Address: Neasham Rd, Hurworth Moor, Darlington DL2 1QE, United Kingdom
Phone: +441325389027
Rating: 4.4
based on 163 reviews.
Atmosphere & Ambience
Pros:
"Lovely atmosphere and great service, well recommended and we will certainly be going again."
"A very relaxing atmosphere, cosy and welcoming."
"I love the old world charm of this pub and cozy relaxed atmosphere."
"Social distancing taken seriously, yet such a warm and welcoming feeling was maintained despite this."
"Lovely country pub with open fire."
"Great cozy country pub."
"Lovely interior, I can only imagine how gorgeous it would be on a winters day as well with the fires going."
Cons:
"We didn't feel safe and neither did the table opposite us."
"Having lived this place for a long time have to say sadly that having called in for regular drink we were sitting near people who were vile, using filthy language, loud and obnoxious."
"It was a little quiet for a Saturday night so not much gap between courses but that's just a small issue."
"Only thing we had an issue with was a draughty window and then a draughty door when we moved."
"We actually went and sat in my car to finish our conversation it was so uncomfortable... I won't be back !!!"
"Not covid 19 secure."
"BUT my friend and I were asked over and over again various questions which made us feel as though we were overstaying our welcome."
Service
Pros:
"Usually the staff are well trained to tailor food in the menu to that which the customer will enjoy."
"Table service from Lottie and Lisa was faultless and timely."
"The service was great, didn't have to wait long at all, drinks brought to the table as and when you needed."
"All the staff were really friendly especially our waitress Lisa she was lovely."
"The staff were super pleasant and the food was quick and delicious."
"The service is second to none. To 2 waitresses were brilliant polite and attentive."
"Service was friendly and I look forward to our next reunion later this year at the Towny Owl."
Cons:
"Turned away due to being too busy."
"Very very poor service. Disorganised and chaotic."
"Lovely place and helpful waiting staff but food was cold, we waited over an hour between starter and mains and kids meals were late."
"Check your bill they are good at overcharging."
"Service was slow and portion size was not good."
"We waited a long time between courses and no one checked in to see if meals were ok."
"Table service needed a little more attention. Was never asked if the meal was in order and it was difficult getting waiting on staff to keep an eye on our needs."
Food Quality
Pros:
"The roast dinners are lovely. Lots of meat, veg and potatoes."
"The food, made the trip worthwhile."
"Our meal was excellent, we both had the belly pork, which was cooked to perfection."
"The food is excellent but more than that, the service is outstanding."
"Food is always delicious."
"The food was stunning. Absolutely gorgeous main meals and treated ourselves to a lush desert."
"The food was absolutely delicious and top quality service."
Cons:
"It’s been a while since I was last at the Tawny Owl. The building is currently undergoing a refurbishment but without doubt the investment would be better spent improving the food."
"The beef was very fatty, the veg was undercooked and the roast potatoes and parsnips were rock hard."
"The Cod was tasteless again frozen and chips worst frozen chips I've ever eaten."
"Absolute rubbish!! This place used to be so good & now serves up what I would call 'can't be bothered food' stick it on a plate & hope no one complains."
"Watery cabbage and frozen sprouts which were soggy on the outside and hard in the middle."
"Steaks were 60% fat."
"Meat was terrible, there's a difference between a bit pink and not cooked at all!! Vegetables cold."
Value for Money
Pros:
"With the 50% off main meals voucher you had sent it was great value."
"Valuue for money food."
"Prices are very reasonable, a couple of drinks each along with a main and dessert worked out at around £35 a head."
"Food is always a good quality and at a very reasonable price."
"Fantastic value with first class food."
"Great place to have a lunch, great food and drink with fantastic service. Great value for money."
"Lovely generous portions, delicious food."
Cons:
"Unfortunately I think now that there are a lot of venues close by that have a superior meal quality for a far cheaper price."
"Silly things like being given servings of apple sauce the size of a McDonald's packet ketchup and custard with pudding which again was such a small portion, and the Eton mess was all cream and very little fruit."
"We had burgers with no salad or slaw just so expensive expected more food."
"The only thing I would say is about the prices comparing to portions should be cheaper."
"The amount of topping was shocking for the price of £11.50."
"Food is good but over priced in my opinion."
"Food over priced for what you get, and its not cooked to order."