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Axe & Compass

4.4 (272 reviews)
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Location details

Leighton Rd, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0AA, GB

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Hours

Monday 12 to 10 PM
Tuesday 12 to 10 PM
Wednesday 12 to 10 PM
Thursday 12 to 11 PM
Friday 12 to 11 PM
Saturday 12 to 11 PM
Sunday 12 to 10 PM

About Axe & Compass

Down-to-earth rooms and free continental breakfast at a pub/restaurant with a beer garden.

Amenities & services

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Great beer selection
  • Great wine list
  • Live performances
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Hard liquor
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Seating
  • Table service

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot

Pets

  • Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kid-friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Smoke-free

Frequently asked questions

What is Axe & Compass known for?

It is best known for Sunday roast dinners and hearty homemade pub food, including proper homemade pies and steak and kidney pudding. Reviews also mention generous portions and good value, especially for roast meals that do not break the bank.

What dishes are most recommended at Axe & Compass?

Reviewers specifically highlight Sunday roast, Christmas roast dinner, homemade pies, steak and kidney pudding, and desserts like cherry meringue pie with cream. The food is described as tasty, well presented, and served in generous portions with mash and vegetables.

What is the atmosphere like at Axe & Compass?

The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and lively, with a large open garden area, a rear bar with a pool table, sports screen, and jukebox. It suits groups and families for meals or events, and it is also noted as comfortable for solo dining.

Is Axe & Compass good value, and what is the price range?

Yes, reviewers repeatedly call it affordable and reasonably priced, with one review estimating about £25 per head for 3 courses. Rooms are also described as reasonably cheap or a great price, and the food portions are seen as generous for the cost.

What should I know about visiting for events or busy times?

The pub has a function room and party package that includes buffet food, a DJ, and room hire, and reviewers say it handled birthday parties and charity events well. It also has a large play area and outdoor space, so it can accommodate bigger gatherings without feeling cramped.

Is parking available at Axe & Compass?

Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot is available.

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