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Based on 569 opinions finded in 1 websites

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Nº 447 in 1985 in Bradford

Nº 9 of 37 American in Bradford

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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 mealThe staff were great - Little expensive but we didn't mind as it was such a nice placeThey did have a problem with the power halfway through our meal as something had tripped out with some of the lights & the music but we didn't mind at all, & if anything it made it more cosy & set a nice romantic setting.I had the Salmon with the grilled vegetables which is exactly what I was after (as I'm on Slimming World & very much keen to stick to plan as much as a I can when eating out) & my Fiancé had the Mixed GrillWe were both really full from these main meals so we politely declined puddingWould definitely go back, highly recommend

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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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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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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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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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Food was delicious. Beautiful steaks and an excellent choice on the menu. Highly recommend ordering some Onion Rings in the side. They were great. Waiting staff were very warm and welcoming.

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cpops89 . 2020-08-31

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Me and my boyfriend decided to go here and take advantage of the eat out to help out scheme, after wanting to try the restaurant for a while. Restaurant is lovely and had a lovely feel. Waitresses lovely and attentive. My steak was nice although slightly over cooked and I do feel it was quite pricey even on the scheme!

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RLD_133 . 2020-08-30

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We booked last minute yesterday evening for a group of 6 of us and had such a good night. The service was extremely good... Ben and his team couldn't do enough for us. We all thoroughly enjoyed the food, in fact the steak was the best I have had in a long time. Would also highly recommend the creme brulee! We'll definitely be back soon. Thank you!

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cays1978 . 2020-08-21

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Wow! What a fabulous meal. The initial welcome was friendly and the service throughout exemplary. The chateaubriand was one of the best we have had and the wine complimented it perfectly. We picked to eat here based on other trip adviser reviews and were not disappointed. We will definitely return when in the area.

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summerhousejulie . 2020-08-17

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Thank you to all the staff at the Ilkley cow! We had our first meal out since lockdown tonight and couldn't fault it at all. Service was amazing, went over and beyond;food and wine just delicious. If we lived here we'd be regulars, ilkley peeps, you lucky bunch!

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superpatty76 . 2020-08-16

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I don’t usually write reviews on Trip Advisor, but I have made a point of writing a review after my terrible and very disappointing experience this week. I made a booking for my dad’s birthday this week. The restaurant I understand was busier than usual given customers wanted to make the most of the eat out to help out scheme. We were seated in the middle of the restaurant, which was very loud and noisy given the big groups behind us. I politely asked the waiter as we sat down if we were allowed a table near the window (which I could see appeared to be free). I was told quite bluntly and rudely that they were Fully booked. There are manners, and whilst i appreciate they may be busy, there is a still a polite way of speaking to people. As we were waiting to order, I saw (who i think may have been) the manager. I asked again (politely), if they had any spare tables. Whilst he was not as rude as his colleague, he told me they were expecting a party of 6 at the table near the window I enquired about with his colleague and that he would let me know . Well, minutes later a table Of 3 people (there was no way 6 peopleWould fit at the table) arrived. I don’t like lying and manners are very important. I went outside to make a phone call and I was rudely told to shut the door because of the air con by the first colleague. When we were finally presented with the menu, I was told one of the few non- meat options had sold out. I was already by this time very upset by being lied to (just say politely you are unable to accommodate us).I have never in my life walked out of a restaurant but I felt compelled to walk away from the Ilkley. And I asked my parents to follow suit. Guess what, Broadleys Bistro were able to accommodate us at short notice and the staff were all very polite and welcoming. I will never go back to the Ilkley cow. I am tempted to write a letter of complaint to Management surrounding this matter as I was so shocked at the behaviour. I live in London and eat out a lot, never have I been spoken to like that. Even my parents were upset by the way we were treated. This is the worst experience I have had at this restaurant. Do not go there!

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SSLondon123 . 2020-08-15

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2 ribeye steaks cooked to perfection, seasoned very well, amazingly tasty, with sides of sweet potato fries and chunky chips also top notch, served with mushroom and vine tomatoes we also had a house salad which was also great, fantastic staff all round 100% worth a visit, we will be back ASAP

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1962184 . 2020-08-13

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Although busy to capacity. The steaks were second to non . Waitress service , attentive , warm and informative. Couldn't fault the evening on any level . Simply top spec

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penonboat . 2020-08-11

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We went as a family due to the ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ offer and we were made to feel very welcome straight away. Staff were very attentive and Ben made sure we were looked after well. Amazing 10oz steak night deal with lovely, tasty sauces & sides & a bottle of wine. The calamari starter was light and crispy and the burger was HUGE! We will definitely go again.

