Review Summary
- 7 based on 2 reviews
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Lynne Dale –
We have been to the Little John a few times and generally have had a nice experience, however on this occasion the whole experience was spoilt by poor service. After ordering our drinks they had still not arrived after 15 minutes. The main meal took 45 minutes to arrive and that was after we had asked twice how long it was going to take for it. Once we got the food it was very tasty and well presented. We did tell the waitress about our displeasure and we got an apology. If the restaurant had been busy we could have understood the slow service but it wasn't.
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Lynne Dale –
We had a nice meal at the Little John. The food was OK, my chips were tasty but a little soggy.
It was a Sunday lunchtime so was quite busy but not full, I felt the service was a little slow. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
The restaurant has interesting decor which makes it unique.
Would go again but I would not go on a Sunday.
- Mon:
- 11am-11pm
- Tue:
- 11am-11pm
- Wed:
- 11am-11pm
- Thu:
- 11am-11pm
- Fri:
- 11am-11pm
- Sat:
- 11am-11pm
- Sun:
- 11am-11pm
We say…
Ideally placed on the edge of rural Ravenshead in Nottinghamshire The Little John is a spot of glamour and luxury packaged into a cosy country pub. Standing in grounds on Main Street this restaurant pub is great for locals to walk to, while offering ample parking to those willing to make the journey as well as a direct route from Mansfield to The Little John’s front door on the 141 buses.
The interior offers all the beauty of a traditional British pub, a cosy open fire, big leather seating areas and private nooks to enjoy drinks and chat the night away. Away from the bar the setting delivers some opulence in the dining areas with velvet seating and mirrored tables along with many more fireplaces to enjoy throughout. In the day’s natural light graces the surroundings but at night the ambience is set with soft mood lighting throughout the whole pub.
There is a type of food for everyone’s taste at The Little John, the menu comprises British, Italian, American and Tex Mex options while maintaining the old pub favourites. If you were feeling indulgent you could enjoy a delicious fillet steak followed by a mouth-watering sea salt caramel and roasted almond cheesecake. If you’re just in the mood for a lighter bite why not sample one of the pasta dishes? If drinks are what you’re looking for, enjoy them alongside one of the tempting ‘grazers’.
Something else that sets this venue apart from the rest is the regular hosting of entertainment, from local favourite Campbell Bass singing some smooth soul to themed balls and other singers delivering Jazz, Swing and even Country.
The Little John is a unique local where you can enjoy an evening for almost any occasion, get dressed up and enjoy some delicious food while taking in the vibrant atmosphere or pop in for a drink or two in the relaxing bar.
The Little John Food Menu
Pizza
margherita
Mozzarella and tomato
- £7.95
hawaiian
Loaded with sliced ham and pineapple chunks
- £9.45
mediterranean
Olives, red onion, peppers, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese & rocket
- £10.95
pepperoni
- £9.45
vegetarian
Onions, peppers, mushrooms and sweetcorn
- £9.95
bbq chicken
BBQ sauce, mozzarella and chicken
- £10.45
cheesy garlic
Mozzarella and garlic
meat feast
Chorizo, bacon, steak strips and Cumberland sauce
- £14.50
Loaded Fries
cheese & bacon (gf)
- £4.45
maple & bacon (gf)
- £4.50
chilli jam & melted cheese (gf)
Topped with sour cream
- £4.45
hog fries (gf)
Pulled pork and melted cheese
- £6.45
cajun (gf)
Cajun spiced onions and peppers with cheese and topped with sour cream
- £5.45
Sides
breads, olives & oils (gf)
- £5.95
garlic ciabatta
- £3.50
olives (gf)
- £3.95
cheesy garlic ciabatta
- £3.80
onion rings
- £3.50
hand-cut chips (gf)
- £2.95
coleslaw (gf)
- £2.95
fries (gf)
- £2.95
side salad (gf)
- £3.00
sweet potato fries (gf)
- £3.50
vegetables (gf)
- £3.50
bread & butter (gf)
- £2.00
diane sauce (gf)
- £2.50
stilton sauce (gf)
- £2.50
peppercorn sauce (gf)
- £2.50
garlic butter (gf)
- £2.50
thyme & garlic sauce (gf)
- £2.50
bearnaise sauce (gf)
- £2.50
Baguettes, Wraps & Salads
Baguettes are served on brown or white | Add hand-cut chips or skinny fries for £1.95 or sweet potato fries for £2.50
pulled pork (gf)
Melted cheddar, peppers & sour cream
- £7.95
cajun chicken (gf)
Baby gem lettuce & sour cream
- £7.95
fillet steak strips (gf)
Fried onions
- £7.95
feta & roasted peppers (gf)
- £6.45
cod dog
Battered fish, mushy peas and tartare sauce
- £9.95
cheese & pickle
- £6.95
blt (gf)
Bacon, baby gem lettuce and beef tomato
- £7.25
tuna & slaw (gf)
- £6.45
The Little John Light Bites
- 1 Course £7.95
- 2 Course £11.95
Starters
Soup Of The Day
Crusty bread
Bread & Olives
Homemade dips
