In the heart of Ilkeston, The Mallard is taking shape to become the perfect place to grab a pint with mates or get the whole family together.
We’re the best seats in the house for the biggest sporting occasions, have a bar packed with every tipple you’d imagine and to top it off, do the best Sunday carvery roast around!
Explore offerings from The Mallard on Heanor Road in Ilkeston, with popular to start, sharers & sides, pub classics, and our favourites available at this location.
Main Menu
60 items
To Start
Crispy king prawns
Crispy king prawns, marinated in a blend of South Asian spices, with tandoori mayo
Southern-fried chicken tenders
Southern-fried chicken tenders, with Southern-style gravy
Breaded mushrooms
Breaded mushrooms, with garlic mayo
Mozzarella sticks
Mozzarella sticks, with sweet chilli dip
Salt & chilli chicken wings
Salt & chilli chicken wings, in a BBQ sauce
Tater tots
Tater tots, coated in salt & chilli seasoning
Onion bhajis
Onion bhajis, with mango chutney
Chilli cheese bites
Chilli cheese bites, with sweet chilli dip
Tomato & basil soup
Tomato & basil soup, with ciabatta
Cheesy garlic bread
Cheesy garlic bread, oven-baked garlic ciabatta topped with cheese
Sharers & Sides
Cheesy chilli nachos
Tortilla chips topped with beef chilli, cheesy nacho sauce and jalapenos
Southern-fried chicken loaded chips
Southern-fried chicken,with cheesy nacho sauce and sweet chilli sauce
Breaded mozzarella, loaded chips
Breaded mozzarella,with cheesy nacho sauce and sweet chilli sauce
Breaded chicken, loaded chips
Breaded chicken,with cheesy nacho sauce and jalapenos
Impossible chicken, loaded chips
Impossible chicken,with gravy and sweet chilli sauce
Salt & chilli chips
Chips
Mac & cheese
Crispy onion rings
Bread & butter
Garlic bread
Pub Classics
Beer-battered fish & chips
Beer-battered fish & chips, with your choice of garden or mushy peas
Chilli con carne
Chilli con carne, with long-grain rice, tortilla chips and jalapenos
Steak & ale pie
Steak & ale pie, slow-cooked beef & ale in shortcrust pastry, with your choice of mash or chips, garden peas and gravy
Mushroom bourguignon pie
Mushroom bourguignon pie, with chips, garden peas and gravy
Chicken gyros
Chicken gyros, shredded seasoned chicken, fresh salad, garlic mayo on a Turkish-style flatbread, served with chips
Sausage & mash
Sausage & mash, with garden peas and gravy (vegetarian option available)
Classic burger
Classic burger, two 3oz beef patties with burger sauce. Served in a toasted brioche-style bun with chips
Southern-fried chicken burger
Southern-fried chicken burger, hand-coated Southern-fried chicken with garlic mayo. Served in a toasted brioche-style bun with chips
Mac & cheese
Mac & cheese, a classic creamy mac & cheese
Our Favourites
Crispy chicken schnitzel,
Crispy chicken schnitzel, breaded chicken topped with garlic butter, with chips and garden peas
Caesar salad
Caesar salad, with chicken, bacon, free-range boiled egg and croutons
Beef lasagne
Beef lasagne, slow-cooked beef mince in a red wine & tomato sauce, topped with Cheddar and pesto, with a dressed salad
Vegetable lasagne
Vegetable lasagne, mediterranean vegetables in a rich tomato sauce topped with cheese, with a dressed salad
10oz gammon, with a free-range fried egg, chips and garden peas
6oz rump steak
6oz rump steak, with chips, crispy onion rings, grilled tomato and garden peas
Desserts
Chocolate cookie dough
Chocolate cookie dough, warm and gooey cookie dough with a Lotus Biscoff centre, salted caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream
Jammie dodger cheesecake
Jammie dodger cheesecake, raspberry & cherry cheesecake topped with almonds, with a boozy raspberry shot on the side (contains alcohol)
Apple crumble tart
Apple crumble tart, with your choice of custard or vanilla ice cream (vegan option available)
Salted caramel chocolate brownie
Salted caramel chocolate brownie, with vanilla ice cream
Hand-made sticky toffee pudding
Hand-made sticky toffee pudding, from award-winning Cartmel, with your choice of custard or vanilla ice cream
Rum & raisin sponge cake
Rum & raisin sponge cake, with rum-infused frosting and vanilla ice cream (vegan option available)
Truly Chocolate Ice Cream
Truly Chocolate Ice Cream
Very Vanilla Ice Cream
Very Vanilla Ice Cream
Strawberry Tease Ice Cream
Strawberry Tease Ice Cream
Reviews
4.1
956 reviews
5 stars
514
4 stars
224
3 stars
104
2 stars
43
1 star
71
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Claire Burke-Heath
May 31, 2026
5.0
New menu food is so good reasonably price and quick service the chips were so good the chilli just the right amount of spice and the gravy one of the nicest we’ve had defo recommend
DU
Deborah Unwin
May 19, 2026
5.0
Lovely atmosphere, lovely pub we keep coming back for Stella
LD
Laura Dawson
May 18, 2026
4.0
Carvery is really nice but the menu food is hit and miss
AD
Anthony Dyer
May 14, 2026
5.0
Friendly pub, very welcoming. Staff are always friendly and make you feel part of their community. Food always well prepared.
JB
Jacqueline Brown
May 14, 2026
5.0
Excellent food which is very good value. Very friendly and helpful service. Landlady is very welcoming
Yes, The Mallard accepts reservations for customers.
What are The Mallard's general opening hours?
The Mallard is open from 12:00 to 23:00 Monday through Thursday and Sunday, and until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
When is the kitchen at The Mallard open?
The kitchen at The Mallard is open daily from 12:00 to 20:00.
What type of establishment is The Mallard?
The Mallard is a pub, restaurant, and bar/club located in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.
Does The Mallard serve alcohol and cocktails?
Yes, The Mallard serves a wide range of alcoholic beverages including beer, wine, liquor, and cocktails.
Is outdoor seating available at The Mallard?
Yes, The Mallard offers outdoor seating for its customers.
Is The Mallard wheelchair accessible?
Yes, The Mallard has wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, parking, and restrooms.
What public places are nearby The Mallard where I can visit before or after dining?
Nearby places include Hardwick Hall, a landmark and park ideal for sightseeing and relaxation, and Church Lane Ponds, a fishing club that provides recreational activities.
How can local transit or nearby businesses help me find The Mallard?
Benvale Home Maintenance, a local home improvement store, and CJL Car Sales and Servicing are nearby, making The Mallard easy to find in the Ilkeston area.
Are there any family-friendly or community services near The Mallard?
Yes, Derby Kids' Camp and the Ilkeston District Dog Training Club are nearby, offering family and community activities you might enjoy before or after visiting The Mallard.
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