Pubs in Milton Keynes
Pubs across Milton Keynes and its surrounding towns serve drinks, food and provide spaces for events, sport screenings and community gatherings. This page lists pubs in areas including Bletchley, Wolverton, Stony Stratford, Newport Pagnell, Woburn Sands and Olney, with contact details, opening hours, reviews and a short summary of what customers say. Use it to compare venues before you visit or book.
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Popular ★ 4.5 (1,012)
The Plough
📍 151 Simpson Rd, Milton Keynes Dine-inDog-friendlyFree parking
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What customers say review highlights
- Good food and generous portions
- Friendly, helpful staff
- Cosy atmosphere
- Caters for dietary needs
- Warm interior without air conditioning
- Exterior looks a little tired
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Popular ★ 4.5 (1,996)
Warbler on the Wharf
📍 Campbell Wharf Marina, Frobisher Gate, Milton Keynes CocktailsDine-inDog-friendly
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What customers say review highlights
- Good food
- Friendly, helpful staff
- Welcoming waterside atmosphere
- Good for groups and events
- Occasional wrong or forgotten orders
- A little hard to find
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★ 4.4 (1,797)
Old Beams
📍 Old Beams, 93 Osier Ln, Paxton Cres, Milton Keynes Dine-inDog-friendlyFree parking
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What customers say review highlights
- Well-cooked, fresh food
- Good McMullen ales
- Friendly named servers
- Air-conditioned with a garden
- Slow service at times
- Items unavailable on the menu
- Lacks atmosphere for some
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★ 4.3 (707)
Kensington
📍 Kensington Dr, Milton Keynes Dine-inDog-friendlyFree parking
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What customers say review highlights
- Friendly, attentive bar staff
- Good value small plates
- Good atmosphere
- Well-cooked fish and wings
- Long waits for food
- Occasional dishes or items unavailable
- Reports of overcooked roasts
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★ 4.2 (448)
Eager Poet
📍 2 Tower Dr, Milton Keynes Dine-inDog-friendlyFree parking
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What customers say review highlights
- Good, hot food
- Friendly, attentive staff named
- Good value
- Relaxed, welcoming atmosphere
- One reviewer found it closed despite listed hours
- Food occasionally slower than expected
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★ 4.2 (5,014)
Furzton Lake
📍 Shirwell Cres, Milton Keynes Dine-inDog-friendlyFree parking
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What customers say review highlights
- Friendly, attentive staff
- Pleasant lakeside setting
- Recent refurbishment
- Quick app ordering
- No traditional bar service, ordering via app or queue
- Food described by some as nothing special
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★ 4.1 (546)
Burnt Oak
📍 Milton Keynes Dine-inDog-friendlyFree parking
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What customers say review highlights
- Welcoming, lively atmosphere
- Friendly staff
- Good pints
- Function room available
- Sticky tables and floors
- Cigarette smoke smell
- Basic food
- Can be too loud
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★ 4.1 (595)
Clocktower
📍 White Horse Dr, Milton Keynes Dine-inDog-friendlyFree parking
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What customers say review highlights
- Good, well-cooked food
- Polite, friendly staff
- Great atmosphere
- Dog friendly and recently refitted
- Occasional long waits for food
- Tables can be unavailable on busy match days
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★ 4.1 (1,826)
The Giffard Park
📍 Broadway Ave, Milton Keynes CocktailsDeliveryDine-in
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What customers say review highlights
- Good value food
- Friendly, efficient staff
- Great atmosphere
- App ordering available
- Occasional slow or mistimed app orders
- Reported lukewarm kids meal on one visit
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★ 4 (533)
Slug & Lettuce Theatre District Milton Keynes
📍 1, Milton Keynes Free Wi-FiLive musicOutdoor seating
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What customers say review highlights
- Good food and wide drink selection
- Friendly, helpful staff
- Affordable cocktails
- 50% off food on Mondays
- Noise when multiple events are hosted
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Popular ★ 4.5 (1,195)
Blossom Room
📍 The Hub, 4 Mortimer Square, Milton Keynes CocktailsDeliveryDine-in
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What customers say review highlights
