Old Royal Oak in Harrogate

Fantastic atmosphere with very friendly staff and locals. Karaoke night is a must!

My son and I had a very pleasent stay there. Breakfast was delicious. Thanks for the hospitality.

what a little gem of a place, right in the qaint market square, excellent location, friendly staff, massive breakfast, nice rooms,

Only had a drink in this pub, looks like it's got a good regular scene, place is a bit rundown but the beer was good so not all bad

Impressively decorated for Halloween, but a fairly tatty pub without much atmosphere.

Had a great time. Hosts were very laid back and just let you enjoy your time there. Pub had a brilliant atmosphere. Friendly and sociable people.

LITTLE GEM!!!! Stayed overnight and found the staff very welcoming and helpful. The rooms were spotless and the breakfast was delicious! (and huge - kept us going for most of the day!!!). We stayed on a Saturday evening so breakfast was served on Sunday morning at 8.30am which was perfect for us as there's so much to do in and around Knaresborough! The pub is smack bang in the centre of town so parking outside the pub can be tricky but we found a long stay public car park 5 mins away with loads of 24 hour parking for less than 2 quid - amazing!!!! Would definitely recommend!

Did not stay so cannot comment on rooms. Carvery was generous and tasty

Clean room, comfortable bed. Lovely breakfast.

Lovely place. Serves Real Ale. Say no more. Historic too

Myself and my wife have stayed here once before (nov 23).. 1 nights bed and breakfast, room was clean and a good size, breakfast full English choice of large and small, good quality…. Staff very friendly and helpful…stayed again (may 24)… different room 1 nights B/B…all the same quality as before 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟..Diane good host … helpful and friendly.

Lovely staff, brilliant breakfast, room was clean and had everything provided. Couldn’t ask for more. A great place to stay would highly recommend. Park in the York car park round the corner for £2 a night

Great music and staff so friendly

Lovely room, very clean.think there should be a set price for room only and a set price for bed and breakfast as breakfast is served at 830 am only so if you have come for a rest and you don't want to get up you still would end up paying for it.had a issue with the cost prior to our stay because of recent price increase so our breakfast wasn't included anyway. Because of this found the owner not very welcome towards us. Still had a nice break away.

We have been coming to knaresborough for a number of years now and always pop in a couple of times during our stay to The Old Royal Oak. What we love most is the friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere, the owners are both wonderful friendly people who clearly work very hard. The ladies toilets are spotless, as is the rest of the place and it’s always lovely and warm inside, much appreciated when you’ve been out in the cold! You also get a friendly welcome Woof 🐶 from the family pet, he’s just a sweetheart! Prices very competitive and all round a fantastic place to come for a pint or two. We have yet to eat here but the food looks and smells amazing, so we will definitely be eating here next time we visit! This is a traditional old fashioned pub, just the way it should be!

Spot of family Easter Sunday treats in the way of carvery. Food was lovely, service fantastic what more could you ask for. I had the Turkey which was delicious and then there were 3 other meats to choose from! I have it on good authority from my mother that the beef was delicious. Thank you 😊

Great local pub smack in the middle of Knaresborough! Fun regulars with daft karaoke, entertaining bands and a great team behind the bar. We love the range of pubs in Knaresborough, with modern bars, super traditional pubs, trendy places, sports bars and lively locals, and whenever we visit we always go to the Old Royal Oak as it usually has something going on, and if not the beer garden is a nice place to have a relaxing pint in! The manager in particular is a legend, I've been returning ever since she gave me a Kit Kat chunky on a birthday night out, an act I'll never forget!

Shabby. Loads of negative signage around the walls and outside

Went today for mothers day, staff are lovely and sundays dinner was so tasty meat was cooked perfectly, everything was home made a reasonably priced. Definitely recommended and would return.

We visited on a wet Saturday afternoon in March. Welcoming chat from the landlord and bought a couple of pints.

Just popped in for a wee drink on a very cold day and was met with very kind staff. Lovely old pub. Very warm and welcoming. They also had the cleanest and warmest toilets I’ve ever been in.

Had the Sunday carvery,was excellent. The 2 ladies serving were absolutely amazing.

