The Wheatsheaf in Rutland

Excellent food and service. Friendly. Dogs allowed in bar and garden. Not a place for a quick meal but the wait is worth it.

Another fantastic lunch at The Wheatsheaf today. All of our starters and main courses had clearly been carefully planned by the chef and were perfectly cooked and presented. A special mention is needed for the steamed Fowey mussels that were as fresh as you would find at a West Country harbourside restaurant. The service was impeccable as ever.

Stunning building, but I don’t know why they call themselves dog friendly… there was nothing friendly about them. Me and my sister came with our dog and who I assume was the manager behind the bar instantly looked annoyed and unapproachable which made us want to leave but we felt to awkward too. What I gather is 1) they are not dog friendly 2) they make the most effort with the locals.

Another fabulous night with excellent food drinks and service. The homemade bread and flavoured butter served alongside balsamic vinegar and olive oil a delicious start to our gastronomic experience. I had a lovely pear blue cheese and pecan salad and my husband made fresh oysters both terrific. I had the Cornish cod as main course which was absolutely delicious. I can’t recommend this place enough one of the best places I’ve ever visited and eaten in. Please book well in advance as it’s extremely popular.

Best lunch I've had ever...... Highly recommend 👌

Me and my boyfriend went in on a whim because we got turned away at another pub and we were so glad they had a table for us. The weather was lovely, so we sat outside and had a few pints and one of their open sandwiches. Both the ladies behind the bar and the gentleman that came out to serve us were lovely and made us feel very accommodating. Will definitely return in the future

Have visited The Wheatsheaf on a few occasions, and every single time it never fails to disappoint. We took friends (and 3 dogs) that hadnt been before for a 50th birthday and we all had fantastic food with awesome service. Scott is a superb host, staff are lovely and we always have a great time as well. If your gluten-free like myself, you will be amazed at the options available get yourself booked in!

Once again an amazing meal. We were treated by a friend who is a regular for our wedding anniversary and arrived to find a lovely card on our table congratulating us on our wedding anniversary from Scott, Carol and the team which was unexpected and made our day. As it was a Sunday we had the roast beef for me and the crispy belly pork for Nick. They were both delicious and the Yorkshire pudding! Wow is all I can say. It was enormous. The veg were tasty and cooked perfectly and the roast potatoes were something else. I pride myself on making good roasties but these were on another scale! As we had both had the delicious home made bread and starters, sadly we couldn’t manage a dessert although they all looked lovely and we were tempted to try. 😉. The service from everyone was impeccable and we really enjoyed our meal. Big call out to Scott whose attention to detail and service is outstanding. The whole team are what makes this place so good. We have been a few times over the years and have never had a bad experience here. I only wish we were more organised and could remember to book ahead as this place is so popular. 10/10 for food and service. Thank you for a lovely meal.

Scott and his staff at the Wheatsheaf are welcoming, highly attentive, they work with professional and with charm. The daily changing menu is interesting, inventive, and created by a chef with both expertise and presentation style. A varied wine list is sensibly priced and should satisfy most tastes - with a selection available by the glass and carafe – complemented by well-kept beers and lagers. We thought that this was a ‘find’ for us which, judging by the number of patrons, was a shared opinion.

Just called in for a coffee after a walk. The coffees were small but very tasty, just after we arrived we saw food being served to another table in the bar and it looked amazing, this was confirmed by all four plates being cleared by the customers. We asked to see a menu explaining that we had just eaten so unfortunately wouldn't be eating, no problem said the landlord. Prices were not extortionate and we will definitely eat there next time. Lots of pleasant staff and the place was large, spacious and clean. Dogs are welcome. Large car park at the rear and the entrance looked easy access for wheelchairs

What a beautiful pub! We visited here 3 times, twice for drinks and once for food! We had an open steak sandwich and a ham one (with extra cheese!) and we were not disappointed! The service was fab, it’s definitely one to visit if you’re in the area! We will be back! The cyclists from Essex!

