The Oak Tree Inn in Darlington

Had a lovely dining experience Lovely and pleasant staff including the owner Sim. Turkish food was perfect Highly recommended Barbara and Graham

The food was amazing. We always thought ELIF in norton was our go to place not any more. This place blows it out the water and the meals are half the price. Beautiful decor inside and the staff are all very helpful. Will deffo be returning soon.

Headed here for our anniversary meal and we were blown away. The food was incredible, would definitely recommend the hummus and lamb to start it was delicious. We had the lamb kebab and yogurt chicken for mains - both were amazing. Huge portions and really succulent tasty meat. Staff were super attentive, was really nice that they asked if we’d like to wait to eat our main meals given we’d polished off so many of the starters! Will definitely be back, amazing food service and value for money

Food was absolutely amazing so authentic and fresh , the complimentary fresh baked Turkish bread with the yogurt and chilli dip was so good also , the vibe off the place was very relaxed and chilled , quick and friendly service , and want to give a mention to the owner who was lovely and made you feel really welcome Will definitely be returning to try other things on there menu!

Fabulous Turkish dinner experience, visited on the basis of a review from a local paper and they weren’t wrong. Food was amazing, service 1st class,staff very friendly and informative with a good knowledge of all the items on the menu. Portions were plentiful and even received a Free portion of Baklava as couldn’t manage to eat another thing!! Ambiance was perfect great lighting and music. Will definitely be returning to sample their new ‘Lunch Menu’

Go here regularly. Not aware it has been taken over. Ordered grilled beef and onion pannini with onion gravy. Came on a dry baguette no gravy, masses of awful salad in baguette with a few pieces of beef on top, no onions or gravy. Other orders incorrect. The staff were hovering over us throughout the meal, very off putting. Will be finding somewhere new for our monthly catch up

We went tonight not knowing it had been taken over. I have never been so disappointed in my life, they’ve changed their drinks to cheap alternatives such as inch’s instead of aspall and Brixton instead of Laines. The food was dreadful. Kids chicken goujons (3) small, thin and overcooked I couldn’t cut them with my steak knife! I am not usually one to complain but they were inedible and were sent back. The replacements were better but still shocking. I feel so sorry for the lovely waitresses but if I was them I’d be getting another job as all they’ll get is complaints. We will definitely not be back. I just wish I’d seen the other reviews before we went!

Avoid at all costs it’s vile. Nothing at all was enjoyable about our experience tonight. The Parmo looked and tasted as if it was cooked last week and served today the photo from other customers below is exactly what to expect, the chips tastes as if they had been soaked in what can only be described as old stagnant larger. Full of young staff that couldn’t care less, spent the majority of the night stood outside the kitchen doors talking amongst themselves while there was tables waiting to be served and tables that needed clearing. Such a let down when the previous owners made such an effort

Have always enjoyed visiting the Oak Tree so went for lunch on Saturday. Was aware the restaurant was under new ownership but was surprised to see the old menu has been replaced. I would normally order the scampi but this wasn’t on the new menu so went with the Parmo which was awful. We will not be returning

Visited last night for the first time since the Oak Tree was taken over. We usually are regular visitors at the pub, but unfortunately last night was our last visit. Even though the place was busy, we were disappointed in the evening and the changes that had been made. We did not realise the menu had been changed and it has not been changed for the better. Real lack of choice now, and a pretty non-existent childrens menu which has now changed to burgers and chicken wings (which young child can eat chicken wings?) Ended up just asking for plain pasta, which was still brought out covered in garlic butter! Adults both had parmesans, which came our extremely greasy, and with terrible chips... this pub used to serve the best proper chips. Other small changes which just didn't make the pub feel as nice as it used to, cheap plastic bottles of morrisons vinegar on the tables, decking steps into the tent area broken and a tripping hazard with no tape or mat over them, dirty menus just printed on plain paper. Sad that this was our experience, and now going to have to find a new Friday night pub to frequent.

