The Buck Hotel in Richmondshire

Limited starters and only pizza for main course. No mention of this when we booked. Waitress forgot to bring menus and take order. We had to chase. Only 2 choices for a bottle of white wine. Took 45 minutes for starters to arrive. We should have left.

Booked the Buck three weeks in advance because the menu was varied. When we arrived we were handed a menu of starters & just pizzas. Three of the five starters were unavailable & two of the pizzas. When my calzone pizza did arrive it was burnt and I mean I had to chop the top off to find very little filling. Just lots of dough. Really disappointed as I had booked my last meal out for a while with my sister who has cancer. Very poor

Rang to book a table and was not told they only serve pizza. When we arrived it was too late to go elsewhere. Surprise Surprise we had a pizza. It was poor. Seen more filling in a tooth. The place was deserted and I know why. RUBBISH.

We have been to the Buck twice in the last week with different members of the family who had travelled a distance. The first time on a Sunday we waited 1hour 10 minutes to receive our meal. When the meal finally arrived the Sunday dinners were good but the wait was terrible and we were not served in turn. The three chidren were fed up and starving and had a late 2 hour journey home afterwards.In the past we have enjoyed meals at the Buck so on Saturday, with different visitors, we tried again having been promised the service would be better. The drinks were served quickly but that was it. The menu was entirely pizzas with some starters and a childrens menu. One of our party is vegetarian and there was only a starter suitable for her. After an HOUR we finally got the in adequate food, despite promises that it would be quick. Perhaps they were trying to be kind saying that they could accommodate us but they should have said they were not serving meals because of staff shortages (1 chef only). All our party had to eat extra food when we got home. We will not be back until we are reliably informed that the place has improved a great deal. Very, very disappointing.

Never seen such a small menu Gould not even offer a cheese sandwich Pizzas only or a small range of starters so starters it was

We ordered 2 pizzas for takeaway, they were EXCEPTIONAL ! This is the kind of pizza we LOVE. Super fresh, zero grease. Great quality ingredients. Staff were professional and friendly. COVID guidelines were strictly in place, which definitely makes us feel comfortable coming back for a sit in meal. We look forward to tasting the rest of the menu and have high hopes, as the standard served to us has set the bar high. Great job

This was our first visit on Sunday to the Buck since it was reopened. We thought we'd try the Sunday lunch and how pleasantly surprised we were with the quality. We'd always liked the buck and it's homely tasty menu coupled with the cosy atmosphere in the bar by the open fire. But they have now taken the food to another level. It was superb, great choices and quality. It puts The Buck up there with the other quality local Sunday lunch venue's. It may be a little more expensive but it's worth it!!

We live 2 minutes walk from the Buck, and have watched skips filling up over the past couple of months so it was with some trepidation we decided to have a lunchtime refresher alter the weekly market. Inside it was much the same but had had a general freshing up. The young staff were welcoming and friendly but Covid regulations reassuringly seriously. The beer was fresh and bright and we were told it had been re-piped. The offerings were Landlord, Blacksheep, Wainwright, Old Perculiar and a red Shepherd Neame- something for everyone. The light bite menu looked tempting as did their own range of speciality coffee. The black board menu had pub favourites, but the main menu bead definitely Italian, plus a Sunday lunch menu all again tempting but perhaps a bit pricey for some people but reflect the cost of running a pub in the Dales. However if the quality is good they could be good value and we intend to give them a try soon.

Popped in on A Sunday night in March and expected one man and his dog. Was quite busy with a bunch of people having a pool tournament. Nice atmosphere. Traditional Yorkshire Inn feel in the front room. Bar, coal fire etc. Had black sheep ale and was a perfect pint. They do the usual hearty Inn menu but also a separate pizza and kebab menu so popped back for tea the next day to eat a home made pizza and cheesy home made chips. Spot on! Also a bonus for being dog friendly and a regular having a friendly dog to meet visitors!

We booked table for dinner weeks before our arrival and specifically asked to be seated in the dining room, but when we got there, we shown to a table in the bar as the dining room was fully booked. That was a disappointing start to the evening.Service was slow and the atmosphere was not welcoming.The food, when it arrived was not inspiring and my pasta dish, which, although tasty enough, was swimming in so much oil that I had to leave half of it.I know there had been flooding in the area so it was not surprising that the place was not 100%, but there is no excuse for dirty, sticky tables and poor service. It’s a real shame because we have eaten there many times in the past, however, based on this experience, we are unlikely to return in a hurry.