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annajane99 . 2020-08-06

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Thank you so so much for having us at such short notice. Atmosphere and the food were amazing. Staff were friendly and polite, I have no negative comments at all. Would definitely recommend anyone to go. Had the most amazing birthday and engagement that a girl could wish for. Thank you

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CLWAFARRAR . 2020-07-26

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Our third dinner delivered during the lockdown. Really lovely to eat such good quality food as a home delivery. Thanks

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jg1412 . 2020-06-04

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We ordered a 2 course meal to be delivered. It came on time, the order was correct and the portions were very generous. It was really great to get the 25% off which was a good selling point. The manager rang me the day after to see if we had enjoyed it which was really proactive of him. The only point for improvement we offered was about the large Yorkshire pudding that one of the meals came in. It would have been better for it to come wrapped separately and we would put the meal in to it on arrival.

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unicornfjc . 2020-06-02

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Thank you Ilkley Cow for delivering to us 3 delicious meals! Great service,meals delivered on time, what a treat for a Saturday night during lockdown. Looking forward to ordering from you again

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Anon0013 . 2020-05-10

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Well done ilkley cow ! Absolutely great family meal , arrived when they said it would, wonderful food and even had a call to check we enjoyed it ! We certainly did, will order again and have told friends ! Make sure you give them a try you won’t be disappointed

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nickwQ2339AS . 2020-04-26

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Ben accommodated the off-menu request of a tomahawk steak with ease! It was delivered piping hot with its sides and the starters. All tasted wonderful, a fab treat for the husband having his birthday indoors. Great service and food and look forward to visiting the restaurant as soon as we cam

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19charmainm . 2020-04-25

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The ilkley cow surpassed all expectations with a delivery of a 3 course dinner to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary . Prawn starters and salad but the. Chateaubriand was the star of the meal ,coated in gold ! A nice touch ! It was huge but so delicious , followed by sticky toffee pudding and cheesecake , it made the fact that we had to celebrate at home instead of with family and friends still feel like a special occasion . Amazing service from start to finish would highly recommend their delivermoo service , they deserve to do well

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62JohnV . 2020-04-10

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There’s not many restaurants that can make a delivery to your door and the food quality, freshness, heat and taste be the same standards as eating in the actual restaurant! We just keep going back for more. We had a huge delivery for my husbands birthday dinner yesterday and he was over the moon. Ben from the Ilkley Cow also delivered a complimentary bottle of red wine for his birthday, now that is looking after your customers! Ben also calls a couple of hours after the food has been delivered to make sure everything was ok. Not only is the food delicious and customer service is too. Once the restaurant is back open again we will be frequenting visiting.

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rebeccah767 . 2020-04-02

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Thanks for a lovely meal despite the pandemic. The steak was as delicious as ever, service excellent, and we feel like we’ve had a night-out at home! We would highly recommend the temporary take-away service this restaurant is providing, and encourage all to support their local small businesses in a way safe for all.

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Cemf80 . 2020-03-21

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What a fab night we had!!!...This was down to fantastic customer service and quality food. Customer service really was exceptional; very friendly, professional and attentive. Thank you to Ben, Sam and in particular Eliese for the wonderful service. Big thanks to the chef for a wonderful meal; steak was delicious and would definitely recommend the broccoli side dish. Well worth a visit...

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Kad208 . 2020-03-15

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Excellent Sunday roast, been here a few times now, service always fantastic, really friendly staff & cracking food, can’t go wrong!

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marlonp862 . 2020-03-05

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Unfortunately we received slow and inattentive service, disappointing food and chipped and cracked glassware.

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Lobstersorbet . 2020-02-29

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Poorly trained staff, who handled our drinks from the top of the glass every time. The bar manager even moved my straw from one drink to the next using the top most part of the straw!

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LeedsLass226 . 2020-02-29

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Fillet steak with spot on bernaise sauce cooked to perfection. Served by friendly staff. We had the steak night deal and thought it great value. We’ll definitely return.

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JMK2F . 2020-02-24

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We booked a table here for my daughters 9th birthday off the back of a couple of recommendations. It did not disappoint, the staff were all fantastic, the setting is very relaxed but the stand out for me was the food, it was amazing from start to finish and we are already looking forward to our next meal there. 10/10

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Dankatem31 . 2020-02-01

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We went here for a special 17th birthday and for a Monday was nice and busy which is always a good sign - the food was excellent all round as was the service! We had an array of starters including nachos, tempura prawns and calamari - all were excellent and burgers and steaks for mains - we will definitely be returning! Thank you

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JeneferM . 2020-01-07

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Can I say what a fantastic restaurant in a small town, we had a brilliant meal service being first class and at a price that was more than reasonable, the staff looked after us and were extremely friendly, the starter through to the desert was 10/10,we have been going away on New year's Eve for over fifteen years now including New York and we have had some brilliant meals along with some good and some average meals but Ben you and your staff top the charts so far.

