Mix your weekend up with our guide to some best-rated places for a night out and takeaway

weekend has gone, and you’re going-out routine has probably been the same for months or years, but Burton has a wide range of places to go.

In time for next weekend, and to help you think again about where to go for a great night out, whether it’s dancing ’til dawn or just having a quiet few in the pub, there is something for everyone.

So, with people getting into the party mood for the big Platinum Jubilee holiday weekend, we have put together the ultimate mini-burton pub and bar crawl – and some places to get a takeaway from afterwards. Our guide is based on punters’ own reviews of the establishments.

People who frequent the below establishments have rated them the best on Tripadvisor. The site ranks them on the quality and quantity of reviews.

The below list details the pubs, bars and takeaways ranked the best as of Friday, May 20. However, if we’ve missed your favourite boozer or kebab house off the list, we’d love to hear from you.

Let us know where you like to spend your Saturday nights in Burton. To do so, email george.bunn@ reachplc.com or find our story on our Facebook page and leave your comment.

BEST PUBS AND BARS IN BURTON

Brews of the World (Address: 159 Station Street, Burton DE14 1BN)

Rating: 5.0 from 15 reviews

One reviewer said: “Been wanting to come here for years and finally made it, Huge and varied choice of keg beers, amazing music, friendly staff, clean, comfortable and lots of room. Can’t fault it!”

Another reviewer said: “Great pub, always a must on our list of pubs when we go out. Beer always top condition, lot more room. I know the beer bottle shelves have been removed, keep up the good work.”

The Dog Inn (Address: 5 Lichfield Street, Burton DE14 3QZ)

Rating: 4.0 from 51 reviews

One reviewer said: “Finding a welcoming, friendly, clean, well run ale pub isn’t easy. This place does it with bells on.

“To start with, the place is clean and fresh whilst maintaining an authentic old school pub feel. The range of drinks is not only amazing and varied, but also well laid out.

“The team are welcoming, friendly, chatty and informative. The drink, extremely well kept. If you are looking for a well run ale house, The Dog is a must.”

Another reviewer said: “Cracking pub with a really friendly and knowledgeable publican in charge. Great choice of drinks, great history, clean and atmospheric. Wished we had gone on a busier night and stayed longer.”

The Roebuck Inn (Address: 101 Station St, Burton, DE14 1BT)

Rating: 4.0 from 22 reviews

One reviewer said: “Lovely old pub. We went last night for the first time since before lockdown, it was a lovely evening. The pub is very clean and tidy and the staff are friendly and helpful.”

Another reviewer said: “A good pint of Old Peculiar served by a friendly member of staff. Good selection of cask ales. Felt like a proper local pub.”

Uxbridge Arms (Address: 1 Queen Street, Burton)

Rating: 5.0 from 5 reviews

One reviewer said: “A great dogfriendly pub, lovely bar staff and super outdoor area that was cleaned regularly inside and outside. A great place for a drink.”

Another reviewer said: “This is a traditional local pub. The hanging baskets are amazing. Service is good. Beer is great. Staff are friendly and welcoming. Worth a visit.”

Bar XV (Address: New Street, Burton)

Rating: 3.0 from 13 reviews

One reviewer said: “Great selection of drinks & such reasonable prices! Could not recommend any more and this is definitely our new favour the ite place. The owners are lovely and so accommodating and I could not think of anything to fault Bar XV.”

Another reviewer said: “Quality cocktails served by staff with an amazing knowledge of mixology in a chilled environment. Highly recommend.”

Perhaps after drinking in one of the many fine establishments in Burton, you may want to have a bite to eat. Here are some of the top recommendations for Burton takeaways in and around the town centre.

BEST TAKEAWAYS IN BURTON Shawarma Express Istanbul (Address: 11-12 Derby Street, Burton)

Rating: 4.5 from 16 reviews

One reviewer said: “A great, central

option. No frills, just honest, tasty food, right near the station. Just what we needed before exploring the many pubs in the town.”

Another reviewer said: “The Turkish food served here is fabulous, it took me back to Turkish holidays. The kebabs are very tasty, the service is great and the prices are very good.”

Pizza Pantry (Address: 166-168 Calais Road, Burton)

Rating: 4.5 from 10 reviews

One reviewer said: “Best pizzas and food I’ve tasted always fresh. 10/10 customer service deffo recommend to anybody looking to visit / order.”

Another reviewer said: “Great service, will go out of their way to make sure you get your food on time. Nice pizzas, better than the rest.”

Monmo’s Peri-peri Grill (Address: 1-3 Borough Road, Burton)

Rating: 4.0 from 27 reviews

One reviewer said: “First time we have tried here for kebabs, but went on a recommendation from a friend. Weren’t disappointed, place was clean and tidy, friendly staff and absolutely delicious chicken tikka kebabs.

“The whole family devoured them, we all highly recommend this place for kebabs.”

Another reviewer said: “We went on a Friday evening and decided to eat in, very busy but despite this food was excellent and good service.”