Popped in on Saturday to book a table for the next day and were greeted with a warm and friendly welcome. Had lunch the next day and were spoiled for the choice and the standard. The kids menu was spot on and the main menu and the specials gave so much choice and made it a tough decision. The meal... More

We used this hotel to break a journey from the north of Scotland to the south of England. We'd never been to Ripon before but relied on the Good Pub Guide which recommended this hotel. It's an old coaching inn in the centre of the small town. Parking at first appeared non-existent but the staff soon directed us to the... More

We spent one day and night in Ripon as a last-minute thing, and tried to book into the Royal Oak, but they were fully booked. Jim, who I spoke to on the phone, told me to call in when we arrived in Ripon and he would help us find somewhere else to stay, which was very kind. We stumbled over... More

Went with friends & family for Sunday lunch celebrating our wedding anniversary. We booked 2 of the meat boards ~ both roast beef in our case, lovely & pink, very tasty! Comes on the carving board surrounded by large home-made Yorkshire puddings. Lots of gravy, roast potatoes & vegetables (could have eaten a few more, very tasty). £10.00 a head... More

Stayed there a while ago and very much want to return. Great location with great pubs near by, the town it's self was great fun. Lovely clean well equipped rooms, great breakfast and an amazing plowmans lunch. More

As I was due to pass through Ripon on the 10th April I checked trip advisor to find a great place to eat. I liked the reviews so chose the Royal Oak. The place had a great ambience for a Tuesday night, the food was simple we had the three course set menu, but it was served beautifully, was well... More

Gotta say, we are not often in Ripon and lately our visits see more vacant shops than we'd like.... Sign of the times sadly. It also means that restaurants, cafe's and tea shops are doing it tough so there are fewer to choose from. The Royal Oak was a, "It's after 2pm, where can we get a lunch?" decision for... More

It was a last min decision to join some friends on a trip,They were staying somewhere else & I am glad our friends hotel was fully booked. The Royal Oak was easy to find, added bonus that they have their own car park. The Gentleman that greeted us on arrival was friendly, courteous & nothing was too much trouble. The... More

Stayed here on a business trip and was delighted that I chose something a little bit more individual (there are only so many premier lodges and holidays inns you can take). The service makes this the place to stay as you feel at ease to come and go as you please but the staff are very helpful and always willing... More