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Pub in Leamington Spa

What should I order at The Drawing Board?

4.6 1,593 reviews £20 to 30 14 skippers

What to order

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    Tapas

    Mentioned in several reviews as a standout choice, with guests praising the variety, generous portions, and consistently tasty dishes. Specific tapas items like sticky chicken, corn ribs, fried olives, cabbage, cauliflower pakora, and carbonara arancini were especially well liked.

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    Sunday Roast

    Frequently recommended for its generous portions, good quality meat, and overall deliciousness. Multiple reviewers said the roast was fantastic and a great choice for a Sunday meal.

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    Cauliflower Pakora

    Called amazing and really tasty by multiple diners, making it one of the most praised individual tapas dishes.

  4. 4

    Sticky Chicken

    Highlighted as a favorite tapas item, with reviewers specifically calling it one of the best dishes they had and very tasty.

  5. 5

    Burger

    Recommended for being delicious and well prepared, with one review praising the meat and chips alongside it and another calling the burger itself delicious.

  6. 6

    Fish and Chips

    Mentioned positively in multiple reviews as part of an enjoyable meal, with one review specifically praising the fish, chips, and mushy peas as excellent.

  7. 7

    Brownies

    The dessert brownies were singled out as amazing, making them a notable sweet recommendation.

  8. 8

    Chicken Ciabatta

    Described as very good in a review that praised the overall food quality and atmosphere.

Details

Location

18 Newbold St, Leamington Spa, CV32 4HN, GB

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Hours

Monday 12 to 11 PM
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 7 PM

About The Drawing Board

Artful hangout decorated in vintage comic books offering pub fare & tapas, plus beer, whisky & wine.

Amenities

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Great beer selection
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Arcade games
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Free water refills
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Hard liquor
  • Private dining room
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Usually plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed

Frequently asked

What is The Drawing Board known for?

It is especially known for tapas and Sunday roast, with reviewers repeatedly calling out dishes like sticky chicken, corn ribs, fried olives, cauliflower pakora, and generous roast dinners. The comic book themed decor and relaxed, quirky setting are also a big part of why people remember it.

What dishes are most recommended at The Drawing Board?

Reviewers most often recommend the Sunday roast, sticky chicken, corn ribs, fried olives, cauliflower pakora, and the chicken ciabatta. Other specific favorites mentioned are lasagna, quality sausages, and the burger, with several people saying the portions are generous.

What is the atmosphere like at The Drawing Board?

The vibe is casual, cozy, and a bit trendy, with comic book walls, retro gaming details, and a living-room feel. It suits groups and couples well, and reviewers also mention it works for solo dining and relaxed drinks or meals.

Is The Drawing Board good value, and what is the price range?

The price range is £20 to 30, and reviews describe it as good value for money, especially for tapas portions and the quality of the food. A few people note that some mains and draft beers are pricier than an average Leamington pub, but they feel the quality and selection justify it.

When is the best time to visit The Drawing Board?

Sunday lunch is a standout time to go, since the Sunday roast is one of the most praised items and several reviews mention a lively, enjoyable Sunday afternoon. It is also worth booking ahead, because the venue accepts reservations and some diners mention it as a popular spot for meals with friends or family.

Is parking available at The Drawing Board?

Yes. Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.

Is The Drawing Board kid-friendly?

Yes, The Drawing Board is good for kids.

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