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White Lion at Alvanley

British, Pub Food • Frodsham
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4.5/5
(01928) 722949 Manley Road, Alvanley, Frodsham, Cheshire, WA6 9DD (01928)7…Show
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Country pub situated opposite the church in the idyllic Cheshire village of Alvanley, near Frodsham.
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About White Lion at Alvanley

Once part of a farm and steeped in history, the White Lion sits at the heart of the community in the idyllic Cheshire village of Alvanley. It provides a warm welcome year-round with four roaring fires on the go in winter and landscaped gardens and a patio area coming into their own in summer with views out over the Cheshire plain and the Welsh hills. The pub is also bedecked with hanging baskets and planters and the award-winning displays are quite the draw. The White Lion has a range of quality cask ales and beers along with a great selection of wines plus a menu packed full of mouth-watering dishes and daily specials. Walkers are welcome at the White Lion and the pub produces its own guide to local walks, downloadable from the website.

Sugarvine
4.5
Food 4.4/5
Service 4.5/5
Atmosphere 4.5/5
Value for Money 4.6/5
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Mon 12:00 - 23:00 —
Tue 12:00 - 23:00 —
Wed 12:00 - 23:00 —
Thu 12:00 - 23:00 —
Fri 12:00 - 23:00 —
Sat 12:00 - 23:00 —
Sun 12:00 - 22:30 —
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Phil B
Not been for ages, and found the food just as good. Good value for money, service was excellent and surrounds lovely.
3.3
Michelle
We've been coming to the White Lion for years due to its warm and homely atmosphere, as well as reasonably priced, quality food. Service is always a bit of a lottery, though. Sometimes everything is brilliant, but others (like our most recent visit on a Friday lunchtime), less so. It wasn't busy, therefore initially, we were served quickly with drinks and our main course of food. However, from that point it felt like we were forgotten by our waiter. When our plates were cleared, we were not asked if we wanted anything else or a dessert menu. Therefore, we waited to see if anyone would come back. They didn't so I had to go looking for someone to ask for one. It then took ages for our dessert order to be taken and there was no one on the bar to order from either. The desserts (which are quite pricey!) also took ages to arrive. When they did, two of the desserts, which were pudding with custard, were stone cold. So I had to send them back. Again, I had to go and find someone to do this. So a bit of a mixed experience. On the positive side, they have 25% off food vouchers Jan-Mar 26, which we took advantage of, and the food (other than our dessert mishap this time) is usually good. On the negative, some of the staff could do a better job service-wise.
4.5
Paul Newby
Great service and lovely food.
5.0
Karen Goodall
My first visit on Christmas Eve. Was on my own and my two dogs. Very friendly wasvery busy, but the service was brillant. The food was brillant and not waiting long before it arrived. Food was fantastic. Would highly rate it. Loved it.
5.0
Paul Turton
Hadn't been here for a while but will be back again soon. Monday evening so probably quieter than weekend but everything was perfect. Staff were very polite and attentive, food was excellent, wine chilled just right. Father Christmas was there so lots of children early in the evening and staff were quick to stop them running around where others were dining. No great problem to us but could have got in the way if staff bringing hot food. Great decor for Christmas. Highly recommend this place. Veg was a bit simple and would expect lemon wedge with scampi but otherwise perfect.
Diane
We visited on 19th dec 2025 for lunch well what can i say the food was very tasty the only think was i had the chicken dish and didn't come with veg which for me was a little disappointing, the staff were lovely, look forward to my next visit
Steve
Visited with family for a meet up before Christmas. Great atmosphere..warm and welcoming environment. Staff were fantastic and attentive. Food was delicious and very good value for money.
5.0
Michelle Lewis
First visit for Sunday lunch with a friend and we were not disappointed. The pub is comfortable, warm and inviting. Plenty of choice on the menu and all staff were friendly and helpful. We both went for the roast beef and it was one of the best Sunday dinners I’ve ever had. Will return soon as this pub is a little gem.
4.5
Jane
We enjoyed an 11 year olds birthday for a group of 8. Good choice of delicious food which was very reasonably priced. Service was excellent, they looked after the birthday cake which we brought with us and presented it to the table as requested The atmosphere was enhances by the log fire. Excellent value for money
3.0
Cath Stone
Three of us had dinner on a recent Wednesday evening. The White Lion used to be a reliable destination for really good cooking at any time during the week. Now it seems to be a lottery. Our food this time was merely ok. The pub hasn’t really regained the standard it operated at before Covid. Two of us asked for steak…medium done. They were both overcooked. We didn’t complain but now I wish we had. The meat was quite tough. My Irish coffee was bitter. I think some training is needed on how to make these. Staff were pleasant and our food arrived promptly. Overall a dispiriting experience.
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