Great pub in the center of town. If you go I hope the lovely dog friendly lady is behind the bar, She just made the place, so friendly 💯💯💯

Best Sunday dinner in knaresborough

Great pub fast becoming our new local. Fantastic 😊 great old pub.

I visit for a drink about once a week the bar staff including Diane and the owner are pleasant and provide good service with a inclusive vibe when talking to customers

We've been staying at the Old Royal Oak for a Saturday night every January now for I think five years now, sometimes in the summer. We keep coming back as hardworking Rob and Sharon are very welcoming. The pub and our rooms are excellent as always. They usually provide a nice breakfast. Last Saturday though Rob said unfortunately the kitchen is out of use and been refurbished which is good for hygiene and reliability of the service. They've been living on takeaways while the work has been going on. Rob told us about the situation when arrived and we were totally fine about it, and paid a bit less because of that. We were happy to book with them again.

Stayed here for two nights for work. When booking the room on their website, it clearly stated "with breakfast". When I got to the hotel/pub I was informed there was no breakfast due to kitchen cleaning. When I stated that I had paid for breakfast, I was met with a blank, unapologetic expression just re-iterating that it was closed in a manner that I had made a mistake.. The following day, this patern of there mistake being my problem continued, with the statement that I had paid a reduced rate for the room and that's how it is. Once again I iterated that this was their mistake, and due to having to be at a customers early, I only pick hotels with breakfast. As such, it was not the cost that bothered me but the inconvenience although technically acording to there website i had paid for breakfast which they just seemed to ignore. That being said, they are still on the expensive side for a below average basic room with a tiny tv weak electric shower (with leaking surround) and terrible parking. The only slightly redeeming feature was how loyal the staff was to the owner, but unfortunately, this had the side effect of them being unprofessional towards me with only the second member of staff accepting my perspective after producing my receipt. I base my review on staying in hotels everywhere up and down the country, sometimes three different ones in a week, and all in all, I found this to be a poor experience.

Spent NYE there. Lovely place and lovely staff

Entry into the car park rear yard is done through builders type fencing. The pub was decorated like a grotto with local yocals! If you like Kareoke this is the place for you. The rear card was cluttered with garbage 🗑 and an odd smokers tent ! The room was clean but the bathroom was clinical like a care home. Breakfast not provided " Oh we are having a deep clean" says it all.

Lovely clean spacious rooms. Very cosy and warm(had to turn heater off) love the firepit in yard and log burner in outside snug. Staff work very hard. Beautiful cooked breakfast.

Had a fabulous stay. Diane was friendly welcoming and extremely helpful. Room was lovely. Breakfast was amazing and plentiful. Returning shortly with hubby as such a lovely experience

Sunday carvery was amazing and great price, seniors get smaller plate but loads of meat on both , highly recommend

You can tell this is a local pub and feels like a traditional pub. I have not stayed there, so I can not rate the rooms. I will be going more often as it was a good atmosphere.

Found us a table which on Easter Sunday was amazing. Bar staff are great and the lady helping to organise everyone was so hard working but found the time to be a fabulous compare!! We had the carvery which was lovely. Would recommend

Absolutely fantastic Sunday roast. Selection of 4 meats, beef, pork, turkey and gammon. Roast& mash potatoes, runner beans, cabbage, carrots, stuffing, giant Yorkshire puddings and extra thick gravy. All the condiments, Apple sauce, horseradish, pickles ect. Great service, really friendly staff. £11 adults snd £7:50 kids. Can’t cook it at home for that price.

Nipped in here after going to see santa. What a delightful place it was. It felt so homely as if everyone either knew each other or was just super friendly. Staff where lovely, especially Diane who helped our little one with the carvery so us parents could sort our own food out. Little one even called her bestie and wanted to tell her all sorts of stories and she is normally quite shy. Food was also really yummy. 10/10 couldn't fault it.

Came to Knaresborough for a couple of hours. We were unsure where to eat. We made an excellent choice. The Sunday Cavery was fantastic value. The amount of meat was great, it was so tasty. We thoroughly enjoyed it

We visited yesterday for a quick drink, the staff were extremely friendly and went out of their way to show us all the Halloween decorations, very impressive and a lovely atmosphere!

