The best restaurants serving British food in East Midlands

Always the same and that is great!

The breakfast was positively divine. Hats off to the chef he cooked my all day breakfast to perfection. All the staff are a delight and are always at hand. The chefs quite fit too 😉

Where to start? The overall experience at the Merchant's Yard was excellent. The place has a fantastic atmosphere, with a nice bar area and a comfortable seating area, with table generously spaced. Personnel is very friendly and attentive, cannot fault them. We sat at the bar initially for a drink and the opportunity to browse the menu. Once we were ready our drinks were carried to the table, without even asking. We ordered scallops and duck breast as mains, both outstanding! Puddings, cheesecake and treacle tart, were equally delicious. Considering the quality of the food the price is extremely reasonable, and this applies also to the wine. I really do not know where the negative reviews are coming from. We will be back for sure!!!

We visited with friends and had the most wonderful meals that tasted great, chips were beautiful! We waited longer than your average chain pub food but understandable when our food arrived all piping hot fresh and delicious! Always been a fan of the food here and would highly recommended Keep up the good work

Great atmosphere and notable beer selection. What a transformation. We were only in for drinks but will return for a meal.

I celebrated my eightieth birthday with family and friends at The Blacksmiths Arms. Mark and his staff helped to make it a very special occasion for me. The food was excellent , as usual, and the staff were friendly and efficient, as usual. They dealt with a large number of people extremely well. Highly recommended.

10/10 for the brownie deliveries! I did a large bulk order and they were delivered on time, well packaged and most importantly absolutely delicious! Great communication from the girls as well. Thank you so much, highly recommended!!

Great little place to eat. Service was excellent. Food was unbeatable.

Simply best breakfast I've had in years. Quality food and not overpriced, friendly staff and dog friendly

Lovely pub especially after a long walk. The steak and ale pie was amazing with good beer on tap to accompany it.

Visited this establishment for the first time ever . Our family had pre booked Sunday lunch / roast dinner. Well what a great find , we had a very warm welcome from the bar staff and the staff and meal in the restaurant part of the pub was exceptional. I couldn’t fault it at all . Delicious food with generous helpings of fresh vegetables and meat . Plenty of gravy boats . They have a vegetarian option too. 10 out of 10 . Must return soon , brilliant.

Came here on the 12th Oct just for drinks as we heard under new management,were impressed with decor and service advised of sunday dinner availability so we came on Sunday. I had roast beef ,my wife had chicken medium sized both were nice. My wife likes slices of breast chicken but you get leg and I had 2 slices of beef which was nice and juicy pink in the middle. Only 1 minus a little heavy on pepper. We passed on our comments to chef very helpful. Good place can only get better well done. Good value for money £8.50 each.

Great little coffee and cake shop. Really friendly atmosphere.

The very best fish/chips we have found in the UK. Every time we travel there- we always stop.

Eaten here on several occasions, and the food has been fantastic with outstanding service every time.