Reviews in Leeds and Yorkshire

1st November 2008. We visited this pub yesterday, and were very pleasantly surprised - both by the atmosphere, warmth and cosiness (open fires) and also by the very good selection of food. Perhaps a little more expensive that the average - e.g.£3.95 for soup - but a menu that offers some unusual choices - venison, salmon en papillote with ginger and onions (and cooked in greaseproof paper!!). Wonderful crunchy home made chips and well cooked vegetables. My husband said the Guinness was first class. We had prompt and efficient service and will definitely return. Our journey from Glossop over to Holmfirth was a lovely day out with stunning scenery, probably even better in the summer!

Four of us ate there 1st November 2008 and must say that the food was very good. Dopiatza and Madras were excellent,as was one of the special dishes (cant recall the name). Also nice starters. Good service from attentive well mannered and friendly waiters. Nice beers on offer too. Place settings basic but very clean, Ladies received single flower at the end. Nice touch. Will certainly visit again.

What a disappointment, the food was very nice compliments to the chef, but the service was a great disappointment nothing came together and the dessert menu never came, the waitress was to busy washing up. The room was very cold when we were seated,it is a big room and we were seated next to the windows, mine host needs to go to charm school

The Royal is the best restaurant Ive ever had the pleasure of eating in. its award winning and has a facebook group. Im a loyal local and cant get enough of it. You wont be disappointed.

Its a great restaurant, one of the best in Barnsley. My advice is walk 100 yards to the Royal Spice for the best curry I have ever had. Chicken Tikkas are off the chart and the specials are like nothing else Ive ever tasted ( especially the Jeera ). Its that good it won the curry guides top award. The Dil raj at Dodworth comes a close second but is half as much again on price. If you like a modern looking curry house then try the Darton balti its a good restaurant.

The Ate O Clock is my favourite restaurant in York and I would not hesitate to recommend it. We visited last night for my birthday meal and the food was wonderful - trio of fish especially. The ambience is second to none and the food amazing. 10/10

Myself and my Wife went on a Thursday Evening not knowing there was an Early Bird offer on, the early bird was buy one get one free on starters, mains and rices and runs monday to Thursday 5pm till 7pm. I was most impressed with the food the Starters were excellent and the mains were even better, the waiter recommended a couple of dishes of which i chose one, the waiters were very friendly and went out of there way to ensure everything was up to your liking. I will certainly be going again and would recommend it to anyone i know.

Excellent choice of restaurant I would highly recommend it (thanks Kat for telling me about it!). The menu is vast and varied something there for everyone (even the pickiest of eaters) and the service was great. It’s so nice to go somewhere where the staff don’t just appear to be happy and helpful, they actually are happy and helpful!

I visited this restaurant recently and the had the lamb kebab, I can honestly say that it was one of the nicest kebabs I have ever had the pleasure of eating, the prices are very reasonable and the staff are keen to make your dining experience as pleasurable as possible….i will be paying this gem a visit again soon!!!!

Service is very poor unless you are busty female! My family I went on Monday night and was ignored. We got drinks when we were seated but for the rest of the night we was not offered any more. Even when they brought out main course and we all had empty glass we was not offered any. They pass our table 10 or 15 times when they were not serving other tables. If you are a regular then they will be all over you, leaving the rest of us out. When I point this out when paying, I was told that I should have stopped. I made my point that I come to a restaurant to be waited on and that is part of good service. It seemed that they were not bothered about our custom. It's a shame as it local to us but They will not be getting any of our business in the future. If you want a great italian run by a proper italian family go to Mam Mia's in centre of Bradford. They are always welcoming to all.

food rubbish 25th october 2008 ordered 2 mixed grills went to cut the lamb chops both was full of bloodnot cooked saugages were cheap rubbish asked for the steak to be well done it was rare best place for the meals was in the bin daughter cant stop going to toilet

Normally I would and have, recommended meals at Bella Roma, but tonight the tagliatelli was stuck together and congealed. The pork loin was overcooked and tough, but most disappointing of all was the tiramisu, which in previous years was fabulous but tonight terrible, I am so disappointed. We will visit the cheaper and tastier Rustico in future where starters are free!

Fantastic experience the staff were extremely pleasant and professional, food delicious a must try!

delicious food but some of the strangest bar service ever - we asked for a vodka & tonic in a large glass with ice and it came in a Fosters pint glass????

A great little find, friendly and welcoming. Pleasant atmosphere, attentive service, excellent food, broad selection of very nice wines. I heartily recommend to anyone wishing a very enjoyable, casual relaxed dining experience.

Unusual building with a fair amount of history behind it. A fair challenge for James the new manager, but one that will be relished. Excellent pub carvery and good value too a trademark of Mitchell & Butler. Looking forward to this one.

Standard. Used to be amazing, great bar-tenders, great atmosphere, great food. Now it's just same old, same old. Last year they had the best and most accommodating boys and girls in Leeds. It was a pleasure to go, now it's boring and mundane. I hate to be negative but this lot have destroyed a winning formula. Bring back Mike (long hair) Rachel (tall) Claire (fun) and everyone we liked! HBOS is having a hard time, but we would bring it back for the Lounge. We don't want to go elsewhere but the service and food good times have disappeared! So upset, we loved you guys. Where has all the energy gone? And who is that angry man in the waistcoat? Still recommend Lounge, but we need some help! Great relationship gone sour!

Visited as a group of 2adults and 4 children during the opening week and the service was really good. For Harrogate, so was the cost! Food was lovely and an impressive menu selection. No children's menu as such but they were happy for the kids to share pizza. we would definitely return. Enjoy!