I think that that's the best compliment that one could make...the combination of flavours and ingredients is really unique and the meat is cooked to perfection... Moreover, the place is really nice and waiters do not make you feel under pressure (as it happens too often, in my opinion)...you can totally enjoy this great food experience... We'll go there again... More

From arrival to leaving a wonderful experience. This was the sixth visit to the Black Swan and as always not disappointed.We have seen the Banks family receive accolade after accolade in such a short space of time and thoroughly deserve all the praise and pomp they have received so far. To acquire a Michelin Star is just what their food... More

My husband and I stayed here at the end of January for a birthday treat, staying in one of the rooms and sampling the 7 course taster menu. Anne, the owner, was extremely helpful to my husband in the booking process and then when we arrived, suggesting changes to the menu when we booked in (me being pregnant and thus... More

Great service from the staff from when I phoned to ask best way to drive from Leeds due to the snow until we left mid afternoon following a lovely Sunday lunch. I was a little uncertain about eating in the restaurant as we had been in the bar last time and thought the bar might be more relaxed. Not the... More

Visited The Black Swan for a birthday celebration. We were not disappointed the whole experience was faultless and food fantastic staff really friendly. Feel we are really lucky to have such a gem only 30mins away. We will return. More

My husband & I celebrated our Anniversary here in Nov 2011. An absolute gem of a place! I can not praise the service enough; completely wrapped up in each other on our romantic night away the service was very attentive and yet totally unobtrusive. We were not rushed in any way, despite being just in time for our dinner reservation... More

Absolutely stunning experience at oldstead for my mothers birthday last week. Fantastic food. Exactly what you would expect from a Michelin star establishment. Thank you very much More

Sunday lunch after a bracing walk in North Yorkshire, and we were not disappointed at The Black Swan. Good choices on the Sunday Lunch menu, showing innovation and good cooking skills.Will return to try A la Carte. More

what can i say about the black swan me and friend went for lunch sat as we dine at michelin star restaurants as a hobby all over the county the service was just first class from start to finish and the food was just devine and i was very impressed with dining experience and i would highly recommended this place... More