The Boathouse Inn in Bradford

Visited on a snowy, freezing cold day, The bar was empty ( it was only nearly lunchtime), but it was lovely and warm, and staff were very welcoming. The place is dog friendly, but the must be on a lead. At that time of day and being empty, there wasn't really much of an atmosphere. But with its location by the river and having food available in the bar and restaurant, I am sure that the place changes considerably. If you want comfortable seats, the bar is not the place to be. The chairs and tables are all of the high type. I didn't go into the restaurant, so I can't comment on that. What did come as a shock was the prices, £26 for 2 beers, a coffee, a wine, and a short! If that's winter prices, I don't dare to wonder what they are on a hot summer day, down there by the river? Needless to say, we only had the one and moved on to somewhere else.

Called in after a day out walking , lovely place with good views of the river and countryside, friendly staff and nice atmosphere,loved the fire for a walm . Ordered the vegetarian roast dinner,which was baked feta with apricot roast,tasted really good ,was spot on for the price.

Went here with Family and had a good time. I got the vegan enchiladas and they were okay but the pies are lovely!! nice staff too :)

Excellent find. Lovely food. Dog friendly and very scenic view

Realty good food and lovely to have the dog with us

What an absolutely amazing place. Fantastic staff and service. Prices were low for the high quality of food served. Out of the 4 of our party, not a single complaint was had. Will be coming back for a Sunday roast many more times. Thank you guys!!

What a fabulous place. We were there to meet friends earlier in the day and later to have dinner. We booked dinner for 7 people but other friends joined us for drinks and the staff were wonderful friendly and accommodating, nothing was too much trouble. Location and views are great and the whole place is clean and well looked after. The food was very good and reasonable prices. We had lots of different dishes, all really tasty and even a sausage on a tray for our dog. Plenty of veggie and vegan Wish it was nearer to home as we would definitely be regulars. 1st class in every way. Thank you 🙏

Great spot. Staff were so friendly and helpful, made a real fuss of our kids. Nice food in a lovely atmosphere by the canal.

Fantastic visit to the boathouse today. Food was tasty and portions generous. Hospitality and servicewas absolutely fantastic and really made our visit feel special. Staff couldn't do enough to make us feel welcome. Thank you!

Visited The Boathouse with my daughter and granddaughter on a Tuesday afternoon . Difficult getting the pushchair down to entrance die to the stairs . If there was a slope entrance we did not see it . Once inside the staff were great . There's a really good choice of local beers including a couple of Timothy Taylors . Food wise I had the pork pie and mushy peas and we also had a caeser salad. Both very tasty . I recommend a visit to The Boathouse when you are next in Saltaire .

Highly recommend the pie and peas

Was up here for the Saltaire Festival, and this pub was just across the river. It's in an awesome location situated right next to the river and across from a field. Has a lovely outside area with plenty of seating. Staff were friendly and it has a good selection of drinks. They do sell food but I didn't eat here. It does have a little bit of the "chain pub" feel which i am not too keen on but that's more of a personal preference. I would come here more often if I lived in the area if for nothing else than the lovely sound of running water outside from a small nearby waterfall.

Reservado en TripAdvisor y llegado directamente de nuestro viaje de 200 millas desde Gloucestershire. Fabulosa ubicación aprovechando al máximo The Aire y Roberts Park. Los ÚNICOS puntos positivos. Almuerzo de domingo de mala calidad. La comida escondida bajo un pudín gigante de Yorkshire. Carne de cuero e insípida que estoy seguro que hasta Islandia o Aldi se avergonzarían de llamar suya. El lugar parecía popular, sin embargo. Sin embargo, la mesa adyacente de ocho chavs jóvenes malhablados no ayudó al ambiente. Es evidente que deberíamos haber reducido nuestras expectativas.

Lovely food and lovely service! Had the roast beef sandwich which was delicious!

A nice pub restaurant. Busy early evening on a Friday but quieter as evening went on. The food was great especially the steak, chips a little overdone but ok. Good choice of dessert. Gluten free and vegan options. Service was excellent.

Nice lunch with a friend. Booked a table. Had a dog sitting noted it on the booking.

