Station Tavern in Scarborough

Proper pub , good beer and food was spot on. Friendly service and nice atmosphere, no wonder its busy, cannot fault.” “Went to this pub last night for first time with friends.staff very friendly

Fabulous transformation of The Station Tavern from somewhere to avoid into somewhere to rush to! New team have made a massive improvement, and turned this venue into a first class gastropub, with great food, excellent drinks range, with welcoming service and attention to detail. Food is beautifully prepared, and delicious. As a resident of Grosmont, this is just what the village has been hoping for... Great job! 5 stars all round - visitors and locals will flock to this newly rejuvenated gem!

The new licensees have made a fantastic start here - terrific change - welcoming, great atmosphere, excellent bar service, and fabulous food - 5 stars all round!

Recommended by friends. First time here with family and friends. Wonderful environment and very relaxing vibe for drinks and food. We ordered brunch and coffee, very good food and great coffee! The staff are so super nice and helpful.

We had just stayed at the Station Tavern Grosmont. The pub had a nice atmosphere and the staff could not have been more welcoming. Our family room was clean and very comfortable after our day of walking. The pub was busy and popular . Food quality and presentation was fantastic. We enjoyed our evening meal and full English breakfast next morning. Overall excellent value and service . I would highly recommend.. thankyou Richard Emma and Ed.

Called into the Station Tavern for a coffee in a "pot" cup instead of the usual paper at the station, and noted some people having Sunday lunch and it looked good. On spec, we ordered, and had a superb lunch, lovely pink roast beef, and eight (yes eight) veg all beautifully prepared and presented, star of the show were the creamed leaks which were delicious. If this is a new management team they're doing something right and we'll be back.

We had two Parmo , chips and salad yesterday lunchtime. On a very wet miserable day we had a warm welcome and the food was delicious. Thankyou, keep up the good work.

The only place open, apart from the railway station, to sit down for refreshments. There's a lot of bleating from businesses about struggling for custom and this one can't be bothered to cater. A sandwich would do.

We have been in for Sunday lunch . Very good ,large helpings young couple now running it .well worth a visit .lovely jubly

Fantastic, very welcoming hoists, nice warm bar, excellent food at reasonable prices, very comfy bed , best sleep I have had in months

We were staying in the area and visited the pub on 3 occasions. We received a warm and friendly welcome each time, and the food was delicious. We were a little apprehensive prior to our first visit because of some negative reviews, however the pub is now under new management- the service and welcome we received couldn’t be further from the poor experiences people have had in the past. Definitely worth a visit.

Visited for dinner last night and had a lovely evening. Food was excellent, people very friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be back!

Had a lovely Sunday lunch with all the trimmings and we would highly recommend anyone to try the sunday roast and we will be coming back again to try the evening meals.

What a treasure we found today! A wonderful village pub with a great friendly atmosphere, fab beer and the most superb ‘Parmesans’ and chips. Jack and Katie took it over 3 weeks ago!! Well done, we LOVED it and will be back.

My wife and I have visited this pub on several occasions in the past, none of them remotely pleasant, due to the previous incumbent. However, we decided to visit again in the hope that things had changed. And how they have! The place felt warm and inviting with a lovely atmosphere as soon as we walked in. The bar has been re-decorated, a real fire was burning and the staff had a cheery smile with a welcoming attitude. We didn't eat here, but the food that was been sent out looked extremely good and plentiful. We only went in for a quick pint, but stayed for many more! We shall most certainly be back again now that Grosmont has a great pub to visit again. We wish Katie and Jack all the very best in your new venture.

New Owners really lovely folk we wish them all the best for the future. Let's give them all our support. Our family are looking forward to coming down to visit the tavern . Good luck to Jack and Katie .

Booked in advance for lunch with friends on December 23rd. Found a cosy, welcoming pub serving lovely homecooked food and a choice of ales at a reasonable price. The home made mince and onion pie was delightful with lovely pastry. Service was friendly and pleasant. Would definitely go again.

If you read previous reviews it is hard to believe the the landlord could be that surly. Trust me- he is. We call in here 3 or 4 times a year when walking and travelling on the NYMR. Took some friends this time and we were spending plenty of money; not just nursing a half until the train came. We were made to feel very unwelcome and that he was doing us a favour by letting us be there at all. Shocking experience. Our visiting friends could not believe it. Good draught beers though.