The food was absolutely amazing and the staff is really lovely. The Sunday roast was incredible. Highly recommended :)

The Old Royal Oak - Knaresborough A very pleasant Timothy Taylor’s town centre boozer, close to the site of one of the main coach drop off and pick up points. The bar staff are genuinely thoughtful and considerate. The chap who served me was amused when I noticed that two of the beer pump clips had been crossed over with one another, which was quickly and easily sorted out. Widescreen TV’s and music playing simultaneously though neither was loud enough to be too much of a distraction. Dog Friendly

Absolutely amazing carvery. All totally homemade food, beautiful Yorkshire pudings. Best stuffing I've ever had, absoluetly loads of meat, my mom is 63 and this is the first time in her life she's not been able to finish a carvery! Can't wait to go back.

We stayed here for two nights on our way home from the Lake District. Having stayed in the Lake District we hadn’t really seen anyone as we just went for walks and peace during this difficult time that said we wasn’t given the warmest of welcomes by the landlord he did make comments about travelling during this time. That said the room was lovely and with loads of room. It was very clean. We felt very safe as there was cctv on the car park which my husband was well impressed with as we could see our car on the tv. We had a nice stay. I thought I would support a small business rather than a named hotel. There was no breakfast at this time which we completely understood we found a lovely cafe which was a short walk called Scott’s cafe would recommend.

Called in today for a quick pint and what a cracking little pub. Very friendly bar staff and smashing couple of pints of Timothy Taylor's boltmaker. If you're in the area call in and try it. Observing all covid 19 precautions but still very welcoming in these strange times. Dog friendly as well.

This pub is a real gem. Friendly Landlord and staff. Great breakfast, comfortable room and a good location. Would recommend.

Nice room for a few days at a good price, lovely breakfast with very friendly staff. Mattress in room one a bit lumpy but fine for the time we were there.

Called today for a drink with friends . Gel available felt safe it was clean and areas clearly marked out to maintain social distancing felt as though my health was important to them not just open to make money !!!! Well done

I’ve only given it one star because I can’t give it zero rating, walked in, as soon as he heard our accent, we’re from York, he announce to the regulars in the other room that the virus spreaders were here. I proceeded to cough and splutter through my pint to let him know that I’d heard him. Abysmal place don’t bother giving the horrible man money

food served all day live music on saturday night also bed and breakfast good location open air market on wednesday

1st as a tourist with my girlfriend I found the landlord ok after chatting with him & some customers that afternoon over a good pint 2boot, accommodation was adequate & clean & my full breakfast was tasty & filling,most of all great value for the money.

Appalling visit, went with 22 adults aged 50 plus for drinks, had a nice day out up to this, sensible, polite group just enjoying the sun. The landlord announced I'm not serving f ing tourists, I'm serving the locals, he left a young girl struggling, when he was questioned about his language and awful attitude, refusal to serve or speak to us he said we hate tourists we wish they would f off, he actually used the full profanity, but it wont allow me to type that please be aware, well we did, we left for Leeds and spent our cash there instead and will never return to knaresborough. If that's how he thanks paying customers who are enhancing the trade for them, I've contacted the tourist board, the brewery and a local rag too. He is damaging the opinion folk will have on the town and doing all his other trades people a massive disservice, he needs removing from his position, we were horrified, grandparents, mums, colleagues a CID officer and family all who would've normally gone back and promoted the place unfortunatley he soureded our day and visit, knaresborough is beautiful it does not need him doing this to its reputation and dies, like all towns rely on tourists cash and foot fall. Swearing at adults for no reason at all, we honestly could not believe him. Where , who does he think he is. Please read and do not go in his establishment. Let him struggle with no visitors

Appalling behaviour, attitude and hospitality from the owner/landlord... in disbelief at his rude and obnoxious manner- this landlord would like to hand pick the customers who frequent his pub and if you are not local you aren't welcome.

