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The Boat Inn, Penkridge, Staffordshire

The Boat Inn

4.4
4.4
104 Reviews
£25 and under
Contemporary British

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 7 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Dog-friendly
  • Charming
Welcome to The Boat Inn.

The Boat Inn Penkridge was built at the same time as the Staffs and Worcs Canal in 1779 and is one of the old ‘Gateways’ to the Village, for many years it was the first or last stopping point, as locals and visitors travelled along the Cannock Road.

Now a modernised Gastro-Pub & Restaurant, serving a range of menus including traditional hearty British meals, Bottomless Brunch, Afternoon Teas and Sunday Roasts.

We hope to see you soon!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01785 715170
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Area
    Penkridge
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 104 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Staffordshire

    Best Overall

  • Staffordshire

    Best Food

  • Staffordshire

    Best Service

  • Staffordshire

    Best Ambience

  • Staffordshire

    Best Value

  • Staffordshire

    Good for business meals

  • Staffordshire

    Good for groups

  • Staffordshire

    Healthy

  • Staffordshire

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Staffordshire

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Boat Inn offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere with "fantastic service" and "delicious food." Guests appreciate the "great value" and varied menu options, including a "prosecco bottomless brunch" and "lovely Sunday roast." The staff are "courteous and efficient," making it a "highly recommended" choice for both casual meals and special occasions.

104 Reviews
  1. Amy

    London

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a nice Sunday lunch. Beef was overdone for my liking but that’s risk you take. Food was nice, generous portions and extra mash, veg and gravy if needed. Staff attentive. Try to avoid sitting in front of the big fireplace as it’s freezing!

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  2. Elaine

    Staffordshire

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was good , and good value. However not the most relaxing place to eat . Loud music , is it a pub or a restaurant we ate in ? People constantly walking past to get to the toilets. Felt like we were sitting in a corridor. No one asked if our food was ok.

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  3. Karen

    Staffordshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely food, staff were really welcoming and friendly- first visit. Will definitely return

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  4. Paula

    Birmingham

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Booked for a quiet date night for two . Table all prepared ready for when we arrived in a nice quiet corner , were asked if table was ok and given the option to move if required. We were happy . Ordered drinks which were put on a tab , ordered crispy pork belly and my partner had the JD sizzling beef , food arrived hot and was absolutely delicious. Service was great and nothing too much trouble. Had a lovely romantic evening and would definitely recommend. Well done to The Boat inn ! Will definitely return in the near future.

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  5. Sonia

    London

    46 reviews

    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food perfectly fine although nothing amazing, nice little pub, friendly staff, would return for a drink and a quick bite but not for a special occasion meal.

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  6. Gill

    Staffordshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food excellent service and good value, will book there again

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  7. Kay

    West Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 21 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another lovely lunch with family. Excellent table service as always and friendly, helpful bar staff. We all tried different main courses and everyone enjoyed their choices. The Tuesday 2 for 1 deal and the daily lunch menu are really good value.

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  8. dennis

    Staffordshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Booked table for 2 for Sunday lunch Fantastic service Fantastic food My friend is vegetarian and the waitress done her best to plate up accordingly Would definitely go back

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  9. Kay

    Birmingham

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very impressed with our prosecco bottomless brunch. The staff were amazing and we will definitely be back again. Thank you

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  10. Jane

    Staffordshire

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We have visited here several times now . The food is fantastic with a good variety of choice on the menu. The staff are courteous and efficient . Would highly recommend .

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FAQs

The Boat Inn is rated 4.4 stars by 104 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for The Boat Inn

Cannock Road, Penkridge, Staffordshire ST19 5DT

Additional information

  • Area
    Penkridge
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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