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Travellers' Choice2023
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Gastropub
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Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Took the family here for Sunday lunch, always so busy and popular, great food and atmosphere sells itself, always friendly staff , thank youMore

Date of visit: November 2023
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Matt Avery, Owner at The Square and Compass, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Hi Liz, Thank you for taking the time to post such a glowing review & we obviously love the 5* rating. The whole team always reflect on each Sunday service because it is such a key & busy day, so it is awesome for them...More

Reviewed 1 week ago

Absolutely brilliant in every way, staff, food , historic with Atmosphere, log fires , Christmas feel , nicely understated etc👍👍👍More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Matt Avery, Owner at The Square and Compass, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Hello FellowTraveller, Wow, we are all blown away by the positivity of your review... thank you so much. Doruta is a star so it is appreciated that you have mentioned her. I can't tell you how much it means to the team to know the...More

Reviewed 1 week ago

Came across this place yesterday after a walk and had a lovely meal. The two girls serving us couldn’t have gone further to make sure we had a lovely afternoon. Will be back!

Date of visit: November 2023
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Matt Avery, Owner at The Square and Compass, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Hi Lucy, so glad you came across us but more importantly that you enjoyed your time with us. Thank you for the 5* rating & posting a review, it is much appreciated... take care...& maybe see you soon...

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Went for Sunday lunch yesterday as my husband swears it’s the best in Harrogate and as usual we weren’t disappointed!!! Fantastic food cooked by Tim and fellow chefs and wonderful service from start to finish from Ayes! Such a lovely cosy place on a cold...autumn day and such a friendly welcome! Would always highly recommend!More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Matt Avery, Owner at The Square and Compass, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Awesome, thank you so much for such a glowing review and who are we to argue with your husband if he feels we serve up the best Sunday Lunch in the area!! The 5* rating is much appreciated as it helps us in our goal...More

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Amazing place, ideal for a dog friendly country pub friendly atmosphere with amazing food. Prefect escape from Leeds without driving miles and miles.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Matt Avery, Owner at The Square and Compass, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Thank you so much for the 5* rating and the kind words about our food. I hope you saw the dog treats displayed in front of the coffee machine if you had a four legged friend with you when you visited as we feel they...More

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

We’ve been going to the Square and Compass for lunch or dinner several times and it’s always a pleasure. The food is delicious and the service is impeccable! Would highly recommend.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Matt Avery, Owner at The Square and Compass, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Hiya, thank you so much for putting your personal recommendation at the end of your 5* rated review. It goes a long way when others are looking at reviews & they see recommendations from other guests, it makes things more believable in a way. Thank...More

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Excellent food and first class service! Great selection with something for everyone ! We will be back!More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Matt Avery, Owner at The Square and Compass, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Hi, it is always lovely to hear when a guest has enjoyed their experience so much that they publicly say they would return and give us a 5* rating. Both go a long way to convincing others to give us a go, thank you so...More

Reviewed 5 weeks ago via mobile

Really excellent roast beef for Sunday lunch. Great service from Megan who couldn’t do enough to make sure we enjoyed our meal. Highly recommendedMore

Date of visit: October 2023
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Matt Avery, Owner at The Square and Compass, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Hi MarkC, Thank you so much for taking the time to post such a lovely review and for rating your Sunday visit as a 5* one, it is much appreciated. It is also great for Megan to have been highlighted because the team get such...More

Reviewed 24 October 2023

The Coffee and Scones were perfect and the service was great. Lovely pub and the food comes highly recommended. We would definitely recommend…….More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Matt Avery, Owner at The Square and Compass, responded to this reviewResponded 25 October 2023

Hi, thank you so much for posting a review saying you would recommend us, that is so kind. If you don't fancy a scone next time, please try the cake we have on that day as we are constantly changing them and they go equally...More

