Bob's Smithy Inn

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Why is Bob's Smithy Inn good for fans?

Bob's Smithy Inn is a family-run country pub situated on the edge of Bolton, offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere for visitors. The pub serves a variety of home-cooked dishes, including hearty pub classics, pastas, burgers, and a traditional Sunday lunch. The menu emphasizes locally sourced ingredients, and the kitchen is open from Wednesday to Sunday, with Sunday lunch served until 6:30 pm. The pub also offers a selection of four cask ales, continental lagers, wines, and spirits, with regular guest beers from small independent breweries. The establishment has been recognized with awards such as the 'Tripadvisor Travellers Choice Award' and was a finalist for The Food Awards England 'Gastro Pub of the Year North' in 2022 and 2023. The pub's location near Rivington and the Smithills Estate makes it a popular spot for walkers and those seeking scenic views. Additionally, the large outdoor beer garden provides a comfortable setting for patrons to relax and enjoy their meals and drinks.

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Recent Reviews

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Damien Walsh★★★★

2 months ago

This is a 4.5 star review. Brilliant pub & restaurant. The Bob's Smithy Inn is situated on yhe edge of the west pennine moors in Bolton. It has limited parking and an outdoor seating terrace af the rear. The building is around 200 years old and is a beautiful stone building with modern and traditional decor. The food, drinks and service are all fantastic. What are you waiting for? Prawn starter and the plate steak pie are recommended.

Zoe Money★★★★★

a month ago

Whether just calling for a drink or having a sit down meal it’s always a lovely experience!

Ray Williams★★★★

a year ago

Really kind and helpful staff and a great, superb value for money Sunday roast. The fact you can take the dog after walking around Walker Fold is a massive plus point. Only one negative was the roast potatoes need to be improved. 3 times I have had a roast here and every time they were hard, dry and almost inedible. Everything else on the roast was perfect though and the beef and pork was to die for. Definitely worth a visit, I just hope the roasties improve :)

Nilvanta Kerai★★★★

11 months ago

Veg pie and mash was okay. Mash was a bit bland with extra charge for gravy. Desserts were good and seemed to be freshly made. We felt a bit rushed even though we'd been given a time slot, but then moved to another table

Neil Ogden★★★★

a year ago

Stopped by following a nearby walk and found the staff to be very accommodating. The portions were good and the food tasted great. Very reasonably priced too.

Gar B★★★★★

10 months ago

Great pub/restaurant with great choice of beers and lovely food. Proper cooked food, none of the usual frozen rubbish some places churn out! Pet friendly area, too, for dining or just calling in for a pint or two!

Nicola Henry★★★★★

5 months ago

8 of us went for food last night. The food was absolutely amazing! I got the chicken dish and omg! The best food I have ever tasted! Compliments to the chef! My friend didn’t eat much of her fish pie, not because she didn’t like it but she’s on the weight injections, after the waitress had taken all our empty plates she came back to the table collecting more plates and said the chef had asked if there was any problem with the fish pie. We all thought this was really good as the chef is taking an interest on people enjoying the food! Loved that! Waitress was also a little star. No one ever went without drinks and no problems with the food order. All very fresh. I never have 3 courses on a meal and was full to the brim after main meal but we all enjoyed the food that much that we just had to try the deserts too! So we shared a few. Atmosphere nice and chilled. And not too pricey. Would highly recommend and will be returning. Thank-you to all your staff for a pleasant evening.

wendy speight★★★★★

4 months ago

For a quick bite to eat or a romantic date, you really cannot go wrong here. The service is second to none, the food is great and the atmosphere is always convivial. We were enjoying "date night" for my birthday, suited n booted, sat next to a table of walkers in boots n fleeces, and it really doesn't matter. Just go, try it for yourself. It won't be a one off!