We visited for lunch with 2 friends on Bank Holiday Monday. We were warmly welcomed and enjoyed a pre lunch drink in the sunny garden. The special lunch menu had plenty of options for us all. Everything was fresh, tasty and we all enjoyed our meal

Fabulous food, lovely surroundings and such friendly staff

we have eaten here a few times when visiting friends who live close by, the food and service is always excellent and the wine choices great, a fabulous place that we look forward too.

the food and service was excellent it is also good for people in wheel chairs would highly recommend this establishment

Sad - this used to be a nice friendly pub. Called in for a drink, we were on our way to a BBQ so didn’t want anything to eat. There was a menu on the side so we were looking at it whilst waiting for our drinks to be poured We thought that we may return another day for something to eat. The barmaid returned with our drinks and asked: “Have you booked?” We replied “No”. She snatched the menu away and told us they were fully booked and the menu was only left there for someone else to order that had booked. We didn’t know if that meant we shouldn’t stay to have a drink too but she gave us those and charged us. So we sheepisly grabbed a table outside, necked our drinks and went to the Plough up the road that was such a better pub, really nice and friendly service. Lots of customers were ordering food at the Plough from a pizza man in the garden and we heard from locals that the previous night - an Argentina meat night - was fantastic. Good they served a different style of food each evening. Lovely friendly pub with great selection of drinks too.

An amazing place to eat and enjoy a great selection of drinks. The service is impeccable. The food is absolutely amazing. We can not recommend this place enough. The attention to detail is second to none !!! Outstanding in every aspect. Everything is home cooked with great care and high quality produce . My absolute favourite place to eat above any Michelin star restaurants. It’s sublime and must try.

Superb food, great friendly service that seriously goes out of it's way to please. Try as I might, I cannot find a single negative.

Excellent country pub with great quality food. Our party tried the pate, camembert, steak tartare, terrine and cod cheeks starters. All were superb - well presented and delicious. For mains we had tiger prawns, duck breast, pork belly and steak. Again a good selection of the menu and not a single "miss" - everything was delicious. Good selection of ales and wines (I had a light vinho verde which was lovely). Would recommend visiting if in the area as I'm not sure you'll find better quality food unless you travel much further afield.

What a find! We were having a short break in the area and took a chance on this pub restaurant for dinner. Great menu, delicious food, and efficient and friendly service. Wish we lived nearer and could return soon.

Can't speak more highly for the Wheatsheaf consistent excellent food quality and service.

Food fantastic, service fantastic, atmosphere fantastic, love it

Delicious food every time we visit!

Great place - food looked good too but just had a couple of pints in the garden. Cleanest pub toilets I have visited in a long time

Wonderful food and enjoyable time with friends.

It's been a pleasure every time to visit the Wheatsheaf on many occasions over the years since my parents moved into the area, and where I also now live. The staff have always been very welcoming and attentive, and Scott and Carol have worked hard to earn a well deserved reputation for fabulous food, an awesome selection of wines, wholesome beers, and friendly hospitality in the region. I think I have tried most dishes on the menu and never been disappointed. It's hard to pick a favourite, but if you're undecided my dad invariably chooses the pork belly when it's on, and mum loves the panna cotta. It's well worth asking Scott for wine recommendations to go with your meal if you're not the designated driver, his knowledge is remarkable, although I prefer a pint of beer. Beautiful pub, gorgeous food and drink, and wonderful people. Highly recommended.

Food was super,well presented and good service.

Unpleasant services at the bar when ordering pints, that was my second visit and may not return One member of your staff, lady, she is unpleasant to the point that I really think it is no point to go back to your pub, small minded and rude Have a chat with your staff so they at least put an act when handing people from outside Greetham village, because it almost looks like you just want to deal and serve locals

Ate here with friends on Easter Sunday. Fautless in every aspect. Loved it. Crispy pork belly was to die for.

Enjoyed a delicious lunch here on our first visit toThe Wheatsheaf. Staff were attentive and friendly. Beer was kept well with reasonable range. We ate off the lunch menu with a choice of 2 options on each course. Very well cooked and presented. Also decaff coffee that tasted like coffee. Great lunch and recommend.

Stunning - nothing else to say. Fantastic food, service by friendly staff.

