The Curious Cow Of Harrogate in Harrogate

Welcome is warm. Pub is well decorated inside. Restaurant area is lovely and light with good views outside. Service was prompt. Food was delicious especially the roast dinners. Have booked for next month.

Stopped off here after a visit to ripley castle. Inviting place, nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Unfortunately the food was mediocre at best, I opted for the "best pub pie ever" which was overdone and seriously needed a chain saw to cut through it ( possibly the worst ever), my wife had sausage and mash, appeared to be just regular cheap sausage that didn't reflect the expensive price, also the gravy was like water. To add the service was very slow, despite not being overly bust we waited near 40 mins from ordering for the food to arrive. Next time I would certainly drive by!

. Luvly venue . Friendly staff , good food .

Really nice staff, very knowledgeable. Food was lovely and hot!

7 people ate. 5 ate together 2 waited and waited . Will mot return.

Quality of food was very substandard compared what we expected and prices charged

Hands down the worst fish and chips I have ever had. Fish was virtually inedible. I rarely complain. For this I requested a refund. Staff were great and manager refunded the fish and chips X 2.

What a beautiful pub! The place is delightful, just like its staff. Nothing was too much trouble; they went above and beyond, ensuring my coffee was replenished while I worked.

Made us feel welcome the moment we stepped through the door. Ordered via a QR code and received both our food and drinks very quickly. Thoroughly enjoyed our experience, we will be back soon.

My wife enjoyed her vegan tart enough to compliment the staff, my mixed grill however was average.

Had a lovely evening with friendly service and good food

Food was good limited selection of sandwiches for lunch though

From the moment we walked in, everything was fantastic. Warm Welcome, Clean environment. Was well looked after the whole time. Waiter was polite, helpful and funny!

Went for lunch with my family on Good Friday having received a promotional leaflet. The leaflet says Spend Easter weekend at ours, and has 30%offer attached. When I handed the voucher in I was advised that unfortunately the voucher was not valid Easter Weekend, even though it clearly says Spend Easter Weekend at ours! This blatant miss advertising. Very disappointed!

Popped there after work for a beer with some of the team. Lovely looking place, great pub garden, spacious open bar and restaurant area. Fun and friendly staff. Will definitely be returning soon 🍻 not eaten the food there yet

Visited for the first time based on it being dog friendly and the online reviews. Good selection on the menu and reasonable prices. Service was quite prompt despite the place being busy. Both our meals were hot and good quality. Can recommend, particularly if you have a dog with you.

Steak and malbec pie well worth opting for, but don't bother with the crumble as it's tasteless and isn't served with enough custard

David gave me his sticky chicken and even slipped in some 2 Inch's, couldn't ask for more

David top lad, knew what he was talking about . Gave me a good inch 10/10 would come again just for him

Lovely food and great service. David you were great and in the right job, fab service! Will be back

David and the team were amazing xx

Sat down orderd drinks and food..lady came back and told us no Chardonnay left! Also we wanted trio of meat roast dinner but no Turkey left! We waited some time for the food and when it did arrive good grief...flat yorkshire pudding..Luke warm vegetables and gravy! I tried the meat and it was awful..very dry and chewy. Sent the food back..the lady apologised and and took the meals off our bill. First and last time for us unfortunately 😔

Two bites and sent it back. Cold food, Never seen a Yorkshire pudding look so flat and chewy. I can't believe a chef would let food go out like that. For your prices you really need to take pride in what you send out.

Really friendly good food, reasonably priced.

Lovely pub with seperate restaurant, nice and bright. Staff very very friendly and helpful. Food ...a bit hit and miss...thai vegan curry was bland..the fish huge but not the best we have had ... steak good and the chips were very good. Lasagne nice with garlic bread . Kids menu quite good choices. 30% off main dishes kept the bill reasonable.