Amazing location with views over the river. Good menu and excellent range of drinks.

Called for lunch and had the steak pie which was honestly the biggest and the best one I have ever had. Excellent service from the young waitress and very reasonable prices. Will definitely visit here again. Would recommend booking a table in advance as it got very busy.

Lovely lunch. It's a lovely place to meet up with my son for food and a catch up. It's dog friendly too.

Nice place at the side of the river. Very little parking which is only available on certain days.

When booking our table for 4 mentioned we would be having a couple of drinks before ordering food said not a problem. After arriving we got our drinks sat down at our table. After 10 mins they came for our food order, I mentioned we was having a couple of drinks before ordering food, 10 mins later back again saying they want our order they have a booking for 21 who will be ordering food. We said its OK we was ok waiting.We was still waiting for one of our party still to arrive. We was told we had to vacate our table by a certain time was not aware about that when we booked. Felt very uncomfortable and rushed as they kept coming to our table to make us aware, Including the bar man. We was away with 10 mins to spare. Why do they do that we was aware of the time scale after we arrived just let us relax and enjoy that time, that's all I ask.

Delicious Hot cappuccino beautiful views

The Boathouse was packed giving an indication how good this place is. The food ,service was first class.

One of my regular spots, lovely selection of beers, superb cappuccino, friendly personnel, not too bad for a quick bite and amazing views! Recently renovated with additional tables, better food choices but still cozy 😉

Food is absolutely delicious and Angela is always welcoming

Nice pub in the riverside plenty of indoor and outdoor seating

Ubicación encantadora y buen servicio, pero la comida era decepcionante. La hamburguesa era promedio pero las papas fritas eran insípidas y poco cocidas , las enchiladas vegetarianas se congelaban claramente y luego se calentaban lo que las hacía secas y duras, el relleno estaba OK. ¿Por qué el personal le pregunta cómo está su comida y luego se ve decepcionado cuando les dice que no era buena? No hay oferta para reemplazar / reembolsar. No volvería

The sticky toffee pudding is to die for ...

We are regular visitors here as live locally. Came in for Sunday lunch today. At 5pm we were told there’s only chicken left. We accepted this and ordered. They take the money as you order. Waited about 25 mins which was ok but the food was terrible this time unfortunately. Every single item (meat, roasts and Yorkshire) was overcooked. All I could taste was charcoal burnt taste. Staff don’t act bothered. Nobody asks if everything is ok. Not good service to be honest and food really disappointing. Wouldn’t eat here again. Especially Sunday roast.

The sticky toffee pudding was terrific. It's worth coming here for that alone.

Brilliant place very efficient friendly staff !!!

Came here on a late Saturday afternoon. Had the soup and a salad. Both were delicious.

We had lunch reservation for 16 people on Saturday 28th September. The staff were welcoming, the food and drinks served quickly nothing was a problem. Well done The Boat House.

Lovely riverside establishment, great food, service and really accommodating (was able to fit 17 of us in for lunch and managed to get everything to us we ordered with perfect timing, highly recommend for a quick drink/refreshments or if you are looking for good food!

Riverside restaurant with a beautiful view of the river

A great bar with a wonderful view.

Called in yesterday ordered 2 pints of beer they charge £13 ,that's a complete rip off he food is extortionate I won't be going back

Really busy bar /restaurant- good service nice riverside location !!!

A gem of a place ! Lovely food ! Polite service and great location !

A really nice pub with great view on the river. I loved the fact you could sit under the tree shade, inside or stand by the river. Great coffee! I was a bit sceptical, but was amazed with the coffee Josh made :)

Cozy upscale pub on the Aire River located between the river and the canal, and just across from Salts mill in Saltaire. They have a variety of seating, indoor and patio areas, all with a great view of Roberts park. An excellent place for a romantic date or a casual business meet up. Fabulous desserts...

A little more expensive than pub food but very good quality and ample portions. Also lovely location. We had never before but would definitely return.

Muy agradable pub / restaurante junto al río Aire, con agradables vistas, buen servicio, menú diverso. Usted puede elegir Inglés tradicional, pizzas, Punjabi tradicional! Elegimos los currys y los disfrutamos. Encantado de poder tener a nuestros perros con nosotros. Nos hicieron muy bienvenidos.

