The Blue Lias Inn - Stratford-on-Avon

We had an unexpectedly great visit to the restaurant. We initially tried to go to the Boat, but were greeted by a unfriendly woman who told us it was closed. We drove a few miles and found the lias instead. It was a lovely and unassuming place with the best steak pie we've ever had! The staff were warm and friendly, and there was none of the strange 'locals only' vibe that we had encountered before. Bravo to this restaurant.

A delightful meal, sitting watching the canal boats, in the sunshine. The food was good; the staff were friendly and helpful. We were able to leave our car on the car park whilst we walked our dogs along the tow path.

We stayed here this weekend in our motorhome at the back of the pub wouldn’t return, we were on pitch 9 by the gate entrance to the pub it’s like the m6 people in and out and people not even on the camp site just roaming around walking right by the door to my motorhome very inconsiderate and badly ran by the owners…no security any billy can walk walk round and that was quite apparent also not necessary the owners issues but they should be controlling it , full of geese the grass is full off geese poo literally covered…we went to the pub for a drink Saturday afternoon queue of 15+ at the bar with one serving, we went back Saturday evening for some food the menu is beyond basic, we went for the chicken balti tasted like a bowl of vinegar orders chips it’s french fries so why not put french fries on the menu , all the dishes come with french fries the food is far better at Wetherspoons ….doesn’t seem very well run as a pub or campsite to be honest just after the £s as cheap as they can get definitely wouldn’t return here! Campy site was £64.00 for two nights overpriced not worth it, food was almost £50..00 just get a takeaway it would be far nice and cost less

We came here for Sunday lunch and we’re pleasantly surprised.The location by the canal is really lovely and especially on a sunny day !The lunch was a traditional roast.The portions were good and it was very tasty.The children all enjoyed theirs too and there were 7 empty plates at the end and no complaints!Wevfound the staff to be friendly and hardworking as it was very busy being Father’s Day and their beer pumps had gone down too!The young staff all worked hard and were constantly walking backwards and forwards to serve outside tables and it was a hot day too ! We shall return and hopefully be able to walk along the canal next time as this time the heavens opened!Give it a try and form your own opinion rather than take note of some of the negative comments .

My husband and I recently dined at this pub and restaurant, and unfortunately, we left feeling very disappointed. While my husband enjoyed his meal and drink, my chicken goujons had a strong fish/scampi flavor that made them inedible. Despite not having any allergies to seafood, I have been feeling unwell since leaving the restaurant and can't seem to get rid of the fishy taste in my mouth. I have a strong aversion to fish and seafood, and these goujons definitely had a seafood taste to them. When I asked if the goujons were cooked in the same oil as seafood, I was told no, but no one came back to confirm this. The lack of customer service was disappointing. I ended up only being able to eat the side salad and had to leave the chicken goujons untouched. The restaurant has a beautiful setting, so it may be worth a visit for drinks only.