One of, it not the nicest, pub in Ilkley, the commonly named Queen's Head is anything but a common…read morepub. It has no television screens, instead prefering to create an authentic, old school pub environment in which people have to socialise and talk, rather than stare blankly at a sports match. This gives the place its own rather different vibe - friendly and chatty while still remaining intimate and private if you want it to be. Good fresh beers and standard pricing, it is the perfect place to either start a night out in Ilkley or just to have one pint. The Queen's Head is also the proud owner of a sound courtyard drinking area. It's old school, but it's good.

This is a brilliant pub and, in my opinion, the best in Burley…read more Not knowing the awesomeness of this pub, I unfortunately ate before coming here so can't comment on the quality of the food but the menu looked fantastic and I was surrounded by loads of very happy looking people munching away on steak, perfectly cooked eggs, etc. The ambiance and good beers on tap set this place apart but the friendliness of the bar staff make it a wonderful local. Don't be swayed by the Red Lion's enticing beer garden, the Queen's Head has one too! Just come here, now.

We went for my birthday meal.. the main reason for going was because it serves American style food…read moreand also they have a play area that my 2 year old can wear himself out on.. there was 14 of us, half of us got our food at separate times so the first half had actually finished their starters before the others got theirs.. the mains came roughly about the same times.. but the missed the corn on the cobs off one plate and the chicken fillets off another.. two people in my group ordered steak and both were sent back because they were quite a way over cooked, they replaced the steaks for them without any fuss which was good of them but it meant that by the time they got their plates back, most people had finished their mains.. also the two people that ordered salads for their mains actually got theirs last about 10 minutes after everyone else had got theirs. We got deserts and they were the best thing about it.. the kids loved the mountains of ice cream and I really liked the cookie dough cheesecake, it was the only saving grace really.. if you sign up for the app then you get 20% off your food bill, so I signed up for the app and got the email confirmation but we were told we couldn't get the 20% off as the app wasn't working properly.. and even though they'd missed things off our order and we'd had to send stakes back, also our bill was well in excess of £200.. we though the least they could do is honour their deal of 20% off. I put a picture of my pit burger on here.. incidentally the fries were stone cold and the burger tasted bland, the piece of brisket on the top tasted smokey though but the tiny bit of mac and cheese on top of the brisket also was bland.

No no no no! Why? When there are so many great pubs in the area.read more

This is a fantastic old pub that has stood forever. It has great Yorkshire food and is not part of…read morea chain. It's a little out of Otley, but the views and award winning food make it worth the walk. It's a warm welcoming family atmosphere that will keep you coming back for more.

Heading back after a morning walk around Swinsty reservoir we decided to stop here for a bite to…read moreeat. Good sized car park. Very friendly staff greeted us as we entered and the dining room was busy which was a good sign given that it is under new ownership for just a year or so now. We ate in the newer section of the pub which had sky lights and was very light with a great view over the valley. The menu seemed quite simple and to focus on local type dishes and at first glance, I thought the menu looked a little pricey for lunches and so decided on a sandwich (I think it was £6) while many of the dishes were up in the £8-10 range). When the sandwiches came, they came with a small salad of very fresh greens which was the first surprise. Then the second surprise came in the form of a pickle plate containing a selection of beetroot, pickled onions (small (so not too strong in flavour), but numerous), pickled cabbage and a pickle/chutney all of which we were told were made on site. Honestly, I'd read it on the menu and not really given it any thought, but the presentation of the pickle plate was great and their flavours were sublime. For me the pickle tray was the star of the meal and tied the local/home-style together perfectly. The sandwiches were very tasty and combined with the salad and pickles offered fantastic value for money. The sandwich (coronation chicken), wasn't too overly spiced and the bread was thick cut and very tasty. Others in my party were equally impressed. My only regret, given the flavour and quality of the pickled onions and pickle/chutney, I should have got the cheese sandwich as I bet combined, the three elements would be amazing! At this point I'm looking forward to going back and will be trying some of the more expensive dishes on the strength of my experience here. If all their dishes are made with the same quality of ingredients and given the same attention, then I'm sure it won't be long before this becomes a very well known local spot.

The Old Cock in Otley. What a lovely little gem this is…read more Although the bar looks small it is very well stocked with plenty of draught bitters. The best thing is that if you are unsure, tell them what sort of beer drinker you are. I don't like beers that are too hoppy. So I was given a selection of tasters to try and I soon found one that I liked. Like I said this isn't a large pub and because of the low ceiling it gives it a very cosy feel. Free wifi too. I came whilst waiting for my bus into Leeds at about half 8 pm and it was absolutely heaving. Everyone in Otley must like their choice of beers because it was far too crowded and loud for me. But a pub I would pop my head in and if it wasn't too crowded I would definitely go back in.

Great new pub in a very old building. The building built in the 18th century Has been a cafe, a…read moreRestaurant and a house. Makes a great little real ale pub. Lots of choice with interesting lagers as well as ale. Also boasts a big selection of whiskeies, including one from India. Wish I wasn't driving!

I've come to Ilkley and I've not even had any booze yet. What on earth is wrong with me? I know…read morethat makes me sound like I have issues (and quite frankly I do but I won't go into them), but I just like some liquid refreshment. Quick then get me into the Ilkley Moor Vaults. This is a cracking pub. It's nicely done out and has a very warm friendly atmosphere. It's laid back and chilled all the way. Now onto the important bit and the drinks. Well I love it. Simple as that. The wine list has some excellent tipples on and it isn't ridiculously expensive either. The ale is finely kept and there is a nice selection as well. My only problem is deciding my beverage of choice. As for the food, it's real served pub grub of the highest order. This place deserves a good old pat on the back. They are also super relaxed about dogs and walkers too, which is good to know if you want a walking stop off point to refuel.

