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Lawson's Bar & Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
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Noise • Energetic
Lincolnshire
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Karen
Lincolnshire1 review
Dined 4 days ago
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John
Norfolk/Suffolk8 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
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Aileen
Lincolnshire1 review
Dined 5 days ago
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Lorraine
Lincolnshire1 review
Dined on May 23, 2025
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Tracy
Yorkshire1 review
Dined on May 18, 2025
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Marie
Lincolnshire1 review
Dined on May 17, 2025
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Zona
Yorkshire5 reviews
Dined on May 16, 2025
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Derek
Dorset3 reviews
Dined on May 16, 2025
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Alan
London5 reviews
Dined on May 16, 2025
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Paula
Lincolnshire1 review
Dined on May 14, 2025
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Lawson's Bar & Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 1269 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
8-9 The Strait, Lincoln, Lincolnshire LN2 1JD