About This Pub
Ah, The Grill Father in Rugby is one of those places that just warms your cockles with its authentic Romanian offerings – think hearty mixed grills and big, flavoursome portions that leave you properly satisfied. It's got that cosy, relaxed feel that's perfect for catching up with mates over a cold drink or some homemade wine, and the staff are dead friendly, always ready with a smile. What I love is how it brings a bit of diversity to the local scene, making it a go-to for something different from the usual pub fare. On the flip side, though, service can drag a bit, so if you're in a rush, it might not be ideal, and the space can feel a wee bit tight when it's lively, which might put some off. All in all, it's a solid choice for a laid-back meal, as long as you go in with realistic expectations – the good bits definitely outweigh the niggles!
Pros and Cons
Pros
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The food is absolutely delicious, with generous portions of Romanian dishes that really hit the spot
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Warm and inviting atmosphere that makes you feel right at home
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Friendly staff who are always up for a chat and make the visit more enjoyable
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Great variety of options, including tasty drinks like homemade wine, perfect for a relaxed evening
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They've got a nice party room for special occasions, which is brilliant for celebrations
Cons
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Service can be a bit slow, so you might end up waiting longer than expected for your order
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The layout feels a tad cramped, leading to a bit of bumping around when it's busy
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Some dishes, like the chicken wings, don't always come out as crispy as you'd hope
Contact Information
233 Lawford Rd, Rugby CV21 2JG
+447909002149
Restaurant
Closed
Opening Hours
| Monday | 11:00 - 23:00 |
| Tuesday | 11:00 - 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00 - 23:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00 - 23:00 |
| Friday | 11:00 - 23:00 |
| Saturday (Today) | 11:00 - 00:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00 - 23:00 |
Recent Reviews
Not a bad place to eat some traditional Romanian food.
Although I went for some fried chicken wings with cips as I had a few beers my friends did say their soup and meat was delicious.
The only think I did not like it was the chicken wings were kind of dry-not crispy, looks like they were just warmed up in microwave a few times and been in the kitchen for a while.
Points up for serving their homemade bread 🥖.
It’s been good taste. Good points to staff as then I went and asked for some pickles they have brought it.
An advice guys. The sauce pot u serving it’s kind of too small, definitely need to get some bigger pots.
And if you want an idea how does look a tasty fried crispy bbq chicken wings have a look in Weatherspoons in town.
They are making some amazing stuff there.
Absolutely loved the experience here! The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared and packed with taste. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, with a great vibe that made it easy to relax and enjoy. Friendly staff, great music, and an overall welcoming energy—definitely a place I'd come back to. Highly recommend!
The Grill Father in Rugby is awesome! The food’s super tasty, portions are big, and the vibes are really chill. The mixed grill is a must-try, and the staff are always friendly. Great place to hang out and enjoy some proper Romanian food. I recommend 💯
The restaurant amazing with everything, food portion is very big, very delicious, service excellent, very clean, I drunk a hommade vine was very tasty, I highly recommend for everyone who just want a nice lunch or dinner, anyway they have a nice party room ,for wedding or birthday etc. I highly recommend this restaurant, just try it ,you will be happy with them ! 😊
Good food to share with friends and a nice change from all other options in the area, bringing a bit of diversity. Loved the lemonade too.
Service is not very good, takes a while to take the orders. The layout of the restaurant makes for tight spaces which means people bumping into customers when moving through the tables.
Music played in the background was not my style (but each to their own) however, I felt the volume level was taking away from the conversation. As it is a rather cosy place and rather popular, it makes for a difficult conversation.
Great parking space and a nice little beer garden at the back which must be lovely at the right time of the year.
All in all, good potential and I hope they continue to improve and get loads of customers.
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