The Jolly Waggoner

The Jolly Waggoner, Ardeley, Stevenage
01438 861350

Recent Reviews

cat lindley

We were staying in the local area and could walk to the pub from our accommodation. It was a Sunday lunch time and the pub was very busy, but we were given a nice table in the restaurant. We both ordered the Roast, husband had beef, I had pork. We both enjoyed it, however, found the garlic flavour on the vegetables a little over powering. Husband had the Sticky Toffee pudding and said it was one of the best he's ever tasted. Our waitress was really friendly and chatty. We'd definitelyreturn should we be in the area again.

David O'Grady

Great place, super staff but have knocked a star off because you put garlic in the veg. Garlic bread, yes, Garlic Veg no.

Mike Thompson

Traditional, attractive old pub with a range of Sunday roasts. Would advise reserving a table as it’s popular for Sunday lunches.The veggie option was not great a bit slimy and bland though the roast pork was good with plenty of green veg. However there was a paucity of roast potatoes and carrots etc but loads of cabbage and kale.Felt it was a bit overpriced and short on decent veg. However the staff were very friendly and despite it being busy got the food out quickly and asked if we wanted more drinks. The discretionary service charge of 10% whatever the number of people though was a bit hard to take. Could understand it if was for larger tables but a bit of a blow if you are a couple or foursome.Parking: Parking at the rear of the pub but it’s not a big car park but off-road parking nearby

Dave Lawley

Lovely pub in a rural setting. Well-kept beers, excellent food and welcoming staff.

Doris Law

Loved the pub. Food was average but staff were friendly and accomodating.

Debra Osowski

We booked a last minute table for 2 for a late Sunday lunch and it was amazing-the service was brilliant and the food so tasty and plentiful- cannot recommend this lovely pub/restaurant highly enough and we’re lucky enough to have this in our doorstep ☺️

Mark Bicknell

Lovely friendly country pub, with good food, good local beers & dog friendly. Exactly what a local village pub should be.

Claire Morgan

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our Sunday lunch. The roast chicken meal was delicious. My husband enjoyed his burger. Prompt and friendly service.

Glynn Judd

Had a lovely Saturday lunch in this quintessential village pub. Lovely staff, nice atmosphere and food was good. Would definitely visit again.

Samantha Slade

Lovely Sunday roast, friendly staff, great pub atmosphere, open fires, dog-friendly. Loved it.

Francesca-Hill1989

Visited Sunday with husband and kids following a trip to the farm opposite. Us adults had roast beef which was very nice. Impressed that the beef was cooked medium which is our preference and lots of pubs seem to overcook their beef. Veg was cooked really nicely and there was plenty of it. The cauliflower cheese was possibly the best I’ve ever had and I would return purely for that! Daughter had fish goujons chips and peas which she enjoyed. Staff were friendly and attentive and the general ambience was really welcoming and cosy. We will be sure to visit again.

Bob Morcom

New chef is producing great food, its no longer just burgers or fish and chips! Check the Facebook or Instagram page for latest menu. A proper English country

davemE2498QP

very atmospheric traditional pub - excellent and welcoming service - very good quality and value sunday lunch for 7. very well catered for little ones.

Stewart Weedon

We came across this wonderful little pub on a long afternoon walk with the dogs. This pub is unspoilt and traditional, just what we love! The staff were so very welcoming! Big smiles and were making a fuss of our pooches. Decent pint of Guinness sealed the deal for me!

Marc Hedge

Had a few beers here. So cont say how the food was. Nice garden space .. needs some work but overall does the job. No rugby been shown so we left.

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