The Wenlock Arms in York

The Sunday dinner wasn't as nice as previous weeks,the beef was tougher than normal

So, the menu looks very similar to the Drovers Arms in Skiptwith. The Manager seems to have to aversion to smiling to customers (this isn't just a once off either) even if he does deliver on general customer service efficiency. The creamy mushrooms starter was a little bland and sad looking - poor presentation. The beef burger was served on a plate with, literally, half the side of the plate full of chips. An absolute waste of food, especially when my party of 2 further noticed that no-one in the pub finished their chips for thr sheer volume/amount of it dor one serving. I think the Chef/Manager needs to review their policy on serving portions all around! The honey and parsnip soup was so thick, the spoon stud up straight in it, although it was very tasty, just far too thick. The Jefferson Arms in the next village served much nicer food with such high quality and service - it is such a shame it closed down. The Wenlock, however, has nice serving staff.

Lovely place with plenty of room between tables. The menu is great and the food does not disappoint. The pheasant was beautiful and the portions are generous. The staff are attentive and they allow dogs. Well worth a visit. The owners are fairly new and I wish them good luck - they deserve it!

Waited forever for our food. When it came, the vegan meal my friend ordered wasn't vegan, so we had to wait even longer for her food to arrive. The portion sizes were tiny. They forgot the peas that came with my main but didn't say anything, when I asked they said that they were out and i was supposed to share the veg with the vegan. Pie was maybe 3 inches across, tiny. Luckily we had ordered a few extras each to go with our mains, (made them regular sized meals). Largely this would have all been fairly excusable if it wasn't 20 quid a meal! I suggest charging for quality, not just charging for the sake of it. One small defence was they took the vegan meal off the bill. But even with this considering we were still vastly overcharged.

It was a perfect setting for a winters evening. The restaurant was busy but not noisy. It was well lit but not too bright. The staff were attentive and there was attention to detail on the table settings. After placing our orders, the meals were served quite quickly. The steak was cooked to perfection and the light portion fish in batter was crispy and moist. The chips were crunchy and not fatty. Coffee was delicious.

Don't think the locals appreciated my boyish charm, nice village pub but could do with some slot machines

Lovely food and service. Can't fault 5star plus

Food is very nice and the staff are always friendly.

Sunday lunch for 6 of us, fantastic roast beef dinner with cauliflower cheese side, loads of gravy, just what you need on a cold Sunday afternoon. Great lunch and looked after by Josie and the team, thanks.

Really lovely welcome, great selection of food, it was Sunday, we went for Sunday dinner and absolutely weren't disappointed! I had pork which was beautifully cooked, mum had beef which was cooked to perfection, served with a Yorkshire pudding, mash and roast potatoes and then a huge selection of veg all cooked perfectly, we had cauliflower cheese too which was delicious. Then we had pud, the crumble is delicious, fresh fruit, homemade, great! The sticky toffee pudding was also delicious with loads of toffe sauce and delicious custard. All the food was piping hot, the service is very friendly and prompt and the food was all very hot and delicious.

Really good food, loved it. The scotch egg starter was amazing, I could eat a plate full of those. Can’t wait to back to go back.

Wow we just had the best Sunday lunch we have had in a long long time...... there were 5 of us. Great first impression lovely greeting and welcome, shown to our table straight away. No wait to order our drinks and the two young waitresses were very polite, smiles all round and very well trained. We ordered the creamy garlic mushroom and garlic bread starter which were very very tasty. For main we all had Sunday Roasts, 2 x beef, 1 x pork, 1 x chicken and a trio. I had the beef and it was pink cooked to perfection just how I like it. All the roasts were served with roast potatoes, mash and a large homemade yorkshire pudding. The vegetable sides were very substantial, brocolli, green beans, cabbage, carrots, red cabbage and carrot & swede mash. Vegetables crunchy and cooked to perfection. The gravy was thick and clearly made with the meat juice, very very tasty, with extra gravy in the side. We ordered cauliflower cheese as an extra side, again perfectly executed with a least three different cheeses within the sauce. We finished with a trio of icecream, chocolate brownie and apple and blackberry crumble. The desserts again were clearly homemade. The icecream was luxuriously creamy and the crumble was piping hot. What an absolute gem...after trying so many places in the area and feeling disappointed The Wenlock Arms was like a breath of fresh air. Price point was on point for the 5 of us with starters, mains, desserts, drinks and coffee for £160. I would highly highly recommend!!!!!! Re-opened with new owners only a couple of months ago.