I stopped in here on a trip too Knaresborough too see Family. What happened next was shocking we had been out walking for the day and only stopped for one Drink. When I ordered at the Bar the Man was awful swearing and saying hated running the place. He was swearing infront of old people including my Gran. We decide against ordering Food. He was Rude, Agressive to Customers I complained and said my Beer didn't taste Right once again he was Rude and said if you don't Like it F **off I ask why he said that too a customer and he said he hates Working there I payed high Prices for the Drink and he spoke too a customer this way in front of Oap customers as well Worst experience of my Life the reason I really hate Living in the Country I Love is Because of people like this.

Stayed for two nights bed and breakfast. Room was spotlessly clean, the breakfast generous and perfectly cooked. I would make special mention to Diane who made our visit very enjoyable with her lovely personality and dedication.

Enjoyed our recent stay very much. Got a warm welcome on arrival and liked the fact the the rooms were in a courtyard, all with separate entrances which meant you could come and go quite independantly of the pub itself. Huge breakfast served up piping hot on a warm plate. great start to the day. The towels were white and fluffy and the rooms were very clean. thanks

After visiting a few of the local hostillerys we happened upon the old royal oak. A great traditional pub with pleasant decoration and friendly staff and locals and great bar.We were immediately made to feel welcome by Lee who goes above and beyond to make you feel comfortable. Nothing too much trouble and a great environment for solo or family visit.Landlord, Andy and Diane need a mention for their welcome and laughs. Back in October as a result of Lee's welcome on our first visit. Cheers!

Felt compelled to write a review after visiting with a group of friends on Sunday evening. From the moment we stepped in, the attitude from the staff behind the bar was intimidating and aggressive. My friend sweetly tried to pet the dog and one of the staff said ‘ well he dunt like her, he dunt like her at all. We immediately regretted giving them our business but we decided to ignore it and enjoy being amongst friends, not possible. My lovely friend started to playfully drum on one of their padded bar stools was accosted by the landlady who grabbed the still from her, slapped her and shouted ‘ Off!’ She then proceeded to aggressively intimidate her from behind the bar, clearly trying to start a fight and made my friend cry. My friend had been smiling at her and trying to say she wasn’t trying to cause any trouble, something everyone who knows her and was present can vouch for.

This is a pub full of real character with a great selection of beers. Definately worth a visit when in the area.

Like a visit to a different era - good 'spit and sawdust' type of old world pub. Good pub grub generous portions! Seemed a popular venue and had a comfortable 'local vibe'Stayed here for 3 nights rooms - though nice were a little tired and the mattress on our bed was ready for a change - but overall a nice stay - would recommend for an over night stay. and the 3 ground floor rooms are dog friendly!

We stayed in the Old Royal Oak for 4 days/3We stayed in the Old Royal Oak for 4 days/3 nights. The lovely, very friendly landlady and landlord made our stay unforgettable. The rooms are clean and you can make yourself a lovely coffee or tea with a biscuit. They serve good bear and other spirits and you can have a lovely homemade meal in the pub. And of course a full English (breakfast) every morning. If the weather permits you can also have your drinks outside. Fridaynight live music and karaoke on Saturday, the local people will join you, so you are made very welcome! Take a look at there website for all the information as I don't know if there is live music and karaoke every weekend. We have stayed in this lovely old pub twice now and we will certainly be back this summer! Highly recommended! nights. The lovely, very friendly landlady and landlord made our stay unforgettable. The rooms are clean and you can make yourself a lovely coffee or tea with a biscuit. They serve good bear and other spirits and you can have a lovely homemade meal in the pub. And of course a full English (breakfast) every morning. If the weather permits you can also have your drinks outside. Fridaynight live music and karaoke on Saturday, the local people will join you, so you are made very welcome! Take a look at there website for all the information as I don't know if there is live music and karaoke every weekend. We have stayed in this lovely old pub twice now and we will certainly be back this summer! Highly recommended!

Sad to say but, not many pubs actually serve food in Knaresborough on a Saturday. So, instead we had a pint in more than one. We found out they only served food Sundays but, once inside seemed rude to leave without trying a pint 🍺😀

Four of us called in for a quick drink and snacks. We were served fairly quickly and sat down for a lovely pint of Timothy Taylor’s and a packet of crisps. The decor was ok but it seemed a bit dingy inside. We didn't eat there but did see four people tuck in to a Sunday lunch. The portions were large and they seemed to enjoy it. As we weren't eating, I don't know what the menu was like.

