
The Red Lion
Quick info
About The Red Lion
On Lady Ln in Solihull, The Red Lion is a pub serving classic pub fare alongside cask ales and wines. The dining room has been recently refurbished with new decor, colours and furniture, and food is brought to the table by servers rather than collected at a counter. A pet-friendly seating zone sets dogs among bookshelves stocked with books on display. The kitchen runs a pie of the day that changes daily, and the Sunday menu includes a lamb skewer with slaw alongside the Sunday roast, with extra gravy accommodated on request. Fires are part of the setting. The pub opens daily and takes walk-ins rather than reservations.
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast, recent refurbishment, dog friendly seating and treat menu two courses.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast, recent refurbishment, dog friendly seating and treat menu two courses.
Customer Review Summary
Sunday roast draws the most praise, with reviewers calling it the best they've had and highlighting extra gravy given on request, plus a lamb skewer with slaw singled out from the Sunday menu. Close behind is the warm, welcoming service, staff are repeatedly described as friendly and attentive, and the pub is noted as dog friendly with treats offered to visiting dogs. The recent refurbishment also draws consistent praise for its atmosphere and decor. One reviewer, however, describes a family meal marred by two dessert issues: a brownie and ice cream sent back for a long hair, then a replacement that came out overcooked and burnt on the bottom, leading that diner to say they wouldn't return for a family meal though would still come back for drinks. That same visit also noted the pie of the day's red wine sauce wasn't disclosed upfront. Elsewhere, staff went out of their way, phoning ahead accommodations for a delayed party and adding a birthday candle to a cake unprompted.
Customer Review Summary
Sunday roast draws the most praise, with reviewers calling it the best they've had and highlighting extra gravy given on request, plus a lamb skewer with slaw singled out from the Sunday menu. Close behind is the warm, welcoming service, staff are repeatedly described as friendly and attentive, and the pub is noted as dog friendly with treats offered to visiting dogs. The recent refurbishment also draws consistent praise for its atmosphere and decor. One reviewer, however, describes a family meal marred by two dessert issues: a brownie and ice cream sent back for a long hair, then a replacement that came out overcooked and burnt on the bottom, leading that diner to say they wouldn't return for a family meal though would still come back for drinks. That same visit also noted the pie of the day's red wine sauce wasn't disclosed upfront. Elsewhere, staff went out of their way, phoning ahead accommodations for a delayed party and adding a birthday candle to a cake unprompted.
Featured reviews
- Hailey Penzer
“This is my first time here since google reviews became a thing and im going to review this experience. the staff are so friendly, and happy and helpful, from the offset i just felt comfortable. The decor is delightful, I could see myself having a family meal here based off this. The menu, albeit small, was a nice selection and price probably about average for the area. Unfortunately the pie of the day, had red wine in the sauce and I wasnt made aware (as you have to ask what the pie of the day is), i dont particularly like that sauce so it stopped me having the opportunity to enjoy it all, but what i did manage to eat was wonderful, felt really homely. We ordered our daughter the brownie and ice cream for dessert and sadly, a hair came in it, not a small hair, a long, well embedded hair. We sent it back and they was very apologetic, and we was sent a replacement. Unfortunately the second one, had spent abit too long in the microwave and the bottom of it was like a brick and was burnt (and tasted it too) we didnt complain again as we had paid the bill whilst waiting for the replacement dessert. Plus the staff are that nice i didnt want to make them feel embarrassed. We did leave a tip because the staff are so nice and attentive. Unfortunately due to the food experience i wouldnt go for a family meal there again but i would definitely go back for drinks and maybe bar snacks. Its a lovely little pub, and i would recommend.”
- Ben Smith
“Took my mum for her birthday. Had a great Friday morning, service was lovely! Food was great, 5 stars!”
- Graham Woodall
“Due to M42 closure, we arrived 40 minutes late for lunch. The staff, Charlotte in particular, were very understanding and accommodating when we phoned ahead and also informed our waiting friends of the situation. On arrival we were treated very well and felt no pressure to rush our meal. The food was excellent, as always, and table service by Charlotte and her colleagues was first rate.”
- Margaret Cave
“A very nice recent refurbishment. A relaxing atmosphere. The Sunday roast is the best I have had when eating out. There was plenty of tasty food on our plate and we were given extra gravy when we requested it. The staff here are lovely and give you a warm welcome. A good place to meet family and friends. Thank you to all the staff at The Red Lion.”
- bowiewhist
“Taken here as guest of friends who live locally. I was very impressed. Seated in pet friendly zone with book shelves with very intriguing books. Great Sunday menu - I had lamb skewer with slaw and it was succulent, tender and well presented. Friends had roast dinners and various puds. My glass of wine was fine. Nice table server. No complaints at all.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“Traditional inn offering a relaxed atmosphere for classic pub fare, cask ales and wines, plus fires.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
Location
Bars near The Red Lion
- Wharf Tavern3.98342.8 mi£10–20Reservations
fish and chips, cajun calamari, lamb with orzo
- Kings Arms Knowle4.42,1754.8 mi
sunday roast, sticky toffee pudding, sunday roast sharer for two
- Dream Lounge4.5687.1 mi away£20–30
shisha flavours, desserts, blue energy mocktail
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion | 4.42,388 | — | — | sunday roast, recent refurbishment, dog friendly seating |
| Wharf TavernReservations | 3.9834 | 2.8 mi | £10–20 | fish and chips, cajun calamari, lamb with orzo |
| Kings Arms Knowle | 4.42,175 | 4.8 mi | — | sunday roast, sticky toffee pudding, sunday roast sharer for two |
| Dream Lounge | 4.568 | 7.1 mi away | £20–30 | shisha flavours, desserts, blue energy mocktail |
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