The Old Bell Tavern - Harrogate

After dining at this restaurant numerous times over the years and always enjoying the good food, we knew that during our recent visit to Harrogate, we had to eat here again. We made a reservation, arrived, and ordered our meals. However, this time our experience was not great. The fish pie was bland and tasteless, and the scampi was the same. Although the young man serving us was friendly, when we expressed our disappointment with the food, he didn't know how to handle it and just said ok. We may return for drinks next time we're in Harrogate, but it will take us a while to trust the food quality again.

I stopped by this restaurant for a glass of wine while the girls were shopping. They have a great selection of local beers, and the friendly bar staff made my experience enjoyable in the lively pub atmosphere. The chardonnay and sauvignon blanc were both great value for money.

Normally find the beer here good, but this time I had to return a pint of Porter as off. To be fair the staff agreed and gave me a replacement pint. Still a great pub to pop,into if you want somewhere quiet with a good...selection of real ales.

Came here with my family for a meal and a few drinks one Friday night. We were greeted immediately, politely and staff were very accommodating and friendly. We ordered our drinks and meals which came in no time at all! I ordered the chicken and...vegetables which was seasoned lovely, tasty and filling. My mother ordered fish and chips and my father ordered a burger and salad... Both agreed meal was delicious and great value for money. Very excited to return! Thank you to everyone for such a lovely evening! PS would have given it stars if it sold peach schnapps/archers (my favourite drink)

Many people who visit Harrogate walk a little further down the road to a very old local pub.... I'm not saying you should visit the other pub, but if you like your beer in a great pub with amazing staff, just do yourself a favor...and drop into The Old Bell. The beer is top-notch, the choice is excellent and I have to say I have one of the best pints ever in this pub. They also do bar snacks, burgers, and a take on a fish finger sandwich, which I would highly recommend. I also want to mention the staff there. Hey, they chat with you as if you're a long-time friend. What a fab. bunch they are. So, take a moment to sit in the Old Bell, have a pint and a natter.