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The Queens Head Bar & Restaurant

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Nestled on the edge of Sleaford, the Queens Head Lounge and Restaurant offers a delightful blend of elegance and comfort, making it the perfect destination for an unforgettable dining experience. With its chic décor and inviting ambiance, guests are welcomed into a space that harmoniously balances contemporary style with classic charm.

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4.5/5

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31 January 2025

Ridiculously overpriced for the quantity and quality of what you get for a Sunday lunch. Wrong order was brought to the table, wrong drink and the food was awful. I’ve been to this pub a fair few times and never been disappointed, but this was something else. More...

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31 January 2025

Had a fantastic Burns Night meal, great food and excellent selection of drinks. Well worth a visit!

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26 January 2025

It's a nice enough place. Basic food There dirty fries are very poor. We will return as there's nowt else around. Don't expect anything special though.

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26 January 2025

Disappointed been twice before last year was amazing. Last night went for dinner. Majority of our party were disappointed . Not sure what the difference was last night food was average not what we were expecting for the price. Not sure we would chance going again. More...

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19 January 2025

Went in for Sunday lunch and was taken into the conservatory which was like a very cold grey bland box. When asked if we could go into the dining room we were told it was colder in there. We were served by a very sullen waitress who never spoke or smiled once. There was no atmosphere at all and the food was only lukewarm due to the room being cold Surely the 8 of us could have gone into a warm dining room and other people as well. This used to be a lovely pub and restaurant but has seriously gone downhill. Very unimpressed More...

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12 January 2025

Fantastic food, Service was very good, can't fault it really.

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2 November 2024

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2 November 2024

Lovely pub, we sat in the conservatory with our dog and had a fish finger sandwich and a burger, both of which were excellent. Really fortunate as this was halfway for us on a long journey. Staff very friendly and welcoming. Would be coming back on Monday if they weren't closed! Kid-friendliness: Really spacious baby change in disabled toilet More...

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2 September 2024

My first visit for a quick snack at lunch and it was absolutely brilliant, one of the best burgers I have ever had 🥰 I assumed (wrongly) that it was only gourmet meals but there is also a lunch menu or just drinks if you prefer. With several different areas including an outdoor area, there is a great selection of places to eat and drink. The burger was a lamb burger and the addition of the goats cheese is absolutely genius 😍 I will definetly be returning and definitely highly recommend 😍 Wheelchair accessibility: Everything was flat and accessible More...

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2 September 2024

Very clean staff helpful and courteous menu good for a lunch time wine Very nice reasonably priced

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2 September 2024

Sun was shining, so we sat outside, and the 2 dogs were given water. The waiter was excellent and very friendly. He sorted out a minor issue. Great lunchtime for us all. We will return. Lounge area nicely appointed with comfy sofas, too. Vegetarian options: I didn't have this. More...

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2 August 2024

Called in for lunch today. Fast efficient service from Kevin, who was very helpful and friendly. We sat in the conservatory. Hubby chose from the main menu, pan fried scallops with cauliflower sides followed by trout with Jersey royals peas and asparagus. I went for the lunch for less menu. Scampi then chicken chorizo and bean cassoulet. Cannot fault a thing. All served piping hot, presented nicely and delicious to eat. Background music was easy to listen to. All in all a very pleasurable experience. If we are ever travelling that way again, we will make a point of calling in. More...

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2 August 2024

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2 July 2024

Like the curate's egg, good in parts. The fish and chips was fine, although I'm not convinced by the chips, were they of the "double cooked" variety, I wonder? Steak and Guinness pie was mostly mushrooms, not mentioned on the menu, and which I hate. Mash was ok, but nothing special, despite the menu bigging it up. Worst dish was the cheese board, for which there was a surcharge. Tiny pieces of cheese end cuts, a bit sweaty too. Sorry, for this money I expected better. Cheese cake dessert with ice-cream was very nice. Despite not being busy, service was a bit slow and we were waiting to order for longer than expected. We did bring some of this to the attention of the manager (owner?) but he didn't convince me that he was that bothered. It's been 3 years since we've been here, and it will probably be another 3 before we try it again. A shame, as the decor was nice but why did they sit all the customers in close proximity in an otherwise empty (and quiet) restaurant? Very awkward to hold a private conversation. More...

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2 July 2024

Zeer lekker, zeer vriendelijk, zeer ok!!!!

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2 July 2024

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7 June 2024

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1 June 2024

We visited for the first time recently for lunch based on the good reviews we’ve read on Google and the AA review of excellence . The atmosphere and decor were great and the staff were all welcoming and attentive. However something went wrong in the kitchen that lunch time. I ordered soup with a poached egg followed by trout. The soup arrived with the ciabatta semi frozen and ice cold to the touch clearly recently defrosted but not warmed up to room temperature. I asked for the bread to be warmed up and they took my plate away return a few moments later. Upon eating my soup I realised they put the whole plate soup and all into the microwave as my soup arrived hotter, the bread was now defrosted and the poached egg now a boiled chewy lump. Not an enjoyable meal, feelings which were shared by customers sitting to our left and right who had the pork chop which they felt wasn’t tender as it could be. Everyone can have a bad day in the kitchen hopefully this was a one off. More...

