The Rusty Bull in Kirklees - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Really nice quality food, at reasonable prices, I enjoyed my experience there, there is also a farm shop attached, with good quality products.

We always have a fantastic time at the Rusty Bull, but I have to write a review specifically about the divine roast salmon salad I had today. I expected a salad with a few flakes of salmon on top and instead I got a large bowl overflowing with the most delicious, crunchy and fresh salad with a massive salmon steak on top. I couldn't believe how beautifully the fish was cooked. The salad was a riot of colour and flavour, with dozens of fantastic ingredients. It was an absolute delight to the senses and a stunning fine-dining experience. Many thanks to the incredible chef and all the wonderful staff. I can't wait to go back and sample something else on the fabulous menu.

It's okay, would like a bit more variety than just cafe food considering the amazing farm shop next door.

Very nice breakfast. Well presented. Plenty of parking and friendly service. I would definitely go back

Called in for breakfast this morning as wanted to try a new place. Our normal is Bolstermoor Farm shop. Staff friendly on arrival. Food served quickly. Ordered a well done bacon and tomato sandwich and the wife got a sausage sandwich. First thing she said was....these ain't as good as Bolster! Lol. Mine was okay but bacon a bit thin and no real flavour. Coffee and fresh orange was great though. Also quite expensive at nearly £26.00 for two butties, two coffee and fresh orange!

Called in for breakfast this morning as wanted to try a new place. Our normal is Bolstermoor Farm shop. Staff friendly on arrival. Food served quickly. Ordered a well done bacon and tomato sandwich and the wife got a sausage sandwich. First thing she said was....these ain't as good as Bolster! Lol. Mine was okay but bacon a bit thin and no real flavour. Coffee and fresh orange was great though. Also quite expensive at nearly £26.00 for two butties, two coffee and fresh orange!

Absolutely fantastic, from the food to the service. The lovely surroundings add so much.

Had roast beef lunch, beef very chewy, service very poor, but they did give us a free pudding

Staff were a little rude and food wasn't the best, my egg was snotty and apparently the bread I got was toast. So will not be coming back.

I do not enjoy or make a habit of writing negative reviews of any restaurants or hotels that I frequent and always look for a positive but I'm going to struggle with this one. It was recommended by a friend and as I live quite close by I was looking forward to the meal and wondering whether visiting would become a regular habit but sadly that won't be the case. It is ideally situated adjacent to the farm shop with indoor and outdoor seating, on a rainy and windy day my friend and I chose the indoor option. I didn't expect it to be cheap but prices are definitely on the high side and to be charged £3.25 for half a pint of diet coke was extortionate along with £12.50 for a Hot Roast Beef speciality sandwich with a few skinny chips. My friend opted for the pie of the day which turned out to be very disappointing as the crust was like concrete while the seasonal vegetables were actually a small portion of spinach though after complaining he was served some proper veg. It took 30 minutes for the food to arrive and nearly as long before the bill was presented despite requesting it when our plates were cleared. I can be positive about the beef in my sandwich which was delicious but because it came with gravy I couldn't pick it up to eat so had to do so with a knife and fork. All in all, I expected better from a farm shop restaurant and I do hope that if my comments are read and digested the criticisms I have made are considered because I would consider visiting again if reviews improve, prices are more reasonable and the service is a bit more efficient as I do not enjoy writing negative reviews.

Amazing food and service since they changed chefs last year. Highly recommend. Their event weekends look great. I did their first quiz and it was a great laugh.

Can't say much as I had a scone which was fine. The coffee was what you are expected to pay given the recent price increases.

Tried here for breakfast. Won't be returning. Too pretentious. Waiting staff need training in basic customer service and maybe offering a friendly smile. The breakfast was below average, under cooked eggs and what I can only describe as anemic mushrooms. The type of place that puts green cress garnish on your bacon & eggs (yes, really). Overpriced. The only thing we enjoyed was the cup of tea.