Not great. We’ve been here quite a bit since it re-opened and with each visit the food has gotten worse - this latest visit was the worst food we’ve had so far. Lamb chop starter was truly dreadful, I understand lamb can be fatty but these were 80% fat and white, uncooked, grisly, inedible fat at that. One of us had what was called cheesecake on the menu but it was a weird rubbery consistency and nothing like cheesecake. We did tell our waiter but all we got was a mumbled “sorry” and he just took our plates away and never came back to our table. It’s such a shame as it was quite nice when it originally re-opened, wonder why it seems to be going downhill.

Read some indifferent reviews but decided to give it a go as the location next to the airport was a key factor, lunch and straight to the airport. This was one of the best Sunday lunches I have ever had, really enjoyed it and will visit again, staff were very polite and helpful. We booked a table for 12.20 and were seated upon arrival, it was not really busy at that time but it had filled up by the time we were leaving, as for a table in the main building, but to be fair, the outside seating area may suit others.

Great food, very busy, I recommend booking a table Pleasant / friendly staff, lots of menu choice, well presented dishes, couldn't fault it, hope to visit again soon Photos are salmon & prawn salad , cheesecake for desert

I am gutted actually . Firstly the staff were fantastic. Me and my wife went today . She ordered a Sunday lunch well done beef . It came out rare and pink with rotten carrots on it . I ordered a Parmesan which came out microwaved to scalding hot with a very small amount of cheddar cheese scattered in the middle . Both meals came out within minutes of ordering . We had both walked 3 miles to get there to be so let down . We complained . We finished our drinks which cost £11 then we left . I even give them £15 which included a tip . The reason I am putting this on here is not to complain although you ruined our day . It’s to let you know you need to sort your kitchen staff out . The young ladies serving and the guy behind the bar were lovely . Sorry to do this but you need to sort things out it’s very rare I complain and it’s put me off coming back . Do something about this please back

Booked last minute for a late Sunday lunch. It was very busy but our table was ready & food & service were both excellent. Highlights were the Sirloin (appreciate being asked whether I wanted medium or well done), the Salted Caramel Cheesecake which was incredible & Charlotte who smiles non stop & made us feel very welcome. Great that it's dog friendly throughout.

I’m not surprised at the last few reviews as I have just witnessed an absolute shambles of a meal ! Me and my husband use to go here all the time in the summer as the food and people use to be polite ! Brought my mother and sister who lives quite a distance away for lunch my mother found a hair in her food and was disgusted but she was polite about it and told the young waitress who was lovely and apologised and said she would take it of the bill which was fine until the head chef neringa came matching out with an awful attitude and and demanded out 2 children would turn the phones down and that she owned the pub ! Clearly furious my mother found her ginger blonde hair on her food she thought she had authority to come out in that manner we was all in the state of absolute shock and at that point got up to leave baring in mind we had two children one 5 and one thats 3 that was sat at a table and never once moved or ran about ! One of the young waitresses that actually had nice manners could of easily came and said could we turn the kids phones down nicely and we would of gladly done it but no way will she come out shouting around my young children She then came back out raising her voice up in my face at me because we refused to pay for the food we didn't eat as we had to leave as they didn't make us feel welcome we offered to pay for the drinks but was told to leave and never come back ! We will never go back again and the food gone totally down hill and Niringa wants to wear a hair net in future and tie her hair up and cut her bloody nails!! awful hygiene!!! Chris you was calm and I think you was just as shocked as us but neringa you’re wife needs to learn some manners!

first class service food first class good quailty would highly recommend the oaktree pub, possibly need to book a table as it was very busy will go again for another meal , staff very good .

Food was ok for this family sunday lunch everything wasn ok till the bill came , we were charged extra £4.50 for three extra small portions of gravy , couldnt believe that we were charged that when the meal came to £180 , wont be retuning in a hurry!!!!!!!