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Voyager828175 . 2020-01-02

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We dined here on Sunday and it was very quiet so we were a little concerned when we first arrived, however there was no need for us to be as the food was delicious and the staff were very friendly. We had Sunday lunch and it was very tasty food and the staff were attentive and friendly. Definitely would come back if in Ilkley again!

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M8599HZrachels . 2020-01-02

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Booked a table for 10 to celebrate my mother's 90th birthday. The service from Ben and his team in the lead up was above and beyond expectations; offering to source a cake locally (I'm based in Edinburgh) and assisting with decorations. Nothing was too much trouble.

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Ferryman45 . 2019-12-16

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We went as this was a good place to meet some friends.

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david b . 2019-12-15

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Three of us went for a belated birthday treat. We all agreed that the food was delicious. The steaks were cooked to perfection and I had a lamb shank which was very tender and the meat just fell off the bone. The puddings were wonderful. Also for a Monday night it was fairly busy so the atmosphere was good. The service was very attentive too. I could not fault it.

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Hera19 . 2019-12-03

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Welcoming staff, with the most incredible food I have eaten in ages! Calamari and steak done to perfection. A must go place in Ilkley!

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Sarahrial85 . 2019-11-29

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Had a a fabulous meal here on Saturday night. Great atmosphere, great service and fantastic food. The fillet steak I had with chimichurri sauce was quite simply stunning.

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Bryan D . 2019-11-25

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We’re new to ilkley and we’ve been trying different restaurants trying to find a nice family option that suits a number of fussy eaters. We booked a table at The Black Hat but when we arrived (5pm) they had hardly any good left so I made a quick call to the Ilkley Cow... they squeezed us in, made us feel so welcome, the food was brilliant, the service was even better... we will definitely be back. Thanks to all the team for making our Saturday night a cracker :)

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HelenTonyYorks . 2019-11-23

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Six of us, including daughter and two teenage grandsons, visited the Ilkley Cow on Sunday 10th November. Nice atmosphere about the place, friendly and welcoming staff, so first impressions were very good. Service was spot on throughout, no delays between courses, regularly checked that we were OK for drinks. Menu had something for everyone, from burgers, through Sunday Roast to pasta. Food quality excellent. Bill came to £150 approx which I thought was pretty good for two courses each plus drinks. There are many great places to eat and drink in Ilkley and, as newcomers to the area, we are working our way through them, but the Ilkley Cow is up there with the best of them.

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Fishnbev . 2019-11-12

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We were in Ilkley Saturday morning. We decided to have lunch here, as it looked clean and modern. No other diners were there.

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TravelBedfordshire . 2019-10-30

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Wish I’d got the name of the lady who served us but hopefully she sees this, we came here on the 26th with our little baby, we booked online the night before and wrote in the comments that we were bringing a baby, we first arrived and she was so welcoming and lovely. A tablet in the corner had been set up for us with a high chair and room for the pram to go. She was so friendly and involved our baby in everything she did, she came and checked on us plenty I really felt at home here and I thought her customer service was above and beyond, so thank you! Food was also delicious! We are not local but if we are back again we will definitely return.

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xoHannahRose_ . 2019-10-27

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The service was excellent,the food was equally as good .The restaurant was very clean .we had a fantastic night

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Mobile54796459038 . 2019-10-24

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This is the first time we have eaten in this restaurant and we were very impressed. The meal was delicious (I would highly recommend the Confit Duck) and the gentleman who served us was very attentive without being obtrusive.

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NozzaY . 2019-10-23

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I have eaten here many times over the past twelve months, the food is very good and really great value when they run their special offers! I would strongly recommend to anyone reading this review!

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Justin H . 2019-10-09

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Food is expensive for the quality. Staff are very friendly and attentive and the restaurant is fitted out nicely. However unfortunately, i do feel that the food is quite average.

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HAL1504 . 2019-10-05

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The best steak I’ve had in a long time. Really good service and a really good value midweek deal. Strongly recommend.

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OThompson71 . 2019-09-19

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Menu choice was reasonable for starters and main courses - we didn’t have a sweet.

