The more I delve the more I realise Leeds is ace. We all know that but it's truly a place with so…read moremuch to offer that even a social butterfly (that makes me sound a lot better than I actually am) like me, is constantly bowled over by new and exciting finds and Pudsey threw up quite a few of them. So move on to the Arch. It boasts an award winning chef so I'm always going to get a tad excited about weighing up their credentials. Maybe it's because I'm British and we like to knock down those who fly high but I must admit I couldn't really find any grumbles on this one. The starters are fine dining at its best without being overly pretentious. For the main I had a very nice risotto but you've got all the main players such as steak and fish. My only gripe is and this isn't exclusive to here, why call gravy jus? Come on people don't complicate the matter, it's gravy. Right rant over. As for deserts, the cheese board is excellent. You'll also get some local cheeses on the plate as well as French offerings. Three courses for just under £17 seems a fair price to me as well although you will pay supplements on that for some of the dishes. Good food and a hoorah from me.

Menus that change on a regular basis...that is exactly what I like to hear. The owner is also the…read morechef produces a menu which is very English and very meaty although there are some vegetarian options tome of the phrases used to describe dishes make me cringe a little such as they seem a little too showy and highfalutin but it is a delicious menu in a very modern restaurant. Three courses will set you back £16.95 with two courses costing £14.50 with a two pound supplement on Saturday and because I am feeling pleasant today I am not going to go on a tirade about that. Book in advance for a special occasion.

Again, a review for dealing with our large party of 12!…read more They sat us down and cheerfully gave us the menus and specials quickly, it was so hot but they quickly put the fans on and gave us a lot of bottles of water for the table, bringing out warm bread and pots of standard and garlic butter. I had the Yorkshire pudding for starter, and the lamb for main, everything came out at good times, and no one was left waiting much longer than the first to be served at any point. The sides were wonderful, all good size portions and amazing gravy. If I was being seriously picky, the only thing I would say was the meringue on the lemon meringue pie wasn't crispy on the top at all, but that's personal taste, and it still tasted amazing! Wonderful food, wonderful service, and the best part was, other smaller tables there had service just as fast and friendly and didn't suffer because of the large party, so they definitely know how to cope!!

First visit for a dinner last night, I had the venison sausage as a starter then the 10 0z rump…read more My partner had the pate, followed by the duck breast. Nice relaxed atmosphere and the staff were pleasant. My sausage started was good and well seasoned, portion size was very generous. My steak was cooked well however it was lacking seasoning and tasted a little bland, I did enjoy the mushrooms they serve it with and also the home style chips were nice. My partners pate was good, the chutney was a little sweet as an accompaniment but again the portion size was good. Her duck was cooked very well and had some good flavour to it. A little biased but some more Australian/ New Zealand wine on the menu would be great. I would definitely like to return and explore the menu some more!

Now this is a great place to eat. Clean, light and airy with good views of the world passing by…read more They seem to rotate menus so every month or so the dishes change. The food is wonderfully presented and always cooked to perfection. The menus tend to be a fusion of mediteranian / European cuisine with some old favourites presented in a slightly quirky style. The style and presentation of the dishes is modern but not poncy and the portions are good. There is a good selection of beers and although not extensive the wine list makes good reading with some special bottles on offer. The management and staff are great and this is by far one of my favourite restaurants in Harrogate.

We made a reservation assuming it was an Italian. When we walked in, the menu was not too Italian -…read morethe waiter called it a contemporary European cuisine. As I am vegetarian, there was all of one dish so we had to politely make our way out feeling a bit awkward. So really not in a position to review, but it may be worth mentioning the category listing is not very accurate. Qype will not let me leave feedback without rating -so I may as well rate it high (innocent until proven guilty :) )

Great pub with a nice vibe. Yummy beer selections. Warm and cozy…read more Bar service was excellent.

Having wandered around the wonderful city of York it was time to find our way back to the carpark…read morebut this wonderful pub beckoned us in as we walked past. I couldn't say no. It was reasonably quiet inside and a table was found and, naturally, a pint of ale. Oddly, from Ringwood, New Forest. A very interesting pub with quite a history as shown throughout by photographs and memorabilia on the walls. Really friendly staff with rapid service. Food looked very good but, unfortunately, we had already eaten. OK, next time. As I said earlier the pub was quiet but, after a pint or two, it filled up with hoards of visitors. Glad we came in earlier. If you are in York, check it out. Well worth a visit.

