About This Pub
Ah, So Bar and Eats – what a gem in Harrogate! From the moment you step in, it's clear they've put real thought into making everyone feel welcome, especially if you're navigating things like vegan or gluten-free options. I love how they've got a full menu dedicated to these, with dishes that are genuinely innovative and full of flavour, not just the usual basics. The staff are an absolute delight, always ready with a smile and a helpful chat, which really adds to the cosy vibe of the place. It's perfect for a relaxed afternoon pint or a proper meal with friends, and the food presentation is spot on – you'd never guess some of it was gluten-free! On the flip side, though, sorting out a table can be a bit of a hassle since they don't do real-time bookings online; you'll probably need to call ahead, which isn't ideal if you're spontaneous. And while it's charmingly quiet at times, that might not suit if you're in the mood for a more energetic crowd. Overall, it's a solid choice for a good night out – honest, approachable, and with that warm pub feel we all cherish.
Pros and Cons
Pros
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They've got an absolutely brilliant selection of vegan and gluten-free dishes – it's rare to find a place that caters so well to different dietary needs without making it feel like an afterthought.
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The staff are so friendly and helpful; chatting with them feels like catching up with mates, making the whole experience that bit more enjoyable.
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The food is top-notch – innovative, tasty, and presented beautifully, whether you're popping in for a quick lunch or a proper feast.
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It's got a lovely, relaxed atmosphere in a traditional pub setting, ideal for a casual get-together or just unwinding with a pint.
Cons
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Booking isn't always straightforward; they don't offer real-time slots online, so you might need to give them a ring to sort it out, which can be a bit of a faff if you're planning last-minute.
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From what I've seen, it can sometimes feel a tad quiet, especially if you're after a lively buzz – might not be the best spot for a big night out.
Contact Information
36 Otley Rd, Harrogate HG2 0DP
+441423568834
Bar
Open Now
Opening Hours
| Monday (Today) | 11:30 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 11:30 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:30 - 23:00 |
| Thursday | 11:30 - 23:00 |
| Friday | 11:30 - 23:00 |
| Saturday | 11:30 - 23:00 |
| Sunday | 11:30 - 20:00 |
Recent Reviews
Ate dinner here on early May Day bank holiday.
My daughter saw that they had a full vegan menu, as opposed to the couple of offerings that a lot of spots offer, and it all looked amazing.
We were served by a really friendly and helpful chap called William, who brought some menus over to us and then took our order - checking with us for any allergies.
I had hummus & pitta to start and then caesar mushroom to follow.
The food was just amazingly good - we will definitely be returning soon.
I found this place from a recommendation in a Gluten Free group and I was not disappointed! Pretty much the entire menu is gluten free and you wouldn’t even know it!
The food was absolutely incredible and everything was presented and tasted fabulous!
Although I wanted everything (because the menu itself is so good and everything sounds delicious!) we opted for a range of starters and sharers between the 4 of us and one of our party had the double double bubble burger which was massive!
Great atmosphere, awesome staff, incredible food.
Didn’t eat but had a great pint of TT boltmaker. Liked how the bar person took care of presentation by wiping the overspill on the outside of the glass. To me that showed they care a lot about the wonderful stuff! Nice looking menu - some variety and good looking deals and happy hour 3-6.
Fairly quiet when I was in but had a community hub vibe to it. Good place for a sit and a chat with a mate over a pint.
Will go back I think with friends / my wife and family.
It wasn't my first visit, but it's been a while.
From the outside it looks like a traditional stone built pub. Inside there's a friendly, not too noisy, atmosphere.
They do a great job of combining a bar with an extensive food menu that caters for dietary requirements.
The service was great, consistently attentive and friendly. We felt looked after.
The food. It's good and flavourful, but not overly memorable. Portion sizes also felt a bit modest.
Definitely worth a visit if you haven't been before. I'll, no doubt, be back.
One of the best places to eat if you have a Gluten intolerance or are Coeliac. Found this place on Google when passing through Harrogate as some reviews mentioned it had a gluten free menu but we weren't prepared for how much choice we would have. There is a full size Coeliac safe menu as nothing containing gluten goes into their fryers so from the fries to the fried chicken and onion rings, all are Gluten Free and safe for Coeliacs as the entire menu is designed to be Gluten free. We had an amazing meal which tasted like normal food. Our waitress was very knowledgeable and would check with the chefs about and extra requirements. We will definitely be heading back when over that way.
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