Reviewed 23 October 2023

As a long standing visitor to the Square and Compass I’m pleased to comment on our dining experience… consistency is returning.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Matt Avery, Owner at The Square and Compass, responded to this reviewResponded 25 October 2023

Hi Mike, thank you so much for posting a 5* rated review, it is appreciated. Consistency is what we are striving to achieve each and every session as you right, consistency ensures that our guests trusts us to keep visiting so it is great to...More

Reviewed 22 October 2023

Great food and great service. Particular praise to our fab waitress Megan who, despite the pub being super busy, was on the ball all the time, making sure our experiebce was ace.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Matt Avery, Owner at The Square and Compass, responded to this reviewResponded 25 October 2023

Deear BGT1975, thank you for such a glowing review and we are all thrilled to know your experience was good enough to rate it as a 5* visit. Thank you also for referencing Megan because it is always great for the team to know they...More

Reviewed 22 October 2023

Called in for a drink, very busy pub with great atmosphere, food looked really good. Will definitely visit again as village pubs with this quality are rare.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Matt Avery, Owner at The Square and Compass, responded to this reviewResponded 25 October 2023

Hiya, it is so great to hear that a visit will have inspired a re-visit from one of our guests. Thank you so much for the 5* rating as well, that is very kind and maybe we'll see you soon so you can try some...More

Reviewed 22 October 2023

Had a lovely Sunday lunch here for the first time, highly recommend! Great vegan Sunday lunch option. The service was great particularly Shannon who was so lovely!More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Matt Avery, Owner at The Square and Compass, responded to this reviewResponded 25 October 2023

Dear MeganC2772, thank you so much for recognising Shannon because the team get such a buzz when this happens as it helps validate the hard work they put in to look after our guests. Being given a 5* rating from you is the icing on...More

Reviewed 21 October 2023

Lovely pub, really cosy and very dog friendly. Even had some little treats. We had so snacks from the menu and they were delicious. Try the frickles!

Date of visit: October 2023
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Matt Avery, Owner at The Square and Compass, responded to this reviewResponded 25 October 2023

Hi, thank you so much for the 5* rating you have very kindly awarded us, it is much appreciated. I am delighted you enjoyed your snacks and we agree, the frickles are very special... thank you again... take care

Reviewed 19 October 2023

We went here as a large group of 10 for a surprise birthday meal. The staff were absolutely fantastic, they had organized a table to seat us all around the corner from the main entrance so we could do the surprise bit properly. As we...were setting up some balloons and banners they were super on it with getting us drinks right away which was very much appreciated. Once we had all arrived we ordered our food which was just beautiful! I had the salt and pepper squid to start, followed by the sausage and mash- both delicious. Everyone's food arrived together and was hot, and there was empty plates all round! 😄 At the end the staff brought out a birthday cake we had brought from home out with candles on, a perfect way to end the evening. Special thank you to Maisie and Megan they were absolutely fantastic.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Matt Avery, Owner at The Square and Compass, responded to this reviewResponded 19 October 2023

Dear Rosie274, Thank you so much for such a glowing review and of course for the 5* rating, both are hugely appreciated. The team at the Square and Compass love doing any type of Celebration so it's lovely to hear that it all went so...More

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Barry H
30 October 2019|
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Response from Samantha R | Property representative |
Dear Barry H - you kind find the latest menus on the pub's website. A range of Specials is also available but these change very regularly.
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Sarzzzzz
26 August 2017|
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Response from Samantha R | Property representative |
Sorry - but we don't offer camping at The Square & Compass in North Rigton, Yorkshire. Perhaps you were interested in a different location? Our sister site offers beautiful B&B rooms (The Castle Inn, Spofforth) but I don't... More
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Will S
24 June 2017|
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Response from Samantha R | Property representative |
Dear Will S - if you have a look at the website (apologies - unable to include a link on this message) you will find a link to the Sunday Menu on the food page. The menu does not include the Specials. These change each week.
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The Square and Compass is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5