Anvil Arms in East Riding of Yorkshire

Average food.Long wait. Locals seemed to get priority. Rude language. would not return. very rude staff. People kept starring & commenting on our accents as we weren't local.

Had a delicious family Sunday lunch with 7 of us, absolutely lovely food, generous portions with loads of different veg. Had the steak and kidney pud which was amazing! Everyone else enjoyed their roasts and we all squeezed a homemade pudding in from the impressive list! Old school village pub with great food.

Brilliant little pub. Close to our glamping site. We joined in the Coronation celebrations with the locals and had a brilliant night . The pub is a cubtry village pub and we will definitely be back again

I made a booking here for us and the dog as we were coming over to the market near Skipsea and wanted a really nice Sunday lunch afterwards. I couldn't find any dog friendly ones near there that I liked from the reviews and the dog friendly options were few and far between but i found this one after searching a bit further out it didn't disappoint infact it was superb. We had a table in another room as obviously we can't go in the restaurant with a dog totally understandable but it was all laid out for us just as in the restaurant. We had prawn cocktails to start with beautiful prawns and they did my sauce seperate as i requested and had lovely bread rolls and butter to accompany these. Followed by 2 roast beef dinners all cooked to perfection and the vegetables such a good selection and once again all cooked as we like them. We don't do al dente so thank you for how you do them. All the staff were amazing so friendly and nothing too much trouble. They even got some meat scraps for our dog to take out. Our dog had the best day too meeting other dogs. We throughly enjoyed it all and will definitely be returning as often as we can. Even a lovely grassed area with duck pond outside to see. What a beautiful setting. You are our favourites.

Stoped by for food. We all enjoyed our meals. All fresh food, not the microwave stuff you get at some places. Friendly staff

I visited the Anvil Arms yesterday for an early tea and drink. We took our dog who was made welcome in the tap room and found a cosy corner to sit. (In this room you will find a pool table and darts, a real bonus!) We received a friendly welcome at the door and advised which side to sit in with the dog. The barman was really friendly and helpful and quickly got us our drinks and told us about the food options. The menu is simple, home-cooked delicious food. I ordered home cooked ham with chips eggs and a beautiful fresh salad. The food is incredible value for the quality and portion. The ham was delicious and the eggs had glorious golden yolks! I just wish I had room for pudding as they menu looked very tempting! (There is a stack of ham under my eggs, but it’s hiding)! I can’t wait to bring my husband when we return in the winter as this will be right up his street. Thank you!

Terrible wait, average food at best & exspensive for service & what you get. very dirty & cheap. Drinks altered with every same order ???

We booked Sunday lunch whilst we were visiting the area on Sunday 14th Nov 2021, we had two dogs with us so thought we might struggle to get somewhere that could accommodate us, but these people welcomed us and fed us with so much kindness and attention with an awesome lunch which beggered belief. Only downside was we had so much lunch we couldn’t try one of their delicious desserts. Thank you so much to the chef and staff!

Had Sunday roast here with my husband. The food was really tasty and plenty of it. Lots of veggies and meat. The value is extremely good. Option of 1,2 or 3 courses. We had the 3 courses! being as we were visiting the area for a week. Good selection of starters and desserts. All meats to choose from also or a bit of all. I had the hot chocolate fudge cake with cream for dessert, really lovely. Staff are very friendly. Would highly recommend. Book if you want to go.

This is one of the nicest country pubs around!! Staff and landlady are really friendly and couldn’t do enough for you. We had Sunday dinner and couldn’t fault anything, the Yorkshire puddings and crackling was to die for. Highly recommend to any one that loves good food and drink.

