The poachers barn in Scarborough

Absolute fabulous pub New landlord/landlady above and beyond wot is required if your staying at nearby holiday spots its a must, great 4 families accomadation if wanted "BB" traditional proper pub big big play area 3 car parks

Wanted a dinner out on our last night in the area and came across this online. Reviews seemed good and it was only a couple of miles away so we thought we'd give it a go. Sadly it was just a disappointment. Walked in and first walked through to the lounge area (I think) but it was chilly as the door was open with people out the back and the music on the TV on full blast. Walked back into the main bar and sat at the only clean table. This is where it just went downhill. A big table of locals near the bar were loud (it was only 6pm) and meant that it was hard to enjoy our meal as all we could hear was them. They pretty much took up most of the space around the bar which was where you have to order your food. It's the first time I've been in a pub/restaurant too where people were openly vaping away inside and nobody giving a toss. The staff seemed young, which isn't a bad thing, and more interested in being with the group of people. Food was okay really but the steak was an effort as no steak knife to eat it with it wasn't the best cut. We left as soon as possible I'm sad to say. Kind of spoilt what was supposed to be a last night treat!

Four of us each had a meal and the food was delicious, service was great and prices were reasonable

Absolutely fab pub so welcoming and had such an amazing time dog friendly and lovely food would 100% recommend hopefully be back soon!

My husband arranged my 80th birthday surprise hear. It was fantastic ,the buffet was brilliant great selection of food and plenty of it.the staff were pleasant and the room was great for a private function. We all had a great time ,thanks The poachers Barn.

A really welcoming place, the staff are very friendly, food is great and service is quick.

Couldn't rate the food as they had finished serving despite it saying online they served until 8pm . We rang several times before we left our apartment but no one answered. Only 3 customers in there when we arrived. We walked in sat down to look at the menu the staff said nothing. They then disappeared and it was another customer who told us they had stopped serving food at 5pm. We were quite relieved to leave as staff were hardly helpful and they had music playing and the tv on with the sound on too.

Met up with an old friend who lives near this pub, great views and friendly staff, we were there from 5pm till 6:30 so a bit early to say if the atmosphere was good or bad.

Quite local pub with exceptional food. Small play area in the back. Can honestly say the ultimate spicy beef burger was the best burger I have ever had. The rest of the adults had the steak and ale pie with drink for £10.50 which is an absolute bargain, the pies are top quality. Would highly recommend to anyone and will definitely be back next time I am in the scarborough area.

We visited here twice whilst we were on holiday. The food was lovely. All really fresh and tasty and well priced. Kids meals were really good value too. Nice atmosphere, friendly staff. Couldn’t fault it.

Great food for an amazing price, with an inviting atmosphere and great staff. Would highly recommend to anyone in the area.

Great stay . So welcoming by staff and regular guests. Will definitely go again

Stayed here for 1 night whilst we went to a gig in Scarborough. Had a meal 1st, which was bloody lovely. We had the salt & chilli kebab. Greeted by lovely staff, nice family atmosphere in the pub. The room was lovely, comfy bed with a nice view. 10 min drive to Scarborough. Thank you, Poachers, we will be back 😃

Great food and atmosphere and friendly staff

Lovely food and staff, very welcoming..would definitely return 😁

This is a reply to your reply, we hired a room for a wake, and you might have been short-staffed on the day maybe it would have been wise to explain that to us. Regarding the food allergies, you were informed in plenty of time. I called in and spoke to a member of staff (face to face) at least a week before, my son also spoke to a member of staff on the phone days before the wake. We certainly did not tell you on the day, I would have understood if you had just forgotten about it, an apology would have been fine.

Took advantage of 30 per cent off offer found online for main meals. No complaints about my doner wrap served with good portion of fries. My partner found scampi could have been more golden and crisper (a little pale) and mushy peas presented better - surface dry and cracked. The menu seems varied and good value, even without discount offer. Would go back to try another dish.

We booked out one of the function rooms, service was poor with no staff members present for majority of the function. We also notified staff of allergens prior to which they did not cater for these needs, we can understand if a mistake was made and they'd forgotten. However, we did not receive an apology and instead the members of staff disappeared and left people without food for est. 30 mins. Unfortunately, I would not host an event here again.

what made my excitement was the excellent service from elle, luke and cohen and jasmine. they were fabulous. will be returning soon

Pub needs a good clean Not really what I expected from and oldie worldie pub that it looked outside Food area needs to be separate from general bar area

It was a quiet night when I was there, great little pub and rooms were spotless.

