Burnt Pig Ale 'Ouse

Lovely little pub tucked out of the way of the high street, much bigger than we expected it to be as it has three separate seating areas. Super cosy, unique and a great choice of drinks and snacks. This was our first visit but it definitely won't be our last!

Popped in for a quick pint, wine and to buy some cheese and pork pie. Everyone in there looked happy, a great atmosphere with music, small bar but has all you need. Landlord is amazing, so friendly and engaging. We've been a number of times as a couple or with mates, same experience every time. Nice and quirky layout, slightly off the main route into town but definitely worth a drop in.

A really nice find. Great atmosphere and good variety of beer. Quirky decor and love the cheese fridge!

The best micropub in Ilkeston, and one of the best I have ever been to. Excellent choice of beers, friendly atmosphere and staff. Give the chilled cabinet a look, and get proper cheese, pork pie and other deli delights. Brilliant!

Visited on Saturday 3rd December 2022 mid afternoon.

Traditional ale house, warm and cosy with 3 small rooms rather than 1 large space, bar is in the first room, fire is in the second.

Went for an Urban Chicken tap takeover so all cask was obviously Urban Chicken; however, normally it's a mix of breweries, styles & ABVs alongside ciders, lager and some decent keg offerings.

The place was absolutely packed but everyone got served, no one cut in, and everyone was friendly, it has a real sense of community.

Getting there from Derby is super easy, the Ilkeston flyer drops you off outside The Crafty One (Health Centre bus stop) the Burnt Pig is down the side street next to The Crafty One (which is also excellent).

We'll definitely be back.

A lovely little gem in a quiet corner. I have often walked or driven past only to think "I'll pop in there one of these days".

Recently my local got flooded, which was terrible of course. However, this gave me a push to finally give 'the burnt pig' a go.

I was not disappointed, in fact I was so impressed I have returned twice since. With each experience better than the last.
From the 1st visit, 'Ben and co' were so very warm, welcoming. Ben is especially charming and humorous.

The patrons are cheerful and the atmosphere is as if being transported to a bygone era in this quaint and qwerty setting, where everyone loves engaging in eachothers company. Even if you just want a quiet drink in the corner, there's just a positive charge in the air.

Not to mention the ale and the whiskey selection and quality are outstanding, especially given the relatively small bar.

Before I forget, massive fridge with a vast selection of cheese, pork pies, pastries and beers to take away.

Hats tipped and off. Well done!

Whatever great things you have read about this pub ARE ALL true ! Once inside you're impressed by the friendly welcome by the bar staff and the array of different beers on offer. The locals are very welcoming and this admittedly quite small pub gets very busy very quickly. It's amazing what can be achieved in 3 small rooms! Quirky but traditional decor add to the atmosphere. If you are on the lookout for a friendly micropub then this ticks all the boxes. Check it out . M
P.S, the Pork Pies are divine !

Superb back street micropub serving traditional cask ales, still/ fizzy cider, craft beer and lager. Pork pies, cheese, sausage rolls and other deli items are for purchase, either eat in or take away. Ben and the staff are very welcoming and will assist with the wide variety of ales on offer according to your taste.

This little gem of a pub is a wonderful place to meet people, enjoy some magnificent real ale and enjoy the authentic atmosphere.

Always a great atmosphere! Great pork pies also to take away or eat in. Highly recommended for a night out

What a cracking ale house this is, always has different ales to choose from and lots of choices for ciders. Food- well its brilliant to be able to sit there and just have a pork pie, a pasty and even some cheese- even takeaway, including bottles of wines

Back street pubs are often the best and this is a great pub.

The burnt pig isn't big but it packs a punch. Several smaller rooms are perfect for socialising.

A log burner too, perfect for a winter evening. (review written in 30c weather mind you).

Antique dealers looking for enamel signage would have a field day! It's all genuine no repro here.

Small bar but a good selection of ales. Fridge packed with pies, cheese. Only ate a sausage roll and pork scratchings but all good hence the 3 star.

The staff are in charge of the music, so far ska is the music of choice. Perfect for a balmy night.

No surprise that I will come again, make a night of it.

Great local bar with friendly bartenders and a great range of beers, cheese and pork products 😋😁

I have just spent a wonderful time with my family at this great pub. The pork pies and range of beer and cider was great. The best time was had by us all

Gem of a place. Fine array of bottled beers with a chalk board for specials including porters, milds, ciders, dark and light ales and all well kept. Staff are great and a wonderful atmosphere. Loved the array of different pork pies, black pudding and cheese that they chop up for you and thick pork scratchings.

3 rooms, you'll do well to get a seat. Certainly on trend this place has just won an Erewash Camra award for 2017, well deserved.

Not local, but don't worry you soon will feel like you are with the ever friendly clientele. Just the best type of pub, good people, good beer, good snacks, dogs very welcome and very reasonably priced drinks. 👍👍

Traditional back street pub off main centre of Ilkeston with excellently kept real ales and welcoming friendly service. Loads of local characters to enjoy a drink and chat with to pass the time. Wonderful place!

Great atmosphere,friendly staff and a smashing selection of ales for those who can. It's not GF friendly but they do have several ciders. The pork pies are brilliant apparently but not gluten free!

Excellent selection of beers, local food products, friendly service and Great Atmosphere 👍

Great pub, great staff, great beer - had an awesome time that turned into an impromptu music session. We will definitely come back next time we are in the area.