The Ickleton Lion

Restaurant | Saffron Walden | England | United Kingdom

The Ickleton Lion is a traditional country pub in Ickleton, near Saffron Walden, known for its warm atmosphere and diverse menu. The pub offers a mix of British classics and modern dishes prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients.

One particular highlight is the Aged Beef Burger, served on a bed of fresh rocket and topped with mozzarella and a chili tomato jam. It is accompanied by double-cooked fries and a side salad. Another popular dish is the Beer Battered Atlantic Cod and Chips, where the fish is served in a crispy batter with double-cooked fries, peas, tartar sauce, and lemon.

For pasta lovers, the pub offers Homemade Spaghetti Bolognese, a traditional beef bolognese with spaghetti in a rich tomato sauce. Vegetarian options like the Vegetarian Lasagne, filled with mushrooms, tomatoes, zucchini, eggplant, spinach, and béchamel sauce, are also available.

The pub prides itself on a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for a relaxed lunch or dinner. The extensive drinks menu includes local beers, wines, and a selection of cocktails to complement the culinary offerings.

Overall, The Ickleton Lion offers a successful combination of traditional British cuisine, excellent service, and a pleasant environment, making it a recommended destination for lovers of good food in the region.

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9 Abbey St
Ickleton
CB10 1SS Saffron Walden

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260 Reviews

Jonathan Dance
19.08.2023

It's closed!
Tony Cannon
15.07.2018

Edit: 5 years relapsed and we still talk about this place! Called in on chance when passing to go to a concert at Audley End. Pizza was truly excellent, nicely cooked and very tasty, without costing a bomb. Ideal filler before the event, would definitely recommend
Anne Peverett
05.08.2023

Sadly, not really a pub no more. Tis so sad. Needs new life and revamp. Hardly anyone there but two dogs. Food was average but we only had a pizza. The pub had no lemonade and very little on offer except beer to drink. I would go more often if pleasant. Originally it was very good but it is sad now
Wilhelm Grobler
02.07.2023

They are closing down
Lynne Baker
20.06.2023

I do not like putting bad reviews but I have to say given this a 1 star rating is being very generous food was terrible I had to send it back and get a sandwich in its place, gravy was like oxo cubes with water there were black bits in my dinner and the chips were overdone and looked like the fat hadn't been changed in months. I will not be returning. the girls serving were pleasant enough but had to go find them one was standing at end of bar on phone round the corner. avoid at all costs
Mark Chesney
22.06.2022

Top Place. Great atmosphere and well looked after by the Head of the House. Kitchen welcomes Big groups 🤘esp H&H
John Murray
29.03.2023

They seem to have economised by letting the chef go.
Catherine Clark
20.03.2023

Worst pub. Such a shame as it was once fabulous. its a mess, not good service. Garden covered in dog poo because landlord is clearly lazy in his running, loos haggered, glasses uncollected. Dogs that have been running around in garden are then left to roam the kitchen during lunch service. Very expensive round of drinks in dirty glasses. Not going to give this place a second chance.
Rodrigo Secolin
19.03.2023

Visitei em setembro de 2014. O ambiente é muito aconchegante e super tranquilo. A comida também estava muito boa. O atendimento também foi bom. Vale a pena conhecer.
Jenny Bailey
05.03.2023

Lovely pub but very disappointed at our experience today. Booked for Sunday lunch at 2pm. Service was non existent. Had to ask for drinks, then menus then to place order. Food arrived an hour later. Roast dinner served in bowls…. Gave up an hour later waiting to be asked for dessert or coffee. 2 hours to serve one average course. We shall not be returning.
Jo Henderson
04.03.2023

Great village pub! The food and service were amazing. No complaints, We'll definitely be going back
jacqui keech
13.02.2023

There was a lovely ambiance within the pub especially when the wood burner was lit! We were served good pub roast dinners although the beef and lamb were a little fatty. Great toffee pudding! Overall the service was a little slow which was not a problem for our chilled family gathering, it would of been nice to of had some empties removed though. Out the back was a decent sized village park for dog walking with a play park.
Paul Varcoe
09.02.2023

Good food and service. Bit chilly!
Steven Roffe
12.01.2023

Awesome pub
Rick Reynolds
21.12.2022

We had a wake there, soon after they suffered two family losses themselves. They were absolutely marvellous with friends helping out. Great atmosphere, well done and thank you
Nick Williams
14.12.2022

Unfortunately suffering from a power cut when our party arrived, but we were welcomed non the less and there was a lovely wood fire to keep us all warm.
Hannah Saward
01.12.2022

Lovely landlord and really delicious food. Went with a small baby and they were very accomodating.
Bob Reeves
27.11.2022

Very hospital . Nice food good food
Clem Andrews
17.11.2022

Super service.
Carl Doherty
16.06.2018

B Very good, just wish there was access to the higher bar so there was access to the loo and outside there is no access to the higher grassed area where there are tables.
Hannah Phillips
30.10.2022

Tasty Sunday roast with great veggie option- mushroom wellington
Matt Parylo
22.10.2022

Amazing food!! Great service, what's not to like ?
Joshua Matthew
20.10.2022

A pretty decent pub, suitable for team bonding.
Khan Killman
08.10.2022

The owners were incredibly nice and the food was excellent.
Al Godsmark
24.09.2022

Really nice pub, much needed after a full day at Duxford. Good menu options, well cooked and presented foods.
OneStop Glazing of (Saffron Walden)
10.09.2022

Good food and real ale
Keith Glover
21.08.2022

fantastic food and service. and relaxing atmosphere.
kez ewens
21.07.2022

Read the previous post about no stock, disappointing.
Martyn Wright
10.07.2022

Had been to collect son from uni so my son .daughter and I called for a drink
Steph Basham
25.06.2022

What a gem!! We have been out many times post covid and been constantly disappointed with standard of service and quality of food. We went out tonight, spur of the moment to a quiet deserted pub restaurant. But could not be more delighted! Beautiful food, full of flavour!! Don’t let these little gems of local pubs go under. Thoroughly recommend the Lion! You will not be disappointed 😁

 

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