Having had a gorgeous Saturday lunch there a week ago, booked for Sunday lunch yesterday and sadly very disappointed. The beef was so tough it was inedible, the Yorkshire pudding far too greasy, fat coming out as I cut it, cabbage too tough to cut. Only enjoyed mash and roast potatoes and mashed carrot. 2 complimentary coffees as compensation! Asked for hot milk with coffee, given cold, no sugar brought with coffee, again had to get out of seat to ask for sugar. 25 mins from ordering food to being served.

Called in early morning greated by a very professional customer host she was very welcoming and professional sat me down at a nice table took my order and made me feel welcome did not get her name but a credit to the business very nice breakfast the rest of the staff were very nice too

Had breakfast here, 10/10 really well cooked, lovely staff, vanilla latte was excellent. Might sound daft but what I really liked is they have nice cutlery. Will be returning one evening to sample an evening meal and a few draft Heinekens 😋

Great place to visit with a Farm Shop next door.

Went for breakfast. Really nice - best tasting breakfast we’ve both had at a restaurant/cafe. Friendly staff & lovely coffee - my partner needed to buy some in the farm shop on the way out

Just out for a drive and found this amazing place. The food is very tasty and I would recommend it. Farm shop next door. The service is impeccable

This is a great little hidden gem! Excellent place to eat with a farm shop next door. Our food was very tasty and the staff are exceptional and very accommodating. Our server were called Charlotte. I would rate this 5* all day long.

Having experienced a quiz night at The Rusty Bull, the fish and chips I had was excellent together with the starter of mushrooms and sourdough! Great atmosphere and fantastic service thank you will definitely visit again

Absolutely rubbish. Ordered a ham and cheese sandwich, yet they only put ham in. Ordered it with mustard - again they missed it off. My wife ordered soup and chips, which she enjoyed. However we ordered our drinks, which never arrived and other people (who'd arrived after us) were getting there's. No one took our order for food so had to ask, and she said she'd send someone out (we were sat outside). Staff were short, curt and not welcoming at all. We've lived in the Holme Valley for nearly 50 years and this service was atrocious. Don't usually leave reviews but this is the second time this has happened, and we were hoping the first time was a one off. Sadly not.

Extensive menu but very expensive! Our party of 6 ordered sandwiches, 1 asked for flatbread but the rest of us found the bread almost too thick to eat. What was going on? I've heard of doorstop sandwiches but these were ridiculous. We all left most of the bread .My jaw ached all afternoon afterwards. Would probably try again for just coffee & cake, but have been put off lunches!

Amazing food as always, great value, especially the children's roast dinner! The pork pies are also fantastic.

Amazing food as always, really enjoyed the Charlie Burger and the rest of the table had the Sunday Roast. Fantastic value, great quality and lovely pork pies. Thank you

We had a flatbread and a steak sandwich and 3 drinks a water a coffee and a cranberry juice and for what it is it is way overpriced.. The service although freindly was slow.. By the time the juice came we had finished the food and were ready to leave .. The price £39..90😳The food in Weatherspoons is better and better priced 🙄

What has happened to the Rusty Bull? We have enjoyed going here for years for breakfast & lunch. After a disappointing lunch on our last recent visit, due to a chef’s uncompromising attitude to a simple request, I was persuaded to return for breakfast today. The ingredients were to their usual high standard, but the plate was swimming in fat. It was as if the egg & mushrooms had been tipped onto the plates with an entire pan full of oil. Even the toast on the side of the plate was soggy & the bacon was barely cooked. We did inform the waitress, but not convinced that she intended to pass on our comments. Sad to say that we won’t risk another visit.

We have had a few brunch and lunch and just coffees and cake here.. The brunch is nice the lunches are overpriced £39for2 sandwiches and chips and 3 drinks.... Whew.. 🤔

Great food followed by a fun quiz

Nice restaurant with good menu a d a farm shop attached.

Why do such eateries restict the availability of their favourite options? Hinchliffe's farm shop is renown for their quality meats especially their bacon and sausages. So why restrict their delicious sandwiches to their breakfast menu only? Probably so they can sell 'speciality' sandwiches at £12.50 instead of under £8. Despite the waiting staff agreeing to my only wanting a sausage sandwich (without the brie or onion chutney), it arrives with unrequested fries and the full £12.50 price tag. Bad form. I'll stick with Bolster Moor Farm Shop in future that serves their bacon and sausage sandwiches all day.

