We were on a short break in Thirsk in late September and looked for a pub that did food. We walked into the Black Lion and were immediately given a very friendly welcome by the landlord/owner and the locals already in there. We spotted some people with what looked like nice meals at the back so asked if we could have a drink first and then have something to eat. Of course! was the reply. When I mentioned that the lady in our party needed a bright table because of an eye problem, the locals, immediately, without being asked, got up from a brightly lit round table in the window and guided us to it. Our drinks were delivered to the table as soon as we were ready for another round, and then when...
Booked in for Sunday lunch at 12.30 for four of us, drinks were served promptly and order taken. Approximately 1 hour later lunch was served, topped with an extremely burnt Yorkshire pud. No idea why it took so long as it was just mash, small overcooked roast potatoes, veg and precooked beef. We asked the waiter if it was possible to have the Yorkshires exchanged for ones that were not burnt, he returned with a tray of less burnt ones saying that’s all there was. On further investigation the Yorkshires were frozen on the bottom, a feat in itself to serve burnt Yorkshires that were still frozen, we were told that they would deduct one meal from the bill for the inconvenience. Will not be retu...
Great bar staff, no food, owner MIAish.... Literally 2 hours and we managed to get starters. Gave up after owner staggered over several times and was clearly drunk/high and was difficult to know what he was saying he did offer discount but no mains actually arrived so he cant discount something you dont have. Bar staff were very helpful but clearly overworked when we originally arrived. Horribly let down by kitchen when pub virtually empty after 2 hours. Really disappointed and got a takeaway pizza 2.5hours after arrival
The food was good, but the premises were not good at all. There was a bad smell, like urine and dogs. My wife said the toilets had no hand drying facilities and there were large poo stains on the porcelain. We hoped for a quiet meal, but the other clientele were swearing very loudly, even with children in near proximity. Even the kitchen porter lady was joining in, most unprofessional. I fear we will not visit again, it's just not our scene.
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This is our 3rd time at this pub the black lion (once last holiday and twice this time. Both times we were served by Aiden who couldn’t be more attentive he even remembered our exact order from the week previous. He needs recognition for being the best waiter we have had. Food is delicious and we only wish we had one in Canada!
Wow! What an amazing pub. Really friendly staff. Great beer. Dog friendly and food was delicious. First impression was perhaps the food was a little on the expensive side but oh my gosh. When it arrived it was worth every penny. We’ll done guys. We will definitely be back. Places like this are hard to find.
This has turned out to one of our favourite places to be when we come to Thirsk. Lovely pub, tastefully decorated and very friendly staff. Not at all rowdy and Brando, my favourite friendly big dog and the new puppy are an added treat. Not eaten there but the looks and smells lovely, maybe next time.
Just been here for lunch and wow...had the fish club sandwich and a few pints. The whole experience was exceptional, from the friendly efficient staff to warm welcoming locals I could have had a better experience!
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Very friendly, food and drink excellent . The seafood platter which we shared included 9 different items I highly 8
Lovely friendly staff and pooches. Shame the pub smelt awful and was very dirty. Hygiene a real problem here.
