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The Inn South Stainley, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

The Inn South Stainley

4.6
4.6
915 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
The Inn South Stainley - a uniquely independent cosy Yorkshire country pub with rooms offering a superior experience, great food, outstanding service and a truly memorable visit.

Our country pub and bar area is at the heart of The Inn which offers classic and contemporary interiors, relaxed seating and open fires. Enjoy country pub classic food dishes including daily specials and fine wines, cocktails, real ales and craft beer. Head Chef Shane White and his team have created a menu inspired by the seasons and resources and celebrates the amazing produce North Yorkshire has to offer.

We celebrate the regions finest produce and products, putting the customer at the heart of everything we do, achieved with a smile and a traditional Yorkshire welcome for all.

We very much look forward to welcoming you.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–10:00 am Bar Daily 11:00 am–11:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01423 779060
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Shane White
  • Private party facilities
    Speak with our events team about the opportunities at The Inn for private dining, weddings, banquets, group lunch and dinners etc.
  • Neighbourhood
    Harrogate
  • Cross Street
    Ripon Road, South Stainley, HG3 3ND
  • Parking details
    There is a large un-secured private car park next to The Inn for customers to use.
  • Public transit
    The nearest bus stop to The Inn South Stainley is just 39 metres away. This stop is called Red Lion and is located on Ripon Road. The number 36 bus between Harrogate and Ripon runs approximately every 20-30 minutes.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 915 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • North Yorkshire

    Good for business meals

  • North Yorkshire

    British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Inn South Stainley offers "amazing food" in a "beautifully decorated" setting, perfect for celebrating special occasions. Guests rave about its "friendly and attentive staff," "great atmosphere," and "excellent service." Whether enjoying a sumptuous Sunday roast or a delightful dessert, it's a "highly recommended" dining experience.

915 Reviews
  1. Kerry

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Huge range of food on the extensive menu. Delicious, well presented and interesting combinations. We will certainly be back to sample something else. Staff were lovely too.

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  2. Jeremy

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, good service and good price. What more do you want. For two wheelchair users also very accessible.

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  3. Elouise

    Yorkshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely place to go for breakfast. Went with my 10 year old son, my friend and her 10 year old daughter. The kids loved the buffet and also enjoyed the pancakes. We had the full breakfast (me traditional and my friend, veggie). Really reasonably priced, delicious food and plenty of choice to keep the kids happy. We’re definitely planning on returning.

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  4. j

    London

    17 reviews

    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Sunday lunch. Never the best test of a kitchen. The chorizo was In a cold bowl; not easy to cut it there. The seabass was excellent. Roast less so. Not very warm on a cold plate. The roast potatoes were sitting in gravy and weren’t crisp. Roast parsnips excellent. Roly Poly Pudding was good. In general the food was over salted. Especially the gravy. The staff were good but service was slow. Will try again mid week.

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  5. Linda

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat to the left of door which meant each time was opened it became very draughty, something to consider next visit. A table of 7 we ordered6 Sunday roasts, when the veg cam a good 10 mins after main meal was served, they sent just 2 portions, 1 turnip 1 mixed cabbage with 2 carrots. When asked, was if for the 6 was told a stern Yes. A table across from us where there was 3 people sat, they had the exact same qty of veg. The next waitress who asked was all OK, again I questioned the veg. She did say yes that was it all but she said she would get some more thankfully. This came 5 mins later. All our roasts were mainly good but not that hot especially as we had been waiting for the veg. Two of the roasts were turkey but there was no pigs in blankets which were on menu. A nice touch was a birthday card and a piece of cake on a birthday plate. Our waitress was helpful.

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  6. Shaun

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, service and friendly staff, would highly recommend
    The Inn South StainleyResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you so much for the 5* review Shaun! We hope to see you again soon. Kind regards, Joanna

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  7. Sarah

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another lovely meal with perfect service. The chocolate fondue is as amazing and very good value for money. Our waitress was young but very knowledgeable and professional. Can’t fault it other than the room can be a little cold.
    The Inn South StainleyResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Sarah, Thank you so much for your 5* review! I will be sure to feedback your comments to the team! Kind regards, Jo

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  8. Stephen

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Many varied items on the menu. Starters and mains arrived promptly and was hot and truly delicious Only slight disappointment was the puddings. We all had desserts and the warm puddings were very stodgy and had probably been overcooked in the microwave
    The Inn South StainleyResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you so much for the 5* review! Your comments regarding the puddings has been passed on to our kitchen team and we hope we can impress you further with these next time! Many thanks, Joanna

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  9. Carol

    Yorkshire

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I was taken out for my birthday to The Inn in South Stainley. This was the first time and it won't be the last. The menu is extensive and caters for everyone's needs from carnivore to vegan. The service was faultless and the ambiance very relaxed. I would not hesitate in recommending The Inn, South Stainley.
    The Inn South StainleyResponded on February 14, 2025
    Hi Carol, Thank you so much for your lovely review - we're glad to hear you enjoyed your birthday celebration with us and hope to see you again soon! Kind regards, Jo

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  10. Ernie henderso

    London

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    A bit disappointing. This was for my seventieth birthday and was spoiled a bit due to there seemingly not being any heating on. We very nearly had to put our coats back on as it was that cold. It was also off-putting that the bottle of water we were given had dried food on the outside of the bottle and looked brackish In nature. I was not sure how often the water was replenished, so we did not drink any. In addition, the glass containg my latte was also dirty at the bottom, either from not being washed properly or from coffee spillage. Not sure if I would want to go again.
    The Inn South StainleyResponded on February 12, 2025
    Hi Ernie, We are terribly sorry that your visit this week was disappointing. Our heating has been on full all week, along side our gas fires and wood burner. We always try our best to make everyone as comfortable as we can and would have happily moved you closer to the fireplace had we known you were too cold. As for the water bottle I can only apologise that this had not been cleaned on the outside, we do refill them after every use with fresh water and they are cleaned using our glasswash machine - but this issue will most definitely be discussed and actioned amongst the team. I do hope you will give us another chance to impress you with our usual high standards and hope that if you do you will book directly with ourselves so that we can guarantee you a cosy spot by the fireplace!

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FAQs

The Inn South Stainley offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01423 779060.

The Inn South Stainley is rated 4.6 stars by 915 OpenTable diners.

The Inn South Stainley does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Inn South Stainley

The Inn South Stainley, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG3 3ND

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Ripon Road, South Stainley, HG3 3ND
  • Neighbourhood
    Harrogate
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–10:00 am Bar Daily 11:00 am–11:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There is a large un-secured private car park next to The Inn for customers to use.
  • Public transit
    The nearest bus stop to The Inn South Stainley is just 39 metres away. This stop is called Red Lion and is located on Ripon Road. The number 36 bus between Harrogate and Ripon runs approximately every 20-30 minutes.
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Shane White
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    01423 779060
  • Private party facilities
    Speak with our events team about the opportunities at The Inn for private dining, weddings, banquets, group lunch and dinners etc.
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