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The Red Lion restaurant reviews




Average rating: 4.5
An excellent lunch at the Red Lion on January 12th
A warm welcome and a very good selection of dishes on the menu.
There are a good range of beers available and the wine list represents good value too
We enjoyed 2 first courses of soup and a game terrine followed by stone bass and roast sirloin of beef then a delightful chocolate and coffee mille feuille between us.
The staff were very efficient and friendly always with a smile.
The team here have got everything absolutely right.
Well done everyone we will be back




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The Red Lion guide awards history
| Date | Guide | Old Award | New Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 2025 | AA Guide | ![]() |
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| March 2024 | AA Guide | No Rosettes | ![]() |
| May 2023 | AA Guide | Added to Guide | No Rosettes |
| March 2023 | Michelin Guide | Added to Guide | ![]() |
The Red Lion FAQs
No, The Red Lion is listed in the Michelin Guide but currently holds a standard Michelin Guide listing, which was awarded in March 2023.
The Red Lion currently holds 2 AA Rosettes, which were awarded in June 2025. Before the AA Guide update of June 2025, The Red Lion held 1 AA Rosette.
The Red Lion, Church Place, Freshwater, PO40 9BP.
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The nearest train station to The Red Lion is Lymington Pier, approximately 5.15 miles away (as the crow flies).
Our most recent description of the cuisine type served at The Red Lion is Traditional British.
No, according to our records The Red Lion does not currently serve afternoon tea.
Our last recorded head chef at The Red Lion is Sean Jeffers.


