Malt Shovel Hotel in Bradford

Having picked this pub to eat on the first night of our few days away.We ate in here for the last 4 days,picked something different each time i can recommend the fish and stacked burger also 8oz rump.the prices of food and beer not at all bad.would go again when staying in baildon

food delicious more than enough, but very tasty, locals very friendly, except the where wolves. Toilets very clean but for cack stains

Great local pub, in a nice little village centre. Can't fault it. Very popular with cyclists and bikers.

We've now had a few meals here, and they were all excellent. Real good value food, well cooked and hot. Lovely country pub, with a nice relaxed atmosphere. Dog friendly, and lovely seating areas to the front and rear. Hidden little gem.

We’ve been going to the Malt for years but this is my first review of it. Good atmosphere, decent decor and a real, open fire at both ends of the pub (a major plus from me!)Friendly and efficient staff, although a critique would be that although I imagine their black T-shirt’s are practical, they maybe cheapen the overall look and I think a proper shirt looks more professional.Food was good (I had the steak pie and the husbandy had fish and chips). The pie was particularly good although the chips weren’t the absolute best (maybe I’m being picky). Another small plus was that I asked for veg instead of peas and was offered carrots which was good. Peas are, after all, the Devil’s food (especially of the mushy variety) Overall, a great time in a lovely country style pub in the centre of Baildon village :)

Excellent meal with very friendly atmosphere’ top notch food, especially the lasagne. Both scott and lynne making you feel at home every time.

I went to this pub with my wife for Sunday lunch as we had been told that it had recently been taken over by another pub chain. The food was of excellent quality for the price and had been cooked fresh - this meant we had to wait a little time but the wait was worth it. The place filled up quickly with a variety of customers, some eating and some not but the atmosphere remained very pleasant. The staff were efficient, friendly and attentive. We shall certainly be returning in future.

We visited this pub several times over the bank holiday weekend when the Harley rally was on. Despite the queue backing up to the door the staff were great and you got served quickly. We even got back in the queue to order food and thought we would be waiting for ages looking at how busy the pub was both inside and outside. I think we only waited 10/15 minutes and I was surprized when the food arrived so quickly. I had a steak and my partner had a burger. Considering the price we paid and drinks thrown in for under £20 it was very good. The locals were all mucking in clearing glasses for the bar staff. I don’t think the staff stopped working from the minute they opened up to when closied the doors. It was a great place with a great atmosphere.

Lovely cosy boozer, feels like a proper pub. The food is good value, above average portions, and my burger was spot on... Throw in a pint of Carlsberg, and I still had change out of a tenner. Nice chilled vibe, and good service. Ideal for a first date? Not if your hoping for a second one, but if it's a catch up with mates your after, you won't be disappointed

You get what you pay for,so don't expect too much.more of a drinkers pub,it seems meals are at The bottom of the list,they would rather serve pints

Hemos comido aquí varias veces antes, para ser recibido con artículos que faltaban o artículos de recambio de la orden original. No molesten de nuevo para comer aquí. Son en verdad de personal. El chef pobre parece correr tosco y entregar su comida cocinar mientras la camarera soletery solos alrededor para servir a todo el mundo acude corriendo y recoger los platos de otros. utilizado

Fui para almorzar con mi madre y mi padre la semana pasada, la señora mayor que estaba cocinando la comida tenía las uñas sucias y olían como perros mojado. También tuve que enviar la lasaña volver tres veces porque todavía estaba congelada. No es difícil usar un microondas. . Persona nunca más sucia.

Los bistecs eran mal tamaño (más pequeña) de lo que no nos informaron cuando ordene, entonces hecha y nos dijeron que no había más filetes. Salchichas hecha y como ladrillos y la hamburguesa hamburguesa era el rock duro y rancio. Además, reservé una mesa y cuando llegué no había constancia de la reserva.

We went for the christmas fayre menu with my sister and husband and all I can say is the food was fantastic. It was hot delicious and plentiful. The atmosphere was warming and inviting. We were not rushed and thoroughly enjoyed our day. The staff were friendly and went out of their way with service. Hats off for the Malt Shovel.

Helpful and friendly staff. Has been very nicely decorated, has a good choice of beers and wines and serves food all day.

We night out with friends who live in Baildon.

