The Black Country Arms

4.8/5 based on 1024 reviews
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Large traditional pub, tastefully restored. We arrived at opening time for lunch, so quiet at first but filling up later. Large collection of draught beers. Efficient bar service, and food was delivered in a reasonable time. Our filled baguettes came with chips and salad, and were quite substantial meals. We enjoyed the food.
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Superb Black Country Ales town centre pub with the most amazing selection of cask ale on sale.
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Nestled in the heart of Walsall, The Black Country Arms is nothing short of a local treasure. This charming pub perfectly captures the spirit of the Black Country, offering an authentic atmosphere that feels warm, welcoming, and wonderfully traditional.

The first thing that strikes you is the impressive selection of real ales and craft beers on tap. With a rotating selection of over a dozen ales, including local brews, it’s clear that they are passionate about quality and variety. Whether you're a seasoned beer connoisseur or just someone looking for a good pint, there's something here for everyone.

The pub's character is enriched by its history, evident in the cosy, wood-paneled interior and the classic pub décor. There's a sense of heritage that runs through every corner, but it never feels outdated—just charmingly timeless. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and always happy to recommend a drink or a dish from their hearty, classic pub menu.

Food at The Black Country Arms is another highlight. With generous portions and an emphasis on British comfort food, you’ll find everything from homemade pies to traditional Sunday roasts that leave you satisfied and ready for a return visit.

Located just a stone’s throw from Walsall’s historic town centre, this pub is perfect for both locals and visitors seeking a true Black Country experience. Whether you're there for a casual drink, a filling meal, or simply to soak in the ambience, The Black Country Arms delivers in every way. It’s a must-visit for anyone in the area.
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Friendly and helpful staff. Great choice of real ale and cider. Well worth a visit
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Haven’t tried the food so cayrate it. This pub sells real ale served to perfection! If you want to try real ale. Come to the BCA - you won’t get better choice or better kept beer as anywhere!
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The food and service here is exceptional! The food is reasonably price and the quality is the best I’ve tasted in a long time!

Would strongly recommend! 10/10
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I only walked passed it
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Still a great choice of beers.
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Great selection of ales and cider
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Excellent pub with a great range of beers served by Laina and advised by Jodie.
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Drinks very expensive
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Cracking old school pub with a great selection of real ales
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Always a must go to, for one, or twenty one drinks.
Didn't have food on this occasion, bit it's never disappointed.
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Great pub, good atmosphere, excellent beers (black country ales). It's in the centre of town within very easy access of the bus station. Definitely worth a visit!
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Not the cheapest nut always a good pint. Quiet when we were in so cannot say about the atmosphere
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A quick stop off here for a drink but, had a great first experience. Humorous and warm Bar Team experience and guests were friendly too! Great space both indoors and outside considering it's City City location!
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Welcoming and friendly family environment with comfortable seating
Good choices 👌 👍🏿 of meals 😋 test Good 👍🏿 will recommend 👌
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Cracking the lot
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Fantastic real ale pub, definitely one of my favourites..great staff as well
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Really friendly pub serving a good selection of real ales and cobs/snacks .
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Good range of real ales.
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Good
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Another cracking black country ales pub 👍
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Having recently visited this pub on a very rare occasions I can't review the food.Bar service was outstanding during our last visit we were greeted by two gentlemen on a Friday the 22nd of March. They where absolutely astounding in and of them selfs I dont drink ales personally, but the shorter of the two advised me on a lovely pale ale which i will continue to seek out at other establishments within the west midlands,we will of cause be coming back again time and time again.Customer service alone, Its such a delight to walk into a establishment with such character and great ales. I would highly recommend if not for anything else but for the two lively gents i met on my visit.

Establishment:8/10
Customer services:10/10
Choice of refreshments:9/10

By far best bar in walsall due to experience.
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The Black Country Arms awarded 'Walsall Pub of the Year 2017' from Walsall CAMRA
26/02/2018

The Black Country Arms has been crowned Walsall CAMRA Pub of the Year for the 6th year. Read article
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CAMRA WALSALL PUB OF THE YEAR 2014
CAMRA WALSALL PUB OF THE YEAR 2014
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