The Dawnay Arms in Hambleton

Friendly staff,Good service, good food, nice garden and good value . Well done looking forward to all restrictions lifting.

Gorgeous food. The waitress who served me couldn’t do enough to help. Think her name was Sophie but may be wrong. Really recommend:)

We were staying in the area and had seen previous good reports for Dawnay Arms.Were not disappointed and we were made most welcome. The food was excellent and we would certainly recommend. Garry gave us their business card with phone number as we may have been arriving late the following evening, when we returned for another excellent meal. Best wishes to Garry and Pamela for the future.

We stayed overnight here as we walked the Yorkshire Wolds Way. West Heslerton is a little off the trail, but easy enough to walk down the hill to reach the village. Our room was large and comfortable; although facing the road, it was quiet and we had a good night's rest. The pub was operating Covid-19 measures, including hand sanitizer at entrances and table service. We ate an excellent meal in the evening and Simon, the landlord, cooked a very good breakfast to order the following morning. He also told us about a woodland path, a pleasanter route back up the hill than walking on the road. Thanks for the tip, Simon.

We found this place by accident as we walked along the river and so glad we did. We booked for Sunday lunch the following day. The food was outstanding, certainly the best Sunday lunch I have ever had and all cooked perfectly with generous portions. The staff were polite and well trained and the beer garden is so lovely on the riverside. The pub itself is tastefully decorated with 2 huge open roaring fires. I can not recommend this place highly enough

This pub has continued the usual fantastic service through lockdown and beyond. Although the menu had been reduced so that all options could be printed on one page (easy to dispose under new safety guidelines) there was still a great choice incl all time favourites and specials. It's always a good evening out, great portions and friendly efficient service. Can't imagine visiting this area and not having at least one dinner here.

We visited for the first time today and it certainly won’t be the last. Delicious Sunday lunch with gorgeous gluten free Yorkshire puddings, excellent gluten free menu and the best GF puddings we’ve had in ages. Definitely recommend! Everyone’s else’s food was great too.

We found this place on our way home and we were delighted with the warm welcoming atmosphere and the food. My husband as a coeliac often struggles to eat out and he was chuffed to bits to stumble across this pub that had a full menu dedicated to gluten free and dairy free food, including the beer range ! They didn’t have a table for us as we’d not booked ahead however the landlord was kind and offered us a table in the back, which was away from the main restaurant area but also fine. The food was home cooked and of brilliant quality, I had a gorgeous chilli with steak chunks rather than minced meat.. the chips were gorgeous!! .. and my husband enjoyed a Sunday roast with three meats which was all gluten free and dairy feee, then he enjoyed a treacle sponge and sorbet, which is never usually an option for him. Would highly recommend this place and the price is really reasonable too!

Passing through after a long day walking around York and we spotted the Dawnay Arms. The landlord and his wife made us welcome immediately, sorted out a table for us next to the open fire. My wife chose from the menu and I from the 'specials board'... It's hard to find a pub serving 'traditional' pub food these days and the food was spot on, Steak and Stilton pie was delicious. We often stay in the area and we will be back. Many thanks to the landlord and his wife for a lovely meal.

We stumbled across this pub on our way home from the cinema in York. A fantastic traditional pub!Warm welcome and great food.I had the gammon and my partner had the chickpea curry, both were delicious. We returned a week later for food, again it was excellent. The beer was great too.Would highly recommend.

All you could hope for in a traditional country pub: warm welcome, solid rustic furniture and decor, friendly knowledgable service and delicious food cooked by an accomplished chef, from locally sourced produce.Ideal location to take a visiting friend from abroad, in order to demonstrate the best of Yorkshire hospitality.Thank you, we will be back again

We were staying a few miles down the road at the Fairfield Manor. Looked on TA for nearby pubs to eat and this place looked best. The beer was good featuring a local brew from Treboom - Yorkshire Sparkle. The menu consists of pub favorites. My wife had fish and chips and I had a burger (+ choice of two toppings - have the chili!). The food was served in good time and was really excellent. Service was friendly and helpful.

Great menu. The £6 menu is well worth having the size of the meals are more than ample .we had the steak. Cottage pie & baked potato with cheese and beans . All lovely meals . Sure to go back again .

