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Red Lion Inn - Shamley Green, Guildford, ENG

Red Lion Inn - Shamley Green

4.6 (866)
£25 and under
Pub
The Green, Shamley Green, Guildford, ENG GU5 0UB

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Red Lion Inn - Shamley Green

4.6
£25 and under
Pub
Guildford

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
Inside, our pub has everything you could wish for in a traditional village local, including freshly prepared food, a fine selection of cask ales, open wood burning fires, traditional flagstone flooring and wooden beams, and extensive wine list. We also have a private function room that can cater for anywhere between 10 and 40 guests. Our outdoor seating areas are peaceful and relaxing, and you have a choice of seating, either overlooking the village green, where you can watch the world go by, or in our own colourful pub garden and patio area.

Additional information

  • Area
    Guildford
  • Parking Details
    Parking at the rear of the Pub,.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Red Lion Inn - Shamley Green.

4.6

4.6
(866)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Surrey

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Guildford

    Best Overall

  • Guildford

    Best Food

  • Guildford

    Best Service

  • Guildford

    Best Ambience

  • Guildford

    Best Value

  • Guildford

    Good for groups

  • Guildford

    Healthy

  • Guildford

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Red Lion Inn in Shamley Green is celebrated for its "great food and service" with highlights like "exceptional gravy" and "fabulous" staff. Patrons appreciate the "lovely experience" and "gorgeous location" with sunset views. While occasional slow service is noted, many "highly recommend" it for its "typical country pub" charm.
866 Reviews
  1. David

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 November 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really nice sunday roast in traditional pub. Very good and charming service.

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  2. Paul

    Southwest Florida3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always the Red Lion never fails to deliver great food and service. I had fillet steak which was excellent. I will be returning. Many thanks. Best wishes Paul
    Red Lion Inn - Shamley GreenResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you, Paul. We’re delighted you enjoyed the fillet steak and our service. We look forward to welcoming you back!

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  3. Andrea

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 25 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Sunday lunch is so tasty. The gravy is exceptional. The puddings are well worth leaving room for and the staff are lovely. One of our favourite places.
    Red Lion Inn - Shamley GreenResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you, Andrea! We’re delighted you enjoyed your Sunday lunch, especially the gravy and puddings. It’s lovely to hear The Red Lion is one of your favourite places, and we’ll pass your kind words on to the team.

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  4. suzanne

    Surrey6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely meal and great staff. One of the few places that is getting it right
    Red Lion Inn - Shamley GreenResponded on 1 November 2026
    Thanks, Suzanne! We’re delighted you enjoyed your meal and the service. We really appreciate your kind words and can't wait to welcome you back soon!

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  5. Susan

    Surrey1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 30 September 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Went for an evening meal with my husband 2 weeks ago food was good,attentive staff.Took 2 friends for lunch on my recommendation,very disappointing,food average,staff not attentive and place was empty.

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  6. Caroline

    East Sussex1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 10 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. Our waitress was fabulous.
    Red Lion Inn - Shamley GreenResponded on 16 September 2026
    Dear Caroline, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear that you found our service friendly and accommodating. Your kind words about our waitress mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, The Red Lion Team

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  7. Robert

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely experience and very good quality of food. Enjoyed the evening with friendly and attentive staff.
    Red Lion Inn - Shamley GreenResponded on 16 September 2026
    Dear Robert, Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your evening with us and appreciated the quality of our food and the attentiveness of our staff. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, The Red Lion Team

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  8. Paul

    Southwest Florida4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service from Josh and his team. The food was great, as always, and service fantastic. I just wish the Red Lion served filet steak, then I would go more often. I highly recommend The Red Lion Shamley Green. Many thanks for a wonderful lunch..
    Red Lion Inn - Shamley GreenResponded on 16 September 2026
    Dear Paul, Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave such a positive review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the service from the team, as well as the food. Your suggestion about adding filet steak to our menu is appreciated and will be taken into consideration. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Red Lion Shamley Green soon. Best regards, The Red Lion Team

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  9. Carleen

    London11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We haven’t been for awhile and were very happy with our visit. Service was friendly and efficient. Wine list had great options. Menu was god and the food really tasty. A great lunch. Our friend was even surprised with a happy birthday treat purely from a comment when we chose a glass of bubbly to start as it was her birthday.

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  10. Jess

    Oxford/Oxfordshire4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gorgeous location and sunset views. We had such a great meal and the service was amazing. See you soon

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Additional information

  • Area
    Guildford
  • Parking Details
    Parking at the rear of the Pub,.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine

FAQs

Sunday is the standout day, guests repeatedly praise the Red Lion’s Sunday roast and Sunday lunch.

Yes, the Red Lion has a private function room that can cater for anywhere between 10 and 40 guests, perfect for private gatherings.

Portions are generous, guests frequently describe the Sunday roasts and mains as large and plentiful.

Yes, the Red Lion’s cosy, candlelit dining room, thoughtful wine service and several celebratory visits make it a lovely choice for a special evening.

Yes, the Red Lion Inn offers outdoor seating: you can choose tables overlooking the village green or sit in the colourful pub garden and patio, both popular with guests.

The Red Lion Inn is a classic village pub, flagstone floors, wooden beams and open wood‑burning fires create a cosy, convivial feel, with a characterful beer garden and occasional live music.

Yes, dogs are welcome at The Red Lion Inn; guests report the pub is very dog‑friendly, with water bowls, treats, and staff who happily welcome dogs in the pub and garden.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, everyday clothing is entirely appropriate at The Red Lion Inn.

For the classic Red Lion experience, go for Sunday lunch, guests consistently rave about the pub’s Sunday roast, generous portions and the popular bottomless veg and gravy offering.

Yes, diners report that dogs are welcome, both in the garden and inside; staff often provide water bowls, treats and a warm welcome for four‑legged visitors.

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A photo of Red Lion Inn - Shamley Green restaurant

Red Lion Inn - Shamley Green

4.6
£25 and under
Pub
Guildford

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 17 times today
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