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Me and my wife spent the weekend in Ilkley and we booked here for my birthday meal, and we wasn’t disappointed, the food was amazing and the staff were very friendly and helpful, we will definitely be making a return trip

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wordy82 . 2024-04-05

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Lovely welcome..service very good. We ordered steak beef sunday lunch. Yorkshire pudding perfect. Roast potatoes v good...roast veggies bit sweet for my taste but my partner enjoyed. Side of buttered greens nice. The steak was a bit 😞 disappointing and chewy which we fed back..was still edible. Would try again but maybe not Sunday lunch.

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dawntesseyman . 2024-03-31

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We were stopping nearby and unfortunately our hotel closed its kitchens. In a way it did us a favour as we found this amazing restaurant. Yes it’s mainly a steak house, but there is a wide variety of other dishes. I had the salmon with roast veg, my wife had lamb. Both dishes were fantastic. The reason for my title is I genuinely hate aubergine, and when cooked at home it ends up on the side of my plate. This was however aubergine heaven, perfectly grilled not a snotty mess. A credit to the chef, as were all the dishes. We also had the antipasto platter which had gorgeous pickles and olives. In total £61 with service charge. On a final note if Ollie is serving you he is a consummate professional and truly amazing host. A great experience. Well done.

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415carlk . 2024-03-25

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We came tonight for the steak sampler all the way from Wrexham being my partners birthday.. and honestly the best steak we’ve both ever had and as ordering food I mentioned it was my partners birthday to which when food came out his fillet steak was covered In gold leaf 😊 also the young waiter Ollie was a pleasure cudnt do enough for you…. From the off to the end what a night we thank you

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J3203XOpaulh . 2024-03-25

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Very Friendly welcome and nice atmosphere. Sharing platter was amazing, ribs just fell off the bone. Steak for main course was cooked to perfection (rare). Finished off with warm chocolate brownie and ice cream. All great value, considering we were in Ilkley. Thank you 😊 PS - House wine was a little too easy to drink (HIC)

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Micah A . 2024-03-23

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Whilst staying Ilkley we came here for dinner Saturday night. Food was delicious and staff were friendly. One of the best burgers I’ve ever had. Cracking pint of lager as well. Also the place was dog friendly so bring your four legged friend for dinner as well.

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cockneywarrior . 2024-03-16

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We visited this restaurant last year when we were on holiday and had a wonderful meal, so, we decided to visited again and were slightly worried that we might be disappointed. No need to worry, it was brilliant. The steak night was great value, staff very friendly and food exceptional. We will be back next year.

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daviddJ3433BK . 2024-03-14

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Came out for valentine’s dinner but was immediately disappointed as we weren’t greeted as we entered and had to go up to the bar to get someone to show us to our table. Staff appeared lackadaisical and one member of staff (after standing around then spending 30 minutes serving on the bar) then decided to have a full steak dinner in the middle of the restaurant. I believe that this was the manager. The food was actually pretty good but unless the staff management is not sorted out quickly this establishment will be soon out of business.

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S3106LSrobertb . 2024-02-15

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What a lovely local restaurant , staff could not have been more friendly and helpful, the service was perfectly timed and well explained. The steaks were delicious and with a group of 8 people there was not a single complaint everything was cooked perfectly. Just wished we lived a bit closer.

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FifiD_london . 2024-02-12

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Great service. Staff were really helpful and made my cold 8 yr old a Hot chocolate for us even though it wasn't on the menu. Offered iced tap water for the table on arrival and didn't feel rushed. Lovely food. Happy to recommend and return.

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I3337KDlb . 2023-12-31

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Decided to give Ilkley Cow another try, with their offer of 2 ribey steaks plus a glass of wine for £53.95. The wine was very acceptable; the fries and sauce excellent, but the steaks....? Although perfectly cooked, my wife's and mine were full of gristle and fat. Our friends noth left half of theirs, which looked so well done it was thin and shrivelled... I always thought rthis was top Argentinian steak, but frankly I've bought and cooked much better ribeye and fillet from Aldi. And not the cheapest steak in Ilkley anyhow. Sorry, won't be back until we get glowing word of mouth recommendations.

