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White Lion, Dunstable, ENG

White Lion

3.3
3.3
111 Reviews
£25 and under
Pub
A photo of White Lion restaurant

White Lion

3.3
£25 and under
Pub
Dunstable

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 p.m.
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Welcome to the White Lion, your go-to family-friendly gastro pub, located in the heart of Bedfordshire. For bookings over 10 give us a call or an email, we'd love to have you! Under new management, we’ve reinvented ourselves to focus on what matters most: quality food, great service, and a warm, inviting atmosphere that’s perfect for all ages. Our goal is simple: serve classic pub favourites, but do them right. Always fresh, seasonal ingredients and sourcing locally where possible, we offer a menu that’s hearty and satisfying with a personal touch. Many of our key ingredients, sauces, and garnishes are made in-house, every dish is bursting with flavour and crafted with care. Call us on 01582 853959, or our email is info@thewhiteliondunstable.com, we look forward to hearing from you!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01582 853959
  • Website
    https://www.thewhiteliondunstable.com/
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    Chalk Hill, Dunstable, ENG LU6 1RS
  • Neighbourhood
    Dunstable
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Festive Set Menu - £28.95pp (£10pp deposit)

    £10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Nov 20, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
    Join us for our traditional three course (£28.95) or two course (£24.95) festive set menu. Think crispy ham hock terrine, British lamb rump and proper sticky toffee pudding to name a few, alongside turkey and the traditional trimmings. Visit our pub website to view the full menu, pricing and details. Secure your festive booking today with a deposit of just £10 per person and a quick send of a pre-order.
    Festive Set Menu - £28.95pp (£10pp deposit) photo

  • New Year's Eve Set Menu - £38.95pp (£10pp deposit)

    £10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Celebrate the New Year in style with our three course set menu. Think cured salmon, venison & pancetta pie, and triple chocolate delice to name a few. Visit our pub website to view the full menu, pricing and details. Secure your festive booking today with a deposit of just £10 per person.
    New Year's Eve Set Menu - £38.95pp (£10pp deposit) photo

  • 3 Course Christmas Day Menu -£80pp (£25pp deposit)

    £25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 25, 2024 only
    Join us for our traditional three course Christmas Day set menu. Choose from a selection of our perfectly prepared dishes alongside our turkey & traditional trimmings. Visit our pub website to view the full menu, pricing and details. Secure your festive booking today with a deposit of just £25 per person.
    3 Course Christmas Day Menu -£80pp (£25pp deposit) photo

Menu

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What 111 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.3
3.3 based on recent ratings
  • 3.4Food
  • 3.5Service
  • 3.3Ambience
  • 3.3Value

Noise • Moderate

111 Reviews

  1. Steve

    Buckinghamshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    over all the meal was good the service was also good. the only down side the white wine was warm. was offered ice but prefer wine ice cold not with ice watering it down.

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  2. Hayley

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for the festive menu at the white lion. The staff were very friendly and couldn’t do enough for us. The food was very tasty and good value for money. TWe shall be returning again.

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  3. Chelsea

    Hertfordshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, very welcoming staff and helpful, food was amazing! I'd definitely be coming back here xx

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  4. Julie

    Bedfordshire

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, good value, great service . Varied menu

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  5. Sam

    Bedfordshire

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Worst roast dinner I’ve ever had. Taste absolutely disgusting, kind it had been over a hot counter for a long time. No seasoning, dry chicken & overall it really was vile. I will never return. I’m so disappointed with them. They need to up their game, they are getting a really bad reputation.

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  6. Abi

    Bedfordshire

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 4, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We had a booking for 5:15 on a Sunday. When we arrived we were refused service because they ‘don’t take bookings at that time’ we took it on the chin and ordered a drink ready to go somewhere else. While we were waiting for our drinks another couple walked in with the same booking time and were seated no problems. We then queried this and the bar staff went back to the chef to ask if we could be seated. This took another 10 minutes before being told we could eat but there would be a long wait time and restrictions on what we could order. We didn’t eat here as we were appalled by the service. The live music in the garden was so loud you couldn’t hear anyone talk inside the restaurant. Would not recommend going here.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Bedfordshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Since I learned that there is live music on Fridays and a DJ on Saturdays, I have become a regular at The White Lion. I often come with different groups of friends. The food is also very tasty. I highly recommend it. I wish the kitchen didn't close so early. Since the latest reservation is at 7:30 (which you have to beg for), most of the time we have to eat somewhere else and just come for a drink.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Bedfordshire

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 9, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Vegetables were cold / warm Meat was all fat Cauliflower cheese was watery Wll not be going back !

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  9. Fabulous

    Bedfordshire

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food with lots of choice, fine selection of beers etc and enjoyable atmosphere and afternoon. Will be back

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Bedfordshire

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    We came for a roast but was a bit disappointed by the lack of veg. Everything was lovely but hardly any vegetables. Also you can tell who the locals are which I appreciate however there is no sound buffer between the bar and the dining area. I had my 7 year old son with me and we had to listen to a rowdy bunch who swore every 5 seconds. It was 5pm on a Sunday so appreciate people want to unwind however feel something should seperate the 2 areas some how or the locals are told to be a bit more mindful of their surroundings and children present. It is a shame as it has put us of coming back and it's local to us and is really lovely inside but just too loud. We were sat under a speaker which didn't help as I feel that was too loud too

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White Lion is rated 3.3 stars by 111 OpenTable diners.

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White Lion

3.3
£25 and under
Pub
Dunstable

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 p.m.
Experiences are available.
Google Map for White Lion

Chalk Hill, Dunstable, ENG LU6 1RS

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Dunstable
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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