The Fingerpost pub.
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About The Fingerpost pub.
The Fingerpost pub sits directly on the canal at York's Foundry Bridge in Walsall, where boaters moor up to eat and upstairs decking gives tables for outdoor dining. The kitchen runs to around 57 dishes, with Pork Belly Bites and Halloumi Fries (v) among the smaller plates and burgers appearing across the menu, including a tandoori fish burger and lunchtime burgers served with chips and 'slaw. Booking ahead is advised, since food is served to booked tables and the kitchen stops taking orders later in the evening. The team seats guests rather than leaving them to find a table. A step-free, wheelchair-accessible entrance helps visitors with mobility needs get in from the towpath side, and dogs are welcome alongside their owners. The pub opens daily and runs a quiz night. A change of management has brought a menu different from the previous year's.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Free parking lot · Plenty of parking
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Menu & Prices
57 dishes · mains £5–19- Soup of the Day£4.95
- Brie Wedge (v)£4.95
- Chicken Goujons£5.95
- Pork Belly Bites£5.95
- Chicken Wings (6)£6.95
- Halloumi Fries (v)£6.95
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention canal side setting, pork belly, lunchtime burgers with chips and cheesy mushrooms and garlic bread.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention canal side setting, pork belly, lunchtime burgers with chips and cheesy mushrooms and garlic bread.
Customer Review Summary
Food earns the most consistent praise, with the pork belly singled out as succulent and flavourful, lunchtime burgers served with chips and slaw called tasty and good value, and one table adding cheesy mushrooms and garlic bread alongside a cold Guinness and San Miguel; the same table's one gripe was a tandoori fish burger that fell short on tandoori flavour. Close behind, the staff are repeatedly described as friendly, polite and welcoming, and one group notes the chef came out to talk through his passion for the food. Several mention the canalside setting and upstairs decking, though one reviewer wants the decking restained and its planting refreshed, and found the seats low against the tables. A run of complaints centres on getting fed at all: one party was refused food when they asked to order in the evening, repeat visitors describe waiting to be seated, a longtime regular now calls the menu standard pub food, and another met a sign reading no food unless booked in a quiet room, then learned the chalkboard pork bon-bons were off.
Customer Review Summary
Food earns the most consistent praise, with the pork belly singled out as succulent and flavourful, lunchtime burgers served with chips and slaw called tasty and good value, and one table adding cheesy mushrooms and garlic bread alongside a cold Guinness and San Miguel; the same table's one gripe was a tandoori fish burger that fell short on tandoori flavour. Close behind, the staff are repeatedly described as friendly, polite and welcoming, and one group notes the chef came out to talk through his passion for the food. Several mention the canalside setting and upstairs decking, though one reviewer wants the decking restained and its planting refreshed, and found the seats low against the tables. A run of complaints centres on getting fed at all: one party was refused food when they asked to order in the evening, repeat visitors describe waiting to be seated, a longtime regular now calls the menu standard pub food, and another met a sign reading no food unless booked in a quiet room, then learned the chalkboard pork bon-bons were off.
Featured reviews
- Rebecca Jones (Becky)
“We’ve visited the pub many times over the last few months and sadly keep encountering the same issues. We waited a good 5 or so minutes before being served to be seated to a table …”
- Ann
“1st visit here. little canal side pub. We went on the upstairs decking. Decking needs a bit of TLC ,flowers,greenery,hanging baskets need refreshing. Decking could do with a fresh staining. Seats were a bit low compared to the tables. Staff were lovely, friendly and welcoming. Food was delicious! We had lunchtime burgers served with chips and 'slaw. Very tasty and good value. Guiness and San Miguel lovely and cold. No negative comments on the food or drinks, and just observational feedback on the decking. Would we come here again?...YES”
- jackie vale
“Big sign upon entrance saying ‘no food unless booked’, which was strange as the place wasn’t busy at all. Chalk board on the bar advertising pork bon-bons, which were apparent …”
- Adventure with Robbie
“Sadly not the place we visited last year. Menu has gone absolutely awful ( standard pub food ) . As a boater I will not be mooring hear again for grub. Just another reason for boaters not to come up this canal”
- perkd coffee
“Great local pub, staff are really pleasant, food was excellent with a perfect sized menu to choose from. Nice to see it busy, thank you!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Has great beer selection
- Has great wine list
- Has karaoke
- Has live music
- Has live performances
- Has quiz night
Amenities
- Has Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
Show more amenities
- Serves dine-in
- Good for kids
- Serves food at bar
- Casual
- Serves beer
- Serves food
- Highlights· 7
- Has great beer selection
- Has great wine list
- Has karaoke
- Has live music
- Has live performances
- Has quiz night
- Has rooftop seating
- Atmosphere· 1
- Cosy
- Offerings· 4
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
- Popular for· 1
- Good for solo dining
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Planning· 1
- Reservations required
- Dining options· 2
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
- Parking· 2
- Free parking lot
- Plenty of parking
Location
How The Fingerpost pub. compares to nearby bars
- The Fingerpost pub. · This shop4.3595 reviews
Mentioned in reviews: canal side setting, pork belly, lunchtime burgers with chips
- 152 reviews1.6 mi
Mentioned in reviews: real ales on offer, cider selection, pineapple cider, dogs and kids welcome
- 211 reviews2 mi
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- Wheatsheaf4.31,104 reviews2.1 mi
Mentioned in reviews: chicken and rib combo, steak and ale pie, chicken wings
The Fingerpost pub. This shop | The Jiggers Whistle Micro Pub | The Farmers Boy | Wheatsheaf | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3(595) | 4.8(152) | 4.4(211) | 4.3(1,104) | |
| Price | £10–20 | £10–20 | £10–20 | £10–20 |
| Distance | — | 1.6 mi | 2 mi | 2.1 mi |
| Open today |
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