The Grapes public house
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About The Grapes public house
A jukebox that doubles as karaoke sits at the centre of the entertainment at The Grapes public house, a pub and restaurant on Market Pl in Melton Mowbray, alongside darts and board games for anyone settling in for the afternoon. It counts among the oldest pubs in the town. Real ale comes on tap, with Eagle among the beers poured, and filled cobs are served to go with a drink. Football matches are shown on screen. There is seating indoors and outside, and the pub takes walk-ins rather than bookings. Doors open Monday to Saturday, with Sundays closed.
Good to know
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday dinners, darts, jukebox karaoke and cheap beer prices.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday dinners, darts, jukebox karaoke and cheap beer prices.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often describe The Grapes as a traditional, lively local with a friendly welcome, from chatty owners and bar staff to regulars who pull visitors in. One reviewer says the locals all joined in with the football match they had come to watch. Reasonable prices and well kept beer come up repeatedly, including a nice pint of Eagle, and one reviewer says some drinks cost less than at a big pub chain. Several call it a proper pub and one of the last of its kind. Darts is described as always popular, board games are available, and the jukebox doubles as karaoke. Filled cobs are mentioned as a bite to go with a drink. Sunday dinners earn praise for tasty meats and a good selection, and one reviewer had a Sunday lunch sent to an 85 year old mother, who phoned to say it was tasty and more than she could eat.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often describe The Grapes as a traditional, lively local with a friendly welcome, from chatty owners and bar staff to regulars who pull visitors in. One reviewer says the locals all joined in with the football match they had come to watch. Reasonable prices and well kept beer come up repeatedly, including a nice pint of Eagle, and one reviewer says some drinks cost less than at a big pub chain. Several call it a proper pub and one of the last of its kind. Darts is described as always popular, board games are available, and the jukebox doubles as karaoke. Filled cobs are mentioned as a bite to go with a drink. Sunday dinners earn praise for tasty meats and a good selection, and one reviewer had a Sunday lunch sent to an 85 year old mother, who phoned to say it was tasty and more than she could eat.
Featured reviews
- Martin Bates
“Love this pub!! Always pop in for a few when in Melton Mowbray! Everyone is really friendly!!”
- Robert Paul
“A proper pub with great atmosphere. Last of a dying breed. Very reasonable prices for excellent kept beers. Heard they are planning guest chefs in the near future. Well worth a visit.”
- Andy Batten
“The Grapes Pub in Melton Mowbray epitomizes timeless charm with its traditional ambiance. Warmly welcoming, it boasts a clientele of down-to-earth locals. As one of Melton's few remaining authentic drinking pubs, it offers a genuine and rare pub experience, and a nice pint of Eagle 🍻”
- Keith Soper
“Fantastic was made to feel really welcome by the locals who all joined in with the football match we had gone in to watch. Cheers all”
- Caroline Barradell
“Go and experience one of the oldest pubs in town. Darts and board games available. Juke box which doubles as Karaoke. Filled cobs to enjoy with your drink.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
- Has great beer selection
- Has live music
- Has live performances
- Good for watching sport
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers delivery
- Serves dine-in
- Serves alcohol
- Casual
Show more amenities
- Serves beer
- Serves food
- Serves spirits
- Has live music
- Good for watching sport
- Has toilet
- Offerings· 2
- Serves cocktails
- Serves wine
- Dining options· 1
- Has seating
- Highlights· 2
- Has great beer selection
- Has live performances
- Atmosphere· 1
- Cosy
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
Location
Bars near The Grapes public house
- The Gate Hangs Well4.26998.9 mi away£20–30ReservationsOutdoor seatingGood for kids
sunday roast, gluten free pizza, burgers
- 9.8 mi away£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
carvery, indoor and outdoor play areas, desserts
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grapes public house | 4.4143 | — | £10–20 | sunday dinners, darts, jukebox karaoke |
| The Gate Hangs WellReservations · Outdoor seating · Good for kids | 4.2699 | 8.9 mi away | £20–30 | sunday roast, gluten free pizza, burgers |
| Hobby Horse Farm - Dining & CarveryReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.14,023 | 9.8 mi away | £10–20 | carvery, indoor and outdoor play areas, desserts |
The 2 nearest bars by distance. Ratings, hours and review terms come from public business profiles.
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