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The Saracen's Head

4.4 (144)
£25 and under
British
Main St, Little Brington, Northampton, Northamptonshire NN7 4HS

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The Saracen's Head

4.4
£25 and under
British
Little Brington

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2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Indulge in a delectable array of seasonal, locally sourced dishes and traditional pub classics at our restaurant. Our dedicated team ensures your needs are met with care and flexibility. The bar exudes a smart yet down-to-earth vibe, ideal for drinks and casual dining with loved ones, welcoming well-behaved dogs. Families will appreciate our child-friendly offerings, including special menus and entertainment. Step into our outdoor oasis, complete with rattan furniture and picnic benches, perfect for al fresco dining and drinks on sunny days or summer evenings.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–21:00 Food service times Mon–Thu 12:00–20:15 Fri, Sat 12:00–20:45 Sun 12:00–18:00
  • Phone number
    01604 214965
  • Website
    https://thesaracensatbrington.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress

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Reviews

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4.4

4.4
(144)
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Warwickshire

    Good for business meals

  • Warwickshire

    Kid-friendly

  • Warwickshire

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Saracen's Head is a picturesque pub with a "friendly atmosphere" and "excellent food". Guests rave about the "delicious" Sunday roasts, "great selection" of beers, and "exceptional service". While some dishes occasionally fall short, the staff's professionalism shines. Perfect for those seeking a cozy, traditional dining experience.
144 Reviews

  1. Colin

    Warwickshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We ate in the bar and it was very quiet for a Saturday night but it was lovely. The service was prompt and the waiting staff were very good at explaining the menu. The food was delicious and served beautifully. Will definitely be back.

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  2. lee

    Warwickshire1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 11 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Sunday lunch was very well presented and cooked and was delicious.It also came within 5 minutes of ordering which was nice. The atmosphere in the pub was really friendly, lots of dogs ,which I love. Will be back very soon and would highly recommend.

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  3. Iain

    Warwickshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 10 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our second visit. We travel from York every two to three months to watch Northampton Saints and stumbled upon this place by accident after we decided to alter our route due to a traffic jam on the M1 in May....glad we did as we would not have found this gem! It's a traditional, clean and welcoming pub. Great selection of cask and keg beers, ciders and lagers - especially the Timmy Taylors appealing to this northern palate,?!?! The staff are welcoming, helpful and professional and our food yet again, fresh tasty and competitively priced, all in all excellent! See you guys again soon!

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  4. Alex

    Birmingham/West Midlands (county)1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 4 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The pub and building are very picturesque and after it being a sunny day we decided to sit outside rather than in the restaurant. We arrived at 3:30 which i think may be the reason for my 3 star rating. The place was very busy and most likely towards the end of its sunday service which I think is the reason for the flat food. We ordered the beef and chicken roast. Both meats were tasty and the yorkshires very soft and delicate. The gravy/jus was just right and the red cabbage perfectly hit the spot. Unfortunately the remainder of the veg was very dry, both the carrots and tenderstem had been sitting in a oven far too long and roast potatoes were rock solid. The cauliflower cheese was the biggest disappointment looking delicious but being far too cold by the time it reached us. We also were served all of our food before cutlery arrived and either the rush or the outdoor seating meant we did not get too see any further staff so none of this feedback could have been received. You can tell that there is a lot of pride that goes into the food based on presentation and quality of produce but that was definitely lacking with our meals.

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  5. Terry

    Yorkshire4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 13 September 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Not a good meal, roast potatoes and Yorkshire over cooked and hard, pork loin not roasted, more like done in the microwave. Won’t be returning.

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  6. Paula

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 6 September 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Lovely pub and good service as always. However, roast dinner was not as good as usual. Beef lovely but not much of it. Roast potatoes were tough - and only 2 on each plate. Vegetables were nice but had to ask for more as wasn't enough for us all. First time I have had a meal here that wasn't excellent so won't put me off but not up to their usual excellent standards.