Came here for lunch today with a friend & her dog, lovely old traditional pub which I love, the landlady was very friendly & chatted with us about dogs etc, I ordered butternut squash & sweet potato soup which was really wholesome & delicious, followed by ham cheese & pickle crusty sandwich served with hand cut chips & salad garnish, absolutely yummy we thoroughly enjoyed our visit here & Charley was treated to a Boneo from the landlady, we will return when in the area which hopefully won’t be too long

Good local, surprised and how busy it was on a Friday evening in Jan. a warm Yorkshire welcome and good beer at the end of a days walking. We did not eat here but plenty where and it looked good pub food on offer

Stayed there the 26 of october had great time beer was good food was excellent not a bad choice ,room was cosy an clean staff friendly , breakfast was plentifull will be back soon pub has character

Came to Reeth with my husband and decided to go for a drink and bar meal at the buck but looking at the staff and chef we thought they looked dirty and decided against it! We came a few years ago and the pub was amazing then! But I wouldn’t recommend it now such a let down for a country pub!

Having walked from Keld to Reeth I had been craving comfort food. It doesn’t get much better than giant Yorkshire pudding with sausage, mash and peas all drowning in gravy! Washed down with a very nice Malbec. Waiters were both very friendly.

The buck is a warm friendly busy little spot, dog friendly with a good size menu, hand pull beer and always open

Spent one night in Reeth while walking the C2C and chose The Buck to satisfy our hiker hunger...was not disappointed at all. Very welcoming, nice dining area and wide variety of food offerings. We choose the Lentil Moussaka and a pizza. The chef really got creative with the moussaka... fantastic flavores. Couple of glasses of wine and that was a wrap on the day.

Stopped here after a walk in Reeth for some lunch. Lovely homemade steak and ale pie with great short crust pastry and lots of steak! Very filling and tasty. Friendly staff. Nice coffee.

Very accommodating landlady and a well run establishment with personable and caring staff. Nice log fire in the bar area. Good quality beers and good range of evening menu from tasty pizza, kebabs, pub classics and specials all at reasonable prices. Rooms were more than adequate, comfy beds and pillows with the usual TV and tea/coffee facilities in the room. Walking boot friendly in the pub area.

Ideal spot on the square of the village of Reeth Was upgraded to a great big room, fantastic Comfortable, clean , what more could I ask for Lovely breakfast , thank you

Turned up at the Buck Hotel for an evening meal, there was 9 of us we didnt book in advance. The restaurant was full for early evening meals, however we were promised a meal around 8pm. It was worth the wait, staff were very accommodating and we manage to get a table about 7.30pm. Varied menu and everyone in the party was happy with their choices. Food was delicious and good value, service was excellent. Very happy to recommend the The Buck Hotel for meals.

So good we ate here twice on our 3 day break. Old pub with a lovely feel, no music or TV's just people enjoying each others company, some great food and a good pint. Very doggy friendly too.

We called in at The Buck on our Coast to Coast walk. We did not stay there but we had a drink on arrival in Reeth at one of the outside tables - very pleasant overlooking the village green. We also went there for drinks in the evening and for a pub dinner. They offer all of the usual pub food, e.g. fish and chips, steak and ale pie etc. As far as pub food goes it was very good. It has a cosy bar and the people are friendly. It was a very enjoyable evening.

We stayed on Saturday night as we are getting married at Bolton Castle in a few weeks so wanted to check out the area as lots of us are staying in Reeth for the weekend. Our hotel room was really lovely, it was so spacious very clean and the comfiest bed I have ever slept in. Beautiful bath overlooking the village green and lovely little extras like cake & biscuits. We will definetly be staying again.

I had dinner here on a Tuesday evening: one of their pizzas with a pint. Service seemed a bit haphazard but food was good, there was a good choice of beers and a lively buzz around the place

We love it here. The staff are so friendly & the fish and chips are the best pub fish & chips anywhere. We always come back here whenever visiting Swaledale.

Arrived a couple of days after the awful floods. Received a very warm welcome on arrival and an upgrade to a super room. Food in the pub was excellent and breakfast freshly cooked to order. A very pleasant stay.

