The Lydiard Beefeater
A classic pub-style chain specializing in grilled meats and international favorites, known for its friendly service and good value meals.
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The Lydiard Beefeater
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A classic pub-style chain specializing in grilled meats and international favorites, known for its friendly service and good value meals.
"Great food, good value and great staff; a place that makes you want to return."
Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid long wait times by visiting during less busy periods.
Ask about specials
Inquire about daily specials or new menu items for unique culinary experiences.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
British, Grill
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+44 1793 881490
Address
Lydiard Fields, Great Western Way, Swindon SN5 8UB, United Kingdom
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Juicy Steaks and Grilled Favorites
Renowned for its grilled meats, The Lydiard Beefeater offers a menu packed with classic steakhouse fare and international dishes.
Generous Portions, Great Value
Diners praise the generous portions and good value, especially for meals like the full English breakfast, making it a family-friendly choice.
Attentive and Friendly Staff
Many reviews highlight the exceptionally friendly and attentive staff, with specific mentions of servers like Emilia and Karen making guests feel welcome.
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Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid long wait times by visiting during less busy periods.
Ask about specials
Inquire about daily specials or new menu items for unique culinary experiences.
Communicate dietary needs
Clearly inform staff about allergies or dietary restrictions for a safe and enjoyable meal.
Check for promotions
Ask about any available promotions or discounts before placing your order.
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Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid long wait times by visiting during less busy periods.
Ask about specials
Inquire about daily specials or new menu items for unique culinary experiences.
Communicate dietary needs
Clearly inform staff about allergies or dietary restrictions for a safe and enjoyable meal.
Check for promotions
Ask about any available promotions or discounts before placing your order.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
The Lydiard Beefeater is praised for its delicious food, particularly steaks and breakfast, with generous portions and good value for money. Many diners highlight the exceptionally friendly and attentive staff, with specific shout-outs to servers who go above and beyond. However, some guests have experienced slow service and issues with food temperature or preparation, though these seem to be less common.
"I always love coming to this restaurant and hotel - it's my favourite hotel and a great part of that is this wonderful restaurant :)
I've been several times and I'm a vegetarian. I came the latest time with a friend who's also a vegetarian. When he saw the name of the restaurant he worried there'd be nothing to eat here and I assured him he'd be very pleasantly surprised... and he was :)
There is a load of vegetarian and vegan stuff there! It's all delicious, great quality and given in generous portions. The meal deals are very generous.
The staff are all great without exception but a particular shout-out to Emilia who really went above and beyond - she remembered what we each liked to eat and drink and which table we'd sat at the day before. She knew exactly what a vegan can and can't have, ditto, vegetarians, and made recommendations on dishes, all of which were absolutely the right thing! She was very considerate and attentive.
You're a great restaurant in a great hotel and it's always such a joy being there :)"
munkittytunkitty
"Came for lunch. Service was slow and felt rushed. Both chose to upgrade to the 8oz sirloin form the lunch menu. Food was cold and steaks were not cooked as we had asked. Considering they were the same steaks, they looked completely different. Mine which was medium was very thin and extremely chewy. The other was medium rare and still had a lot of blood in the middle. When asking the waitress about it she said that they were definitely both the same steak and she quickly rushed off. Although we had told her about our unhappiness with the food we were not offered any discount or even an apology. Overall a bad experience in both food and service."
Amelia Myers
"We get in and wait by the door for at least 10 minutes before we are seated and were quick to order we were anticipating a nice comforting dinner and I decided to order the bolognese of the kids menu with chips and a starter of garlic bread. We waited a comfortable 20 minutes for the starter another half an hour to get cold spaghetti watered down sauce with skinny chips. additionally, the staff run around like headless chickens. The only redeeming quality was dessert. Would not recommend 👎 so disappointing"
tracey masters
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Lydiard Beefeater specializes in grilled meats, with a menu that also includes international favorites, breakfasts, and vegetarian options.
Yes, the restaurant offers a variety of delicious vegetarian and vegan dishes, often in generous portions.
Yes, it's described as a family restaurant, offering a welcoming atmosphere and kid-friendly menu options like the bolognese.
They offer a good breakfast buffet selection with reasonable prices, though refilling some items can take time.
While reservations aren't explicitly mentioned, tips suggest visiting during off-peak hours to avoid wait times.
Information about parking is not directly provided, but it's located near the M4 motorway, suggesting accessibility.
Service is generally described as friendly and attentive, though some reviews mention occasional slowness or rushed experiences.
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Their website: "Get together and get fired up at your local Beefeater! Our premium HD wide screens are perfect for sports lovers who want to kick back and watch the match, we've got live football showing all season. "We’re serving up delicious quality food and drinks plus good times! So join us before or after the game for some grill greats. We’ve got you sorted!. How do you like your steak cooked?
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