Stopped in here for a drink whilst walking with friends. The barman/owner is probably the worst I've ever met, unfriendly, rude and seems to not give a t**s about the customers who pay his wages! Will not be returning, will use the Working mens club over the road instead.

This is the second time I’ve had the dubious pleasure of coming across this challenging human. The landlord is unreal. Last time I gave him the benefit of the doubt - this time he doesn’t get that benefit. Asked us if we were Gallon Walkers. Explained I didn’t know what that was. He shouted at me that I WAS A Gallon Walker so I could have a plastic glass or leave! I said that I didn’t mind having a plastic glass if that suited him - but I still didn’t know what he meant. He then began yelling - literally yelling at me that I was a Gallon Walker!! I still have no idea what this incredibly aggressive, unpleasant man was on about so we left and went to the club down the road. Seriously... this joker does not deserve your custom. I actually think he’s mad. What IS a Gallon Walker? And why is this guy so opposed to them? Absolute nutter. He doesn’t deserve your custom. Shame really because the pub is lovely - the landlord is mental though.

We had the Sunday roast was good to have it served on hot plates so the food stayed warm till we finished our meal ,the meat was tender & vegetables fresh not frozen ,staff polite would definitely use again .

Just travelled a long way and went for a pint before checking into accommodation, had the nerve to want served to get a packet of crisps and bag of nuts, he could not have been more irritated I interrupted his 4th fag break in 20 minutes, needs another Landlord that knows what customer service is, we never went back . I highly recommend the Wheatsheaf in Egton. Grosmont is a lovely place, just the landlord at this pub obviously doesn't like humans.

try to avoid this place if you are doing the Coast to Coast. The Man who runs the tavern is souless and really should not be involved in running the business. Its very apparent he does not welcome anyone.

Visited twice in early July 2023 as we were staying in nearby B&B. On first visit we had drinks only. Second visit, drinks and food. Good real ale, pleasant atmosphere. Food was satisfying and filling, though nothing too fancy -- doesn't claim to be. Had previously had a drink here in December 2022, and had no issues then either.

We called in fairly early on a Friday night we hadn't booked. The landlord could probably do with lessons in customer service and turned us away saying he was on his own, there were 2 empty tables in the bar area and the dining area was closed. We booked for the following night . The pie ok but nothing special and the pasta bake was nice. Eventually he came to clear the table we asked about desert and was told there would be an hour wait. Didn't seem like he wanted the business and not very accomodating

Staying close by during our Coast to Coast walk. Knowing the food situation in Grosmont I booked 4 weeks before we arrived by phone at 7.30pm. Arrived at 7pm to be informed that I couldn't have booked as they stop serving at 7. The incredibly rude barman told us we were lying and wouldn't serve us . We left and had to travel to Whitby by train just to eat. Told another couple who we knew, his phone had been hacked and it can't have been him that took the booking??? The lady proceeded to ring his number which surprise surprise he answered. If you get the option while doing the C2C, avoid staying at Grosmont . Stay in Egton Bridge a mile or 2 before .

We visited earlier in the year having travelled on the railway. We we “allowed in” but others weren’t. This time was totally different. When we arrived there were three other people in the pub. The landlord refused to serve us saying that they were fully booked. Really? We only wanted drinks. We went to the local mini market in the end and bought drinks there, in the hour we waited for our return train, we saw two other people go in and leave just as quickly as we did. Sorry Mr Landlord, but you simply don’t have a clue how to deal with customers. Heaven knows how you are still trading.

We approached this pub with trepidation given some of the recent reviews, but as we were in a B&B just around the corner this was the only obvious place to go without driving. The landlord was welcoming however so we ordered pie, chips and peas - now it wasn't actually haute cuisine but it was hot and well-cooked and the chips were especially nice. Two real ales on offer and the one I had was excellent. We called in for a drink only on our second night having stuffed ourselves with fish and chips in Whitby and again he came from behind the bar and chatted with us. he seemed quite positive towards coast-to-coasters (which was not us) and had some staying at the time. Absolutely no discourtesy or unpleasantness. So I'm not sure what's going on - is he very variable or is there some vendetta with untruthful reports?

We are staying in a cottage close to the station tavern and attempted to visit for our Sunday lunch. The landlord made it perfectly clear we were not welcome. We tried to sit down at 3pm to be told food will not be served for another hour and half, when we said we would have a drink and wait he changed his story and told us he is fully booked for the evening and to go elsewhere. There was one couple in the whole pub who had a menu infront of them! We had been warned prior to visiting that the landlord can be a bit miserable and I had read a few other bad reviews but thought we would give him the benefit of the doubt and give the place a try. The only thing I can think of is that we had our 2 children with us. We are staying here for a week but needless to say we won't be spending any money in there and we'll take our custom somewhere that actually wants our custom.

