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What to order
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Beef Sunday Roast / Beef Topside with all the trimmings
Highly praised multiple times for being tender, perfectly cooked, and accompanied by delicious sides. Customers found it mouth-watering and generously portioned.
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Steak and Ale Pie
Recommended for its wonderful taste and hearty portion size. Customers described it as really recommended and perfect for a cozy meal.
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BBQ Ribs and Chips
Noted for enormous portion size and delicious flavor, with customers taking leftovers home due to the generous serving.
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Chocolate Fudge Cake
Mentioned as a rich and satisfying dessert, providing a perfect end to the meal.
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Schnitzel
Described as delicious in combination with vegan risotto, highlighting the quality and flavor.
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Vegan Risotto
Praised for its taste and as part of a lovely dining experience, showing good vegan options.
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Grilled Peach Salad
A personal favorite for its fantastic portion size, immaculate presentation, and sublime taste, emphasizing the quality of vegan and vegetarian offerings.
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Cauliflower Starter Dish
Mentioned as an honorable mention indicating good quality and flavor among starters.
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Katsu Curry
Highlighted as a tasty and flavorful new menu addition that impressed returning customers.
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Moving Mountains Burger
Noted as a good vegan option with enjoyable taste, reflecting the restaurant's variety.
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Gnocchi
Mentioned as tasty and finished despite personal preferences about oiliness, showing appeal to some diners.
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Chicken Roast
Praised for generous portions and delicious flavor, highly satisfying for Sunday lunch.
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Cod with chips and tartare sauce
Described as simply incredible, with perfectly cooked chips and delicious tartare sauce complementing the fish.
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Ploughman's
Mentioned as a classic dish that hit the spot, appreciated for its traditional pub fare quality.
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Tempura Veg and Beetroot Salad (starters)
These starters were noted as fantastic new menu items that are tasty and flavorful.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 9 PM |
About The Old Barge
Simple pub with a compact menu, wooden bar, stained glass and comfy leather armchairs.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Live performances
- Trivia night
Popular for
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Food
- Food at bar
- Free water refills
- Hard liquor
- Wine
Dining options
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trending
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is The Old Barge known for?
It is especially known for its canal and riverside setting, plus hearty pub food like Sunday roast, steak and ale pie, cod and chips, and BBQ ribs. Reviewers also repeatedly mention real ales and ciders, with many saying the food is generous and good value for the price.
What dishes are most recommended at The Old Barge?
Reviewers most often highlight the Sunday roast, steak and ale pie, cod and chips, BBQ ribs and chips, and the turkey pie. Vegan options also come up often, especially the gnocchi, vegan risotto, grilled peach salad, cauliflower starter, and katsu curry.
What is the atmosphere like at The Old Barge?
The pub is described as casual, cozy, and friendly, with an authentic interior, wooden bar, stained glass, and comfy leather armchairs. It suits groups, tourists, and solo diners, and the outdoor tables by the canal are a strong draw for lunch or a relaxed drink.
Is The Old Barge good value?
Yes, many reviewers call it very reasonable or excellent value, and the listed price range is £10 to £20. Comments on generous portions, quick service, and well-cooked pub food support that it offers solid value for a riverside pub meal.
Does The Old Barge have live entertainment and events?
Yes, it is listed as a live music venue and event venue, and the amenities include live music, live performances, trivia night, and bar games. That makes it a good choice if you want more than just a meal or drink, especially in the evenings.
Is parking available at The Old Barge?
Yes. Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Is The Old Barge kid-friendly?
Yes, The Old Barge is good for kids.