Recently stayed at my sons house in Osgodby and used the poachers barn most days staff were very welcoming the drinks were very good and the food was excellent they had a quiz night with a card bingo game as well i enjoyed the whole experience and will definately be in again the next time im over oh and i won 85 quid on the bandit booooom

Nice to see a "caring" management who make it a pleasure to visit, half price meals on selected random dishes, quiz night each Sunday.

Stayed overnight here on the 29th was a last minute booking as wasn't sure on we're to stay to be close to filey for my nans funeral. The pub looked great and food looked nice but decided to go straight to our room as had a long day with work and travelling. Got zero complaints about the room beds were very comfortable and room was nice and clean I was worried about it being a shared toilet but upon seeing it I needn't of worried it was very clean and no issue at all so overall a pleasant stay would definitely stay again if needed and would definitely recommend 🙂

Lovely meal, food was amazing staff were very attentive will definitely be returning very soon

Very nice pub, food was lovely.

We were made to feel really welcome. The bar staff were very helpful as we booked last minute and their kitchen was closed. Room was as described clean and comfortable. Thank you.

Brilliant olde worlde pub just off the beaten tourist track. Can highly reccccomend the mixed grille! Was so good we visited twice while holidaying nearby

Beautiful, nicely done out, comfortable, friendly staff, just a nice place to go chill and have a quiet lunch.

I went to the poachers barn today for lunch with a friend. I checked their website which says "Lunch Club Offer - 12 - 3pm". After a 3 mile walk we arrived at 12:30pm to be informed by bar staff that the kitchen doesn't open until 2pm, I will not use this pub again because you can not rely on thier website to provide correct information.

Came down from Newcastle to take the mother in law out for mothers day at first we ordered 3 mixed grills to have them tell us they could only make 2 then asked for them well done they came out full ov blood and I questioned the lass why we didn't get eggs on she stated the chef must have forgotten 🤔we didn't get any steak knife just ordinary knife and falk my wife ended up leaving her whole plate other people were ordered food and everything they had on menu was out of stock we spent good money and walked away very disappointed all the staff seemed to be young kids not impressed at all 😡😡

The food is good and the atmosphere is great we took our dog she was made well come by the staff and the regulars we went back the next night,we are on holiday, and definitely go back again if we are in the area

Really friendly pub, great food, dog friendly, nice clean rooms.

Lots of the menu not of available, hunters chicken dry and tastless,like chewing sawdust, Lots of ridiculous microwave chips and some not cooked bits of tomatoes service at the bar is awful needs a local drinker to shout for service, probably one of the worst places I have been, sounds like it's my problem that their suppliers are rubbish

Had lunch from the new menu which consisted of a kebab and fries, I thoroughly enjoyed the food and service was great I will visit again to try more from the new menu

Nice quiet night, room comfortable and clean.

Welcoming especially late at night when desperate for toilet and had to wait an hour for a bus

Thought we would give this pub a visit after a Sunday walk in the local area - wish we read the reviews first. Unfortunately, we were not impressed at all Sunday lunch was Turkey or beef our party had both choices. Veg was cold, Yorkshire puds were like pancakes, stuffing was dry, horseradish and cranberry sauce advertised with meal but we had to ask and arrived with no serving spoon. Very disappointed and won’t be back.

Lovely welcome. Good pub food. Decent size portions. A bit of a wait between courses but everything piping hot! Would definitely return! Service with a smile!

Food was good, service was good and atmosphere was good

It looks like the Barn has changed hands...... It's still a lovely pub. Staff are very friendly, making a fuss of my two dogs, giving each a treat. My wife had a lovely latte, and I had a pint of smooth. It's a great place to stop on a dog walk.

Great value for money. Great atmosphere.

Good food friendly staff will go again 👍

Fantastic dog friendly. Friendly service food was excellent, would definitely recommend and return

Came in for a burger and a drink food and service was amazing! And dog friendly we will be back! Thank you to jasmine and Jackie

We came in for a pie and a burger with family and friends, food was lovely and the staff were very accommodating we will be back

We had a fantastic time on Saturday night for my daughter’s party 🎉 Both Jackie and Jasmine were fantastic and very accommodating for our requirements. Would highly recommend the venue ☺️

Totally fantastic, not been in a pub this friendly and sociable for some time, food good, will definitely be back, thank you and thank you to your locals for being so sociable. Loved it.

Had a great stay staff. Pleasant and look after you all the way food is great. And I'm looking forward to returning there tomorrow for another night.

