The Fat Badger York

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   Simon

   London4 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a lovely Sunday roast lunch from the Mother’s Day menu — our first visit since the venue was taken over (formerly the Lamb and Lion Inn). We were given the cosy corner table we’d requested, which was perfect. It was a beautiful sunny day, and with the sunlight streaming through the window, the ambience was just right. The roast was probably the best we’ve had in York outside of my wife’s kitchen! The leg of lamb was slightly on the chewy side, but everything else was top notch — a solid 8 out of 10. We shared a sticky toffee pudding with salted caramel ice cream for dessert, and that was a perfect 10. I’m not usually a fan of sticky toffee pudding, but I genuinely couldn’t imagine how it could be improved. Service was friendly and efficient. The waitresses were especially polite and attentive. A small hiccup — we asked the young waiter for mint sauce, which never arrived, and he later brought the bill unprompted. Still, this was only a minor slip in an otherwise very enjoyable experience. All in all, a thoroughly satisfying meal — we’d definitely come back again.
   

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   Mark

   Yorkshire6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The pubs great, the service excellent and the chicken burgers superb. We've come here 2 weeks in a row.
   

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   Nicola

   Yorkshire4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 23 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Gorgeous roast beef lunch , very tasty. Lovely friendly staff and excellent service.
   

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   The Fat Badger YorkResponded 7 days ago

   Thank you for your review Nicola, We're pleased to hear you enjoyed our wonderful roast dinner and hope you join us again in the near future! Cheers, Fat Badger
   

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   IanL

   Yorkshire6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 22 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Love the style of the place, good service, nice portions, great staff
   

   The Fat Badger YorkResponded 7 days ago

   Thank you for your review Ian, It is great to hear that you love our wonderful style, delicious food, and fabulous staff. We do hope you return in future. Cheers, Fat Badger
   

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   Jackie

   London1 review

   4.0

   Dined on 15 March 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Really good food ,drinks ,service and atmosphere.Would like to return when visiting York again..
   

   The Fat Badger YorkResponded on 18 March 2025

   Thank you for your review Jackie, We are pleased you had a wonderful experience dining with us and that our food, drinks, service, and atmosphere lived up to their usual fabulous expectations. We look forward to seeing you again! Cheers, Fat Badger
   

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   Lee

   Yorkshire1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 4 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Very friendly and helpful staff and the food was fantastic. A very enjoyable day many thanks
   

   The Fat Badger YorkResponded on 13 March 2025

   Thank you for your review Lee, It is always a pleasure to hear great things about our fantastic staff and wonderful food. We hope to see you again in the near future. Cheers, Fat Badger
   

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   Jesper

   Yorkshire1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 2 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We went there as tourists to try the Sunday roast, and we were not disappointed! The meat was delicious, and we got lots of tasty vegetables at the side, and a fluffy Yorkshire pudding. The staff was friendly and helpful. The establishment was cozy, albeit a little noisy.
   

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   The Fat Badger YorkResponded on 11 March 2025

   Thank you for your review Jesper, We are so pleased to hear such positive comments about our fantastic Sunday Roast and wonderful staff. We do hope you visit us again soon. Cheers, Fat Badger
   

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   Jane

   Yorkshire1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 25 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fabulous venue, food and friendly service. Perfect thanks 😊
   

   The Fat Badger YorkResponded on 26 February 2025

   Thank you for your review Jane, We're so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed our wonderful venue, fabulous food, and excellent service and do hope you visit us again soon. Cheers, Fat Badger
   

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   Barbara

   Bath7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 24 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had a lovely meal last night. The burger was huge and cooked just right. Our waitress Liz, is a lovely young lady. Such good value too.
   

   The Fat Badger YorkResponded on 25 February 2025

   Thank you for your review Barbara, Thank you for your positive feedback about our fabulous staff. It is lovely to hear how much you enjoyed your Burger. We hope that you visit us again soon! Cheers, Fat Badger
   

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    Andrew

    Manchester11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4

    Good service and food , staff very friendly and helpful, place old pub in good spot
    

    The Fat Badger YorkResponded on 25 February 2025

    Thank you for the review Andrew, It is a pleasure to hear that you loved our excellent food served by our fabulous staff members. Cheers, Fat Badger
    

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