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The Black Horse Restaurant & Bar

4.5
4.5
38 Reviews
£25 and under
Modern European

About this restaurant

Appleby Magna in Leicestershire, as well as being listed in the Domesday book, is home to a lovingly restored 16th century grade II listed building – The Black Horse Restaurant and Bar. It’s a beloved village pub and The Black Horse also offers a stellar dining experience, with loyal customers coming back again and again for mouth-watering classic European cuisine. The lovingly restored Tudor exterior belies a contemporary and cosy interior – perfect for a relaxing meal on a cold day. If you’re lucky enough to visit on a warm day, there’s also the option to go al fresco. Using much locally sourced and organic produce, the menus change with the seasons, though customers really rate the chicken liver parfait with white truffle oil and ciabatta, and the pub classic – 21 day matured sirloin steak with triple-cooked chips. Desserts, too, are worth saving room for, as are the fantastic real ales.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern European
  • Hours of operation
    Mon - Thu: 4:00pm to 11:30pm Fri: 3:00pm to 12:00am Sat: 12:00pm to 12:00am Sun: 12:00pm to 11:30pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

What 38 people are saying

The Black Horse Restaurant & Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5
4.5 based on all time ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

38 Reviews
  1. NGHodder

    Yorkshire1 review

    1.0

    Dined on August 3, 2014

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Booked online through OpenTable, but when we arrived we were told there was no food due to the venue being under new ownership. No compensation offered for our inconvenience.

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  2. paulnjoy

    Derbyshire1 review

    4.0

    Dined on January 19, 2014

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Took a punt for Sunday lunch at this restaurant after some recommendations and checking it out online. We were not disappointed!! Will definately be going back to see what it's like for an evening meal.

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  3. outstandingfood

    Derbyshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 12, 2014

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I challenge someone to find a better pub lunch, for the same outstanding value, superb service and absolutely deliciously scrumptious food. I was shocked at how well presented, filling and how tasty the meal was. And yet so very affordable. I've not had a better pub lunch in the UK. I'll be back!

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  4. Thefoxywife

    Derbyshire1 review

    4.0

    Dined on November 22, 2013

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a lovely evening out here celebrating my friends birthday. The venue was lovely - old and modern at the same time. It was also small so made the whole experience more intimate. The food was excellent - they obviously have a very good chef. I would love to go back for another special occasion.

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  5. Suecraft007

    London8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 7, 2013

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely little place, great atmosphere, great service and fabulous food, could not fault it!

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  6. blue

    Derbyshire1 review

    4.0

    Dined on September 3, 2013

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Surroundings and decor warm and homely. Service and food excellent. Would definitely book again.

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  7. Tracey

    Derbyshire9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 26, 2013

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful food, great atmosphere and good service. A faultless evening will definitely be back.

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  8. Garydine

    Derbyshire4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 20, 2012

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    A very cosy dining experience! All staff tried their very best to impress their customers. The owners had clearly worked hard in improving the decor of the building. There appeared to be a clear commitment to improve the customer experience even further. Some suggestions, however. Please don't undertake staff training in full view of all of your customers making them feel that you have more important things to attend to then them! Our view was that it simply seemed to lack a calm and reassuring "Maitre de" to keep the ship running smoothly! The turquoise colour scheme didn't do much for us, but that's personal choice. We sincerely hope the local community responds accordingly to help keep this valuable community resource afloat.

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  9. Pezzy54

    London10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 28, 2012

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We meet with our lovely friends once a quarter and try to meet about half way. The Black Horse is perfectly situated and we have returned on a number of occassions to enjoy their excellent food at sensible prices. The beer is always good too! An excellent and friendly pub and restaurant. Cheers!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 19, 2012

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We must hav hit this restaurant on an off night. The menu was very limited and not well thought out. Had based decision to go to this pub based on previous reviews, but was sadly very disappointed. Wil not be returning. We do eat out quite frequently are willing to pay for good food and service.

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Google Map for The Black Horse Restaurant & Bar

2 Top Street, Appleby Magna, Swadlincote, Derbyshire DE12 7AH

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Swadlincote
  • Hours of operation
    Mon - Thu: 4:00pm to 11:30pm Fri: 3:00pm to 12:00am Sat: 12:00pm to 12:00am Sun: 12:00pm to 11:30pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Indoor Fireplace, Wheelchair Access
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