The Italian Greyhound · Great Glen

Italian soul.
A village heart.

Good food, familiar faces and a reason to linger. Welcome to our historic pub in Great Glen, where Italian flavours meet a proper village welcome.

The Italian Greyhound pub exterior
Italian kitchenVillage pubGarden gatheringsRooms next door

Make yourself at home

Four centuries of character.
A fresh Italian welcome.

Set in a Grade II listed pub in the heart of Great Glen, The Italian Greyhound brings together the things we love: food worth sharing, relaxed conversation and hospitality that makes you feel at home.

A dish from The Italian Greyhound kitchen

Pull up a chair

A little Italy.
Your pub favourites.

Hand-stretched pizza, comforting pasta and much-loved pub classics. Whether it’s a leisurely lunch or dinner with your favourite people, find something to look forward to.

Find your next favourite

Room for good company

Long lunches.
Lovely get-togethers.

Settle into the garden terrace or bring everyone together for an occasion. With a private dining room and marquee, there’s space to make your gathering feel special.

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The garden terrace at The Italian Greyhound
A guest room at The Italian Greyhound

Your room's next door

Turn an evening out
into a night away.

Classic charm, cosy beds and a welcoming pub right next door. Our rooms offer a comfortable place to unwind after a great meal or a day exploring Great Glen and beyond.

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There’s always a reason

Come for a meal.
Stay for the feeling.

A catch-up, a celebration or simply a night off cooking. We’d love to welcome you to The Italian Greyhound.

Find us in Great Glen

Your next good
day starts here.

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Find us

14 London Road
Great Glen, Leicester
LE8 9GF

Opening hours

Every day
11am–11pm