
The Pant-yr-Ochain
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About The Pant-yr-Ochain
On Old Wrexham Rd, The Pant-yr-Ochain occupies a 16th-century inn with an inglenook and wattle and daub walls still intact. The grounds run down to a lakeside beer garden with a lake view, and the site sits next to a park with a mini railway. The menu changes daily, though staples such as pie and burger stay on with rotating toppings, and a Sunday roast is offered alongside gluten-free and lactose-free options. Desserts are homemade, including a triple choc brownie and a rum n raisin sponge pudding. A private dining room upstairs, separate from the main downstairs area, suits groups. Dogs are welcome throughout, and parking is available on site.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention lakeside beer garden, sunday roast, sticky toffee pudding and gluten-free options.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention lakeside beer garden, sunday roast, sticky toffee pudding and gluten-free options.
Customer Review Summary
Sunday lunch and the mixed roast draw the most attention, with the lakeside beer garden close behind as reviewers repeatedly linger there on fine days, some noting the mini railway next door and views over the water. Diners single out the Porchetta, a gluten-free ham, leek and chicken pie, steak cooked tender, and desserts including triple choc brownie, sticky toffee pudding and rum n raisin sponge, most calling the food fresh and generous, with several praising accommodations for gluten-free and lactose-free needs. The private dining room impressed one group with direct table service, though they found the upstairs room quieter and less festive than downstairs. One reviewer's mixed roast fell short, describing the beef as thinly cut and fatty and the pork as tough, despite otherwise consistently good meals there. Staff are repeatedly called welcoming, with one reviewer requesting fries instead of chunkier chips and having it "sorted without question.
Customer Review Summary
Sunday lunch and the mixed roast draw the most attention, with the lakeside beer garden close behind as reviewers repeatedly linger there on fine days, some noting the mini railway next door and views over the water. Diners single out the Porchetta, a gluten-free ham, leek and chicken pie, steak cooked tender, and desserts including triple choc brownie, sticky toffee pudding and rum n raisin sponge, most calling the food fresh and generous, with several praising accommodations for gluten-free and lactose-free needs. The private dining room impressed one group with direct table service, though they found the upstairs room quieter and less festive than downstairs. One reviewer's mixed roast fell short, describing the beef as thinly cut and fatty and the pork as tough, despite otherwise consistently good meals there. Staff are repeatedly called welcoming, with one reviewer requesting fries instead of chunkier chips and having it "sorted without question.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Dined here a few times. Food has always been good, but Unfortunately my mixed roast on Sunday 6th was far from that . The beef was thinly cut and fatty, the pork was tough. The beef was supposed to pink but far from it. I doubt whether I’ll chose a roast again. Pity. Such a great venue.”
- Google user
“The Pant was busy today, but the high quality of food and service was unaffected. Delicious Sunday lunch and puds, gluten-free, lactose free requirements catered to. Thank you, we really enjoyed our visit and appreciated the effort put into checking the options 😊”
- Google user
“Really enjoyed visiting Pant Yr Ochain near Wrexham. Great gastropub with a cosy atmosphere, friendly staff, and very good food. The portions were generous and everything tasted fresh and well cooked. Nice selection of drinks as well, and the whole place had a relaxed countryside feel. Would happily visit again.”
- Google user
“A Corporate Triumph Set within truly gorgeous grounds and housed in a lovely old building, The Pant-yr-Ochain provides a stunning, premium setting that immediately elevates any business itinerary. Moving from a relaxing drink inside amongst the historic architecture to an outdoor lunch by the water makes for a seamless and highly enjoyable afternoon. The Food: The menu is refreshingly modern, and the execution is flawlessly capable—everything ordered was great. The kitchen handles contemporary dishes with a level of care and sincerity that ensures every plate hits the mark, making it an incredibly reliable choice for a group. The Value: While it is a premium destination, the experience is made all the sweeter when it is a work trip and the company is footing the bill. It represents a fantastic return on investment for client entertainment or team morale. The Surroundings: Beyond the superb lakeside garden, the location has some wonderful quirks. Having the model railway place next door (the charming Borras Park Model Railway) adds a unique, nostalgic character to the setting that looks like brilliant fun.”
- Google user
“Amazing place. Lovely atmosphere and staff. Food also very good! I celebrated my birthday there and I loved it ! 😊”
Highlights
“Ales and European food in a quaint 16th-century inn with an inglenook and wattle and daub walls.”
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
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- Food at bar
- Cozy
- Beer
- Food
- Free water refills
- Private dining room
- Offerings· 4
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Dining options· 2
- Seating
- Table service
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Highlights· 2
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Atmosphere· 4
- Casual
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Parking· 4
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Location
Bars near The Pant-yr-Ochain
- Cunliffe Arms4.46170.6 mi£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
sunday roast, afternoon buffet, minted lamb skillet
- Crown4.31,5102 mi
fish and chips, kitchen closing time dispute, southern fried chicken burger
- Nags Head4.51,6522.1 mi£10–20Reservations
sunday roast beef, small car park, quiz night
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pant-yr-OchainReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.62,703 | — | £20–30 | lakeside beer garden, sunday roast, sticky toffee pudding |
| Cunliffe ArmsReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.4617 | 0.6 mi | £10–20 | sunday roast, afternoon buffet, minted lamb skillet |
| Crown | 4.31,510 | 2 mi | — | fish and chips, kitchen closing time dispute, southern fried chicken burger |
| Nags HeadReservations | 4.51,652 | 2.1 mi | £10–20 | sunday roast beef, small car park, quiz night |
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