The Crown Joules, Codsall
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About The Crown Joules, Codsall
The Crown Joules, Codsall is a pub on Wood Rd in Wolverhampton, with a beer courtyard for outdoor dining and a private library room used for functions and monthly Library Sessions music nights. The menu runs to twenty dishes, including pizza, pie and a buttermilk chicken sandwich, alongside Joules draught beer. Sunday lunch brings beef and chicken roast options with a cauliflower cheese side, sourdough bread and homemade butter served ahead of the mains. Table service means staff bring food to the table rather than a bar collection. The entrance is step-free for visitors with mobility needs, and dogs are welcome throughout. The pub opens daily, and reservations are recommended for those planning a visit.
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
Menu & Prices
20 dishes- Beer
- Pizza
- Sunday Lunch
- Pie
- Green Monkey Lager
- Fish and Chips
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast beef, sourdough bread and butter, buttermilk chicken sandwich and library sessions events.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast beef, sourdough bread and butter, buttermilk chicken sandwich and library sessions events.
Customer Review Summary
Sunday lunch is the dish reviewers return to most, anchored by the sourdough bread and homemade butter that multiple diners call out as a delicious start. Portions are described as generous, with beef and chicken options and sides like cauliflower cheese, but execution is inconsistent: several reviewers report the beef arriving well done rather than the advertised pink, tenderstem broccoli and other veg "barely cooked" or "extremely al dente", and gravy described as "thin and flavourless". Close behind, the buttermilk chicken sandwich draws complaints too, with one reviewer finding the chicken thigh tough and pink in places and questioning the gherkin garnish, while another found it not the chicken breast expected. A steak sandwich is singled out as poor value, with one diner calling the £16 meal overpriced for five slices of steak on dry bread. Service is mixed, some praise attentive waitstaff and a server who apologized on the diner's behalf, others describe a barman distracted by texting or being passed over for someone staff knew. The monthly Library Sessions nights, with live music and dancing, are repeatedly praised as standout events.
Customer Review Summary
Sunday lunch is the dish reviewers return to most, anchored by the sourdough bread and homemade butter that multiple diners call out as a delicious start. Portions are described as generous, with beef and chicken options and sides like cauliflower cheese, but execution is inconsistent: several reviewers report the beef arriving well done rather than the advertised pink, tenderstem broccoli and other veg "barely cooked" or "extremely al dente", and gravy described as "thin and flavourless". Close behind, the buttermilk chicken sandwich draws complaints too, with one reviewer finding the chicken thigh tough and pink in places and questioning the gherkin garnish, while another found it not the chicken breast expected. A steak sandwich is singled out as poor value, with one diner calling the £16 meal overpriced for five slices of steak on dry bread. Service is mixed, some praise attentive waitstaff and a server who apologized on the diner's behalf, others describe a barman distracted by texting or being passed over for someone staff knew. The monthly Library Sessions nights, with live music and dancing, are repeatedly praised as standout events.
Featured reviews
- Katie Foster
“We booked the library for a private function with a buffet. We had a brilliant night, the food was amazing, they did separate food for someone who is vegan and the were so accommodating. We had private use of the bar in there and we were able to play our own music. Overall a great time was had 👍”
- Andrew Wilcox
“Great Sunday lunch. Fresh sourdough bread was brought to our table along with freshly churned butter. Main meal was good, my only criticism was that the veg were extremely al dente, I like my veg crisp but this was barely cooked. I'm hoping this is a one off as I'm planning on returning for lunch. The dessert is very good and large too, all of which was freshly made.”
- Gemma Coward
“Had a great night for my birthday/England match after booking for 12, and Liv was amazing start to finish 👌🏽”
- Vin Chenzo
“Lovely old school pub that sells a wide range of drinks as well as having a nice beer garden at the back.”
- Patricia G
“Walking in for an early Sunday lunch. Was seated in the front of the bar and served promptly. The sourdough bread and butter was delicious as expected. The roast beef wafer thin and tenderstem broccoli ver al dente to the point of almost raw. All the extra sides pushed up the price by 50%. Didn’t stop beyond the main course.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Has great beer selection
- Has great wine list
- Has live music
- Has live performances
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Serves dine-in
Show more amenities
- Serves food at bar
- Casual
- Serves beer
- Has dancing
- Serves food
- Serves spirits
- Highlights· 4
- Has great beer selection
- Has great wine list
- Has live music
- Has live performances
- Crowd· 1
- Good for groups
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Offerings· 3
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves wine
- Dining options· 2
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Popular for· 1
- Good for solo dining
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Atmosphere· 2
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Parking· 3
- Free parking lot
- Paid parking lot
- Plenty of parking
Location
Bars near The Crown Joules, Codsall
- The Oaken Arms4.31,7321.3 mi£20–30ReservationsGood for kids
roast dinner, dog-friendly pub, cosy log fire
- 2.3 mi£1–10Outdoor seating
real ale selection, ciders selection, bar snacks
- 2.3 mi£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
butter chicken, garlic naan, mixed grilled
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown Joules, CodsallReservations | 4.2796 | — | £20–30 | sunday roast beef, sourdough bread and butter, buttermilk chicken sandwich |
| The Oaken ArmsReservations · Good for kids | 4.31,732 | 1.3 mi | £20–30 | roast dinner, dog-friendly pub, cosy log fire |
| Hail to the Ale, WolverhamptonOutdoor seating | 4.8272 | 2.3 mi | £1–10 | real ale selection, ciders selection, bar snacks |
| The Pendulum - Indian Bar & GrillReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.3243 | 2.3 mi | £10–20 | butter chicken, garlic naan, mixed grilled |
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