Encantador entorno al lado de Canal, gran elección de bebidas. . Excelentes vistas. . Ambiente agradable. . Vale la pena detenerse. La comida se veía muy bien, aunque no comimos . .

Good pint of Timothy Taylors Landlord.🍺🍺🍺

Lucky for me I live just a stones throw away from The Boathouse. My visit was on the August Bank Holiday Monday 2024. Not only was it lovely to catch up with my partners brother. But to look out over the river Aire @Roberts Park whilst Saltaire Cricket Club played a cricket match on the very same Park. What's my point am I getting of the point of reviewing The Boat house experience that I had on that day. I guess if I was to bullet point this experience in order to try and get to the point as it were. 1 friendly staff 2 lovely pint well two pints Saltaire Blonde 3 quality food Pie N Peas 4 idyllic location 5 I will be visiting The Bathhouse again 6 I recommend that if you have not frequented The Bathhouse before put it on your list of pubs to visit

Pub/ bar overlooking the river Aire, a few local cask ales and the usual larges. In a nice setting with outdoor area . Worth a look.

Very great food fresh love it!!!

Great pub, dog friendly and very reasonably priced and tasty food

Overpriced very few customers £6 for a pint what a joke!

Always enjoy the Boathouse. The food is lovely and the staff are kind and friendly. We've visited twice now for family events and really appreciate the food and the space to enjoy our family get togethers.

Sat outside, order seemed to be taking a while. Went inside to check and it had been ready some time ago and they hadn't bothered to bring it out. Food ordered was GF and DF, when it came out it was incorrect and was covered in cheese. Advise caution visiting here if you have allergies. Kitchen staff said they thought Dairy-Free meant no eggs!!

Only stopped for a coffee but other people had food & it looked good. Nice view

What a gem of a restaurant on our visit to Saltaire- very friendly staff and the food was delicious. We went for the curries as recommended by the waitress and we even had the chef explaining how he made them - they certainly didn’t disappoint.

lovely atmosphere, welcoming friendly helpful staff, delicious food, value for money and look forward to seeing you again very soon.

A group of 11 of us all had a main course and there was not one complaint.

Lovely on a summers evening pints are a little expensive but worth it for the views on an evening 😊

Another beautiful tranquil place to have a drink instead or outside with wonderful food

Lovely setting outside however the drinks are quite expensive

A group of us had been to Salts Mill then to The Boathouse Inn for lunch. Very good menu. No parking as it's near the canal.

I have worked in Saltaire for 23 years and I am ashamed to say that my first visit to the Boathouse was last Friday. It absolutely won't be my last visit. The food was absolutely lovely, between the four of us I had a chargrilled chicken caeser salad, friends had chilli and rice and enormous pizzas (they were given boxes to take the rest home - you need a big appetite!). The lovely young waitress made sure that everything was fine for us and was so friendly and welcoming. See you Friday coming

Food was alright for pub food. Staff are pleasant and good service. A nice place to drink by the river with views of the park.

A great place to meet someone for the first time.. and a great place to meet someone for the best time..

Little pricey but always good food. Beautiful view of the river

Really good roast dinner. Finally somewhere that does proper thick gravy.

Friendly atmosphere, pleasant staff and good service

Punching way above it's weight, this was a lovely pub. It has a local pub feel but the food and beer are great, easily standing shoulder to shoulder with some of the gastro pubs of Leeds. The pie I had seems home made and the beer was lovely, with great table service. We will certainly be coming again.

Excellent food, staff and chilled

Llamé para el almuerzo, ya que es compatible con perros. El tipo que toma las órdenes era amable y servicial durante todo el tiempo. Los precios de las bebidas son normales, definitivamente promedio para la zona. La comida estaba deliciosa, cocinada bien, buenas porciones y no es caro. Recomendado si estás en Saltaire y necesitas un lugar para comer / beber, justo al lado del río y el canal.

Great place to eat with lovely views of the river and its wildlife. Excellent food and very good value. Highly recommended 👌

It was a little bit cold so bi folding door not open on to the riverside so no real atmosphere. Just a lot of noise and the decor doesn't give ant reference to being nautical quite bland really 🤔 .