Salt & Pepper Squid
Homemade dips
jack daniels wings
Sweet chilli dip
feta cheese & olive salad
Olive salad
Scotch egg
Apple puree
Mains
sausage of the day
Creamy mash, veg and meaty gravy
salad of the day
hot roast baguette
Of the day
Pulled pork ciabatta
Melted cheddar, peppers and sour cream
cajun chicken wrap
Baby gem lettuce and sour cream
linguine carbonara
Creamy white wine sauce, parmesan, black pepper and fresh parsley
5oz rump steak
Hand-cut chips and salad
feta and & pepper salad
mini fish & chips
Garden or mushy peas
Add:
skinny fries
- £2.00
sweet potato fries
- £2.50
handcut chips
- £2.00
side salad
- £3.00
The Little Johns Kids Menu
Children's meals are for children aged 11 and under
Main Course
chicken nuggets
- £5.95
fish fingers
- £5.45
sausages
- £5.45
5oz gammon
- £5.95
5oz rump steak
- £7.25
pulled pork burger
- £6.45
beef burger
- £6.45
vegetarian sausages
- £5.45
breaded scampi
- £5.45
tomato pasta
- £5.25
With A Choice Of
handcut chips
fries
sweet potato fries
creamy mash
new potatoes
Add A Side
beans
peas
mushy peas
seasonal vegetables
salad
corn on the cob
garlic ciabatta
egg
pineapple
The Little John Sunday Lunch Menu
All meals above are served with creamy mash, roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, honey roasted parsni[s, stuffing, Yorkshire pudding & meaty gravy; unless otherwise stated
Starters
SOUP OF THE DAY
Crusty bread gf
- £5.25
Salt & Pepper Squid
Rocket & dips
- £5.75
Pigeon Breast
Blueberry puree, rocket & pickled shallots gf
- £6.95
Pate Board
Red onion chutney, truffle butter & toasted sour dough gf
- £5.95
Breaded Mozzarella Sticks
Chilli jam & rocket
- £6.75
Little John Wings
Bbq sauce & salad gf
- £6.95
Creamed Mushrooms toast
Parmesan & pea shoots gf
- £5.95
Chilli & Ginger Tiger prawns
Asian salad garnish gf
- £7.45
Sharing & Grazing
Antipasti
Selection of meats, confit garlic, brie, breads, oils & olives gf
- £13.45
CHEESE TO SHARE
Oven baked camembert infused with garlic served with cranberry & toast gf
- £9.95
Homemade Tortillas salsa
Melted cheese, sour cream & guacamole
- £8.95
Spiced Tortillas
Humus, feta & pomegranate seeds
- £10.95
Ploughmans
Pork pie, pickled onion, ham hock, scotch egg, cheddar, bread & butter
- £10.95
Little John Sharer
Bbq wings, garlic ciabatta, mozzarella sticks, salt & pepper squid & dips
- £13.50
Breads Oils & Olives gf
- £5.95
Mains
roast beef
gf
- £10.95
- Senior citizens £7.95
roast turkey
gf
- £9.95
- Senior citizens £7.45
roast pork
gf
- £10.45
- Senior citizens £7.95
vegetarian dinner
gf
- £6.95
- Senior citizens £5.95
Steak & ale pie or chicken and bacon pie
- £12.45
Sausage of the day or vegetarian sausage with vegetarian gravy
gf
- £9.95
fish of the day
gf
- £13.45
homemade lasagne
Hand-cut chips or garlic bread and salad
- £10.95
mediterranean linguine
Olives, cherry tomatoes, garlic, chillis
- £9.95
- Add king prawns £13.95
robin hood burger
8oz beef burger, baby gem, beef tomato, cheese, bacon, gherkin & mayo
- £12.95
maid marian burger
Flat cap mushroom, chargrilled halloumi, pesto, baby gem & beef tomato gf
- £10.95
the sheriff burger
Pulled pork in bbq sauce, melted cheese, peppers & onions, baby gem, beef tomato gf
- £13.45
salad of the day
gf
- £9.95
Sides
breads, olives & oils
gf
- £5.65
olives
gf
- £3.95
onion rings
- £3.50
coleslaw
gf
- £2.95
side salad
gf
- £3.00
vegetables
gf
- £3.50
garlic ciabatta
- £3.50
cheesy garlic ciabatta
- £3.80
hand-cut chips
gf
- £0.00
fries
gf
- £2.95
sweet potato fries
gf
- £3.50
bread & butter
gf
- £2.00
gravy
gf
- £0.70
roast potatoes
gf
- £2.95
honey roasted paranips
gf
- £2.95
The Little John Children's Sunday Lunch Menu
For all years and under
Starters
TORTILLA CHIPS
Topped with salsa & soured cream
- £3.95
SOUP OF THE DAY
Crusty bread gf
- £3.95
YORKSHIRE PUDDING
& warm jam
- £3.25
PATE BOARD
Red onion chutney, bread & truffle butter gf
- £4.50
GARLIC BREAD
- £3.50
GARLIC BREAD WITH CHEESE
- £3.80
Little John Wings BBQ sauce & salad gf
- £4.50
Mains
All dishes above are served with creamy mash, roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, honey roasted parsnips, stuffing, Yorkshire pudding & meaty gravy; unless otherwise stated.
roast beef
gf
- £5.95
roast turkey
gf
- £5.45
roast pork
gf
- £5.95
sausage or vegetarian sausage of the day with VEGETARIAN gravy
gf
- £5.65
chicken nuggets
Skinny fries & beans
- £5.65
breaded scampi
skinny fries & peas
- £5.95
veggie burger
Ciabatta roll, baby gem lettuce, beef tomato & skinny fries
- £5.75
robin hood burger
Beef burger, baby gem, beef tomato on a ciabatta roll & skinny fries
- £6.95
Children's Desserts
KIDS NOVELTY ICE CREAM
- £2.95
CARAMEL PROFITEROLES
Ice cream
- £3.95
STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING
Ice cream or custard
- £4.25
trio of ice creams
- £3.95
sundae of the day
- £4.45
cola or lemonade floater
Pepsi with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
- £3.45
warm chocolate BROWNIE
Ice cream
- £4.25
