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The Blackbird Inn
The Blackbird Inn Reviews

The Blackbird Inn

British, European

Dishes priced around£14

Reviews of The Blackbird Inn (1,451)

Read what people think about The Blackbird Inn! All reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners.

5.3/6

1,451 reviews

5.3/6

1,451 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Pleasant
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"Very good"
5/6
Kieran F.2 years ago · 1 review

It was my wife's birthday, but clearly there was also a large (noisy) birthday party. Much better two years ago, for our 25th anniversary - but we have happy memories of the Blackbird, and we are local.

"Excellent"
6/6
Barry H.2 years ago · 50 reviews

Really enjoyable evening. Food spot on and service exemplary. will be back

"Excellent"
6/6
Barry H.2 years ago · 50 reviews

Really enjoyable evening. Food spot on and service exemplary. will be back

"Excellent"
6/6
Barry H.2 years ago · 50 reviews

A realy enjoyable evening in no small part facilitated by great service and food.

"Excellent"
6/6
Barry H.2 years ago · 50 reviews

A realy enjoyable evening in no small part facilitated by great service and food.

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"Excellent"
6/6
Barry H.2 years ago · 50 reviews

very convenial. Service was timely and all staff very pleasant and helpful. Food spot on.

"Excellent"
6/6
Barry H.2 years ago · 50 reviews

very convenial. Service was timely and all staff very pleasant and helpful. Food spot on.

"Very good"
5/6
Linda P.2 years ago · 2 reviews

No problems at all service , food everything was great

"Very good"
5/6
Linda P.2 years ago · 2 reviews

No problems at all service , food everything was great

"Very good"
5/6
Gordon H.2 years ago · 1 review

From the time we came in to the we left service was excellent and the food was great

"Very good"
5/6
Ken M.2 years ago · 1 review

Everything was good, no complaints, nice food and prompt service.

"Excellent"
6/6
michelle p.2 years ago · 1 review

Service was amazing with food too steak cooked to perfection

"Excellent"
6/6
Ann G.2 years ago · 1 review

There were three of us for lunch and found everything was brilliant . The food was tasty and generous and the staff especially the waitress were excellent. Would highly recommend

"Very good"
5/6
Catherine W.2 years ago · 1 review

Everything was really good and we will be back However I did have the parma ham and melon starter that seemed to be minus the Parma ham? The waiting staff didn't have a clue why ? The head waiter ? ...offered us a refund which was really nice . All in all nice afternoon, good food and pleasent staff . thanks Cath

"Very good"
5/6
Moya C.2 years ago · 1 review

My first visit and certainly not my last. Food excellent, service and staff extremely efficient and helpful. Being a Sunday and very busy this did not impinge on service or waiting time. Very easy to book on line.

"Very good"
5/6
Jerry L.2 years ago · 3 reviews

Good food and drinks, reasonable prices and a convivial atmosphere

"Excellent"
6/6
Michael F.2 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food and service . Really good on the gluten free side of things too

"Average"
3/6
Maurice M.2 years ago · 1 review

Not as good as our last visit such a shame

"Very good"
5/6
Meidbin L.2 years ago · 1 review

Good service and delicious Sunday lunch. Meat very nice although turnip over cooked.

"Very good"
5/6
Diane P.2 years ago · 1 review

Staff were amazing, food was beautiful. Don't believe in dogs allowed in an eating area, as there were 3 dogs at 2 tables next to us.

"Very good"
5/6
Carole A.2 years ago · 17 reviews

Nice pub. Nice food. Great staff. Good parking. Definitely worth a visit

"Excellent"
6/6
Gary S.2 years ago · 7 reviews

As usual great food, great service and must for any local!

"Excellent"
6/6
Lisa W.2 years ago · 41 reviews

After a mix up with the table which was rectified quickly another gorgeous meal.

"Good"
4/6
Julie T.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Great atmosphere, prompt service and very good food. Senior management were not so friendly.

"Very good"
5/6
Marianne B.2 years ago · 1 review

Lovely location, great staff, chilled afternoon dining thank you .

"Excellent"
6/6
Kathryn S.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Lovely lunch efficient staff thank you enjoyed our visit today

"Average"
3/6
Kate S.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Good service and nice vibe. Food sadly not so great.

"Very good"
5/6
Gillian W.2 years ago · 2 reviews

There were a few choices of meat for the Sunday lunch. It was good value. When it arrived, it was presented really well. The veg were served in sharing dishes & there was a good variety. Condiments were offered and delivered quickly. The staff are well trained and attentive. We didn't have pud as we were full. Highly recommended.

