Willen Dragon Brewers Fayre in Milton Keynes

Love this place 👌Great location and friendly great team

Love this place. Great location and friendly people working there. Great food for value!

Best restaurants in Milton Keynes by far great!!!

Great family friendly restaurant, nice surrounding area for kids and dogs. Been here a couple times for food and has always been superb!

Excellent location, great food and the service is impeccable. Very busy but fast service!

Amazing service and food. We felt very welcomed

Food here is just great, amazing Prawn Coctail, absolutely beautiful fresh Fish & Chips ( my favourite ! ) Highly recommend Sunday Carvery, beautiful food, fresh, hot, and very reasonably priced. ALL the staff are friendly and cheery, you will be greeted by the amazing team: Brian the Manager, ....the ladies Chen, Emma, Vicky, Suzanne to name a few, and the boys Lewis and Aiden on floor duties .....always smiling/singing and welcoming ! Music is pleasant and not loud. Highly recommend family restaurant beside a stunning Lake, with 3 hour free parking ! Enjoy....I know you will 😃

Arrived early on a cold autumnal Sunday, with a Dog, only to find its not a dog friendly place unless you sit outside, even though the way its set up it could easily be sectioned off and allow dogs in 1 section. Luckily we found some sheltered seating with a heater in it outside which was nice, but the table itself had old cups and glasses on it, it was as sticky as hell, probs not clean from night before if not longer. Good choice of pub grub and reasonably priced. Good selection of alcoholic beverages, but let down by the selection of hot drinks, no hot chocolate, and they have never done hot chocolate according to the bar staff. This is totally unacceptable especially as it's a machine where you have to make the drink yourself, and the machine has the function for hot chocolate. Good views over the lake. Parking free for 1st 3hrs as long as you register in the bar. Will visit again, but won't rush back.

Says closes at 11 and threw us out at 10 because it is usually 'quiet'

My ordered food was very tasty with good portions, the staff were extremely friendly and polite. The restaurant has a nice ambiance, good selection of beers and added bonus of BT Sports. Highly recommended restaurant.

Lovely place to eat and catch up. Team very friendly . Had booked a table and was ready for us when we got there. Food was good and well presented

Excellent food and customer service, will be back soon

The breakfast buffet is great. Many options and hot.

The food was good but the location they sat is in was very poor as there was a group of us once some got seated we couldn't get out to use the toilet unless we disturbed the rest of the table and we wasn't all together very poor seating .

All you can eat £11 bargin and great quality food

i came with my boyfriend and had a delightful evening i ordered steak which was cooked with to perfection and exactly how i asked for it to be cooked , definitely worth it and will be returning again!!!

i came with my boyfriend and it was absolutely wonderful , service was amazing , all staff are so friendly and down to earth, the food was cooked exactly how i like it , i will definitely be returning !!

1st time visiting this pub as we didn't know it was here. They have a fantastic menu including a lunch value range 2 selected meals for under £12. We went for the sausage and mash l, it was really lively. Perfect size portion. Can't wait to return.

Went over the half term weekend for the carvary, it was pretty busy but getting the carvary was quick and easy. Enjoyed the beer and Gammon and went back up for more potatoes. Nice atmosphere and the family enjoyed it as well. Sure We'll be back soon.

Nice staff. Ok food. Breakfast nice. Evening meal nice.

I am leaving 1 star because I parked in the pub car park, entered the pub and put my registration into to tablet provided at the entrance. The first time it said there was an error however, the second time it's stated my input was successful but today I have just received a fine for £100 which is outrageous considering I undertook all the necessary requirements. The problem is that it will take forever to sort this out and the likelihood of getting a refund is extremely slim. So my advice add this cost to your bill or go somewhere else..

Absolutely awful from start to finish! Wait time for food was over 45 mins and it wasn’t even busy, service was poor and food was disgusting. drinks tasted like the machine was filled with dirt dish water, wouldn’t go back! Food was greasy, gravy was so thick and stagnant you could tip the plate sideways and it didn’t move! Gross!

