Reviews in Clitheroe

we have just arrived home from a drive to the Red Pump (which we last visited 15yrs ago) and what a difference. we had an excellent lunch. Stuffed mushroom filled with pate battered and deep fried. I had the rack of lamb for my main course on the landlords say, so he's not a bad judge, it was very good. My other half went for the roast sirloin of beef which was tender and tasty (the portions being large I had to finish the beef ) We thanked the landlord and landlady plus the chef who had come into the dining room for a very nice lunch. As we were leaving we asked if the Red Pump had guest bedrooms and we were given the guided tour they are very nice well worth a look.

fabulous.... well done jon and marti .... happy new year. big kiss xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx rosie and mike x

Very nice surprise. The Inn At Whitewell was bursting at the seams and it was a horrible day. The Red Pump was down the road and we were wet and cold and hungry. We were greeted by a roaring fire, very pleasant hosts and owners and a few tables who's obviously been before and the banter was hilarious. Not terribly busy but that wasn't a problem when we had our food! I had smoked loin of local pork and my husband had the Bowland hotpot and they were both excellent, full of proper home cooked flavour and nicely presented. More a gastro pub than a pub (is that a really bad thing nowadays?...sorry if offended red pump!, but meant as compliment). definitely will visit again....resident dog is worth the visit again alone (as well as the pork loin!!). Had two desserts (all very obviously home made) and were excellent; tried the lemon and lime cheesecake with ginger, lemon and lime sauce and lemon confit and it was very good, my husband had the home made red berry ice cream. very very good......

I know everyone I speak to raves about the Three Fishes and I am not about to disrespect it but I really did not find anything "outstanding". We were a group of 8 so could book ahead and that was a smart move since when we arrived on a Sunday afternoon at 1.30 the place was absolutely full. We were on the 3 course Christmas menu for £19.00 and whilst the price was average the value for money was very good. Service was slow. We had booked and pre-ordered for 2pm and received our starters at 2.30; mains were served approximately 50 minutes later. Whilst the service was slow the waiting staff were faultless, knowledgeable and very charming. The quality of the food was very good but not outstanding. The pate was very robust (whole chicken livers); the turkey was tasty with firm root vegetables and the roast potato was hard on both the outside and the inside! However the apple sponge pudding was superb and that was outstanding but the other two courses were "very good". I don't want to put people off because I will certainly be back but to sample the ordinary menu rather than the Christmas one. This is a totally non smoking establishment but there is the Smoking Hut outside which I found more than acceptable for my post lunch nicotine fix. I really did want to score the Three Fishes as "outstanding" in all aspects but the little niggles I found brought this down to a "very good" but don't let that put you off because I will certainly be back.

Greendale is set in the heart of the picturesque Ribble Valley nestled between the villages of Chatburn and Downham (AKA Ormston from the BBC series Born and Bread). I found the traditional English menu to be of an exceptionally high standard and although the waitress were young and inexperienced they made up for it in politeness and helpfulness.

Excellent, very enjoyable meal and cheap too. However did not enjoy that smoking was allowed inside.

My wife swears she has never had belly pork like that for years. Excellent meal and evening all round and every credit to this new young couple who absolutely made the place a super evening out. It was their first birthday from opening and our first time there for many years (after being recommendation by a friend who'd been there the saturday before)..It was busy but not to the point where you want to leave because you feel like a battery chicken. Now I know meat.... having been a farmer and butcher (of sorts) for almost 30 years and I had a steak, a ribeye and it was sublime, properly aged beef and cooked to perfection. Then we sat in the snug with the fire roaring and a large Brandy.... I truly did not want to leave (only that their accommodation was fully booked I would have stayed the night!). One criticism..... the portions were a little too big despite the obvious excellent quality of the produce used, which could put some off (my wife was a little overfaced with the belly pork but insisted on eating it all anyway!) We wish them all the best; they deserve every credit..... and I promise not to steal their dog as was hinted on the night! Best regards J. Myerscough;(no relation!).... the chap with the old Rolls and the wife who looks like Cybil Fawlty (she'll kill me for that!)

Had our first visit to the three Fishes this weekend& were really blown away. We knew it wasn't possible to book so arrived at midday & joined the crowd of a dozen or so stood outside waiting for the doors to open! What a lovely atmosphere & best of all Real, Local food! I loved the map on the menu indicating where all the meat, veg, cheeses & wine are sourced. A really good range for vegetarians too with no veggie lasagne or pasta bake in sight. The service was excellent - attentive but not over bearing & the food was delicious. The Christmas menu definitely is worth a look too.

I came here years ago and hated it. It took a lot of persuading to get me back. The place this time however was superb; a proper country inn. The new owners were hilarious and genuinely friendly. Food excellent and the guest bedrooms beautiful. I'll be back very soon. Very impressed. This is a hidden gem but not for long.

My wife and I eat at the carvery at the Calf's Head quite regularly and have always found the food to be great and the staff very, very friendly. There are so many options for eating here whether in the formal restaurant as we did for the carvery or in the conservatory for bar meals or even the garden when the weather is good. The owners have worked their socks off since they took over and their endeavours deserve to be recognised for making this the magnificent place it is today.

A wide choice of menu and fairly priced. The portions were ample and local produce used which was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be booking again. Excellent wine by the glass over the bar - not usual pub rubbish. Well worth a visit, but book early!!

Great views, lovely decor and atmosphere. Food very good but could have been spicier (I ordered extra chillies). Lots of specialty mexican and spanish drinks to try. A good night out!

What a great concept, Wonderful food attentive service on a busy Sunday, Will be back soon

This is the place to go for Chinese food. I first went there 3 years ago for a birthday meal and have been back at least once a year since though I plan to go more in the future. I will be there in a months time because the food is just amazing. It isn't a big place so if you plan on going there in a big group it might be best to book in advance. Wonderful!!

Very good food, drinks a little pricey, modern restaurant, friendly service

I'm an ex-pat from Arizona, and this is, bar none, the best Mexican food in the United Kingdom. I've been from one end of this country to the other, over the past six years. Highly recommended.

Well worth finding. Top notch food well presented. Landlady Rachel is a bit of a find as well. Don't give any cheek - you'll get loads back. Our 4 star find of the year. A very warm and friendly welcome.

We have visited the 3 fishes on several occasions and love the fantastic food, location and relaxed atmosphere, where the food is the centre of the attention. It? even better as the ingredients are locally produced and the food you remember from childhood. This is the best restaurant in Lancashire and is also not as expensive as the Heathcotes brassiere outlets. My main tip would be arrive early as you can't book tables and don't drink all the dandelion & burdock!