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rougepierretc . 2023-12-03

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Amazing, food, wine and service were fantastic. The owner and his son really did look after us. Value for money, left very full and not wanting anything else but our sofa 😜

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Relax55611985171 . 2023-10-05

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We popped in for a payday treat and opted for the 8oz fillet steak night deal with sides and two glasses of house red. The steaks arrived blue rather than rare and I have no problem with this, you can always cook the steak a little more, but if it comes overdone it's ruined. Almost raw steak then with hot, crispy chips and plenty of bearnaise sauce. Win win.

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TheRealYorkshiresoul . 2023-09-27

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Amazing staff and food was unreal, steak was perfect and so much flavour. Also had vegetarian options which were just as nice!

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Voyage06814216270 . 2023-09-23

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We returned here Saturday night to celebrate my birthday. I chose the triple taster from the menu as this is what I had eaten on a previous occasion and it had been delicious. I must say that I was very disappointed with the quality of the meat on this occasion. This is not a cheap place to eat and had traveled from Nottingham to eat here. This experience has definitely put us off from coming back again.

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Tracy B . 2023-09-17

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What a fabulous spontaneous meal!! Wow greeted with a fabulous hug,and cheak to check kiss, fabulous atteniff staff.very large portions,just amazing succulent meat coices,no need for dessert,but had to do it!¡

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samsnthaw2022 . 2023-09-09

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Very expensive menu so expected something really special, it was not special, in fact, my steak was tough and full of gristle, I left it on the side of my plate along with my bitter disappointment. The service was slow and unattentive, not once were...

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Alison J . 2023-08-20

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Absolutely outstanding! Best steak I’ve eaten. Eaten in many countries. The ribeye is more than perfect !

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timyt00lman . 2023-08-14

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Sunday roast was by far the best!! Cooked to perfection, lovely welcoming atmosphere, will most definitely recommend and will certainly return.. Top marks .

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F4333JWsues . 2023-08-13

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I visited the restaurant it’s my friends who were visiting from Northampton. The service was excellent, very polite staff and the food was faultless. Will be visiting again

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449mandy . 2023-07-28

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Dinner whilst on business. Second visit. Fillet medallions amazing, great suggestion this time to cook as one, as rare, maybe last time as two, less rare. Lovely service, relaxed atmosphere thank you.

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family362014 . 2023-07-24

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Outstanding. Do not miss the Lamb Shank as as for the accompanying roasted veg - wow! This is a place to go back to again and again.

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James O . 2023-07-10

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This is our 4th or 5th time visiting, and the food was as delicious as always! The staff are lovely and friendly, and they made a real effort for one of our party's birthdays.

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amyfeather . 2023-07-02

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Lovely place for either couples or larger groups. The food choice is excellent and varied. It’s called ‘ a steak house’ so naturally their meats were high quality. We had a starter each , calamari with lemon & paprika mayo and humous flavoured with lemon...

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SpikeWestYorkshire . 2023-06-28

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Came for a birthday celebration for my wife. Had a lovely Ceviche and Houmous starter, wonderfully presented and exceeding our expectations. This was followed by a 10oz ribeye cooked to perfection and a wild mushroom risotto. Wonderful food, attentive staff and relaxed atmosphere. We will...

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Compass42618323846 . 2023-06-24

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Great steak. Always have a good steak deal available so you can also get sides and a sauce. Went with a large group and was put on a large circle table in the corner which we all loved.

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NorthStar67117954737 . 2023-06-20

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Lovely restaurant with brilliant service and great food. Came for a birthday celebration - we all enjoyed different steaks which were delicious, really good accompanying sauces too. It was made really special by the lovely service.

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IlkleyMoor2017 . 2023-06-14

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Lovely place, very nice staff and most of the food very tasty but the steak was poor. No flavour and expected more for the money paid. The starters, side dishes and dessert were all tasty and well presented just let down badly by the main...