Staying in the area and searched for a pub with nice food and reviews pointed us in this direction. We are not disappointed, friendly staff clean and welcoming pub and not forgetting the lovely well presented food. Fab Sunday lunch and a fair price, tick tick tick made my wife happy and a happy wife is a happy life for me. Thanks Team Wheatsheaf 👏👏👏👍

The best food around by far, Scott, Carol and their wonderful team always going above and beyond, always welcoming, we have been coming since 2008 and each meal has been just perfect! thank you Scott, Carol and Team - Steph and Chris Shelton xxx

We've been coming to the Wheatsheaf for at least 8 years when we stay nearby in our caravan. Fabulous food and lovely service

Had lunch there for the first time Been in for drink before and general atmosphere made us want to come back Great food and service Very friendly pub , made to feel like a valued regular customer

What a great place! The menu has a bit of everything, seafood, meat, vegetarian, and it tasted amazing. Oysters and mussels were so fresh and tasty, home made bread is a nice touch. Staff are all really friendly, we could have sat there all afternoon! Wines are good and well priced, the pace was perfect for us - we like time to digest each course before the next arrives. How have we never been before!? Highly recommend and can’t wait to return.

This was our second visit and it was as fantastic as the first. Large portions, beautifully presented and excellent value; it rarely gets better than this...got to be the best eatery in Rutland.

Not the first time we've lunched here and it definitely won't be last! The food, service and general atmosphere Of the wheatsheaf are excellent. Looking forward to next time.

First visit here on recommendation from a friend to have Sunday lunch for my partners birthday. We arrived half an hour early for our booking but were made to feel very welcome and well looked after. The meal was fabulous, hot, tasty & well presented. Very, very impressed with the impeccable service by the waiting/ serving staff - friendly, efficient & nothing was too much trouble, they are all a credit to the proprietors and add a huge value to the experience Good service added to the excellent food is a 10 out of 10 from us. On a side note, it’s a stroke of genius to set the tables for the number of diners ie remove unnecessary chairs - 2 diners = 2 chairs, 3 diners = 3 etc Overall we’d highly recommend and will return soon to try the mid week menu which looked s amazing PS - they also gave a birthday card & candle on his dessert without me requesting

Fantastic food and excellent service. You will not be disappointed . The staff were very friendly despite the massive workload a credit to the owners .

The nobody can take the excellence of this pub compact and clean, doesnt disappoint. Food is of a London standard taste is sublime and ingredients are exceptional. Well balanced menu and well priced Service in informal yet formal and very friendly but not over bearing Great team but food wins hands down

Another superb experience and meal. The service is excellent and the ambience great. The homemade bread is delicious served with flavoured butter, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. We had cauliflower soup with curry oil and fresh mussels cooked in tomato, chorizo and chilli 🌶️ both starters were outstanding. My husband had soft shell crab with salad and a side of homemade chips. Whilst I went for the amazing Skrei Cod served on a potato cake, spinach, broccoli and samphire butter sauce. The drinks choice is fantastic and the wine exceptional. I cannot recommend this place enough you will not be disappointed.

A local treasure. We visit regularly after one of the lovely walks around. The staff are all very welcoming and friendly, especially the owner. The food is absolutely amazing and offer many options which you don't find every day, like garlic snails and white wine mussels. The best cheeseboard by far, which changes cheese options regularly, from local sources.

