The Orange Grove in Harrogate

Ate here on our first night of a 2 day trip. Found the staff very friendly and helpful. We ordered a chicken curry which was one of the best I have ever eaten, my husband had fish and chips and was very happy with it.

On Good Friday we decided to eat here as we'd previously had decent meals. I decided on the fish and chips and my wife had the fish in a roll. My fish came in a barrel of hard batter that was so difficult to even get through, when I eventually did, the fish was so over cooked it was dry and tasteless. The bread and butter that came with it was half a crusty baguette that for some reason had been toasted. The chips in skins were also overcooked and hard Needless to say when we left, my plate was nearly as full as when it arrived at our table. I had intended on passing on my disappointment to one of the staff, but no staff came anywhere close to our table as soon as it was apparent that we had left so much food on our plates. We won't be visiting again. Fish and chips prices was £13

We met friends who had their dog with them so restricted on where to go for lunch on Boxing Day. We managed to find a seat in the Orange Grove although it was very busy. My partner and I had a pie which came with gorgeous mash and the best gravy ever. Our friends had gammon and a chicken Parmo and the portions were huge. The whole bill for food came to £45. Freshly cooked abs beautifully presented. Highly recommend.

We love Knaresborough and decided to spend the night there on our way up north. Booked easily for a very reasonable rate. Warm welcome and the room was ok for a night. Great location but as it is so central there was quite a lot of road noise all night. Nice glass of Pinot and pint served in the bar.

We visited the Orange Grove on 10 May. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by friendly bar staff. We had a couple of drinks and lunch while we were there. The food was amazing, I had the home made curry. My husband had the all day breakfast and he likes his food cooked really well done. The chef was accommodating in giving him exactly what he wanted, even though it was probably not how he would like his food sent out to a customer. The atmosphere in the Orange Grove is nice and friendly, the staff are really nice and they were happy to accommodate our special requests. We would definitely recommend popping in if you’re in Knaresborough.

First time we've been here for food as a family the staff were very friendly and welcoming, The food was excellent from starter main to dessert no complaints at all will definately be coming back again,

The bar staff were good, pub looked good and welcoming but ordered simple food which took 1 hour 10 minutes to arrive and was poor quality. This is way too long to wait for a bad meal. Wonderful pub but kitchen staff need attention.

The barman was so welcoming. The food was the best. Highly recommended The beef and onion baguette with chips. The bathroom was so clean. Prices very good. Will definitely recommend it.

2nd visit to this fantastic little pub in a quiet corner of Knaresborough and was a lovely room, comfy bed and great en suite. Staff were fantastic, nice ICED cold beer and will definitely be back again soon!

My first visit to Knaresborough. We were supposed to stay in Masham but couldn’t find rooms at short notice. We were made very welcome on arrival and shown to two clean rooms with huge comfy beds. All staff were friendly and clearly wanted us to enjoy our stay. We did and we will return. Thanks for the hospitality.

No outside lights on asked if it was open to be told by Vicki Pollard if it wasn't for the four in the window we wouldn't be. Had one defaulted to wspoons. If independents want support. Be OPEN.

I went to this pub with my dog ​​and we had a great time. Staff very kind and helpful. Perfectly respected covid measures and exceptional food. They also gave my dog ​​food and a bowl of water. I can only recommend it. A stop to do if you visit the city. You experience all the hospitality of North Yorkshire.

Just randomly walked in after a long walk through the knaresborough river. Per friendly place,they just brought our dog a bowl of water and some treats,really friendly waitress always smiling and helpful. Food tasty and cooked properly. I will definitely choose this place again.

You’d better getting a Tesco meal deal. Beer selection is okay but the food is awful. Reheated food that tastes like cardboard

When we sat down we were asked if we wanted just drinks or food too, when we replied with food the waitress sighed at us even though we’d said upon entering that we’d come for food. The food took almost an hour and was not worth the wait at all. I had the steak and ale pie and chips, was supposed to come with peas but didn’t - pie boasted to be golden puff pastry on the menu but was rock hard and very dry and the chips were thin french fries clearly from a frozen bag. My partner ordered steak and chips, the steak was supposed to be 5oz but was merely 3 bites worth. The onion rings that came with it were rock solid and hard to cut or bite into. We weren’t asked if we’d like any condiments and staff were nowhere to be seen. Pub was practically empty and still really poor service. Beer was flat too. Only reason we ate any of it was because we were hungry after waiting an hour and had already paid! Will not be back and wouldn’t recommend.

