we will certainly be going again , would highly recommend

Fantastic food great atmosphere brilliant staff definitely would come back again I really cannot fault the evening is was my wife’s birthday and they all bent over backwards to make it a very special evening

Food awful staff not helpful at all no atmosphere what more can I add the pub is lacking something oh yes customer service

I would highly recommend this place, family friendly and such a good laugh with the people who own it. Love the Sunday dinners and the steak is the best I’ve ever had!

This is our second visit since hearing that new owners had taken over. What a transformation. The food, the service and the pleasantness of the staff made it a “I want to return again soon” situation. None present could fault it. Well done all!

I cannot remember how many times we have passed this pub and never bothered stopping. On this occasion it was one of those 'meant to be' visits.

Happened to stay here by accident, and it was the best accident ever. Absolutley lovely place and staff do more than enough to make sure sure your okay. Room was spotless and best nights sleep me and mrs had, and came down to one of best cooked breakfasts weve had. Ill definatley be staying here again, was lovely and in such a nice place. Highly reccomended!

if you are ever in the area call in you will not be disappointed.Food is very good and prices are not unfair.

Stopped here after seeing Gunby Hall where the cafe proved to be a big disappointment. The food was extremely tasty and portions were of a good size. I have pan fried salmon, new potatoes and peas - my husband had gammon egg chips and peas. Desserts were sticky toffee pudding and strawberry bomb, both of which were divine and twice the size we expected - didn't go to waste though!

We have visited the Royal Oak with friends over a number of years, but in October last year we were extremely disappointed in how standards had fallen.

Our son wanted to go for a family meal for his 18th birthday. Only one choice the mighty Oak. As always the food was excellent we had the table for the entire evening. We had a mixture of steaks, burgers and curry and everything was cooked to perfection. The hosts are so welcoming and friendly, just wish l still lived in the village so the Oak was nearer to us.

Great people good food great hosts rooms very clean and spacious, they really look after you booking in again

The welcome. The service. The food and quality, and, price all very good. Thoroughly enjoyed the meal.

Sixteen of us descended for lunch and the food and service was excellent. Would definitely recommend

Excellent pub, wonderful food and service great for gluten free. Nothing too much trouble. Definitely worth a visit.

Lovely friendly place really 0good homemade food dogs welcome well worth a visit you won't be disappointed

All i can say is we went to the pub for a meal to celebrate a dear friends birthdayand it turn out to be a smashing evening.

We had always just not bothered, well we did it this week with friends and what a great place. Staff are fab, food is really good at a good price. The menu is very extensive and you would have to be extra picky not to find a dish you would enjoy. Why not 5 stars?? I'm not sure possibly a bit of lack of atmosphere but not the pubs fault , large shoot party in who were very loud and took the room over a bit to much. I will update after next visit!

We always go for a family meal for my mum's birthday. This year she booked the Royal Oak. 6 adults and 1 child. We arrived at 12 and after a very warm welcome we were shown to our table. The table was in a corner so we didn't have anyone walking passed which was really nice. The lovely bubbly waitress took our order, choice of beef, pork or turkey. We had a mix of beef and turkey. The food soon arrived with 2 jugs of home-made gravy. Roast potatoes, stuffing, peas, carrots, cabbage, mashed potatoes and homemade Yorkshire pudding. The beef was so tender and the couple that had turkey said how moist it was. The desserts were excellent. I used to live in the village many years ago and can honestly say the pub was never this good with both food and atmosphere. Photo is the Strawberry bomb.

We as a family have eaten at The Royal Oak a few times and the food is lovely , we have eaten off the weekly menu , Friday night fish n chips and twice off the sunday lunch menu, the food is great , the location is beautiful and the staff are friendly and helpful , the Wednesday night quiz is fun , all in all its a lovely friendly pub in a great location .

We as a family have eaten at The Royal Oak a few times and the food is lovely , we have eaten off the weekly menu , Friday night fish n chips and twice off the sunday lunch menu, the food is great , the location is beautiful and the staff are friendly and helpful , the Wednesday night quiz is fun , if you like a game of pool the landlord is easy to beat ( he thinks he's good but when you beat him he has a bad eye excuse ) all in all its a lovely friendly pub in a great location .

We have visited the Royal Oak for a number of years and have always been impressed with the food and cleanliness of the premises.

Were recommended to go here for a meal & we were not disappointed.Had lunch with 3 friends & everything was excellent. Food was fresh & hot.

Been here 4 times this year and never had a bad meal and everyone I have took there has enjoyed their meals very homely and lovely staff

Absolutely lovely stay. Food, bedrooms,drinks and hosts were outstanding- felt so relaxed my entire stay. It also caters to everyone; vegetarians, dog lovers etc. Cannot wait to come back, and I can't recommend it enough.

All round good value. Good food, good beer, clean and welcoming. Lovely beer garden. I did not use them but noted electric hook ups available for caravans.

The pub is located off the A158 so you cant miss it. It has a large bar area and larger dining area off the bar so it can accommodate a coach load of visitors.

Great Sunday lunch, lovely atmosphere with friendly service, very accommodating to everyone's needs.

Nice meal, quick and good service. Well kept beer nice friendly atmosphere. Good place to call on a trip to the coast.

Went with 3 friends had steak which was cooked to perfection generous portions and strawberry sundae which was lush.friendly staff in a nice cosy atmosphere