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Stulittle . 2019-09-14

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A golf Society, where my pal and I are members, were staying at the excellent Riverside Hotel nearby; fancied a change and eight of us dined here.

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Dickodemint . 2019-09-09

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Every item of food was cooked to perfection. My food intolerances were accommodated without question and the service was excellent. Our first visit but definitely not our last.

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H5395LMjuliem . 2019-09-06

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We had a steak night meal and the food was incredible, really great value for money however white wine was unavailable and we had to have a bottle of red however the wine was not up to scratch, it was quite watery and would not have the same bottle again. The music was a little quiet however the food and service was excellent.

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emilyjdrake . 2019-08-31

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Although quiet on a sunny bank holiday Sunday, the Ilkley Cow was a great choice. The menu looked a bit expensive online but the set menu meal deal was really good value. The starters were very good (calamari and soup), and we all had sirloin beef roast dinner for mains (pink succulent meat, crispy yorkshire puds). And the cheese cake for dessert was really good too. Above all, the service was top notch, very attentive and knowledgeable. Highly recommended.

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Chris W . 2019-08-29

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Wow our first time here in a while after the last owners couldn’t get it right what a turnaround came in on a Tuesday and did the steak deal and not disappointed it’s has to be one of the best tasting fillet steaks I have had in years please come and try it you will love it we did well done to the new owners you deserve success we will be back

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Q1661EAnickh . 2019-08-20

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Spacious restaurant with a good choice of menu.

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GrandTour820685 . 2019-08-17

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My wife and I dined at the Ilkley cow last weekend whilst visiting Ilkley and could not been more impressed. From start to finish the service, food and wine (great Malbec recommendation to go with our ribeyes by the way) were spot on. I’m bemused after reading the review below but you’ve only to read many more before it to get a realistic overview of this place. We found the manager to be very friendly, knowledgeable and professional and can’t wait to return for another “tennis ball sized” pulled pork scotch egg!

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connors5863 . 2019-08-14

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My expectations were high having read reviews on TripAdvisor but they were soon dashed when the food was served. The Super Food Salad was anything but super. A few damp salad leaves, no dressing and halloumi which was slightly warm and tough which is how it is if not served quickly enough. The Ribeye steak had to be the worst I have ever had. It was barely warm, over cooked, dry and stuck in my throat. One bite was enough and it was sent back to the kitchen.

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CeeKil . 2019-08-12

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My partner and I very much enjoyed our evening at the Ilkley Cow, and were pleased to get a table as we hadn’t booked. Service was top notch, not intrusive but very friendly and knowledgeable. Food was excellent- we shared a chateaubriand which came with 2 kinds of chips, 2 sauces, onion rings, grilled mushrooms & tomatoes - a proper feast! Definitely a place for meat lovers. Highly recommended :-)

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LJRLeeds . 2019-08-03

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Expected a nice restaurant with good food but it was upstairs in a pub squashed up on a small round and square table put together. Not ideal for 6. It was a joke when the mains were served before the starters and the starters served whilst eating the mains. Oh and no deserts. Woykd recommend that you could just pop in for drinks.

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Traveller54Sheffield . 2019-07-12

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I had ribeye my hubby is a fillet man.Both was extremely tasty.Served with chips mushroom vine tomatoes.Really good value.My hubby said his steak was better than Gauchos.We have eaten at some top steak houses world wide.This little gem is fantastic.Will be back.New owner/chef we will definitely be supporting this independent restaurant.Lovely waitress.Lots on the menu not just steak.Clean toilets ect.

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Sharonfoxy . 2019-07-05

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Went there on a Monday when most restaurants in Ilkley were shut.

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Travel15265 . 2019-06-27

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Exemplary roast lunch. Quality ingredients well cooked and in generous portions. Good value and welcoming. I would be a regular patron if I lived closer.

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RCTxyz . 2019-06-16

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We visited for a Father’s Day meal. We felt very welcomed upon arrival and looked forward to our meal. The food was good. Steak was cooked lovely. Disappointed with the scallops - they were missing a couple of ingredients advertised on the menu and were lukewarm and pretty tasteless.

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louisef360 . 2019-06-16

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I love the food Everything was lovely starting from soup salad to the main dish the steak and the desserts

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Roam114005 . 2019-06-15

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We’ve eaten here previously when it was the Moody Cow and were hoping that the name change hadn’t impacted the quality and taste. It hadn’t! We booked a table for 6 people including a vegetarian and all thoroughly enjoyed their meals. Plus the staff were all very friendly and not at all overbearing, letting us linger over our meals.

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EHoldsworth . 2019-06-10

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