For Sunday lunch in Louth, The Woolpack Inn at Riverhead serves roasts from midday until 6pm, The Greyhound Inn on Upgate has a carvery every Sunday, and The Brown Cow, The King's Head and The Masons Arms all do a Sunday lunch in town. A short drive out, country pubs at Fulstow, Saltfleetby, Legbourne and Donington on Bain are well worth booking.
Whichever you pick, book. Sunday is a busy day for every pub round here, and the popular ones can fill up days ahead.
Sunday Lunch in Town
The Woolpack Inn, Riverhead Road
The Woolpack serves Sunday roasts from 12 noon until 6pm, which is handy if you'd rather eat late. The choice runs to topside of beef, roast loin of pork, horseshoe gammon and leg of lamb, all with roast and mashed potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and seasonal vegetables, plus a vegetarian bake and a fish of the day. It's a good family pick, with high chairs, a children's menu and an enclosed garden, and dogs are welcome. The inn is close to the old canal at Riverhead, once the busiest corner of Georgian Louth (more in Georgian Louth).
The Greyhound Inn, Upgate
If it's a carvery you're after, The Greyhound serves one every Sunday, with adult, large and children's portions. Bookings are recommended, and the restaurant opens on Sundays from 12 noon to 3pm and again in the evening.
The Brown Cow, Newmarket
A proper local, The Brown Cow does a Sunday roast with all the trimmings alongside its homemade pub favourites, and it's one of the town's dog-friendly pubs. Booking is recommended. See the Brown Cow menu.
The King's Head, Mercer Row
The King's Head serves home-roasted meats on a Sunday, with plenty for anyone who doesn't want a roast: fish and chips, homemade lasagne, pie of the day, a goats cheese tart and a vegan jackfruit curry. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free dishes are marked, so ask when you book.
The Masons Arms, Cornmarket
On Cornmarket, The Masons Arms serves its Sunday lunch menu from 12 noon to 3pm, after a brunch menu in the morning. It's right by the Market Place, so it's easy to combine with a stroll round town.
The Mansion House, Upgate
A café by day, The Mansion House also serves Sunday lunch, as well as a Saturday night bistro.
Country Pubs Nearby
Some of the best Sunday lunches near Louth are a short drive into the countryside, and they make a good reason to explore the Wolds and the marsh villages.
The Cross Keys, Fulstow. A family-run village pub serving Sunday lunch from 12 to 3pm, with a choice of three meats and all the trimmings in two sizes. Book by phone rather than through social media, and the pub suggests pre-ordering.
The Prussian Queen, Saltfleetby. Sunday is roast day here: from midday the kitchen serves a homemade roast with three meats, roast potatoes and creamy mash, Yorkshire puddings and stuffing. Booking ahead is recommended. Read A New Chapter at The Prussian Queen for more about the pub.
The Queens Head, Legbourne. A countryside pub and restaurant just south-east of Louth, with Sunday roasts on the menu.
The Black Horse Inn, Donington on Bain. Deep in the Wolds, The Black Horse serves proper Sunday roasts that people book ahead for, with meat, fish and vegetarian choices. Bookings made online are provisional until the pub confirms them, so ring if you're unsure. It has rooms too, if you fancy making a weekend of it.
Vegetarian and Vegan Sunday Lunch
The Woolpack's vegetarian bake sits on the roast menu every Sunday, and The King's Head offers a goats cheese tart and a vegan jackfruit curry alongside its roasts. The Black Horse Inn has vegetarian dishes too. If you need something specific, say so when you book, because roast trimmings such as gravy and Yorkshire puddings aren't always vegetarian.
Tips for Sunday Lunch in Louth
Book, and book early for big days. Mother's Day, Father's Day and the Sundays before Christmas fill up first.
Go early if you want the full choice. The most popular roast can run out later in the afternoon, so an early table is the safest way to get your first pick.
Walk first, eat later. A circuit of Hubbard's Hills or a stroll along the old canal to Riverhead works up an appetite nicely. Bringing the dog? See dog-friendly places to eat and drink.
Check what else is on. Sunday lunch pairs well with a show or an event, so have a look at What's On around Louth.
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Details checked 27th October 2026. Serving times and menus change, so check with the pub before you go. Spotted something out of date? Let us know.
Sunday Lunch Questions
Where can I get a Sunday roast in Louth?
In Louth itself, The Woolpack Inn, The Brown Cow, The King's Head, The Masons Arms and The Mansion House all serve Sunday lunch, and The Greyhound Inn serves a Sunday carvery. Nearby, The Cross Keys at Fulstow, The Prussian Queen at Saltfleetby, The Queens Head at Legbourne and The Black Horse Inn at Donington on Bain are popular choices.
Is there a Sunday carvery in Louth?
Yes, The Greyhound Inn on Upgate serves a carvery every Sunday, with adult, large and children's portions. Booking is recommended.
Do I need to book Sunday lunch in Louth?
Yes, booking is strongly advised for Sunday lunch in Louth. The Cross Keys at Fulstow takes bookings by phone and suggests pre-ordering, and online bookings at The Black Horse Inn are only confirmed once the pub replies.
What time is Sunday lunch served in Louth?
Most pubs start serving Sunday lunch at 12 noon. The Woolpack Inn serves roasts until 6pm, while The Masons Arms and The Cross Keys serve until 3pm.
Where can vegetarians get Sunday lunch in Louth?
The Woolpack Inn has a vegetarian bake on its Sunday menu, and The King's Head offers a goats cheese tart and a vegan jackfruit curry. Mention your needs when booking, as gravy and Yorkshire puddings are not always vegetarian.