Large portions and excellent service in an old pub that got stuck in the seventies. The Sunday Roast dinner was from an ancient school dinners recipe where they take perfectly good food and remove all the flavour, vitamins and texture. Oh dear.

Had a full English breakfast all very good generous portion and lovely coffee friendly pub dog's welcome very handy after a look round the Wednesday market.

Fui la última noche para el bistec a 23 libras por noche 2 filetes y una botella de vino de la casa. Excelente comida bien preparada y servida por un personal encantador. Excelente idea que usted puede elegir para 3 tipos de carne y un buen vino de la casa, que no siempre es el caso con estas ofertas en otro lugar muy buena selección de rojo (que todavía no han probado el blanco). Anteriormente, nos hemos tenido que comer el domingo aquí luchado hasta el final se obtiene tanto una comida estupenda, así que recomendaría a nadie a comer aquí y sin duda volveremos pronto.

just spent saturday night in old royal oak. paid £90 for room for two with breakfast and wouldnt hesitate to stay again. The room was really good and very clean it was also in a barn building behind the pub so it was quiet. The breakfast was really good with fresh mushrooms and not the sloppy ones out of a tin also if you have a small appetite you can ask for a small breakfast so the resident dog doesnt have to eat too many sausages. The beer garden is a nice area and the pub is in the flatest and busiest part of town and do cater for peole with disabilities The couple that run the pub are really nice and friendly. Will go back again. The only downside were the mens toilets, very old but clean to be fair the couple have only been in the place a short time and you can't do everything at once can you.

This pub has recently changed hands so when we visited in July 2016 they were not serving food, apart from breakfast. The bedroom in the converted stable block was fine, clean, comfortable and the breakfast was quite good. The couple running it are trying hard although obviously it was early days. I'd have given them top marks for effort, however......after our three day stay, I got home to find I'd left a couple of important items in the room. I phoned and asked if they would post them on to me if I paid the postage; this was agreed; I confirmed my address and waited several days but no delivery. I phoned again; Oh, they were very busy but would definitely post them. Waited another week, phoned again, got someone else who again promised they would definitely be posted. Waited another week. Decided to send a cheque to cover postage to see if that would help but alas, two weeks later there is still no sign of the missing items. If they'd said right off that they couldn't commit to do it, it wouldn't have been so bad but really this has put me off recommending them. Maybe if they read this review it will help?

Teníamos una reserva para un grupo presentado de 7 para un viernes por la noche, cuando llegamos nos esperaban en el bar por unos 10 minutos antes de ser conducido a nuestra mesa. La comida estaba bien - pedí pollo en salsa de hongos - me hubiera gustado que las patatas fritas, sin embargo ya que ith tiene enfermedad celiaca, no podía comer, así que en vez de puré de patatas. El pollo estaba muy bien hecha, pero el puré fue muy decepcionante - desiguales, pétreas y gomosos. El servicio era amable, pero el pub era muy ruidoso y caliente, tuvimos que ir fuera para escapadas. Mi, el abuelo estaba horrorizado cuando su treacle esponja venía con fruta encima! Parte de los niños era generoso, el pastel de pescado langostinos genial, increíble, sobresaliente recocido

Estado aquí unas cuantas veces en los últimos meses, sobre todo cuando he querido comida en un día la Cross Keys no está abierto.

Grandes porciones, encantador y pintoresco pub inglés. Los niños eran recibidos. Lo recomendaría para una agradable comida de domingo.

El antiguo Royal Oak era un lugar encantador para lo mi perfectamente amigos y necesitaba una pinta = en un día soleado. Tienen un bonito patio, y un precioso exterior, sin embargo, frente al interior me pareció un poco lúgubre. Todo el servicio que recibimos...

Todo es cuesta mucho dinero, es limpio y ordenado sin embargo no hay ambiente, quieren su dinero, entonces nada. Si no te gusta, luego deje que es la sensación que se tiene. Así que me fui.