Well presented and cooked courses served by enthusiasm

Warm welcome, fantastic service, delicious food and good value! We booked a table for 7 for a Saturday lunch in mid December. This was a family gathering/get together for a birthday celebration and included those from ages 3-70. We were warmly welcomed and shown to our table - a birthday card from the wheatshef team was a nice touch. Drinks were ordered and menus reviewed - great choices and everyone was able to find something they liked. They had a lovely fresh homemade children’s menu also. Starters ordered included Oysters (beautifully fresh) Baked Camembert Smoked salmon with sweetcorn pancakes Potted crayfish Steamed mussels All were absolutely delicious The bread was fantastic and served with seaweed butter. Mains included roast duck breast with a berry sauce, tiger prawns, roast pork belly, bavette steak. Food was lovely, generous portions and the pork crackling was out of this world. The only slight improvement was the bavette steak here was cut somewhat thickly so had a touch more chew than in past experience . A well curate wine list was offered and it’s great to see carafe as well as full bottles on offer - we enjoyed a delicious Plantagenet Lancaster shiraz carafe for £25.60 Dessert menu looked great but we were all too full, though complementary rocky road was brought out on a happy birthday plate - a lovely and welcome touch The staff were wonderful with our two youngest guests - very kind and patient. Overall we had a great meal in relaxed surroundings, the birthday guest of honour was made to feel special and I felt the menu offered delicious food and great value - I would 100% recommend

We had our marriage anniversary at The Wheatsheaf and it was so nice. Good food and drinks with reasonable prices. My wife really enjoyed the beef with roasted potatoes and Yorkshire Pudding. From starter to Main to Dessert was on point. The Vanilla Ice cream with chocolate sauce was superb. Staffs and owner were very friendly and welcoming. Their level of professionalism is up to par! We were welcomed with a complimentary drink. Thank You The Wheatsheaf

New Years Eve roast was superb. Melt in the mouth beef served with the BIGGEST Yorkshire pudding and all the trimmings, followed by delicious ginger sponge pudding. Happy New Year to all the wonderful staff, both those we see and those behind the scenes that we don’t x

Such a great place, it’s truly world class in every aspect. A warm welcome, superb menu, great food and impeccable service. This place delivers on all fronts and is great value for money too.

Delicious food, great wine list, and super friendly staff, relaxed but knowledgeable. Cosy environment. (Part of a pub but one half is pub and one half restaurant.)

Love it every time we eat there...

Just such a lovely evening again at this amazing restaurant. Superb food (can't recommend the duck highly enough!!). The husband has not stopped raving about the parsnip soup!! Really interesting wine list. All made the more memorable by fantastic service from the lovely staff. Thank you Carol and team for being one of the top kitchens in the area. The Wheatsheaf could not be more highly recommended by us.

Fantastic place and very friendly staff.

We had our marriage anniversary at The Wheatsheaf and it was so nice. Good food and drinks with reasonable prices. My wife really enjoyed the beef with roasted potatoes and Yorkshire Pudding. From starter to Main to Dessert was on point. The Vanilla Ice cream with chocolate sauce was superb. Staffs and owner were very friendly and welcoming. Their level of professionalism is up to par! We were welcomed with a complimentary drink. Thank You The Wheatsheaf

Firstly, terrific food, we'll definitely be returning. The free homemade olive bread with butter and oil was a great touch and absolutely delicious - so much so I didn't get a picture before we ate it. The Pork Belly was spectacular, the best pork I've ever tasted and I'd wholly recommend it. A full piece of crackling along the edge was great and made for a special treat. My beef was also excellent, not as flavoursome as the pork was but tender and still delicious. The roast potatoes were great too, hard crunchy outsides but a perfect fluffy softness inside, just how you want them, and the accompanying gravy was a decent thickness and full of flavour itself. The Yorkshire was huge and crunchy, maybe a little too well done on the outside edge which made it a tad dry but the body was great. Desserts were also very good, the creme brulee had a great top on it and the flavours worked very well together. The ginger sponge wasn't too heavy and the subtle sweet ginger was a nice end to the meal. Definitely recommended!

just had a spot of lunch today at the wheatsheaf. can't really say to much other than stunning. it's hard to find a kitchen that can put quality ingredients and flavours all together so well. smoked sprats green leaf vibrant and fresh lightly cover with garlic butter. device. no lemon needed here as slight piquantcey from bitter leaf work to counter the fatty fish. nxt home cooked belly pork buttery mash green beans and grain mustard cream sauce. taste of 20yrs ago wen pork was pork. nowords really no words, sublime keep up this amazing quality, and simple polite and understated service. Great team effort well done.!!!