Great pub in Knaresborough. The bartenders are really friendly and will make you feel at home. Haven’t tried the food so cannot comment. They sanitise the hand santiser so you know they take the virus seriously

Very nice pub. Drinks a bit pricey. But OK to pop in for one. It was very pleasant nicely decorated. Staff were friendly enough. Not eaten here so can't comment. But overall nice place.

Had dinner here today thought it would be nice to eat out but as Knaresborough does not have a lot to offer in eats out I was disappointed in our Sunday carvery the meat was served to our plates by fingers I did mention to the young person serving he should have had a meat fork but then continued to put the meat on the plates with his fingers! Couldn’t believe it. I did report my concerns to bar staff & had half a refund it totally spoiled my day is it too much to ask for a meal out in Knaresborough? Apparently so!! And it wasn’t over warm maybe an idea to make your own Yorkshire puddings as well. Drinks expensive enough without wasting money on food that’s not worth eating.

My fiancé proposed at knaresborough castle yesterday and we went to the orange grove for a drink to celebrate. The lady behind the bar really looked after us and made it even more special. Thank you 🥂

We called in here for our lunch because the 6 Poor Folk pub wasn't doing meals.We were happy with what we had for pub lunches.We ordered steak and chips and beef from the carvery on a bread cake with a jug of gravy and roast potatoes. The beef was a little on the tough side though.

My husband, I and 2 friends stopped the night whilst attending a local wedding and we were able to check in early which was really helpful. The rooms are above the pub and are good for this type of accommodation in this area, kept clean and tidy and with tea /coffee making facilities. The staff were lovely, showed us around and told us everything we needed to know.

We have stayed at the Orange Grove several times during our many weekend breaks in Knaresborough. The rooms are above the pub and are good for this type of accommodation in this area, kept clean and tidy and with tea /coffee making facilities. Noise from pub below is negligible and will not be a problem.We have always stayed B/B and breakfast is excellent. we have also had lunch there a few times and this was also very good and reasonably priced.The pub has entertainment in the evening between 9 /11 and this entertainment is quite good.This pup is located in a great position for everything that anyone wants to do on a weekend away and Knaresborough is a great place to spend a weekend.The management and staff are very friendly and very helpful with advice about the local area's,transport and whats going on locally.The only problem we have had is with the bookings, it is often fully booked and this is the problem with me giving it such a good review as it may well make it even more difficult for me to book again in the future???

Stopped here for lunch with a friend whilst visiting Knaresborough, really nice pub and setting. Staff were really friendly. We had food which was Average pub style food, but lovely none the less.

Ate here last week at their Sunday carvery. A choice of 4 beautifully cooked meats, plus a wide choice of delicious potatoes and vegetables. Fantastic value, would highly recommend. Nice little suntrap garden too!

Lovely clean rooms and friendly staff. Advised I was vegan and was presented with vegan sausages and soy milk which had been bought in especially. Really appreciated the gesture. Would recommend great value for money x

Called in on our way to Harrogate for some lunch. I had a jacket potato it was delicious and cooked perfectly. Hubby had steak and chips he ate the lot. Friendly and welcoming service, can’t fault it

Visited Knaresborough today after not being there for quite a few years. Decided to come here for lunch. Staff were really nice but the food was terrible. Had to wait quite a long time for the food, although staff were good to apologise. I would recommend this place for drinks with your friends but certainly not the food. I’m not one to complain but I was very disappointed.

My other half and myself stopped the night here, the cleanliness of the room was amazing and the staff were lovely, showed us around and told us everything we needed to know. Beds were plenty big enough were us two, he shower and water was really good too. One thing that was letting us down was the toilet seat, which had cracked through the middle, making it painful sometimes for me and my other half to use the toilet.