Foods back to been inadequate we paid but should have complained weve had run ins with these lot before when food wasnt right and wasnt in the mood for jackie or the otherone, slow service under and over cooked food, awfull party music witch was to loud, lipstick on my gin glass! oh and the constant wiff of cannabis coming from out front! We wont be back even tho its our nearest pub that we used to love when will anybody just do their jobs right here.

What is going on with this place. Used to be a great little quiet pub, but in last couple of years it’s had more landlords than customers. Come on Marstons, sort it out. Now it’s got more wannabes in change. Place has gone

Great room and pub , bar girl was a stunner and very polite

Just had sunday lunch here. Truly enjoyed it. Excellent food really nice friendly staff spot on kept Guinness. Well done new ppl.

The staff were nice, but the food was poor. Only the Sunday dinner was available, with no main menu. There was no vegetarian option, and only two of the meat options. Both of which were dry and unappetising. There were no side dish options available. The food was fine, but very bland. Likely won’t come back.

A fantastic stop over, excellent service and very friendly and helpful staff. Worth a visit..

Quick visit on the way home. Everyone in the pub seemed to know each other except us. Strange atmosphere.

We ate here 2 nights.. the staff were fabulous.. the food outstanding.. We had cowboy burger to die for and the tikka massala curry beautiful We visited here last year while on holiday so had to visit again as its so good.. Dogs are allowed in the bar area although we don't have a dog the ones that were in were all well behavoured

What a beautiful hidden gem we have found. Booked our table, a warm welcome greeted us, they serve roast dinner only Sunday, which is just what we required as intrepid tourists. They checked my allergies and specially catered without any fuss and a smile, my potatoes, carrots and bto, especially cooked for me minus butter. Huge portions the likes I haven't seen in a while. Kept checking all was good, kept us topped up on drinks throughout the meal. Great venue what's not yo like, recommend you book your place on Sunday, ample parking, thoroughly recommend you visit.

We are staying nearby. Booked a table for tonight Monday 25th. Food was excellent and so was the service Lovely pub. Will definitely be booking again

Nice pub and staff were friendly, just disappointed with the food. There was hardly anything on the menu available. And when the meal came out it’s was missing items felt a little ripped off the hunters chicken was nice but the fries were very greasy. Unfortunately won’t be eating there again. But definitely for a drink as great bar.

They forgot our food, made frequent promises. Would have walked but paid in advance.

Tbh looking at the reviews I was a little apprehensive but after a nice warm welcome I found the beer, gammon, egg and chips were all spot on. You can also take dogs in

Order a chicken and bacon salad. No cucumber,peppers, rice or quinoa Ava’s stated on menu. All lettuce and tomatoes.

Great little overnight motorhome stop for us. Tidy large flat carpark at rear of the accommodation part of the pub. No road noise and on a bus route to Scarborough and whitby. Hosts very welcoming. Chips were fab.

This pub is under very new management and we called in for lunch while in the area on holiday. Our meal was really lovely and the manager and staff are so friendly, would love to return and would highly recommend, veg chilli was to die for and very flavoursome. Thank you Carla and staff xxxx

The Poachers was very quiet and although we only had a couple of rounds of drinks, the bottled beer was warm and we were given the wrong size glass of wine . Little or no atmosphere but the positive was the staff who were very friendly.

We thought great a local pub when we moved here. But to be honest it's appalling. I think we have had at least 4 managers and nothing has changed. The whole pub needs a complete overall. The urinals generate a terrible smell which can be smelt in the bar area. Last time we went for a quiet drink, the bar was populated by drunks (not unusual) who spent time shouting that they had been barred. The group on the table across from us decided they'd have argument. This resulted in the individuals attempting to get other people (strangers involved) in the argument. We had attempted to sit in the restaurant area which was empty. Unfortunately we had dogs so this wasn't allowed. We have attempted to support this pub on many occasions. But frankly it never changes. 😞