The breakfast was good but no hot chocolate, eggs had run out couldn't wait for the next batch due to time also no mustard. There's tall tables but there's no tall highchairs makes it a bit restricted when have a toddler.

We had a meal here, early afternoon in October. The food arrived piping hot which was a good sign. It was well cooked and tasty. The value was pretty good, under £50 for two meals and two drinks. My only gripe was that they insisted on having a live feed of a radio station throughout the restaurant, why? I don't mind a bit of background music but this was far too loud and intrusive. I don't think they appreciate how annoying this is for someone wearing hearing aids.

Wow I am now a regular here as I'm always satisfied. Always Meeted, greeted and seated very efficiently. The location is pretty and the decor is nice clean and modern. The food was pretty quick during a busy lunch time. This is a bonus so as my daughter wasn't waiting long. Finally found a place that has abit of everything. Doesn't break the bank and has friendly efficient service. There getting to no me now too so theres always a friendly greeting and quick how are you which sometimes makes all the difference.

Came in for dinner with my children. The staff are always very attentive. Food was delicious and good value for money. Will definitely be back!

Had breakfast and evening meal as we were staying in the hotel. Was a bit chaotic and noisy. Bit messy too, tables not cleared very quickly and food on the floor under tables. Not necessarily staff problem as there were not enough of them. Also many families with small children making a mess

Food too awhile and my steak fatty and paid for pepper corn sauce which didn't arrive and when it did I had finished my steak . Really disappointed and didn't have time to complain as we had theatre at 7.00

Third time coming here for breakfast buffet. Food has been consistently good. Service is brilliant and the manager today went above and beyond with my grandkids. This will be our regular place for breakfast visits from now on. Highly recommended, and 2 very happy granddaughters.

We arrived and was given our table straight away. All 4 of us picked our food . Went to the bar to order. Placed order with manager. Mine my son and daughters food came . My husband ordered the mixed grill with the upgraded steak . When his food came after waiting 5 mins ofter our food came . Steak wasn't upgraded he called the waitress back and she ignored him so I took it to the manager for him to state this was not his order . Took the plate I assumed he was going to sort it . My husband sat waiting while me and out 2 children ate . I got up to take my daughter to the toilet and the waitress was actually eating the plate of food that was given to my husband. And he was still waiting for his food so went back to the manager. Manager said haven't u received ur food yet in this time we had finished our food and my husbands hadn't even been bought out . This is not what u call customer service. Will not be going back here . Also says roast was on till 7 we got here just after 5 and there was no roast on . Which is what we actually went for .

Love this place! Clean and good, quick service. All reasonably priced and a lovely location. Visited today for lunch

Had a katsu curry with white rice and a slimline lemonade - fairly quiet for a rainy Wednesday lunchtime

Good food at the right price, pub food.

Just avoid it... Eat beforehand... My burger + platter dish took one hour... And it was rancid way overdone. The calamari were too greasy to eat and the fries had a weird taste. ---- Finishing touch: google remembered me about this... we had a nightmarish week following our visit to this place, we got food poisoning....

First time visiting, food was ok, service was very good though, found us a table relatively quick through a busy period, Was helped by Emma, nothing was to much, service with a smile and helped me with anything I needed, overall good experience.

Your usual pub food, so nothing special but also nothing wrong with that either as long as it is executed well and Dragon Brewers Fayre does so, with well cooked food and decent portions. The inside is nice as well, and outside seating is great on a sunny day.

Went in for breakfast on sunday with the kids, was greeted by the manager with a very warm welcome. Kids loved the pancakes and pastries, would definitely go again

Does what it says on the tin, carvery was very good

We had breakfast there today. It was absolutely packed but the service was good. The staff worked so hard.Excellent breakfast.