This place was a really nice time. I'm very late posting this, but better late than never…read more.. because this spot deserves a shoutout. A group of us stopped here around Halloween while making a drive from London to Scotland. One of my friends loves anything spooky, so I sought out what's rumored to be one of the most haunted pubs in the area (I think we were in York... forgive me if I'm off, travel brain ). From the moment you walk in, the place is dark, moody, and mysterious with a very cool vibe. You seat yourself, and we had a table reserved. The atmosphere was lively and social, almost speakeasy-like. There's no traditional table service, you scan a QR code, order food on your phone, and it magically appears at your table. Drinks are ordered directly at the bar, which we learned is pretty common here. Fun surprise: the bartender was actually from California, so it was great chatting with someone from the States while abroad. The crowd overall was lovely, mostly locals, and everyone was super friendly and chatty with us Americans, which really added to the experience. Halfway through our meal, a live band set up right in front of us and absolutely killed it. Think Rolling Stones meets a gritty Seattle grunge band. They were phenomenal. They even invited me up to sing... but sadly, I hadn't had enough shots yet, so I declined. Maybe next time Food-wise, we ordered butternut squash, a few burgers, chicken wings, and a few appetizers. The food was just okay, not bad by any means, but not the highlight. For a pub in the middle of York, it was perfectly acceptable and hit the spot. Did we feel a spooky, haunted vibe? Honestly... not really, which was a bit of a letdown. But hanging out next to the little skeleton sitting at the bar (which I think someone has already posted photos of) was still fun. The memorabilia and décor throughout the pub are great and give you plenty to look at. Overall, The Golden Fleece is a very cool stop for a quick bite, drinks, and fantastic live music. The atmosphere and camaraderie made the night, and I'd absolutely recommend popping in if you're nearby, especially if there's a band playing.

The Golden Fleece is such a fun spot to check out in York! It's got that perfect blend of…read moreold-school English pub charm and a slightly spooky vibe (it's supposed to be haunted, after all!). Even if you're not into ghost stories, the place just oozes character with its low beams, creaky floors, and dark cozy corners. The drinks were exactly what were we're looking for and expected...classic pints and spirits to choose from. Honestly, it's the kind of pub you want to spend a couple of hours in, just soaking up the atmosphere and imagining all the stories those old walls could tell. If you're in York and want a pint somewhere with a bit of history (and maybe a ghost sighting or two), The Golden Fleece is definitely worth popping into.

Sat our group of six on the back patio, which is very nice. Staff was excellent and made ordering…read moreeasy. We ordered a wide range of drinks and food options, with a few snacks thrown in for good measure. All excellent, and the prices were very reasonable! Wish I could make another trip to this pub, but unfortunately I am leaving York tomorrow. :(

A lovely place to grab an afternoon pint with friends! The beer garden is one of the best in the…read morecity. When it's a nice day out, there's fewer things in the world I find more enjoyable than drinking with friends outside. Thus, when the opportunity arose to do so while visiting York, we decided to hit up the Lamb & Lion. Pro-tip: check the beer garden first to grab a table and then buy your pints. You are far from the only person in the world who loves day drinking outside. When we visited, the beer garden was packed! We luckily were able to find a table, but during our time there we saw quite a few people unable to locate a spot. There's nothing worse than having a beer in one hand and finding no place you can drink it! The beer selection is typical and prices are reasonable. What you're really paying for here is the ambiance of the garden. While there's chatter from others all around you, the garden itself is secluded from the street, with one side facing the city wall. Relax under an umbrella and enjoy your pint-- I know I did.

Great pub, upstairs from bottle shop. Friendly staff, maybe best atmosphere in all of York! Don't…read moremiss this gem!

This place was a little hard to find. Look for the liquor store on the ground floor that says…read more"trembling madness" on the window. Pub is upstairs. Pub was fairly cool. Saw some reviews saying something about a Harry Potter vibe, but I didn't get that at all. It has some cool elements, but definitely did not live up to those expectations. Had a nice beer selection on tap. And prices were quite reasonable. Ended up picking up a few interesting beers on my way out.

We wanted a nice light lunch inside, and headed here, knowing the restrooms would probably be very…read moreclean (they were!). The food itself is just fine. The ambiance is fancy, and the service was attentive and good. It's more of the kind of place you come and dress fancy with your girlfriends or a relative you want to impress for afternoon tea.

The ambience to this place is just beautiful. It feels upscale but you can arrive in jeans. There…read moreis a 2-3 dish prefix meal section that makes dinner affordable but doesn't skimp out on flavor. Everyone really enjoyed every single dish. The service was excellent, efficient but friendly. It's a nice experience to be at St Helen's Square where you can hear music in the background while enjoying the people watching.