Bay Horse Inn in Ryedale

From the warm welcome on entering, the excellence of the front of house and waiting staff to the amazing food. The smoked haddock and cheese souffle was sublime. The lamb dish was cooked to perfection. I look forward to my next visit.

Visited here with my wife to celebrate our anniversary. One of the best restaurant meals I’ve eaten in a long time. I had the duo of lamb with the rump done to perfection, (pink not bloody) and my wife chose the cod and prawn therefore, equally well cooked. Puddings were great as well. Staff really friendly and attentive. Very reasonably priced. Overall a great dining experience!

Booked in advance as we were in an Air B n B down the road, good job we did as this place is soooo popular and we could see why. The landlord was lovely, very welcoming and funny. We had some drinks and then ordered our food. The waitress was his future mother in law and the chefs were his fiancee and her dad. Everyone was so welcoming and friendly. The Food was exceptional and we had 3 courses because of this. Could not fault our evening,

The food and accommodation is 1st class for the price much better than expected. Good selection of hand pulled ales although a little colder than i would like but thats a very little petty groan. They were very welcoming to us and our dog. Cleanliness and decor was of a high standard.

Visited the Bay Horse at Ravensworth with my girlfriend at we both had a lovely meal. I had the chicken breast and she had the Halibut both dishes were great. Only slight criticism is the fish dish came with chips when other potatoe options may of been better. Leave room for the puddings, Creme brule and the brownie were literally the best puddings I've ever had at a restraunt. The staff were really friendly, would definitely comeback if in the area again.

My wife and I, with friends, have just eaten a Sunday Lunch at the Bay Horse and the food was truly excellent. The service was of the highest quality and the Staff were friendly, attentive and jovial. Dine here without hesitation. Lynda, Sue, Kevin and Bryan

Absolutely fabulous. It should have a Michelin star the food was that good. Anyone looking for a lovely country pub. With lovely staff. Then look no further!

Really friendly welcome set the scene for a most enjoyable meal Well stocked bar and extensive menu Comfortable dining room Can genuinely recommend the garlic prawns and the smoked salmon starters both delicious The fish grill was generous portions of perfectly cooked halibut, sea bass, cod and prawns. The hake fish was really lovely as indeed was the tempura bass and prawn with Thai salad Good meat options and vegetarians amply catered for creatively Looking forward to our next booking

Really excellent food and friendly service. We had mains and dessert, with two kids eating off the children's menu. All food was delicious and generous. Staff were really friendly with good selection of local drinks. Would definitely recommend it!

Called on chance for dinner and received a very warm welcome. Lovely country pub in beautiful village setting. Great food and service.

Great menu options. Starters, mains and desserts were,without exception,delicious. Friendly and expert staff. Nothing was too much trouble. Great atmosphere. Despite being busy it did not feel at all frantic. Really enjoyed this visit here.

We have visited The Bay Horse before and always receive a friendly welcome. The food is always well presented and fresh. Service is good with a good choice of menu, wine and ale. We will certainly enjoy and look forward to visiting from time to time in the future.

Had a fantastic Sunday lunch in this wonderful country pub. The roast beef dinner was amazing with a great selection of seasonal vegetables, roast chicken really good and I absolutely enjoyed my beef bourginon pie. Desserts were brilliant too. I must also compliment the friendly staff and it was nice to thank the chefs. Super meal!

Really great food (we had the lamb and the beef), meat cooked to perfection. Particularly liked the veg as often lacking in quantity/variety nowadays...leek gratin especially yummy. Really friendly staff giving a very warm welcome, will definitely go again.

Having decided it was time to spend a few days in the wonderful hamlet of Kirby Hill, North Yorkshire, we could not pass up the chance of sampling a meal at the Bay Horse in Ravensworth. It was Valentine’s Day but the pub wasn’t going to get carried away by the hype and delivered exceptionally tasty, hot, satisfying food. The service was outstanding, the atmosphere warm and friendly and we could not be more impressed. I would thoroughly recommend taking the time to sample the food served in this bright and wonderful ‘real’ pub.

What an absolute Gem the bay Horse is. It has recently been refurbed and it really is a superb restaurant to visit. It is privately owned and you can tell this as soon as you enter. There is a warm friendly greeting as you enter with a bar stocked with beers and wines for all tastes. The staff are extremely nice and the food menu is good , varied and served to the highest quality. We couldn't fault it all, I would recommend booking as we only just got in but it was well worth it. Excellent location, excellent food and service.

