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The Wheatsheaf, Oakham, Rutland

The Wheatsheaf

4.9
4.9
1398 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 17 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Based in Greetham, The Wheatsheaf is 6 miles from Oakham and 4 miles from Rutland Water. Carol and Scott took over the Wheatsheaf in March 2008. The seasonal Modern British menu changes weekly. The wine list is based on wines from around the world with a good selection by the glass. We also have an excellent selection of beers and local cask ales.

In 2021 The Wheatsheaf was a new entry in The Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastro Pubs and was also awarded The Michelin Red Plate.

We are closed on Mondays and Tuesday except Bank Holidays.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–2:15 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Lunch Service - Bank Holidays Mon 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Bar Wed 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Wed 6:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 6:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    01572 812325
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighbourhood
    Oakham
  • Parking details
    Large car park to the rear of the pub.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,398 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseEnergetic

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  • Leicestershire

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Wheatsheaf is a delightful gem offering "the best Sunday lunch" and a warm, friendly atmosphere led by Scott and his team. Guests praise its "exceptional experience" with diverse menus and standout dishes like roast beef and Yorkshire pudding. With "amazing food" and a "comprehensive wine list," it promises a "wonderful dining experience."

1,398 Reviews
  1. doug

    Cambridge

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is the best Sunday lunch there is within a 500 mile proximity of Greetham !!Excellent, friendly ,knowledge able staff , great service with a smile. Extensive wine list for all palates and a good range of prices. I don’t usually do dessert but the coffee and chocolate crème brûlée was amazing as was the rabbit terrine oh and the roast beef … actually everything!!

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  2. Andrew

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic all round ….. keep coming back ! Food is home cooked wholesome delicious and good value

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  3. Jane

    Cambridge

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is the third consecutive year my husband and I have returned to The Wheatsheaf for "lunch for less ".The quality of the food and excellent service are second to none. The food always arrives hot and flavoursome. We are served by very helpful, pleasant staff.

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  4. Neil

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This. Is an exceptional place to eat. Everything is just very good. Lovely people preparing and serving amazing food in a cosy village pub and all reasonably priced. Very nice wine list and local ale too. It's an absolute gem!

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  5. Marlene

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved the relaxed feel of this place. Oysters and sea bream was well presented and delicious. I will recommend this place to friends and family. Well done, we enjoyed it very much.

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  6. Julia

    West Sussex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious confit de canard. Excellent service.. not rushed so allow plenty of time ( but we didn’t choose a starter) Can thoroughly recommend. Very friendly staff.

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  7. Clive

    Leicestershire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb as usual; perfect steak sandwich. Excellent coffee

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  8. Helen

    Leicestershire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We feel that the fish dishes at The Wheatsheaf are particularly good but all the food is excellent.

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  9. Jojo

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Scott and all his staff are just wonderful and we had another delicious lunch, we are very lucky to have the wheatsheaf as our local

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  10. Anita

    Leicestershire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful restaurant. A lovely welcome by Manager and staff. Fantastic meal and service. The staff were all so friendly and welcoming. Fantastic menu. From start to finish we both had a wonderful experience. We highly recommend the food and wine and beer here. We will definitely be back with friends.

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The Wheatsheaf is rated 4.9 stars by 1398 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 17 times today
Google Map for The Wheatsheaf

1 Stretton Road, Greetham, Oakham, Rutland LE15 7NP

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Oakham
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–2:15 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Lunch Service - Bank Holidays Mon 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Bar Wed 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Wed 6:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 6:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Large car park to the rear of the pub.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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