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Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
CUISINES
British, Pub, Bar
FEATURES
Outdoor Seating, Seating, Reservations, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Gift Cards Available
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Reviewed 2 days ago
Poor Service

Made a booking for Sunday lunch 10 days previously. Arrived on the day to be seated right next to the door. It was drafty and noisy and felt like we where in the bar area with people brushing past us. We asked to be moved....Before we could be moved the food arrived. No condiments on the table. Then told it was a bit late to be moved since our food had arrived. The food was good as always but ruined by the experience. Not a great way to celebrate my wife's 65 birthday ! All very disappointing. I appreciate the pub was busy but the service was really below standard. Adrian MatthewsMore

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
Real ale pub and fabulous beer

Another real ale pub in Northampton. Good selection of beers and friendly staff. Didn’t eat here, but the food served looked really good.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 1 October 2023 via mobile
Ian&Elaine x

Went to the Lamplighter on Sunday the 1st of October, the food is normally OK, I ask for a Gluten free Sunday pork roast, it was very salty, ok they made the effort, but the staff are so polite good service, my wife had a...normal Pork roast, we did find the veg very eldenty, hard veg, but each to there own, 😀More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 19 September 2023 via mobile
Vegan Indian Tapas is a must

Just had a wonderful meal here. Even if you're not a vegan, the Indian tapas was lovely. Staff are always friendly and welcoming and would definitely recommend them. See you soon 👍

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 21 May 2023
Really nice pub with good food and great staff

Although let’s be honest it’s not situated in the best of areas, this is a lovely place which offers delicious food at reasonable prices with really nice interior design and friendly, welcoming staff. Definitely will go again.

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 22 March 2023 via mobile
Quality tasty food, warm friendly atmosphere x

Every time i’ve been to the lamplighter, the food has been brilliant,so tasty! The atmosphere is warm and friendly and the staff are always happy to help.

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 27 February 2023 via mobile
Sunday lunch date

Have been visiting the Lamplighter for a number of years but never tried the infamous Sunday roast so we booked. Ordered a pint of Dank Marvin IPA from Abyss brewery.. awesome, and a thatchers for my wife. We ordered Roast Beef, Roast Pork and cauliflower...cheese. This was all cooked to perfection and generous portions...By far the best Roast in Northants....cant wait to return 10/10🤗More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 20 February 2023 via mobile
Birthday party

Thank you to the lamplighter for hosting us in your beautiful dining room. We all had a great time food was good. We were made to feel really welcome. Perfect setting for a big gathering of family and friends.

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 29 January 2023 via mobile
The Tennants

We had an amazing Sunday roast dinner with lovely service tonight. We would highly recommend! Thank you lamplighter 😊❤️ Will definitely return x

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 22 January 2023
Consistency is the key! Top staff and delicious food every time.

Over Christmas and New year we have been to the Lamplighter for several Sunday roasts which has prompted me to review the pub again. Every time the meal has been fantastic! The staff are always lovely, friendly and helpful which is all part of the...atmosphere of the pub. This consistency of service and quality of all their meals has always been this way over the years of us coming to the Lamplighter. My husband is a meat eater and I'm a vegetarian. and there is always something delicious on the menu, no matter what day of the week you go. You just can't go wrong! Thanks everyone.More

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 20 January 2023 via mobile
Delicious meal. Lovely atmosphere.

Meal with a very large group of friends in their upstairs room. Food was delicious (especially the chocolate brownie). Would definitely recommend. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 20 September 2022
Averagely lovely food

The menu is very simple and easy. Not much should go wrong. Good atmosphere. Good service. Average price. Pies are not home made!!

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 12 September 2022
Best Pub in Town

Great food, great staff, great atmosphere. A hidden gem just off Northampton town centre. Service was impeccable with great choice of drinks.

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 6 September 2022 via mobile
High quality Tapas every Tuesday. We’re here most weeks!

High quality value Vegan Tapas, wonderful selection of beers and flat cider, helpful welcoming staff! 3 dishes for £12.

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 31 July 2022 via mobile
Yum!

Delicious food fab service and top atmosphere!!! Little local gem! Will be back soon for sure !!!!! Yum

Date of visit: July 2022
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Response from mayday56 | Reviewed this property |
I'm sure James and Paul will make your vegan goldfish very welcome loopylouis2k9.
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Hi Sandy Thank you for your enquiry and apologies for the delay in getting back to you. We'd like to say yes but unfortunately we do not allow pets in the bar however dogs are welcome in the courtyard garden as long as... More
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