Sunday roast was one of the best I've had in a long time. Service was great, friendly efficient staff. Great atmosphere. Highly recommend!

The perfect Sunday lunch, in a quality, proper local. Lots of tender tasy meat accompanied by a great selection of hot, well cooked vegetables. All the waiting staff were attentive, unobtrusive, and friendly. We were left to chat and relax between courses, as requested, so the pudding of blackberry and apple crumble was delicious. Not too sweet with a lovely cinnamon warmth to the crumble. The tables are well spaced, and the whole pub, which is large, has a cosy, local pub ambience with a real attention to detail of sparkling glasses and quality presentation. There is something to please everyone on this menu, a decent wine list, cask ales, and even alcohol free on draught! We wish the new owners great success they have certainly started off well. The place was busy with a contented, happy buzz. Oh and it's dog friendly!

Fab pub, very friendly. Lovely Sunday roast.

Visited for dinner and it was lovely! The food was exceptional, beautifully presented, good portion sizes, tastes amazing and reasonably prices. We had the fish and chips and the jerk chicken burger both of which were fantastic. We had the cheesecake for dessert which was also excellent! The staff, especially the new owners, were very accommodating to any dietary requirements, all the staff were very friendly, helpful and attentive. We'll definitely be back again.

Really nice food good atmosphere and service was great

Had lovely lunch and at very good price. Lots of choice even for special dietary needs. To say they have only been doing food again for 4 weeks, the new management are doing great!!

I recently visited as I heard there was new owners and I wanted to try it out with my partner. I must say it is worlds apart from what it used to be like. The food was exceptional and I really liked the new menu that has been created. I would really recommend this place as I feel the prices are very reasonable for the area. The staff were really nice and pleasant and they were really helpful with any dietary requirements my partner had. The new owners have really given this place a new lease of life. I would definitely recommend this to family and friends and I will be returning!

Came here for dinner with my family and I have to say the food was amazing. I had the pork belly which was cooked to perfection and my family all complimented their meals as well. The service was fantastic as well with all the young girls working so well together which is just great to see. Will definitely be back!

Have never been here before and quite frankly don't think I'll be back. The food was at best, average but the overall atmosphere was completely dismal. Staff seemed uninterested in customers and the overal tone and chatter from the kitchen (which could be heard from the table) was disgusting. Wouldn't wish working on this team on my worst enemy, completely childlike attitudes towards one another and would hate to think what they were saying about customers as well.

Had a lunchtime drink, pub was very quiet. A bit pricey compared to surrounding area

Food took ages today, so dont go if you're starving like us, as it took 75 mins to arrive. Food was mostly good but needed more seasoning, and childrens portions were for age 5, not age 10! Sunday pork was cooked perfectly! Heard that the nut roast was good, so I will have that next time. Staff were very attentive and friendly. We will be back to try again as I heard pub have just started serving! With a few improvements, it will be an excellent place to place eat out.

Called in today, 27 July for lunch - this was the first food serving since the new landlords took over. Friendly staff, good service. The food was very well presented and absolutely delicious. Pricing was what you would expect for pub food. A great find, Will definitely return soon. Would strongly recommend. Places serving food with such a great taste and beautiful presentation like this are few and far between. Well done to everyone.

lovely pub, good atmosphere, under new management, so not doing food yet, but no doubt it will be good.

New owners food Coming soon carvery. Great atmosphere.

Great place, lovely atmosphere :)

Tbe food and staff were amazing.£15.50 for the carvery was incredible value and despite arriving near the end of lunch service the staff were helpful and friendly with prompt service.i would certainly come back without hesitation.

Very nice meal, plenty, good service

Absolute marvellous, friendly staff, Great atmosphere. Food was amazing. Very tidy and extremely clean. I would most definitely go here again.