Superb, as usual. Friendly, helpful staff and amazing food.

Just another average farm shop restaurant. The usual stuff to choose from.Quite noisy as it’s like a large dining room so voices can get very loud . As per the norm in these places the emphasis tends to be on meat. Ig you are a vegetarian there are unfortunately few options. Despite all the positive media emphasis on eating less meat, it saddens me that there are usually a couple of items on the menu to choose from. Expensive too .

Just called in for a pint with my son..... Very nice place.

Avoid for afternoon tea. Exorbitant prices, hopeless staff. No atmosphere. Seems completely out of sync with the excellent farm shop next door.

A great place for a farm style breakfast. All produce is from the farm shop next door. My wife loves the American pancakes with bacon and maple syrup which gives this place an edge over a traditional cafe. Little bit more pricey but expected when food is top quality farm shop products.

The hyped pie night looked like a good deal when I booked (£20 for a pie of your choice and a beverage). When we arrived the steak & kidney pie I had been looking forward to wasn't on the menu anymore so I went for the fish pie. Said pie was at least 80% spuds. No smoked haddock or prawns, just a few smallish chunks of cod and salmon. Sauce completely tasteless and vegetables so overcooked that I had trouble identifying them. Only my interesting companion saved the evening.

Lovely lunchtime menu. Friendly, helpful staff. Easy access for wheelchair users.

My favourite place to eat when I am in the area, they use proper local produce great service allways happy to go back

Just add a drink very nice place. But service was slow.

What's not to like, farmers restaurant next to a superb farm shop. Interesting and different goods in the shop. Restaurant has indoor and outdoor tables and seating. Menu is quite varied and the quality of the food and the cooking is literally ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐. I suggest people actually read the menu to see want is available and not make assumptions thus being dissapointed. Roast beef was pink, which initially put me off, I prefer well done beef,but it was wonderfully cooked and very tasty. Veggies were tasty and cooked just right. As a Sunday Lunch affectionados we have experience of many places and quite honestly The Rusty Bull is right up there with the very best.

It's a lovely place friendly staff but is a bit pricey

Booked a table for 10, breakfast was slow to come and when it did it was barely warm, sadly won't be going again, it's not worth the money

Not what we were really expecting - more of a restaurant than a farm shop eatery

Good food, well prepared and served. Staff were friendly and attentive. Would recommend.

I know I've given food 4 because I am very fussy. The food is very good. Some aspects don't suit me. I don't like places with too many people. And it was very busy so atmosphere 4. We keep going back because we like it.

This is a great place to eat out at. Sadly I was disappointed in the 'award winning sausages'. Very average considering the price charged for a sausage sandwich. The cafetiere of coffee was a decent coffee but the cafetiere was not working properly as the plunger was difficult to compress and there were a lot of floating coffee granules. The young waitress who served us was grumpy and miserable although I tried hard to be friendly and encourage a friendly connection. Will not rush back.

Recommended by a friend, really nice cafe attached to the farm shop. Lovely people and had a nice coffee, cake we chose was a little underwhelming but still would recommend as a nice spot!

This place seems to be popular locally so I decided to have lunch there. I went for a chicken and leek pie. The pie was really tasty. It said it came with champ, but turned out to be mashed potatoes, very ordinary and a totally inedible parsnip. I love parsnips but I’m not sure what had happened to this one. It also came with a brown gravy, not chicken gravy. I was really disappointed. Won’t go again.

The Rusty Bull created a Fish Friday evening which being non-meat eaters was exciting for us. Everything was marvelous, and we know fish!!! Salt and pepper squid, delish, halibut was a beautiful thick melt-in-your-mouth piece with a garlic butter sauce, perfect. The wine selection there is really nice, some great Spanish, Australian newer wines that are very palatable and a bit different. We have been a few times to special events and they are always really well thought out and creative. Good spot at not bad prices.