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doncasterfamily . 2023-04-21

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We had a meal here for our Golden Wedding celebration and thoroughly enjoyed our evening All our guests ( 16 of us , family and friends ) were superbly looked after by Ben and his team. Thank you so much.

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IHRob2017 . 2023-03-23

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We visited this restaurant while on holiday in the area. We chose the Steak night menu and were surprised at the quality of the food and the wine which was included in the price, as often not great quality. They clearly take pride in their...

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daviddJ3433BK . 2023-03-04

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What a wonderful restaurant. Great menu choice and the food was exquisite. My wife had a salmon dish and I had the steak and ribs combo. Superb quality! Nice atmosphere and staff too.

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jmac367 . 2023-02-25

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We have been here as a family and as a couple and haven't been wowed either time. This time around the steak had gristle that I had to cut off as it was inedible, the peas were not cooked and the meal was all a...

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Squ84 . 2023-02-17

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Visited here for Sunday lunch, wasn’t very busy but no idea why! I had scotch egg of the day to start which was gorgeous, my boyfriend has chicken wings which just fell off the bone - so tender. For mains we both had the roast...

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Roam65826557369 . 2023-02-12

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Fabulous!!, Ham,salmon and chcken,cooked to perfection!! We enjoyed it all Great wine selection!! And what more could top that but attentive service, oh the puds are good too!!

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samsnthaw2022 . 2023-01-29

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Went for Sunday lunch yesterday, surprised to see the place almost empty at 3pm. All started well, a polite welcome & specials explained, shared a hummus starter, pretty good Sunday roasts were hit & miss, my beef was good but the ham hock was dreadful....

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C3302NPmikee . 2023-01-23

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Great service , lovely steak . Nice place, atmosphere. Definitely recommend. Will visit again.........

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Brammers456 . 2023-01-19

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Excellent starter and a really well cooked chateaubriand to share washes down with a reasonably priced Malbec. Very attentive and polite staff

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Nigel G . 2022-12-10

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Went to the Ilkley cow for my birthday meal with my wife. The food was fantastic and well presented. A little over priced compared to some places but was happy to pay for the quality of the food. The only negative was 10% service charge...

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M3829ZAdannyw . 2022-11-14

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My wife and I called in Saturday just for a drink. The staff were brilliant very attentive without being overbearing. We really enjoyed the vibe so decided to book in for Sunday lunch after seeing a few dishes come out. We were not disappointed, we...

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mick4083 . 2022-10-09

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I have repeatedly eaten at the Ilkley cow for small and large family meals thoroughly enjoying every visit. The food is always amazing as-well as the staff being incredibly welcoming and nice. One problem that I found on my last visit was that on a...

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Reviewer_54231 . 2022-09-02

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We went last night for a child-free meal and it was fantastic. We had three courses and each was perfect. My fillet steak particularly was gorgeous! The staff were attentive but not overbearing - really friendly. Highly recommend.

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30rebeccaj . 2022-07-30

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We went as a couple for our anniversary and had the steak night deal. This was 2 X 10oz sirloins, bottle of House wine and onion rings and we had chunky chips/sweet potato wedges, mushroom and tomato . Got a side of buttered greens as...

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tubblesnap . 2022-07-14

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Fabulous food, service was impeccable and i spilled my glass of wine which they promptly cleaned up and brought me a fresh one, lovely touch at the end of the meal of two shots of limoncello which took us right back to our favourite holiday...

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Christinawink . 2022-06-26

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Greeted by amazingly friendly staff nothing was too much trouble. Booked our table but was early evening and restaurant was quiet so was offered a good choice. Started with antipasti sharing starter, brilliant no cheese! Good selection of meats with tasty bread. Mains we both...

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Paul W . 2022-06-13

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We arrived early for our 13.30 table. We were greeted with a very enthusiastic young lady who allowed us to pick our table. We placed our order and quite honestly the food was amazing. Very fresh. Unbelievable quality. She took my concerns about the steak...

