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Food - The Lair Restaurant & Bar Leicester, Leicester, Leicestershire

The Lair Restaurant & Bar Leicester

4 (129)
£26 to £40
British
101 Welford Rd, Leicester, Leicestershire LE8 4FS

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The Lair Restaurant & Bar Leicester

4
£26 to £40
British
Leicester

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
You’ll love the dynamic, inventive, 120-cover Lair diner. The theatre-style kitchen and servery make this a busy, buzzing, interactive experience where you can see and sense and smell your food being prepared, in a way that heightens the anticipation and appetite. There’s something for everyone on the menu, including vegan-friendly options.

There’s an all-day menu as well as à la carte for lunch and dinner, and a full range of beers, wines, spirits and cocktails.

Breakfast: 6.30am to 10am Monday to Friday, 7.30-10.30am Saturday and Sunday
Daytime menu: 12am through to 5pm
Dinner: 5pm to 9.15pm (Last order)


Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Contemporary British, Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 17:00–21:15 Breakfast Mon–Fri 06:30–10:00 Sat, Sun 07:30–10:30 Bar Daily 11:30–23:30 Lunch Daily 12:00–17:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Lair Restaurant & Bar Leicester.

4

4.0
(129)
  • 4.0Food
  • 4.0Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.6Value

Noise • Energetic

129 Reviews
  1. Megan

    Brighton2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 14 September 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was good - good options. Service was hit and miss - when I went to state we had a reservation the waiter just kept asking “how long, how long” (meaning how long was my booking for) I said I didn’t know but gave the details of my booking. A waitress greeted us at our table who explained every single thing on the menu - which was not needed, a run down of the specials would have been sufficient. We ate and the waitress started clearing empty plate WHILE other people within my party were eating. I said “people are still eating” and she just said “I’ll clear these”. This is simple service etiquette - do not clear whilst people are still eating. Furthermore, after our meal we went to “pay”. We each had company food credit but it took the waitress over 10 minutes to allow us to each sign our receipt. Service could be more efficient and professional. Food was good.

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  2. Roberta

    Kent10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mo and his team were amazing! There were 7 of us for an early dinner, including a 3 and 5 year old. Nothing was too much bother for these guys. Menu explained in full, recommendations made. Everyone's food was excellant. It's a long time since I received service of that standard. A fuss was made.of our grandson as it was his birthday. Little chocolate cake with a candle was organised, a lovely finishing touch. Perfect evening, thank you all. Dont change a thing!

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  3. Neil

    London20 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 31 May 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Was a bit disappointing on the drinks front. The bar ran out of Pale Ale and had to wait for it to be changed. Then there was no Chardonnay or Chenin blanc wine which quite surprising for an establishment like this. Food was okay but service friendly as ever

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  4. Sarah

    Cumbria1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 9 May 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was fine but service is poor- not enough staff on for a match day and this isn’t the first time.

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  5. Linsey

    Newcastle and Northumberland1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 9 May 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was mediocre. The fish was over cooked and dry. The pizza was ok, the burger was nothing special. The table was sticky and the drinks menu was greasy with salt stuck to it. The service was good. Toilets clean and tidy and nicely decorated. Probably wouldn’t book again.

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  6. George

    Leicestershire6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great way to start the Derby Day match, always outstanding food quick, never a problem. Super friendly staff and so welcoming. It is like a home from home, so looking forward to next time.

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  7. Neil

    London20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 18 April 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Friendly welcoming staff and food and drink was served quickly and efficiently

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  8. Dale

    Leicestershire1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 18 April 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall OK. The wait to receive drinks after ordering is consistently ridiculous

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  9. George

    Leicestershire6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great way to start match day at the Tigers always such a pleasure to visit.

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  10. Philip

    Hong Kong Island1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 15 March 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The menu had been reduced. The food quality on worse after previous visit. Really disappointed with service and quality

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Contemporary British, Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 17:00–21:15 Breakfast Mon–Fri 06:30–10:00 Sat, Sun 07:30–10:30 Bar Daily 11:30–23:30 Lunch Daily 12:00–17:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual

FAQs

Yes, guests report bringing young children and staff going out of their way to help, including looking after a 3- and 5-year-old and organising a small birthday cake.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished clothing rather than formalwear.

The Lair is at its liveliest on Leicester Tigers match days, many guests praise it as the ideal pre-game spot and for quick, efficient meals before kick-off.

The Lair feels buzzy and interactive, its theatre-style kitchen and servery let you watch food being prepared, and guests praise its bistro-style, Leicester Tigers–themed decor and friendly service.

Portions are regularly described as ample, guests specifically praise "Good food, ample portions" and note dishes coming with "plenty of fries."

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A photo of The Lair Restaurant & Bar Leicester restaurant

The Lair Restaurant & Bar Leicester

4
£26 to £40
British
Leicester

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
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