Amazing customer service by Charlie and Freya, 100% recommend coming because of these two alone, good was amazing aswell
Olivia Bossard
Large party, well looked after.
David K
A nice local pub with nice drinks and comfy seats. A different vibe to 20 years ago when it was more of a footy pub. Parking is crushed and I did find myself worrying for my poor car when watching someone getting out of their car next to mine and having to perform pretty much a contortionist routine. Service was good with staff friendly and attentive.
Tony Pendlebury
Very friendly
Emma Burgess
Lovely atmosphere, great service and great food, would definitely go again.
Ann Arnold
Not the place to go if you want quality in good foodNot very welcomingWon’t be going
Stephen Jones
I've never been to Rainford before, so yesterday, I took a trip and realised just what I've been missing. And now I'm kicking myself for not going there a long, long time ago. Boy oh boy have I missed out. You see, six months ago I had to go see a Consultant at the Fairfield Hospital in Crank, So I drove past Rainford to get there, and I drove past Rainford coming home. It was as simple as that, I had no need to ever call in. Until the Consultant told me that he often drives all the way from Lytham to go visit this top little eaterie in Rainford: "it's called The Golden Lion, Mr Jones. You should go and check it out" he muttered. Well, my eyes were fixed on the Motivational Poster he had on his wall. "Once a year, go someplace that you've never been before" I wish I'd paid attention and driven back through Rainford then, but oh no, I zipped along the M58 and headed out towards the safety of Southport. But it's niggled away inside of me ever since. "Why oh why would a world renowned Consultant drive all the way from Lytham, just to go eat lunch in a gastro pub in Rainford?" It still didn't jerk me out of my lethargy until yesterday, when I saw another motivational poster that reminded me of the one I'd stared at in the Consultants room ? "Never put off until tomorrow those things you could be doing today". Hence my trip from Ainsdale to Rainford as the gales of Storm Jocelyn ebbed away. Turned out to be the best decision I've made this year. And now I bitterly regret putting it off, and I'm trying to find a reason to go spoil myself there on a regular weekly basis (God help the poor staff) ?♂️ But you know, they're the best part about The Golden Lion. Every one of them had that warm, inviting personality. Really genuine and kind. And I want to adopt my young server, Liv. She went so far out of her way to make the whole 'Golden Lion Experience' really special for me. Nothing was a problem. Yes, her smile, her warmth, her kindness and her very genuine interest made the whole experience worthwhile. So instead of being a food critic, I actually sat back and relaxed, and OMG I enjoyed it so much. Yes, the food is every bit as good as my Consultant said it would be, but I really need to go back and try something more substantial, because as gorgeous as the steak ciabatta was (and those caramelised onions Chef Lenny blessed it with, were 'to die for' on their own), but I'd blundered in at an awkward time (schoolboy error 87c) which was 'too early for my dinner', and a tad 'too late for my lunch'. But it didn't ruffle The Golden Lion staff at all, and I've been to lesser restaurants where they simply won't serve between 2pm or 5 o'clock. Which brings me back to the gorgeous Liv, who helped me decide on "a little something to go with my delicious Ciabatta" (I secretly thought she'd be sorry she asked ?) but she was an absolute dream, who brought me a pot of tea, a delicious raspberry cheesecake, a much needed fresh OJ and that speciality Malbec which has got me still smiling and raving about it 24 hours later. I can't wait to go back next week and try out the main course menu. But instead of rushing off, I actually sat and savoured the moment this time. And staying there an extra ten minutes gave me the chance to chat with Chef Lenny to quiz him on "how his steak was so tender" and what his secret was to getting those caramelised onions so sweet and delicious? Turns out he treats every customer exactly the same. And it works. His Steak Ciabatta knocks the Miller & Carter Ciabatta off Number One Spot, so well done young Lenny. And thank you young Liv (I told her to tell her mum she should be really proud of her, and she should, she really is that special). The food is top class but the staff know how to make you feel really welcome, and the next time I pop in, it will simply be to enjoy the whole experience again, it really is that goo
Kim Ello
Had our work night out here and the food was amazing will definitely be going back.
Christine Sterry
Can’t fault The Golden Lion.So accommodating! Delicious food that was plentiful. The service was impeccable, an all round great experience. Will definitely be going again and soon!Big up to the new look Lion!
Mary Prendergast
Nice friendly atmosphere and food really good. Hadn't booked beforehand but that was no problem. Will certainly visit again soon.
Great pub nice decor,only thing was there was a party taking over most of the pub,So not much room at all to sit down ..
philip murphy
Pre booked a table pre ordered the meals for10 shown to table set for 7 curry and scraps of food on the floor one meal didn't arrive until all the others had been eaten was enquiredabout 3 times at least two others were cold and another wasn't eaten as the meat was to tough to cut was told by waiter the kitchen had been chaotic all day needless to say will not be going again
Sam B
The best chips I’ve ever had in a pub in Lancashire … the only place I’ve had better chips was at the Cross Keys in Thixendale in the Yorkshire Wolds.
Colette M
Food was excellent ? ? ? staff lovely and friendly highly recommended ? can't wait to go again try all the rest of the menu thank-you
neilc924
Just had lunch there, the food was first class. I would have no problem recommending to anyone to eat there. Also a very pleasant setting and great service. Well done.