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johnny132 . 2022-06-11

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Pub lunch, we went all in starters mains and alcohol, it was a very tasty experience jack who served us was a delightful chap credit to him,

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875DANIELG . 2022-05-20

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Fantastic food and service staff went above and beyond to be helpful and entertaining. Excellent food and choice. Highly recommended

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Freedom67737002974 . 2022-05-08

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We had an excellent meal the food was lovely and staff really attentive. Really enjoyed the scotch egg

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meganhW1007QC . 2022-05-04

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went in the waiter was extremely rude to us looking us up and down, then said we couldn’t come in without booking a table the place was empty. Never been to a place with such rude staff.

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charack . 2022-05-02

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Service was friendly and prompt. Food was okay. Mix starter for x2 was okay. Mushroom risotto was tasty. Kids mac and cheese was nice. Steak sampler was disappointing. The steak simply wasn’t that good. Mixed grill was average. Chicken was hard and overbooked. Steak average....

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E8109UZmartinj . 2022-05-01

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To be Honest, I was drawn to this place via "Man v beard" who stars on youtube. We decided to take a weekend break in yorkshire and booked a table. I was totally blown away with the service. The staff were fantastic and looked after...

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RobbieB969 . 2022-04-29

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Amazing food, great staff and service, and very reasonable prices. The restaurant was very clean, well furnished. A jewel in Yorkshire!

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jimswilson . 2022-04-17

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Steak was so tasty, cooked perfectly to order. The staff were friendly and attentive when needed. I can’t wait for an opportunity to return.

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debbyt853 . 2022-04-14

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We took our mum here last night for a belated Mother’s Day treat and everyone really enjoyed it. The Steaks were the best I’ve had for a long time and the price was very reasonable as we selected the Steak night deal including sides, sauces...

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Carl F . 2022-03-29

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The Ilkley cow, the staff made us feel so welcome on arrival. Service was brilliant, the staff where very attentive. Food was fantastic, the steaks where cooked perfectively as requested. Lovely wow factor for the birthday girls dessert. Would highly recommend a visit 😀

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GlobeTrotting536370 . 2022-03-26

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This was my first visit to the Ilkley cow and I will definitely be returning soon. The food was beautiful and the service was incredible, especially from the male manager who helped me choose my wine for the meal. Lovely atmosphere and overall just a...

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Laura D . 2022-03-09

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Can't fault The Ilkley Cow. Their food is delicious, there is an abundance of gluten free options, a wide selection of beverages and great service. I've visited twice recently. Once was with my children. My children were welcomed and the children's menu has a wide...

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MamaRose091421 . 2022-03-04

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Superb food and service made for a lovely evening. The Valentine special was a sharing plate of king prawns and Chateaubriand served with a side of onion rings and choice of potatoes and accompanying sauces. The special included a bottle of wine, and the house...

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Lovegatas . 2022-02-15

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What a fabulous place. We all had steaks and they were cooked to perfection, great children’s choices too. The staff were absolutely fantastic and couldn’t have been any more helpful or friendly. I would highly recommend and will definitely be back.

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kingfisherh . 2022-01-24

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Came here to eat whilst myself & my Fiancé were staying at Faweather Grange - gorgeous meal The staff were great - Little expensive but we didn't mind as it was such a nice place They did have a problem with the power halfway through...

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Michelle800 . 2022-01-16

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So the steaks are plentiful, very well cooked, and there's a nice red wine list. This is a steak restaurant, they should be good, and they are. The atmosphere was nice and the staff very attentive and professional.But some of the non-steak dishes are disappointing. The charcuterie plate had a few bits of meat from a packet, severely undercooked 80s style garlic bread, and a pickled fennel side that lacked taste and seasoning. The piri piri chicken was equally disappointing; i was expecting a juicy bit of chicken on the bone with crispy spiced skin, but got a dried out piece of breast with loads of onions in one of those naff sizzle plates. Again, tasteless, no seasoning, and even the homeopathic pot of sour cream couldn't liven or moisten it up. And at £15 or so, that ain't cheap. The whole bill was pretty pricey.So it's OK if you want a steak and wine. And probably much better value on one of their weekday early birds. Just don't be tempted to go off-piste!