I have lived in France, I have travelled moderately far, I have never had mussels as good. The normal fare in cream etc are as good as you will ever get. However where this chef excels is when she adds a Curry or a spectacular Thai sauce to the menu. She will probably ban me for this review because I guess it adds complexity. But if you ask when you book it will be done. The reality is I am picking out a very specific dish, deliberately because it is so special though hardly alone at this eatery. There are only a small number of establishments across Rutland, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire that can stand shoulder to shoulder with this food. Give it a try! Oh and try the smoked sprats on toast, to die for! The Duck is also fantastic.

Having had Sunday roast here (Which my wife (KB) reviewed) We returned for an evening meal. The food was amazing the owners and staff even more so. We have already booked for our anniversary next year. We will have a weekend away nearby just to...

At the Wheatsheaf you are made to feel more like a guest than just a customer. The welcome from the proprietor and staff, and the overall feeling of being looked after are exemplary. The lunch was excellent, especially the crispy pork belly, which is always...

This place is amazing , outstanding food .Was lucky too get a cancellation for a Sunday roast ,whilst stayin in greetham for a week's holiday. The owners are really friendly people & the staff where very friendly too .Food was that good, booked too go...

This is the second time I have eaten here and both times have been excellent. We opted for the 'Lunch For Less' menu and it was great value. All of the food was tasty and beautifully presented. The staff are friendly and attentive (but not...

Really lovely pub. Great food and friendly atmosphere with very good service

If you're not keen on Garlic with everything then I would advise not dining here. Even the home made bread comes with garlic butter. Why do restaurants insist of adding it to everything? I had the steak, no mention of garlic on the menu. The...

Couldn't be more helpful. Food excellent.

Superb food and service, I've been out of country for a couple of years, felt like I'd never been away. Thank you Scott and Staff.

Wow!! Staff wonderful service amazing and food faultless so so tasty looking forward to returning for my husbands 60th cant wait!

We decided to try here for my husbands birthday after reading the great reviews. We weren't disappointed! We booked with open table and there was an occasion option for which we highlighted birthday. When we arrived there was a birthday card on the table which...

Lovely place, staff and atmosphere, only one main for vegetarians.

Friendly and good quality. Limited vegetarian options.

Lovely meal and very friendly, would definitely go again.

Absolutely amazing meal and fabulous service and ambiance. I can’t recommend this place enough. The attention to detail is second to none. We had Oysters to start followed by seafood Linguine and I had smoked haddock pea leek and spinach risotto topped with a poached...

Opens at 6pm and walked in with no booking. Friendly greeting and last table available. Service super, efficient and friendly, decor modern country and lovely atmosphere. Prices mid range. Food exceptional for price. We were given some wonderful home baked bread and I had smoked...

We have wanted to eat here for quite some time now after it being recommended by so many people but struggled as always fully booked! (Not a bad thing) so we were delighted when we managed to get a cancellation booking. We arrived 15 minutes...

Great food and service again. We used to visit this pub when we lived over an hour away, luckily now we’ve moved it’s only a 10 minute drive. The food is always excellent, this visit I had the die for cauliflower soup followed by the...

As always fantastic food with fantastic flavour ! We always feel welcomed and wanted here. The staff are exceptional with their service and so polite. Complements to the chef ! Thankyou , we will be back

SHOCKED by attitude of owners!! My wife had a whole glass of wine poured down her, which we were still charged for! Then owner and chef came out of kitchen shouting that she had been too rushed off her feet to do anything about it! Very disappointing!!

Travelled 120 miles for birthday meal with mum… arrived 30 mins late due to crash on M1…. Then refused to serve me as to busy despite a reservation…. But found time to chat to customers behind bar…. Awful Service…. GL if yo visit!!!!

Absolutely fantastic place quality beer outstanding food

Excellent service and food - on arrival we were able to sit in the garden and have a drink and peruse the menu. Order was taken promptly - what a delight the food was, bread on the table with home made butter! - we had 3 starters, potted crayfish & chicken and bacon terrine. Main courses, Cheese Soufflés, cod, plaice, all excellent especially the plaice which was selected from the "lunch for less" menu. Delicious home made ice creams to follow. Very good choice of wines, beers and soft drinks too. Will definitely be revisiting!

