We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

The Olde Red Lion

High Street | Kislingbury, Northampton, England
01604 830 219
Website
Update restaurant details
Ranked #43 of 223 restaurants in Northampton
Cuisines: Pub
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours
4 visitor photos
Restaurant details
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours
Write a Review

157 reviews from our community

73% Recommend
    96
    20
    12
    14
    15
Rating summary
    Food
    Service
    Value
    Atmosphere
Date Rating
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We had a super Sunday Lunch (5th May 2013) over the bank holiday weekend, the staff were very cheerful, the food was delicious & the price of the 2 course Sunday Lunch, was amazing, roast beef with all the trimmings..

Was this review helpful? Yes
Chrissienorthants, General Manager at The Olde Red Lion, responded to this review
10 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to do a Review, whilst our reputation has spread and we consider ourselves a destination restaurant, we would be amased to find you travelled from as far as Scotland !!!!, so we can only assume you were visitors to the area in general and we would be delighted to see you next time your... More

Northampton, United Kingdom
Contributor
19 reviews 19 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

We ate here for Sunday lunch and were very pleasantly surprised with the wide choice of meals. We both choose Sunday Roast, the food arrived promptly, it was piping hot, plenty of fresh veg and lots of meat. We both had Sticky Toffee pudding for dessert again delicious. Two meals and our drinks £27! The service was superb, the landlady... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by Christine G for Northampton
Chrissienorthants, Manager at The Olde Red Lion, responded to this review
24 April 2013

We thank the Reviewer for their Review of our Sunday Lunch offering and are delighted that they not only enjoyed their lunch, but also thought it was great value at two courses for £10.00pp. They are correct in the fact that they state Paul and I work very hard, so it always very well received when someone takes the time... More

1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013 via mobile

We had a wonderful meal, thank you very much!!! 10/10!!! Best pate weve ever eaten!! Great entertainment by the landlord.. Made us feel at home Pub very traditional

Was this review helpful? Yes
Chrissienorthants, General Manager at The Olde Red Lion, responded to this review
5 April 2013

We thank the Reviewer for their generosity, whilst we had no sight of the Review, we were aware it was being done via a mobile phone, whilst they sat at one of our dining tables. In response to their having commented, how they were fast becoming regulars here and how they loved it.......the landlady told them about the previous Reviewers... More

Portsmouth, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

What a disappointment this pub was! We visited as a family group of six mature adults on Saturday 16th March 2013. We live all over the country and don't manage to get together that often and so an occasion like this is special. We were shown through to the restaurant and as soon as were entered were told that we... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 2
Chrissienorthants, General Manager at The Olde Red Lion, responded to this review
2 April 2013

Every one is entitled to their opninion, whilst we appreciate every feedback we get, we are sometimes astonished at how the truth is misrepresented. We do have a policy of requesting no coats on the backs of chairs, there is a good reason for doing so, it is because our restaurant is laid out such that we have to pass... More

Northampton, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

Sunday lunch was great, well cooked food and plenty of it. There is a meal deal offer which is two courses for £10, good value for money. We both had the lamb roast and then apple pie for desert, yummy!!!! We will be back and would highly recommend.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Chrissienorthants, General Manager at The Olde Red Lion, responded to this review
20 March 2013

This Review was done at the request of the management, when the Reviewer stated on dining, "what a lovely lunch and what great value", in light of what had been implied by a previous Reviewer, they were asked if they would kindly do a Review for us based on their comments to us in person........we thank them for their time... More

2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013 via mobile

Sunday roast was ok. Service was ok. Only had one choice of desert. We missed the small print then had to pay overprice for over inflated average food. Made to feel stupid in the process. Would not revisit.

Was this review helpful? Yes 2
Chrissienorthants, Owner at The Olde Red Lion, responded to this review
17 March 2013

This Review is not based on the quality of our food or service, it is based on the fact the reviewer tried to get a reduction in the bill, even threatening Trip Advisor in the process. On a Sunday we offer a Deal £10.00 for Sunday Roast and a Dessert, it is received by diners to be a fabulous offer.... More

Northampton, United Kingdom
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2013

Ecellent menu and really well cooked food. This was our first visit and it is a very welcoming pub that also serves great ale ! We will be back, highly recommended

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by Steve L for Northampton
Chrissienorthants, General Manager at The Olde Red Lion, responded to this review
12 March 2013

We are delighted you "found" us and look forward to welcoming you back. More

Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
Contributor
16 reviews 16 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

We were returning to the Midlands after a weekend in London & needed to stop for a meal - this pub is in The Good Bear Guide & so we chose it - CARE the post code in the book, NN7 4AQ, covers Kislingbury & Harborne & if you use sat nav will take you to Harborne!! - the pint... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Chrissienorthants, Manager at The Olde Red Lion, responded to this review
26 February 2013

Thank you for doing a review on us, we are glad you decided to take a break from the M1 and not only found us, but enjoyed your stop with us, having passed a few other eateries to get here. You are right in your comment, Paul neither operates a coffee machine or computer, says he's too long in the... More

Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013 via mobile

We went here on a Saturday night and the food was great value and really nice. This pub has real character and is full of historical memorabilia. Even though it was our first time we were welcomed like locals.the owners and staff are so friendly an attentive, you just don't want to go home.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 5 more reviews by Chesterkk for Northampton
Chrissienorthants, General Manager at The Olde Red Lion, responded to this review
29 January 2013

We are delighted the Reviewer enjoyed their first visit to us and look forward to seeing them on many more ocassions. More

1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2013 via mobile

Food was super ;) Staff were friendly Will defo recomend this place xx I have a new favourite Food is really reasonable priced but it's superb!!! Well worth the money!!! Didn't have to wait long for it to be cooked either ;)

Was this review helpful? Yes
Chrissienorthants, General Manager at The Olde Red Lion, responded to this review
29 January 2013

We thank the Reviewer for their words of praise as to receive such high praise during a period of difficulty and change, as we are between chefs at present is testmony to the standards which are set by The Management and which we strive to achieve regardless of the Gremlins which often raise their heads in the hospitality industry, so... More

Travellers who viewed The Olde Red Lion also viewed

Northampton, Northamptonshire
Northampton, Northamptonshire
 
Northampton, Northamptonshire
Northampton, Northamptonshire
 

Been to The Olde Red Lion? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage The Olde Red Lion, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing