The Red Lion Restaurant in Kettering

Reviews

1. Neil F ★★★★★

   The Red Lion at Cranford St John is the sort of pub where you sit down expecting a nice meal and instead find yourself questioning every culinary decision you have ever made. The food is so good it makes you suspicious. How can a village pub produce dishes that taste like they were cooked by someone who trained under three different celebrity chefs and possibly made a pact with a flavour wizard? Every plate that arrives looks amazing and then somehow tastes even better. You take one bite and immediately start planning what you are ordering on your next visit, even though you are only ten seconds into this one. It is that good. The pub itself is warm, friendly and has exactly the right level of village charm. You walk in and instantly feel like you should stay for several hours. The staff are brilliant too, the kind of people who make you feel welcome and slightly worried they may notice how fast you are demolishing your food. If you want a meal that will make you grin, sigh happily and seriously consider moving to Cranford St John just to be closer to it, The Red Lion is your place. Five stars, two thumbs up and possibly a round of applause.

   almost 8 months ago
2. Aaron Earle ★★★★★

   A truly beautiful location and a lavish cavery to match. The service was excellent, everyone was very attentive and kind. The menu is traditional but diverse for a Sunday Cavery but enhanced in terms of quality and portions. The price is a little higher than your average cavery but as mentioned, the quality of items and the diverse amount of products that it comes with (seasonal veg, cauliflower cheese, goose fat roast potatoes, red cabbage and the finest yorkshire pudding i've had in some time) make a special meal. Highly recommend as we will certainly be back again.

   almost 8 months ago
3. Claire Johnson ★★★★☆

   Visited for Sunday lunch with my family to celebrate my daughters birthday. Extended family travelled over an hour so I had set their expectations high for this place, which I had visited before. Lovely pub, cosy atmosphere and friendly staff. The Christmas decorations were lovely. We all had the roast and it was lovely, I just wish the prices for the 2 course deal was slightly lower £34pp is steep. The food is good quality but if it was reduced slightly I would visit more often. I just can't justify over £100 for a family of 4 for a roast dinner without it being a special occasion. I call it more of a special treat pub! They brought out a dessert with a candle and happy birthday on the plate, which was really sweet and my daughter was very happy. One of us couldn't get parked so parked across the road, the car park is fairly small but it is a village location so expected. I will be back for the next celebration!

   almost 8 months ago

1. Nathan ★★★★★

   This place is tucked away not far from kettering. We arrived to be quickly seated and accommodated for our 14 week old son in the snug. Drinks arrived quickly and our food arrived in good time also. The food was beautifully presented, my starter being truffle arancini that looked so pretty and tasted even better. My main was a beef bourginion pie and it looked great, the mash being quinelled and nicely seasoned, the pie crust was perfect and the red wine gravy was amazing. Veg came separately in a generous portion. My wife had a burger which she throughly enjoyed and finished in record time. Our desert was prettier than our mains , mine being a lemon sorbet with honeycomb and cream and my partner having a chocolate brownie which was visually stunning. The service was impeccable and very friendly. The bill came and for under 100 with a few drinks we happily tipped and will return as soon as possible. Bravo to the whole team, compliments to the chef and you should all be proud of your quaint beautiful pub. Many thanks!!

   almost 10 months ago
2. bryce crossland ★★★★★

   My partner and I went here on a Monday and ordered off the dine for less menu. I ordered the scotch egg followed by the steak pie. Both were delicious and the portions were very generous. The service was very attentive and friendly. The inside has air conditioning making it a very comfortable environment, I’m certain we will be back again

   1 year ago
3. Richard Hoe ★★★★★

   Fantastic meal. Cannot fault any of it. Had 3 courses, probably should've stuck with 2. Good portions. Nice drinks. Pricier than your local boozer but well worth it. The team are friendly and cheerful. The pub itself is historic; looks really nice and has a wood stove fire in the baa (bar). Toilets were nice and clean too. Looking forward to returning soon.

   almost 3 years ago

1. Rebecca Wood ★★★★★

   Beautiful country pub with a lovely atmosphere. Top service, a mouth watering menu that delivers on flavour and presentation. We'll be back to sample the rest of the menu

   almost 3 years ago
2. Kayleigh McEvoy ★★★★★

   My husband and I visited The Red Lion on a Thursday and got the 2 for £40 on the hanging kebabs, which were delicious and such a big portion! We also got the chorizo scotch egg as a starter which was big enough to share between two people. The service was fast and the staff were really friendly. Looking forward to going back for the deals on some of the other week days

   almost 4 years ago
3. Vincent Lamberts ★★★★★

   We always enjoy stopping here when we are out and about on our motorbikes. Outside has been redone since we have last been and it looks very inviting. Previously we've had the fish and chips and I can recommend it.

   almost 4 years ago

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