Amazing customer service by Charlie and Freya, 100% recommend coming because of these two alone, good was amazing aswell
Large party, well looked after.
A nice local pub with nice drinks and comfy seats. A different vibe to 20 years ago when it was more of a footy pub. Parking is crushed and I did find myself worrying for my poor car when watching someone getting out of their car next to mine and having to perform pretty much a contortionist routine. Service was good with staff friendly and attentive.
Very friendly
Lovely atmosphere, great service and great food, would definitely go again.
Not the place to go if you want quality in good foodNot very welcomingWon’t be going
I've never been to Rainford before, so yesterday, I took a trip and realised just what I've been missing. And now I'm kicking myself for not going there a long, long time ago. Boy oh boy have I missed out. You see, six months ago I had to go see a Consultant at the Fairfield Hospital in Crank, So I drove past Rainford to get there, and I drove past Rainford coming home. It was as simple as that, I had no need to ever call in. Until the Consultant told me that he often drives all the way from Lytham to go visit this top little eaterie in Rainford: "it's called The Golden Lion, Mr Jones. You should go and check it out" he muttered. Well, my eyes were fixed on the Motivational Poster he had on his wall. "Once a year, go someplace that you've never been before" I wish I'd paid attention and driven back through Rainford then, but oh no, I zipped along the M58 and headed out towards the safety of Southport. But it's niggled away inside of me ever since. "Why oh why would a world renowned Consultant drive all the way from Lytham, just to go eat lunch in a gastro pub in Rainford?" It still didn't jerk me out of my lethargy until yesterday, when I saw another motivational poster that reminded me of the one I'd stared at in the Consultants room ? "Never put off until tomorrow those things you could be doing today". Hence my trip from Ainsdale to Rainford as the gales of Storm Jocelyn ebbed away. Turned out to be the best decision I've made this year. And now I bitterly regret putting it off, and I'm trying to find a reason to go spoil myself there on a regular weekly basis (God help the poor staff) ?♂️ But you know, they're the best part about The Golden Lion. Every one of them had that warm, inviting personality. Really genuine and kind. And I want to adopt my young server, Liv. She went so far out of her way to make the whole 'Golden Lion Experience' really special for me. Nothing was a problem. Yes, her smile, her warmth, her kindness and her very genuine interest made the whole experience worthwhile. So instead of being a food critic, I actually sat back and relaxed, and OMG I enjoyed it so much. Yes, the food is every bit as good as my Consultant said it would be, but I really need to go back and try something more substantial, because as gorgeous as the steak ciabatta was (and those caramelised onions Chef Lenny blessed it with, were 'to die for' on their own), but I'd blundered in at an awkward time (schoolboy error 87c) which was 'too early for my dinner', and a tad 'too late for my lunch'. But it didn't ruffle The Golden Lion staff at all, and I've been to lesser restaurants where they simply won't serve between 2pm or 5 o'clock. Which brings me back to the gorgeous Liv, who helped me decide on "a little something to go with my delicious Ciabatta" (I secretly thought she'd be sorry she asked ?) but she was an absolute dream, who brought me a pot of tea, a delicious raspberry cheesecake, a much needed fresh OJ and that speciality Malbec which has got me still smiling and raving about it 24 hours later. I can't wait to go back next week and try out the main course menu. But instead of rushing off, I actually sat and savoured the moment this time. And staying there an extra ten minutes gave me the chance to chat with Chef Lenny to quiz him on "how his steak was so tender" and what his secret was to getting those caramelised onions so sweet and delicious? Turns out he treats every customer exactly the same. And it works. His Steak Ciabatta knocks the Miller & Carter Ciabatta off Number One Spot, so well done young Lenny. And thank you young Liv (I told her to tell her mum she should be really proud of her, and she should, she really is that special). The food is top class but the staff know how to make you feel really welcome, and the next time I pop in, it will simply be to enjoy the whole experience again, it really is that goo
Had our work night out here and the food was amazing will definitely be going back.
Can’t fault The Golden Lion.So accommodating! Delicious food that was plentiful. The service was impeccable, an all round great experience. Will definitely be going again and soon!Big up to the new look Lion!
Nice friendly atmosphere and food really good. Hadn't booked beforehand but that was no problem. Will certainly visit again soon.
Restaurantji Recommends
Great pub nice decor,only thing was there was a party taking over most of the pub,So not much room at all to sit down ..
Pre booked a table pre ordered the meals for10 shown to table set for 7 curry and scraps of food on the floor one meal didn't arrive until all the others had been eaten was enquiredabout 3 times at least two others were cold and another wasn't eaten as the meat was to tough to cut was told by waiter the kitchen had been chaotic all day needless to say will not be going again
The best chips I’ve ever had in a pub in Lancashire … the only place I’ve had better chips was at the Cross Keys in Thixendale in the Yorkshire Wolds.
Food was excellent ? ? ? staff lovely and friendly highly recommended ? can't wait to go again try all the rest of the menu thank-you
Just had lunch there, the food was first class. I would have no problem recommending to anyone to eat there. Also a very pleasant setting and great service. Well done.