Traditional village pub, run by village locals, serving traditional home cooked meals. Lovely garden and patio area. Dining room and two bars. Lovely welcoming log fire in the cold months. Friendly, and welcoming. Come and see for yourself. Food served lunchtimes (Mon-Sun), and evenings (Wed-Sat). Booking preferred for large parties.

PRICE RANGE

US$9 - US$38

Special Diets

Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks

CUISINES

Pizza, Bar, British, Pub

FEATURES

Outdoor Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Free off-street parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service

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johanne w

2 reviews

Reviewed 3 August 2023

1st class

Wow what a treat, great food, great portions great service, great quality food Can’t fault this pub

Date of visit: August 2023

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Sixbellsgo

9 reviews

Reviewed 19 May 2023

Great pub , friendly atmosphere

Wonderful friendly atmosphere, lovely staff. Can highly recommend the Nachos & cheese, Had my first ever cocktail of Sex on the beach ! Friday nights meat raffle and I won first prize ! I can’t wait to go again.

Date of visit: May 2023

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paulineh548

5 reviews

Reviewed 12 January 2023

Lovely food

Was 2nd time we had met friends here and both times food was lovely. The staff were lovely and friendly. Really nice inside pub also nice seating outside in summer.

Date of visit: December 2022

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charleyg2023

1 review

Reviewed 12 January 2023 via mobile

Dinner

Lovely meal, I had the belly pork and my partner had a beef burger. Welcoming atmosphere and great service.

Date of visit: September 2022

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Roseincholsey

2 reviews

Reviewed 15 November 2022 via mobile

A MUST visit!

Me and my friends visited for a meal and a drink. The lady behind the bar was super friendly and welcoming. She helped us get a table straight away. We ordered starters and mains which was delicious! Service was OUTSTANDING! Atmosphere was cosy and relaxing....Highly recommendMore

Date of visit: October 2022

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T4310AQmargareth

1 review

Reviewed 25 August 2022 via mobile

Red Lion, Cholsey

A lunch with a friend. We weren't very impressed - the place has a run-down feel - quite dark inside and there's what we thought was quite a dangerous step between the bar and restaurant. Having said that, the service was very good and the...food, while not memorable, was adequate and filling. We haven't thought about going back!More

Date of visit: August 2022

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rafalo620

2 reviews

Reviewed 28 June 2022 via mobile

Rafal

Excellent service and very kind staff with delicious food... I enjoy each time I'm in highly recommended!!!!

Date of visit: June 2022

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KevinB847

15 reviews

Reviewed 28 June 2022 via mobile

Really impressed

I had heard from friends that the Red Lion in Cholsey was worth a visit so finally managed to get there over the Diamond Jubilee weekend. The first thing that strikes you is how genuinely friendly the staff are. They really couldn’t do enough for...us. The menu choice was good. My friend and I shared a starter. Again no problem for the staff. The main meal was excellent. We enjoyed our visit so much we went again the next day and enjoyed the same experience. I’ll definitely go again. They also have a take away menu so planning to do that too. Great job Red Lion Cholsey!More

Date of visit: June 2022

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paulinebedford28

11 reviews

Reviewed 8 June 2022 via mobile

Dinner fave

We come to the Red Lion every week. The meals are fantastic especially the Parmo Burger which is super moreish! (2for1 on Thursdays) Staff are very friendly, there’s always a good atmosphere and range of gins is top notch.

Date of visit: June 2022

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Jacqueline D

3 reviews

Reviewed 7 June 2022 via mobile

Lovely county pub

Lovely pub, with great food and atmosphere. Staff very friendly and attentive. We visited on a Thursday when the pub does BOGOF on burgers. Well worth a visit.

Date of visit: May 2022

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jonsJ8031IC

1 review

Reviewed 12 May 2022

Lovely lunch with family

We recently had a delicious lunch at the Red Lion - excellent food, very friendly staff and a lovely atmosphere. Would highly recommend to all!

Date of visit: March 2022

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U2068MFbenjaminw

12 reviews

Reviewed 31 March 2022 via mobile

Lovely Sunday Roast

Had a very impromptu drink at the Red Lion which then turned into a very nice Sunday Lunch. Good beer and food in a family friendly atmosphere! Will be back!

Date of visit: March 2022

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tomwS4609ZY

1 review

Reviewed 13 March 2022 via mobile

Red Lion Cholsey

A wonderful local pub. Friendly staff with amazing food. Both my boys have different dietary requirements and they catered to it perfectly. Will be visiting again very soon.

Date of visit: March 2022

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birdvl

2 reviews

Reviewed 13 March 2022 via mobile

Quick Dinner

Had a lovely meal with my 2 teenage daughters & the waitress was so friendly & lovely. We’ll definitely go back again soon!

Date of visit: January 2022

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JemR_10

32 reviews

Reviewed 6 December 2021

Excellent, great food and happy staff.

With 35 of us arriving for our annual extended family reunion we occupied all of the large room at the very end of the bar. We had the Christmas Party Menu and the choices were good and the food was excellent with very generous portions...and all delivered by 2 smiling waitresses and we were all very well fed by the end! This is a traditional English village pub and at Christmas time with a big tree in the bar and a fine selection of beers and great food with a large car park it deserves to do well. Go and enjoy 10/10.More

Date of visit: December 2021

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The Red Lion is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:

Food: 4
Service: 4
Value: 4
Atmosphere: 3.5