Great Sunday carvery. Lovely pub with great staff.

Home cooked food fresh ingredients used

What a great place! Amazing history

We had streak, with blue cheese. Streak pie. The food wasn't best food. £42 for food that wasn't that great! Staff friendly service.

Lovely pub, nice menu, good value for money and parking available. Chicken curry was lovely as was the haddock and chips. Friendly and attentive staff.

Beautiful food, great service, lovely staff, would 100% recommend, atmosphere is really nice everyone’s so friendly well worth a trip with family or friends

Been for Lunch today with 3 colleagues, I can honestly say I was embarrassed by the quality and service received. The food is both poor and very expensive the service is very slow. I would advise the owners to stop what they are doing and take a good look at all aspects of this place. It used to be good and worth a visit but I would never recommend this to anyone ever. All of us agreed that had we gone to a lay by cafe it would have been better and would not have cost 1/2 of what I paid. If you want steak pie either Rose and Crown York or the Black Swan York. And if you want Curry Birds eye do one to match the Wenlocks attempt at curry!

We hadn't booked but thankfully they had a table we could sit at with our Rottweiler. Staff were really friendly and chatty. The carvery was lovely, we had the steak pie with carvery veg which was really tasty.

I never wants pubs to struggle as it is difficult enough in these times for them Went for a Sunday roast with 7 of us for the first time as the family was up that way looking at a wedding venue. Everything was fine very friendly Apart from who ever is cutting the meat on the carvery needs to leave . He is letting the place down . I have have never had two thinner or small cuts of meat given to me . It was that thin it was like packet cold meat thin and small. It was clear that when I mentioned something he did say that what ever is left is for the staff to take . I asked twice for crackling as did most of my party and from this big bowl of it he cut you one tiny bit . I did notice as we were sat close to the carvery that a family came up he must have known he gave them loads of meat and cracking He was very ignorant and not a customer facing person . The ladies were lovely as were all the other staff . The veg gravy etc was great . Loads of that It’s a shame please sort him and do not ruin a great pub and eatery

Rolled up way too late to expect a Sunday lunch but the staff bent over backwards to fit us in and went on to supply one of the best Sunday lunches we have had for ages. On top of the splendid food the beer was excellent and all served by a very friendly bunch.

Went for Sunday carvery. Food poor. Meat dry and tasteless,out under hot plates for too long. Veg selection dreadful. Service none existent.

After a long walk, we wanted to find something to eat and this little pub was perfect! We went on a Sunday (carvery day) and it was busy with a good atmosphere. The food tasted amazing and the staff were extremely pleasant.

Absolutely fabulous, food was sooo good, the drinks were fab and the service was brilliant. You cannot ask for more. Thank you

Sunday lunch prices increased but levels of service deteriorated. Staff need extra training on customer service

Nice pub with a good Sunday carvery.

Food OK but the terrace was grubby - old fag ends! Obviously not swept for ages! We should have eaten inside!!!

Service was good. Young girl was very polite and nice to see helping an old gentleman to and from his car. The food was OK, but i would not rush back.

Good variation of food on the menu, pleasant and friendly staff. Nothing was too much trouble.

Lovely friendly pub, with great staff.

Staying at westerley lakes came here twice nice little pub very friendly staff .me and hubby had the pie and chips on sataday was amazing very filling . We booked for carvery on the Sunday wS very nice but yound lad serving was a bit tight with the meat and we paid for extra meat but worst of all the crackling he cut the size of my finger tip in half and struggled felt like saying get it all on lol young man you are tight with the crackling other that very nice

I have had better roast dinners.The meat was well cooked and tender, but the vegetables were luke warm, roast potatoes undercooked.

Fantastic menu with dishes that can be adjusted to suit gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian and vegan on both their lunch and evening menus. We had the cajun chicken burger adjusted to be DF and GF. It was the nicest pub meal I've had on a long time. The atmosphere is calm and traditionally decorated. The staff are lovely and checked with the chef if they could accommodate our dietary requirements. Will be visiting again!

Nice village pub with plenty of space. Food is nice and reasonably priced. It might not be as cheap as Toby Carvery but you don’t have to mingle with pond life!