Food was not good my wife had the trio of roats. They meats were nice but it was only warm instead of hot as though it was sat on a ate for 10 minutes before being served. My sons and I had the house ultimate burgers which were crispy and hard . Just not the expectation of a burger at all. My youngest son had the kids chicken nuggets which to be fair he enjoyed but the baked beans were so dried out. No juice and were very much stuck together. All in all a poor experience

Wasn’t going to share my bad experience of my Mother’s Day ruined but seen as they have taken the £50 deposit for no show even though we did turn up, waited ages for drinks order to be taken, again for food and then when it finally arrived was all cold, we gave them another chance this time the food came out they had taken away the cutlery first time round and didn’t bring anymore with our second dinner and then second time round the turkey looked like all the ends that I wouldn’t even give to a dog and no stuffing, my husband returned his immediately without even touching it and I left mine after giving it a try. You couldn’t count the amount of countless errors that were made and now you take £50 from my card which I have had an email saying refund in process but that not instant! My advice to anyone is if you want shocking service and cold food then go otherwise find somewhere else.

Nice pub, is a chain but they had a good selection of food and drinks. Nice conservatory on the back/side onto the beer garden patio area. All a good size

Our waiter jure was absolutely fantastic and went above and beyond. He really was a gem and should be praised because he really was amazing and amazing with my son too

How is the manager coming to work and allowing this? Pub was quiet early afternoon tables filthy empty glasses and mess everywhere. Didn’t want to stay then thought we didn’t have time and asked for food to be served outside on a sunny day and they said we don’t serve food outside. I took my food outside anyway and sat down to this - appalling standards. Food was terrible and we only ordered fish ginger sandwiches which were stale and dry - to say it lightly we won’t be going ever back again!

Not sure If this place is under new management but not enough staff you wait over 1 hour for food, drinks orders none existent you go thirsty and when the food arrives it’s awful!

I think all the good reviews must be fake because never have an experienced such shocking service and food.

Great service and lovely food. Fun quiz after

Lovely, warm atmosphere with friendly staff and lovely food. Have been coming here for a while now and we always have a lovely time.

I had another really lovely time and it was so lovely to see India again (our favourite waitress) she’s always so kind and helpful!!

Booked Mother's day lunch and we were not disappointed at all. The service was excellent, the food was delicious and the setting is brilliant. We will definitely be returning, thanks

Very accommodating staff and very friendly and professional service from every member of staff. Looking forward to returning soon.

We came for a Mother’s Day Sunday lunch and it was busy but didn’t feel crowded. We had our reservation time changed a week before without being asked and staff were unable to figure out why this was. Once seated we had drinks and food orders taken quickly by our lovely server David. Unfortunately our drinks proceeded to take the best part of 40 minutes to arrive and required us to prompt staff multiple times before the drinks came. The food suffered the same issue, taking well over an hour from time of ordering to come, without anyone indicating to us that there would be such an extensive wait. Again we had to ask at least 2 times if there was an update on the food. Throughout all of this David was fantastic, friendly and very understanding and apologetic, and cannot be faulted at all for any of the issues. Once the food arrived, 4/5 meals (all roasts) were brilliant with great portion sizes and everything was hot and tasty. Unfortunately my order of the Lamb and Mini Lamb pie ( a meal costing significantly more than the roasts) was very disappointing with the portion size resembling a children’s meal, with 3 small bits of overdone lamb (ordered pink) a handful of cube potatoes the pie and a small pot of cold veg. Given its price this was extremely disappointing. David was quick to help and offered I choose a different meal and didn’t charge me for the Lamb. It was clear the waiting staff also felt my portion was small and apologised but explained that unfortunately that was the amount of food according to the spec. If true then charging £23.29 for such a small plate of food is unacceptable. Overall, the food was on the whole, very tasty, but the experience was severely let down by long waiting times with no updates or warning, and a very disappointing plate of food. It was clear that more hands were needed on such a busy day to make things quicker and smoother. All serving staff were excellent and were quick to rectify mistakes and were very apologetic about the issues we had.

Amazing service, David was really attentive and friendly, superb

Just been for a lovely meal, Dave the chef went above and beyond his role, thank you.

Great experience, fast service that we're very kind. Very positive meal

Worst night ever Waites 30 mins for a drinks order to be taken Then over an hour after that for our food order People at the next table told us they wish they hadn't waited as it was awful So cancelled our order The waiter apologised and said no charge for drinks A full night ruined with our Son and 3 year granddaughter visiting us !

