Heverlee 0623
Heverlee 0623

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Upon visiting The Royal Oak we make the environment warming and comfortable, our bar is full of charm showcasing a varied drinks selection that provides options for everyone. We welcome the whole family!

Our local real ales are extremely popular as is our great wine list and an impressive choice of spirits.

During the summer, why not relax at Big Ed’s Rum Shack in our spacious garden.

We keep warm in winter as the log fires burn, you’ll be happy to allow a few hours to slip by in cosy surroundings.

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4.6/5

Andrew Reeves-Hall

4 months ago

Updated 2023-11 (2 stars): We visited a few months back and several times before under the previous landlord. Our visits were always fantastic: tasty real ales and great food choices. The pub just recently reopened under a new landlord. We really hope that the pub will rise back up to previous standards, but today at least it fell far short for us. We hope this feedback can help the new landlord get a good footing for our intended return. Our reservation that was made through Google / Dojo did not make it through to the pub (the staff says that this wasn't the first time that that had happened). Nevertheless, it was great to see this wonderful pub open again, and so busy. Thankfully a table was found for us. Friendly service ensured we got our drinks and food order right away. Great! The lunch menu was quite basic - pub grub. I ordered the burger, and my wife the fish & chips. For drinks we had their Wainwright Amber real ale. The ale was lacking conditioning, tasting flat which was not enjoyable. We tried their other real ale later and it too suffered the same lack of conditioning. Our food took about 30-40 minutes to be brought out. The presentation was bland (it was not at all like what you see on their website). My burger was overcooked: it was crunchy (!) at the edges of the thin patty. The white bun was crumbly as if it was not fresh bread. The accompanying potato wedges were not flavourful: I had to add salt and ketchup (I don't usually). My wife's fish & chips also was overdone: the batter was inedible but the fish inside thankfully was good. No one came to check if everything was to our liking. No bill was given to us when I asked at the bar, instead just the credit card reader was presented with the total to be paid. I asked for the itemised bill and was told it would come after payment. When the bill did get printed off, it had no prices beside the items - it was a gift receipt. I asked a third time and finally was handed a receipt which did show prices but strangely showed 0% tax but a "total tips" of 10%! We did not know that this service charge would be added on. As we got dressed to depart, one staff member did apologize for our long wait for food, which we appreciated them saying. We truly do hope this is just start-up pains with the re-opening because we do so love coming for walks around the countryside here, and want to look forward to a cozy meal in this pub with great beer. We do intend to return, to support their re-opening. I have uploaded 7 more pics from today, of which 3 are of the lunch and dinner menus. -- -- -- -- 2019 (4 stars): Delicious Sunday roast lunch at this country pub! Very friendly staff with quick service. Good selection of real ales (conditioned and served perfectly). We cycled here from Whitchurch through the lively countryside. One star off because the gents could do with a refresh.

Shaun Virtue

5 months ago

So pleased the Royal Oak has reopened! Service was perfect! The greeting from the team was so friendly and welcoming. The food was first class, good choices and quality meals. Drinks service and selection ideal! Certainly back on as one of our regular stops. Greet for the village too! Highly recommended- fabulous country pub!

S P O O N _

5 months ago

Sunday October 8th, 24 degrees, after a long and beautiful walk around Sydmonton. a cold pint of Shipyard, and a little marvel of Goat's cheese and beetroot. ,,,,,,♥️✨ The Royal Oak's got the love.

Liz Ferla

7 months ago

Lovely place for a meal out with family or friends. Food delicious. We'll behaved dogs welcome. Great seating area outside with shelter from the elements. Reasonably priced. Wonderful staff. My grandchildens favourite eating place.

William Mahy

1 year ago

Excellent old village pub, parts of which date back to the 13th century. Nice selection of beers and a good choice of food from the menu. The pub has been extended over the years to accommodate quite a few restaurant seats, and seating is spread out over 4 or 5 separated large rooms. Large garden to the rear, with plenty of bench seats, overlooking the village stream.

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Heverlee 0623
Heverlee 0623