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Sydney991 . 2021-12-13

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Absolutely faultless. We had 2x steak samplers,a rack of ribs and a steak/ribs combo. All meals were delicious and the best steak I've ever tasted. Really good quality and service

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248lyndseyh . 2021-10-29

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We visited this restaurant because we were unable to use the restaurant we had booked for circumstances beyond their control but what a great time we had. The staff were friendly and welcoming ,engaging with each table individually. The menu was excellent and with plenty of variation, tables were well spaced out. We both opted to start with terrine and followed by slow cooked lamb shank - both were delicious and beautifully presented. We will be sure to recommend and visit when next in the area.

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GrimsbyMariner15 . 2021-10-26

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What a lovely restaurant. The staff were very friendly and helpful with menu choices. The service was excellent and the steaks were amazing. Portion sizes were just right. I would highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely be returning when I’m back in Ilkley.

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533sueh . 2021-10-19

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For the past year my partner has promised me steak, and wow did we have steak. We shared 50+ oz of Chateubriand between us cooked blue, it was hands down the best steak either of us have ever eaten. Service was superb too despite how busy it was. We will be back, n are and have been recommending to anyone who listen.

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JemiRoo . 2021-10-10

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This is the third time we have been here and each time is just as good! Lovely food, great wine and friendly attentive staff. Particularly enjoyed the mini steak sampler. Good value for money, will definitely be visiting again!

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amyfeather . 2021-10-04

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Husband and I both opted for the ribeye steak which I know contains fat however the piece that both myself and my husband were presented with contained massive amounts of gristle that was inedible, it was also not cooked to my required "medium".Also, the menu is confusing, the steak night Thursday offers steak with a free side, I chose the salad but apparently, fries in this restaurant is considered a side. I have never gone to a place where a meal is served without a potato portion included. Follow that on to find that they automatically add 10% service charge really is not good customer service. If the person that took our order had taken the time to explain the menu correctly then there wouldn't have been so much waste. There were sides on various pages of the menu and both my husband and I managed to get confused. Neither of us are stupid or in our dotage, menu needs to be clearer.To be fair, I asked for the service charge to be removed which was removed without issue.It was an expensive meal and just not worth it, the restaurant need to get the menu sorted out and better quality steaks sourced.

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SunshineSoozy . 2021-09-06

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This is a very nice independent restaurant with pleasant staff and good service. The steak choice was good and the food itself of good quality. However I feel the portion sizes are ridiculous and probably generate a lot of food waste which could be avoided. The steaks were lovely but the minimum size is 10oz which is a lot of meat and probably more than many people can manage especially older folk (my elderly mother struggled to eat her meal) – how about some smaller say 6oz options? I also think the size of the sides is ridiculous - I had the coleslaw which would have easily served 2 people . I know the portions are bigger so they can charge more but how about larger sides for sharing at £3.50 and smaller pots at half that price for one person. When people are using food banks I felt uncomfortable with the meal size and the amount of waste

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karen927 . 2021-09-05

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It's a steakhouse, so you would expect a good steak, but my ribeye tonight, whilst well seasoned and cooked, was tough and not very warm. The creme brulee to follow was even worse - tasteless and very small. They need to go to Miller and Carter to find out how to do it properly!

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colin p . 2021-08-23

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Myself and my friend had been on a spa day in Ilkley so were looking for somewhere where we could have a meal. We found The Ilkley Cow and liked the look of the food on the menu and I remembered hearing good things about it. It was a Saturday evening so the restaurant was quite busy but Ben was very accommodating and managed to squeeze us in. All the staff were very efficient and attentive. The service was excellent. The food was all beautifully presented and tasted delicious. The atmosphere was relaxed and chilled. The restaurant decor has a cow theme which makes it unique. The food was a little expensive but the prices match the superb quality and freshness of the food. There is a great choice of food on the menu from steaks, ribs, burgers, chicken and vegetarian options. I would highly recommend The Ilkley Cow, we had a lovely time.