If I could give no stars I would. We got the Sunday carvery and to sum up the experience; the carver cut the meat like it was coming out of his own wages. The beef looked lovely but the carver flipped it over & gave us the shoe sole side of joint. The roast did not come with a pig in blanket. The “roast” potatoes were like they’d been cooked on a radiator, they were not crunchy; basically spoonfuls of mash that had been put in the oven for a couple minutes. The carrots came with a lovely spoonful of boiled water. The cauliflower cheese looked like soggy scrambled egg & to top it all off if we wanted to go back for the “unlimited” sides we couldn’t as the carvery had closed an hour and a half earlier than advertised while we were still eating. Got a free dessert for compensation which was decent but left with an aching jaw from all the chewing.

It took 1.5hrs to get two kids meals and I had to go in multiple times (we waited 45min the first time) I to ask for the food as they seem to forget they are supposed to serve their customers. Had been asked if we wanted it all at once and said yes but that didn’t happen. Thought this place would be better, but there are plenty of other places capable of actually serving the food the customer orders and pays for. I actually complained for once and all they said was sorry. Me too.

Day time menu very good value for money just right for lunch time, with friendly staff, enjoyed visit.

Clean, comfortable. Great service, good food, reasonable prices and gluten free food available. Staff were very helpful.

Very busy on the Sunday we went, so service was slow, but not terribly so - staff did great! Food good. Car Park for 3 hours - but - remember to follow the QR Code inside the doorway to register for parking or expect a £100 fine!!

We have been regular visitors to the Willen Dragon since it opened its doors, we just love the Fish & chips, always a huge portion of the most beautiful Fish, it never fails, with Tarter sauce, Fries and your choice of peas. Better than any Fish & chip shop we have been to, service is fast, staff are hard working and friendly, so a 10 out of 10.

Lovely food spot. The breakfast was very nice and delicious and both me and my family enjoyed it I would highly recommend.

Stayed tall the adjacent premier inn with my family to visit nearby attractions. For convenience I pre booked the breakfast and dinner meal deals. Outside needed at good sweep but inside was clean enough (aside from sticky tables which seems to be common place at any place with wooden tables!). They were either understaffed or bad at service or both. Food was very average and took forever to come. You had to order at bar which would be fine except there were only 2 staff serving both drinks and food orders and the place was packed. There was a queue forming in single file well out of the door. My kids wanted their pudding which was part of the kids deal and it took me 20 mins in queue to order some ice cream which took another 30 minutes to arrive (in spite of asking where it was 1-2 times). I complained to the premier inn staff and requested a refund, fair play to them they were apologetic and refunded dinners for the 2 nights I’d paid for. Likely not the staffs fault, they need a better system and more staff at the bar. Possibly why they weren’t overly friendly!

Large restaurant near the lakes edge. Seating inside and out. Good food and friendly service.

Great place to eat! Fantastic food even if it is a little bit inconsistent but well worth the money. I had a mixed grill and it was amazing.

Spot on deals and refill drinks been a great visit we have been a few times and will be back the huts are were we like to sit private and comfy.

Nice little beer garden with small play area for small children, didn't have food but looks average for a brewers fayre, would come back for drinks

From the perspective of it being what it is, this is an excellent choice if you're hungry and have children. There is an outdoor play area, the menu is cheap and tasty. It isn't fancy, but it isn't pretending to be and they can deal with a lot of clients over a short period of time due to their business model. Good, fast service with a smile. Great value, good service, everyone happy, that's a 5 star for us.

Nice place went there on 23thAug 2024 didn't no it was there. had a walk from Milton Keynes bus station to the willen lakes it was nice passed brewers fayer on way. so we had lunch very nice place. staff friendly and helpful definitely going back. this weekend.

Extremely busy virtually no service very large ques to order food and drink run out of two drinks ordered waited 30 mins for food then delivered wrong meal then waited again in very large que to order desert and that took 28 mins to arrive and it was cold will not be going to eat there again

Not bad, food came out wrong, but after speaking to the waitress, she was nice and fixed it. Menu seems to have been skimmed down on options, but ironically larger in size.