Cheap & cheerful, could do with a good clean. long wait for food, was ok for one off would not return

Village pub! Everything you could want! Was passing through the area working and I spotted this country pub! Walked through the door and greeted by families and a great atmosphere. Everything I love about a pub! Was really busy and wasn't sure if i was going to get any food as it was so busy. But spoke to the lady behind the bar and she spoke to the chef and luckily managed to squeeze me in a roast dinner! Brilliant service, excellent prices and even better food!! Could not fault a thing! 5 stars is an understatement! Will definitely be coming back!

cheap & cheerful, rude young staff. very rowdy with locals, laungage very strong. would not recommend for families

Had a short break in Wold Newton last week, & visited the Anvil Arms every night for a quiet drink in the sunshine, they even allowed us to take our drinks across the road to sit by the village duck pond, when the outside area was busy. We ate there on our first and last nights. Food was lovely & great value. Service overall was excellent & all of the staff were very friendly & professional. Sheila the owner was super helpful & polite always making us very welcome. Can't recommend this place highly enough if you're in the area. We will definitely return.

Always a pleasure our favourite place.Top food service and everything else.Sheila is brilliant to the customers and always makes the effort.We appreciate her friendly approach and her kindness towards us and others..Shes one in a million as are the staff who help make The Anvil the best in the area.Thank you 10 stars

We visited the Anvil Arms for Sunday dinner and having looked at the menu we had starter, main and dessert. We all enjoyed the food, it was lovely. The staff are very polite. We will definitely return soon for some more great food.

The Anvil arms Wold Newton is probably the safest place to eat in Yorkshire,if not England,it is like a military operation the sanitising precautions Sheila takesThen the food absolutely delicious,we had a Sunday lunch,wish we lived nearer and could call here on a regular basis.We had a week in a cottage not far away ,the first thing we did after booking the cottage was ring Sheila and book our Sunday lunch ,as well as being delicious it is very reasonably priced ,and the service is second to none.

Good Sunday lunch for the money very busy all food was nice not the best but value for money drinks wasn’t expensive Either deserts were ok not home made

Third time i have been to this pub with friends and family excellent value excellent service and good hole-sum food and plenty of it it’s a must to try

We booked a table here to celebrate my husband’s birthday and we were not disappointed! A lovely friendly greeting, a warm and cosy atmosphere, and a fabulous meal. What more we we ask for. Would definitely recommend, 5 stars!

Called in here hoping to get a pint and something to eat, sign up saying booking only for food, however the chef agreed to make us something, when the food arrived, it was great and loads of it.. thank you....

Been here many times had great Sunday lunches very honest food. Arrived early on a Friday evening 730 pm 3/4 empty but still refused food. The bar service was vee poor and non attentive. Seemed happier serving the drunks in the tap room that anyone wanting food. It was as though they wanted a quiet night and didn't want the business. It's a shame really as local pubs like this are doing far better and 400% more business by adopting a more positive attitude, without turning business away.

Certainly the best Vegetarian meal we've had in a pub. Excellent Mediterranean Bake packed with fresh ingredients. Very nicely presented and served by pleasant helpful staff.

I was picking up Dutch friends from the airport and needed somewhere local to me to eat, so I booked a table at The Anvil. We arrived to a lovely welcome, all the staff very friendly and helpful. As we were quite late in the evening, one or two dishes on the menu had run out, but there was still plenty of choice. When the food arrived it was beautifully presented, and cooked exactly how we had asked for it, very tasty, all fresh and thoroughly enjoyable.I would have no hesitation in returning there, the staff couldn’t have been more attentive or friendly..

We came to Wold Newton as a couples getaway out of the city which was made even more perfect given the quality of food and standard of service at the Anvil Arms. The bar, perfect followed with a perfect meal. Shiela and Alice made our evening magical serving food as fresh as can buy, preparing with care and passion! Thanks again for an amazing meal.

Great food local beer and wonderful people. Very nice location, staff very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. We would definitely return.

Fabulous food, brilliant hospitality. Staff and locals are all so friendly. Had an excellent time only wish we could have had more meals here.

