William Foster
1297 Reviews
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- Friday10 AM–9 PM
- Saturday10 AM–9 PM
- Sunday11 AM–9 PM
- Monday10 AM–9 PM
- Tuesday10 AM–9 PM
- Wednesday10 AM–9 PM
- Thursday10 AM–9 PM
About the Business
The William Foster Pub in Lincoln | Pub & Restaurant | Welcome to The William Foster, a fantastic local pub in Lincoln! Book a table at our restaurant and enjoy some proper pub food and drink near you.
Contacts
Call Us
+441522527240
Guildhall St, Lincoln LN1 1TT
Hours
- Friday10 AM–9 PM
- Saturday10 AM–9 PM
- Sunday11 AM–9 PM
- Monday10 AM–9 PM
- Tuesday10 AM–9 PM
- Wednesday10 AM–9 PM
- Thursday10 AM–9 PM
Features
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Dine-in
- Takeaway
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Spirits
- Wine
- Seating
- Toilets
- Groups
- Accepts reservations
- Casual
- Outdoor seating
- Great cocktails
- Food
- Food at bar
- Live performances
- Sport
- Bar games
Recommended Reviews
shane osborne
19.03.2024
William Foster
Really poor experience, we booked a table and ended up being told it wasn't available whe we got there. We then had to settle for tables right next to the pool tables. All of which where high tables, so one of the couples who were with us had to nurse their 9 month old baby. The bar staff were lovely which was the only positive. The manager when we complained kept saying there was nothing he could do. Although the food we ordered wasn't overly expensive it was not the best, the meat on the mixed grills steak was over cooked amd the chicken breast tasted like frozen chicken. Really not impressed as the reviews were very good.
kayleigh maguire
25.02.2024
William Foster
Amazing staff especially Amy Aaron and Shelley always friendly and greet you with a smile. Great pub with fab prices. Many thanks as always.
Amy Askew
02.02.2024
William Foster
Love this little pub. Has your local pub feel but with a city centre location. Food is always nice & the staff are always friendly & make you feel welcome.
Nathanael York
28.01.2024
William Foster
I was served an impeccable pint of Guinness by a lovely cheeky chap, Owen. The facilities are more than adequate, as I enjoyed a few rounds of pool and darts. Would recommend to anyone passing through the area!!
Dave M
27.01.2024
William Foster
We decided since William Foster was in a side road off the High St, that it'd make a good place to stop for lunch whilst on a Christmas shopping trip in Lincoln. It's a large pub split into 2 main areas, with a really good choice of beers & meals, and plenty of space between tables. The staff were pleasant & helpful, just as well, as unfortunately we were informed that the hand battered cod & chips we ordered had run out, so had to sort out changing the order. In the end we ordered: Double BBQ Chicken topped with Bacon & Cheese (Hunter's Chicken), Double Burger the 'Bacon Classic', and I had the Mixed Grill. We all had drinks, and the bill came to just under £33, which considering what a less enjoyable meal in McD's or BK would cost, is great value. Food arrived within about 10-15 minutes, and was not only nicely presented (see my pictures), but well cooked too, especially my medium rare steak, perfect!The only real disappointment was the grilled tomato, seared, but not cooked. I wasn't expecting a £9.99 Mixed Grill to be as good as this, but a good selection, decent quality and very tasty. The other 2 meals got a big thumbs up too, so all good, and left us ready to hit the shops again.As for the pub, I'd imagine it does get very busy judging by how many TV's were around for the sports, and the pool tables, but a pleasant, not rowdy pub experience.
Thomas Jones
06.01.2024
William Foster
A great sports bar with loads of TVs. Plenty of seating, food looked good but didn't actually have any. Not a massive choice of real ale and the one I wanted had just gone off, so had a cider. Beer prices very competitive. Generally a good boozer especially if you like your sports.
Malcom Clarke
02.01.2024
William Foster
What a shame, our second time eating here and definitely the last, misarable staff, sticky tables and the food was awful.Ordered 2 jacket potatoes which were tiny, hardly any fillings which made them extremely dry, had a drink of coke with each which were like having shotsPlease be aware that although price isn't bad the food is shockingly bad
Bryan Proctor
24.12.2023
William Foster
As usual, despite the party being made up of over 40 people the level of service was excellent. A good atmosphere with a decent range of beers. Thanks to everyone for making us welcome.
Marcus Hull
23.12.2023
William Foster
I went with some friends for a few drinks. They had a well stocked bar, at reasonable prices, and a pool table. Only let down by the terrible gents toilets. I can't comment on the food as we only had drinks.
Chloe Osborne
21.12.2023
William Foster
I don't typically like to leave bad reviews as I understand the impact it can have on a business, but I feel so strongly about this situation that I feel it is necessary.I visited The William Foster in Lincoln and had the most awful experience. The manager in that pub is awful for trying to accommodate simple requests. The organisation within this company is atrocious, and I have still yet to hear back from them regarding my complaint. I had emailed the pub and asked for my complaint to be passed to higher management (since the person I had a bad experience with was the responsible manager at the time) and I had a reply from said person. Granted, he apologised, but the issues on the day were just not dealt with efficiently.In short, I had booked a table for our family (13 people) on a Saturday afternoon. I had messaged prior to ask for a baby high chair as we, of course, had a baby with us. When we arrived, we were told by the manager that we were going to be seated on high stools. I explained that I had requested a high chair for a baby and hence that would not be appropriate. He then said 'well that's where you're sat'. I spoke to him separately after he'd accused us of not communicating that we needed a high chair, and so I proved that I had by showing him evidence. He still didn't accommodate.We ended up sat in the sports area, with a leaking roof, not enough stools (which we did get in the end, just planted in the middle of the floor) and a mother having to stand up to feed her baby on her dad's knee. They couldn't even cook a medium-rare steak right and they were all overdone. Appalling.I will never, ever be returning, nor will I ever recommend to anyone.
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Guildhall St, Lincoln LN1 1TT
William Foster