We went in for a quick meal but the service was slow and for some reason they expected to serve the starter with the main course! Staff were not up to speed and poured wrong drink

I went to the garden party that was held last weekend with my family. It was a lovely time and there was plenty of entertainment for the kids and adults! Everyone was very friendly and it was so nice to see everyone laughing. My kids really enjoyed themselves. I would love to see more of this type of thing held there!

Me and my family visited the Buck Hotel this weekend for their garden party, It was great fun. Games for the kids, live music and food and drink stalls. The staff and volunteers made us feel very welcome and were having a fab time themselves. We will be back if they hold another event.

Attended the garden party last weekend, what a beautiful event, the atmosphere was amazing, the work that had gone into putting the event together and the transformation of the garden was incredible. I love that this pub and the event is all dog friendly and is always very welcoming and a homely feel. We had food at the event and it was beautiful and perfectly cooked. The staff where amazing and so helpful and friendly. Kids where welcome at the event and it was lovely to see so many younger faces too. A real homely and welcoming environment. I hope there is another one soon. Thank you for all your hard work and effort. It didn't go unnoticed.

The pub was lovely and the beer was nice. Unfortunately we found the food to be pretty dull and not very good. The steak pie was very dry and we have to ask for more gravy and sadly even though the chips were homemade they were a bit undercooked and hard. The fish batter was a bit soggy. However the service was good and the staff were friendly enough.

Very good pizza, had the Mediterranean but omitted the Courgettes and Aubergine, added Jalapeños, Chorizo and Pepperoni, thin base and a little spicy it was an excellent choice, would definitely recommend it, convenient for a takeaway.

We ate here twice during a recent stay in Reeth. The pub has a nice atmosphere. Staff were friendly, helpful and efficient. Food was reasonably priced and we enjoyed the steak and ale pie, the fish and chips and an excellent chorizo and black pudding pizza.

Had a meal recently at the pub and really did enjoy it! Got the fish and chips and would definitely recommend it. They have a wide range of gins to choose from too

For some reason Reeth was very crowded that night but we were able to convince the manager to allow us to use a table that was reserved for later. This pub served quite amazing pizza especially for a pub

We ate here both nights of our stay in Reeth; going back the second night as we enjoyed the first! Good pub food and really good local beer - just what was needed!

Sunday evening but Sunday lunch .. really lovely meal and very much enjoyed after a long day walking!

Decent food, but nothing special. Friendly service at a reasonable price. Good choice of ales and wines. Ideal place for lunch.

Nice food and friendly staff. Big menu with traditional pub grub and pizza and other popular food. But it can be difficult to get a table. We managed to eat here twice, but were not able to get a table at two other times. Think they had a problem with enough kitchen staff. Wise to book.

OK but don't look after you unless you are local, we are coast to coasters and they are only bothered about locals 😕

Lovely friendly pub and great meals, pet friendly too. Recommend this pub for anyone staying in Reeth or nearby.

Food was good poor selection of choice fish or fish and scampi pie or sausages but the chips were proper potato chips

Not eaten here - just went in for beer, but there was no warm Yorkshire welcome - if you don’t enjoy your job LEAVE or Cheer up, its the customers paying your wages!!!!

We are regular visitors to the area, having use of a holiday home near Leyburn, and the pubs in the area are amongst the best in the land. Unfortunately, this place was way off the mark. Called in at lunch time for a pint and a half of real ale before heading out on our walk. Over £7 for the round seemed expensive but hey ho. Decent pint if I’m honest. No issues there. Young lad behind the bar far from engaging with a couple ahead of me who tried to engage him in conversation, but again thought no more of it. 11 miles and a few hours later, returned to the bar ravenous, having seen the lamb shank on the menu which we both fancied. Managed to find a table inside and although far from busy, that and a number of other tables were filthy. Mrs B was driving so off to the bar to be served by the same young bar man. Attitude was far from friendly, and had to really bite my tongue to not tell him to cancel the drinks order. Back to the table. Young waitress, far from busy, walked past a number of times and looked at the mess on the table (ketchup wrappers, dirty cutlery and pizza cutter and dirty surface). After 15 minutes with no sign of the table being cleaned, walked out. Would have happily spent a good £70 by my reckoning, but your staff are letting you down in the attitude stakes. There are far better pub options in the area where you don’t feel like an inconvenience to the young staff.

