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White Lion, Dunstable, ENG

White Lion

4.2
4.2
136 Reviews
£25 and under
Pub

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Located in Bedfordshire, The White Lion is a traditional family friendly pub at the heart of the market town of Dunstable. Join us for firm family favourites, grab tasty bar snacks with your pint or indulge in a roast with all the trimmings and bring the family together this Sunday. No matter the occasion, we can't wait to welcome you. Watch the action unfold with us, you can experience great games on our HD TV. So, if you can't be there, be here with a drink in hand. Also take on your own friends with a sociable game of darts as you get the rounds in! The weekend lives here with regular karaoke, live music and quiz nights so as the night draws in and it's time to turn it up a level, we are the perfect place to end the week. All of this, paired with alfresco dining under our pergola, The White Lion is above and beyond just your average local. From everyone here at The White Lion, we look forward to welcoming you.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Location
    Chalk Hill, Dunstable, ENG LU6 1RS
  • Phone number
    01582 853959
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 12:00–20:00 Tue–Thu 12:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–00:00 Sun 12:00–22:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa

Experiences

  • Mother's Day Five Course Menu

    £31.50 per person

    30 Mar 2025 only
    Always the most popular day of the year as we take time to say thanks to our dear Mums. Enjoy our five-course set menu to make the day extra special as we take care of the roast this weekend. Please see the Mother's Day menu on our website.
    Mother's Day Five Course Menu photo

Menu

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What 136 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Bedfordshire

    Best Overall

  • Bedfordshire

    Best Food

  • Bedfordshire

    Best Service

  • Bedfordshire

    Best Ambience

  • Bedfordshire

    Best Value

  • Bedfordshire

    Good for business meals

  • Bedfordshire

    Good for groups

  • Bedfordshire

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Bedfordshire

    Good for special occasions

  • Bedfordshire

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Bedfordshire

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
White Lion offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere with "excellent service" and a "great selection of food." The pub impresses with its "delicious meals," "fantastic food and service," and "friendly staff." A favorite for both locals and new visitors, it boasts a "lovely garden area" and live music events that add a lively touch.

136 Reviews

  1. andy

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went to the White Lion for dinner last night & pleased to say it was back to how it used to be. The ambience, decor , service & food was all good. Met & spoke to the new owners Brandon & Lucy and wishing them every success We’ll definitely return again in the near future

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  2. Jane

    Bedfordshire1 review

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Although service very attentive the food was very disappointing- fish was dry inside the over cooked batter , gammon so over cooked was very chewy, Out of the 5 diners only 1 thoroughly enjoyed & that was the Mac & Cheese I was celebrating a birthday & staff obliged with bringing out a birthday cake.

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  3. Robert

    Bedfordshire1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This pub/restaurant is once again under new management. However nothing has changed. The service was very slow and the food was cold. We have ordered starter (shared platter) which arrived fairly warm but mains were completely cold (burger, steak and warm Mediterranean salad). Even my espresso was cold. What a waste of time and money.

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  4. Andrew

    Herefordshire5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I and a friend were once again warmly welcomed to the restaurant. The service was very good and we enjoyed our meal very much.

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  5. Sian

    Bedfordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Massive improvement with food since new management in place. Everything was lovely. Would recommend and return Only grumble was the poor lighting up the stairs but this is being addressed

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  6. Gabby

    London4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 25 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Some friends and I went to the pub quiz at the white lion and had dinner there. It was our first time there since the new owners had taken over and we were very impressed. The food was served quickly and was delicious. There was a good choice. The landlord and staff were very friendly. The only, very tiny, negative was the paintwork on the walls was a little tatty in places and the toilet could do with a bit of a refurb. Overall though it was great and we'll definitely return.

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  7. Shelley

    Bedfordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    5 of us had the roast trio, everything was cooked to perfection, service was impeccable and the home made desserts were delicious. Best homemade crumble and custard made with fresh fruit. The chef(s) do a great job and Brandon and Lucy are great hosts. We were there for 3 hours enjoying the lovely relaxed atmosphere. Looking forward to trying the rest of the menu.

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  8. Julie

    Bedfordshire7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great evening at the White Lion. Food was great. Service is at just the right level - friendly yet professional and never intrusive. This restaurant is, very deservedly, becoming ever more popular - long may it continue. Very happy to recommend a meal here. My friends and I are looking forward to seeing the imminent new menu (although there is definitely nothing wrong with the current one)

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  9. Alun

    Bedfordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The staff were very attentive but not overbearing Food was superb

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  10. Connie

    Bedfordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was lovely, friendly staff - just lovely will def gonback

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White Lion is rated 4.2 stars by 136 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for White Lion

Chalk Hill, Dunstable, ENG LU6 1RS

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
    01582 853959
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 12:00–20:00 Tue–Thu 12:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–00:00 Sun 12:00–22:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
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