Food very nice,it's a shame there was only 3 people in

Top quality pub meal.. chicken curry light bite was spot on. thank you for the great service,the staff were so welcoming. child friendly too

Good quality value for money pub food. The staff were very friendly and efficient

Good pub. Reasonable beer , would return .

Made a Brit stop here with our camper. Enjoy a drink in the garden. And ate inside. Spicy tuna steak .and my husband had chicken curry. They were very friendly. But you have to get the drinks yourself.

My husband and I stopped here for lunch after previously visiting several times for quick drinks. We thought we'd get basic pub grub, but our expectations were more than exceeded! My husband ordered a rump steak, whereas I ordered the stuffed chicken breast wrapped in parma ham (which I heartily recommend.) Both dishes were absolutely delicious and came fairly quickly. Our server was sweet and attentive and all the bar staff were very friendly. We will definitely be returning soon!

Had a lovely meal with friends. I'm one of those slightly awkward folk that needs the odd tweak with meals & The team in The Wenlock were extremely accommodating, no issues, the service was fantastic & the food was wonderful. It was a warm evening & we sat inside to eat, it was very quiet inside so once we'd finished our meals we went in the beer garden which was buzzing with people enjoying the sunshine & the pubs refreshments. Fabulous evening had by all.

Friendly pub with nice atmosphere. Very tasty homemade chips

We was booked in at the pub for 2pm on Sunday 11th June for the carvery as we we're staying locally for a couple of nights. Unfortunately my husband was suffering really badly with hay fever and couldn't go so I rang to explain and cancel. We then decided to ask if I could pick it up as a takeaway and they said yes. I'm really glad we did it was fantastic everything cooked perfect and it was packed up in boxes and was piping hot. The staff were very friendly and helpful and hopefully in the near future when we come back to stay we will get to have our next carvery in the pub 😀 thank you everyone x Diane Harris

Country pub, with outdoor garden. Carvery on Sunday, but would still do me a sandwich. Very good experience.

Great food, great service. Lovely beer garden

Excellent food, service and prices.

Lovely pub staff very friendly and the food is really good would recommend anyone to call and pay them a visit.

Only had drinks, however the welcome was lovely & the atmosphere warm & welcoming, very comfortable.

Sunday lunchtime visit with friends. Thoruoghly enjoyed every aspect Food was moresome, staff were very attentive , helpful and polite. Like it that much booked for another visit for family celebration during summer!!❤❤❤ Thank you to all the staff

Called in the pub while staying down the road on holiday. Very friendly indeed...Great food and very reasonably priced. Large portions as well. Recommended....but I would advise booking if on Saturday or Sunday as I would imagine being the only pub in the village it gets busy.

First time at the Wenlock for a meal , 19 of the family went I had the home made Steak pie it's the best so far. I'd Recommend it

So so love this place. The best gammon steak!! For on Sunday for all the trimmings as well. Amazing Real Ales as well:)

Sunday Dinner was lovely, and great value for money. Highly recommend, and we will return. Thanks to all the staff. They work really hard, to make sure everyone enjoys their dinner

Really good food at very reasonable prices. Very accommodating and excellent service. Steak panini was superb.

Love the food, changes seasonally. Tad expensive, but worth it

Lovely visit! We were staying just up the road and had a walk down. Lovely and friendly, perfect local pub. Had lovely food here too, lots to chose from on the menu and all cooked very well!

A warm welcoming pub, good food and the staff were polite, efficient and friendly. Definitely go again.

Fantastic carvery with the best red cabbage I’ve ever tasted. Cater for Gluten free as well. Nice hot food and cheery carvery chef. Staff could not have been more helpful and accommodating.

Great local pub and some tasty ales

Slow service, nice steak pie but let down by awful, dried up chips.

Fab food as always & mega impressed with gluten free choices. In most places there's normally only a few choices for main meals but I counted 10 choices tonight! Only down side is the service was quite slow otherwise would have been five stars.

Great service, food and staff. Would recommend 👌

Great village pub serving great beers and lovely food . Very cosy beer garden at the rear..🙂.

