The Reindeer Inn - South Kesteven

It used to be an absolutely fantastic restaurant with character and very snug. Alas it has been sanitised and is now modern without character. The interior is very smart and modern but not 'country '. The food is definitely average but the young staff are excellent. Pleasant and helpful and efficient.

Very easy to divert to from the A1 and we used it as a lunch stop on the way up to Yorkshire and found it to be more of a restaurant than a pub. Two areas either side of the central bar which according to CAMRA’s Whatpub, and indeed historical photos, used to support three local real ales. But not for our visit, which found a limited beer selection with no real ales and Theakston Best on keg as the only available bitter. This is very much badged as a gastro pub and functioned more as a restaurant than pub on the experience of this visit. The food we experienced was very passable, especially as they had smaller plates ideal for a light lunch, and I wouldn’t hesitate to divert here again when looking for something to eat.

One the best roast beef Sunday dinners I have had. Generous portions, the beef was really tender and lots of it. Nice puds and an excellent house Merlot, all served by pleasant, helpful staff. Reasonably priced for the quality. Going to recommend to friends and family.

Lovely relaxed pub, very clean and comfortable. We stopped in with a couple of muddy dogs. And sat outside in the sunshine. Staff helpful quick and friendly. Didnt mind two huge dogs. Food and drink was lovely lunch. In much need off after long dog walk. Would def return.

After reading the more recent reviews my expectations were a little on the low side before visiting for Sunday lunch. I'm so pleased to say the service and food were fantastic. Fresh, tasty and generous portions. The beef on the roast was so tender. Best I've experienced for quite some time. Big shout-out to the women behind the bar. You made us feel very welcome. Thank you