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Red Lion, Kettering Northants, Northampton

Red Lion

4.7
4.7
1199 Reviews
£25 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
19:00
Booked 19 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
The Greedy Gordons Pub company welcome you to the Red Lion. Managed by Ashley Headland, he brings a strong team of consistency and knowledge.

Situated in the heart of Cranford near Kettering a village steeped in history & the pub being the mainstay since the 1700’s.

Head Chef Ben Drury brings loads of experience by bring people together with our love of great food and drink delivered with passion.

Priding ourselves on being ECO-local we have reduced our carbon footprint by using local produce, recycling & upcycling as much as possible as well as providing waste for Bio Fuel. #EcoLocalRedLion.

All welcome and catered for including dogs!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Grill, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    01536 330476
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Sonya Harvey and Richard Gordon
  • Catering
    Greedy Gordons Group provide events catering
  • Private party facilities
    Enquire with the team for special occasions

What 1,199 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Diners' Choice Awards

  • Northampton/Northamptonshire

    Best Overall

  • Northampton/Northamptonshire

    Best Food

  • Northampton/Northamptonshire

    Best Service

  • Northampton/Northamptonshire

    Best Ambience

  • Northampton/Northamptonshire

    Best Value

  • Northampton/Northamptonshire

    Good for groups

  • Northampton/Northamptonshire

    Healthy

  • Northampton/Northamptonshire

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Northampton/Northamptonshire

    Good for special occasions

  • Northampton/Northamptonshire

    Lively

  • Northampton/Northamptonshire

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Red Lion offers a delightful dining experience with a "lovely conservatory setting" and a varied menu. Guests praise the "excellent food and service," highlighting the accommodating staff who cater exceptionally well to dietary needs. Diners appreciate the "fantastic food," including standout dishes like haggis scotch eggs and butterscotch bread pudding. Despite some noise and occasional hiccups, the restaurant is known for its "great atmosphere" and "consistent quality," making it a top choice for special occasions and everyday dining.

1,199 Reviews
  1. Abi

    Nottingham

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    2nd time eating here. Went back because it was so good the first time, and it did not disappoint! I am coeliac and the gluten free choice selection is outstanding. You must order the calamari!!!

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  2. Owen

    Northampton

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A excellent venue for Valentines night. Excellent food, service and surroundings.

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  3. Ian

    Northampton

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always a great experience always welcoming and friendly, great service and always make a fuss of our little dog Bailey. Lovely food (slight issue with the hand cut chips but no problem) ate too much as normal including a dessert of a few scoops of delicious banoffee ice cream Thanks to everyone again will be back again soon. Cheers Ian & Anne (Bailey) 🐾🐾

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  4. Andy

    Northampton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb again. Took the in-laws for a meal. Loved it!
    Red LionResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks Andy for your 5* review and recommendation! Hope to see you again soon! Red Lion Team

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  5. Bev

    Cornwall

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our second time visiting, amazing food, great service. We absolutely love it here!
    Red LionResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks Bev for your 5* review and recommendation! Lovely to see a returning customer! We hope to see you again soon! Red Lion Team

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  6. Wendy

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding as always, staff very knowledgeable and helpful, lunch menu of Sexy Baps were amazing, we will be back.
    Red LionResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks Wendy for your 5* review! The Sexy baps are definitely a good choice! Hope to see you again soon! Red Lion Team

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  7. Sonya

    Northampton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From beginning to end, it was great. Good size portions, my 11 year old was happy with the childrens menu. Attentive staff, good value for great food and service.
    Red LionResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks Sonya for your review and recommendation! Will pass your comments on to our team! Hope to see you again soon! Red Lion Team!

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  8. Carl

    Cheshire

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic Sunday lunch , only slight negative bread butter pudding was strange the different flavour didnt work I'd give that a 4/10 but other deserts were soit on everything else was at least a 9/10

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  9. Cherelle

    Leicestershire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The red lion in Cranford is our favourite pub to visit. Every time we visit the service is prompt, our food comes out fairly quick, really hot and fresh. The menu is varied and has a good choice. We always return.
    Red LionResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks Cherelle for your 5* review and recommendation! Lovely to see you are returning customers! Thanks for your support! Team Red Lion

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  10. Anne

    Northampton

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely conservatory setting. Varied menu. Prompt service. Delicious food.
    Red LionResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks for your 5* review! Team Red Lion

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Red Lion is rated 4.7 stars by 1199 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 19 times today
Google Map for Red Lion

High Street, Cranford, Kettering Northants, Northampton NN14 4AA

Additional information

  • Area
    Kettering
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Grill, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We have ample parking with plenty of overflow on the main street directly outside the building.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Sonya Harvey and Richard Gordon
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan
  • Phone number
    01536 330476
  • Catering
    Greedy Gordons Group provide events catering
  • Private party facilities
    Enquire with the team for special occasions
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