RECOMMEND SUNDAY LUNCH. LOVELY STAFF AND NICE FEEL ABOUT THE PUB

Nice pub with good food and friendly staff. The pub was nearly empty and it did take a while for our food to come out, but it was very nice. If you have the 8oz burger it is very spicy, it has Cajun Pepper, so be warned, there is a plain burger.

A little bit of a drive for us but well worth it. The food was lovely, price was reasonable and the staff were really welcoming. Thanks a lot, if I'm around the area again, I'll be back.

Was very quiet when we visited, but was late lunch. Fabulous chicken burger! and large portions. Nice beer garden at rear

2nd time here and the food never disappoints, highly recommend 👌

We had a delicious meal here (the best syrup pudding!), very pleasant staff. I would definitely recommend.

Had dinner at the Wenlock Arms last weekend, hadn't tried the food here before. I was delighted. The service was first class, friendly, accommodating, attentive, happy to explain the thinking behind the dishes. Can find no fault at all with the service - exemplary. The food was really good, high quality ingredients (so it seemed to me) and well prepared. The menu had just the right number of options, not so few to limit choice, but not so many as to make me suspicious of the cooked to order credentials. I'm looking forward to going again and I'll definitely recommend. As a minor suggestion - I'd change the bottles and bottle boxes on the high shelves for some "high end" (empty) wine bottles and dispense with the boxes.

The Cajun burger meals were top quality ! only fault was I feel he let loose with the spice a little to much which upset my stumach quite alot as both me and my partner's mouths were burning after eating ..... We came another occasion my partner and son were quite happy with the Sunday dinner we got but I personally was not impressed as for 12 quid my plates portion was smaller than my son's kids plate as the selection of vegetables wernt that great and as I was lactose couldn't eat the cauliflower either ...I understand 9.99 which I thought was the price before I entered when checking online . But for my meal that was maybe a little more meat than my son's kids meal was fairly underwhelming for the price compared to other cavery establishments .....non the less the qaulity of food was good .... (Edit Cajun spice is spicy appreciate the reply not to sound condesending but it totally did ...also it doesn't note there are other spices in there well over used if you want me to put it strate and my partner thought so to )p.s I use Cajun spice on every steak and it doesn't burn my mouth so I know the overuse of spices when I taste them ! .... The Sunday meal was small I chose my own but I wasn't just going to pile more potatoes and vegetables on like I said limited option to variety but that may just be standard in this place in the middle of nowhere , I'm used to larger caverys in bigger city's ! ...I'm not a regular so I wouldn't know this you could change your prices online to make people more aware before entering if they are not local they wouldn't know. Thanks I've revoked a star for the top comment of your reply I'm a chef and have been for 20 years i don't need to be told what spice is spicy .

Just popped in for Sunday lunch and not disappointed! Everything was delicious and beautifully cooked and the veggie option was very very good (nut roast). I only had the smaller portion lunch but still a good plate full. Staff were lovely and friendly and a great choice of drinks. Husband loved his jaffa cake cheese cake pudding! Will definitely be returning.

Excellent food and lovely staff. Sunday lunch beautiful.

Had a good day and good food staff all very helpful

Great night on Saturday A friends wedding anniversary Great atmosphere Nice to see a full pub well done Lisa!

Excellent Sunday lunch. Have booked to return for Steak Night on Wednesday. Pleasant staff and a nice atmosphere, a proper traditional village pub!

Good delicious as always- but undoubtedly the staff are among the best in the business. They don’t do customer service they do customer care- and it’s second to none. I am always particularly impressed by the attention to detail of the younger team members, who are bright and engaging. Today Billy was no exception living up to the high standards of his colleagues

A very nice village pub with friendly staff great food and beers

Lovely lady, called in before my step dads home visit..

Nice big pub with a good beer garden. An IPA on keg would make this a perfect pub!

Visited a couple of times for lunch after walking in the beautiful Wheldrake woods. Reception is friendly and the food is great. I can particularly recommend the Cajun chicken strips with sweet potato chips, washed down with the excellent Farmers Blonde bitter. The service is good and the prices seem lower than average for the area. Thoroughly recommended.