Head O' the Road
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About Head O' the Road
Head O' the Road is a pub in Craigavon, set along 3ontylew Rd, operating as a local tavern in a residential part of town. The pub centers on a bar and drinks service typical of a neighborhood pub, with a focus on serving pints and casual drinks in a straightforward setting. Its name, Head O' the Road, reflects a sense of place and direction, suggesting a stop along a route rather than a destination venue. The interior follows a simple pub layout, with a bar counter as the focal point and seating arranged for small groups and regulars. There is no indication of a kitchen or food menu in the available data, so the offering appears to be drink-led. The atmosphere is shaped by its role as a local gathering spot, where patrons can expect a quiet, unpretentious environment. The pub serves as a social anchor for the immediate area, drawing in nearby residents for a casual drink. Its identity is rooted in consistency and familiarity, with no themed nights or special events noted in the supplied information.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Free parking lot · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chicken sizzler, garlic cubes, arancini and tiger prawn starter.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chicken sizzler, garlic cubes, arancini and tiger prawn starter.
Customer Review Summary
Head O' the Road draws consistent praise for its hearty, well presented food, with diners singling out the burger, chicken sizzler, garlic cubes, arancini, and spicy beef as standouts, alongside mentions of tiger prawn starter, pan-seared salmon, and raspberry creme brulee. Most describe the portions as generous and the prices competitive, and several note the pints of Guinness as a plus. Service is repeatedly called friendly, welcoming, and efficient, with one reviewer highlighting how accommodating the staff were even on a busy Saturday night without a booking. A few mention the large outdoor area with a roof and the ability to cater for larger groups. One recurring negative experience stands out: a diner who arrived early was kept waiting to order after overhearing the manager's instructions, then found the food disappointing, including a Diane sauce that did not match expectations, and reported being avoided by staff for much of the visit.
Customer Review Summary
Head O' the Road draws consistent praise for its hearty, well presented food, with diners singling out the burger, chicken sizzler, garlic cubes, arancini, and spicy beef as standouts, alongside mentions of tiger prawn starter, pan-seared salmon, and raspberry creme brulee. Most describe the portions as generous and the prices competitive, and several note the pints of Guinness as a plus. Service is repeatedly called friendly, welcoming, and efficient, with one reviewer highlighting how accommodating the staff were even on a busy Saturday night without a booking. A few mention the large outdoor area with a roof and the ability to cater for larger groups. One recurring negative experience stands out: a diner who arrived early was kept waiting to order after overhearing the manager's instructions, then found the food disappointing, including a Diane sauce that did not match expectations, and reported being avoided by staff for much of the visit.
Featured reviews
- Helen Magee
“Delicious food and good portions . Service friendly , welcoming and efficient. Competitively priced .”
- mahardika bena
“Cozy atmosphere, lovely foods and great services.”
- Michéal Mc Mullen
“Great restauraunt great food and atmosphere will hopefully come back again, i was here with a few friends but this place can cater for larger groups, also has a great sized out door area, with a roof.”
- leigh silcock
“Had a cracking meal here tonight. Arancini probs close to the best I have ever had and got the spicy beef and I asked for it extra spicy and boy was it extra spicy. Absolutely loved it. Thanks team”
- Shirley Houghton
“Called for early tea 5.30pm. Seated very quickly. Soup starter was bit too cool for me. Main course chicken sizzler was outstanding. Will eat here again.”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- ,
- Sunday
Highlights
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Has great wine list
- Has live music
- Has live performances
- Good for watching sport
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Serves dine-in
- Good for kids
Show more amenities
- Serves food at bar
- Casual
- Serves beer
- Serves food
- Has private dining room
- Serves spirits
- Highlights· 6
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Has great wine list
- Has live music
- Has live performances
- Good for watching sport
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
- Offerings· 4
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves happy-hour food
- Serves wine
- Dining options· 2
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Popular for· 1
- Good for solo dining
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Atmosphere· 3
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Parking· 3
- Free parking lot
- Paid parking lot
- Plenty of parking
Location
How this listing is sourced
Hours, contact details, and amenities are sourced from publicly available business data and re-checked regularly. Listings are ranked independently — no paid placement.