As well as an extensive bar menu and a la carte, the Dawnay Arms have 6 lunchtime specials to choose from (on a Wednesday, Thursday and Friday lunchtime only) for only £6 each. We’ve tried the fish and chips, thinking they would be a skimpy portion but No! The portions of fish were easily equivalent to the size served in local fish and chip shops. The batter was crisp and tasty and the fish flesh was moist and fresh. The accompanying chips were excellent. There was also a portion of mushy peas included. They also serve decent beers, kept excellently. There are a few parking places along the front on the main A19 but round the back is a very decent car park making it a wonderful watering hole. What’s not to like.

We popped in here on the way home to York to meet ljf daughter. Lovely friendly pub with supee menu. We wanted great pub grub and thats what we had. Freshly cooked, piping hot, great selection to suit everybody includinging veggies and gluten free. It was early so fairly quiet but a very warm and welcoming place. We will definitely return and try out the pub quiz night

Called in on way home from shopping trip hadn’t booked but was able to get a table. We both choose Sunday lunch it was delicious cooked perfectly. Lovely friendly staff, and great atmosphere with open fire a gem of a pub

On the outskirts of York, on the A19 - the main route to the North East is the lovely village of Shipton by Beningbrough. The Dawnay Arms is on the Main Street running though the village & has limited car parking at the front. If there are no spaces, there are plenty of spaces in their rear car park.There is a very varied & interesting menu, covering fish, pies, steaks and caters exceptionally well for any diners with dietary conditions.The drinks range is not expensive, but will cover most tastes & budgets.Be it an evening out, on route back from the North, you will not be disappointed with a table at the Dawnay Arms.

Cosy local pub with very good food and hosts make you very much at home have a very good quiz on a wednesday

Good service, great food, friendly atmosphere. Good selection of gluten free and when we returned a week later with friends the waitress took our order and the landlord came over to check if one of those was gluten free. It's a good landlord who remembers special dietary requirements from one week to the next especially in a busy pub like this. Loved it and will be back again soon.

Had researched where to eat after our day trip to the Bird of Prey centre nearby at Huby & found this warm & welcoming pub a few miles away on the main road to York. We'd had a sunny but cold afternoon out in the fresh air so were quite chilly by the time we'd finished. It was a lovely surprise to find an open fire in the pub dining room which soon warmed us up. The staff were friendly and efficient & our meals didn't take long to arrive, it was Sunday tea time. My husband loved his roast lamb dinner, the meat was very tender though our son's well done roast beef was a bit tough. The gravy inside my steak pie was nice and rich but the meat was a bit chewy & the pastry lid a bit sad. My home made chips were good as was the dish of veg, carrot & swede mash, red cabbage & cauliflower cheese. Everything was piping hot. Overall it was just the job after a cold afternoon out & with a few improvements it could be excellent.

Last minute call to book in for Sunday lunch. They couldn't be more accommodating.

Friendly people, good atmosphere, good home cooked food for a reasonable price, highly recommended. .

I went for a meal here with my husband while on holiday in York. I am a celiac, so find it difficult to find good places to eat. I had thr glutrn free fish and chips. I must say it was the best I have ever had. Very good service and friendly staff. Would definately recommend this place to eat.

Another delicious meal. Difficult to choose from so many tasty options. Tonight went for Afghani lamb curry. Divine. Everyone had a fantastic meal. Service excellent. Great evening entertainment at quiz afterwards.

We enjoyed a good meal in a pleasant pub environment. The staff were very helpful and attentive. A value for money meal!

We've visited many times and never been disappointed. The service and food are always excellent. This is the first time I've been in summer and and the beer garden is simply stunning. Full of flowers and just a lovely place to sit.

We popped in for Sunday lunch after visiting Beningbrough Hall. It had been recommended as having a good gluten free menu and didn't disapoint!

Good menu choice and food plentiful and well cooked. I had Huntsman Chicken, Chips and Peas. My Wife had a Vegetarian meal with Boiled Potatoes. Service very good. Would definitely visit again if we are in the area.

On our way back from a rushed shop at Monks Cross and Clifton and needed feeding.We'd passed the Dawny Arms hundreds of times and always meant to stop off.. this time we did.