Excellent food , served very quickly,by very couteous staff, and in a very friendly atmosphere.I hope you will have a similar experience.

A very agreeable evening, greeted with warmth and welcome and an amazing menu. It was a lovely atmosphere in the snug, where we were seated. We chatted with a couple at a nearby table and really enjoyed the conversation. The food was superb - no other word for it. The family that now runs the Bay Horse deserves every accolade that comes their way. Simply fabulous!

Really lovely atmosphere. Friendly welcoming staff. Seperate bar and dining area. Good range of food on the menu. Staff are attentative. Offered a seat in the bar to enjoy a pre meal drink and a chance to read through the menu. Order taken in the bar and then when food was soon to be served, we were taken into the dining area. Really tasty food and not your average pub meal. We will be back. 😊

Very welcoming and friendly staff on arrival. We had mains and desserts for four adults and two children that were all well presented, good portions and very tasty. The beef bourguignon pies were absolutely delicious as was the cheese souffle. All of our meals were faultless and highly recommended by all.

From the greeting as you walk in to the cosy bar area. Lovely restaurant ambience. Food piping hot and whatever means more than delicious! 1st of 3 evenings booked. Even lucky to have booked Xmas Eve. Also booked next years cottage to frequent 2024 December. Sits so beautifully in the village of Ravensworth.

We were staying at the nearby West Layton Manor (fabulous place) for my husband’s 70th birthday, with family and decided to book an evening meal at the Bay Horse. As soon as we walked in we were greeted with welcoming smiles from the staff. Our meals were served quickly, presentation was faultless and everything was cooked to perfection. Good sized portions and thoroughly enjoyable. All the staff were friendly welcoming and efficient. We would definitely visit again and would highly recommend this establishment to everyone.

Another excellent experience at the Bay Horse, Ravensworth. Such a lovely warm welcome. Perfect service. Sunday lunch food to die for. Must return in 2024 during the week to see whatever delicacies are on offer. Highly recommended. Go on, give it a go. The family and team will love to see you.

We returned to the Bay Horse to celebrate a birthday and had another brilliant meal with attentive, friendly service. This is probably the best place to eat in the Richmond area. We both had the Swordfish which was terrific. There is a lively atmosphere which adds to the dining experience.

A special Birthday night out for my partner and our two friends. Delicious food, beautifully cooked and presented. Good sized portions and really tasty. All the starters were good but a special mention to the Black pudding and Haggis. The steak and kidney pie was rich, tasty plus had a little pot of gravy to pour - chose or not to . Nice touch. The cod and prawn in a Thermidor sauce was mouth watering. Honestly , everything was just perfect. We’ve had a few disappointing dining out experiences recently but we will definitely be returning for the Weekend menus. The waiting staff were so welcoming. The mid week menu is pared down slightly

Very friendly staff and lovely food. We stayed at the west Layton manor and this pub was recommended to us. It is a nice choice for dinner. We both had the tomato soup to start with which was very nice and for mains we had the steak and kidney pie which is a huge portion and the sword fish. Their cofee is amazing. We would recommend this pub.

We thoroughly enjoyed our trip as a family to the Bay Horse. The staff and food were exceptional! Our lovely waitress was so welcoming and helpful when taking our order (our group has a lot of allergies/intolerances to consider so we’re a pain!) The starter we had was the tomato soup and it was one of the nicest I’ve ever had; and the whole bowl was deliciously hot! My main was the steak - adapted for my gluten intolerance and it was cooked to perfection. For dessert I had a white chocolate and orange creme brulee- WOW. Yet again, another 10/10 course. My parents, partner and Nan all thoroughly enjoyed their food choices too. And I recommend the Malbec 🍷✨ A huge thank you to the chef and kitchen team- you did a fantastic job. Front of house made our meal really enjoyable 🥰

Could not fault any aspect of our lunch. Food was excellent, service was so obliging but not intrusive and the ambiance delightful. Looking forward to returning to try the midweek menu.

Wonderful service & warm welcome upon arrival. Excellent Fish & Chips & Steak & Kidney Pie. Couldn’t fault!

First visit, but definitely won’t be last, food was excellent, staff very friendly, with a very warm welcome.