The rooms are lovely and it was just perfect to wake up to the heating coming on. The breakfast as always was huge and beautiful. Can't wait to go back and see everyone

We called here for Saturday lunch after trying a few other places which either didn't serve food or didn't have anything on the menu we fancied and I'm glad we did.

Visited with family for lunch, we had lasagne, og burger, 3 bean chilli and cheese and pickle sandwich. The lady serving was very attentive and they even accommodated for gluten free. The food it's self was great value for money. 5 stars to the Orange Grove

Just ate at this place and the food was the most disgusting meal I have ever eaten in my whole life. My dog wouldn’t eat it... furious!!

Its not very often I write a bad review I have to feel really upset by the place to do so but here goes. We walked in to this pub for lunch on a sunday and they only had the carvery on, that was fine we both like a carvery so ordered it. When we got to the carvery the chef looked like he was filling the trays up turns out he had added water to the gravy to make more and had no turnip left. We got the beef as that actually looked nice it was pink in the middle and i got the only veg that was left whick consisted of what i think was watery cauliflower cheese, very over cooked broccoli and under cooked boiled potatoes. I got back to my table with a plate covered in a watery gravy cheese like sauce it was awful. I then tried the beef, it was tough and when i say tough i could not even chew or swallow it. Safe to say both me and my partner left it. It says a meal is bad when my partner leaves food especially meat as he normally can eat just about anything. Safe to say we will never go back again.

Good value nice pub grub good portions. Friendly staff, clean and welcoming. Dogs welcome with free dog treats.

Visited the Orange Grove for mothers day meal. Nice atmosphere, pleasant staff and good service. Lovely food and reasonably priced. Have been back since and will return.

Just visited the orange grove for food and drinks and can say great service and lovely food 100%return to this pub ..... keep up the good work

The food was lovely but we felt there wasn’t much of a choice of veg and would of liked some mash potato

We popped in here for Sunday lunch as there are not places in knaresborough that do a carvery! On arrival we noticed a small carvery set up which did not look very exciting! However the food was excellent! There were three meats beef gammon and pork and my husband had two slices of each! Lots of variety of vegetables red cabbage carrot and swede mash parsnips broccoli cauliflower cheese and lovely roasties and Yorkshire puddings! Gravy great too! Only £8.95! Going back! The staff were welcoming too!

I spent a few hours around town and ended up in The Orange Grove, both of us having the large portion of home made steak & Ale pie with all the trimming. The food was well cooked and plenty of it. Steak was very lean and the gravy was amazing. Staff were very pleasant and attentive. Nice setting with plenty of seating. Would recommend for a quick drink and a bite to eat. Keep up the good work ladies and Chef.

It was very quiet when we visited at lunchtime today. The pub has a nice interior and was dog friendly. The food arrived quickly and was of a good standard. Possibly not special enough to return but was a good price and fine overall.

We were staying in Knaresborough on a sunday night.Could not find anywhere that served food later than 5 o clock ! So we ate here which was okay. Good portions and reasonably priced.

quite bite to eat here. Burger and chips. The food was nice pub food . The drinks good. The staff and other customers friendly . Would call in again if in the area.

Enjoyed our stop here for a bite to eat midweek, stumbled upon it almost at random. The fish here is top quality standard and beautifully crisp, flaky. Staff are also very friendly too. Enjoyed our visit, thank you.

Day out with the family and visited this establishment for a spot of dinner, 3 out of the 5 of us had what was supposed to be tomato and kale soup which basically tasted like a bowl of grass cuttings, my little sister just had some garlic bread which cost £2.95!!! which was honestly a small single piece of cheese on toast! I wouldn't return even if someone paid me to!

I had the burger and chips, burger was over cooked and chips under cooked. The worst thing however was my husbands steak and ale pie, the meat was the toughest ever. Virtually impossible to chew. Considering there isn't much on the menu it was very disappionting

We chose this place based on other reviews and because the pub has a lovely frontage. Don't be deceived!!