Our first ever visit and the Sunday dinner was ok unsure why it came with a woodland amount of greenery and serving staff were polite people behind bar maybe managers quite oddly subdued

We popped in today Thursday 31st jan about 12.15. Heard great comments regarding, food, welcoming service. The establishment is so lovely, a lot of thought has gone into this vast improvement of previous ownership. The staff are so helpful, happy and considerate. Nothing is a problem. The food is fresh and beautifully cooked and presented . Also they serve real chips!!! Frozen chips should be banned!. So glad we ventured in to check it out. Top marks to all who work there . We shall return and have already passed the word on to friends.

Boy has this place gone downhill. It used to be my ‘go to for a special Sunday lunch’ place! Went today with a friend and a 5 year old child and despite the 3 degree temperature they sat us outside in a ‘tent’ sort of structure with a 6” gap between the floor and the start of the thin material that was all there was between us and the elements. Despite a whole load of heaters, it was FREEZING. Grey, pinched faces huddled in their outdoor coats whilst they ate the rapidly cooling food. When it came to the food obviously it wasn’t just space that was an issue. They clearly hadn’t increased their food order but instead just shared the food between more people . If they were hoping for a loaves and fishes event, I’m afraid they will have been disappointed. You might have thought the plates had been prepared by the borrowers, the portion was so small! The spoonful of gravy, didn’t even manage to cover the one, charred roast potato but, when we asked for extra gravy we were charged £1.50 for a tiny pot! What restaurant charges for extra gravy??? We ordered a child’s sausage, mash and peas, but got, sausage mash carrots and broccoli. The child won’t eat vegetables except peas, so that was wasted. The ‘adult’ meals were supposed to come with a bowl of vegetables. Half way through eating we reminded the waitress that we still hadn’t got the vegetables. She said she was sorry, but didn’t bring any. My friend ordered a glass of red wine that, after a reminder, finally turned up as my friend finished her meal. We complained at the end that we hadn’t been given the bowl of vegetables and the child’s meal wasn’t as ordered. The waitress said she was sorry. Clearly greed has replaced quality. Cramming in more people to increase the takings at the expense of comfort and a decent meal. So disappointing.

Our friends arrived and needed to park in the ‘disabled car park area’. Unaware that adjacent to the car park is an extended metal structure support which my punctured his tyre beyond repair. The RAC sorted him out but in order to prevent other disabled car owners from suffering the same damage he mentioned this to the owner. We were all totally shocked when his reply was “your the driver you should have looked where you were going” Need I write anymore!!!

We are a friendly group of old friends & meet up every 2 weeks, today was at The Oak Tree. We are a party of eight with one couple needing disability parking & seating which was stated on booking. Car park was very small & full so our disabled person had difficulty parking, the only space that was left had a large unistiut right on the space, so as the car went into the space the tyre caught the unistiut, our friend Brian then had to phone RAC for help,on arrival was informed it was a right off & needed a new tyre. Having sorted this all out with the RAC & getting a new tyre fitted, he mentioned it to the owner of the pub while we were ordering our meal, his answer was gob smacking “ he didn’t see a problem with the unistiut it was his driving 🙈. Unbelievable not a sorry or any kind words. This is eight customer he has lost. Bring back some hospitality PLEASE.

Booked a table for 1.30 wedensday lunch time. Arrived at 1.25 with elderly mother. We were then told we were too early and go to sit in tent outside until table was ready!!! When I questioned why they were saying we were too early I was told the slot was booked for 1.40!!!??? I explained that I would not book a table for 40 mins past the hr it was booked for 1.30. I was then argued with about the timings to which I did not except. I then explained that my mother could not climb the stairs they were expecting to which I was ignored and the waitress promptly walked away! We were sat out side in the tent to which it was raining in for 15 mins. My mother was by then very cold.The manager was rude and was not interested in the slightest. No one came and offered us a drink while we sat in the wet and cold we were just ignored. At 1.45 we were offered a seat in the warm . The only good experience was the young girl that served us and the food was lovely. I’ll never visit this place again there loss not ours. Obviously over booked at this very busy time and the customer care was out the window. Ho ho ho

Visited here with a friend for lunch. Service was spot on and the food absolutely delightful. Being the Christmas season we both ordered off the Christmas menu. Both had turkey followed by sticky toffee pudding. The turkey was lovely and moist and the veg which came with it was lovely. It also came with a Yorkshire pudding which is nice to see in a Christmas lunch. The pudding was beautiful and a very generous portion. All in all a very pleasant lunch with some lovely food in a relaxing environment.