My friends and I went to 'Fish Night' at the Rusty Bull last night and the food was amazing! Gone are the complicated menus of old, the food was simple, cooked to perfection and incredibly tasty. We all had traditional Moules Marinier in a white wine broth - exactly as it should be. Beautiful. I had the halibut, my friends had cod, all were good size portions, well seasoned and beautifully presented. Well done to the new (?) chef/s.

We visited for a Fish event night and there was a good choice on the menu. We had squid for starter and Halibut for mains all cooked to perfection and tasted delicious. The service and food were excellent and we will definitely go again.

After an enjoyable and flavoursome meal here earlier in the year tonight's experience at their Fish Night was a real disappointment . The menu was very basic and when our food arrived proved to be bland , under seasoned and lacking in anything special . My mussels were over cooked in a flavourless watery soup .... no garlic or cream involved , just raw onion and pea shoots . My cod loin , although a nice meaty slab and supposed to come with garlic butter , I could detect none and the accompanying uninspiring side salad was served on the same very hot plate !!! That's a first for me . There was only a choice of 3 very ordinary deserts and no cheese board available . All , of course , expensive as one would expect for a first class meal which sadly this was not . I will not be returning .

Went in on a wet Friday afternoon after a local recommendation and we weren't disappointed. We both ordered the salt and pepper brisket sandwich - the meat was full of flavour and really tender. Nice fast service and the food came out in good time too.

Lovely breakfast, I didn't have a dessert as they looked too expensive but there is a nice farm shop next door if you fancy a more reasonably priced treat

Had heard good things about the Rusty Bull, and tried it for the first time at lunchtime today. Ordered a naked burger and the pulled beef sandwich for around £30. After 35 minutes waiting (and no food), the waitress informed us there would be a delay! Food finally arrived after 50 minutes, and unfortunately the burger was over cooked/dry and the bacon frazzled to a crisp. On paying, I also asked about the crispy shallots to see if they were mixed in with the pulled beef, but these were actually missing from that order. Not a great first experience, and very expensive for what we had - unlikely to visit again….

After a moderately disappointing experience with an evening meal for friends which we forgave and put down to bad luck on the day we gave the restaurant another opportunity and booked a three course meal for a family celebration. Food was ok but overall a really disappointing experience. Dairy free diner; after checking twice with staff who flippantly said the cream on top of soup was dairy free, had suspicions confirmed on third check that it was infact cream! Poor form and understandably made this diner wary about the establishments allergen awareness to their whole meal. Service staff were disinterested, inattentive and the experience was mired by service that was so dreadfully slow, at one point we had just sit and watch food after asking for cutlery twice. Lovely venue and as a business owner I appreciate the financial investment it must have taken to set up but it’s such a shame that they just can’t muster the service and food to match.

Not what we expected when we googled for a farm cafe in the area, more of a restaurant set up and prices, but the Sunday lunch was well worth the £15.95 each we paid. We tried the belly pork and beef and both were delicious. The kids Mac and cheese was a large portion and again, really tasty. The homemade lemonade was really good too. The staff were very friendly and great with the kids.

Visited yesterday for lunch, staff helpful with advice on food choices as my friend is gluten intolerant. Food okay but I was shocked at the price for chips & an extra £3.95 for chicken on a salad. Also charging 50p extra for wanting oat milk with a coffee. Also there as a problem with flies we’re we we sat, not a pleasant experience..

We had to ask to place our order as no-one approached our table after 10 minutes of being seated. Coffee was served very quickly and was hot but lacked taste. The Latte was more like warm milk than coffee. Disappointing.

Had a lovely lunch with my dad here for the first time. Great service - our server was really polite and efficient. The food was served really quickly and was delicious. I had the pulled pork sandwich with chips and my dad had the roast beef sandwich, both made to perfection. Some of the nicest pulled pork I've eaten. It's not the cheapest place to eat but it's obvious you're paying for good quality food. On nice days (like today) there's outdoor seating with views over towards Castle Hill. Will definitely come back again.