All staff amazing and food was fresh and amazing quality

Absolutely shocking service. Was supposed to get a discount with our hotel stay, when we arrived at this restaurant there was no mention of the discount and we were made to pay full price and when discussed with a member of staff, were told they do not give refunds of any kind. Just to be told by hotel staff we shouldn't have been asked.to pay at all. We wait over an HOUR for our food despite asking multiple times for updates and when it arrived it was less than hoped for. The food was hard and rubbery and some bits were overcooked. When wanting to speak to a manager we were told there wasn't one in. Very disappointed and an autistic child left very unhappy. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant to anyone. Luckily the hotel staff were fantastic and refunded us for the night.

Premier Inn breakfast, what's not to like? 😋🍴

Went there for an afternoon drink, and it was good.

You pay extra for the location. Average food. Decent experience considering the lake is nearby though.

Our visit yesterday wasn't as good. Booking for 14 at 3pm and some of the food had already run out. To be fair they did seem very busy the staff are very good there but we didnt enjoy it as of previous occasions, which was a shame as it was for a Birthday

Nice restaurant, clean and tidy, plenty of staff about. Food lovely and plenty of it.

Family restaurant, nice walk before or after around the Willen Lake.

Fast service for a busy time. Everyone seemed to be working very hard but not looking rushed. One item of dinner wrong, dealt with smoothly.

Lovely venue, great for the kids with a play area. The staff are friendly and welcoming and the service is great. Nice outside area.

Was served by Lewis who went above and beyond to serve our party which included a disabled person. Lewis was polite, professional and very friendly. The service and food quality were 1st class and a great visit was had. The staff were all busy with work related tasks and worked very well as a team. I will definitely return after this experience.

Great place. Plenty of tables available when we arrived about 6pm. Small queue at the bar to order our food & another lady came onto the till to get people served quickly. Easy ordering system and our food came out within 15 minutes. Food was great and the place was lovely.

Such a great find! summer holidays easy feeding hole for the kids food was really good well priced and quick. Good location as well not to busy in center but near to the local theme park ect. Will be back for sure.

Visited on a busy day just after lunchtime. Food as nice, served fairly swiftly. Air-conditioning inside was very welcome

Ordered food for myself and my wife. My wife's food came first, 30 minutes later I went to check my food, they first said that the chef didn't receive the ticket (but it was on the same ticket as my wife meal). They advised it would be another 20 minutes. I then asked for a refund and the waiter advised that the food was ready on the counter, straight after they said it would be a 20 minutes wait. Poor service and accountability for mistakes.

Brewers fayre has always been a good place to go for a pub lunch if you were looking to eat relatively cheap and with extremely friendly staff, have been there a couple of times and every time has been memorable. Definitely would recommend.

Absolutely dreadful. Rubbish everywhere. Including on all the public paths around it. Staff clearly don’t care about the pub or its local community. Dirty plates everywhere. Tables not cleared away. Steer clear. Much nicer pubs elsewhere.

Very nice environment and good service from the staff

What a fantastic family pub restaurant easy parkin by a lake a little kids park lovely outdoor area and the staff wow from the lady that's sorted are food as we had meal deal vouchers thru premier inn she was helpful and didnt everything right sorry didn't grab her name and then the server and so much more Lewis what a guy and so great with kids this place is a must .we went back for breakfast and was just as gd as dinner food quality gd too wish I lived closer

Standard all you can eat breakfast.

Good place to visit with children.

Very busy but not too long to wait for food. Nice and spacious

Great little pub! Very family friendly and the food was good, I especially loved the price! Service could have been better, it was very slow even though the restaurant didn't appear very busy when we got there, and the waitresses were a bit too keen in trying to clear out plates. But I would definitely go back

Short staffed and carvery meat was cold

Came in for breakfast and was not disappointed. The food was great and the service even better. Ciara was extremely attentive and served us with a smile. Thanks for making sure we were well looked after!