Lovely atmosphere, nothing rushed, quiet and intimate. We were invited through, table by table. Food was perfect, cooked for us, vegetables just right. I have allergies which were easily catered for. We really enjoyed our romantic evening, thank you, Sheila and team

Thank you Sheila and all the lovely staff at the Anvil today, absolutely fantastic Sunday lunch AS ALWAYS, great food great atmosphere and fantastic staff. I also would like to say thank you for Friday night when we had burger and a pint also fantastic. We will be back for Mother’s Day!

perfect sunday lunch! So much veg and meat, the Yorkshire's were so tasty ! it was one of the best!...didnt book just turned up after a long walk and the friendly lady waitressing at the time said no problem take a seat. we was sat in the bar area as we had dogs that was lovely and cosy. me and my dad playing pool while dogs settled near the fire,will definitely be here again!

Lovely Sunday dinner with the family, reasonable priced with so much for your money and drinks too!

The best sunday lunch I have ever had. Good food and good value.

This was our second visit to the anvil!The food,service and price is second to none! I only wish we lived closer!😢

We took the family for Sunday lunch first class service food and price highly recommended .... try burger and a pint on a Friday..... a must try.... real ales and a traditional village put easy access in a beautiful village location.... well worth the trip!!!

Visited the Anvil for lunch on Sunday with friends. We have eaten lots of Sunday lunches over the years but for me, this is simply the best. It's friendly, it's efficient, it's a lovely relaxed atmosphere and the food itself, is fantastic. No fancy stuff, just really fresh ingredients all cooked to perfectly. The quality of the meats (there's a good choice of beef, lamb, pork and chicken) especially are great. The helpings are huge but try to save space for the deserts...……… especially the crumble. Fantastic job Sheila (the Landlady and cook).

Arranged to meet a friend for drinks one evening and chose to meet at The Anvil Arms one Wednesday evening. A lovely warm welcome by the young lass behind the bar, some nice hand pulled beers on offer and a nice lounge bar to sit and relax.

I’ve been several times for Sunday lunch over the last 6 months, it’s consistently excellent, massive selection, beef, pork, lamb, chicken!! Staff amazing and food always fresh and properly cooked 😁

Thank you very much for looking after my sons cycle today after he had a bad crash. Broken collar bone and lots of skin missing. Fortunately his helmet saved his head from severe injury. I urge all cyclists to wear one.

I booked lunch at the Anvil as a stop on our way home from a stay in Filey. I am glad I did , it was the nicest Sunday lunch we have had eating out. My wife said the crumble she had was the best ever. We will definitely book again.

Unfortunately we arrived on a "fully booked" evening, but what a find this pub is. Local ales, perfectly served; a village pub how it should be in an almost perfect setting as well. We will definitely eat here when we return later in the year.

Very friendly pub with truly excellent music nights on Tuesdays. The owner will cater for vegans if given notice. We turned up un spec and were offered excellent chips and salad. Good beer too!

What a superb gem of a pub this is, I walked in and wanted it to be my local. Lovely smiley man ( owner maybe ) behind the bar, We went for the second sitting of Sunday lunch, 2.30pm everything homemade and delicious, numerous veg fresh, and tasty, and proper gravy too, we were told just to ask for more veg too if we wanted ( not needed ) Recommend you book ( or you have very little chance of a table ) but you could just sit next to the real fire. Lovely efficient staff, not rushed at all, I will definitely return. The bonus is, your mobile won’t work !!! It’s great, also received a lovely Mother’s Day plant, what a nice touch. Can’t recommend this place enough, you will not be disappointed, reasonable prices too. Can’t wait to return to try the Barnsley chop.

First time visiting this pub after recommendation from other patrons. Found it to be friendly and relaxing from the moment we entered until our departure two and a half hours later. Sunday lunch was exceptional and if anyone was hoping to benefit from any leftovers they would have slim pickings as completely empty plates were returned from all 3 courses. Thank you and in the words of “Arnie” we WILL be back

Due to the bad weather the resturant was not open. But would like to say thank you for making us feel welcome, its a lovely pub, will return and try the food next time.

Been several times now for Sunday lunch. Tried both sittings. On the second sitting some of the puddings can be sold out, but after the main course (and possible a starter too) you probably won't have room for a pudding. There is always a roaring fire and friendly service. Love the large selection of vegetables served with the roasts. The roast potatoes are like Mum used to make - cooked in the beef juices - delicious! Can't fault it really.