We visited this pub on a recommendation from our accommodation hosts and we were not disappointed! The pub was warm, friendly and served the most delicious food! We highly recommend and hope to return later this year. Make sure you reserve a table as they get snapped up super quickly!

I quite frequently eat out and enjoy 'pub grub', so it is always a great to find a slightly different menu. Food here was very good, well cooked and imaginative. I remember it being similar when I last visited some 4 or 5 years ago, which impressed me.

We booked a stay for our first wedding anniversary.the staff couldn't do more for us, the pub/restaurant served delicious meals and the breakfast in the morning was the best we've had in the dales.

A well run Hotel. Dog friendly in bar area. The food was hot and well presented, large portions and cooked to perfection. A very popular place to eat.

A truly memorable + enjoyable stay. Beautiful location, wonderful hotel, comfortable rooms and lounge areas.

We come here often and have never had a bad meal or bad service. The portions are generous, food is always hot and tastes absolutely gorgeous. The takeaway pizzas are amazing as well, as are the kebabs. Definitely recommend a visit if you are in the area!!

Simply Superb !!! Everything was just perfect in every way. All three courses were truly exceptional - the quality, the presentation and the service were beyond all expectations!

There is a great fireplace with good fire going on your entrance. Welcoming bar staff and very good beer. A comfortable atmosphere and we were lucky to meet the hosts - wanting to ensure our visit was a good one. Well worth a visit

This place came recommended when we rented via Airbnb. The food was lovely, chips good, pie very good and staff nice. Nice big open fire, and toilets were clean. Would recommend!

We had dinner here 2 nights during our week long stay – first night it was lamb meatballs in a very rich tomato sauce for me – very tasty with a kick of spice - my wife fish + scampi with chips – again well-cooked and hot to the table – the second time was early evening on New year’s Eve – I went for the bolognese pizza with a cheddar cheese topping – unfortunately it had a soggy bottom - however the topping together with the crispy edges made for a tasty meal – my wife had the pork loin which was very good….

We stayed in reeth for the weekend and ate here on both nights. First the beer was excellent and the food was also excellent. The pub was warm and welcoming with a lovely fire which was needed with the freezing conditions outside. Would definitely recommend.

We visited the Buck Hotel last weekend for two nights . We wanted a relaxing weekend in the Yorkshire Dales and we were not disappointed. A very friendly place with great staff , good food , a clean and spacious room and the best roaring fire . We will return.

Ate here on Bonfire Night and watched the excellent fireworks whilst sitting outside after which we had a meal inside the hotel. The food was very good, different beers were on tap and the service was friendly and attentive. There is also a wide menu choice although vegetarian options are limited. Overall am pleased to recommend and as frequent visitors to the area we will undoubtedly be back.

Called in to Reeth with my wife and granddaughter for something to eat after a day in Richmond and wasn't too taken by the competition and plumped for The Buck instead and we weren't disappointed.

We went as a family The hospitality was great Wide variety of beers Food was not the strong side of this place Hamburger was over well done

We ate at the Buck while staying in Reeth for a few days. It’s a great pub with good food, a lovely open fire and friendly staff and locals. I had a nicely cooked steak, my wife had lamb shank, the kids had lasange and sausage and mash. The food was great and there was a good selection of local beers. We’d go back if in Reeth again and recommend it highly.

First time at the pub for dinner and there was the best lamb shank dinner on the menu. Ate here a couple of times during the week plus went to the pub for a glass of wine. The landlady and landlord were exceptionally attentive as were their staff. Thank you for a great time.

The fish duo was excellent. A large portion of fish in batter along with breaded scampi with chips and mushy peas. All well cooked and very tasty.

We went to the Buck Inn after a walking at Gunnerside Gill (recommended!).

Called in for a quick drink on a Friday, early evening. The Buck was very busy with lots of people eating from the varied menu. Service was quick and efficient and friendly.

Jag bodde på hotellet och puben erbjöd mat i trevlig omgivning. Den verkade vara populär och välfylld.

On a recent mid-week break we called in for some pub grub. We ordered three starters and three mains and a round of drinks. All were served quickly and were well presented. The bill was a reasonable £70, thank you the Buck...