They dealt with a problem very well and showed excellent understanding of what customer service should be.

The food was nice, but the drinks were expensive. Not a fan of ordering on an app. (we are not all young hipsters) was not made clear that we could actually order (in person). or maybe it was just certain guests (the table behind us seemed to get a lot of attention)

David was fab! Excellent server. Food and atmosphere was great.

Excellent food and very professional staff

Very slow service and it wasn't because they were busy. We finished our starters snd were sat with empty plates for over 30 minutes and then the server came with our mains so we had to remove our empties so she could put the mains down. No Christmas decorations in sight (from our table). Food OK but service and ambience lacking we won't be back.

What a gem of a place!. Service was friendly and attentive. Food was fantastic! Had Sunday lunch, it was lovely and fresh and well presented. Will definitely be visiting again.

Fantastic service and brilliant food. David, (Acting Manager) was absolutely amazing. Made us feel like nothing was too much trouble. He clearly works very hard and has such a nice energy, made an already good experience into a superb occasion. Can’t thank him enough for his service and kindness. Give this man a pay rise!

Family lunch today very busy but well staffed Food and service was excellent nice and relaxed atmosphere didn’t feel rushed a big shout out to “David” the acting manager looked after us very well with a professional manner deserves the managers job well done 👏

David provided excellent service. Lovely food

Had a family get together last night it was great. There was plenty of choice for various diets, it was delicious. Jure our server was amazing he made our night he was polite, funny helpful even though he was obviously very busy and we got a discount. Well done to all highly recommend.

It was very busy and there seemed to ge only 3 people working but what a sterling job they did OK we had to wait a little while longer than we would have liked but the meal was delicious and was served hot when it did arrive The staff were courteous and apologetic and still smiling even though they were so busy

Came for lunch the posh fish finger sandwich was just unreal delicious fries. My mum loved it and she's so picky, wine was delicious. Love the traditional/modern vibe and the waiter was so friendly and attentive.

The best Sunday dinner around. Try it. We came during the busiest time (around 2pm) and we was told there would be a wait on food, around 40 minutes. We new it was busy so didn't mind waiting. The dinning area was full to the brim. We ended up waiting 30 minutes and when it came woop the trio is massive and I ened up taking some home for my dog Garry. Very impressive.

Popped in while visiting family in the area and was served by Joe. The service was impeccable from start to finish and the food was beautiful. Beers we'll kept and the bar was spotless.

It was a pleasant dining experience with close family members

Love the new menu, and Jure is a delightful server.

Great food great vibe and David really looked after us

Delicious roast dinner with all the sides. We are all happily stuffed. David was great

Lucy is the best server I've seen in Harrogate. Legends will tell tales of this day. If Lucy doesn't get a 10-15% raise, it will simply be saddening.

Another great service. Bar staff on top form as always. Credits to Joe.

Went with my husband and my mom. Amazing food. Burgers and lasagne to die for. The service was excellent. Both servers were very friendly. It wasnt busy and oneof them was pretty much showing my husband around. The one who served us. Unfortunately I don't know his name, even spoke polish. Made my mom's day. Made us laugh. He'd sell anything to anyone. Absolute pleasure to be there.

Visited for Sunday lunch, and the staff were incredible. Yuri was a top notch guy and went above and beyond. Food quality was great, although I wouldn't get the stuffing balls as an extra next time as the cost isn't worth it, but everything else was spot on.

Warm friendly welcome from the staff and the service was fabulous, the food was amazing. Four of us had food and drinks. My request for sitting by the fire was the reserved table for us. The food was cooked perfectly, piping hot and a bonus of a hot plate too. Everything was delicious 😋 will definitely be back very soon. Thank you all. 5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Absolutely loved it! Absolutely amazing food and staff 😍

One of the best meals I've ever had

Great menu, very friendly and helpful staff, acknowledgment especially for Emily who helped us immensely.

First time here and wow just wow food was lovely. Order roast with all trimmings that much couldn't finish it and staff so welcoming and lovely got served straight away no waiting around would recommebd to everyone so nice 🙂

5.30 on a Sunday and all out of roasts. Not the first time this has happened. Pizza oven not working either. No service had to scan and order.