Our family of 11 visited on Sunday 10th December.

We visited this lovely little pub last Monday and was pleasantly surprised! We always check TripAdvisor when we visit somewhere new and was a little dubious due to the last review left about the beer! However we had nothing to be concerned about as the beer was beautiful! My husband sampled all 3 hand pulls and favoured them all equally. I had the carling and that was lively and yummy. Now for the food.....we all had different choices from the menu which was presented on a chalk board which we felt was a lovely touch, I opted for the 5oz sirloin steak with all the trimmings and the rest of the party had homemade steak and ale pie, warm honey cooked ham, scampi and salmon. There was other choices too! All the food was served fresh and the portions were very generous! But we managed to squeeze in dessert, homemade apple and fruit crumble with custard! Beautiful. The hubby chose treacle sponge and custard. Overall the service and food was amazing and the landlady/chef or cook as she calls herself, made us feel very welcomed and was very friendly. We will definitely be visiting again some time soon!

We were staying nearby and visited a great pub in a fantastic location, we did not eat but had drinks, the locals were lovely but unfortunately the beers were no good at all and turned out to be a disappointing visit.

Tried twice to make a booking before being successful and it was well worth the wait.

We were in Wold Newton for a wedding over the weekend, and 12 of us arrived at the Anvil Arms on Friday night, having booked and consulted about our options. The extended family included Welsh and Americans, all of whom greatly enjoyed their evening. This local has a great atmosphere,is very welcoming and Sheila gave us her personal attention. The young staff were excellent, making sure we were all well looked after, and we had a range of foods which satisfied vegetarians meat eaters and fish fans alike. for those who could manage it, the dessert choice was varied, but even Tom couldn't finish his sticky toffee! (James did better!) Both Theakstons and Black Sheep were available at the bar, and Grandma found a soft drink to her taste. We chatted away at the end and felt we had enjoyed great food at a very reasonable price. Highly recommended by all of us. Thankyou all.

Booked for a Monday night early bird meal as we were staying close by. Limited choice but the food was good, Friendly staff.

Visitamos hoy con un grupo grande. Tuvimos la torta de carne y el resto de la mesa de cena de cerdo asado. La carne era sabrosa y tierna la verdura abundante y preparado a todos nuestra satisfacción. Todos tuvimos un postre, tarta de limón, budines al vapor y frutas de verano, estos también eran estuvó tan sabroso y delicioso. El servicio era amable y no atento. Todos disfrutamos de las comidas y sin duda volveremos.

Nos alojamos en el pub anvil casita obrera estaba justo en la calle de nosotros. Comimos en el bar y tenía la especial. El personal era muy acogedor. La comida era muy buena.

Reservado para la noche del sábado, atraído por las descripciones de calidad y buenas parrillas productos locales.

Joining the work team for a leaving do, the Anvil Arms at Wold Newton was our destination.This lovely pub overlooks the village pond and is in a very pretty Wolds location.Fortunately, I knew in advance that it was 'beer and burger' night which for me immediately set the alarm bells ringing, as they usually contain the dreaded gluten, wheat or both.Given this is a traditional country pub, I thought it best to call ahead and ask about their menu.While there wasn't anything on the regular menu that I could have, the chef had a very in-depth chat on the phone and asked all the right questions.While the rest of my colleagues had the very tasty-looking burgers and chips, I felt very virtuous when my chicken breast wrapped in smokey bacon, salad and new potatoes arrived! The chef even came out to say my meal was being prepared separately. This went above and beyond and really showed the chef cared and listened to a rather demanding customer!For drinks I was on the rather tame lemonade (I was driving).The meal available at a very special 'beer and burger' price and really helped us say a fond farewell to our colleague. Definitely try this pub if you're in the area.

