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The Ilkley Cow
The Ilkley Cow Reviews

The Ilkley Cow

British, Steak, European

Dishes priced around£16

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Reviews of The Ilkley Cow (872)

Read what people think about The Ilkley Cow. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about The Ilkley Cow before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about The Ilkley Cow and book a table with confidence!

5.4/6

872 reviews

5.4/6

872 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Good value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Very pleasant
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"Good"
4/6
Rosemary A.5 years ago · 1 review

Had booked for 7.30pm on line and then was rung to ask if we could come earlier.

"Very good"
5/6
David N.5 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food and the service is second to none, just go

"Excellent"
6/6
lynn m.5 years ago · 2 reviews

One of the best steaks ever and a great night at the Ilkley Cow last night. Highly recommend

"Excellent"
6/6
Amy B.5 years ago · 4 reviews

Fantastic visit and food. It has become our favourite restaurant in ilkley

"Excellent"
6/6
Jody E.5 years ago · 3 reviews

Loved the food. Best steak around. Will definitely be back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Jody E.5 years ago · 3 reviews

The steak was cooked to perfection. Amazing food. Weioo definitely be back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Johanna H.5 years ago · 3 reviews

Really good service from the moment we walked in and the food was spot on as always. We will be back 🙂

"Excellent"
6/6
Elise S.5 years ago · 1 review

We both had the Sunday roast with the sirloin of beef, and have no complaints - really really tasty. Would definitely recommend.

"Good"
4/6
Mads T.5 years ago · 1 review

Busy and Buzzy . Service good food only average which was a shame

"Excellent"
6/6
Justin H.5 years ago · 10 reviews

Steak was fantastic and service second to none! Absolutely loved our visit on this occasion, thank you!

"Good"
4/6
Stephen E.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Greeted well , Very nice food in the restaurant ,a little rushed on service for us to finish between courses as we were one of the last groups in the restaurant . Overall a pleasant evening .

"Excellent"
6/6
Peter W.5 years ago · 1 review

Went for a Birthday treat. Excellent Food, friendly and perfect service.

"Excellent"
6/6
Jo C.5 years ago · 1 review

Really nice feel to the place. Can highly recommend the sharing board. Excellent service.

"Awful"
1/6
Michelle N.5 years ago · 1 review

we loved going to this place when it was the moody cow, but visit was very disappointing and we will not be going back. Service was ok at best, had to wait 10 minutes longer for a pint of beer than any of the other drinks, the steaks were ok. The staff were slow and had no control over other diners, there were children running around and playing on empty tables. We will not be returning.

"Good"
4/6
Jen T.5 years ago · 1 review

We have been coming to the Ilkley cow for several years and the food is always excellent. I was disappointed this time to see that the menu has been changed so much, there used to be a wider range of different starters and main courses which is one of the reasons we liked it so much. Now they have moved away from the fajitas and various burgers and other dishes etc to just focus on steak, it’s probably not a place we’ll visit as much as the options are limited if you don’t want an expensive meal. But the steak I did have was excellent and the service was fantastic. I just think bringing back some of the old variety would be good.

"Awful"
1/6
Lynne W.5 years ago · 9 reviews

Unfortunately on this occasion the Sunday lunch was not up to standard. Soggy roast potatoes and Luke warm vegetables. The pork was pink and when returned to warm, it came back looking like it had been placed under the grill. However the waitress was most apologetic. I doubt I will return again

"Very good"
5/6
Rebecca B.5 years ago · 1 review

Thank you for a a lovely evening. Nice relaxed atmosphere accompanied with amazing food and a fab service.

"Excellent"
6/6
Alan W.5 years ago · 1 review

A first visit for us this year and we will definitely be back. Had the chateaubriand for 4 and it was beautiful!! Great value for money especially as it came with 2 bottles of wine. Stunning meal and good value for money. A visit is a must!!!

"Excellent"
6/6
Royce P.5 years ago · 1 review

One of the best ribeyes I’ve had - and I’ve had plenty.

"Excellent"
6/6
Emma S.5 years ago · 6 reviews

Fantastic steaks and brilliant value for money. The staff were attentive without being intrusive, all in all a great experience.

"Excellent"
6/6
Sasha R.5 years ago · 1 review

Great meal. Very good atmosphere, good service and good food.

"Average"
3/6
Justin H.5 years ago · 10 reviews

Usually exceptionally good, but on this occasion I would describe it as only okay! The service was good, but the food was only average on this occasion with the peppercorn sauce served best described as water. I will return, as on previous visits my food has been excellent!

"Excellent"
6/6
Robert H.5 years ago · 1 review

Friendly staff and excellent steaks. We will definitely go again.