Had been staying in nearby Alne on a short family break and this place came highly recommended by one of the local residents whom we had met. Enjoyed a fabulous gluten free Sunday lunch, of which there was a choice of up to three meats (beef, lamb and pork). I plumped for the roast beef which was cooked to perfection with fresh and tasty vegetables / accompaniments. For dessert I opted for the chocolate fudge cake, which was also gluten free and tasted sublime. Staff here are full of typically northern warmth and we were made to feel very welcome. Work commitments will be taking me to the area in the near future so I will be visiting again for sure.

Visited here yesterday for the first time. Received a warm welcome, friendly service and enjoyed tasty well cooked food at reasonable prices. Will definitely return.

The Dawnay Arms offers a really good experience for those who live in the local area and also for visitors to York and North Yorkshire. It has a friendly and cosy atmosphere and provides a comfortable place to relax over a drink and a good meal. The standard of the food is unfailingly excellent. In particular it caters unfussily and yet imaginatively for those needing a gluten-free lunch or dinner. This correspondent has had many such occasions and has always enjoyed a meal that is well prepared and a pleasure to consume. Anybody who has to have a diet that needs careful management will be able to trust the standards here and will feel able to relax and simply have a positive all-round experience. The family management team deserve full credit for their endeavours.

Stopped for lunch and am pleasantly surprised. Search your browser for the history on the DA. Food is fresh and well prepared. Quiet music.

The meal was, as always, excellent. The atmosphere in the Dawnay Arms is always convivial and the staff are friendly and very obliging. An excellent experience for my partner and I. It was our Anniversary and what a wonderful place to celebrate our special day.

Stopped off here on Friday whilst on a walk! Sat outside in the lovely courtyard to soak in the sunshine. We both got a sandwich which was just what we needed, very yummy and chips were amazing. Very reasonable price for what you get and staff very friendly. So glad we stopped here. 10/10 recommend

What a fantastic place to eat never been so full, staff were very polite couldnt ask for anything better will definatly recommend and visit again x

We have been coming to the Dawnay Arms for several years now and can confirm an excellent GF menu is available. Excellent food quality and very good value. Pam and Gary are excellent hosts and we are always made very welcome.

Came here today for lunch because of the gluten free menu sign. David has just ordered steak pie brilliant for a coeliac person. Food looks good. Full review to follow.

Popped in on spec for lunch on a Sunday, squeezed us in, had a lovely lunch including a veggie gluten free option, very accommodating. Fresh home cooked food, fabulous quality/price and we’ll be coming back!

I've been lucky enough to have many delicious meals at this friendly pub over the past few years . The owners have made a point of understanding the importance of cross contamination, and how lovely it is to have an actual choice of menu. I've enjoyed full Sunday roast - (Yes, even with gf yorkshire puddings! ), gf fish and chips, quiches, a variety of puddings - and plenty more options still to go.

Popped in without reservation despite being busy they managed to squeeze us in. There is a quite extensive gluten free menu and several items on the main menu can be adapted, I had chicken pie, gravy, chips and veg it was lush! Prices for the meals and drinks very reasonable and everyone we dealt with were great. Can highly recommend.

Called in on the way home from a shopping trip to York. We are so pleased that we stopped by. I had the most delicious steak and ale pie I think I've ever had. The food was delicious and plentiful. The service was excellent and staff friendly. I would definitely recommend this pub and will call in next time we are passing. Little gem

Amazing value for money. The food was delicious, the best fish and chips I have had in ages. Wife loved her chilli con carne too. I just wish I lived nearer so I could visit regularly.

Just popped in midweek lunch time expecting ordinary lunch time food, to be pleasantly surprised as it was anything other than ordinary. The food we ordered was beautiful cooked and well presented. Highly recommended .

Called in on the off chance of a table today at lunch time and glad we did. My husband had there special roast-three meats with Yorkshire pudding and veg and I had scampi with chips. Followed by sticky toffee puddings. Warm welcome and excellent service. Lovely atmosphere. Will definitely visit again

I took my wife to the Dawnay Arms for dinner one Thursday night. We arrived before 7pm and were able to have there set menu, which is brilliant. We both had steak and chips. I had a blue cheese sauce which was to die for.