The Sunday roast was so tasty, I would say it was the best Sunday lunch I've eaten. The staff were very friendly and attentive.

Years since we have been here ..tonight x4 of us went for our monthly meal out...cannot say enough how pleased we all are after such delicious food, service and very clean and relaxing atmosphere. Definitely will be returning.👌

we went with a group of 25 and very impressed. It was a lovely venue and we were made welcome in an area on our own with 3 tables of 8. We had pre booked of course, and everyone had sent in their order separately....

Went here last night lovely place we were seated and asked if we would like drinks then asked if we would like to order which we did an hour later we asked where food was only for the girl who served us to say what...

Fantastic service and food put of this world would recommend friendly staff amazing surroundings and lovely atmosphere

Visited The Oak Tree in Middleton St George on a Monday night. Shown to the restaurant area by a real canny waitress (sorry forgot to get your name) who gave us the menus, took our drinks order, and gave us time to look through the...

This was our first visit to the oak tree and we were pleasantly surprised, we both had a small chicken parmesan which was delicious the food was presented beautifully and served by very polite staff. Will definitely visit again when in the area and will...

The staff were very friendly. The food portions were generous and the price very affordable. We’ll definitely come back here again. 😊

Fabulous Sunday lunch. Trio of meats for Mr D and beef for me. Can have it pink or well done, served with carrots, broccoli, mash, roasties and creamy leeks, peas and bacon, not forgetting the excellent Yorkshire puddings. Solid 10/10. Starters were really good, loaded...

Best Sunday lunch I’ve ever eaten! Did not disappoint!! Visited for the first time with my friend for Sunday lunch 08/10/23- table booked a week earlier. We asked for covered outdoor and we’re seated straightaway. There’s heaters either above or at every table-and dogs are...

Heard amazing things about the Oak tree so decided to give it a go for a friend’s birthday. Bar staff were lovely and made us feel very welcome, showed us to a table however it was right within the path of the bar and very...

Great food great service great atmosphere , very happy we had Sunday lunch in the garden. The young staff were very attentive.

Lovely Sunday lunch and dog friendly too. Appeared to be well staff and was running well today. We will definitely be back.

We had dinner and desserts at The Oak Tree tonight at 1830 , staff and food was amazing 👏 well done. We had 5 different meals and 4 different desserts all delicious 😋 will definitely be returning 😋

It is with great sadness that I write this review. We visited on the 30th August 2023, and I was looking forward to it. Firstly, the venue has been nicely redesigned, however the dining room is small and very cramped. We asked to be seated...

Had the oak tree burger, one of the best burgers I've ever had!. The pints of lager are of very high quality aswell, highly recommended.

Good food and great value for money. Very quiet at end of service but staff very pleasant and welcoming. Outdoor seating available but poor weather kept us indoors.

Dog friendly pub???? took my 16week old puppy and 10 year old dog to be told we had to sit away from the staff due to their puppy “being in training” and wasn’t used to other dogs. We were the only customers sat outside on a Saturday evening. Grass area was in desperate need of cutting, tables had glasses and trays left on and we were told at 8.06 they were calling last orders after previously being told last orders was 8.15. Tomato sauce was vile!

Met daughter for long awaited meal out...we were not disappointed....outstanding meals....King Prawn and Chicken Curry with rice, fries and flat breads.....excellent service... the restaurant was full of happy people....great atmosphere .......Have already booked in again!

Lovely Food, we both had the Parmesan for mains and the staff were attentive , drinks are pricey though.

The waitress here was just so lovely, food was served promptly and was hot and fresh. Price was really reasonable too!