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JessicaG378 . 2021-08-15

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From walking in to leaving all is very good. Casual but very professional . Food is absolutely spot on staff actually concerned if any is not perfect and taking note of additional comments. Else our sever was very on the game.👍

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kevin d . 2021-08-12

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An excellent meal, really friendly efficient service, and great atmosphere despite early evening. Would highly recommend.

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946alisonp . 2021-08-12

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Just all round an excellent experience and run by such lovely people. The steak was perfect, seating comfortable the wine brilliant.

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Alexis H . 2021-08-11

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It was birthday celebration occasion, went as a family with kids. The steak was tasty and juicy, kids loved their pulled pork burgers plus as the birthday treat we got a golden steak, what a Wow! The wine went well with the food.Attentive Manager and helpful waitresses.Thank you for a treat!

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yuliam3080 . 2021-08-08

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Visited Ilkley Cow last night, really friendly helpful staff, stunning food and great value. Had the steak sampler and wine for 2, cooked perfectly. Would highly recommend and will be back

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p71m . 2021-08-05

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Just sitting in the ilkley cow having just eaten a beautiful meal with great service. Staff have been very attentive without being pushy and we have felt very special. The mushroom risotto was gorgeous , very creamy. Chef will done. Definitely a place to visit.

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Susan O . 2021-07-10

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Very tasty food. Would recommend the mini steak sampler especially when you have the deal for 2 people on steak night. The ribeye was fantastic. Everything tasty and well cooked. Service was great and all the staff were friendly.

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tubblesnap . 2021-06-30

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Great food, great service. Everything was spot on, from the welcome to the cooking. So many good things on the menu, could eat here multiple times without getting bored. One, very very small comment - music was a bit 80’s! Definitely recommend whether you are a meat-lover or not.

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Explorer308640 . 2021-06-28

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Me and two friends had found this place on google, and after reading great reviews thought we would try it out. We had travelled from Liverpool and had arrived 10 minutes early before it had actually opened, but the staff were accommodating and let us use the bathroom too. The place: it would be somewhere you wouldn’t really think of if you were driving past as the front is quite minimal. However, once inside the place opens up to a lovely themed ‘cow’ restaurant. There is a clear theme throughout and this stretches to the booth seating which is cow hide (it’s a really nice authentic touch - if you are not vegan or vegetarian) however, on saying this, there is some no meat options available too! It was very very clean, the cutlery had been polished no water stains in sight and the same is to be said for all glasses etc. Accessibility: this place is on a slight hill and the nearest parking would be on the opposite side of the road, around a 300m walk. It is a pay and display parking but if you have a blue badge - it’s free. On arrival there are two steps to get into the venue, but I was not 100% sure if there was an option of a ramp within the venue. There are some outdoor seats, and this could be changed for a wheelchair to sit if needed or preferred. Once inside, it is all flat, and as well as booths there are regular tables with chairs. There is a wheelchair accessible toilet which is placed before the men and women toilets - these are very clean! Staff: we were served by Ben (I believe) upon arrival, we were given menus, and an ice cold jug of water and glasses for the table (this was great as we have been having warm weather lately). Ben could not do enough he informed us of the soup of the day, the scotch egg of the week etc. At every second Ben was more than happy to help and be accommodating. He was very polite and under the mask we could tell he was smiling too! Even after our starters Ben had noticed that we had used some cutlery and he had brought fresh cutlery for us - normally it is only upon request you get new - so it was just attentive care through out. I would highly recommend this place and Ben is one of the reasons as to why! Brilliant! Food: considering the establishment is all based around the cow and meat, there are some other options available if you aren’t into meat - or even beef such as chicken, vegetarian options etc. All of our starters arrived promptly and were delicious. I had the carrot and coriander soup and would highly recommend if it is an option. My friends got the scotch egg (pulled pork scotch egg) which was runny and made perfectly, and then the chicken and liver pate which went down a treat. For mains, we all had the ‘build your own burger’. You have the option to pick whichever toppings you like as well as whether you would like a beef patty or chicken. Be warned though, the portions are very generous and even though we all love to eat we had to leave some. The beef patty is clearly home made and is truly enjoyable, Infact it was so tasty we all decided we could eat just the patty and be happy! We did see other tables get meat dishes and they looked outstanding. Everything was hot fresh and tasty. Price and value: I found that it wasn’t too bad pricing for the food. A starter on average is around £5-8 and the build a burger was around £13. The price may be a touch higher than other places, but you do pay for home cooked fresh and good sourced ingredients. Overall: I will definitely be returning to this place and have recommended it to a few people. The ambience is nice inside, the staff are fantastic and the food is just unreal.