Stopped off for lunch on our journey up to Yorkshire. Fabulous food, all freshly cooked to order with an impressive selection of wines to compliment the menu. Very friendly attentive service making it a perfect start to our trip. Would definitely return, maybe even on...

Lovely country pub serving fine locally sourced food and a good selection of locally produced cask ales.

Bright and friendly, had lunch on a Sunday. Busy but staff still made the time to make us feel welcome.

Very nice place to eat and drink

I go there once a month to meet up with a friend and yesterday I took my husband . We both had Fowey mussels which were the best we have ever eaten, and we’ve eaten a few! The chips were sensational and the home made mayonnaise was delicious. I’m a Hellmans fan, but this mayo was at another level. The meal started with warm home made bread with butter or olive oil and balsamic. Delicious! The staff are all friendly and welcoming and I love going there. The menu is always interesting so give it a try but be sure to book ahead, they are very popular!

Great food with good portions friendly staff and phenomenal service!! Dogs welcome they’ll do child sized adult meals.

Wow - what a great pub! The food and service was spot on - oysters freshly shucked, snails cooked to perfection, the parfait light and flavoursome, the soufflé to die for and the potted lobster excellent. Wine was at a good price and served icy...

The best meal and lunch experience we’ve had for sometime, excellent throughout from the moment we walked through the door and were greeted to the time we left. We’d driven and cycled passed the Wheatsheaf many times but never visited – we have really missed out. A nice well priced pint together with homemade bread and garlic/tomato butter set us off well. The aubergine caponata with Burrata and tomato was divine as were the mussels. Gressingham duck served on Rosti with a lovely jus were complemented by a lovely mix of green veg. the sea bream was equally delicious, with a crab sauce complementing it and again that lovely green veg mix. Crème Brule finished of things wonderfully. Service was well organised and efficient and in today’s world of rising prices we had good value for money. Well done and we will certainly be back.

The best meal and lunch experience we’ve had for sometime, excellent throughout from the moment we walked through the door and were greeted to the time we left. We’d driven and cycled passed the Wheatsheaf many times but never visited – we have really missed...

Passing I thought it would be nice to drop in and have drink and a bite to eat, on entry at 1.20pm the pub was not particularly busy with plenty of empty tables, one or two had a reserved sign so my wife and I...

What a fantastic find, we were looking a place to have lunch just off the A1 and came across the Wheatsheaf. Perfect professionally cooked food from and extensive menu at sensible prices and friendly service, what’s not to like. Highly recommended

An absolute favourite of ours! Love the food, service and atmosphere. Great value and quality food, and we go so often. It’s just perfect!

Excellent A gastronomic delight it’s a fabulous restaurant with outstanding food and impeccable service. The attention to detail is amazing. Booking is a must

We love the Wheatsheaf and will take any opportunity we can to go there. The service is first class and feels like coming home. The food is incredible - homemade and excellent quality. The sticky ginger pudding is my personal favourite! Thank you team - no doubt we will see you again soon!

Really lovely, quality meal at The Wheatsheaf. The service was measured to ensure that there was no rush. Plates, cutlery and glassware, were clean and shiny, the plates of food were hot and the food was visibly attractive and tempting. All of the food was...

Fabulous food (we were there for lunch) with friendly and attentive staff. I’m dairy intolerant and they picked that up from the booking and adapted my choices to ensure that I could enjoy a DF experience. Wish we lived closer so that we could have enjoyed some wine from their extensive list!!

One of our favourite restaurants ( when we can get in)…easy to find just off the A1 north of Stamford…great food and friendly staff

What an amazing find. Everything about this restaurant was excellent and the food was exceptional. A group of 6 and all absolutely loved it. Wine also good quality and staff wonderful. Menu both interesting and varied. No pub grub in sight.

Lovely village pub. Great beers and friendly staff. Highly recommended.

Not bad just wish my gravy hadn't been so salty!

This is the best place in Rutland for a meal, for good staff and caring service always. In fact it's not just the best place in Rutland but most likely in all of the South East.

Super food Cater well for vegan and GF Main restaurant is very noisy