The landlord would appear to hate tourists and walkers a little strange given his chosen location….. he may be happier in a pub on South Bank Middlesbrough. He would appear to discourage walkers and tourists. We live 15 miles down the road and have never experienced such an unwelcome feeling. Upon discussion with locals apparently this is well known….. he just doesn’t like customers, unless you are in his club….. and you wonder why country pubs in North Yorkshire (I was borne and bread here) are closing down because of attitudes like this.

Staying here now and it's great restaurant and hotel. Dinner was great and everyone went out if their way to make it a wonderful experience!

We enjoyed our stay at Station Tavern. The gentleman who greeted us was very kind. The dinner was good and all the staff were friendly. We felt very welcomed to sit in the bar after dinner and enjoy our drinks. The Station is a lovely place to relax after a long day.

Well, I have to be honest, we enjoyed it and found all the staff, including the landlord, great. We’d walked from Goathland to Grosmont and it was a welcome sight as this pub came into view. We were greeted by the landlord, who sorted our...

Obnoxious, idiotic landlord, quite funny to experience really. Wouldn’t waste your time, money or energy coming here.

Incredibly obnoxious landlord! We weren’t able to book in advance because the phone was never answered and messages not responded to. A walking companion kindly booked us in, then the landlord messaged us to ask where we were. When we responded he stormed into the...

Sometimes appalling customer service and obnoxious staff and their rudeness can be quite amusing. This time it wasn’t. Why would I waste my money on bang average food and a man who has a well earned local reputation for being rude and downright obnoxious? Horrendous...

Rogue landlord. Bought two pints of bitter. £4.60 per pint. Minutes later a “local” came in and was charged £3.90 for an identical pint. Super insulting. We’re here for a week, would’ve been in every night, been to Whitby and bought a box of Whitby...

Went in just to see Mr Grumpy but Taf although wasn't happy and smiling was quite civil. Still it's early in the week yet and things may change

Arrived for a few drinks and sat outside on tables near front door. Very few customers present. Kids took out a small pastry as they were hungry. The owner noticed this then called me over and aggressively pointed to a notice about only food bought...

We were waiting for the next train so decided to go in for a drink and something to eat. I wish we hadn't. I settled on a burger after looking at the menu and i was shocked about what i got. The salad came with...

Lovely food in a friendly environment. Veg curry was delicious, best chips I’ve had in ages (and I’m not a chip fan!) Rhubarb crumble sundae was downright fabulous!

Fantastic visit …. Cracking ale and food! Stayed in the village and after a 6 hour drive we wanted a good bar meal and a beer-gin…. After ready no reviews we were not sure what to expect…… however we had a great visit … fantastic...

We were turned away because they 'don't take walkers after 5pm'. After we pointed out it wasn't yet 5pm, we were just told 'no, you can't come in'. Seems we're not the first people to be turned away from this pub too. We continued walking...

Great pub with really tasty, great value food. I had seen the previous review so was a little concerned, but it was a 2 min walk from the b&b we were staying in, so thought we would give it a try. Booked a table, ordered...

After so many negative reviews isn't it about this extremely rude landlord took the hint and leave Grosmont and the licensing trade forever. I have seen for myself the steady decline of surrounding businesses in the village. The railway bookshop and model shop are both...

Worst landlord or pub manager I have ever met, a group of us turned up whilst walking on Saturday 13/05/2023 only for him to refuse to serve, not sure why this was a problem as the pub was empty on arrival, he even refused to...

Hungry and thirsty after a long hike, our group of business colleagues and friends from the UK and overseas were lured into this place. The Manager, a sort of Jekyll and Hide character, did his best to outclass the worst reviews from previous unfortunate victims....

Do the owners of this public house know what a rude and unhelpful manager there are employing. If he's the owner he really needs to do a reality check

Well, what can I say? Nice pint, clean pub. But what about the landlord? Surely, this is a game. What a miserable so and so he is. Turning people away at will who were willing to spend money because they hasn’t booked to have drinks....

We stayed here with our dog for one night during our coast to coast journey. We were asked to sit down and relax with a drink before being shown to our room. The landlord and his wife were both friendly and polite. Our room was...

