The Lister Arms in Craven

We were staying in Malham and this attractive traditional pub was only a short walk. Comfortable restaurant area. I had the fish and chips which was good, while my wife the chicken burger which she said was excellent.

Impeccable service from check in to check out. Amazing food at dinner and breakfast. The staff were all lovely and friendly. And the room was amazing, nothing to fault at all. Room 15 was stunning, being awoken by roosters was a lovely alarm clock and a reminder of just how much in the country this place is. I absolutely will be coming back and this time for longer than one night and one meal.

A lovely stay at the Lister Arms Barn for 2 nights with our dog. Room very comfortable with supplies of hot drinks and biscuits. Nice cosy communal area within the barn with sofas, log burner and endless supply of free hot drinks. We had breakfast and dinner in the pub. Great food and excellent service by very friendly staff who always made us all feel welcome, especially our dog who got spoilt with home made dog biscuits and a sausage for breakfast. As separate area in the restaurant is available for those who don’t like to be amongst dogs. Fabulous location with beautiful scenic walks that were not too challenging with plenty of options for short or long distance.

Very friendly busy pub serving very good mainly traditional British cuisine. A good range of draught beers, friendly staff. Our only down side would be the price of the food and drinks which we consider to be a little bit over priced.

We called into The Lister Arms after a nice long walk in the gorgeous village of Malham. We were very much looking forward to some food and a few drinks but unfortunately our experience was nothing short of abysmal. We ordered two cheese and onion pies which when arrived we quickly found to be a bit of mash in pastry. No ‘caramelised onions’ and the tiniest bit of cheese known to man. The waitress came over and asked how everything was with our food. I very politely said that the pie was just full of mash and not much else. I was met with a very dismissive and rude response stating that the cheese and onion pie was one of their best selling items and they had never had that feedback before. We were then ignored for the remainder of the meal - we were not asked if we wanted more drinks, deserts or the bill. When we asked for the bill, we were met with a grunt before the bill and card reader was flung on the table in front of us. We wanted to split the bill but this apparently wasn’t an option. We had to return the card reader to a different member of staff after paying as our waitress clearly had no intention of returning to make sure payment had been made. We were asked a question about how our food was and although we by no means ‘kicked off’ and only provided polite and honest feedback were treated appallingly. The name of our server was Rachel - you might want to consider giving her a bit of extra training about how to deal with and treat paying customers. I’d go as far as to say she was probably the rudest waitress I have ever come across. Whilst the venue itself is lovely - we shall not be returning or recommending to anyone.

Had dinner in this lovely restaurant while staying in Malham,fabulous food and great service by extremely attentive,friendly staff,the bar area is very cosy and welcoming,we would highly recommend

This is one of my wife and myself favourite places to visit in the Dales. A really lovely country pub with a great choice of beers and excellent food. The bonus for us it being like many dog friendly

Happened on this establishment whilst touring the Yorkshire dales, prompt service,friendly staff. Excellent fish finger sourdough and prawn and smoked salmon sanddwich

We just popped in for dinner; great food, friendly service, good-sized portions, good choice of beer and cider. There is a big beer garden but we stayed inside because of the weather. Highly recommended.

Went here for dinner with family after a wall in the village. Great food best ive had in a long time from a pub we had gammon platers fish chips sides pudding all exelent no complaints beer was allso very good .the place is very busy so please be be kind to the staff they a run off their feet keeping customers happy. I would recommend this place to every one i meet

A great all round pub , food is excellent, atmosphere is great, room are fabulous, beautiful area

We had 3 evening dinner as we were staying at the hotel. We must say all 3 dinners were very very good. the 1st evening I had their famous steak real ale pie . one of the best meat pies i have had. service from all the staff was excellent. prompt attentive . The cheese and onion pie was not so good has mash potatoes in it and i ordered mash to go with it . my fault. note to restaurant please add apple pie or crumble to dessert menu. ice creams were lovely too. we had 3 breakfasts there as well. mix and match from the full English .great way to start your circular walk thanks everyone .

The food was fantastic. Sunday beef roast and small sausage and mash (2 sausages not 3). Just lovely! Friendly and professional waiting on staff.

