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What to order
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Homemade Soup
Mentioned as beautiful and specifically praised for its fresh homemade quality, with the tomato and roasted pepper version highlighted.
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Chicken Schnitzel With Mash
Called out from the specials menu and highly recommended, with reviewers describing the meal as excellent, fresh, and homemade.
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Cheesecake With Cream
Praised as part of a brilliant dessert course, with reviewers saying it was very tasty and a great finish to the meal.
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Biscoff Sundae
Mentioned positively as a tasty dessert option that was enjoyed alongside the cheesecake.
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Fillet Steak
Specifically recommended by one reviewer, who noted it was a standout choice in a pub with friendly service and good food.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 3 PM, 5:15 to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 3 PM, 5:15 to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 3 PM, 5:15 to 11 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 3 PM, 5:15 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 3 PM, 5:15 to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 3 PM |
About Bird In the Barley
Bird In the Barley is a gastropub in Scunthorpe, England, serving lunch, dinner, and brunch in a casual, cozy setting. Reviewers consistently praise the home cooked, fresh food, generous portion sizes, and friendly, attentive service. It is also known for gluten free options, a traditional old fashioned pub feel, and a strong value-for-money menu.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Bird In the Barley known for?
Bird In the Barley is known for home cooked pub food, especially dishes like steak pie, chicken schnitzel with mash, fillet steak, and homemade curry. Reviewers repeatedly mention fresh food, generous portions, and good value, with gluten free options also called out often.
What dishes are most recommended at Bird In the Barley?
Reviewers most often highlight the steak pie, fillet steak, chicken schnitzel with mash, homemade curry, and the homemade brownie or cheesecake for dessert. Other specific favorites include tomato and roasted pepper soup, Lincolnshire sausages and mash, and the biscoff sundae.
What is the atmosphere like at Bird In the Barley?
It has a casual, cozy, traditional pub atmosphere that reviewers describe as welcoming and old fashioned rather than fancy. The space works well for families, groups, couples on date night, and solo diners, with a fireplace, outdoor seating, and attentive staff.
Is Bird In the Barley good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, many reviewers describe it as good value, and the listed price range is £20 to £30. People specifically mention affordable set menus, including a 3 course meal for under £20 or a tea time special of 3 courses for £14, along with solid portion sizes.
Do you need to book ahead at Bird In the Barley?
Reservations are accepted and both lunch and dinner reservations are recommended, especially because reviewers mention the pub can get very busy. One review notes that a table was found even without booking, but service was still quick and food came fairly fast.
Is parking available at Bird In the Barley?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Bird In the Barley have vegetarian options?
Yes, Bird In the Barley offers vegetarian options.
Is Bird In the Barley kid-friendly?
Yes, Bird In the Barley is good for kids.