- Excellent, attentive service
- Beautiful decor and ceiling
- Great cocktails and atmosphere
- Lovely food
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★ 4.4 (1,538)
The Nut And Squirrel
📍 1 Barnsdale Dr, Milton Keynes DeliveryDine-inDog-friendly
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What customers say review highlights
- Friendly, helpful staff
- Tasty pub food
- Good value, including lunch menu
- Welcoming atmosphere
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Popular ★ 4.5 (959)
Midsummer Tap Milton Keynes
📍 1 Savoy Cres, Milton Keynes CocktailsDine-inLive music
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What customers say review highlights
- good food and value brunch
- attentive friendly staff
- good atmosphere
- table booking issue reported
- QR ordering and stock issues
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★ 4.3 (437)
Halley’s Comet
📍 101 Bradwell Rd, Milton Keynes DeliveryDine-inDog-friendly
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What customers say review highlights
- Friendly, attentive staff
- Good value food
- Drinks cheaper than average for MK
- Welcoming atmosphere for groups and families
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Popular ★ 4.5 (200)
The Prince Albert
📍 11-17 Vicarage Rd, Milton Keynes Dine-inDog-friendlyFree parking
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What customers say review highlights
- Great atmosphere
- Good food and portions
- Thoughtful drink selection
- Friendly staff and event catering
- Some rude bar staff reported
- Can get loud
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Popular ★ 4.7 (184)
Lion & Sun Tavern
📍 17 Twizel Cl, Milton Keynes Dine-inDog-friendlyFree parking
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What customers say review highlights
- Tasty craft beer
- Good pizza
- Friendly, attentive staff
- Varied live music and events
- No air conditioning
- Drinks seen as pricey
- Largely vegetarian menu
- Quiet atmosphere when empty
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★ 4.1 (215)
The Blacksmiths Arms
📍 1 Downs Barn Blvd, Milton Keynes Dog-friendlyFree parkingFree Wi-Fi
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What customers say review highlights
- Friendly, welcoming atmosphere
- Good for drinks and games
- Good music and DJ
- East African kitchen on Sundays
- Inconsistent food, including disappointing pizza
- Noisy inside
- Some negative staff interactions reported
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Popular ★ 4.8 (143)
The Residence Bar & Kitchen
📍 2 Rillaton Walk, Milton Keynes CocktailsDine-inDog-friendly
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What customers say review highlights
- Attentive, friendly staff
- Good food and cocktails
- Lively atmosphere
- Popular for celebrations and brunch
- Can get very busy
What to check before choosing a pub in Milton Keynes
Every pub selling alcohol must hold a premises licence issued by the local licensing authority, in this case Milton Keynes City Council, under the Licensing Act 2003, and this sets the permitted hours for alcohol, food and entertainment. If food is served, the venue should display a Food Hygiene Rating from the Food Standards Agency, scored from 0 to 5, which you can check on the FSA website. It is also worth confirming a pub's opening hours, whether it takes bookings and whether kitchen times differ from bar times, particularly for Sunday roasts or larger groups.
Real ales, food and local context
Many pubs in the area feature in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide or take part in local beer festivals, which can be a useful signal of cask ale quality and turnover. Historic market towns such as Stony Stratford, Olney and Newport Pagnell retain a good number of traditional and coaching inns, while central Milton Keynes and Bletchley offer a mix of managed houses, sports bars and gastro-style venues. If accessibility, parking or step-free access matters to you, contact the pub directly, as facilities vary widely between older buildings and newer sites.
Do Milton Keynes pubs serve food all day?
Kitchen hours vary by venue and are often shorter than bar hours, with many pubs serving food in set lunch and evening sittings rather than continuously. Sunday roasts in particular can sell out, so it is best to check the individual listing or call ahead to confirm serving times and whether a table can be reserved.
How can I check a pub's hygiene standards?
Pubs that serve food are inspected by the local authority and given a Food Hygiene Rating by the Food Standards Agency, from 0 to 5. You can search any venue by name on the FSA website, and many pubs also display their rating sticker near the entrance.