Clay Cross Fish Bar in North East Derbyshire

Wanted to go out of my way to leave a positive review for the Fox & Goose. Living fairly locally, we drop in time to time and on Sunday just gone, we did so with our little boy. We hadn't booked nor were we having any food. Just a drink at the bar. Those dining had the opportunity to 'meet santa' in a cordoned off area. Spotting we had a little boy with us, the bar staff kindly invited him in to meet Santa despite us not dining etc. My little boy loved it and was thrilled with his little present. Unbeknown to them, due to work commitments I'd been unable to attend our booked Santa visit elsewhere so this impromptu meeting of the man himself, was that bit more special for us as the parents. Lovely venue with great food and drink but above all that - the staff puts it above other venues. Thanks again!

Used to work here, the owners are horrible people. I was 15 (pre and post covid, only just writing this review) working the bar alone. Shouted at if I poured a pint yet if I asked them to help as I was underaged shouted at again. Never a place has made me so uncomfortable. I was yelled at everyday for anything and everything. Made to help their child with homework while trying to work. When I finally left to a much nicer pub. I was told “after everything we have done for you, paying you!” As if my furlough during Covid didn’t decrease every month ?! Do not give your hard earned money to people who treat their staff like this! Reading the other replies they still act this way! P.S. I agree health inspectors needed here!!

Really good, well cooked and tasty food. Plenty of choice, good service and very reasonably priced. The ambience could be improved by textiles, selected tasteful ornimentation and more intimate lighting to soften the stark plain walls. We appreciated the soft music which started half way through our meal.

Such a lovely cosy pub with a coal/log fire and dog friendly. The food and drinks were very good value. I had an amazingly simple yet delicious burger for £9. My friend had a fish and chips from the light bites menu which was £6 and it did not disappoint. They have darts, board games and a pool table. I will be back! Lovely chatty landlady.

Bit like walking into a scene from Shaun of the Dead