Called to have tea yesterday ordered 2 pints carling wasn't the best drink also ordered sirloin steak with all the trimings +quiche chips salad the steak was a bit over cooked and tuff

Lovely country pub . Great food and they do special offers . Good covid 19 practices . Restaurant excellent . Locals in bar enjoying themselves . Good service .

As a large family we enjoy going out for Sunday roasts and we were cautious choosing where to eat as not all places remember covid-19 guidelines. We were not disappointed here... one way system....clean throughout.....staff wear masks etc A family with dog were asked to sit in bar area as restaurant is carpet (very fair...I love my dogs but no...)We all chose roasts Its Sunday! Great veg selection and cauliflower cheese as an extra! I love mashed Swede too and it just made my day! Free ice cream for the kids and oh my banana waffle was lush!Got to go back during week and try the menu it is a must.

Booked in for family Sunday lunch, clearly messaged we had a dog, arrived to be told we were in the restaurant! As we had the dog we we relocated to a table in the bar which would have been great if there was 4/5 of us but as we were 6 with a child and a high chair not acceptable neither was using two tables. We crammed onto one and managed. The lunches were only okay, yorkshires were hard and the vegetables bland, overall disappointing as we have eaten there before with no concerns.Shame really as we wanted to support the local pub.

Lovely Sunday lunch. Starters great and the Sunday roast was high standard without the poncey portions. Dessert choice was great too, took a while to decide even though full but couldn’t resist. We are looking forward to going back to try the normal menu.

we go there very regular the food is second to none and in my opinion the best food in this area for meals a lovely place to eat really good atmosphere and great service

Came to celebrate our wedding anniversary after hearing good things about the quality of food here.We weren’t disappointed - staff attentive and adapting to the measures placed on them by COVID-19 pandemic.We both had the roast beef Sunday lunch - generous portions and cooked to perfection. We also ordered a side of cauliflower cheese - one of our favourites but not always available - this was very tasty and a great accompaniment to the Sunday roast.For dessert we had the homemade raspberry and white chocolate cheesecake which was absolutely top notch.As an extra bonus the chef had made a happy anniversary plate with fresh strawberries and white chocolate - a lovely touch Prices are reasonable and I’d recommend a visit Thank you oak tree staff for making our visit enjoyable.

Lovely service, very thorough and clean. Ate outside on the he decking, sun was out, very pleasant. Ample hand sanitiser provided.

Few things in life better a pleasant drive out into countryside you have never explored before and the discovery of a rather nice pub serving a decent lunchtime meal. It happened to us this week when we called in at the Oak Tree Inn at Middleton St George with friends. Two tried the small roast, another the cod and chips and I opted for the ham and eggs. The corporate verdict: a delightful experience with no complaints at all. There was plenty of praise, too for the creme brulee, sticky toffee pudding (with bags of custard)and cookie dough desserts. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful without being intrusive. Keep up the good work folks. We shall see you again before too long.

We just can’t resist popping back here for a bar snack. The food is really nice and the staff are really nice. They have also now added special beers....mmmmm! Highly recommended.

Fantastic family meal! Lovely setting, very friendly service from the young lady last night. The food is both traditional plentiful and very tasty! Great for all the family we will be back thanks all

Went today for a family birthday food was delicious nice atmosphere within the restaurant and the staff were lovely!! Catered for my multiple allergy child with great knowledge of their food and he was over the moon he could eat the same as us!! Highly recommend!!

have tried most of the menu and have found without doubt it is the best tasting food in this area for value staff very friendly and good service

Called in on a Saturday evening after my wife’s Christmas Day out with the girls. Was greeted happily by a member of staff who pointed me in the direction of the bar to be seated. Very friendly staff, took us to our table and took our drinks order. No Pepsi/ coke on tap but not the worst thing. I got the large hotshot Parmo and my word is was a thing of beauty. Chicken was tender, perfect amount of béchamel and the cheese was fantastic. I love garlic sauce so when ordering I passed comment to the waitress and she ensured I got a substantial amount with it, I wasn’t let down as a good garlic sauce is key to a great Parmo, I personally preferred it to a certain place In Red Marshall, blew it out the waster in fact. The chips were equally as scrumptious! My wife had the Cajun chicken, which was also tender, juicy and very flavoursome. Was very surprised how little people were in as the food was top class.