Fui con un grupo de trabajo de mis colegas, por la cerveza y pinta "noche de viernes especial. Tuve una picante beanburger y una copa de vino. . . ¡caramba! Estaba delicioso. Llegó con patatas fritas caseras y ensalada en un suave breadbun lleno. El chef/casera era genial. Muy amable y lo hizo por encima y más allá en una noche muy concurrida. Los toques personales realmente significó mucho para todos nosotros. Sólo quiero mencionar las chicas detrás del bar. Su fabuloso. . . Muy amable y lleno de buen humor. Estas personas y la comida hacen de este pub una increíble joya.

We were staying in a nearby cottage for the weekend, a party of 10. We had been advised to pre-book and am so glad we did! The pub is very welcoming and the Sunday lunch was fabulous. Proper home cooked food and plenty of it at a great price. Would highly recommend it!

Come here regularly for Sunday lunch as well as during the week for meals out. The nicest most traditional pub food. Also enjoy the "burger and a pint for £5" deal on Friday, burger, a pint or spirit of any choice (not limited to certain drinks) and some homemade chips. 10/10 would recommend for a peaceful, traditional meal out. Landlady is very warm and comforting too.

This pub only serves food Fri Sat evenings Sun lunch and early birds Mon till 1930. We booked table for Sat night and only one other table booked when we arrived. We got our drinks and looked at the menu. It is limited but you're in the country so to offer too much would mean frozen. We settled on a starter to share followed by sirloin and a Gannon steak. Wow, the food kept coming. With the Gannon came 2eggs, mushroom,fresh pineapple,onion rings. Then came the roasted veg,peas carrots and broccoli. Then the chips and new pots. It was excellent. Wish this was our local there was a nice buzz in the other bar from locals. Apparently Sunday lunch is the best but must be booked.

Went here on a Friday nite as a party of 9 while staying in the village, we pre-booked our meals due to party no, contact with staff before hand good, very friendly welcome when we went in for pre dinner drinks,food very good and plenty full, all had empty plates, the mixed grill was too die for, a struggle to eat but very good, steaks very good and tasty, would recomend a meal here, only a few minutes walk from where we were staying,

Almost didn't want to post this review, as don't want crowds finding out about my new fave place!! But thought the owners and staff deserved the praise from a very happy family.visited last Sunday with mum & dad in law, husband and our 2 year old daughter - always slightly worrying when taking toddlers to village pubs, but we were made to feel very welcome and staff very accommodating and understanding.Had fabulous Sunday lunch, poss best Yorkshires ever and we all appreciated the variety of meat and veg on offer, many more options, better quality and much tastier than any carvery chain.Astounded at the bill - sooooo reasonable.couple of drinks in the sun trap beer garden, and a trip to see the ducks after, and we left as a very happy family and 5 new regulars. well done Anvil Arms - see you soon x

I can't understand why, but reading every review nobody knows how to spell Potato! potato (unless plural has no e).Anyway this little country pub offers amazing homemade food nothing is frozen and Sheila makes the most magnificent chips I've ever had. Yes I agree the portions are massive but all vegetables are served as sides, you don't have to eat it all up. You can still have pudding. How does she do it for the money? Well Sheila supports the local producers and serves veggies which are in season and isn't the usual greedy landlady. Sunday lunch, well there are 2 sittings and is always busy so there's your answer. You won't be disappointed

Excellent roast beef, homemade yorkies etc... Great portions and friendly staff. Good beer and very reasonable.

We ate here one evening whilst visiting the area and it was very nice - nice price and nice basic food

We visited The Anvil for an evening meal with friends on 21st OctoberFirst impressions of the menu were that it was quite plain food, but the Barnsley Chop and Salmon steak were really excellent, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection and very tastey. The staff, including the owner were helpful and attentive to just the right level. We will be back soon to try Sunday Lunch

It's a beautiful old building with real fires. The locals and the bar staff made us feel very welcome as visitors. We had fun on the pool table. I was disappointed they weren't serving food due to the landlady's holiday. The toilets were very clean. Would like to go back and sample the food.

Visited on a Friday evening. We had telephoned ahead and been told only a limited menu was available. The pub was very quiet, no music on but staff were very friendly. The food was very very basic, burgers, chips, curry or chicken dippers! But we had been warned. Nice village pub, I just hope it can survive in today's market as it is.