How rude! We called in at lunchtime for drinks and the gentleman behind the bar was so rude! I asked for lager and lime. He said no lime….. ok then so I went to pay cash and he said I can’t change that I’ve just opened! There really was no need to speak to us in the way he did. So after a long walk we decided to go back for food as it was the only place really to eat. We sat at a table and my partner asked for a menu. The same guy brought us a menu and said “you can have a menu but we are busy”! His tone was rude again (he was an older gentleman). At this point my partner was ready to confront him so we left. Yes the pub was busy but there are ways of talking to people (being in the pub trade ourselves). After reading the reviews on here we were so disappointed at how we were treated. I would like to say that the barman who served me for drinks before we sat didn’t was lovely! But the other guy needs training in customer service!

We had completed the Malham circular walk, which I’d highly recommended and as we returned to the car we spotted this pub and it’s outdoor garden by the river. It was busy with people enjoying a drink and/or food so we decided to give it a try and are really glad we did! Easy ordering via the QR code on the table and drinks brought promptly. Food arrived in good time too and we thoroughly enjoyed our meals. I had the small fish and chips which really wasn’t a small portion at all and my husband had the burger. Both were hot and very tasty. We found the service to be prompt and friendly and were really pleased to have stumbled upon the pub. We would thoroughly recommend a visit!

This British pub was blessed with outside eating areas which was appreciated in one of the best summer days of the season. We enjoyed cider and a lager after undertaking the Malham Circular trail and it was very pleasant. We went back for some dinner later and I would say that the food was well above the usual pub fare, q very satisfying day in all!

Fantastic food and Excellent service in Fantastic setting. Would thoroughly recommend the wild mushroom risotto, the best meal I've had in ages!

The Lister Arms is a restaurant/hotel located in Malham, a little town on land in the center of England. I came here to do a hike in the surroundings of Malham, but before I needed a coffee and relax (it was -7°C, at the beginning...

Dropped by on a hot Monday lunchtime after a walk from the village to Janet's Foss then Gordale Scar and the limestone pavement/ Malham Cove. Dog friendly and friendly welcome to boot. We sat inside to escape the sun for a while and the fish...

This place is a nice country pub but the food is not as good as it should be and the service is bordering on terrible. We had pie and chips, neither seemed to be homemade and not enough steak, it was mainly pastry. We wouldn’t...

Excellent Breakfast with very attentive and friendly staff especially Tim who was always on hand for whatever we required

Amazing food. After a long walk around beautiful Malham it was well earned. Dog friendly was a huge bonus too.

Mix up with all the food, other starter came with the main meal, told by the waitress ‘well it’s not like your not getting it’. Spoke to the Manager who didn’t seem that interested just ask if the food was ok. Won’t be back

We came here for dinner after a day of walking and were very happy. Service was friendly and prompt and the menu had a really good selection. My friends had the fish pie and said it was fabulous and I had the super salad with...

We called in here after a walk to Gordale Scar. We were on having a drink but after viewing the menu was tempted to share a fish platter with a side of chips. It was a genourous portions and very enjoyable.

Tim met us at the door with a cheery smile and showed us to a great table . My lamb was delicious as was my husband’s fish pie . Lots of gravy and mountains of well cooked piping hot vegetables. If I could make one...

Pretty poor experience. Supercilious service from an overly confident young lady whose superiority complex was taken to the point of rudeness.

My wife an I stayed here for 2 nights while walking in the dales. Lovely cottage room at the back of the pub, helpful staff and great beer. Highly recommend.

Lovely pub, fantastic service and a nice brew.We stopped by for a cuppa on our way up to the cove. A young man called Alex served us and was so chatty and friendly.He brought out complimentary homemade biscuits and homemade dog treats for our pooch.Theres...

Lovely atmosphere nice staff so welcoming and took pride in there service. Food good standard and the best Brownie ever

Excellent stay at the Lister Arms, we chose to stay here during a short break which included hiking the Yorkshire 3 Peaks. Cosy rooms, beautifully furnished, equipped and clean. You could not ask for much more. Very friendly and helpful staff. Food and drink is...

Lovely location, stayed overnight as a birthday treat, had Sunday lunch and in the evening shared the meat platter. The staff are very attentive and nothing was to much trouble. Breakfast was great would certainly recommend.

