Location: Ripon
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Where to eat Bar food in Ripon: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Discover Restaurants offering the best Bar food in Ripon, England, United Kingdom. Ripon (/ˈrɪpən/) is a cathedral city in the Borough of Harrogate, North Yorkshire, England. Historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, it is located at the confluence of two tributaries of the River Ure, the Laver and Skell. The city is noted for its main feature, Ripon Cathedral which is architecturally significant, as well as the Ripon Racecourse and other features such as its market. The city itself is just over 1,300 years old.
Things to do in Ripon
10. The Old Red House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 113 reviews
Reviewed By Leedsfun2
Had a fantastic meal at The Old Red House tonight. 2 steaks for £20, lovely food, excellent price and value for money and great service. Canât fault any of it, the food was delicious, massive portion, perfectly cooked steak. Real value for money and such lovely warm service. Highly recommended!
9. The George at Wath Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 114 reviews
Welcome to The George at Wath. We are now serving quality local cask ales and a selection of fine wines served by the glass. Our restaurant is focused on providing fresh, local and seasonal produce under the supervision of our Head Chef; Harrison Barraclo
Reviewed By manchestergirl2019
We visited The George for Sunday lunch after a weekend camping at the beautiful Stonebridge Lakes. The Sunday lunch is delicious. Even a yummy veggie option. And do try the heritage tomatoes starter, the pesto sorbet is very unusual and an absolute taste sensation! Very impressed, and lovely staff too. 5 stars!
8. The Turf Bar & Bistro
Overall Ratings
4 based on 78 reviews
The Turf is The Ripon Spa Hotel's relaxed bar and bistro. Eat alfresco on our graceful Terrace, overlooking the award-winning gardens. You can choose from a tempting selection of freshly-cooked dishes, presented with care. And to drink? A wide range of wi
Reviewed By 685tajs
We stayed at the hotel for two nights and dined here the first night. It's more like a casual pub which like the hotel needs modernising. Was disappointed that the only ale on tap was theakstons. Starters we had mushrooms and the duck which were both very good. For mains my lamb shank was very good however my wife's veg main was dissapointing. It was literally onions, mushrooms, tomato and cheese. The cherry frangipane tart was amazing - so good infact we came back the following night just to have that before bed!
7. The Unicorn
Overall Ratings
3 based on 265 reviews
Reviewed By cstinson
Had flown into Leeds/Bradford and travelled up to Ripon. By time we arrived we were needing breakfast and seeing the Wetherspoons , in we went and orderedFirst off , they had run out of cups so were given takeaway paper cups Sat at our table and basically stuck to it. Menu were just as sticky. Breakfast arrived and can put hand on heart and say the hottest thing about it were the plates Went to use the loos and the whole stairwell was filthy Although the actual toilets were clean the whole ladies cloakroom was in disrepair, not a pleasant visit at allThank you for your reviewI'm sorry to hear that you were disappointed with your visit and will pass your comments on to the relevant team members.We pride ourselves on having high standards here at The Unicorn and I'm sorry we missed the mark on this occasion.
6. SO! Bar and Eats Ripon
Overall Ratings
4 based on 393 reviews
We are an award winning, independently run bar & restaurant, offering a range of high quality freshly prepared food to meet every occasion, in a contemporary bar environment.
Reviewed By Patricia F
It was a lovely surprise to discover somewhere in Ripon that caters really well for vegans (albeit some places can cope) and we're not far away so shall certainly return. It wasn't perfect, however, and I'd have liked to say just 'good', not 'very good'. The (unadvertised) chips were excellent and my BHP wrap was very tasty but the ingredients were so mushed up together that it was difficult to distinguish individual flavours, and I'd have liked a lot more than a teaspoonful of the advertised crispy cabbage salad.The separate vegan menu really should be displayed as prominently as the non-vegan version, not hidden away at the back of a drawer where the waiter had difficulty finding it!Many of the dishes (too many for my tastes) were described as spicy or zingy.Nice old pub with wood panelling & wooden floors.It would be a very good idea to erect a sign indicating where the toilets are: I had to ask, as did 3 other people in quick succession.I do hope that by now they've fixed the collapsible toilet seat and put more toilet paper in the left-hand cubicle of the ladies.
5. THE WATER RAT
Overall Ratings
4 based on 508 reviews
At The Water Rat in Ripon, North Yorkshire, we are open Monday - Sunday from 11am- 11pm. Serving Food 12 - 2:30, 6 - 9:00 Monday - Friday, 12- 3:00 & 6-9:00 Saturdays, 12 - 4:00 Sundays. Our friendly team look forward to welcoming you.
Reviewed By mbetowler
My Mum and I visited for a lunchtime birthday treat and were very happy that we did. The young lady that served us was so friendly and welcoming, the food was amazing and tasty. We would definitely return here.
4. The Golden Lion
Overall Ratings
4 based on 229 reviews
Reviewed By maplesteve
A traditional public house serving traditional food, the ambience was underwhelming! The beer was OK. The food was OK. If anything, the portions were mean, given pie and mash was £9.69! It was very evidently microwaved. The place was OK. The décor is tired and slightly tatty. The Toilets were OK. Tight for space, there is little room in them to get in and out and do what you do. If you appreciate wall to wall piped TV sport with multi-screens on different channels, and appreciate the confusion of piped commentary with different pictures then this is the place for you. But hardly relaxing. MEDIA OVERLOAD. All in all, very average. Not somewhere that I propose to return to any day soon.
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3. The Royal Oak
Overall Ratings
4 based on 815 reviews
All of our food is freshly prepared in house by our talented brigade of chefs. We are lucky to be located in an area rich with excellent local produce. This is reflected in our menuâs that change seasonally enabling us to use ingredients when they are at
Reviewed By Tracey H
Visited The Royal Oak twice during our week-long stay in Ripon, both times for evening meals.Very friendly service with staff who engaged well with diners. Food was very tasty, fresh and no long waits for food. On first looking at the menu, it didn't appear that there were too many options for me as a Pescetarian, but the waitress was quick to highlight dishes that could be easily altered to exclude the meat, which was appreciated.Quite nice decor; tables were a bit close together in some instances - the next table would hear everything you said - but not too big a deal. Prices ok, not the cheapest but not overly expensive either.All in all, would recommend a visit.
2. The Black A Moor Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 269 reviews
A warm and friendly pub which specialises in great service and fantastic homemade food. All our produce is sourced locally where possible and our chefs strive to make new and exciting dishes
Reviewed By DaveWDentist
We were staying nearby and decided to come here for Sunday lunch. A good decision! Nice location out in the countryside with plenty of parking. Lovely place inside and nicely thought out and well decorated. Staff were all very friendly. We had three courses all of which were excellent. Well presented food and taste to match. Could do with more places like this one! Excellent.and could have stayed all day.
1. The Old Red House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 113 reviews
Reviewed By Leedsfun2
Had a fantastic meal at The Old Red House tonight. 2 steaks for £20, lovely food, excellent price and value for money and great service. Canât fault any of it, the food was delicious, massive portion, perfectly cooked steak. Real value for money and such lovely warm service. Highly recommended!
