Location: Pontefract
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Top 10 restaurants in Pontefract, United Kingdom (UK)
Pontefract is a historic market town in West Yorkshire, England, near the A1 (or Great North Road) and the M62 motorway. Historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, it is one of the five towns in the metropolitan borough of the City of Wakefield and has a population of 28,250, increasing to 30,881 at the 2011 Census. Pontefract's motto is Post mortem patris pro filio, Latin for "After the death of the father, support the son", a reference to English Civil War Royalist sympathies.
Things to do in Pontefract
1. Ask Italian - Castleford
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 308 reviews
ASK Italian in Castleford is a place for great food and warm service. Think fresh bread made to tear and share. A glass of fine wine worth deserving of your time. Delicious main dishes prepared the traditional way. Everything we know and love about Italian food is served straight to your table. Take a look at our Castleford menu and, if you like what you see, book a table.
Reviewed By ThomasLawrieClark - Leeds, United Kingdom
Service was appalling. What was supposed to be a quick dinner with family turned into over 3 hours. By the time our food arrived we’d forgotten what we ordered. Our meals arrived at different times meaning some of us finished before other dishes had arrived otherwise would have all gone cold. Food average at best. Very disappointed as had to keep chasing and asking for service. Don’t understand really as the restaurant wasn’t even that busy. Avoid if you’re in a rush.
2. Mamma Mia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 189 reviews
Reviewed By NikkiFoster1976 - Church Fenton, United Kingdom
We came as a group of 6 spanning 3 generations.
This family run restaurant were welcoming from the start. They drink and food choices were amazing. They even shelled my prawns for me on the king prawn starter (which was amazing)!
Would highly recommend the steak tagliatelle. It’s a cliche to suggest pizza but they do them so well!
We had a lovely evening - just what we all needed.
My only criticism if I had to put one was that it was a tad chilly in there - so wear a jumper! But the warmth of the staff made up for it.
3. Thaal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 184 reviews
Reviewed By eddie w - South Milford, United Kingdom
All the old favourites, plus the mid-week specials, and cool new stuff.
Best fish curries you'll ever get this far away from the sea, plus local venison. Amrtisari murgh to die for.
Staff are great... Don't be shy ... if you want something spiced up/down, just ask.
Best eats in the area.
4. Cromwell's Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 98 reviews
Reviewed By Neil G - Pontefract, United Kingdom
This small local cafe hidden away down a side alley from main pedestrian zone is a treat to visit. Very period décor with great food served by great staff. I would highly recommend a breakfast there or a cuppa with a piece of one of...MoreMany thanks Neil Glad you enjoyed your visit hope to see you again soon
5. Kings Croft Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 346 reviews
Reviewed By Castigerowen
Had a nice afternoon tea in the King Henry VIII bar and brasserie.
It was lovely mini cakes were amazing the scones were a little bit boring we find that other places have a selection of variety (Date and Walnut, Plain, Fruit etc) and their wasn’t enough sandwiches.
However what we had was lovely and you can add a glass of Prosecco which was lovely not sure of the brand they use but I must say one of the best tasting glasses of Prosecco I have had light and fruity and chilled very good.
All in all a 4 our of 5 because of the bits missing mentioned above.
6. Birchwood Farm
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 886 reviews
New pub built last 6 months
Reviewed By Jodie W
Gorgeous food and lovely staff, been a few times but last time I went in February I was served by a young woman called Kayley I think it was, she was lovely! Absolute treasure to have serving us, would 100% recommend this place and the lady working there! Lovely all around.
7. The Brown Cow
Overall Ratings
4 based on 163 reviews
Reviewed By shaunsouthern - Oswestry, England
We took my wifes parents and my Mum out for dinner at the Brown Cow. There was a huge menu on the board but a more limited one for Sunday lunch, buit still plenty of choice. We had a Turkey roast, beef roast, gammon roast and mushroom roast, all with huge yokshire puddings, veg and gravy. My Mum had prawn cocktail and soup. Excellent price, loads of meat (and mushroom) piping hot and a good bottle of house red to wash it down. Normally I dont like Yorkshire puddings, but these were cooked very well (some might say on the edge of burnt, but they tasted great) and I couldnt get enough of them. Friendly staff, excellent Sunday lunch.
8. DJs Cafe
Overall Ratings
5 based on 127 reviews
We are a small, friendly, American diner style cafe serving delicious homemade dishes. Our quiches and paninis are renowned in the area as are our fabulous cakes and pastries, all handmade by French owner, Richard. Snacks include bacon and/or sausage sandwiches, fruit teacakes and a fabulous selection of homemade fruit or cheese scones. Our special blend of coffee brings customers from miles around and receives daily compliments from all nationalities. Fancy a cold drink? Why not try our frappes or healthy yet delicious smoothies, the ever popular thick shake (huge choice of flavours - all colour and additive-free) or one of our chocolate bar shakes. All available to take-out also.
Reviewed By 0908267 - London, United Kingdom
This place is a bit off the beaten track, down a side ginel, but it's worth it. Decent tea and coffee and breakfast items in a nice setting.
9. The Moo Cafe at Farmer Copleys
Overall Ratings
4 based on 321 reviews
Reviewed By carol j - Garstang, United Kingdom
Visiting family in Castleford, we went for lunch at Farmer Copley’s. A cheery welcome invited us into a well laid out restaurant where there is an extensive menu to suit all tastes.
The food was quickly prepared, and very soon arrived at the table. The children were provided with activities while we had waited, and couldn’t wait to tuck into their lunch..... the children’s Yorkshire pudding with veg and gravy was a great hit!! The adults tucked into generous helpings of burgers, hog roast Sandwich and sausage and mash, all of which were delicious! . The bill, with drinks, for four adults and two children was £50, and none of us had room to eat anything for Sunday tea!! Superb!
10. Joy Bangla
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By pinkshipleygirl - Kellington, United Kingdom
Absolutely love this fab restaurant, definitely one of the best in Castleford. The staff are so friendly and you are made to feel so welcome. The food is really tasty and they will always advise of what to eat. Look forward to visiting again soon.Thank you pinkshipleygirl (great name), nice to hear you enjoyed or visit and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