Just perfection. The atmosphere is exactly what you want when away somewhere like Malham. Roaring fire, comfy seating, relaxed ambience. The staff are very, very friendly and welcoming. It really is just a place you want to stay and soak up! It was the highlight...

Called into the Lister Arms for lunch with my wife and ordered the meat sharing platter. The food arrived and was disappointing. Not a decent amount of meat for two people and half of the platter was taken up by bread. It was supposed to...

My husband had stayed at the Lister Arms on a boys weekend and wanted us to stay there as a couple. We were not disappointed, the staff were so friendly, we had a wonderfully comfortable room over looking the front of the pub and delicious...

Came for a birthday meal around 3-4pm approx which was very good. As there were a number of us (Adults/kids) it was good we just managed to get a table as they had a number of them reserved there was a bit of a wait...

The most truly scrumptious of weekends. Beautiful welcome when checking in and throughout from the manager *from harrogate apologies didn't get your name*. Spotlessly clean, cosy and idyllic: all the ingredients for the most loveliest of weekend get aways. Topped off with gorgeous food and...

Lovely dog friendly stay. Whilst we struggled to park initially this was soon resolved at check in with a number of options provided. We were made to feel really welcome and even the dog got treats. Whilst this establishment is super dog friendly even providing...

This is everything a good pub should be. In a delightful village and very picturesque to look at. Great roaring fire and cosy rooms. Superb place for a drink and spending a few hours after walking in the area

Amazing location right in the heart of Malham dog friendly Plenty of parking great character log fires stone floors Our room was newly decorated clean spacious warm Comfortable bed tea coffee etc but flasks with fresh milk so no UHT amazing Staff so friendly excellent...

Just back from a one night stay in this Pub with rooms and thoroughly enjoyed it. We stayed in The Barn conversion just up the road which was spacious, cosy and well appointed. Dinner was very good, as was the service. Breakfast was top quality...

Real fires, great service and good food at an excellent price. If you want cheap and cheerful head to the Buck across the bridge. If you want quality at a decent price the Lister is the place for you. Dogs welcome. Good range of bitters.

This pub has a lovely warm atmosphere with very friendly staff. The food was excellent quality at a decent price. It's also dog friendly. Will definitely return.

We’ve visited many times before and return for a reason. This time was enjoyable as usual, we stayed in the barn - room was a tad small (although big bathroom), but for one night was fine, comfortable and nicely decorated. We always enjoy relaxing in...

Excellent meal in lovely surroundings. Very busy but service fine . Enjoyed as always . It’s a place to return to

We have stayed at this pub before, as it is on the Pennine Way. Previously, 2020 we had a wonderful overnight stay in a flat-let type room, separate to the main pub. I remember it being lovely, well decorated, and somewhere to come back to,...

Lovely, relaxed atmosphere in traditional country surroundings. The staff are great- Arthur at the bar was helpful and Emma, our waitress, was attentive and friendly but not intrusive. Highly recommended!

Really good food and nice atmosphere in a lovely building. Really nice staff. Looked after by the lovely Milly who was really pleasant and attentive, would definitely recommend .

Fantastic service. Staff very welcoming and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. Every staff member had a big smile and it really felt like they were one big happy family. They made our stay unforgettable. Lovely comfortable room with fresh homemade biscuits with the tea/coffee...

I am so disappointed! Out for a meal with friends on the last night of our holiday. My son asked for his steak med-rare and it came out med- well done. It was taken back and then came out Very rare!! He was very upset...

I visited Lister Arms with some friends, we actually had a lovely time but I witnessed very rude behaviour by what I think was a manager. There was a group of people, 3 women and 8 children, who had complained about something and the manager...

Helpful staff and very nice, comfortable pub. Food was good but some meals better than others. Pizza very good. Prefer a pie with homemade pastry.

Went to the pub for dinner with kids all the food was excellent and they didn’t mind some just having starters ! The kids meals were very good value and great quality even for fussy teenage son. Great fruit cider and gin selection. In addition...

Good place to stop off to have food, as a halfway point at the Yorkshire Dales. Portion size is just right. The desert was good but to make it better, the brownie could have been served warm. Customer service from the female staff members were...

Stay here and experience the wonderful service and good quality Accomodation , food and drink all fronted by Dee who makes you feel very welcome. Will come back.

