Reviews in Wigan

The Windmill has been refurbished and looks fantastic so we were really looking forward to trying it. When we arrived although we pre booked there was no table ready for us, the staff were helpful and managed to get something sorted. We then waited 45 minutes to get a drink, the pub was reasonably busy however it was a Thursday so not packed. It was over an hour before we ordered food and they’d ran out of chunky chips which caused confusion as they still had skinny chips and mashed potatoes as options. The food was not what we expected and unfortunately was not what was described on the menu, the ‘sticky coconut rice’ tasted like plain packet basmati and the naan breads were small toasted packet pittas that hadn’t even been flavoured. There were 6 of us at the table and we were all really disappointed, especially considering the price of the food. The pub itself has a lovely atmosphere and the staff were helpful, it’s just a shame the service was so slow and the food was such a disappointment. Hopefully these are just teething problems with it recently re opening.

visted after refurb...having been to the pub on numerous occasions. Found this visit to be disapointing...far too long to wait over an hour for a main course only meal. The new layout found us cramped in a corner and wasnt reallly an ambiance of relaxation but one of noise. The food which was ordered came and the chips were far too big and where like rocks. Waitresses were very pleasant and apologetic but they didnt cook the food. Ended up with one meal discounted due to food. Probably will not go again. Feel the place is going in then wrong direction ...after bottoms on seats and losing that customer experience...

Our first visit and won't be our last. We were welcomed from the moment we arrived, the staff were friendly and helpful and the food was plentiful and delicious thankyou for a lovely evening with family.

Visited after recent alterations.Our meal of fish and chips was nice but could have done with being hotter also served on cold plates.Also a number of items were not available not up to the same standard and quality of food as on previous visits.

Waited nearly 25 minutes to get our food menus, we had been given the wine menu by accident but the staff were too busy to notice. They apologised when they realised but seemed rushed off their feet. Ordered starters which came with our main course, they said it was a miscommunication with the kitchen. Food arrived 40 minutes after ordering. Heard the table next to us complaining about their wait time too and a waitress replied ‘it’s not my fault’. Food was tasty so hopefully just a few teething problems.

Visited for breakfast yesterday with a friend and ordered sourdough toast with mushrooms. Plain soggy white toast arrived with no explanation given, and the mushrooms were tasteless. Sourdough toast was the main reason for ordering this dish as our favourite so it was disappointing. The waitress apologised at the point of paying the bill and reduced the bill. But the other waitress who brought out the food should have said something.

The ’ Windy’ is now under new ownership and reopened on 27/2/25 having been totally refurbished with more building work continuing. 4 of us had a lovely Sunday lunch, it was freshly prepared and we waited about 40 minutes (not a problem) service was very good. The new menu is an improvement and and reasonably priced. We will certainly be returning soon.

Booked a fairly early evening time and athough not empty by any means, the restaurant was not overcrowded. There was a very relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, the food was excellent and the service even better. We were royally looked after by Kebil and others. We were also pleasantly surprised by the total amount of the bill which was very reasonable. We will definitely be visiting again.

Lovely breakfast, nice atmosphere. Teething problems still but everyone tried very hard and were interested in improving which is worth a lot.

From arriving to leaving I can not fault a thing. Lovely staff, very friendly . Food was amazing and it made our anniversary evening special. Thank you to all the staff.

Had a recent funeral for a family member and we came back to the White Crow for refreshments with the funeral party. Excellent service and food, we were well looked after. We also visit here often as we live locally. Highly recommend.

Went with my daughter lovely food and excellent cocktails really enjoyed it

Four of us dined and we all really enjoyed our food. We have been a few times before its always good and the staff are lovely.

Absolute disaster of a meal at the new windmill - drinks orders were “lost” we reordered and they were served 55 minutes after we arrived, minus the gin in gin and tonics, the food order was taken after an hour by frazzled but friendly staff. Food arrived cold, which was ironic as one guest ordered a chicken sizzler. Truly terrible don’t waste your time nor money here!

Excellent food and service, as always, at Papa’s.

Excellent food and friendly and efficient service

Pub looks great, fantastic atmosphere and great service. Food was was really tasty but only warm when it arrived.

Had a lovely lunch other day , great food with great service and polite staff , definitely will be going again …. Love the refurbishment! …. Fabulous!