Not been here for some time as last meal wasn't brilliant, tried it again and It was delicious. Pub is warm and friendly, staff helpful and can't do enough for you! Food was delicious all 4 of us thoroughly enjoyed it. I love the nachos starter very tasty! Bakewell tart is to die for so yummy. I did have the sweet and sour chicken I think for the price you pay 3 small pieces chicken is a little bit on the tight side though.

Seven friends met for a meal last night. Four of us had food from the Christmas menu. All our meals were excellent especially the turkey which I had. The staff were so friendly and went out of their way to make our evening memorable.

Went for Sunday lunch I’m a very very fussy eater and it was the best Sunday lunch Iv had in a very long time I had the trio meat dinner. and iv eaten in some so called special places but this was better. I’m also a beer drinker and John smiths can be very hit and miss . But again the John smiths was top notch in there the lines obviously get cleaned often. Got served by 3 staff thou out the lunch and all were very polite indeed a great dinning experience .Anyway as we enjoyed it that much we went back last night for tea I had the mixed grill and my friend had the steak pie. Was a typical pub meal but very well cooked and tasty. John smiths was again top notch . As was the service. I would also like to mention that the toilets were very clean as I think that’s important when u are dinning . Might even go back again tonight one thing for sure I’m going to be a regular well worth the not to far drive from norton

Me and my partner visited this pub tonight and the food was amazing. I had fish and chips and my partner had fajitas. The portions were huge and very tasty. The best fish and chips I’ve ever had! Definitely recommend. All the staff were very friendly and welcoming as well

food averge and little older lady not very pleasant, came across rather rude, atmosphere would of been a lot better without this lady pacing the room.

Booked for a Sunday lunch with friends. Food was tasty when served but the wait of a half hour for the starters and over another half hour for the main courses was not acceptable. When this was mentioned to the very young and what seemed inexperienced waiting staff the excuse of we are busy was poor to say the least.When asked at the bar for a wine list they said that they did not have one, asked what wine they had that was not even correct. We could not recommend the Oak Tree for a Sunday lunch.

Excellent meal in a lovely pub. Would definitely go again and highly recommend. Friendly and helpful staff too.

Nice ambience with friendly staff and excellent food which was great value.Well worth a visit nice change from the town centre establishments that have stressed out staff and watered beer!

Great meal for a great price , cannot fault it ! Service was good and locals were friendly. I had the Chicken Parmo and a Strawberry Sundae. Both very tasty and great portion size. Would definitely go back if I'm in this area again.

Booked a meal for a family get together, took a while for meals to come out but there was quite a lot of us so that’s acceptable. Now some meals were very nice but some were not good. In the end didn’t pay for one of them as the pie was like cardboard and so hard. Service however couldn’t be faulted, girls were lovely and helpful.

Came here for a meal with friends last night and it was lovely. The food came quickly and was amazing (we all had parmos), the regular parmo meal is big enough to fill you up and the large ones are massive. Staff were really friendly too

First time I've left a review, but I was so impressed with everything I want you to know how good it was. the food was excellent with plenty of vegetarian options.The entertainment was great and all the lovely extras they put on made for a fantastic atmosphere for kids and adults. A really amazing day, more care taken than you see in bigger establishments, a really touching attention to detail, that made for a really impressive, relaxed and happy day.

We went to this place about 10 years ago. We decided to give it another go. We weren't disappointed. Friendly staff, and it was all refurbished, obviously after 10 years. I had the half parmo, it was delicious. Worth a visit

We wanted a home cooked meal that didnt cost the earth. After looking for restaurants in our area we came across The Oak Tree.