"Excellent"
6/6
Craig M.5 years ago · 1 review

Great service, excellent food and great value. We'll definitely be visiting again soon. Such a friendly atmosphere

"Very good"
5/6
Mark K.5 years ago · 3 reviews

Greeted nicely, table hosting good, menu very clear, nice selection. Had the Chateau thingie for 2 @ £60, super piece of meat and great value for money! Recommended wine superb; sides were a delight, staff very friendly. I personally like to enjoy my food once it arrives without too many interruptions from Front of House explaining the transfer of ownership, his past career, humorous anecdotes etc etc. Less is more! An introductory hello, this is whats happened, and a once in the meal "all OK" would suffice. That said, would not hesitate to go again........ onwards and upwards!

"Average"
3/6
Nicholas I.5 years ago · 1 review

It was ok. Ordered the 2 course Sunday lunch not a great deal on my plate or my daughters.plus no couliflower cheese which on the menu said the roast comes with it.

"Excellent"
6/6
Chris M.5 years ago · 1 review

Although quiet on a sunny bank holiday Sunday, the Ilkley Cow was a great choice. The menu looked a bit expensive online but the set menu meal deal was really good value. The starters were very good (calamari and soup), and we all had sirloin beef roast dinner for mains (pink succulent meat, crispy yorkshire puds). And the cheese cake for dessert was really good too. Above all, the service was top notch, very attentive and knowledgeable. Highly recommended.

"Excellent"
6/6
Kathy T.5 years ago · 1 review

My husband and I eat at Ilkley Cow occasionally for our date nights. We always have outstanding dinners here. Sometimes we get the steak, but this time my husband had the Salmon and I had the Lamb, both were excellent. The staff has always been attentive and helpful.

"Excellent"
6/6
Anne M.5 years ago · 1 review

Extremely good value for money, we visited on Sunday and had one of the steaks on steak night.

"Very good"
5/6
Christine G.5 years ago · 3 reviews

.excellent value and service , I will definitely consider returning. .

"Very good"
5/6
Toni N.5 years ago · 1 review

Really great Sunday dinner, one of the best we’ve had in Ilkley!

"Excellent"
6/6
David H.5 years ago · 1 review

Wonderful food & ambiance, we had a great evening. Thank you!

"Very good"
5/6
Nigel C.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Most enjoyable and very good value on the steak deal with wine.

"Very good"
5/6
Justin H.5 years ago · 10 reviews

Consistently good, every time we eat here. Last night they had sold out of our usual choice, which was disappointing. However, the food was very good.

"Very good"
5/6
Lynne T.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Great service and great food, exactly what you want from a steak house

"Very good"
5/6
Bev A.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Another visit for us as food and service is always very good, portions are very generous.

"Very good"
5/6
Lorrainr F.5 years ago · 1 review

Good food, value for money. We had the 2 for £29 steak offer with a bottle of wine. Nice atmosphere and beautiful surroundings being in Ilkley.

"Very good"
5/6
Dave V.5 years ago · 1 review

Great atmosphere with great service, lovely food and wine. Will definitely go back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Mark M.5 years ago · 1 review

Second visit and both times excellent food, friendly service and good atmosphere. Would have no hesitation in recommending you visit soon!

"Excellent"
6/6
Katie G.5 years ago · 7 reviews

Fantastic experience on a midweek lunch. High quality food; steaks, fish ribs and desserts all excellent as well as great service, we’ll be returning.

"Excellent"
6/6
Roger H.5 years ago · 1 review

Excellent service in comfortable surroundings eating super steaks. Highly recommended

"Excellent"
6/6
Lucy S.5 years ago · 1 review

The food was lovely and the staff were very friendly.

"Excellent"
6/6
Samantha W.5 years ago · 4 reviews

We come here for special occasions every once in a while this time was our second wedding anniversary. Saved up a bit of money to come and enjoy a lovely steak and three course meal food outstanding as usual. Definitely be back

"Very good"
5/6
Darren G.5 years ago · 1 review

Excellent service and the food was good, would recommend with 5 stars

"Excellent"
6/6
Rob M.5 years ago · 8 reviews

Excellent service as always. Great food and a great place to meet up with friends in a very relaxed atmosphere. Thank you

"Excellent"
6/6
Louise H.5 years ago · 1 review

Quick service, really clean. Nice food and polite friendly staff

"Excellent"
6/6
Emily W.5 years ago · 25 reviews

We had a lovely waitress that served us and great steak deal!

"Excellent"
6/6
Andrea L.5 years ago · 4 reviews

Excellent as always we had the steak deal and it was cooked to perfection. We will definitely return.

"Excellent"
6/6
Jo M.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent service and food. Couldn’t of asked for more, thank you

"Excellent"
6/6
Samantha W.5 years ago · 4 reviews

Love this restaurant always go back for special occasions. Great food and atmosphere

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