Visiting Knaresborough Market, we viewed the menu at the entrance of the Orange Grove, which encouraged us to have lunch at the establishment. The interior is pleasantly decorated and the bar was not very busy. The menu is a little limited, but provides some different choices to those usually found at a pub/restaurant. Orders are placed at the bar and food served at the table. The good quality meals provided excellent value. Service was pleasant, friendly and efficient. Our receipt was headed "So Bar & Eats", therefore the Orange Grove may be affiliated with this small local chain, We were not disappointed and would visit again.

Nice, comfy cosy pub, friendly worth a drink if your in Knarsborough. Didnt eat here so cant comment.

My grandson told me to come here, he said it was great, and he was right really enjoyed the food, will be back, and knaresborough is beautiful, be sure to go around the corner and visit the castle grounds, it's a treat on the eye with spectacular views over the river.

Sunday lunchtime, wanted a quick sandwich and a drink. Staff member said that the sandwiches might take a while so, yes, we were warned and can't complain about that.

This was my very first visit to Knaresborough and I couldn't leave without trying a hearty traditional Sunday pub meal, & The OG didn't disappoint at all - really friendly service, good decor, minimal waiting time and great food. The pastry on my pie was a bit on the dough-y side, but the steak filling was very flavoursome and made up for it entirely. My partner's fish was beautifully flakey with crisp batter, chips were great too. The card machine was down but the staff were very helpful in pointing me to the nearest cashpoint, no problem. Great location in the heart of the village and would visit again. :)

Me and my girlfriend went to Knaresborough for the day and stumbled across the Orange Grove. The service was good and the food was cheap and really nice. Overall a very welcoming place and would return.

We went there for lunch today. The pub inside is nicely decorated.

Visited on a busy market day midweek. We were hungry and thirsty and needed sustinence.....

In need of warm drink and food after coming out of rain. Lovely homemade soup with big chunks of bread for dipping in. A little disappointed with the cup of tea which was a little cold and drunk in one gulp but all in all a nice place to stop

We called in for a snack lunch and found the pub very pleasant. Staff were helpful and good service. The selection of food was good and enjoyable. Good choice of beers

Been a while since we have visited the grove ( Orange grove ) seems to have had a bit of a make over new name,new staff impressive decor.

15 minutes after finishing meal and plates still in front of us. Forgot our drinks, food cold (although price taken from the bill) and on cold plates. No salt, pepper or vinegar on table. The table was still covered in food from previous meals! Not coming here again!

Called for Sunday lunch. The food was excellent. The staff really friendly & we called back in during the evening to watch a Take That tribute band raising funds for charity. Again great atmosphere.

Went well. We are very easy pleased and relaxed about our weekends away. If you are picky I wouldn't stay here as there are lots of little things that would make the world of difference to some. In my opinion a tad over priced at £90 B&B; in its present condition and for the breakfast options we were offered. That said we had a great time in the bar where there is live entertainment every Friday and Saturday night.

Called in for lunch, we had the sausage and mash and the chilli. Firstly both dishes served on cold plates, not good and one was chipped. The sausage meal was very nice and reasonably priced. The chilli was like no chilli I have encountered, pale watery pinkish mince with no discernable chilli in it? Shame as the pub has been nicely decorated with a good ambience. Will probably return in the future to give the place a second chance.

A beautiful setting overlooking river Nidd we just stopped for a tea and coffee oh and a cream scone which my girlfriend devoured with great gusto so I believe it must have been good staff were quick and friendly a bit pricey but then again it's in a lovely setting

Found this lovely place one Saturday afternoon, lovely staff, great food generous portions and lovely decor also let us take our dog in which was a great plus

called in on sunday 2nd October ,great welcome ,we both had roast beef with all the trimmings . the food was cooked wonderfully ,you will need to try the casked ales as well ,theakstons brilliant. we will be coming back soon . mark sue

Are you hungry? If so, this is the place for you. Huge and I mean HUGE plates of food. Don't be thinking this will be a huge plate of tasteless food. Every mouthful is cooked to perfection. Highly recommend. To top it all the service is great and the surroundings are very pleasant indeed. 10/10. I'll be back. With friends/family.