We have tried loads of pubs for Sunday lunch with the mother in law with mixed results but the food here was great. I haven't been in this pub for almost forty years and it still retains the country village pub feel. All the food is home cooked and the portion size is good, a lot of this type of meal is done to a price and it shows but in this case the food was good and also good value even the mother in law liked it and we will certainly be back

We met up with family from Leeds for my father in laws 80th birthday and had the pleasure to eat at the Anvil Arms. There were 22 of us and all had Sunday dinner followed by puddings. The food was delicious and plenty of choices for everybody. Shiela and her staff couldn't have been more helpful they even had a birthday cake and card for my father in law. Thank you for making it such a lovely day for him and if down in that area we will certainly be calling in as the food and service was first class.

80th birthday for my husbands Uncle and family.Fantastic Sunday lunch for 22 of us.I don't know how Sheila managed to cookAn amazing lunch for so many.Such generous portions of homemade food.Loads of choice , lots of different veg , lovely roast potatoes and new. Delicious gravy and sauces.Puddings to finish again spoilt for choice and absolutely delicious. Coffees and mints to finish. Such reasonable prices.There was a birthday cake and a card from the staff.Thank you so much for such a special day.A day to remember will definitely Be back.Jane

Food was delicious , and both teenagers loved it!! Very generous portions to say the least but please take cash or cheque as they have no card machine.

We booked the Anvil for lunch following a family funeral and for only 75p more than a cardboard finger buffet at the local crematorium we had a wonderful carvery buffet and sweets and cheeseboard for up to 40 people. The landlady went out of her way to make this a special celebration for a lost loved one. This place is well worth a visit for lunch and evening meals.

Very nice old fashioned pub. You don't get to see many proper pubs these days but the Anvil has lots of character.Nice pub with indoor and outdoor space as well as nice duck pond opposite also with seating if you want to walk over with a pint.We had Sunday lunch and the food was good hearty food with plenty on the plate.Worth booking on a Sunday as its very popular.All the staff were very friendly.

Visited on a group visit last week. I had home made mushroom soup (very tasty), followed by Steak & ale pie (superb, meat so tender), chips and lots of veg. Chips home made and so good. Every time we visit the quality of food stands out from a lot of other establishments. Would highly recommend. Always friendly and old world charm.

A family meal to arrange at the last minute in a busy seaside town - we ended up going a for a short trip into the countryside - To the old village of Wold Newton with a big village pond .This is yet again a friendly local with room to eat too - well maintained , clean and fly free which is a bonus at the moment - a reassuringly short menu contained the usual items scampi , salmon, a selection of steaks to a large and meaty mixed grill , the main meals came with a good selection of fresh vegetables , home made ratatouille , potatoes and home made chips - a very nice 14% bottle of malbec was only about £15-00 - well worth a visit but go hungry

Quaint pub with homely food. Busy for Sunday lunch. Service good staff cheerful. Traditional fare, plentiful and nicely cooked.Reasonably priced too.

Decided to give this a try following the Saturday Telegraph review. Was not disappointed, this cosy traditional pub delivered everything we expected and more. Excellent quality food and service, generous portions at unbelievable prices. Will definately go there again.

Wow. What a Gorgeous meal. I had the mixed meat Sunday dinner. A plate full of meat, homemade Yorkshire pudding and as much potatoes and vegetables we could eat. Fed 7 of us with drinks for under £100. Shame I don't live anywhere near otherwise it would quickly become my local every week.

Lovely steak and homemade chips. Landlord and Landlady made you feel very welcome. Nice old pub with a friendly atmosphere.

Great place to eat very friendly staff nothings to much trouble Sunday lunch can't fault it good portions lovely cosy pub disable friendly

Well all the reviews were right what an absolutely brilliant place the food was excellent and portions incredible. The staff were brilliant, nothing to much for them excellent atmosphere, jazz band on when we where there. Sheila should be really proud of what she has achieved. Thank you will be back.

six of us whent on mothers day we had lovely meal could not fault anything meal and service excellent ken baldry hunmanby

We enjoyed a lovely evening meal here last night. The food portions are very generous and it is very good value for money. The service was wonderful and we would like to return in the summer months. Well worth a visit.