Copy of email sent to Poachers Barn... had no response. On Saturday 19 August 23 we, myself, my husband and daughter, came into Poachers Barn for lunch. We have been before and not been happy with the experience, however we follow the page on Facebook and comments had been made that management had changed and the food was excellent, we therefore decided to give it a try. The visit was to take our daughter out for a birthday meal, we do not live in Scarborough but she does. We ordered a coffee and two soft drinks, we could not have coffee or tea because you had no milk, no big problem, my husband had water. He is diabetic and therefore has to be careful with his diet choices. For our food we had, Steak and Ale Pie (very kindly swapped the chips for mash), Mixed Grill with no peas (my husband has an allergy), and Hunters Chicken. The pastry on the pie was so hard and overcooked it was inedible, the Mixed Grill came with Peas, and the steak and chicken were overcooked. the Hunters Chicken was overcooked and dry. We tried to eat the meals but unable to because of the comments made. The barmaid was really good, she was welcoming and took our orders professionally and politely. The pub was clean, warm and comfortable. When the barmaid cleared our table I complained about the Hunters Chicken, she went to the kitchen and returned with a comment from the cook that there was nothing she could do about the dry overcooked chicken because she has to use a probe. No apology. We had intended to have further drinks and desserts, we however moved on to somewhere else. My husband has tried to make comments on Facebook and has had his comments deleted and been blocked from the page, surely we have a right to make comments about our experience. I would be grateful to hear your comments on this episode of errors.

As we had family staying and live local we decided to have a meal at at the Poachers Barn. We arrived early evening on Friday. The staff were very helpful sorting a table out for us in the bar area. On ordering food we were told several of the menu choices were not available. Not a problem so I personally ordered the gammon. The server came back and told me that there was no pineapple would I be okay with an extra egg. No problem. The server came back and told me no eggs would I like a mushroom or tomato instead. Okay I can cope. The meals arrived and we ate. Back home talking about the meal I realised that I hadn't been given peas, they had been replaced with a bit of salad! Dare we go back? The next day as there was a Soul night on at the pub we decided we'd like to go along and give them a second chance. We didn't want the same problems with the food so during the afternoon my wife visited the pub in person. She asked if we needed to book a table. No problem, we don't need to book as Saturday tends to be quieter than Fridays and that food was available from five until quarter to eight. The only menu item not availble was fish and chips. Great we thought we can walk down a little later than normal, have a meal and a few drinks and enjoy the Soul. We turned up at about a quarter to seven in plenty of time to order and eat. Whilst finding a table we were told the kitchen was now closed because of Soul night. Not impressed we had to walk home and then drive to another pub to have a meal. That pub was very welcoming, we had a great meal and enjoyed their live entertainment. Such a shame we couldn't get it locally.

Had a great night . Host and staff very attentive. Food and beer fantastic. Karaoke was fun. Stayed over night in our camper/ Motorhomes with friends. Couldn't have been looked after better. Thanks Cris n Cris.

Went for a family meal 8 of us in total easy to book a table lovely warm welcome when we arrived food was lovely great atmosphere will defo be back

Lovery staff lovery food and very very clean the food was great thank u for makeing us all well come. We Will be back very soon

Great food great atmosphere lovely little play area for kids first time i have been but defo wont be our last

It was alright is the best I can say. Food was ok but nothing special. It was really quiet for a Saturday afternoon. Staff were friendly enough.

came in for a nice family meal, we were served by jackie who was very lovely and made sure we had everything we needed. the food was decently priced and good value for money while still being very delicious.

Called in here on the way home for tea. food was lovely. Staff were very helpful and pleasant, just genuine, and what a lovely pub will definitely call back if I'm in the area again.

Abbiamo prenotato una camera per una notte e ci siamo trovati molto bene. Solo 65 euro per una doppia, direi un buon prezzo vista la vicinanza a Scarborough. Peccato per le recensioni negative, ma noi non abbiamo cenato al pub e quindi non possiamo giudicare. Possiamo solo esprimere un giudizio positivo per la camera. Comodo il parcheggio e la camera spaziosa e pulita.

So I left a terrible review 2 days ago and the owner/manager reached out to me so I decided to ring him and give my honest review, we had a great chat and offered myself and my family to return to the pub for a complimentary meal! On arrival we was seated at a well set out table, Our drinks order was taken and when we was ready our food order was then taken, We have 3 fussy children and the lady who took our order was patient with us! We didn't have to wait too long and the food arrived hot and looked great but better still tasted amazing! I highly recommend the ultimate southern fried chicken burger and the ultimate spicy beef burger 🍔 😋. The lady who waited on was just a breath of fresh air this time and she apologised for our last visit, it was just a bad day at the office (we all get them). The owners we lovely and so happy to see us come back to hopefully this time enjoy our experience at there establishment. After our meal I went up and paid for all our drinks even though our 1st lot was offered complimentary. As he was taking the food off the bill I still offered to pay what was on the tab as I really did enjoy our food and experience. I was told No he was sticking to his word and all our food was on the house! Lovely owners, it was great to see some passion from pub landlords i feel this is missing nowadays from many! Highly recommended this place! Never be afraid to give places a 2nd chance.