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29 May 2024

On the day we visited unfortunately the cooking wasn’t reflective of other reviews or the AA rating.

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25 May 2024

Service was outstanding, the staff made us all feel comfortable even a restless 7 year old. The food while not cheap was incredible as was the atmosphere. I'll be heading back there soon. Thanks you all. Kid-friendliness: Yes absolutely brilliant More...

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25 May 2024

First time visit for Sunday lunch to use as a half way meeting place between Norfolk and Stockton-on-Tees. We will definitely be back. The food and service was amazing.

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18 May 2024

We were a party of 14 but the only ones in the restaurant. That said, the food was superb and the service excellent.

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8 May 2024

The food was beautiful and the environment was perfect.

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8 May 2024

V good food and service Thanks DJ STEVE FRANCIS

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8 May 2024

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8 May 2024

We went to the Queens Head with my family for a meal and it was superb. The manager and the staff were all really helpful and friendly. It was very child friendly, our 15 month old son had a great time chatting with the staff! The food was delicious, and the portions were perfect. Thank you for a fantastic meal. More...

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8 May 2024

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8 May 2024

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8 April 2024

Great food, very pleasant staff. Nice relaxing atmosphere. Well worth a visit.

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8 April 2024

Had a lovely Sunday lunch here to celebrate mother's day. Hadn't been for years, but the new owners have great food, service, and a nice modern but tasteful interior. Will definitely be back.

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8 March 2024

We had a wonderful valentine meal, delicious food and attentive service. There was a lovely choice on the menu, which was short, indicating that they were attentive to quality. The scallops and fish were cooked perfectly. We had a totally delightful meal and I would thoroughly recommend. More...

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8 March 2024

Delicious valentine meal, very good food presented extremely well. Great value and nice atmosphere. What more would you want?

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8 March 2024

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8 February 2024

Nice food and reasonably priced. Menu was a little limited, however, we were informed that they were going through a menu change at the time. Would definitely return again.

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8 February 2024

Delicious home made food and very friendly service. The meal was delicious and very high quality with an interesting, creative and cosmopolitan menu. The meal was very well priced and we would strongly recommend this restaurant. More...

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8 February 2024

Sunday Roast 28th Jan. Great service from Lisa and Nathan. Roast Beef dinner was excellent. Many thanks.

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8 February 2024

Manager sitting outside smoking and manageress sitting at the bar playing with here phone. Food was good but that where it ends.

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8 January 2024

Dropped in around lunchtime having visited the grave of a dear friend in the local churchyard. Sampled the English Tapas which was delicious, as was The Reverend James Ale. Hadn't noticed the place, which is off Mount Lane, on our first visit to the village, So glad we did this time. More...

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8 January 2024

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8 January 2024

A very nice meal, with friends. Wheelchair accessibility: Easy access to all of the public rooms.

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12 December 2023

Very high quality food, probably the best I've eaten to be fair. Every course was exceptional and I cannot recommend the pheasant enough. If you want to push the boat out for a real treat it's definitely worth the money, will be back no doubt. More...

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8 December 2023

Good food .. staff .. very young and not trained well .. could be superb if the management team made more effort to train young and inexperienced staff

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8 December 2023

Always good. Expensive. Often not many people in. Lounge area much better now the tables have gone and sofas have replaced them. Pleasant staff.

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8 December 2023

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8 December 2023

Quality food; excellent service; lovely atmosphere!

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12 November 2023

We have been today for the first time with friends that have been before it’s an hour and half’s drive away from where we live and all the food and staff and surroundings was 5 star we felt very looked after. The Sunday roast was just amazing the desserts amazing so tasty (especially the cheese and biscuits with strawberry ice cream 😉) my cheesecake was divine. Thankyou we will come again to see you well worth the drive xx More...

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11 November 2023

just had an impromptu meal here with 2 of my children. without booking they were warm, welcoming and friendly in a very pleasant and relaxed atmosphere. trying to push my younger daughter into trying new flavours the lovely lady, caprice, was encouraging and helpful. food came steadily, cooked perfectly and was excellent overall. while I give high regards to the chef, I do have to give higher to caprice whom was one of the best waitresses I have ever had the pleasure to meet. can't wait to call again More...

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8 November 2023

Really nice sunday lunch

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23 October 2023

A great night in the bar. Tapas was amazing. Plenty of choice for both of us - including one veggie Will be returning soon

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8 October 2023

Absolutely delicious food. Really friendly staff. A lovely place for a meal. Sniffling hot day but air con in the conservatory made it a bright comfortable place to be. It's super clean and a modern feel. Well worth it More...

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Dedicated restaurant, conservatory, bar or outside spaces available for a variety of events, including spectacular award winning food and a licensed bar.

Dedicated private space including WiFi and large screen for meetings, with lunch, sandwiches, buffet options and hot/cold drink options.

Spectacular and bespoke high quality dining options available for private dining in our fantastic a la carte restaurant

Bespoke buffet options available using high quality, freshly cooked products. No pre made or pre packed food with us!

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