The Emerson Arms in Darlington

Lovely pub, lovely views across the river tees too, friendly staff also dog friendly, only down side don't serve bar food only snacks.

Friendly and great views of river Tees , no real ale which was a bit of a disappointment.

Beautiful place lovely surrounding staff could be a bit more welcoming

We just like the pub but not the 'secret' vapers, who made our experience that night not so enjoyable 😕

Large big terrace to the rear of the property. Nice place to sit and have a shandy on a warm barmy evening.

Attractive place. Good beer, good service, friendly staff, fed our dog. Absolutely great view on terrace looking over the river. Very few in Tuesday evening so closed early.

Top night catching up with a few people . Had a good band on to commemorate the passing of a dear friend ,finished off with fireworks. Big thank you to all the staff at the Emerson Arms for tolerating the mix and match company x

Real village pub, friendly warm and welcoming

Lovely Riverside setting. The pub backs onto the Tees with lots of tables outside beside the river - great to just listen to the water rushing past.

1st time at the Emerson Arms brilliant country pub .definitely be calling in again

Had a lovely hour sat outside in the sunshine looking out at the river, very peaceful. Service was good.

Great pub wonderful views...loved the music and music prints. Friendly staff and full of nice locals. Will be going back!

Girls behind the bar very polite and friendly. Nice pint and lovely to sit out the back.

Booked into Grace's Retreat a short walk away and found the staff and other customers very welcoming and friendly. Great dog friendly pub 5*

Brilliant local pub with incredible friendly staff serving a great selection of fine ales.

Friendly staff and well kept ale!

Very efficient with the ever changing covid rules. The table service was also spot on, and finally the Birra Moretti was like nectar

Very friendly staff and a lovely beer garden. Vivid compliant.

Friendly welcoming local village pub with a lovely riverside beer garden

Exactly what I was looking for. Perfect place, the garden next to the river is just awesome.

Lovely warm village pub, a great welcome with a good selection of real ales and a good selection of gins

Brilliant pub. Extensive range of craft beers, nice atmosphere, and best beer garden in County Durham on a hot summer's day.

Christmas eve, was full of locals and friendly folk. Had a good chat to old mates, and new, had a great Christmas eve

Basic room and basic facilities. Ok for the price.

Great pub with beautiful views from the beer garden.

Nice pub. Little atmosphere. Expensive beer.

If you like gin this has a very good selection. The beer garden overlooking the river Tees is fantastic when it is warm enough to sit outside.

Really good pub - pop in often for a pint. Beer is always at the right temperature and a good choice. On the pricier side but still competitive and don’t mind paying a little more for the quality. Best view you will get in the area. One of the nicest pubs in the area - may not look it from the outside but when you step inside you will understand what I mean !

Nice friendly pub that allows dogs in the bar.

Great place to drink but closed to early

Great little pub and brilliant staff.

Always a good pint and good crack

Great Gin Bar at the rear and fantastic multi tiered patio overlooking the river

Nice drinks on the patio overlooking the river.

Don't know where one star came from on previous rating??. Drank here for quite a few years on and off. Visited last bank holiday and as usual brilliant pub to drink in ,nice beer garden . Called in with my son sampled new lager very nice. Clean and friendly pub and good staff.

Great views from the beer garden

Great beer great atmosphere as alwaysb

Wowza! You would never imagine from the exterior what a gem this is! Nice service and great selectioms of gin. All next to tge peaceful river! Will be back!

Lovey river view with a great selection of gins

Top place to go for a drink. The selection of beer is very good - unparalleled in the village (more bottles than draft but draft still maybe 8 choices, bottles about 20-30). Many gins to choose from, beautifully presented with a wide range of tonics. The beer garden enjoys one of the best views overlooking the Tees to be had. Little/no road noise and the sound of the river is a nice backdrop to your pint. The music is varied and upbeat - if you ask nicely they will put on AC/DC 🤘😄 Would rate 6/5 if they had a toastie machine.

Had a pint and a fly infestation they were everywhere. When bach to the car and struggled getrin in the car for the bugs there was thousands. Beer was ok but no food. I dont no if the river was any help to the flies but not good the placs looked if it could dp with a few £ been spent very drab needs a facelift.

You'll get a 5 if you sort out that back door!

Beautiful outdoor seating area overlooking river. Excellent selection of gins and beers.

A great friendly village pub the staff and locals are very friendly good beers and spirits.

Great place to go with fantastic views.and friendly staff