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Biffboss . 2021-06-28

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It’s rare I give a 5 star review but these guys nailed our dinner tonight. Clearly know what they are about, impressing everyone in our party. Myself, my wife and two teens were treated to The Ilkley Cow experience which consisted of relaxed, friendly and attentive service, coupled with melt in the mouth steaks and delicious sides and sauces. We eat out frequently and this was a particularly nice experience in a great setting. Thank you all who were working tonight. We will return no doubt.

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Meonian . 2021-06-17

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Having walked around the Ilkley food festival for a while, we ventured up to Ilkey l, as we couldn’t bear quing another 40 minutes for a drink. We knew every restaurant in Ilkley would be mega busy due to the footfall, taking over the Town this weekend however the guys at the Ilkley Cow went out of there way to squeeze us in (they were fully booked).Jeez we were so glad they did. It was a 2nd visit here and this time really hit the mark. The first visit was outside only due to ‘COVID’ restrictions. So we started off by sharing the special scotch egg of the day which was pulled pork- mouth watering good! We both decided on Fillet Steak for main which was ‘melt in your mouth’, seasoned to perfection and delicious overall! The sides were great with a fantastic variety on the menu. Thank you for squeezing us in and we can’t wait until next time. Bravo and best of luck to the business J & L

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Jasonlee952 . 2021-06-13

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We had booked a table here for a Thursday night. On arriving, we were welcomed and shown to the bar while our table was readied, and offered drinks and the menu. Our table was ready quickly.The menu offers lots of meat options, as well as quite a few vegetarian options. We had starters, - calamari and scotch eggs - mains - sizzling teriyaki steak and salmon - and dessert - brownie. All the food was fantastic, great quality and cooked beautifully and presented very well.The staff were really welcoming and friendly throughout. The social distancing measures are also being encouraged and followed here - makes required when not seated at your table, hand sanitizer available on the table. I would definitely recommend this place and look forward to going back!

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beize . 2021-05-28

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After the best part of a year with business at an all time low, one might be forgiven for thinking that the Ilkley Cow would be falling over itself to welcome its customers back. Instead, tried to ‘walk in’ to a nigh on empty restaurant for a quick late lunch with the family only to be met by an abrupt manager who barked at us ‘have you booked!’ (Clearly not) ‘well we’re not taking walk-ins!’ WOW!! Well I have news for you. If this is how the pretentious Ilkley restauranteur treats his customers - then he ought to think about reverting to its previous name - The Moody Cow - much more apposite! Won’t be calling for a booking in future!!

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70timn . 2021-05-22

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Amazing Chateaubriand on Thursday evening, can not fault the quality of the steak cooked to perfection, along with the fabulous sides & sauces ........ all delivered to the door with a bottle of red! 🥰 Thanks Ben and team!

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juliebE2137CI . 2021-03-27

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This is the second time during 2021 that we have had a takeaway from the Ilkley Cow. We’ve both really impressed with both the service & the food! The ribs, Mac and cheese and chips are all delicious & my partner who had the steak couldn’t recommend it enough. Everything was packaged well and on time so when we opened it, it was still piping hot. Looking forward to visiting when they are able to open again! 10/10 from us! Thanks

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myronbolitar1 . 2021-03-13

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We were very happy with steak dinners for 4 people. Grill combo, rib eye and chateaubriand all well cooked and presented with excellent sides, sauces and chips. Delivered on time and hot.Bottle of Red wine Malbec was superb. It all added nicely to our Anniversary celebration.Thank you Ilkley Cow.

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MrMrsPSJ . 2021-02-28

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We enjoyed a delicious takeaway chateaubriand from the Ilkley Cow over Valentines weekend. The collection was efficient and the food and wine was excellent! We'd highly recommended!

