The Black Lake Inn

Featured reviews

• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “We visited on 23 July 26 . Had two lovely meals me and my husband. Great staff and we spoke to the owner very pleasant man. Been for a meal before still the same standard of food and service. Definitely worth a visit”

• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “First time for a Sunday lunch, booked early to have everything fresh, but how wrong we were, yesterdays rewarmed beef, burnt black dry yorkie and the fatty roast pototoe had the bottom cut off, probably to remove the burnt bit, thin watery gravy and overcooked veg, awful. It was sent back, the staff were great. Exchanged for steak and ale pie which was ok, chips not so. Why we had a sweet I don't know! Tirimisu, stale and dry. Ice cream with it was nice. Very disappointing 😞”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “Came for tea last night (06.06.26), food was lovely and came out quickly, however service was not up to scratch. A lady with red hair plonked our drinks down on to the table without saying anything and did the same with the sauces. When it came to paying the bill, we didn’t even have a thank you once we’d paid, she just walked away. Not a smile in sight. We never post reviews like this, but when we received service like this, we were genuinely shocked for such a reputable place.”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “We have been here 3 times in last 2 years and I’m sorry to say every visit we have had steak myself and husband both like our steaks well done unfortunately on all 3 occasions they have not been cooked as per our order yes the staff are very apologetic and we do get a fresh meal steak cooked how we like it, on our last visit 25/6/ it was a very hot night , there were no fans in the pub waiter took us to our table right next to a full length window I asked if we could sit somewhere else as it was too hot in the window I just got mumbled at as he looked around my husband shut the curtains and said we be ok, we ordered drinks a shandy and glass of wine these took 10 mins to arrive. We ordered food which when arrived looked lovely and because of our previous encounters with the steak we cut into it first to find not cooked how we ordered explained to waitress who apologised and took it away I ordered a jug of water this took 15-20 mins to arrive after I went to the bar to ask were the water was. Our second round of food arrived husbands was burnt and mine was ok but the bacon on top was so hard I couldn’t cut it, the chips were under cooked as well and onion rings where that crispy there didn’t seem to be any onion in them all in all 3 bad experiences. Unfortunately we will not be returning”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “Good food. Good price. Good service Great staff all round what more do you want We will be back again and again xx”

• G

  Google user

  ·4 months ago

  “Really nice pub We stayed here for one night in the camping field. Quiet and loved the views. Had food in the pub which was good and the portions were generous. Very good service. Helpful staff. Nice setting. Would recommend. Thanks.”

• G

  Google user

  ·7 months ago

  “Oh dear, it's gone downhill again. We hadn't eaten here for a long time as we had a bad meal there, the last time we went in November it was good again. Sunday roast this time (February 2026) was back to the old form. Chewy beef and roast potatoes that were so hard that I could barely cut into them. They looked like they had been cooked hours earlier and overcooked again in the deep fat fryer to heat them up. The Yorkshire pudding was slightly burnt and dry and tasted bitter. Oh well, back to Toby carvery next time!”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 years ago

  “We visited as a party of 9, which included 3 children, 2 of which have special needs. The tone for how fantastic our visit would be was set when 2 of the party arrived first and requested the kids get to order first so their food could come out first, and they couldn't have been more accommodating. Ashleigh (or perhaps Ashley, we didn't check!) was incredible - she made sure the kids' food came out asap, and they were eating within minutes of our arrival. We're very grateful to her for her fantastic service. The adults' food also didn't take too long, and whilst my own plate was a substantial portion (I opted to 'go large' on the roast!), it was delicious so I did actually finish it all. The veg wasn't overcooked, which is often an issue with Sunday roasts. The meats (you get all 3 if you go large) were nicely cooked, and the Yorkshire puddings were clearly homemade from their differing shapes - none of that picture perfect out of a packet lark. The rest of the group had only compliments for their own food, and the sticky toffee pudding is particularly recommended as a dessert. The overall atmosphere was pleasant, warm, and comfortable, and the bathrooms were clean and tidy. If we're in the area again, we'd certainly know where to stop for food.”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 years ago

  “Tremendous Monday lunch, with Mrs B. Fairly quiet yes, staff all seemed happy and very polite, explaining the options on the menu today. The value for money was excellent as we both had a starter and a main. The quality and speed of service was spot on! Obviously freshly cooked, no overcooked veg, beautiful beef with almost no fat, roasted potatoes were piping hot and quite a charismatic eatery. The only downside was the 90 mile journey home, would definitely return if back in the area. If you live nearby and haven’t tried it, you’re missing out, such a friendly bunch of staff and quality food. Thank you all 🏆👍 Even included clean toilets pics”

• G

  Google user

  ·8 years ago

  “Great service. The servers are very warm and welcoming. The food came out well prepared, looked great and tasted even better. High quality ingredients combined with a nice atmosphere, and good service makes this restaurant a place to visit. Visited around 4pm so it was nice and quiet but does get busy during lunch and dinner time. They have a few promos for a few nights of the week. We ordered the spotted "Richard," sticky date pudding, sirloin steak, New York steak, lamb shank, and the fish pie. All were delicious as o tried them all. Enjoy all!!!”