We stayed as quite a large group here whilst completing the Coast to Coast Bike ride last weekend. It was a fantastic place to stay with lovely rooms, clean facilities and helpful staff. The bar was a lovely place to relax in the evening with a great selection of drinks on offer at very reasonable prices!

We have been regulars at the Tawny Owl but endured awful service and a rude response from the manager.

Myself, my daughter and granddaughter turned up on a family day. We didn't intend to have food but the menu was so tempting we did. The food was excellent with prompt, friendly service from Karin. Will definitely return and take our dog as we found out they ate welcome

Went with Groupon new menu since last visit and everything seemed to have gone up by £1although they honoured prices for gruopon, We all had sweet and sour chicken 3 extra chips at £1 portion for just a few chips. Food freshly cooked and hot, nice presentation. Staff friendly butno one stopped 2 children in the bar from shouting messing about and running around not my idea of a night out. Thought sweets expensive for £6 so didnt bother.

Went here for dinner and a few beers during a business trip to the area. I had the fried cod with potatoes and garden peas which was very good. The service was excellent, nice and very prompt.

Visited the oaktree pub, had sweet & sour chicken with rice and chips. The waitress was nice and polite and very attentive. The food was brought out quick. As usual 10/10

We visited on a Thursday evening about 6.45 seemed busy we ordered after 30min s wait our food arrived worth the wait freshly cooked we both enjoyed it average prices for a pub we will properly go back.

Once again, a lovely meal in the Oak Tree. Very tasty food at very good prices... you can't go wrong. It's certainly worth a visit lunch, evening and for Sunday lunch.

Love coming here. Feel as though the staff a bit rushed off their feet, stood 15 mins at the bar waiting to be shown our table. Only 2 waitresses running a busy pub, food took nearly 45 minutes I actually forgot what I had ordered and by the time we got served everyone else had gone. Will be back but not anytime soon.

Just had Mothers Day Meal here,1 word superb,food was first class,meat was cooked to perfection,the portions are a good size,the staff are friendly and polite,the atmosphere is nice,overall another lovely visit,i would reccomend booking a table.

An excellent find just of the a66 between middlesborough and darlington.

Waited 40 mins for our meal after ordering. Started well with pleasant staff and drink order. Definitely took on too many bookings for the chef to cope. When meal arrived plates cold -not good always serve a hot meal on a hot plate. Discrepancy over size of plate for price we paid. Mash potatoes cold, vegetables in separate bowl swimming in water - obviously not strained properly - not difficult. Yorkshire puds cold obviously made sometime earlier. Won’t be returning.

Yet again we were well looked after by the staff and the food was as good as ever. Their parmo has got to be one of the best in the area. There is always a good choice of food on the "Specials menu". Definitely worth a visit

Visited here a few times, great service and even better food. Sunday lunch really good value for money .Well worth a visit..

Ate lunch here with a friend. Neither of us had eaten here before. We were pleasantly surprised when we walked into the pub. The decor was very good. Nice carpet on the floor and everywhere looked very clean.

Omg this steak 10oz rump, bloody beautiful. So juicy and nice tasting. The chips were proper chips. I fully recommend this place. Will be back, booked a table for Sunday lunch. Yummy!!!

We went for Sunday lunch,had booked a table for 2.30, providing we vacated it by 4pm,fair enough.We arrived at 2.15, and were shown to table pretty quickly, unfortunately that's where the service ends,had to wait to order drinks,a table that came in after us had there drinks order taken straight away. Despite this we eventually ordered our drinks and meals,drinks arrived fairly promptly,then a small wait for starters,food was very good however,then our starters were cleared,then came the very long wait for our mains to come,by this time it was 320pm,we had to ask a member of staff to chase our food, eventually it arrived with an apology,all roast dinners were delicious it has to be said, shame about the long wait, especially when they expected us to vacate table by 4pm. We then waited for our plates to be cleared and to order desserts. A member of staff walked past our table at least 5 times empty handed,showing some people to tables,she even saw that we had finished our meals, but made no attempt to offer us a dessert menu or clear our plates,the place was starting to quieten down at this point,lots of vacated tables around us,we eventually decided not to wait any longer to get a member of staffs attention to clear our mains,as we couldn't bear the thought of an even longer wait to get desserts,so we went to the bar to pay our bill and leave,so much for wanting our table for 4pm, the place was almost empty,the food was lovely,such a shame the service wasn't up to scratch, would have loved a dessert and further drinks. Probably won't be rushing back.