We stopped here for drinks and food. It's ideally located for the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, being right next to the station. It is clean, has a good selection of drinks and the food was nice. However, as others have said, the landlord clearly hates...

Very nice lunch. Very warm welcome. Was told on arrival only soup and sandwiches available which was fine for what we wanted. Beautiful homemade soup

Entered the historic inn and the landlord found us a table although we had not booked. A lovely evening meal and drink with excellent service, and we shall be back next time we are at Grosmont. Food was very good and shall try another variety...

What can I say this pub is in the most prime location for all NYMR visitors and holidaymakers for the area within the center of the Grosmont. Well kept / clean looking pub ( fire was on ) drink selection to suit most people, we...

This is most definitely a local pub for local people. They will, of course, serve visitors, just don't expect a smile or welcoming hospitality. Range of drinks is what you would expect, all kept very averagely.

We went to the railway tavern for an drink on the way home the landlord was a abrupt but we just wanted to get out of the rain and it served the purpose, inside was lovely and and real fire was blazing which was lovely...

Visited Station Tavern with 6 family members on Friday evening, landlord and landlady were amazing catered for a coeliac with advance notice, food was really tasty, good size portions and reasonably priced. Would recommend a visit.

Went today for drinks and felt it was not very welcoming, the man serving was ignorant and there was no atmosphere, so much so we went outside to finish our drink. Such a shame.

Reasonable sandwiches but meals not very generous, though the granary bread was nice and chunky. Some outdoor seating but indoors is a traditional pub. Service was effective.

Chicken was watery and rubbery, weird. Coleslaw was swimming in dilute mayo. Fries ok. “Steak and ale” pie was at best a cheap cash and carry mass produced beef pie. No ale, minimal gravy. Extra gravy provided was not properly mixed granules. Peas were indescribable....

We where looking forward to have something to eat in the pub but got this stuck up guy behind the counter, we don't do alot for vegetarian only one on the menu. So got some drinks and sat outside, will but this around with our...

We arrived for food with a 14 year old with severe mental and autistic issues we struggled for a few minutes as he had never been in this place before the staff recognised a problem and went above and beyond to help us settle him...

Sausage and chips£7.50 Appeared in a styrofoam tray - just about double figures of them with two sad supermarket sausages. No condiments, no style - Absolute Rip Off!!! Scampi and chips off the same freezer cabinet. Add two pints of Black Sheep - special gala...

What an arrogant & rude chap behind the bar serving yesterday. Such a shame on a lovely day out in a glorious location.

Stopped off for a drink during the NYMR steam gala. Beer was well kept and we sat in the front paved area, great for watching the trains go over the crossing.

Staying locally in Grosmont for the week we popped into pub a few times for a drink and booked for a meal one evening - good pub grub and friendly service

I was travelling through solo. Landlord was rude, deliberately overcharged me for a pint knowing I wasn't local and refused to acknowledge it. Clearly didn't like 'passers through' and was abrupt and nasty at all points. Avoid this place, there's a better drinking house across...

Was down here working found this little gem great food and the staff where fantastic Made to feel really welcome The steak was brilliant as was the lasagne

Good location friendly staff and spacious room. Felt well looked after and will use this venue again. Handy car park and convenient for North Yorkshire Moors Railway.

The only pub in town and a nice friendly local with good beer. The food is very average/patchy. I had a decent lasagne but avoid the veggie pasta bake

Friendly chatty staff, great food and well kept beer. Looking forward to a return visit soon. The Ham salad was delicious,the battered fish was lovely and the steak and ale pie amazing. Hobgoblin and blacksheep ales spot on.

Visited this week a couple of times ,we had a mealone evening, Scampi, very tasty and good value. Visited on a couple of other occasions. Staff are very friendly.

I put a review on last night regarding the previous review, these people as I said before are professional complaints. The woman when asked if she would like more veg asked for peas? The meat was topside which does not have any gristle and was...

Surly management. Mediocre food, and that's being kind. Since Station Tavern is the only place to eat in Grosmont, they don't have to be kind or try to be good. "Take it or leave it" is their apparent attitude. They offer a pasta dish with...

We went here for a family meal tonight, 4 of us, myself, my husband and 2 children. To say the meal was disappointing is an understatement. We ordered 3 adult Sunday roasts and a child's Sunday roast. The meals arrived and all 4 looked like...

my family and my self have just had a fantastic Sunday lunch at the station tavern, only to be spoiled by a family that seemed to be professional complainers. I had the beef dinner and it was delicious.