You need to book and walk in is dependent on availability, it's a very popular restaurant as when we arrived for Sunday dinner it was quite full, we were seated outside and it was nice except for being plagued by wasps, the food was pub food but very expensive for what you get - pulled pork bap and fries - £15.95 Madri on draught was very good £5.50 a pint. Food, I would stay away from the sandwiches and aim for the pie. I wouldnt come back unfortunately, there are lots of better quality pub meals for the same price locally.

Dreadful service, quite poor product, all the gear , no idea! Absolutely hopeless service, breakfast terrible quality for money

Our third visit to The Rusty Bull! We love coming here. Originally found this hidden gem by accident with a Google search for a "Ploughmans" The place is immaculate with warm and welcoming staff. Our favourite is the ploughman's lunch to share for two people. Honestly, this could feed three people! Tasty freshly prepared good, honest food. Portions are a decent size! (Propper yorkshire portions) The farm shop next door is a lovely place too! Plenty to buy so don't go in hungry, or you'll end up buying loads. We will be back again soon 😁 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Staff polite and helpful food was good but a bit expensive which cuts out a lot of the customer base but that is only on the suggestion of the price of food which you can get the same deal cheaper elsewhere

A new favourite. Food is top notch. Lovely open eating area with great seats.

I've given an overall low score because our meal was ridiculously expensive. My mother and I had quiche and salad, one portion of chips, two soft drinks and two coffees. The bill was £51! Extortionate.

Lovely restaurant been once or twice now, and went on 21/07/23 to the tapas night special and it was absolutely fantastic top notch can really recommend the rusty bull ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The breakfast was poor for the price. Very small portions, over cooked eggs, and the bacon was terrible, it looked like it had been stewed rather than grilled. Nice decor and decent service but poorly cooked breakfast.

Lovely venue, friendly staff, interesting tasty food. Will be back.

Sandwiches were lovely and served by very helpful staff. The room was a little cold a d desert arrived when most of coffee had been drunk. The deserts were not as good as the sandwichs. Spot the fruit in the scone and almost invisible layer of jam in Bakewell tart. Good coffee and lemonade.

Very nice place we only wanted afternoon coffee. Service was quick and professional pleasant staff

Delicious food. Relaxing atmosphere. Attentive staff. They even had water bowls and treats for our dogs. I really have no complaint. First time here but I will definately be back... 😊

It's the first time we have eaten at The Rusty Bull and will definitely go again. The melon and feta salad was delicious. The salmon perfectly cooked and the homemade lemonade was just right for a hot day. The service was friendly and efficient. Option to eat in or outside which has a canopy to give some shading from the sun. And the excellent farm shop is right next door.

We recommend the Roast Butternut Squash Salad. It's a dish with so many delicious things, I don't know where to start. The Ceasar Salad is equally wonderful. Helpful staff.

Awful experience. For goodness sake don’t come here. Food was terrible. Not fresh to the point of being unsafe. I felt ridiculed when I raised the problem. The manager dismissed me instantly when I said my food was’t fresh at all. Worse still, looked clearly like they were enjoying dismissing my complaint while taking my money Put simply rusty bull is not good enough. The restaurant doesn’t care. Avoid at all costs.

Fills car park when you want to shop at farm shop

Back in Netherton to visit Aunty Marj after 5 years living in Northumberland. We were regular customers at Hinchcliffes and we were looking forward to visiting The Rusty Bull. Wow, what a transformation. We had a fabulous lunch and I could have spent ages in the shop. We can't wait until our next visit. A big thumbs up to all the team.

Ridiculously over priced for what you get, my 80yo auntie asked if she could have a small portion of the fish and chips, after checking with the chef they said yes only to charge her full price when the bill came, I questioned it but I just got a flippant answer saying that's how much it was ( over £17 ). Our other meals were pretty poor as well.

Had a lovely lunch at the rusty bull, the cocktails are nice and the food was lovely too, we had the Cuban sandwiches and I would recommend. We will definitely be returning.