Came back to my local pub for the best Sunday lunch! Has the best Yorkshire puddings gravy and roast potatoes!I definitely recommend booking dinner or lunch here Really friendly staff and landlady

We went here on the recommendation of friends we weren't disappointed beautiful home cooked food in lovely surroundings it is very popular so best to book we shall be returning and have already booked our next Sunday lunch

Try to call here for Sunday lunch, at least once a month when we're at home. Welcomed back like a long lost relative on our recent visit. We've been away for a few weeks so unable to get our usual fix of beef, pork, lamb, steak and kidney pud & at this time of year turkey.Landed Friday morning and Sunday lunch at the Anvil Mmmmm. I even had to phone from Florida to book my table but it was worth it.As ever, Shirley in charge, front of house with Richard behind the bar! Not forgetting the all important "Queen of the Kitchen" (mine host) Sheila and her trust team of girls, all helping to make for a wonderful atmosphere in which to enjoy real home made food.We love this place so much, earlier in the year, we held our Ruby Wedding Anniversary party here and Sheila really did do us proud - all without breaking the bank - terrific value for money!I can also recommend the A la Carte nights (Friday and Saturday) but come with an appetite or you won't clear your plate.

The food here is home made and very good quality, but it is hard to get a table as the eating area is quite small, and they do not serve food every day. Tuesday evenings are great music nights with live bands and free home-made chips!

Just had Sunday lunch there and very nice , staff very friendly and food first class, we had a beautiful meal all home made with very nice sweet to follow the main course and all at avery reasonable price

This was our third visit for Sunday lunch and I have to highly recommend this delightful country pub. It has a lovely friendly atmosphere, the staff are very pleasant and the food is delicious! We cannot believe what great value for money it is, we would quite happily pay double.

Best t bone I have tasted excellent !! ,booked the table for 8pm, excellent service and not forgetting great ales

We visited yesterday in a large group of about 40. Service staff lovely and obliging. The meal was home cooked, tasty and value for money. Could not fault anything, perfect. Will be back again.

Really nice pub/restaurant lovely decor in keeping with its roots as an anvil good staff and service ..area Treat

We recently held my Father's funeral here and I just want to say the staff were exremely friendly and helpful. The food served was of excellent quality for a very reasonable priced. The food was mosly prepared on cooked on site too. The location is fantastic with a pond just to the right of the front entrance so you can relax outside on a hot summers day and let the world pass you by. Recommended,

Whenever we visit Anvil Arms we are never disappointed, Sunday lunch epitomises home cooking at it's best. Thursday lunch is a joy, as are a la carte on Friday and Saturday. If anyone is not satisfied then I don't know what they want. Sheila is a cook and not a chef (her own words) so if patrons require prissy dribbles of jus, or four chips stacked, pea purée etc then this is not the place for them. Just honest, locally sourced food, cooked well by a lovely lady, and served by great staff. I think the latest review from a Carole J is pathetic, but there is always one isn't there? However people are entitled to their opinion, but as far as I am concerned the "numbers" speak for themselves. In other words, book early to avoid disappointment!

