Sun readers’ favourite North East England seaside eats, from a beach bar in a boat to a pirate-themed fish and chip shop
When it comes to food, there’s much more to Lincolnshire than sausages and seafood (although you should try those, too!).
This is of course home to delicious local sausage rolls (made with Lincolnshire sausages, of course) and fish and chips fresh from the coast.
But there’s more on offer – from vintage tea shops to village pubs dating back hundreds of years.
You’ll also find plenty of wallet-friendly options along the coast, as well as restaurants that welcome families with kids’ menus and even pirate-themed animations.
We’ve chosen some of our favourite places to eat and drink that are all within easy reach of your £9.50 Holiday in Lincolnshire.
As well as our expert picks, we’ve asked Sun readers who have holidayed here and local holiday park staff for their recommendations, including their favourite chippies, pubs and coastal cafes.
Best local pub
Joanne Green, General Manager at Parkdean’s Sunnydale holiday park, recommends The New Inn in Saltfleet, which is within walking distance of the holiday park.
She said: “It’s popular with the locals. They’re a seasonal pub so they usually close over the winter.
There’s also The Axe and Cleaver in North Somercotes, which has good food that is reasonably priced.”
Tip: Make the most of The Axe and Cleaver “pie and pint night” on Thursdays (£12.95 for a pie, sides and a pint of ale or a wine).
Meanwhile, Alex Trembath, creator of the Lincoln and Beyond blog, recommends heading to Theddlethorpe village for the King’s Head Inn.
He said: “It’s a 16th-century thatched pub run by a local couple, with big portions at reasonable prices.”
Favourite brunch spot
If you’re staying near Sunnydale, Sun reader Linda McDonnell, 71, recommends GiGi, an Italian restaurant in North Somercotes, less than three miles away.
Linda, from Lincoln, said: “You will get the most amazing experience there, and it’s not overly dear.
“From the front, it’s a very unassuming little place – but when you enter it, it’s done beautifully with wooden beams, exposed bricks and a relaxed, Italian atmosphere.
“As soon as you go in, you’re greeted and taken to your table. It’s child-friendly and the food is exceptional.
It’s a very nice place to go, whether you want to go for a romantic meal or meal with a family.”
GiGi has a brunch menu (10.30am until 4pm, Thursday to Sunday) – including Italian eggs benedict (£8.90) and a gourmet cheeseburger (£13.90).
They also serve a brilliant range of pizzas (from £10.90), fresh meats and kebabs. Kids meals cost £8.95 and come with a free scoop of ice cream.
Favourite place for a cheap eat
On the seafront at Mablethorpe, The Beck is very popular. Linda McDonnell said: “They do a carvery every day throughout the year and it’s great value, especially for kids (£3 for under-twos).
You can choose from three different sized carveries, depending on how many slices of meat you want (£8.99 for small, £9.99 for medium, £13.99 for large).
They also have lots of special offers, like two-for-one meals.”
Further down the coast in Skegness, The family-run Cosy Corner Cafe is a great value breakfast spot, with a Full English from £6.60 and kids’ breakfasts costing £4.50.
They also offer a two-for-one breakfast special (Tuesday to Friday mornings) for £11.95.
Best chippie
In Skegness, Linda McDonnell says Salts Fish & Chip Shop is the best chippie around.
She said: “Everybody’s heard of them and tried them. The queue is outside the door.”
Meanwhile Sun reader John Ellis, 72, rates The Marina Fish & Chips in Chapel St Leonards.
John, who is from Sheffield and was staying nearby at Golden Palm Resort on his most recent £9.50 Holiday, said: “It’s a great chippy. Fish and chips is no longer a cheap meal anywhere, but Marina’s is worth paying for.
“It’s better than the chippies in Skegness.”
Marina’s cod and freshly-cut chips cost £9.49. A mini fish deal (mini fish, small chips and a side) costs £6.99.
Best for a pint on the beach
John Ellis recommends checking out the pubs on the seafront of Chapel St Leonards, like the fun Admiral Benbow Beach Bar.
He said: “It’s a bar in a boat on the beach and it has a fun atmosphere.”
The main building has previously served as everything from a public toilet to a workman’s hut and is named after the inn in the book Treasure Island.
This is also a good option for dog walkers, as it’s dog-friendly inside or you can enjoy an alfresco pint in the outdoor beach bar.
Best quirky cafe
If you want to step back in time, Linda McDonnell recommends Maplethorpe, saying: “It’s a nice place to sit and have a coffee and people watch.
“The town is quite small, and very quaint. It hasn’t changed a lot, and they keep it nice.
“I like The Blitz Tea Room – it’s designed like it would have been during The Blitz with taped windows and retro interior.”
The World War II theme includes walls decorated with posters and artefacts and tea served old school-style (as loose-leaf tea in a teapot with a strainer).
Food also harks back to old-fashioned British choices like stew with doorstep bread and steamed pudding and custard.
For more vintage feels, head to Lady B’s Tea Room down the road – perfect for afternoon tea or cocktails with an antique twist.
Best place to take the kids
Alex Trembath reckons families should hot-foot it to The Trawler’s Catch, a pirate-themed fish and chip shop in Skegness.
He said: “Portions are generous and kids will love the animated fire cannons.”
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