The Malt in South Derbyshire

Delightful friendly staff and atmosphere. We were made welcome with our Golden Retriever Bertie. Good ale and honest food, good selection on the specials board. Recommended for a good night.

Set in a back lane of Aston on Trent, is this lovely pub and restaurant. Dogs are made very welcome, the garden is compact with covered seating. Staff are incredibly helpful and welcoming. We went on a Sunday afternoon, for a quick drink and the food looked really appetising .

We were lucky to get a table with it being Mothers Day but the set menu did not disappoint! Chicken liver pate to start, followed by roast rolled leg of lamb. So full couldn’t manage a desert. Well worth the money. Will definitely go back.

I clearly went at the wrong time after reading the other reviews. My experience wasn't great. It was very quiet with no atmosphere, served by a lady dressed in a tracksuit and trainers so didn't look the part at all. A man stood at bar smoking/vaping which was unacceptable. The food was average, chicken burger was very greasy served on a bun with a small piece of lettuce but no tomato or other salad like coleslaw, onion, cucumber etc. Asked if we wanted pudding but when we said no they couldn't wait to get rid of us. Bill arrived and they came twice for the money. A disappointing experience and not somewhere that I will be returning to, which considering it is local its a shame.

Lovely pub Lovely people lots of beers on tap and very good food

A very pleasant village pub that serves real food. Very helpful and charming staff. Food portions were just right for an evening out. Cannot wait to try Sunday lunch.

Very friendly. No trouble with the dog. Local posh atmosphere. Good food. The steak sandwich is a must. The fish & chip has a very food size. Will be back.

Had a lovely meal at The Malt this evening - food is amazing and the onion rings are HUGE! 🍽😋

A brilliant dining experience. The 8oz rump steak was cooked and served to perfection. The Doombar ale - a personal favourite - accompanied the meal perfectly.Staff were efficient, polite and a fount of knowledge about their beautiful location.Can't wait for our return visit to this hidden gem of a pub-restaurant in such a delightful village.

Been enjoying take aways over lockdown, absolutely amazing food every time, comes so well packaged and presented too, it is well worth it. And actually great value for money. Looking forward to when they reopen so that we can visit properly!