Food and Drink

Discover where to eat and drink in Gainsborough – from quick bites to three-course dining.

Don’t miss the monthly Farmers and Craft Market, or favourites like the Clock House Gastrobar, Caldero Lounge, Reeds Riverside Coffee Shop and the new Cafe Walton.

Many eateries champion local produce, offering freshness and flavour. Food and drink produced in Lincolnshire is at the very heart and soul of our way of life.

Extend your stay and stop by a local attraction or see what’s on in the area.

Pubs

Horse & Jockey

A traditional and friendly public house in the heart of Gainsborough – screening all major sports fixtures on Sky Sports, BT Sports and Freeview.

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Horse & Jockey, Gainsborough
The Trent Port Gainsborough

The Trent Port

This pub offers something for all the family – from slow cooked roasts to bar meal classics. The Trent Port also offers stone baked pizzas and garlic bread from its own freshly-made dough.

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Lincolnshire Otter

A family-friendly pub in Gainsborough, serving a wide variety of pub classics, world food and fresh pizza from its own pizza kitchen.

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Lincolnshire Otter
The Becketts

The Becketts

A traditional country pub and restaurant situated approximately 4 miles from Gainsborough. Dogs welcome in the bar and garden.

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Black Horse Blyton

A 250 year old village pub that offering good food, great beer and a warm welcome to all. Just what to expect from a traditional country local.

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A view of the pub from the bar.

Rose & Crown, Upton

A family and dog friendly pub set in a village location, approximately 5 miles out of Gainsborough, with large beer garden. Meals & lite bites are served from midday to 8pm on Thursday through to Saturday. Sunday carvery is from 12 noon until 3pm – booking is advised.

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The Stirrup Inn, Willoughton

Charming and cosy 17th century pub with regular food trucks. Calm and friendly atmosphere. Well behaved dogs and children welcome. Parking and EV charging station.

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The Stirrup Inn, Willoughton

The Haxey Gate Inn

Sitting by the waters edge, The Haxey Gate is a welcome retreat for all including walkers, boaters, campers and cyclists. Approximately 20 minutes drive from Gainsborough.

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The Cross Keys Stow – Pub and Restaurant

An award-winning pub and restaurant serving cask ales and high quality, freshly prepared food from our classic bar meal or Specials menu.

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The cross keys stow
Night time exterior view of the front of the pub / restaurant

Three Horseshoes, Scotton

A traditional, welcoming pub and restaurant offering delicious menus, using locally soured ingredients. Located in the idyllic village of Scotton on the edge of Laughton Forest.

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The George at Kirton in Lindsey

The George is a local pub with restaurant food. It creates interesting, freshly-cooked dishes using seasonal ingredients and offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere combined with professional service.

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The Inn on the Green, Ingham

The Inn on the Green, Ingham

Award winning country pub, lunch, dinner, morning coffee, cake, breakfast baps, homemade gins, homemade ice creams, takeaways and more.

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Dambusters Inn

Named after the famous RAF 617 Squadron, the Dambusters Inn is a 1940s-themed pub in the historic village of Scampton, just 20 minutes’ drive from Gainsborough.

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Dambusters Inn
exterior photo of a country pub and gardens

The Kings Head

The Kings Head Tealby is located in the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds serving good home cooked food in a picturesque setting.

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