Staff behind the bar, friendly and welcoming as always. Even thou they were busy, the wait for food was too long. I had the cowboy burger and my partner had the spicy burger, and we were not disappointed. Highly recommend, decent pub grub. 😁

I don't say this lightly, but this was hands down the WORST pub meal I have ever had. From start to finish. Rude staff. Wrong orders. Disgusting food. The worst thing was the older woman who was carrying the food, breathing heavily and sweating over the plates as she was putting them down, she was rude and dismissive when we pointed out faults, to the point where some in our party decided not to day anything. It honestly shocks me that anyone can run a pub like this in the modern age. I imagine it won't be for long.

Should of turned away as soon as we walked in.. the pub was empty when we arrived we had booked a table and wasn’t even shown to it just told it’s round the back.. the customers service was appalling and was wearing her slippers.. coke...

A good place to go but not quite 5*. Reasonable prices with friendly staff. Local pub atmosphere in the bar.

After 55 minutes the food arrived, 2 wrong orders, finally got it right after 2 more attempts, hunters chicken was so overcooked, inedible. The waitresses attitude left room for improvement.

Absolutely awful. Hardly any food options available. Order was then mixed up and had to be sent back. Mine was sent back 3 times to get it right (what was actually advertised on the menu). Bad attitude from staff when asked to correct the food....

We visited Poachers Barn for a meal after arriving in the area for a holiday. Seemed a bit quiet for a Saturday evening, but the food was fantastic at a reasonable price. They got one order wrong but soon rectified it. Would definitely visit and dine here again when in the area.

I go the quiz on a Sunday night which I enjoy .but last night .the quiz asked someone to stop talking and they started arguing with quiz master .and now they are not going to do the quiz again .why should 1 person spoil it for everyone else .no landlord to back the bar staff .when this kicked off .are you running the black lion or the poachers barn ? You are going to lose alot of custom on a Sunday night if there is no quiz which people enjoy .not good for the pubs name .and people who take time to write up a quiz which is not easy don't deserve to be spoken to like that .if they no there is a quiz on why do they come .they said it is not a library and you won't tell me to be quite .the quiz master does not need that

Been tonight for a meal, ordered at the bar very slow service. Brought mine and my partners meals out then a few minutes came out and said they had ran out of fish fingers for my son! We had to change his order So we sat with our meals for another 10-15 mins before my sons meal came out.

Started out promising. Warm & friendly staff. However having waited 1 hour & 20 minutes had to leave ad child hungry & tired, not to mention adults feeling much the same way. Always had a great experience at Marstons sadly not this time☹️

We stopped for a drink after a damp walk on Cayton Bay beach. The welcome from the team was great, they were so friendly and lovely to our dogs. The food was great, definitely one to visit if you're in the area!

Wow, what a great pub, me, my partner and son stayed here for the weekend and all I can say what a great pub, the bar staff and locals are so welcoming. The food was lovely, the room was very spacious. Can't wait to come back and stay. Pity we can only give it 5 stars as it deserves more

Staff ignorant, saw us walk in but served other people who entered after us. Other members of staff just ignorant too

Went for lunch with family, although it was busy the bar staff were all polite, friendly and helpful. The food was lovely and didn’t have to wait long. The play area was great to keep our son entertained while we waited for the food.

Stopped here for the night to goto see Tom Grennan at the Scarborough Open air theatre. Lovely pub with friendly staff and locals. The hotel itself was just what we needed,good sized family room,comfy bed and nice clean toilet/shower room. The bus stop was practically outside the pub to jump on the 7A to Scarborough and even ran late for us to get back. If we're up here again for a concert we will definitely be using you again, thanks.

Very disappointed with the food here, scampi was so overcooked and hard, garden peas like bullets. Two friends had lasagne and it was mainly rubbery cheese and not much else. Would not recommend.

Very poor service wouldn't be going back

Broken glass in the play area terrible service ran out of lager coffee was cold just don't bother 😒

The cleaner was very nice and the workers even though he had to wait bed was comfy a walk in closet clean and drinks

Stayed for a weekend in my motor home it was welcoming friendly staff food was good and value for money with a good pint and great new owners

After leaving a little disappointed last year, we returned this weekend to give it another go and it was absolutely gorgeous! Staff were incredibly friendly, especially the lady behind the bar (long dark hair in a pony tail). The food was spot on and service was brilliant, we will certainly be back!!!

Had food with family on Sunday exceptional value for money, fresh, home-cooked food and extremely friendly and attentive staff will definitely return