Location: Oakham
Top Restaurants in Oakham
Top 10 Bar food in Oakham, England, United Kingdom
Discover Restaurants offering the best Bar food in Oakham, England, United Kingdom. Oakham is the county town of Rutland in the East Midlands of England, 25 miles (40.2 km) east of Leicester, 28 miles (45.1 km) south-east of Nottingham and 23 miles (37.0 km) west of Peterborough. Oakham has a population of 10,922, as of the 2011 census.
Things to do in Oakham
10. Fox & Hounds Restaurant Exton
Overall Ratings
4 based on 359 reviews
The Fox and Hounds Hotel is a handsome former 17th Century coaching inn that dominates the Green in the picturesque Rutland village of Exton. The building oozes character, with a number of fireplaces for cosy winter evenings and a pretty garden for lazy s
Reviewed By Schuwi
We have eaten before in this pub and restaurant and have always had good service and food.We arrived on an evening of chaos to find a new chef had arrived a week earlier and was struggling with the number of orders so our wait for food was long.The wine list was brought to us with an explanation that they didnât have any wines on it. Very little choice of wine or gin by the glass. We sat and observed other parties either waiting for ages for their food or complaining about the lack of drinks on offer. Staff were struggling to cope and it appeared disorganised.When our food did arrive it was not up to the standard we had expected with the steak tasting burnt, mushrooms old and soggy and pork over cooked and dry.My husband did complain and we had a free glass of the house wine but this did not make up for the disappointing evening.We gave desserts a miss by the time we had eaten and left just as a couple were turned away. This is a lovely pub in a great location but it had the feel of a pub being run down with very little stock and insufficient staff on the evening we visited. Hope it turns around soon.
9. The Admiral Hornblower
Overall Ratings
4 based on 373 reviews
Reviewed By superwrong
Enjoyed an excellent Sunday lunch here with friends. I had the beef, which was beautiful and portion sizes were decent. We ordered a side of delicious cauliflower cheese and couldnât resist choosing from the pudding menu. Nice garden area to enjoy the sunshine. Only thing stopping it being 5 stars was food could have been hotter - it was like warm when it arrived. Extra gravy soon sorted that out. Excellent, friendly service.
8. The Wheatsheaf
Overall Ratings
4 based on 169 reviews
Reviewed By BarbaraEverest
My friend and I were staying in Oakham on a mid week break. The Wheatsheaf was recommended to us by a couple in our hotel as they had dined there the previous evening.We were greeted by a very helpful and pleasant man called Dan, who I believe is the owner.He answered our questions about the menu. It was a Thursday evening and the offer was 2 8oz.steaks for £15.The sirloin steaks were supplied by Nelson, the local butchers on the High Street. The menu featured many homemade dishes and sounded delicious. We were spoilt for choice. The prices were very reasonable compared with many pubs 8n the town.Our food arrived promptly and it was absolutely delicious.We were lucky to get the last portion of blueberry cheesecake and it was devine.We received checkbacks from Dan during the evening. I would recommend booking a table here to avoid disappointment. It was a wet and cold evening so the open fire was most inviting.The combination of tasty food and welcoming staff made the ideal combination. If only all pubs could clone this winning recipe. Thank you for a lovely evening. I will be back soon with family and friends.
7. Horse and Jockey
Overall Ratings
4 based on 576 reviews
The Horse and Jockey is an award winning privately owned freehouse located in the idyllic village of Manton on the south shore of Rutland Water. The Horse and Jockey offers all the charm and character of a traditional country inn.The open fires, stone flo
Reviewed By Andy748s
We like returning to this local village pub. Every year it just gets better. We didn't book but tried our luck by turning up. The pub had developed the paddock opposite so same car parking and additional facilities for visitors. The staff are very welcoming and happy to help. We had the white bait and halloumi specials that came with a fresh salad and a tuna nicoise to share. Excellent food lovely cosy pub quick efficient service.Recommended Good evening, thank you for your kind review. I'm glad that you took advantage of our specials and like you say we work hard to try and keep improving. We hope to keep welcoming you back again and again!