My Partner bought a Groupon voucher for this then found the only time we could book a table was between 4 and 6pm. So we arrived for our 4pm table bought and paid for a drink at the bar then was shown to our table and gave them our voucher. The waiting on staff seem to all be young teenager's, after waiting 20 mins we had to ask if someone could take our order. We finally got our food which was very average at best, after finishing our meal and drink we sat awhile but were not offered a dessert so left and drove home, then 45 mins later we received a phone call from the pub to say we had not paid for our drinks which we had. We will not be returning .

Once again VERY disappointed at the complete lack of hand pulled ale. None at all on this occasion. Some bottled ale but as it's so called "CRAFT BEER" it is overpriced by a country mile as is the wine. Very attentive and friendly staff under new management and food excellent and well priced. If they put on some good local ale and advertised in something like the Darlington Drinker they would pull in a much larger clientele from far and wide as not many pubs in the area doing the "entire" thing.

Went to the oak tree inn after being prompted by an offer on Groupon for Sunday lunch. Had to book 3 weeks in advance to get a 12.30 lunchtime slot. pub has a cosy feel out it.

Wow,what a lovely little pub,quaint,friendly,charming,the staff are friendly and polite,the atmosphere is pleasant,the food is first class,this was our first visit here but will return,the prices are very reasonable,overall a lovely place to eat,i would reccomend it,and i will return.

We went on a groupon, this was our first visit and will go back, I had the Scampi and my husband had the filled Yorkshire pudding, both meals were excellent, it took a while for my husband to get through his it was so huge he really enjoyed it, The staff were very friendly and efficient,

Went for Sunday lunch paid for in advance with Groupon. Booked a table for 6 people for 16.30. When we got there we were ignored for the first few minutes as staff were too busy. Eventually we were shown to a table in a crowded reastraunt area. A few minutes later we ordered drinks, which took a while to come, when the drinks arrived my wife's wine was in a very dirty (cover in lipstick) glass that took a further 15 minutes or so to get changed. We oreded our food only to be told there was no pork left. So we settled on 4 beef and two chicken dinners. By 18.00 we had asked twice but had not been served. Just after 18.00 the meals came but one arrived in a large Yorkshire pudding that was not ordered , the waitress encouraged me to take this one, as it had taken an hour and a half to get this far I decided it was a good idea to take it. The beef on all 4 meals was not edable being full of fat, vans and very tough.

We bought a Sunday dinner groupon for here for my partners Mam for her birthday and I have to say it has to be the worst ever Sunday dinner I have ever had meaty was fatty, watery gravy, extremely small portion and then our bill was wrong and the girl was reluctant to help us and sort the bill out for us. Extremely disappointing would not return here.

I highly recommend anyone who lives in or is visiting teesside to visit this small pub, staff are brilliant and really nice, the pub is kept super clean, there is something for everyone on the menu with gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options available on request. The meals I had was the Chinese chicken(sweet and sour) [also in the pictures is the chicken parmasan and lasagne] and the chocolate brownie(scoop of ice cream, chocolate brownie and strawberry sauce) and they were amazing, and don't get me started on the chips, possible the best chips I've ever had. Toilets are very small and could do with being refurbished but we're kept up to an excellent standard. The food is at a reasonable price. There is seating and a smoking area outside.

We went this evening after work for some tea. The staff are all really friendly and helpful. We had a groupon voucher for 2 pub grub meals and we chose the lasagne which was lovely, served with garlic bread and salad. The chips are fab- worth getting a side portion!