I have to say, I've spent quite a few evenings in the Old Bell Tavern. The food, IMHO, is…read moretop-notch. Maybe not the level of the Queen's Head Inn, but very good nevertheless. The list of ales and brews is outstanding, and rumors are the Bill Clinton himself sat in the Old Bell for a spell. Probably the best atmosphere for adults out of the wide array of pubs in Harrogate; never got the impression that a Yankee and his opinions was unwelcome. One word of advice.... The place fills up fast at quittin' time!

My husband and I came here for a drink and then we decided to stay for dinner. It was a nice pub…read morewith lots of character. Coasters on the wall and knowledgeable bartenders. We decided to eat here after a few pints. I got a risotto special with peas that was delicious. My husband got a white fish I can't remember what kind. He thought it was slightly overcooked. If you want a bar with good food this is the place.

Smack across from the Harrogate Conference Center and right on a busy corner is this terrific bar…read more(actually I'd call it more a pub, but whatever...) They carry a large selection of great beers on tap and you must try the local ones from Theakstons Brewery... I loved their Best Bitter and their Old Peculier (yep - that's the right spelling). Decent pub food (sorry... "bar" food). Excellent fish and chips (tons of french fries)... super hot chili (on top of a mound of fries) and also had a decent chicken burger - with a huge side of fries... The place gets packed right at the end of the work day with locals and visitors... diverse mixed crowd (both suits and construction workers). Some nice tables to sit outside if the weather allows it...

Christies has a good atmosphere and a nice play to go for a drink. There are two large screens…read morewhich they show sport on. While in Christies they had two different champions leagues games on so a lot of people were in there - so if you want a seat you'll need to get in there early. We never ate in there but the food smelt nice - the menu was quite reasonably priced and had a wide range of pub grub on there. Worth a visit.

We came, we saw, we conquered! And by that I mean we added this great new addition to the 'tap'…read morefamily (Euston, York, Sheffield taps) to Yelp, enjoyed a couple of great beers each from their range of at least 30 draught/ 100 bottles and went twice in the same evening - starting our night here and finishing it off in style with the return visit! As with all the taps, they have a fantastic mix of UK breweries and American craft, Belgian and European brews - plus a bottle menu with beers ranging from a few quid to some very special ones (hello Hopping Frog at £18 and unfortunately not in my price range!) I had an amazing Tiny Rebel/Dark Star collaboration with my wife enjoying a Belgian fruit beer - we were both very very happy with our choices! The actual venue is pretty cool and just the sort of place you want to hangout in, with a clientele of all ages into good quality hoppy stuff! Special mention has to go to the amazing pork pies on sale - £2.50 a pop and from the excellent Elite meats. Mine was amazing and made even better by having 'Sierra Nevada Mustard' served with it - mega yum! Basically Harrogate Tap is a great excuse to miss the train - make sure you check it out if you're into beer, you won't regret it!

With a healthy supply of draft beer on cask and keg, and a large fridge filled with cans and…read morebottles, the Tap should always be on your list of pubs to visit in Harrogate. Don't forget to grab a couple of train beers on your way out of town.

Called in today and after trying several other pubs beforehand the staff here bent over backwards…read moreto help my wife who has Coeliac so must follow a gluten free diet, the chef changed ingredients on some of the meals on the menu that weren't gluten free to ensure they were safe for her. it's a great pub the staff are friendly, attentive, helpful and quicker than a £million pound backhander into a politicians back pocket, the meals arrived promptly and piping hot The meals were tasty and cooked to perfection, I can highly recommend you give them a try next you visit Harrogate, we'll certainly be paying them another visit. I also thoroughly enjoyed the ice cool Cider it was made by the people of Cornwall who 'Aaaargh' renowned for making it. but I believe they've stopped selling Cornish pasties due to massive cost increases.....apparently the Cornish 'Pie-Rates' have gone through roof. PS - A special thank you to Alan for all his help in making our visit such a pleasure. John Taggart

On a recent visit to England I stopped into Coach & Horses for lunch and came away from the meal…read morefeeling very full and happy with my decision to stop in. While waiting for my meal I enjoyed two excellent local ales. When the food arrived to my table it was perfectly prepared. The chicken curry was well-worth the visit and my fiance enjoyed her scampi. I finished the meal off with some amazing sticky toffee pudding and a cup of espresso. I will be back, for the beer, food, service and atmosphere! This is a hidden gem.

Great spot and perfectly located near the town center. I have come here half a dozen times and…read moreeach time the service went above and beyond (I think that's just normal). The food is always good, and plentiful! They have specials on certain days and there's always a game playing on the TV. Rugby was playing most of the times that I've gone and it was quite entertaining. I've even gone in the evening and the place never got too rowdy or uncomfortable. Good spot.

Stylish, welcoming pub on the edge of the city centre…read more This is a relatively large, stylish, welcoming pub, located a short walk from the city centre. Fair selection of lagers and ales. Friendly staff. Large seating area. Went there for drinks after arrival on a 1-day visit plus evening concert in Harrogate in September 2014.

