Three Lions Pub, Redmond, Washington

 

This fun little English pub is right next to an English grocery store and the items available at the grocery store were so cute and accurately English.  I have had the pleasure of visiting England over 20 years ago and fell in love with the country.  My husband at the time and I had discussed how we could move over there full time.  I was pregnant with my son and unfortunately, was unable to partake in any of the pubs.  

This pub passed the initial vibe check upon entering and it was a seat yourselves location.  I took up a booth whilst waiting for a couple of friends to join.  The server came over and did in fact know what Ribena was so I got my standard Guiness and Black.  A couple of friends ordered the Old Speckled Hen and after trying that, I regretted going with old faithful.  Not that I don’t love it, but it is pretty much readily available, whereas Old Speckled Hen is not.  

For dinner I opted for the Steak and Mushroom pie paired with a green salad with dill dressing.  The dill flavor was not overwhelming and the amount of dressing was not overly done.  The pie crust was flaky and quite nice.  The steak was of decent quality and the flavors worked well together.  I love mushrooms so to me, there can never be too much.  This pie had a very understated amount of mushrooms, so it would not be overbearing to someone who doesn’t share my obsession.  

The service was ok at best but I very much enjoyed the energy of the pub as a whole.  I will be heading back shortly to pick up some items at the British Grocery as it was closed when I was done with dinner.  Looking forward to it!