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  7. Sheila

    Glasgow/Lanarkshire4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 1 September 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Very slow service especially when their was only 2 tables of two before us in a very very quiet restaurant. The burgers were nice and the fish was more batter than fish. The chips were not good. Very hard and looked reheated from a chip shop. The pie was unavailable making the lunch choice very small.

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  8. Andrew

    Warwickshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 30 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I don’t generally write reviews, but after reflecting on this meal, I felt I had to share my experience as I was genuinely very disappointed. Unfortunately, the meal was extremely underwhelming. I was served one carrot, three tiny potatoes that were hard as stones, a few flecks of cabbage and a piece of pork with a thick layer of white fat and, sadly, no crackling. Everything was covered in a wine gravy, which was so dominant that it completely overwhelmed any other flavours. The staff were lovely and friendly, which is why I didn’t want to complain at the time, but nearly 24 hours later I’m still thinking about how disappointing the meal was. For the price and the expectations I had, I simply expected much more. It’s a shame because the service was good, but unfortunately the food just didn’t come close to matching it.

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  9. Karon

    Northampton/Northamptonshire3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 30 August 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great Sunday lunch and service would highly recommend.. let down by dessert this time rice not cooked enough and hard could not eat 3 desserts.. gave feedback when paying but no deductions made to the bill, which was the reason I did not score a 5* as this would of been the least I would of expected.. otherwise it was a great Sunday lunch K

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  10. Andrew

    Leicestershire1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 16 August 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Birthday meal for my dad. Been before a while ago and was very good. Food was not good this time. Sunday lunch £25 so you should expect a certain quality but Yorkshire puddings were burnt and all five plates were the same. Literally black in colour. Pointed out immediately but server seemed unconcerned and no further follow up. We had three small pieces of cauliflower in a bowl for 5 people. This was hard and also burnt again. To be honest it was all disappointing potatoes were hard and unpleasant. Amazed the chef allowed this to leave the kitchen. Raised again when plates collected and when paying bill. No discount offered just apology. £157 expensive for bad meal. Given a 25 percent voucher when we go again by manager. No thanks

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–21:00 Food service times Mon–Thu 12:00–20:15 Fri, Sat 12:00–20:45 Sun 12:00–18:00
  • Phone number
    01604 214965
  • Website
    https://thesaracensatbrington.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress

FAQs

Come hungry, guests frequently describe the Sunday roasts and main meals as generous, with several reviews noting plentiful, satisfying portions.

Yes, The Saracen's Head is often chosen for special evenings: guests report anniversary visits and praise its cosy, warm atmosphere and attentive service.

Casual dress, comfortable, informal clothing is entirely appropriate for a visit to The Saracen's Head.

Yes, The Saracen’s Head is family-friendly, with special children's menus and entertainment noted by the owner, and guests regularly describe visiting with toddlers and kids' dishes on offer.

Yes, The Saracen's Head says its dedicated team will meet guests' needs with care and flexibility, and reviewers note staff helping with event planning and accommodating off‑menu requests.

For a classic visit, go for Sunday lunch at The Saracen’s Head, reviewers repeatedly praise the Sunday roast and the lively, convivial atmosphere it brings.

Yes, the Saracen’s Head welcomes well-behaved dogs, with guests describing dogs in the bar and staff providing water bowls for visiting pups.

The Saracen's Head feels like a cosy, historic village pub, warm and convivial, with a smart-yet-down-to-earth bar, a welcoming interior and cosy corners (and a fire on colder days).

Yes, The Saracen's Head offers an outdoor oasis with rattan furniture and picnic benches, a pleasant spot for al fresco dining and drinks on sunny days or summer evenings.

Yes, The Saracen's Head welcomes well‑behaved dogs, and guests mention dog‑friendly service including staff providing a water bowl for a pup.

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The Saracen's Head

4.4
£25 and under
British
Little Brington

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today
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