Stopped here after visiting Malham Cove. It is a stunning spot with a lovely beer garden. Had an extensive menu and the food was lovely. Staff were friendly and could not do enough for you. A super place to relax after a walk in the...

Perfect location, great service and delicious food. Family group of 9 with an age range from 8-63 - had lunch here and had everything from sandwiches to burgers - every meal was great!

On arrival we were initialy met by the strong smell of cooked fish, but fortunately that proved to be the only negative. The food was very good, the service was friendly and efficient and the restaurant had a relaxed 'front room' atmosphere. Definitely recommended as...

I stopped for lunch at the Lister Arms in Malham, and had a really excellent lunch, and some particularly friendly service. The Lister Arms is right near some spots of outstanding beauty in Yorkshire Dales country. I did not stay overnight there, but when I...

If you are hiking in this area of the Dales, don't miss a meal at The Lister Arms in Malham. Both the people and the food are outstanding.

We visited with our 2 dogs and had lunch in the garden. Great food and service but I was driving and it was too hot for beer so sadly I can't comment but it looked good.

Went in for food and drinks with some mates after a walk. Great pie, ales nice too. Plenty of choice. Side note. Blonde girl in different colour shirt to others who was chatting to what I assume was a local with a black labrador, I'll...

best pub in village, don't bother with others. Great pub food menu, didnt stay but pictures look nice of rooms. Staff friendly (and very attractive)

We ate in this pub twice, both meals were delicious, would heartily recommend it. If we return to this area we would book to stay here.

Visited over the recent bank holiday for a 2 night stay in a nice room in the block just over the road from the main /restaurant building. Room was great , well fitted out and very comfortable. My main points of irritation relate to the...

The Lister Arms has been one of my favourite pubs for many years, however, each time I return it is getting more and more ‘chainy’. I appreciate businesses have been through the pandemic but the menu is basic at most and it has lost any...

Had an amazing evening meal prawns and chicken wings for starter the prawns were amazing. Good burgers. Nice friendly staff

A pub busy with walkers and some dogs. Had to queue to order food, easy going atmosphere. Tables were cleaned but the seats were stained and disgusting in the bar area anyway. Also the splits in the wood table top had old food engrained in...

We had two meals at the Lister because our normal menu - Beck Hall - was having it's kitchen renovated. We's eaten here before and have always found the food excellent. As it was this time, but ... On the first night my wife had...

Booked lunch here after walking Malham Cove and Gordale Scar circular so the warm welcome and very tasty lunch was much needed. Although the table in the bar area (we had our dog with us) was quite small for three adults this didn’t spoil our...

The service was poor waited a long time to be served selected meals from menu and the young staff were noisy and talking quite loudly about their mundane lives, which spoiled the ambiance of the restaurant. Food was was mediocre at best, not impressed with...

Amazing food and great beer! We did the Malham landscap trail and ended up here by chance. What a perfect place to finish the walk! Great good, I had a veggi sandwich and he had a meat plate. All home made, fresh and tasty. Highly...

We stayed as a special birthday treat having visited for lunch a number of times over the years. Our room was in the Lister Barn, spotlessly clean, spacious and spot on for what we needed. The Lister Arms is fabulous, we have visited a number...

We stayed in room adjoined to the pub. It was such a lovely room with great touches. Very comfortable night after walk to cove.. we had lunch when we arrived and sat in the courtyard, two evening meals and two breakfasts. I cannot fault anything,...

We stopped here for lunch after our walk down to Malham Cove on a busy Saturday afternoon. The food choices are excellent - the fish finger sandwich was delicious. Service was a bit slow but both inside and out were busy and we didn't mind...

We visited the Lister Arms for a quick lunch prior to setting off on a walk to the Tarn. We arrived shortly before opening time but were welcomed into the pub and offered a table and a drink by the attentive staff. As soon as...

My brother and his wife stayed here for a one night stay and evening meal. I live in the village but I did have a look in their room for a nosey! It was fabulous! Absolutely spotless in the room and the communal areas. 10/10...

Fantastic staff, nothing to much trouble . Very doggy friendly . Can't fault this place . Loved the bedding . Please tell me were you got from .. PLEASE 😁😁

Had a lovely meal in this fantastic pub. We sat beside the most lovely roaring fireplace. Staff are superb and so very friendly. We had local breads and oil to start. For main I had the signature steak and ale pie with very good shortcrust...