No evening chef during our stay but the breakfast is phenomenal !!!. Will definitely be going back. Don't know what they do to boring mushrooms but they were excellent. Staff are wonderful

Had a lovely two nights at the Old Royal Oak; single woman. I felt totally comfortable at this hotel, the staff very friendly. Would definitely recommend for singles or couples. The hotel is very central on Market Square(if you like markets, every Wednesday from early to 3pm worth a visit). My room was very clean. great power shower(think other rooms have baths as well) All rooms are away at the back of the pub (newly refurbished rooms). If you smoke great enclosed space with heating in the outside cabin- good to chat to people:-) and if you don't there is a beer garden to the rear with parking for guests.. No evening food on when I visited but think this is temporary. Delish breakfast, well cooked, very tasty. Just felt at home and would definitely return. The manager(Sarah, I think?) was very helpful about things to do and happy to talk and interact with clients; lovely person. I would say this is Yorkshire hospitality at it's best. Downside; it rained on my second day.

Good for a local easy Sunday lunch. Staff very pleasant. Would definitely visit again if at home on a Sunday.

Stayed here last night on recommendation from my sister,lovely simple room but with everything you could want.brilliant power shower just what you need on a morning. Sarah the manageress was friendly and helpful recommended the restaurant Hallie we ate at amazing!!! Breakfast was superb plenty full and a good choice. Right in centre so great for everything would recommend

Spent many a time in this pub, landlord spoilt things by baring many customers over minor things.Karaoke was OK, chap who runs the karaoke seemed professional except for a couple of time wasters who tagged on thinking they owned the place. Don't go in this pub if you have standards or are good-looking, the wife who "helps" run the karaoke and I use the term loosely as she's nothing but a hindrance will attack you if she doesn't like the look of you. Weatherspoons has since opened in Knaresborough thankfully, great staff, cheap beer, great quality reasonable not over priced food and non chavy so called staff!!!!!

Tasty food and well cooked, average portions and we had our food within a reasonable time!A big plus for the guy who served us at the bar very friendly and helpful!Well done!

Stopped here for a bite to eat and we were so glad that we did! The food was absolutely lovely freshly prepared and so much on our plates we barely got through it all. The staff were so friendly and welcoming we can't wait to come back here to try more of their food and ales!

First class proper pub grub, staff & management corteous & friendly, incredibly friendly surroundings

My wife of 23 years & I decided we would give the Old Royal Oak a try for our annual anniversary meal, which we did & we will certainly be going back, my wife was hesitant at first as she didn't have to good an experience previously but I must say that everything this time was perfect, they even went the extra mile to dress the table for our anniversary, (I did let them know beforehand) the meal was cooked to perfection, the management & staff were extremely courteous & friendly, this dining experience is wholly recommended by both of us, absolutely splendid

A great place to see the locals exchanging views. No real special ales available. Other pubs I would personally choose to visit above this one.

We visited lovely Knaresborough for the day and decided to pop in. We literally took two steps into this dark, almost deserted pub and were 'welcomed' by a voice swearing at something/someone. As we did a 180 and strolled right back out I noticed one, very old, lady perched on a seat. I admired her loyalty but we couldn't get out quick enough.

Not as modern as the outside , however a very pleasant pub which is all ready for Halloween . Would pop in again for a quick drink.

Looked forward to staying at the Royal Oak after having seen it on TV and read reviews, particularly on food. However, we were very disappointed as at the time of our visit the kitchen was closed the first night, and the second night the menu was so limited we ended up with burger and chips (which was very good) but not what we really wanted, every meal we chose was unavailable. Accommodation was good and staff very very friendly, loved the lady who cleaned our room and Cathy(!) who cooked a great breakfast. Unfortunately, the pub was undergoing renovation at the time so it was quite noisy of a morning, but thats to be expected. Did not meet with the owner at any time. Nevertheless, intend to return with friends for another weekend but would inquire about the kitchen beforehand.

Stayed at the Old Royal Oak for two nights as part of a motorcycling road trip. Parking safely and securely was high on the list of our needs and we werent disappointed, dedicated parking in a safe area. The hosts were welcoming on arrival and were friendly throughout our entire stay, offering much advice on local places of interest. Very happy with the quality of accommodation. The room was separate from the pub, which meant no pub noise could be heard at night from the pub. Breakfast very good, a good plate of English breakfast.