This is a lovely cosy pub with friendly staff and landlord. We called in for a meal and could choose from a good, varied menu. The food we ordered was very well presented, our steaks were cooked to perfection and for a very reasonable price. It's always nice to be greeted with a friendly face when you go into any new place and we were made to feel very welcome. Would definitely call in again if we are ever in that area.

Can't fault! Great food, pleasant surroundings, delightful staff. We ate well. Nicely presented food, lovely steak. Recommend strongly!

Me and my partner ate here on sat night our food was absolutely amazing in fact the best meal we have both ever eaten (and we have eaten in a lot of amazing places) we started with the scallop starter and the goats cheese which were both absolutely delicious, our mains didn't disappoint either I had the lamb that was cooked deliciously and my partner the steak, even though we were very full by this point we had the plate of puddings which consisted of 5 of the deserts on the menu and again was absolutely delicious we would highly recommend and we will definitely be back (ps sorry to the member of staff we forgot to give the lighter back to sorry ) well done to all the staff and the chef you are amazing thank you so much

I’ve eaten here plenty of times and have always been really happy with the choice and quality of the food.

Stopped in here after a day in Leeds and some football golf at Skelton. 6 of us were told there would be a 20 to 25minute wait on the food but could sit down and grab some drinks.

Called without a reservation to take advantage of the Dawnay Arms Steak Night offer. They had two large parties arriving but fitted us in anyway and we got a nice corner by the window.

Great local village pub with helpful and efficient landlord/landlady. The food was very good and hot. There was a small range of real ales.

Stopped here for lunch on our way to Burn Hall. Pub looked so pretty outside we couldn't resist but to stop. So glad me did. Food was amazing. All home cooked, fresh veg and a good price. Place busier up quite quickly whilst we were there always a good sign.

Varied menu, good prices and a great selection of drinks. There is a beer garden should you wish to be outside. Friendly staff. What more could you ask for

We really enjoyed our Sunday lunch here yesterday. Roast beef option with good quality meat and plentiful veg. Nice atmosphere and good service. Reasonable prices.

We were staying nearby & wanted a change & after a little research came up with the Dawnay Arms. We are really pleased we did. The food was really good. Service was efficient & friendly. We ate there on two nights. On the last night we both had steaks. Totally awesome. Tender & cooked properly to order.

Called in for dinner with our 5 year old son. Friendly welcome, good food and drink, excellent service. Recommend.

Felt like a break and fancied a pint and some lunch. Have passed many times and thankfully stopped this time. Parking straight off the somewhat busy road. Old fashioned pub with a great selection of bars drinks and staple pub menu. This is by no means any form of criticism but rather of praise! Fast, friendly service. Revues below say the Pub can get busy – understandably so – but we had plenty of room. Food was very tasty and reasonably priced. The one slightly negative point is that it closes early afternoon, so you should ensure you get here early enough to allow time for service / eating. However, this will not prevent us returning in the near future. Very pleased with our find. Highly recommended.

Nice little pub which is busy at weekends so u need a booking if you want food. Good range of beer, wines and food. Pleasant beer garden at the rear of the pub.

Dropped in for a late dinner recently and although very busy the friendly landlord was able to accommodate our request for food.

Been here before and it was a fluke that we passed it again friendly staff very helpful food was delicious if back York way again would come again recommend anyone to drop in well worth it

Another delicious meal here. Great service. Amazing choice. Huge portions. Never fail to enjoy a visit to this pub.

... is that it encourages others to visit, thus reducing my chances of getting a table when I want one! We've been for Sunday lunch a few times - excellent on every occasion. Alto tried their Steak Night and had the tastiest rump steak I've had for a long time - first class. Lovely ambience, caring staff and an altogether pleasant, personal, experience.

We visited last Sunday as guests at a joint 80th birthday lunch. The atmosphere was fantastic, we were made to feel very welcome. A wood burning stove in the bar was a lovely wonderful sight! The food was absolutely top notch. We will definitely go again and would recommend to all

Arrived early before checking in to the Sidings. Had a lovely snack and drink. Very friendly, clean village pub would definitely recommend it.