Stopped in for a drink and meal after another leg of our C2C walk. This place is centrally located. Serving good 'pub' food. Warm and friendly environment. Stop in and enjoy!

We had a quick beer - Theakstons pale ale here at the end of our walk and before making our way to Cambridge House - a very stylish B&B; a short walk away. In contrast The Buck is lid back and slightly shambolic in a comforting sort of way. The style is that of an old coaching inn and it is easy to imagine the place a generation ago. serving travellers as it does now. In the evening we enjoyed a good meal with fellow walkers and we appreciated the attentive service from the young waiter. The black bean and chickpeas curry was an excellent vegan dish and the fish and chips generous, although the chips were a bit soggy. Guinness chocolate cake was rich and delectable and the choice of local gins made for a good evening tipple.

Busy pub, so best to book. Good selection of real ales. Asian Meatball starter was nice as was the Honey Pork Loin in Cider Sauce and mashed sweet potatoes. The peanut and chocolate tart for desert was particularly nice (according to my wife!). I had the cheese board, couldn’t decide which cheeses to select, so I had all of them….. too much!

This is by far the best pub in the village! We arrived in the village mid to late evening hungry and thirsty having stayed at the Tan Hill Inn. The landlord and lady of the Buck Hotel couldn't have been more accommodating even though they were clearly very busy and had a full restaurant! They promised us a table and gave us a drink on the house while we waited. When our food was served it was of the highest quality and the customer service was to match! Well done guys, much better than your neighbouring publicans who didn't want to know when we tried to get a table. So pleased we ended up with you guys as you were simply perfect in every way and i would strongly encourage anyone seeking food and drink in that area to give you a try!!

We stayed here recently as we were attending a wedding nearby. The staff were very kind and helpful (they posted my husband's waistcoat back to us after he had left it in the wardrobe). The rooms were clean and tidy. The breakfast the next day was lovely (and very much needed) with lots of different options. We would recommend a stay here if you are in the area!

Didn't book so had to sit outside to eat - no hardship as the scenery is gorgeous and the rain managed to hold off until we had finished eating! Shared a burger as we had eaten a large lunch. Home made chips, delicious onion rings and an amazingly tasty burger.

We called here for early morning coffee and a look around (as had heard great things) before heading into the hills, checked out the menus, and decided to come back for a meal here once we had finished with the walk .

Only called in to collect our takeaway pizza, the pizza was lovely and the next time we are in the area we will be going back for more.

Lovely, cosy pub with delicious food. The soup of the day, fish and chips and veggie burger were all amazing. They even have a vegan menu! Very impressed.

So we checked some local pubs and this seemed the best for us and our four legged friend. The food was fantastic. Probably some of the best pub food we have eaten in this price range. Service was quick and friendly. The only criticism I could make is I wish the main menu had a few extra choices. Overall excellent.

Staying in Swaledale in lovely weather so very disappointed by Bick hotel menu and service over dinner, waiting staff could not have cared less and gave us very hostile looks as we weren’t locals, the toilets had not been cleaned recently and overall it was very shabby.

Good home cooked food at good prices and friendly service.Very enjoyable. There’s a separate dining room overlooking the village green.

Eat here during a C2C stop over. The staff were good, the atmosphere was good and the pizza was great. Good ale to.

Four of us ate here on 2 nights when on the C2C. Popular with walkers. Good filling fare at the end of the day and well kept beer. Cheerful welcoming staff. Does get very busy but it seemed that diners thinned out a little later in the evening - presumably as they are knackered after walking!

Chose this place as it had vegan options, advertised chilli with vegan sour cream but served it with regular sour cream. I asked waiter to check and he confirmed it was not vegan - and the vegan item was not available!!! Luckily I did not eat it without checking and i am glad he realised although I had said I was vegan at the outset. Ditto with (expensive) bread and oil&balsamic; (£5:95), came it cheesy bread, then replaced with four slices of french stick - boring! Too much chilli for the rice and no salad included. They are trying by having a vegan option but it would be great to have a vegan dessert too, and include a side salad like the meat dishes had. £20 pounds when the omnis paid #10 for their food, which included bread and salad. TV dominated the eating area. we could not get in on first try, although there were empty tables outside. We had to book a day ahead for next nightso they do limited amount of tables. Fresh food which is hearty after a day in the dales.

