The Cross Keys

Name: The Cross Keys
Address: Kinnerley, Oswestry, Shropshire, United Kingdom, SY10 8DB
Telephone: 01691 683688
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (321)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Kinnerley, Oswestry, Shropshire SY10 8DB

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2 people

Jul 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

This stunning 14th century pub in the unspoilt village of Kinnerley offers beautifully prepared seasonal fare alongside delicious pub classics. Offering real ales from local breweries and a interesting winelist. If the sun is shining dine or enjoy a drink in the beer garden with its village green charm.

Warwick Kidd started his career as a part time pot washer at Ludlow's Michelin starred La Becasse under Head Chef Will Holland. His natural ability meant it wasn't long before he was starting to cook and his career soon blossomed. He moved away from Ludlow to gather experience which took him to France, where he cooked for 2 Michelin starred Jean-Luc Rabanel.

Zach Hermon's career started at the age of 15. He has worked at some of the country's most prestigious restaurants including Raymond Blanc's 2 Michelin starred 'Le Manoir aux quat saisons' and more recently 2 Michelin starred 'Moor Hall' in Lancashire - Winner of first place at The Estrella Damm National Restaurant Awards.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub
Hours of operation
Bar Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
01691 683688
Website
https://www.thecrosskeysinn.co.uk/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Whether you want a 3 Course Menu, or a buffet for a large party, we have lots of different options available. <br />Please get in contact to hear all about them.
Private party facilities
Alongside our usual Lunch and Evening dining, we can also cater for larger events, whether it is a birthday party, a wedding or a wake. We have lots of options available for whatever your needs may be.

Location
Kinnerley, Oswestry, Shropshire SY10 8DB
Neighborhood
Oswestry
Parking details
Large secure car park and disabled parking.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 321 people are saying

The Cross Keys reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Shropshire
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
Shropshire
Best Ambiance
Shropshire
Best Value
Shropshire
Kid-friendly
Shropshire
Good for groups
Shropshire
Neighborhood gem
Shropshire
Good for special occasions
Shropshire
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Cross Keys delights with "excellent as always" cuisine and "exceptional" service, making it a local favorite. Known for "wonderful Sunday lunch," the menu offers "lots of choice" for all diners. Enjoy a "great atmosphere" and "attentive" staff in this "great independent pub" setting.

321 Reviews

D
Dilly
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was great - it was presented very well., tasteful and lovely.
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David
Shropshire1 review
4.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food was excellent, and much apprciated by our party of 8. Bit of a delay in taking orders for desert.
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Lesley
Shropshire2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Eat here regularly and are never disappointed
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Sean
London1 review
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent as always. Really good menu capably executed
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Peter
Shropshire1 review
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very well presented and delicious food. Service was impeccable, just the right interval between courses.
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Andrew
London7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing Sunday lunch at the Cross Keys as always. The service and food is exceptional. One of our favourite places locally to dine.
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John
Yorkshire1 review
5.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service sublime. We both had the Seabass which was exceptional .
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Christopher
Vancouver / British Columbia3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent Sunday roast. More than enough, leaving some to take home. Chocolate mousse to die for.
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Andrew
Shropshire1 review
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my second visit, this time for Sunday lunch. It was just as good as my first visit; more evidence that this place consistently produces excellent food. I will definitely visit again.
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Jane
Oxford/Oxfordshire3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Gorgeous Sunday lunch with good roast potatoes - the mark of really decent cooking! Pudding was lovely too. Thank you
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The Cross Keys is rated 4.8 stars by 321 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Jul 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Kinnerley, Oswestry, Shropshire SY10 8DB

Additional information

Neighborhood
Oswestry
Hours of operation
Bar Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Large secure car park and disabled parking.
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.thecrosskeysinn.co.uk/
Phone number
01691 683688
Catering
Whether you want a 3 Course Menu, or a buffet for a large party, we have lots of different options available. <br />Please get in contact to hear all about them.
Private party facilities
Alongside our usual Lunch and Evening dining, we can also cater for larger events, whether it is a birthday party, a wedding or a wake. We have lots of options available for whatever your needs may be.

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