We both had game stew - excellent, followed by delicious puds. Very friendly host who was attentive but not 'in your space'. Highly recommended.

We live in the area and called here a few months ago on the way to the cinema. We visited...

Went here with partner and son for tea. There is a very good choice of food and ales very reasonably...

My friends family and my family meet up here every Christmas and as usual the food on our visit was...

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Welcoming traditional pub. Not been in years so didn't quite know what to expect but after reading favourable TripAdvisor reviews...

Stopped here for lunch on way to York and food was lovely large portions highly recommend here if your in the area

This is a wonderful pub situated just a few miles outside of York. It hass massive curbside appeal- looks great externally. Internally very welcoming. Interior smart yet cozy. Large courtyard garden wirh attractive flowers. Menu is pub food at its best. Some veggie dishes too. Warm welcome and efficient service. Good food reasonably priced. They also have special offers like 'fish and chip' Friday when 2 can eat for £12. This is a lovely pub !

At least that was the view of our 6 yr old. Possibly a little over the top but I had a bit and it was pretty good. I had fish and chips and that was great value at £6. In fact 3 meals and 3 drinks was £25. Super value.

Had lunch here the other Saturday after arranging to meet up with our daughters and grandchildren. Pleasant welcome from the landlady( we think). The food was good and served quickly. The mushroom stroganoff was delicious,

Very impressed. Best Sunday dinner I've had. Its hard to find a decent gluten free menu but look no further if you're near York. Sunday dinner was fab and even came with gluten free homemade Yorkshire pudding-never found anywhere that does one before. Also great dessert menu for gluten free and normal menu has plenty of choice including fish and chips and plenty of pies and tarts. Will definitely go back when in area.

As ever this is a great pub to visit. A family orientated friendly pub with superb food.The menu is varied and home cooked. There is a delightful garden area to the rear full of pot plants.

Great little pub easily found on the A19 between York and Easingwold. Gluten free experts so ideal for those wanting a tasty and safe dining experience

We called here mid week for lunch as had seen the Gluten Free sign earlier and as I am GF and reading trip advisor reviews we thought we would give it a try. We booked but it was very quiet and maybe did not need to but better safe than sorry. The Car Park is around the back as the frontage is on Shipton Main Street and lots of passing traffic may be a problem so be safe and park around the back. You are greeted by a wonderful garden full of planters and a covered seating area to enjoy any sunshine or children wanting to enjoy freedom. The staff warm and friendly invited us to sit in the comfortable bar area with many sized tables. The Menu covered all food tastes and dietary needs Nothing was to much trouble and lots of homemade dishes.All our party enjoyed their meals wholesome and fresh. Desserts topped off the meal again many homemade No complaints and will certainly return.

We called in to the Dawnay Armsfor our sunday evening meal. Food was excellent and all staff very pleasant and helpful.

Enjoyed a meal with friends on a saturday night. The food was a good standard. Service was excellent and the staff were very attentive and friendly. The venue has a great atmosphere and the rear garden deserves a visit during the day just to sit drink and relax.

Sunday Lunch,, very nice indeed, all cooked and presented well,, excellent value, would have been 5 stars,, but being a greedy carnivore I would always want more meat,, (probably unreasonable of me), as my wife found it to be plenty,, a definite returner

My family went at lunch time and really enjoyed the food and atmosphere. I had an amazing burger with delicious chips for only £5. A fantastic deal. The Beer was also very good.

We have been staying locally whilst looking to purchase a property and The Dawnay Arms became our nearest venue for eating and drinking. From our first visit at the beginning of May, we received a warm welcome from Garry and Pam, as well as their luvverly staff. We always enjoyed the hospitality and excellent food, especially the FABULOUS Steaks and Fish & Chips, both the BEST. Mustn't forget the intro to Yorvale ice - cream......Peaches & Cream.....heaven sent! Again, many thanks to you all for being part of our "Adventure".....We will return in the future to enjoy your hospitality and excellent food.