We stayed here on Saturday the 10th of September 2016 for my birthday and it was lovely, the rooms are very cosy and the bed was more comfortable than my own! The breakfast was lovely, clearly fresh and not a drop of oil in sight! My wife I have fallen in love with Knaresborough and The Orange Groves Played a big part in that, we'll be back soon!!

My Husband and we're looking for somewhere to have an old fashioned Sunday Lunch, when we came across this very nice pub, we were so glad we did, we both had lunches Pork for Hubby and Chicken for me, the very pleasant young lady brought our food on the biggest plate I've ever seen! such a huge portion of delicious food, sadly we couldn't manage to eat it all, we will definitely go back, the price was so reasonable, the Staff are so friendly, can't wait to return.

Popped in here today for a late lunch on our way home from visiting family. The food was lovely and plentiful, surroundings nice and staff lovely! Will defiantly return

Friendly staff made us feel very welcome, delightful surroundings and the food was made from fresh ingredients and tasted delicious. One of the best meals my friend and I have ever had.

Called in for lunch and made to feel welcome. Good basic menu at reasonable prices. Partner had large sausage and mash; I had steak pie. Both lovely and despite it being quite busy, didn't have long to wait. Would definitely visit again but please make sure glasses are clean!

Popped in for lunch, we all had jacket potatoes with a small side salad. Very good value for money and would visit again.

We happened upon this bar/restaurant whilst having a whistle stop visit to Knaresborough. What a find!!! We decided to have a bite to eat and each main course was a really high standard. But I must say that the Steak Pie was brilliant!!!!

After being let down by another B&B; we found this last minute accommodation in Knaresborough (8 mile away from Ripon Racecourse, which was the purpose of our visit), we were totally surprised by this little charm within the village. Rooms were cosy, clean & had all amenities needed. Breakfast was fantastic, service was fast & friendly & an all round feeling of home comforts. Definatley highly rated!

We had a lovely filling lunch here, really enjoyed it. Home-cooked meals too, or tasted like it. Would recommend if out for lunch in Knaresborough. Nice interior too and friendly bar staff

Friendly staff, excellent food, lovely pub &beer; garden. would definitely recommend it for food or just a relaxing drink.

First visit,won't be the last.Excellent food and presentation. Homemade lasagne garlic bread and coleslaw. the chargrilled burger was a chicken breast.Friendly staff too.

A very nice friendley pub, a very cosy pub, nice beer garden sun trap, the staff are very friendly and i will recommend this to all friends and family.

After a delightful visit to knaresborough with its friendly shop keepers we looked for somewhere for lunch and came across the Orange Grove, as soon as you entered you were greeted with a friendly smile and made to feel welcome. An excellent menu to suit everyone we had the beef and ale pie ,good portions and all home made, prices reasonable, children friendly well worth a visit, we'll definitely go back when in the area again.

This lovely local pub is great. We went in for a pub quiz, invited by a few local people, and had a wonderful time. Didn't win, but who cares! During the evening there was free food (shepards pie) and the atmosphere was friendly and they made us feel very welcome.

Obviously under new ownership!! Called in with friends and was greeted with a big smile and a friendly welcome from the bar manager, the place has obviously just had a huge refurb and looks fantastic. We all had lunch which was absolutely fantastic, good old fashion pub food with generous portions. Will definitely be returning

Friendly staff, clean well equipped rooms & good beer. We all had a great time. Liam the proprietor's restaurant in the courtyard is also excellent.

Call here for a quick bite to eat for lunch we were pleasantly surprised what a friendly oldie world place it was. The food was excellent and plentiful. Prices were very reasonable

Dropped in by chance when visiting the beautiful town of Knaresborough. We all had the special of the day, a steak sandwich with fries. It was brought to the table within a few minutes of ordering. It was delicious!

Warmly welcomed by the staff. The food was hot as was the plate, tasty and a great price. Service was quick as well.

We booked for 17 people three weeks in advance, and were given a menu to peruse.