When we arrived, we were told we couldn't have drinks at our table until the landlady okayed it. The menu was very limited. My husband was 'told off' for wanting a mixed grill without pre-ordering (this hadn't been mentioned) & the landlady moaned that our meals would take longer if he insisted on having it. We waited one hour for the food to arrive. I would be interested to know if this pub makes a profit on food or knows its waste margins as we were presented with a large amount of unnecessary food, such as carrots to go with scampi and gammon. Both chips & new potatoes were served without asking which we required. The scampi was fine but the portions far too large. The gammon was accompanied by a slice of fresh pineapple - lovely! - but it wasn't peeled or cored, yet the scampi had lemon cut into zigzag shapes which made it difficult to squeeze. Why spend time on one but not the other? For some bizarre reason each plate was garnished with one solitary mushroom & two tiny tomatoes, including the mixed grill, which consisted of a large pile of dried meat. My husband praised the lamb but said the rest was overcooked & very salty. It was hard to swallow because there was no wetness on the plate. Less meat with some portabello mushrooms or larger tomatoes would have considerably improved it & cut their costs.We felt that someone was almost trying too hard by adding unnecessary garnishes - a piece of cherry on top of the lemon! - but missing the finer detail like the pineapple. Definitely a case of 'less is more' - it could make such a difference & save a lot of time in the kitchen, which would improve things all round.

Having dined, Sunday lunch, here on many occasions my wife and I decided to ask Sheila to cater for a buffet to celebrate our 40th anniversary. We, and ALL of our guests, were not disappointed!!!There were 30 of us and food enough for an army - all lovingly presented by mine host Sheila Baker. And, even though we paid her 25% more than she asked for at the end of the evening (she wouldn't take more, her answer being, that we "are not just customers we have become friends as well) this represented less than half of what I had been charged earlier in the year (at a local Café/restaurant) for a 90th birthday party and I have to say the Anvil Arms wins my vote for quality, service and value for money! How this lady makes a living I don't know!I have known the owner since she took on the, what was a run down, village pub and single handed turned it into the lovely thriving business it is today. With a regular following for her excellent Sunday lunches - you need to book early, tables fill up fast - to her other weekly specials: Tuesdays live Country sing along, Wednesday afternoon cream teas, Thursday pensioners lunch, Friday and Saturday evening A la Carte and frequent other specials including live entertainments. Incidentally Sheila wa also willing to forgo her Saturday A la carte, close her restaurant and provide our evening buffet closer to our actual anniversary, I have to say, although honoured by the sentiment, the business head on me wouldn't allow her to lose out in this way - we chose Wednesday evening (after cream teas) and had most of the pub & restaurant to ourselves.Every one of my guests have commented on how lovely the buffet was and those who, hitherto, have not been to the Anvil Arms before tell me they will be back!!Thank you again Sheila, you're a special lady and, you helped to make our anniversary celebrations special too.

The meal was outstanding. There was plenty of "traditional" choices and all was served with Yorkshire pudding and plenty of fresh vegetable and choice of potatoes. One course was £9, 2 courses was £11 and 3 courses was £13.

We took our kids (6 and 2 - not shy!) for Sunday Lunch here and had a wonderful meal.The pub is a free house right next to the village pond in this pretty Wolds village. We got there early and it appears we were lucky to get in as I think we'd have missed the boat had we arrived much later - book a table if you can.The pub has a two bar areas and a restaurant and we were seated in the lounge bar. Really characterful inside, it was nice to go into a pub with a traditional feel and no hallmarks of pub chain culture.The menu was all written on blackboards, we had adults' and kids' Sunday roasts and they were excellent. Meat excellent and plenty of it, vegetables served separately were really fresh and again plentiful. Staff were excellent and very helpful.We were full so decided against puddings despite the fact the list was very tempting.Good range of ales on tap, my Theakstons was spot on but they also had Black Sheep and Wold Top on, as well as a decent wine list.There's no card machine so cash only - make sure you bring enough, though we thought the value for money was very reasonable.Seems they have regular pub quizzes, an acoustic music night and just generally a real friendly feel.We hope to be back there before too long!

Had a wonderful Sunday lunch. Food was delicious. Make sure you book it can get very busy. Visited on two separate occasions, in a large group and then as a couple of friends. Will definitely be back again.

Just enjoyed another superb Sunday lunch courtesy of Shiela (mine host and cook). Abley supported front of house by Shirley, Amy and, behind the bar, Richard.Been in Florida for a few weeks so this was my first visit since getting home. I'd almost forgotten what a well cooked, traditional, Sunday lunch tasted like - just like mum used to make!Terrific value for money too. Thanks to all at the Anvil Arms - see you all again soon.