We were advised going here after talking to the owners Mum & Dad at a family wedding, they may have been a bit biased, but we were glad to take their advice. We were made to feel very welcome on arrival and soon as drinks were ordered shown to our table. We all had a lovely meal with plenty of side dishes for veg, the Lasagne was homemade on premises this my sister could tell. followed by great puddings, I had the homemade trifle. We also stayed for the evening quiz night and really enjoyed ourselves, it was a lot of fun. Our trip to York was made complete by Pam and Garrys hospitality, highly recommended.

This was my first visit to the Pub , away for a family weekend we had been told well worth a visit . We had more than enough food and a decent variety of beers and drinks for all tastes. The whole Pub is well looked after and the food is quick to be served. Pam and Gary looked after us very well and we even joined in the quiz night , which was great fun.The whole family felt very comfortable everyone enjoyed the atmosphere , we will visit again when next in York.

The portions are big and the food is tasty. I had the fish and chips which was huge and my spouse had the pie. We were both stratified with our meals. Service was quick and staff was very friendly.

We stopped in the dawnay arms for dinner. The food was very good and the portion size was awesome. I had the Shepard's pie dish (different name) with vegetables and it was steamy hot and delicious! Check out the dawnay arms if your in the area.

Unpleasant odour emanating from carpet, jaded 1970s decor, wine spritzer served in lager glass. We didn't linger to risk food but went to the other Dawnay Arms in Newton on Ouse.

Came here with a group of friends to celebrate my husband's 60th birthday. There was plenty of choice, even for our member who needed gluten free, all of which was very reasonably price and extremely tasty. Staff were very pleasant and obliging and could not fault anything about the place. We shall be returning again.

We came upon this pub quite by chance. We did initially think it a tad expensive but time was getting on and we were hungry. We all had the fish chips and peas. It has to be one of the nicest fish I have had and really quite big. Friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommended.

We've been looking for somewhere nearby that does nice food for a reasonable price after our 'cheap and cheerful extra close' option was taken over by another brand and is just not the same as it used to be (we don't like it that much anymore). I think we've found our winner!We were completely impressed by the food. I had fish and chips, he had Sunday lunch. It was yummy.We had chocolate fudge cake with cream for me and stick toffee for him. We both struggled to finish desert and I really really wanted to, because it tasted that nice. We both waddled out afterwards, stomachs distended and very happy.We were well attended to by servers, and asked if we liked the food, which we most certainly did. It also did a lot of options for gluten free food, with a number of the items on the menu stating next to them that they could be ordered gluten free, and also a selection of gluten free ales behind the bar. They have collection going for the air ambulance on the bar.Only thing I would say, we were confused as to where the car park was - it had a sign saying 'next right' but I walked to the next right street and couldn't see where the car park was. We parked at the front of the pub instead in assigned parking.

Called in here when searching for somewhere to eat after a gig. We made a good choice. Made to feel very welcome by the landlord and his staff. Even though they were busy the service was excellent. Food just fantastic. I had the haddock and my husband had the Steak and Ale pie. Haddock was beautiful with proper chips, the Steak pie was crammed with meat. Didn't have much room left for a sweet so opted for the ice cream. Great selection of flavours.Will definitely be visiting again when in the area.

We were visiting the area and were attracted by their extensive gluten-free menu which greatly pleased my wife. There is plenty of choice on the main menu also. Friendly team behind the bar and serving.

Called to the Dawnay Arms for a meal after visiting York, and we weren't disappointed the meal was really good and very good value for money, staff were very friendly also the people in the pub made us feel welcome. Would definitely recommend.

We've been to this pub a few times now. Lovely homely atmosphere, very friendly landlord and lady. We enjoy trying the locally brewed beers and the food never fails to amaze. Last time we had the Afghan lamb, which tasted as good as at our favourite Indian restaurant in York. Keep up the good work Garry and Pam! :)

Booked in advance for a post Christmas meal - never been before. Lovely food, coped well with a large table. Staff excellent, friendly and efficient. Definitely recommend for good quality home made pub food!

Very welcoming staff. Beef cooked to order, huge Yorkshire pudding, great selection of veg. Brilliant Christmas ale. Only disappointment was they ran out of sticky toffee pudding, surely a sign of how good it was. Banoffee pie and treacle pudding were delicious. We will definitely be back!