The White Lion Inn - Oakham

David S.

Walked 0.9mike from our campsite, so had a good appetite.

The pan fried venison haunch steak, wild mushrooms, chestnuts, confit garlic mash, pickled blackberries, red wine and blackberry jus sounded fabulous…but alas after ordering, chef advised the venison wasn’t ready. Asked if they could swap the venison for the a sirloin steak (keeping the mash and blackberries etc) and they advised ‘No problem’.

When it arrived, stunning food - well done!

Also had the grilled pears and Stilton as a pudding (as they didn’t have cheese and biscuits) and that didn’t phase them (waitress even told us, chef said I was a legend)!

Ate in the bar as we had our aged furry friend with us - but still very comfortable dining for all!
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Vicky M.

From the moment we sent an email enquiring about holding our joint wedding/birthday celebration at The White Lion, we received a totally professional, personal and first class service from Yolanda, Chris and their team. The venue is extremely homely and the staff so welcoming and friendly, we held our event in marquees in the beautiful garden. Yolanda served everyone an amazing afternoon tea, with Chris keeping everyone entertained with his brilliant magician set. In the evening, we had pizza's made in their own pizza oven. We booked all the bedrooms for our guests, which were of a very high standard. We had the best day ever and cannot thank them enough for making it so special, we will definitely be returning for their excellent Sunday Carvery, Vicky and Andy Miller

f1

Been and eaten here 4 times now and the last time bought guests from out of town.

The last time we asked to eat and had to go through the menu to see what the chef was prepared to do!. Bizarre but fair enough if they were busy and he was alone.

Today booked table for 3 for Sunday carvery. Got seated at the furthest table from the restaurant and there were that many people around the table I had the bottom of a guys coat resting on my neck while sitting.

I have no problem if your too busy but don't take a booking if that's the case. I've seen a post about people being late yet the table available had a 2:15 reserve on at 2:35 and nobody had turned up while we were offered a coffee table for 3 people go eat at. Cancelled the order and left. If your full don't take bookings. Put me right off the place tbh and gutted as used to like it there.

Peter ?. L.

Excellent Sunday carvery, amazing attentive friendly staff. Party of 20 people all served quickly. Chef is a real character. Nice garden too but it was raining so not for our visit.

Max E.

Spent the night here as had a course nearby. A shame I couldn't try the restaurant due to it being a Monday evening, however the breakfast was delicious, and there was plenty of choice. My room was perfect for me as I was travelling solo. Very peaceful at night and great nights sleep

Paul W.

Very impressed with The White Lion Inn. The beautiful flower hanging baskets, which are placed mainly on the main entrance side, are extremely colourful and give a good impression before you enter the pub.
We ordered fish & chips, which was competitively priced, and excellent. The service was top-rate, the food was delivered within 10-15 minutes of ordering, even though the restaurant was fairly busy, and we hadn't pre-booked.
The owners and staff were very attentive, and I would recommend visiting the The White Lion, for food and drinks.

moundofsound

Proper good pub, authentic feel, decent selection of drinks and well prices. yet to try the food, excellent beer garden and relaxed atmosphere throughout. cant fault.

Dave E.

This is how a village pub should be, impeccably maintained, gorgeous garden and great service. The food, not being too adventurous, is very good and the Everard's beers are very well kept and served. Always been very happy on every visit and will definitely be back.