Called in for lunch but fortunately decided to order drinks first. Beer was sour, took it back to the bar and the feller didn’t believe me since it was a fresh barrel. Offered a half of something else because I’d drunk two mouthfuls. Unbelievable. Went...

not going to repeat what everyone else has said. If you are visiting on an evening just walk over the road to the Grosmont Crossing Club- bar ran by volunteers, lovely people and so much nicer than here.

Just had a lovely roast dinner and a great old pub surrounding. Definitely recommend it if you are visiting the area!!!!

Had lunch here with my wife. The food was good and we were able to watch steam trains go by. Well worth a visit.

Plastic glasses !!! Terrible to drink out of and terrible for the environment. Other customers were served from glass . To serve some customers in plastic and charge the same money is very disappointing. We will NOT be back !

We recently prearranged for a large group to eat here and, after a bit of a communication blip on my part, all was served very efficiently. Thank you for quick service and hot custard with our cheesecake.

Probably the worst service I’ve ever had in a place of hospitality. Food very poor and the service from the barman grim & rude. Probably only a viable business due to the immense attraction of the North Yorkshire Railway station next door & no alternative...

We called for a pint and food after looking around the NYMR, the food was mediocre at best. Ploughmans Lunch at around £11 consisted of a tiny snack pork pie akin to one from well known supermarkets, a similar pre-baked small baguette and small selection...

We called in for drinks whilst waiting for the steam train to take us to Goathland! We sat in the window with views of the level crossing. Overall the bar is traditional, the drinks choice good and the staff friendly.

The barman was confrontational and unhelpful. He refused to lend us a pen due to Covid, but was more than happy to handle our crockery! Appalling customer service and pretty poor coffee to finish off a regrettable visit.

Having visited Grosmont many times over the past 30 years, my early memories of the Station Tavern were positive. It never occurred to me that such a well placed establishment could go downhill; I was wrong. The main problem is the landlord, who is a...

Similar to other reviews in that you are not made to feel welcome. Went to the bar to order a couple of drinks and meals. Were told to sit outside as we hadn't booked, the empty tables inside were apparently for a booking that never...

The barman, who I’m assuming having read the other reviews is also the landlord, is frankly a top class bell 🔔🔚. We stopped here for a pint whilst out on a walk with some friends and partners (all polite and respectable). When two of us...

Great welcome from the host great beer and lovely homemade food steak & ale pie chips and pease with a really raster thick gravy. Good selection of other dishes no complaint.

Rude and difficult landlord, obnoxious to a Belgian student who wanted to charge his phone... Definitely would not recommend, but it's the only pub for miles and he knows it.. As someone has already said here, he needs to get a job he enjoys.

Myself, my dog and a friend stayed here after completing the Coast to Coast Walk. We were made welcome and assisted with our luggage. The room was clean and comfortable. The evening meal was gorgeous home cooked food. I had steak and it was delicious....

Myself and a mate went to the railway for a day out and decided to pop into the Tavern for lunch and a drink, biggest mistake of the day, was made to feel very unwelcome in the pub. Landlord was very aggressive when ordering lunch,...

This was our third visit to the Station Tavern, the pub, rooms, food and drinks are all top class. The food is cooked well and a varied selection. The main thing for us is our dog is very welcome, she even got some breakfast which...

Ordered 4 roast dinners, the cutlery was loterally plonked on the table, when the dinners arrived at the table, we were quite surprised at the small portions, then a small bowl of overcooked vegetables arrived, probably enough for 2 people at most. Rude attitude from...

Seven of us called in for a pint the other day to be greeted with the most unfriendly, inhospitable bar man that we have ever encountered. His philosophy must be that the customer is always wrong. Told us that we couldn't stand at the bar,...

Barman was remarkably unwelcoming and grumpy. In an empty bar immediately after receiving our beers we were told by the barman to get away from the bar and bizarrely used the excuse that they still observed social distancing. As his pint was settling on the...

Lovely home cooked food, Made to feel welcome on a very busy bank holiday without a reservation. Dog friendly.

Went here with 2 friends from Uni as a special treat after exams. I don't really want to go into much detail, as I'd rather forget it, but half way through our meals, my friend had to go to the toilet and was physically sick...

Family visit to Grosmont, stopped for coffee and drinks at the Station Tavern, big mistake. Coffee served black and when asked for milk was told unable to give milk separately as coffee was from a machine. Asked if could possibly give me some milk from...