Visited with my friends again and it was absolutely amazing. We love the new menu and the customer service was good. Thank you to Nana, Rosemary, Josh and lewis for the experience I'll definitely be coming back

Visited with my friends again and it was absolutely amazing. We love the new menu and the customer service was good. Thank you to Nana, Rosemary, Josh and lewis for the experience I'll definitely be coming back

Food was mediocre at best. Highly processed and poorly cooked/prepared. I had the vegetarian lasagna… once it finally arrived (they brought food for all my friends but somehow the system said mine was done), I had to ask for it after initially ordering at the bar. The cheese on the lasagna was gummy, almost like glue/paste. The pasta was also over cooked. The butternut squash was good. The side salad was served without dressing. Also, the menu doesn’t say breakfast is only served until 11am. It says unlimited breakfast. I guess that means quantity and not time. Clearly not quality either. 😬

Really enjoyed our meal here yesterday afternoon Hot food served promptly our server was really sweet and helpful. Nice and clean and a good view. Will definitely return. Summer holidays are coming up and this is prime location for things to do in mk. The breakfast is a great way to start the day amazing value for money x

Great food and the wonderful waitress Ciara is always friendly, helpful and so kind! She is one of the reasons we come back every week!

Me and my wife had a Date night finally with no kids you can't beat a good cheese burger chips and steaks plus the bottle of wine or 2 as were staying in the Premier Inn next door. Scottish fella that served as was ace. Even got talked into a dessert to share.. The atmosphere was perfect and the staff were very polite and working hard. Thanks guys will definitely be back.

Food and drink prices are very good. Atmosphere is lovely all the staff are very friendly.

Only rating 1 star because I can't rate 0. The table was sticky, me and my partner ordered the burger. The bun was hard as a rock and the meat tasted of charcoal and was so stale and chewy. They didn't offer cutlery and it was very disappointing. I wouldn't go back here if they offered me a burger for £1. Please go somewhere that actually prides themselves in the flavour of their food and in their customer service. I took one bite and spat it out and left, was my first time trying here and It will be my last.

Yet again amazing service. Came with family and food came out quick as usual. Always a good experience when visiting the willen dragon!

This has been one of the best restaurants I have ever been to. The staff was amazing, very friendly and attentive. The food was good. Will be going back again.

Disgraceful encounter with “Nana O”. I visited at approx midday on 7/7/24. After queuing for a while with my two young children, as I was about to be served, a gentleman went to the top of the queue, and was served a drink. The queue was single-file. When I queried this , Nana rudely retorted “cos he just wanted a drink” , I asked , then, if I want an additional drink, may I go straight to the counter, irrespective of the queue. Nana took a brash, arrogant and disrespectful attitude, saying “if you want to do that yeah you can be that person , but life goes on “ I responded that I simply wished to understand the procedure, but she walked away as I was mid sentence, muttering something to her colleague. I informed the manager on duty , a red haired lady who was working as the host at the door, however nothing was done to remedy my experience. I was disgusted with this.

Great place great food friendly staff

OK, so this place is not too bad, but there is no tablet service you need to order everything at the bar. The only letdown about this place is we see a waiter eating a few chips off a paid customer dinner plate about to be served so bit naughty and very unprofessional. Apart from that, I may try them again. maybe.

Ordered 1 starter and 1 main to be sent at the same time. They weren't so went up to ask why. He said your meal will be 5 mins no apology from him after asking nicely. What has happened to manners

Had a lovely meal here today, visited with friends after a stroll around the lake. Staff very helpful. Food hot on arrival at table. Clean and tidy eating area. Will definitely recommend and will visit again.

Family orientated. Nice location. Good outside place and parking.

Absolutely disgusting. Tried to eat there with family on Sun afternoon. All of the non taken tables (probably 20 or so) were extremely dirty with food leftovers and plates with nobody cleaning them. If they can't manage to clean the tables I can't imagine how it looks on the kitchen. Will never come back there for sure.

Very welcoming staff. Great service even though we were there when the restaurant was full. Carvery is as good as any you find and is great value.... Plenty of outdoor space if you want to enjoy a Beer in the Sunshine. Parking is free and right outside but remember to enter your registration into the terminal at bar to avoid a fine

Good quality food at a reasonable price. Food well prepared and presented. Reasonably new restaurant next to Willen Lake.

Very nice lunch, great value for money