Dave, Alice and Emily were great to us and our dog

Made feel so welcome by Dave Alice and Emily!

Fantastic pornstar martinis and Jure is amazing very attentive and friendly.

Staff are always cheerful and helpful, Food is good quality and value for money. Lively atmosphere and dog friendly.

Fantastic atmosphere, great drinks. JURE was fantastic, he was lovely with our daughter and offered us a great option of drinks. 10/10 service

Jure was amazing, great service and good chat

My local and Jure is a top man amongst others

Fabulous!!!! Welcoming and superb 👌 every time ….

It's been a lovely evening. The changes are definitely noticeable. Lovely and fresh. The food is lovely and reasonably priced. You can order at the table via the app or order with the bar. Food comes straight to you not long to wait. The waiters are lovely especially Jure who was lovely and made my 2 and half year old daughter smile and made her a plane and another waiter made her an origami frog. Jure is lovely and chatty and definitely mad our experience lovely. Definitely come here again

Amazing service by jure. As always ! Liberty Jane brown ( local author ) best pub in Harrogate ! Best food! Best staff ! 5 star ⭐

Good atmosphere. Great service by Jure

Brilliant atmosphere and top quality service, Jure and Emily are fantastic

Ok food , ok atmosphere not Michelin standard though. Staff were friendly too so great effort but for its location it could do a lot better.

What a great restaurant. The service was amazing very professional. Lucy was great and so accommodating. Definitely a good choice for well presented ans wholesome food. Highly recommended.

food and service was absolutely amazing. David looked after us for the evening and was outstanding. Highly recommended to anyone!

First time we went and definitely be going back next time in area, restaurant felt clean and fresh. Food was quick and amazing. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Very disappointing! After ordering on the QR code on the table we had to go and ask for our drinks 20mins later, despite the pub being very quiet and the bar staff stood around talking. The food took a good 3/4 of an hour to be served and to be honest looked like a child’s portion! The pie was tasty but lacking in filling, no more than a handful of chips and a pitiful offering of veg. Very overpriced priced for what you got! Needless to say we went elsewhere for dessert! We won’t be returning!

I've given this pub a star because the guy at the bar didn't quibble at all when we said - after an hour's wait - that our food was inedible and we weren't prepared to pay for it. He also threw in our drinks free (one wine, one cola as there's no ale served here) although we offered to pay for them.

Had a lovely Sunday roast, our waitress India was so lovely and made sure we had everything we wanted/needed! Looking forward to coming again soon!!

Our waitress India was lovely and so helpful!! would definitely recommend for anyone looking for fast and friendly service!

Our waitress India was so welcoming and lovely!! I give her a 10/10, lovely girl.

David was a lovely host, brilliant food and atmosphere. Would highly recommend

Food was good but service was slow ut they did seem under staffed.

Overall great experience, lovely food and drinks along with lovely service from India. Highly recommend for dinner with the family!

Had such a lovely meal with the family, India was such a wonderful hostess! Will definitely be returning!

A really lovely evening... great atmosphere and delicious food plus wonderful and very attentive service from our waitress India. We look forward to returning soon. Thank you everyone.

Food order took over an hour to arrive after multiple requests. We had to get our own drinks throughout the night. We were told no pizzas available even though we witnessed many pizzas being served. When the food was eventually served it was fine, we were all starving and rather annoyed by that point so I can’t really give a fair verdict.

Dry bland food. Service shocking. Waited 45 mins for food. Then the order was wrong….and then we had to wait a further 30mins for my partners pie to come, so he had to eat by himself. We were offered a refund, then the bar man said we had to speak to the main management. Insane. The pie was dry, the fish was dry, mushy peas…literally a spoon full. Had to ask for cutlery several times. By far worst meal I have ever had

Food and drinks massively overpriced. Was here with my wife for a few drinks and light bite to eat and cost a small fortune. Not worth the money

Amazing team. Great food. Jure and the team looked after us so well on our special night. Would highly recommend anyone to come and visit. Fantastic place.