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The Golden Lion

The Square, Magor NP26 3HY, Wales
0044 01633 880312
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Ranked #1 of 3 restaurants in Magor
4.5 of 5 stars 9 Reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

My friend and I often visit the Golden Lion on a Saturday afternoon for a glass of wine and a natter. It is a village pub after all. However when we visted for the first time since the refurbishment and asked for a galss of Merlot, this was not available. Cabernet then? No. Only Chianti which I am not partial... More

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Bristol
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

There's always a roaring fire going in this gorgeous little pub. I've only ever eaten there for lunch but can testify to the delicious soups and bread, cheese on toast and sandwiches. Big glasses of wine, a comfy chair, and some comfort food? Bliss! More

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Chepstow, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
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I've lived in this area for the past 15 years, and the Golden Lion has always been the heart of the village. Right in the centre of the picturesque village of Magor (often used for period films) the Golden Lion sits in the square. Taken over by new owners mid-April, it was closed for repairs. The new owners completely updated... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012
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Oh dear! We chose to eat in The Golden Lion partly based on the reviews we'd read before but our experience was nothing like anything we'd read. The food was poorly cooked and tasted as though the regular chef had fallen ill and the Work Experience lad had stepped in for the night. Most disappointing - we won't be going... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012

Visited with family and friends after watching rugby in Cariff and found this by accident. What a find - perfect location in the square in Magor. Bar and separate restaurant with great atmosphere and very comfortable. Food outstanding - top marks for Fish Pie, Lamb cooked in white wine and lemon and the pork belly. Super friendly staff and excellent... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2012

We recently ate here after an overnight stay at nearby hotel. The pub has a beautiful setting inside. We ate as a family of three and the food and service were second to none. I had the best fish pie ever, and I've eaten plenty! Would definately recommend More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012
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I ate here just before Christmas and will certainly be going back throughout 2012. The food is excellent as is the atmosphere. A proper log fire sparked away in the traditional style bar as we were shown to our tables in the Restaurant. It was quite a mild late afternoon or we would have asked to sit nearer the fire!... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 October 2011
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 September 2011
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