"Very good"
5/6
Christine A.2 years ago · 1 review

Relaxing lunch. Staff were great and polite. Will visit again soon.

"Good"
4/6
karen h.2 years ago · 1 review

Lovely waiting staff, very ettentive to our needs, lovely premises 👍

"Very good"
5/6
Katie T.2 years ago · 1 review

Always a pleasurable experience. Good food and service. Friendly and efficient staff.

"Excellent"
6/6
Janice M.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Prompt service, friendly and attentive staff. Food very tasty and piping hot. Good value for money

"Very good"
5/6
Terry C.2 years ago · 1 review

Lovely table for 6. Attentive service. Great food. Waited a little long but it was a busy Saturday evening. All in all super.

"Excellent"
6/6
Christine / Jamie W.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Lovely lunch - very attentive service from several members of the Blackbird team - never disappointed here!

"Excellent"
6/6
Denise H.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent Sunday lunch in a lovely pub restaurant. Looking forward to visiting again.

"Very good"
5/6
Lyn S.2 years ago · 1 review

Lovely food and great service would definitely recommend trying here,

"Very good"
5/6
Elaine -.2 years ago · 1 review

Lovely Sunday lunch with great service and wonderful desserts. Will definitely be back.

"Very good"
5/6
Marc W.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Loved it, we will definitely go back. From start to finish it was a great experience. Food was fantastic and we all really enjoyed it. Waiting staff were friendly and quick. The Tunnel room was lovely too. We enjoyed it that much we then went into the bar for a drink that was also very good. The food was well worth the price and if you haven't been before, you should go.

"Excellent"
6/6
Judith M.2 years ago · 16 reviews

Super food lovely staff can't fault anything Will continue to go back

"Excellent"
6/6
James F.2 years ago · 1 review

Food was amazing, staff were fantastic Thankyou so much XxxX

"Good"
4/6
Quandoo Diner2 years ago · 1 review

Nice lunch, and good service from polite efficient staff. Well recommended.

"Average"
3/6
John P.2 years ago · 4 reviews

The menu handy been updated on their website so 2 of our intended food choices weren’t available.

"Good"
4/6
Martyn T.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Been a few times, always really good. Most of the food was great but the Lamb rump we ordered was very tough. Shame, everything else was great. Nice atmosphere and staff very attentive and helpful.

"Excellent"
6/6
Diane D.2 years ago · 1 review

Visited for lunch today, fantastic meal, food and service were first class. Dining area was lovely and staff were very accommodating to our young grandchildren. I couldn’t fault it and we will definitely be back

"Excellent"
6/6
Christine B.2 years ago · 1 review

Good was fabulous - lamb rump , steak and ale pie were first rate. Followed by an excellent Bakewell tart for dessert. All made for a perfect birthday celebration meal. Service excellent and dog friendly arrangements were much appreciated. Definitely worth a return visit. Many thanks

"Good"
4/6
Colin H.2 years ago · 1 review

Very good and always consistent pub. The food is above average pub grub with great service.

"Excellent"
6/6
Tony C.2 years ago · 1 review

Excellent quality food and great service from the friendly staff.

"Good"
4/6
mandie g.2 years ago · 1 review

The sticky toffee pud was lovely. The service was great

"Very good"
5/6
Susan B.2 years ago · 1 review

Staff very friendly Fish pie was amazing, well worth the wait

"Very good"
5/6
JASON J.2 years ago · 1 review

Lovely venue. Food was gorgeous. Great service. Id definitely go back .

"Excellent"
6/6
Alan D.2 years ago · 1 review

Beautiful food. Fabulous service. Waitress was excellent. Would definitely recommend

"Very good"
5/6
Stan M.2 years ago · 3 reviews

Everything was excellent from ordering to the finish,nothing was a trouble to them amazing staff

"Very good"
5/6
Jackie G.2 years ago · 11 reviews

Really relaxing evening which was only marred by the delay in bringing our starter (40 mins wait) and no-one letting us know chef had had an accident with it!! I thought that as a gesture of goodwill, it would have been taken off our bill at the end of the meal, but not on this occasion. Otherwise, food was delicious and service pretty good. A smile would have been appreciated and why The Blackbird doesn't pour the wine for its customers any more, I don't know. Minor issues, but which make a big difference. We will return, but it would be great if notice could be taken of my comments, as we've been customers for many years. Many thanks!

"Excellent"
6/6
Carole A.2 years ago · 17 reviews

Good friendly service. Good food. Good value. Good parking facility too👍

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