Needed a quick drink and bite to eat before a family meeting in Baildon. The pub is on the main road. No obvious car park but pay and display park near by. Nice pub inside, the bar maid was pleasant and helpful. All 4 of us ordered cheese and Branston pickle sandwiches. We seemed to be the only customers eating at the time. After 20 minutes we were told there was a delay as the bread had to defrost. They weren't allowed to keep bread out in hot weather. 10 minutes later sandwiches arrived. Salad and bread ok but filling consisted lot of pickle and a cardboard like thin slice of cheese. Cheap but not cheerful. Good variety of places to eat in Baildon, we certainly wouldn't risk the Malt Shovel again.

called in for drink and food after a walk on baildon moor, lovely friendly pub and food was really nice.

What a pleasant surprise ... We were greeted with a fresh new menu and enjoy a taster tapas style sampler care of Chief Paul. Pub grub is the best way...with just what I fancied with a pint of my favourite tipple. The belly pork was melt in the mouth and very tasty. Good potions with fresh crisp veg. My friends raved about the steak & ale pie. So rich & succulent. The atmosphere has been greatly improved of late with subtle addition that give a more cosy feel...and it's always a bonus when dogs are welcome.

Went for a nice meal with me and my wife after hearing about this place and when we arrived it was shocking the Scottish gentlemans attitude was disgusting behind the bar towards customers, the toilets were filthy, no food available, and the atmosphere was dim wouldn't recommend visiting in all honesty

good atmosphere good service nice food, drinks reasonably priced, nicer beer garden and a pleasure to bring business.

A village pub offering a good selection of food at reasonable prices and a selection of hand pulled ales. In the winter months there's usually a large open fire to enjoy whilst watching sports on the various TV screens.

the place has gone down, The staff look like they have the weight of the world on their shoulders and no customer service skills. the food was average. Nothing to scream about and presentation was not a thought whilst plating it up. No check backs at all. Smell of toilets and a drab atmosphere. My beer was awful and flat. lines not cleaned you can tell. if they were you need to look at what your doing. No one has any pride at all in this place anymore. Whats happened. As a company you put ammatures into a local village pub. Its not their fault but your research is not being done. This place had life, it had regulars, it was a happy place to go. Its liek the black hole of calcutta with all the shipley scrotes rolled into it!!! Pull your finger out. Make this part of the village again. It wont take much just love the place and it will love you!!!

We have just tried the new menu at the malt and was very pleasently surprised.the pulled pork is fantastic.The place was busy but the food didnt take too long.bar staff were very friendly.The fires were roaring.just a great nice enjoyable visit.defo going again...

We stopped for lunch on the Bank Holiday Monday. We were told that they were busy and food would be up to 25 minutes, this was no problem, the only thing is that it was nearer 55 minutes than 25.Our food arrived, mine, a really good home made Steak and Ale pie, my wife ordered a Mushroom Risotto, which was disappointing to say the least. It was not as described in fact it was Risotto Rice (which she said was good, albeit not as described), with Part cooked Mushrooms on top.

We stumbled across this pub after a long walk and were in need of refreshments. It was the nicest looking pub in the village with the best outside seating area and was open (other pubs in the area opened an hour later) so we stopped for a rest. The bar staff were very friendly and helpful and we had a few lovely drinks. We weren't intending on having food but we got comfortable and then hungry and decided to sample the food and were very pleased. The fish and chips were great. The salad was very different in a good way. If I was to be critical there was slightly too much dressing but that may just be my taste. A very delightful rest.

Called in on a Tuesday Lunchtime we had a warm welcome by the owner who was very helpful with drink and food order. Choice of seating and tvs to watch the footie.Food arrived piping hot and was very tasty. There are a few pubs in the area and we struck lucky by choosing this one.

Thought we would return to this pub for an early evening meal to save cooking. They were advertising new menu for January . Could not see what the difference was though. The atmosphere is a typical pub with pleasant seating , open fire. Ordered ham and eggs with chips. Meal was ok but a bit disappointing - could have tried better with presentation . Service ok and had a few Guinness whilst there ! If you like a drink with basic food ,then you will enjoy.no need to book . Remember there was a couple in with a lovely husky dog.