The warmest of welcomes from lovely attentive staff. Good selection of Ales and wines. Sunday lunch was lovely, enough choice to satisfy any group although we all opted for main course beef. Served with home made Yorkies roast potatoe, mash, cheese sauced leeks, peas, and a medley of roast veg, extra gravy no problem. An extra roast potatoe would have been welcomed by those with bigger apetities. Popular starters were tempura prawns and fish goujons although there were plenty of options. Sweets were a triumph, an outstanding lemon raspberry and amaretto triffle, a whisky glazed bread and butter pudding two of many choices. If you journey out along the A66 please park carefully in the village and respect the residents space. Your journey will be worth it. Will we be back absolutely.

Absolutely wonderful pub Incredible food and absolutely exceptional staff. All attentive and go above and beyond. Food was amazing I highly recommend

Outstanding - terrific welcome, lovely food particularly the fish. Very rapid service and the wines were excellent and fairly priced. We will be back!

The swordfish was exceptional, as was the fresh fruit pavlova dessert! All the staff were very polite and friendly. Has a very cozy atmosphere… would very much recommend to anyone passing through.

Tried here twice this month for Sunday lunch and not disappointed - our new favourite in the area. This visit I had the best chicken liver parfait i’ve ever had! soo tasty I lapped it up. For main I had roast chicken breast - beautifully seasoned and proper mash with pig in blanket and stuffing, roasties and Yorkshire pudding. Unfortunately both visits too full for desert. Defo our new go to place - staff very welcoming and friendly

Amazing food and lovely staff, would definitely recommend and 100% visit again. The Chargrilled chicken was lovely.

Absolutely wonderful place, the best greeting we've had in a long time, hospitality 5* and the food is really good, great atmosphere and the service was excellent. We would highly recommend a visit to this great pub, all pubs should be like this one! Thank you - we look forward to returning soon. Michael & Belinda Cluskey, from Huddersfield & Bev & Dave Hughes from Richmond.

The food and service was outstanding. We really enjoyed the evening. We each had a starter and a main course, we shared 3 bottles of wine and the bill was not extortionate in our opinion. The service was relaxed and friendly. It was lovely to go somewhere different and experience very good quality.

Absolutely fantastic! The atmosphere, food and staff were amazing. We couldn’t fault anything. A beautiful little gem of a pub; we are so pleased we visited whilst staying in Ravensworth! Thank you 😊

We had high expectations for the Bay Horse after reading previous reviews. It is a nice pub (although lacks atmosphere) and the food is good, but not exceptional. A nice meal out but not memorable, although the staff were lovely.

Fantastic meal! Such a cosy atmosphere, great service and great food. What more can you ask for! Would definitely recommend!

Had a fabulous evening meal at this lovely family run village pub. I had the lamb rump whilst my husband had calves liver. Wonderful service, food amazing, beautifully presented and complemented by an extensive selection of local real ales and wine. The owners have worked really hard with the pub and deserve all the credit they get . Can’t recommend this place enough was our second visit whilst staying in nearby Richmond 😀we will be back !

Great service, fabulous food and good value for money. Couldn’t fault anything. Barrett’s used to be a favourite of ours. I think we’ve found our new favourite place! Thank you for a great evening

Excellent warm welcome on arrival, lovely atmosphere and decor, fantastic food, impeccable service. Really enjoyed this and will definitely make this a regular thing !

Visited multiple times since it’s reopened, for drinks & food - cannot review this place highly enough! Most recently enjoyed the roast dinner, which is honestly the best Sunday lunch we have ever had in the UK. The portion sizes, including all the sides was much more than sufficient & the food was of a very high quality (as it always is). Top class selection of local ales, very strong wine list & incredible food every time!

Visited as a group of 10 for Sunday Lunch for my husband’s 60th birthday. The food quantity was amazing. All served together and piping hot. We all ordered a good selection and everyone was happy 😃 Definitely worth a visit and we will 100% be...

Wow wow wow We were made so welcome at this beautiful family run country pub. A huge thanks to (I think) Sam’s father in law, who was so kind to open the doors a little earlier than opening time. We took a walk too gauge...

The food was delicious and really well presented. Great selection of food and drink too. The staff were very friendly and we felt very welcome. Would eat here again!

Where do I start? Firstly in that I'm a little bit ashamed that's its taken me a year to write this review, having frequented the pub regularly over the past 12 months! Be that for a mid week pint in a friendly homely atmosphere, or...

We are frequent visitors to Ravensworth as we have a mobile home there. And whether we’re staying there with family or friends we always end up booking the Bay Horse for an evening meal or Sunday lunch as the food and drink is outstanding. My...

This place really deserves all the 5 star reviews. We were welcomed and served by lovely staff. A relaxed and friendly environment putting all their guests at ease. We visited on Friday evening whilst staying nearby and got talking to a local who goes every...