Lovely breakfast, good view, good atmosphere, lovely staff

Childrens portion of breaded chicken came out as tough as a boot and burnt round edges and absolutely no flavour, no choice of veg. Chips tasted foisty cooked in horrible oil or cooked too many times? The egg mayo sandwhich was too thick to bite, looked as if the butter had been sliced off a block about eight inch thick and just placed on bread and over powered the taste of the egg mayo. Hubby had the hot beef sandwich he enjoyed it, but at £12.50 cost too much, £5.00 for 2 teas?? £6.00 for childrens portion. Spent £36.00 and quite honestly thought I'd been robbed. I'll stick to Bolster Moor in future.

Food Was very poor quality. Never was a better description.... Burnt ends. Rolled in breadcrumbs and fried to within an inch. Too hard to cut. My "very mild" criticism was smilingly dismissed. An experience.

Amazing Winter Rainbow Superfood Salad! Added chicken. So delicious. Highly recommended!! Sauerkraut, pickled carrot, hummus, beetroot, chickpeas, grains, seaweed, roasted pumpkin with kumin, goji berries, pumpkin seeds,edamame beans.. did I forget anything?!!

Enjoyed the smashed avocado on toast with poached eggs. Good service and friendly staff. Drinks and food came quickly.

Lovely place for great food served with a smile; Grace and Joanna were both efficient and courteous…..thank you ladies. Introduced my friend to The Rusty Bull Croffle and she was not disappointed! It won’t be long before we return for seconds!

Sirloin steak is a bit salty. Peppercorn sauce also salty. Good morning sunshine coffee is good.

Visited today for what was supposed to be a brunch lunch, what a shock to find we should have booked.!!! It was suppose to be a farmshop cafe.... Table found to discover extortionate pricing and not a bun in sight, ordered a sandwich with limp...

Fantastic food and service! Me and my husband visited the farm shop and decided to pop next door for a coffee, the staff were very welcoming and we were shown to a table without a problem, although it was noticeably busy. After looking at others...

Had coffees and breakfast. Good service and tasty food.

We went for my 62nd birthday lunch celebration with family a party of 5. Service was terrible from the start and food was overcooked, they were struggling with only 2 serving staff who were clearly stressed and fed-up, they made no secret of it, and...

Visited today, booked in for 1.30 for five adults. Quite a delay in taking drinks order and even more of a delay in drinks reaching the table. Food order then taken, three classic hot beef teacakes, the steak pie meal, salmon and mussels dish. Food...

Beautiful location and restaurant, unfortunately not matched by the service or food. The restaurant was more than half empty, although I will say there were people sat outside drinking as it was a lovely day. Took ages for drinks order to be taken, let alone...

Good food. Nice burgers as burger night. Chips a little bland but for £1 more could change that.

Arrived at 11.20 today for brunch/lunch to be told they were no longer taking food orders between 11.30-12 as it was brunch/lunch cross over but could serve us coffee. When we asked if we could submit our lunch order we were told this could not...

Very dry gateaux with no pouring cream.soup came different to what had been ordered but okay , not enough choices of breads for sandwich’s. All in all just not good enough for the prices charged.8

We arrived just before 11 for breakfast (our first time visiting) had our drinks orders taken, sat for 15 minutes before the waitress returned (without our drinks) and informed us that because they are "busy" we can only order currant tea cakes or cake. There were 4 empty tables and 4 waiting staff at the front so I can't imagine how they would (or wouldn't, apparently) manage with a full house. Heading to Bolster Moor. Edit following response*** Thanks for your response - however, it might be worth staff actually informing customers on arrival instead of leaving them sitting for 15 minutes to choose from a menu which isn't available. It's not an excuse, I'm afraid, just poor service.

An excellent Sunday breakfast experience. The food was perfect and the service from Abbie and Jack was outstanding. Well done and keep it up 👍.

The rusty bull has the most phenomenal ingredients. . .However the chefs abilities do not do them justice. Soggy lukewarm chips. Cheese toasty dripping with grease. Watery Peppercorn sauce that tastes burnt and nothing like a peppercorn sauce. It is expensive although if the standard of food and service matched the quality of the ingredients it would be worth every penny, Unfortunately this is not the case. Finally. The service was incredibly slow. Attitude and attentiveness requires some major improvement.

Great place and good atmosphere as well as service and the food.