My wife and i visit the malt shovel and the Angel most weeks, the management and staff make you very welcome ,Friendly atmosphere, nice open fires.Good day in all

Weather poor so decided to try the new menu at this long established pub in baildon. Nice welcome - refreshing Guinness ! Ordered a meal from the menu but subsequently advised many of the entries were not available , which was disappointing. Whilst our alternative choice was ok , plate wuss cold . Choice of sweets were ok although again some not available. In conclusion a good start but before we become regulars for a meal , some hard work needs to be done to bring up to standard.

Now this is one of the best pubs in Baildon. Lovely interior, friendly and helpful service. Plenty of activities such as live football, music evenings etc. Worth a visit !

There are a few pubs in baildon all offering a different experience. This is a nice pub with friendly staff. The landlord and landlady make us feel welcome. We have never experienced any issues with the drinks so I am not sure where the other reviews come from. The food is good value. Whilst we do go in the other pubs this one is our local of choice. Don't be put off by the other reviews... give this place a go and form your own opinion.

Lovely local pub, real fires, proper beer and the best mixed grill for miles. Staff where friendly and accommodating for my two small children. No idea where the bad reviews come from, I take visiting family and friends here for food and have never had any sort of issue.

It's such a shame what has happened to this little pub. All the regulars lost some that drank in there over 40 years. The pub has the potential to be that country pub it was. But it's not being ran. The managers aren't around and don't want to be part of the community. Dogs sat on seats what's going on!!!! 1 staff member on playing on the phone! No atmosphere anymore. It's such a shame. This lady has tried to make a name being tough and it doesn't work in baildon. I'm sure that if you researched the area and what it's about your selection process would of been different. This lady isn't all bad but in the wrong pub and you as a company are losing our faith in what you stand for and losing 1 of the oldest pubs in baildon

This is one of our local pubs & we have eaten here quite a few times with our young children, the food has always been great (the new menu offers a good, varied selection of food) & nothing appears to be too much trouble. The landlord & landlady have always made us feel welcome & taken the time to talk to us. In the evenings there is a good atmosphere, I have always had a great night out & a good laugh with staff & landlord/lady.

Easily the best atmosphere in any of the pubs in Baildon, whether eating or having a drink. But to go there and not eat would mean you are missing out. The menu is excellent and the food absolutely fantastic, especially for the price. I recommend the mixed grill for anyone not afraid of a challenge!

This pub has the best atmosphere around on a thursday and saturday night when they have live karaoke on. The staff and the landlady are the nicest and friendliest people to get on with. Very down to earth and welcoming.

I used to enjoy popping into the Malt Shovel for the occasional pint. The pub was always a bit tatty but served good beer and had a friendly atmosphere. I called in last night - oh dear. Poor quality fizzy lager with poor quality staff who chatted to each other rather than listen to what the customer was ordering. I asked for my order 3 times and it was still wrong and the staff thought I was the problem. Saturday night karaoke??? Baildon is better than this...If you want an enjoyable night out try anywhere else, this is god awful.

After being in the pub for about an hour and a half and not once had we seen the landlady!. My fiancee said she didnt feel well. Went outside and was sick, then collapsed. Whilst laying on the floor in recovery position waiting for the ambulance the landlady came out and started having a go! Saying that we had been in there all afternoon and knocking them back! When the paramedic checked over my fiancee he suspected some form of poisoning. Either drink had been spiked or dodgy alchohol! He wanted to move my fiancee inside. The landlady heard this so desided to go and lock the door and wouldnt let us in. When one of the barmaids went round the back and opened the door she was sacked On the spot! Obviously the landlady was hiding something! She then started unessesary arguements with everyone. This is the worst behaviour from a landlady I have ever seen and so much for a duty of care for her customers. the paramedic agreed! Luckily my fiancee turned out fine. Wont be going there again whilst she is running the pub!

Great quick service. Friendly staff. New menu had so much varied choice. Food was fabulous. Great pub food! Recommend for a quick bite to eat.

We visited here whilst on holiday. The cheap and cheerful food and drink were lovely and the Tuesday pub quiz was a giggle. Would recommend.

We stopped here not realising how far we were from our lodge, it was a great little pub! We sat right next to the big fire and ordered food and drink. We had a massive baguette and chips which was lovely and a pint and it all came to under £12, what great valuable! Folks behind the bar were really nice and helpful too. Definitely would go back here! Worth a stop!

Nice friendly little pub with friendly staff. Seems a popular bar with people of various ages in it. Not bad at all and while i didnt eat seemed to offer the usual pub type menu