We stayed here for 1 night and the room itself was very clean and comfortable. The staff were very pleasant and the breakfast was one of the best. This is because for once the sausages and bacon were better quality and everything was cooked just right. The hotel/pub is in a great location for the local shops and Castle. The only small gripe was there were limited parking spaces that were in a very tight space, but there is a car park right near which wasn't expensive.

We live in knaresborough but don't go often, however my mother in law was visiting so we went one night and one afternoon. The staff were lovely, the manager maz was so friendly and chatty it really made us feel welcome. We will definitely be going back.

One of the better pubs in Knaresboro. Always some sort of entertainment on a night at weekends. Great beer garden out back in the summer.

nice food and beer,very close to town centre with entertainment......................................................

I visited Knaresborough with some elderly friends, and we decided to have a meal here as it had been recommended. From the time we sat down to the time we left, we were made to feel unwelcome. The staff were unhelpful and surly to the point of rudeness, particularly when I enquired after 1 hour of waiting for our meals. When I tried to point out that one of our party is an insulin dependant diabetic, I was greeted with a shrug of the shoulders. I was then told by the male member of staff that if we wanted fast food, "there's a McDonalds around the corner!" Absolutely appalling, and two of our number were so upset they couldn't finish their meals. I will never go here again.

Stayed here several years while delivering cheese to Yorkshire Show. Past 2 years had music in the beer garden on Sunday afternoon. Great atmosphere. Thanks again Mark and Jean and "Sounds like us". Knaresborough certainly pulled all the stops out for Tour de France.

What a lovely place to eat and drink, food was cooked to perfection. Husband loved his lamb and mint suet pudding, And fresh produce. So friendly when you walk in. Will be back again soon.

Delicious!!! Real Yorkshire Puds! Can reccomend the suet puds - real hearty fare to fill any size belly. Friendly locals to chat to and a good place to enjoy a little musical entertainment. On the whole will visit again especially for the Yorky Puds....

My partner and i loved our stay at the old royal oak.as soon as we arrived we where Greeted by a member of staff who was very welcoming,we where shown our reserved parking space and given are room key. our room was very warm and spacious,clean and modern, the bed was very comfy. we went to the bar for a drink once we had unpacked and we are asked what breakfast we would like and time. we where quite peckish when we got there and had arrived pretty late, they where serving a variety of meals until 7pm which we where very happy about,the food was very nice and had a good price with it. we where amazed at the service and how friendly everyone was, all the regulars made us feel welcome, can't wait to stay there again. will recommend to all my friends and family.

Lovely relaxed atmosphere and cosy pub. Tasty, crispy scampi. Local beers and ciders on tap. A different event every evening, from Psychic readingsto pub quizzes. Very pleasant and relaxing meal.

Old fashioned pub with one of the best Sunday lunches I have tasted. Beef or lamb and home cooked vegetables served in proper dishes. Not a great fan of Yorkshire puddings, but these were lovely a light. Can't fault it.

Food was amazing all home cooked real Yorkshire puddings real gravey (not bistro )Excellent service very friendly owners & staff , very clean excellent place to stay & dine

As per my review of the Riverside Cafe, there are a lack of great eating places in Knaresborough and so this probably accounts for why so many people are dishing out four and five stars for what would be classed as standard venues in any other destination. We headed here for Sunday lunch after going for a huge walk along the River Nidd. The place is a standard pub that was a little shabby on the inside. After asking what the vegetarian choice would be for my partner the barmaid had to go away to ask and see what the chef could rustle up (slightly strange for anyone who visits here who may be a vegetarian also). I chose the beef that was nice and came with a huge dish of vegetables for us both to share. It was a standard meal to be expected from any pub and was not great by any means. It hit the spot and filled a hole, but I would not be rushing back to such a place as it is simply okay. At £7.95 for a meat main and £5.95 for the vegetarian main the value was okay. Would I come back here, probably not.....

Visiting Knaresborough for one night as a lone female this was an ideal pub for me to enjoy a nice home cooked meal.Relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff and locals.