While Leeds city centre has no shortage of pubs, bars and restaurants catering to every imaginable…read moretaste, if you're on a mission to impress it's worth looking to the city's outskirts for some traditional, log-fires-and-all country pubs. Just down the A65 in Ilkley, this food-focused walkers' haunt is one of the best. With low lighting, dark wood and cosy seating to compliment the all-important open fire, this is prime date territory, and the restaurant-quality food and extensive wine list (plus a good soft drink selection for the driver) will ensure an evening to remember. On my visit I enjoyed a spinach, squash and goat's cheese lasagne - a deliciously fresh-tasting use of seasonal, local produce - and a melt-in-the-mouth cheeseboard accompanied by a tart quince jelly. I can heartily recommend both. Although food is clearly the main event here, a decent selection of house and guest ales means its also worth just popping in for a drink, and with the pub's position just five minutes from the centre of Ilkley, a quaint, up-market spa town, and at the start of the Dales Way, there are plenty of opportunities to walk off any excesses.

There are a few pubs in this quaint village, Addingham, outside of Leeds where all the houses are…read morestill made of real stone and the Moors can be seen in the distance. Out of them, The Fleece is the best for quality (but not cheap) pub food, I was reliably informed by a local, and then sweetly taken there to verify this. The interior retains the traditional pub feel - a low ceiling, fire place, real ale and dark, unregimented furniture and a dog or two lying on the stone floor. You can still stand at the bar to get a pint but it is mostly waitress service in gastro-pub style. They have a great menu if you are into meat - lamb shank and good fish. They were even able to modify my fish, potatoes and vegetables so that it was dairy and gluten free - not a hard thing to do in this case but I always appreciate the effort. The lamb shank of my Addingham local looked like it was done to perfection.

Beautiful picturesque gastro pub in the village of Addingham . Always busy and has a great…read moreselection of beers and ales . The food is wonderful but as it was lunchtime I just had a nicely presented sandwich with salmon and cream cheese and my companion had a bagel with pastrami and salad . Lovely sitting outside watching the world go bye in this beautiful conservation village . Some nice local SJ Hops to visit and while away an afternoon

The Malt Shovel in Menston is a traditional village pub in need of a little sprucing up. A few…read morechanges could transform it into a cracker. Pros: Always has a couple of guest ales on, very reasonable prices, has a great beer garden Cons: Needs updating, despite new carpet, the decor is looking very tired. Wine from boxes!

118menu's review is for The Malt, Burley in Wharfedale. The…read moreMalt Shovel in Menston is a traditional village pub in need of a little sprucing up. A few changes could transform it into a cracker. Pros: Always has a couple of guest ales on, very reasonable prices, has a great beer garden Cons: Needs updating, despite new carpet, the decor is looking very tired. Wine from boxes!

The original pub of Emmerdale fame - A lovely friendly Yorkshire pub- great on cold evenings with…read moreits open fire and wholesome home cooking. Eating out can be a chore sometimes as you just want some freshly cooked goodness of home. And getting a decent sausage and mash is not as easy as it would seem. Lovely fresh sausages - creamy mash - onion gravy and peas - we all miss home comforts when away and the Woolpack brings home back. It also has a good selection of real ales - proper pub style.

The pizza is AMAZING it's VERY good for sports and has the occasional live music. Went to watch the…read moreeuros and it was just an overall amazing experience. Very good service, just an amazing place to go.

It's rare that I get to go for a drive, and with good reason: I don't actually drive. But, thanks…read moreto recalling the recent review of this place from Kate W, whilst on an aimless jaunt along the outer roads of Leeds, this place called out from behind the windscreen of my cohort's car. We pulled up and had to park opposite the Guisley theatre (who're showing Guys and Dolls at the moment, if you care for it) and took a very brief and very chilly walk over to Coopers. The bar is large, with boothed areas for dining and supping, and boasts a number of past and present beer mats on the wall behind the bar. I'm told there's a huge function room upstairs, and sure enough there was plenty of literature about the bar with events coming up. We took advantage of their 3rds offer, where you can sample a 3rd of three different pints on taster trays. In all, it meant we got to try 6 of the 8 beers on offer, and whilst I did my best to be cognisant of what I was drinking I quickly forgot which was which... Excepting the porter, which was the only dark beer on offer. With Kipling, Bete Noir, Wild Mule, Okams MPA and more, it was lots of fun taking in the different tastes. Being a beer fan, but not fanatic, it was great to get a feel for how the different flavours come through, from overtly citrus, to hoppy, to chocolate. And of course, each tray is priced at the cost of one pint. The bar is dog friendly, as we saw many different pooches lazing around, and it's very friendly. We were sat outside for less than a minute before some gals came chatting, so I can imagine it's lovely to nip in solo or with friends. The staff looked really happy too, bantering with locals, and they were happy to advise. Essentially, it's a fantastic warm pub, and another great Market Town Tavern. Love it!

A great clash of modern & traditional here, both in terms of look & feel of the place as well as…read morethe booze on sale. Absolutely stupendous beer selection - traditional hand pulled ales (including Timothy Taylor's Landlord), American IPAs & pale ales, and a great selection of lagers & pilsners. The bar man did not quite fit the style - I found him to be quite curt and out of kilter with the theme of the place. Perhaps he was having an off night.