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Nice & cosy - The Red Lion, Haverhill, Essex

The Red Lion

4.7
4.7
309 Reviews
£25 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
  • Charming
  • Dog-friendly
  • Neighbourhood gem
Beautiful 14th Century country dining pub serving delicious, seasonal, freshly prepared food, with ingredients sourced from some of our region's finest artisanal producers.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Contemporary European, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    01440 766971
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Haverhill
  • Cross Street
    The Street, Sturmer
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 309 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Norfolk/Suffolk

    Best Service

  • Norfolk/Suffolk

    Best Ambience

  • Norfolk/Suffolk

    Gastro Pub

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Red Lion offers "delicious food" and "excellent service" in a cozy, dog-friendly setting. Patrons praise the "friendly and helpful staff," "lovely atmosphere," and a "great choice of menu." Ideal for both casual meals and special occasions, it consistently delivers "home-cooked" meals and "great value."

309 Reviews
  1. Steve

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice venue, staff and food - that’s why we keep going back

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  2. Perri

    Essex

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Another lovely meal out at the Red Lion. We will be back

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  3. Ben

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, an outstanding meal at the Red Lion. The staff were attentive and friendly, talking us through the specials and adjusting meals to suit. The food was served promptly and as always, absolutely delicious. This restaurant has fast become our favourite place to eat and cannot wait to return.

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  4. Avinash

    Cambridge

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent place to have dinner with family and friends. Ambience is nice, service is quick and very welcoming with smiles.

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  5. Deana

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and service. Could not fault at all. The waitresses were just just lovely

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  6. JOHN

    Essex

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The beer battered haddock was excellent with crispy chips and crushed peas a delight. The staff were attentive and food arrived quickly. Well worth a visit, we will be back.

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  7. Heather

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As a group of five, we all enjoyed our meal. Very friendly staff.

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  8. Dyane

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent, food was hot and tasted delicious. Great choice of menu . Venue was clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend

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  9. Carole

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff friendly and helpful. Food good. A regular local place to eat.

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  10. Velda

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice cosy homely feel. Staff are excellent. Never wait long even when they're busy - which is most of the time! Love that its dog friendly.

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FAQs

The Red Lion is rated 4.7 stars by 309 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for The Red Lion

5 Rowley Hill, Haverhill, Essex CB9 7ZH

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    The Street, Sturmer
  • Area
    Haverhill
  • Hours of Operation
    Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Contemporary European, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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