Love to see smaller plate options on the menu. The pea risotto and octopus salad tasted very nice…read more We also ordered fish and chips. Service was polite and quick. The atmosphere was pleasant.

My wife and I had lunch at Fat Badger in September 2024. It's conveniently located right under the…read moremedieval arches up into old town, was very close to our hotel.  We were seated upstairs in one of several quaint and cozy rooms - this place seems a labyrinth, don't know how the staff keep on top of who is where. It was really pleasant with a view of street out the window, a fireplace and lots of quirky eclectic pictures on the wall. The food was incredible. We both had a burger, can't remember which, but super meaty, super tasty. Big flavour, big belly. I felt like a fat badger after that. Service wasn't the quickest, but it was cheerful and helpful. Quality of the food was worth the wait.

Now after all that extravagance I fancy some ye olde action. You can stick an "e" on anything in my…read morebook to make it appear old but the Hales bar needs no such gimmick. This is steeped in history. In fact the premises were rebuilt in 1827 so you know we're talking real age here. You'll find interesting features and fittings from the Victorian era, including traditional gas lighting and cigar lighters. This is Jack the Ripper stuff only without the brutal murders. It's housed in a beautiful looking building and doesn't belie what features inside. The food doesn't disappoint either and a lot of people plump for the pie. It's how pies should be. You can grab a snack or a sandwich though without a problem. The beer is also up to scratch and they are regularly featured in the good beer guide. Enough said. It's like stepping back into time this gem and a great place to share a Sunday lunch with the family, especially the dad.

I was there Thursday night and it was the best night out for ages. The karaoke was excellent and…read morethe atmosphere was awesome! A very friendly pub with great staff and customers. I found the beer about 10p per pint more than some other bars in town (mentioning no names) However, if I were to drink 10 pints (and I can't) that would be an extra £1.00. Money well spent I think. Just to be in a nice place with nice people drinking quality beer and fantastic entertainment thrown in too! Give it a go! You won't be dissapointed.

Didn't get food, but the drinks were good, and the 2 for 1 is a great deal, especially with well…read moremade cocktails. The place was lively and nice to hang for a bit

So I'm finding that Harrogate is actually the place to be. Why not stay a bit longer and check out…read morewhat else it has to offer. Sounds like a plan Stan but one more quick tipple and whet the old whistle so I pop into Banyan Bar. It's an appealing looking building from outside to in and has the same people behind it as Arc in Headingley. It was also voted best bar in Harrogate in the Harrogate Confidential Awards and it's a boast that it may well deserve some claim to. For starters the food looks immense. One of their signature dishes is the Kobe burger, the worlds most expensive and decadent beef originating in the Kobe region of Japan. These cows are massaged for a stress free life style. Well as stress free as it can be before you become a burger I suppose. They also do buffet menus which offer a variety of wraps, nibbles and sandwiches. All for under a tenner. The wine list is to my liking. Try the Pinot Grigio blush, ideal drink when the sun comes out. As for the cocktails...This town really is no good for my liver. Inventive and tantalising combinations of juices and spirits. Excellent work. Great for socialising, eating and with a beautifully down interior. I just hope I don't get sat next to one of those massaged cows next time I go there.

This is not a bar. It's an institution…read more 22 years old this year, the Blues Bar is a much-loved, treasured part of Harrogate's social scene. There's live music every night of the week and during the day, a relaxed chilled out atmosphere to enjoy some grub and a cuppa or even sample some of the fine lagers on offer via both tap and bottle. Some of the very best local bands feature on the latest listings, while the likes of Jools Holland and Van Morrison have graced the place in its long history in music. Who else do you need to give the place a seal of approval? Me, you say? Well, it's got it.

I only popped in for an afternoon drink but I liked the place, good atmosphere ,good coffee, great…read moremusic and real ale to boot. The prices seemed very good for it's location. Wish I had the chance to spend an evening there to sample food and live music. It was Betty's or The Blues. The Blues won. I just wish we had something like it in Warrington.

Just like the Leeds branch this is a super cool place to hang out at any time of the day!…read more I was in Harrogate looking for somewhere to work for the afternoon and between 2 and 430pm it was really quiet and the perfect place to get stuck into some work with the laptop up. Great flat whites and very friendly staff, plus ultra cool playlist of tunes. Some bonus points: *Amazing selection of craft beer on tap and in bottles *Really big upstairs area that can be hired out *Loads of seating outside for sunny days

Was planning to go to Cold Bath brewing (also great brews....chexk it out) as I was walking around…read moreafter work while I was in town. I passed this place and noticed the long set of taps at the bar and had to stop to check it out first. Man I'm glad I popped in... Incredibly friendly staff, great open ambience, and even more fantastic beers. I had a cask stout, and two damned good british-made American style IPAs. Fantastic selection, and especially for yorkshire. I'll be back (insert Arnold voice)