The Albion
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About The Albion
On The Promenade in Carnforth, The Albion is a pub and restaurant that sits at the edge of the estuary, with views across to Grange-over-Sands. The 29-item menu runs from Prawn Cocktail and Loaded Nachos to simpler plates like Ham Salad and Tuna & Mayo, and Sunday lunch is served. Outdoor seating is fitted with heaters and glass screens for eating outside through more of the year. The pub is owned by Thwaites brewery, and a step-free entrance suits visitors with mobility needs. Dogs are welcome inside as well as in the outdoor area. A quiz night runs alongside the regular food service, and the pub opens daily. Reservations are recommended given the range of dining and events on offer.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Plenty of parking
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Menu & Prices
29 dishes · mains £2–15- Prawn Cocktail£7.95
- Loaded Nachos£6.95
- Cheddar Cheese£6.95
- Egg Mayonnaise£6.95
- Ham Salad£7.95
- Tuna & Mayo£7.95
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention estuary views, sunday lunch, greasy battered dishes and overcooked burger and sausages.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention estuary views, sunday lunch, greasy battered dishes and overcooked burger and sausages.
Customer Review Summary
Food consistency is the recurring trade-off. Several describe greasy execution, from a squid starter called "terribly greasy" to a katsu curry reviewers felt was battered rather than breaded. Others report more serious misses: a tuna mayo baguette arriving in clingfilm with no plate, a steak pie one reviewer says needed "a chainsaw" to cut after an hour's wait, an overcooked Albion burger sent back, and one visit where a meal arrived short and a manager never came to the table. Despite this, several reviewers say they returned or plan to, particularly for the view and the Sunday roast.
Customer Review Summary
Food consistency is the recurring trade-off. Several describe greasy execution, from a squid starter called "terribly greasy" to a katsu curry reviewers felt was battered rather than breaded. Others report more serious misses: a tuna mayo baguette arriving in clingfilm with no plate, a steak pie one reviewer says needed "a chainsaw" to cut after an hour's wait, an overcooked Albion burger sent back, and one visit where a meal arrived short and a manager never came to the table. Despite this, several reviewers say they returned or plan to, particularly for the view and the Sunday roast.
Featured reviews
- Jon Shipp
“Friendly staff, great food, but limited on street parking to 1hr (though we were told that they never see a traffic warden). Lovely views across the bay whether inside or out. Spent £94 for 4 people, food and 1 drink each.”
- Oliver Williams
“Had to wait over an hour for food even though it wasn’t that busy on a Monday evening. When we eventually received it, would need a chainsaw to cut the steak pie, barely any gravy, veg was awful and mash was clearly frozen. Probably the worst meal I’ve ever had from a pub, only ate it because we had to wait so long and was starving, massively overpriced.”
- Jonathan Latham
“great place for a beer and view. the outside area was in need of a clean/ brush up.”
- emma ruth
“Very tasty food! Fish and chips tasted like when I was kid, haven't found this quality in years. Great kids menu. 46 pounds for 2 adults and a child”
- ashley grocott
“Came here and ordered food, had to ask for my change (great start) food arrived and 1 meal short with 1 other meal dripping in grease, asked to speak to a manager and waited 15 mins and they couldn't even have the decency come out and speak to us, absolute joke. Would never eat here again.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Has great beer selection
- Has great wine list
- Has quiz night
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Serves dine-in
Show more amenities
- Good for kids
- Serves food at bar
- Casual
- On-site services available
- Serves beer
- Serves food
- Offerings· 4
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
- Popular for· 1
- Good for solo dining
- Atmosphere· 1
- Cosy
- Highlights· 3
- Has great beer selection
- Has great wine list
- Has quiz night
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Parking· 1
- Plenty of parking
- Dining options· 2
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
Location
Bars near The Albion
- The Canal Turn - Carnforth4.11,3235.9 mi away
sharing roast, sandwiches and chips, canal walk location
- The Lord Nelson4.13799 mi away£10–20
karaoke nights, cheap pints, open mic
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The AlbionReservations · Good for kids | 4.11,372 | — | £10–20 | estuary views, sunday lunch, greasy battered dishes |
| The Canal Turn - Carnforth | 4.11,323 | 5.9 mi away | — | sharing roast, sandwiches and chips, canal walk location |
| The Lord Nelson | 4.1379 | 9 mi away | £10–20 | karaoke nights, cheap pints, open mic |
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