Great food, overlooking the river and park - lovely views

Security guard was rude and wouldnt let my daughter use the toilet when i was sat outside waiting for my drinks🤬.

Favourite spot at the end of nice walk around the park/canal/river

This recently refurbished traditional pub and restaurant is located in Saltaire between the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and River Aire. It offers lovely views across the river to Roberts Park. The saff are friendly and helpful and the quality of the food and drink are excellent.

Very expensive beer and cider. Rosie rhubarb cider £6 a pint!! Best get Saltaire Blonde £4.60

Excellent service, great food, and staff were all lovely and very helpful 👌🏽 😊

Came down 2 nights ago about 7.45pm to have a meal,got told they had stopped serving food 5 mins ago,its advertised food served till 8.pm,was very disappointed,no reason from staff why there was no food and staff were not very friendly,here on holiday and wont be back

Nice family restaurant. Food was good. The views and outside area is amazing. Had a hen do meal there

Amazing steak pie proper home cooked food delicious 😋

Lovely food in a lovely setting

Expensive drinks. £8 more here for 4 drinks than we paid in any pub all weekend. Sat outside on a lovely hot sunny day but due to the shade of the trees it was really cold. Dirty tables full of empty glasses and bottles. Not for me.

Good food good service and a good atmosphere and good surroundings

Good beer, Wetherspoons level food. Fish was 90% overdone batter, spam fritters were soggy, chips were ok. Overdone dried out veg, cheese and onion pie was ok, good pastry.

Excellent food and staff. Very nice location next to Robert and very picturesque. Would deffo recommend booking in advance to ensure you aren't disappointed.

We loved the Boathouse Inn - excellent food, large servings, nice view of the canal and park, gracious service (thank you, Alison!).

Visited here on a holiday to the Yorkshire Dales. Wonderful location, friendly staff, great welcome, and great service.

We hadn't booked but 8 of us had lunch here. All meals arrived together and we all really enjoyed all our food. The staff were friendly, helpful and efficient and we agreed we were all impressed. I would definitely recommend this riverside pub which also has outdoor seating.

Lovely food, dog friendly and great servic3

Took over 15 minutes to get served at the bar with 3 people queuing, then proceeded to wait 45 minutes to an hour for some cheesy fries and halloumi fries, poor selection of lager bottles available also. Wouldn't say the place was overly busy when we arrived considering they had 3/4 members of staff on the bar and at least 2 other staff members collecting glasses/walking around. When he finally brought the food over, he said that he didn't write our number down which is why our food took so long but never apologised just said thank god that he found us. The menu is very basic and really poor service pretty much self service as you have to go back inside to get your own cutlery etc and dispose of your own food etc. Whilst we were sat down outside we heard multiple people complaining and by the time we'd received our food, a guy on the next table was complaining about there not being service outside anymore to which an older staff member replied that it's busy and told them that they now couldn't have food at all outside. Rude staff, food wasn't anything spectacular for the prices, poor service and atmosphere wasn't great, Won't be returning.

It's £6.50 for a pint of Moretti and attracts the kind of crowd that thinks queuing single file at the bar is the correct way to do things.

Really nice restaurant on the banks of the river overlooking Roberts park. Good to relax after a walk or bike along the canal, with loads of seating and outdoor space.

V nice place and service - right by Aire

Lively inn overlooking River. Very helpful and efficient staff, reasonable prices. Definitely will get returned visit.

Nice little place down near the river, found while visiting saltaire for the first time. Food is great with lots of choices,prices pretty decent too Friendly helpful staff Will be going again

Lovely riverside pub. Small stand-up area outside. Think its walking access only as within Saltaire model village

Highly recommend the burger and fries meal here. The fries were beyond divine. The staff are friendly and helpful, there's a gorgeous view from the waterside tables and the place itself is very comfortable. Will definitely return.

First time at this place. Nice food, we will be back at some point. 3 of us are vegans

Stunning, didn't sample the food but great choice of beer and my wife loves the hot chocolate.

Really delicious ham pie and chips, excellent service and lovely views.