Amazing service and food, great hosts. Place is transformed, large portions and great beef. Black pudding starter also a favourite.

Sunday lunch at a wonderful family run pub. From arriving and feeling like family to the AMAZING Sunday lunch, would recommend again and again. I want to love to Ravensworth so I can come every week!

We visited as a group of 8 for Sunday lunch in September. The food was outstanding, excellent quality and plenty to choose from. The service was warm and friendly and the atmosphere was so pleasant we moved into the bar and spent the afternoon there....

Visited as a group of 7. Service was welcoming and just the right pace. Selection of food was great, generous portions particularly of desserts and all was very tasty. Nice selection of fish and sea food too. Highly recommend.

The staff were amazing and attentive The menu was varied and very good Very good price The only downside, very noisy

Had a delicious meal at The Bay Horse while visiting a friend who lives in Ravensworth. She’s lucky to have such a great spot on her doorstop. The food was honestly some of the best I’ve had from any restaurant! I had the smoked haddock...

Such amazing food. Really lovely atmosphere and the staff are all so friendly and go out of their way to be helpful. Thank you!

Welcoming hosts nothing was too much trouble . Food was absolutely amazing and service second to none! I would highly recommend going here for a meal and can’t wait to return again soon

Fabulous food, amazing staff, brilliant night, will definitely be back. All four of us really enjoyed our dining experience.

Best Sunday Lunch we have had out in years. Generous portions and perfectly cooked with super selection of vegetables and delicious gravy. We were served by a lovely, smiley and professional girl called Hope and other equally friendly and efficient staff. Taken us a while...

Sunday lunch with the family . Service was super friendly and efficient . Food was exceptional - the beef was fantastic . This was our first visit but it won’t be our last - will be back soon

Delicious food, great wine, and excellent service with a smile. Solid 5 stars and very much worth travelling to.

Excellent dinner - the whisky glazed bread and butter pudding is fantastic and yummy. The service is very good and staff very friendly

Booked in for food with friends to celebrate a birthday and the recommendation didn’t disappoint. The atmosphere was buzzing and the pub had a great welcoming feel. The food was amazing and we had planned to head off elsewhere for drinks afterwards but chose to...

We had the most fantastic meal at the Bat Horse last night. All 6 of us had the best meal & the service was great . The specials were mainly fish , but I could have ordered any of them . The staff were very...

Lovely food excellent service. Limited menu when we visited on Thursday evening. Only down fall we had a lady who only eats chicken but no dish she really liked so went for scampi and did not like the skinny fries little crunchy. The rest of...

From arrival we had a warm welcome to departure, this was a fabulous experience. Our meal was excellent, the hosts very friendly and welcoming, and the pub is small with traditional features. Very clean toilet areas. Every single course (we had 3) was delicious. We...

My husband and I had driven up from Norfolk and we were staying at a farmhouse B&B a few minutes away. We needed to find somewhere to eat and called The Bay Horse just after they had opened at around 5.10pm. They were able to...

So glad we came here for Sunday lunch when visiting the area. From the beautiful hanging baskets outside to the friendly staff inside we had a great experience. The food was home cooked and exceptional quality including the vegetarian option. Nice beer garden at the...

Lovely country pub set in a picturesque village. Friendly welcome Happy colleagues. The food was amazing I had a lovely cod salmon prawn gratin. My other half had the homemade pie he can be fussy but he said the pie was lovely. We didn't have...

From the time we entered, the staff were friendly and very efficient. We sat outside in the sun in a beautiful garden where we enjoyed a drink prior to our lunch. The meal was fantastic - to say the least. We all thoroughly enjoyed a...

Absolutely amazing 100% in every way staff were so polite and helpful, the food was just out of this world! Would definitely recommend and will definitely return.

You won’t be disappointed! If you love good food and a lovely village pub, this is a must. Family run and you can tell they love it.

WE visited this lovely pub several years ago and were not impressed BUT WHAT A CONTRAST now. We were greeted with a smile and made very welcome. The food was superb. I was taken by surprise at hgow good it was. The service was very...

Amazing little village pub run by a lovely, friendly family! We were staying at West Layton Manor and booked here for our evening meal. Beautiful weather meant we had a leisurely walk from the Manor to the quaint little village (took 25 mins, don't let...

We enjoyed a wonderful lunch at the Bay Horse. We both had the Sunday Roast which was delicious with lots of vegetables too. A very friend and dogs are welcome too.