On coast2coast walk and arranged to meet friends in the Buck for dinner.

We had OK venison burgers, nothing to complain about, but in truth it was all a bit ordinary. Clearly popular, though - they seemed to be booked out for the whole evening, with a combination of locals and walkers

Friendly bar staff.....lovely cloudy cider.......good real ale......didn’t have food but it looked good One thing I would recommend is Gin glasses....

We visited The Buck whilst having a shirt break in the area. This is a lovely traditional pub which has maintained its character. As my husband and I are vegetarian we often struggle to find a variety of veggie food whilst away so it was a pleasant surprise to find a good selection of veggie and vegan choices on menu. We had veg burger and pizza which were both excellent. Beer was good too with a good selection of ales. Would recommend a visit.

We were staying in reeth this weekend and went to have a lunch and a drink the food and service was very nice.Staff were so friendly and very helpful XXX My husband was happy as they did theaksons beer which he likes. Would eat there again.

Ate here on our C2C walk stopover in Reeth. Located at the top of the hill, this pub offers a good selection of beers and even better choice of still ciders including Old Rosie at 7.3% - superb. The menu includes a range of pizzas as well as more traditional pub food. We had the Dijon and thyme cod and the sirloin steak - both of which were very good. Whilst the steak was gluten free, there were few other gf options. Prices seemed reasonable and staff were very friendly and helpful. Worth a visit if in he area but suggest you book as very busy.

My daughter and I had dinner here. It was crowded and we had to wait but there are lots of picnic tables out front so we got a beer and waited outside. We met so many nice people and its dog friendly so four legged friends as well. Food was good.

Went in twice for drinks and planned to eat here but on both occasions the welcome was, well was not there - in any shape or form. I know the hotel probably doesn’t need the business and that is the impression it gave. All the bar staff needed to do was smile, say hello and look interested.

Can't fault the service but food wasn't great and overpriced in my opinion. £13 for a steak (and ale? ...couldn't taste any ale) pie which was dry and could tell meat wasn't fresh, grey in colour and chewy in places. Pastry tasteless. Shame when you pay for meal out and feel you could cook something better at home! Like to support Dales pubs but felt ripped off. Won't be going back for another meal here.

We loved the easy-going atmosphere and diverse menu at The Buck Inn. It makes this picturesque country pub an attractive destination for walkers and foodies. Vegans and vegetarians are accommodated by at least five hearty dishes, all beautifully presented and equally delicious. The eating area offers a cosy section to sit by the blazing log-fire or a more spacious and sunny area by a large window from which you can look out over the village of Reeth.

Booked as busy for bank holiday. Burgers all round- 8oz venison for Mr and veggie for me. Mr said his was delicious and perfectly cooked to his liking and mine was tasy and substantial. Only downside was waiting time - almost 50 mins from ordering - waiting staff were very apologetic.

When driving from the "Stang" to Reeth, and then onwards, we usually have lunch at the CB Inn.

Visited on the Sunday with family for lunch. Had a Yorkshire pudding with ‘all the trimmings’ - which was a frozen Shop bought pudding, frozen peas and beef all of which was bland.

30/4/18--5/5/18 Seven Kent Ramblers stayed here after being recommended by some of my friends, Julie and Roy and staff did us proud with excellent selection of food and drinks and after walking an average of 10-12 miles daily there was lashings of hot water and very comfy beds at night. This is a great place to unwind with friends or even if your a C2C walker, would recommend and look forward to a returning.

Situated next to the village green of one of the most beautiful villages visited on the walk. The room and food were first class and just what is needed after a long walk. The landlord was extremely helpful and a nice guy for a chat after a long day of seeing very few people. Note their top room is superb with a role top bath and all the whistles and bells for that special occasion. Highly recommended.

A proper pub serving decent food with excellent service.

Visited most of the pubs and cafes in Reeth during the recent weather challenged Easter break. Had booked a table as it was Easter, greeted by warm pub and quick service for drinks. Food was good and served reasonably quickly, service was also pretty good.

Ate here both nights of our mid week break. Meals very nice sat in front of the open fire and the service from the young barman both evenings was excellent. Very profesional and pleasant.