Came over from whitby in atrocious weather and we were very happy to see the lights of the lister arms we were given a very warm welcome from the staff, our room was warm and cosy and the food and service were excellent, we'll be...

Atmosphere was very welcoming and the staff very approachable. Dog friendly environment; but you wouldn't know it by the well behaved owners, dogs have trained well. Cosy and inviting, bar seems to have everything you would like to drink and the menu was a surprise....

Sought out this well reviewed pub after a goodwalk round Malham Cove. We walked straight through thepub to the extensive outdoor area, with many well spaced tables. Service was quick and pleasant, and we ordered the traditonal, solid and much needed steak pie and pints...

Amanda and I returned to the Lister Arms havingng previously spending what was in my experience the best away Christmas break I have ever encountered. I have always recommended this establishment to all my friends and colleagues. It was time to return and we went...

Excellent 2-night stay at the Lister Arms. Accommodation at the barn was comfortable with access to a communal lounge and unlimited tea and coffee. Food was excellent and the staff all very friendly and accommodating. Particular mention to Lee who ensured the log burner was...

Had a lovely meal in really comfortable surroundings last night. So good to be in a welcoming, friendly, cosy pub with great food again. Even popped in just now for a takeaway coffee this morning and felt like staying they were so welcoming. We will...

Had pre booked a table which turned out to be good as non bookers were being asked to sit outside. The menu is good with a good selection. We asked for the childrens meal to be delivered quickly and it arrived within 5 mins. Well...

This was a much welcome bolt hole after a great walk around the cove. The staff were lovely - attentive and chatty. Children really enjoyed their food, both had fish and chips - was fresh and tasty as I had the same! As only sorbet/fruit...

We stopped in for lunch on a Saturday. Being nice and sunny, and as we didn’t have a booking we decided to wait for the lunch rush to die down before heading in. The staff were extremely friendly, professional and attentive , the pub and...

Fantastic food in a sunny beer garden, loved it here. The walk beforehand was amazing too - from Malham to Janet’s Foss then up on the lower path (there’s a steeper one behind Goredale Scar) which leads to the top of Malham Cove then steps...

Good food, good atmosphere and good service at very sensible prices. Latterly returned for drinks and again the same comments apply. Great outdoor space.

Lovely location. Sunday Lunch excellent. Service first class. Reasonably priced (non-rip off ) wine list. Variation on Eton Mess dessert to die for and eat too much and you might just expire! Fair pricing all round. BUT, why the music? Loud, intrusive, I dont want...

Called in here for hot drinks after a walk to Malham Cove . It was a miserable August day but the hotel bar had lit fires. Very pleasant and helpful staff. We didn’t eat there but will definitely return one day. We both thought it...

The food was excellent ! But the sad thing about this business is that it is along time since I have been to a business with the staff so unwelcoming and so very rude and badly trained The gentlemen with the short hair on front...

We stayed three nights at the Lister Arms and dined there on one night. We just wanted to see what the other restaurants in the village had to offer. The food in the Lister was first class. I had a curry kiev, a strange combination...

Stayed here for two nights over the bank holiday weekend. From the moment we stepped in we were given the best of Yorkshire welcomes. The room (14) was spacious, beautifully decorated and immaculately clean. Both breakfasts and evening meals were of top quality and served...

Such an amazing service and great food. Really good value and thought out meals. The lady greeting everyone was lovely and so efficient. The burger and chips was great. Could have had a little more chicken in it. The homemade sauce on the side was...

This pub is just what was needed after a long walk. Fantastic, tasty food at very reasonable prices. The cheese and onion pie was fantastic. Will definitely be back next time we walk in the area.

We were visiting Malham and just wanted a couple of drinks , didn't even get through the door without being told to order from the app! I couldn't see how to order so went back j side and was told very sternly to use the...

Stopped one night here as we walked to Malham Cove. Lovely village and excellent place to stop. Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was good size, very clean comfortable and tidy. Food breakfast and evening meal were excellent. Also good selection of ales, gins etc....

Had a great time at lister Arms, the service and staff where excellent, the atmosphere was homely, and the room was great with a great view we stayed in room 3 😁