Set in a beautiful village, a delightful pub with the most charming hosts. We enjoyed it from start to finish. Delicious food. One for your wish list.

Went for dinner on our first nights stay at West layton manor, a beautiful old wordly village pub, lovely and welcoming, we ate at 5.30 as the whole place was fully booked for meals, very popular. We were shown to our table by a charming...

Not to be missed. Food delicious, piping hot, tasty and portion sizes perfect, and great value. I had the cod goujons for starter. Batter was light, cod was fresh and tasty. Chargrilled chicken was delicious the Parmesan salad and sauce were to die for. Great...

Came here and had two meals one on a Saturday evening and the second for a Sunday lunch. It was a lovely cosy atmosphere and the food was amazing. All the staff were friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend visiting here and we will definitely...

Very friendly welcome to the local village pub and restaurant. Great decor and service. Food was excellent. We both had meals from the specials menu (halibut and fish trio). Best meals we have enjoyed for a long while.

Beautiful food, lovely staff, can't do enough for you. Celebrated my 60th birthday with my girl friends. Black pudding with haggis and chutney was amazing

What a brilliant country pub this is! We were staying locally at the excellent West Layton Manor run by the same family and were keen to try it out after a long drive up from the south coast. Really welcoming and friendly staff, some fine...

We stayed in the small village of Ravensworth in a cottage facing the The Bay Horse. Several evenings we just dropped in for a pint before dinner & found them very welcoming/friendly. Tonight, our last night in the village, we dined there. We were really...

A perfect country pub, great atmosphere, good range of beers (& wines) and excellent food. Unfortunately the country pub is a dying breed. It so good to see this pub flourishing. It’s great for the local community and for visiting guests What more can you...

We popped in to the pub after a visit to mainsgill farm just for a drink . We thought village pub is this going to be like American werewolf in London where the villagers all go silent as you walk in . Much to our...

Early evening meal for four of us. First time at this venue. Warm smiley welcome from all staff, very attentive service, then to top it all the quality of the food was excellent too. We shall return!

I could wax lyrical about the Bay Horse, the food, the décor, the staff, the ambience, the whole lot. This has to be one of the best places we have eaten in a LONG time. The food was outstanding. I had the 3 game roast...

Visited today for lunch and it was one of the best Sunday lunches we've had in the North East. A friendly welcome, quick service and very accommodating! Menu choice was excellent and varied and you can tell the ingredients are high quality. A tasty roast...

Had a great family meal here today. A beautiful newly refurbished pub / restaurant. Super menu, fish, meat, great pies. Lovely surroundings, excellent service, a great pint of old Peculiar! Family of 4. We had the burger. Steak and Ale pie, chicken, crumble,. All superb!...

We visited here last Friday evening,our first visit since The Bay Horse opened.As soon as you go through the door the place has a lovely atmosphere.Its busy,friendly and welcoming.It is everything a village pub should be.Great staff and excellent food.We had the steak pie and...

Amazing food, quick service and a lovely family run pub with a great atmosphere. Would highly recommend this little gem , with great desserts & incredible mains!

For me and my husband this was our first dinning experience at the Bay Horse Inn, we found this gem through staying at our favourite B&B West layton Manor When u drive thou the little village Ravensthorpe. you already feel miles away from the busy...

Visited on the recommendation of our air b n b hosts. Such a lovely pub with warm welcoming staff. Food was fantastic. Would recommended to anyone staying locally or passing through to visit and to book in advance!

The best food I have eaten for a long time, together with a truly warm welcome. The quality of the food was simply amazing at what is a very reasonable price! Pheasant for me, Calves Liver and Bacon (and onion rings) for the wife. We...

So good to have quality food back locally. Sunday lunch was superb from the fish starters, the black pudding and haggis through roast dinner, pies and fresh fish to the simple but skillfully executed desserts. The sauce on the seafood thermidor was so tasty, I...

Stayed at West Leyton Manor and ate new years eve here. Very friendly welcoming and cosy pub. I chose the black pudding and haggis starters yum and steak pie chips and peas for main. The pie needs to be entered into competitions as it is...

LARGE family meal here (17 of us!) and we were catered for and accommodated wonderfully. Everyone loved all their food, service was excellent and prices very reasonable. Strongly recommended.

6 of us stayed in a nearby converted barn and this bar become our local during our stay. On the friday a couple of us were a bit worse for wear and the staff were amazing. Thank you for looking after us and feeding Jet with doggy biscuits.Oh and your chips are amazing!