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390nataliei . 2021-02-17

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Fabulous burgers and fries. Everything arrived on time and piping hot! Can definitely recommend the food

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610iaind . 2021-02-05

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We had a lovely time here, we got the brilliantly good value steak night deal and everything was cooked beautifully and the house red was lovely. The staff were friendly and helpful and we both felt very safe with their Covid precautions! Thank you

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13sin_adl . 2020-11-02

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We visited while on a couples retreat after being recommended by a friend and it did not disappoint! The food was amazing, the staff were very friendly and attentive and it was a great experience. For a young couple in their 20s it was a bit pricey, with our mains costing £16.50 each but it was worth every penny! If we are ever back in Ilkley we will definitely be going again :)

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themooreyouknow . 2020-10-22

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This place is just awesome..the host is pleasantky quirky .steak is just awesome..hubby had the trio of steak and i had the fillet with a great red wine to compliment my food. Steak was cooked to perfection. Calamari to start with and scotch egg for my hubby..beautiful food and lovely atmosphere , highly recommended

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fifibarker . 2020-10-22

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The food was amazing, the best burger I have ever had! Staff were so friendly and service was excellent If I was ever in Ilkley again I would definitely go back, highly recommend!

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hannahcJ2544XV . 2020-10-10

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This is becoming our new favourite!! Top class food and service everytime, keep up the good work, highly recommended

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stuart c . 2020-10-10

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We visited for the first time in ages for a meal to celebrate our anniversary, preferring to stay locally during current times. It was a Monday night and we both fancied good steak & wine and the Ilkley Cow delivered. The food was delicious, there was a brilliant steak night offer and we were able to upgrade the wine with no problem. Ultra efficient and knowledgable service too. My husband raved about the scotch egg starter, the fillet steaks were perfect as was everything else. Highly recommended.

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lindagornall . 2020-10-07

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Nice, clean, well done out place. Plenty of space and booths all around the edges, which help in theses difficult times. The starters are great, special mention for the scotch egg and steak night, which seems to be every night with variations and is a real bargain, 2 steaks and a free bottle of wine for a fixed price. The service is good and friendly, staff take time to explain the different cuts of meat and wines. I have been many times and will be back.

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166johnnyb . 2020-09-23

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Came here when when the eat out to help out was on and couldnt get a table, but the smell of steak in Ilkley was devine, managed to get a table for 18th and we were not disappointed, my calamari was lovely and tender, hubby had the scotch egg, the egg coukd have been runnier but that is an art in its self, our steaks were devine...beautifully seasoned and tender..our juices were following..my fillet was perfectly pink and my hubby and the mini taster. The staff were very attentive and the host was a real gem..fab chap with awesome hat..definitely on our return to list when we visit the furniture shop to buy our sofas ...

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fifibarker . 2020-09-21

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Visited the Cow 17th of September.Service was prompt, courteous and they had good covid measures in place.Had a single patty burger with brisket, blue cheese, Jalapeno peppers and bacon which was very tasty but let me tell you... even for a guy who loves food like me, it was too much to handle!The guy who was on duty last night (sorry, didn't get your name!) offered me a doggie bag to take the remains home and gave me advice on heating it - in an oven to let the cheese re-melt and a fresh bun.Great food, attentive customer service at reasonable prices - exactly what an eatery should be. Would love to go back again1

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ITTravellingGuy . 2020-09-18

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We had dinner last night at the Ilkley Cow and loved it. I had the burger and my partner had the steak - he informed me it was best steak he’s ever had in his life. The service was attentive and prompt, the food delicious and atmosphere chilled out. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area

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EmmaLara123 . 2020-09-17

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Good quality meat cooked to perfection. Very attentive and polite staff. Lovely atmosphere and decor. Worth every penny, will definitely come back again. Highly recommend.

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99cesareb . 2020-09-16

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Starters were amazing and Mains delicious service was attentive and standards Perfect a great family dining experience

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J4s0n1975 . 2020-09-13

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