6. The Lord Nelson
Overall Ratings
4 based on 472 reviews
The Lord Nelson is a beautiful pub tucked away in the heart of Oakham. As just one of two towns in Rutland, Oakham itself is packed with character. The Lord Nelson fits in perfectly â dating back to the 1500âs the building has been lovingly restored the K
Reviewed By Roosquared
We were looking for food at 6.30pm on a Friday night while passing close to Oakham. We had been recommended this place. What a great recommendation. Liked the quirky layout plus the cricketers wallpaper. Liked the way they did the food ordering and the food was excellent. Fish and chips for me, best chips for a long time and crunchy tasty battered fish. Pie for my husband, delicious.
5. The Kings Arms
Overall Ratings
4 based on 364 reviews
The Culinary Heartbeat of Rural Rutland.The Kings Arms is a 17th Century Inn situated in the peaceful & secluded conservation village of Wing. Surrounded by beautiful buildings of local stone and Colly Weston slate this quintessential English Inn nestles
Reviewed By Duncflint17
You will enjoy stepping back in time in the quierky bar area. Wooden panelling and great fire place. I would recommend a visit in the winter to cash in on the cosy environment.
4. The Blue Ball
Overall Ratings
4 based on 407 reviews
The warmest welcome & freshest food at Rutland's oldest inn. Proper pub food. Varied Menu of steak, fish, meat & vegetarian dishes, starters & desserts. Plenty of Gluten Free options. Child's portions & prices. All freshly prepared daily, using seasonal,
Reviewed By martinfromleicester
Came across this lovely place on our way back from Rutland Water. Arrived about 1.30 and went for the ciabattas (1 cheese and pickle, 1 Brie and bacon), both with potato wedges and coleslaw. Very tasty, and very filling - couldnât manage a dessert this time, but will definitely go back one evening before long. Very welcoming and friendly as well. So glad we found it.
3. The Wheatsheaf
Overall Ratings
4 based on 498 reviews
Reviewed By 7005
Recently attended the wheatsheaf in Langham and it was as good as ever. We opted for the roast dinner which was magnificent. Really helpful staff and owners who go above and beyond to make sure you're accommodated and even bring out a legendary steak and ale pie, just because they wanted to ensure we were looked after!
2. The Fox and Hounds Knossington
Overall Ratings
5 based on 300 reviews
Welcome to the Fox and Hounds in Knossington. We aim to provide a fine dining experience within the homely atmosphere of a country pub. All our food is local produce and freshly cooked to order by our wonderfull chef Roy. We welcome reservations.Opening t
Reviewed By shepherd1
We have now visited The Fox and Hounds on four occasions each time for Sunday lunch which is always superb.Because it is so good, and other people know about it, it is invariably fully booked and really it is necessary to book well in advance. This time we booked four weeks ahead.There were four of us all selecting beef for our main course, delicious, perfectly cooked as were all the vegetables, etc. Observation. Desserts chosen were accompanied by vanilla ice cream which lacked creaminess, it was rather watery.Staff are efficient and as the wheels of industry turn in the kitchen a well oiled performance is produced for all diners to enjoy.So looking forward to our next visit.
1. The Blue Ball
Overall Ratings
4 based on 407 reviews
The warmest welcome & freshest food at Rutland's oldest inn. Proper pub food. Varied Menu of steak, fish, meat & vegetarian dishes, starters & desserts. Plenty of Gluten Free options. Child's portions & prices. All freshly prepared daily, using seasonal,
Reviewed By martinfromleicester
Came across this lovely place on our way back from Rutland Water. Arrived about 1.30 and went for the ciabattas (1 cheese and pickle, 1 Brie and bacon), both with potato wedges and coleslaw. Very tasty, and very filling - couldnât manage a dessert this time, but will definitely go back one evening before long. Very welcoming and friendly as well. So glad we found it.
