Restaurants in Pontefract

Tu's Kitchen

My girlfriend and I dropped in to sample the lovely home cooked Thai food we'd read such great reviews about. What a taste sensation and the owners are friendly and such lovely people. I had the home marinaded pork skewers that were delicious and fell apart, for my main I had the special of the day stir fried pork belly, the belly was beautifully cooked tender and crispy.
My partner had the chicken satay skewers with the incredible home made peanut sauce and her chicken masamun was absolutely packed with flavour and to die for.
Do yourself a favour and try some wonderful home cooking 5?????

The Blue Bell Inn

Had a lovely birthday meal in this lively little pub.
It's not far from the A1 and half way between Nottingham and Bedale so family could all meet up.
Very reasonably priced, tasty, well presented food.
In comfortable surroundings.
Would visit again in the future.

Big Bite's Pizza

Always fresh and always lovely!!! Love the pizzas .. crazy grill box is a good one!!! Salad always fresh too !!! Never waiting long for delivery and so lively in the phone !!! Thank you ?

Cromwells

A lovely old building, tastefully decorated and full of character. Excellent, friendly and professional service. I had the small breakfast and they very kindly allowed me to swap the mushrooms for an extra bacon rasher. Everything was perfectly cooked and the meat was excellent. Definitely somewhere that I shall return to next time I visit my friend.
Paul:-)

Mamma Mia Pontefract

This restaurant is the best kept secret in Pontefract. Staff are super friendly. The food is amazing. The atmosphere is great. And the prices are very reasonable for the quality of the food.

Lanes Ladybalk Fish & Chips

came in yesterday for Cod & Chips twice, no Cod. so wife had Haddock & Chips & I had Battered Sausage and Chips. The Haddock and Sausage tasted as though left in warmer for a while. Batter soggy underneath. Used this place lots of times and allways good but today left disappointed.

Chip Pan

Excellent fish and chips.
Really fresh and cooked to order.
Very generous portions.
Haddock was really fresh and cooked in beef dripping without the skin.
Had a turnover which is basically a Yorkshire fishcake. Two slices of potato with a generous section of fish sandwiched in between then battered .
The service was excellent. Such a friendly couple. Makes you want to return.
Thoroughly recommend to anyone and will return again next time we pass

La Rokka Mediterranean Kitchen

Excellent early tea today at La Rokka. enjoyed the early bird menu which offered a great selection. wonderful service. Staff were very friendly. Highly recommend.

Farmer Copleys

There sausage rolls from the farm shop are amazing you can get them either frozen as a 4 pack or individual ones already cooked, on the pricey side but definitely worth the money.

Bobs Burger and Shakes

Had a great experience at Bob’s Burgers and Shakes! The service was amazing — really friendly and welcoming from the moment we walked in. Everything came out quickly, and you could tell they really care about making customers feel comfortable.

The burgers were absolutely delicious, cooked perfectly and full of flavour. And the shakes? Easily one of the best parts — rich, tasty, and the perfect treat alongside the food.

Overall, loved everything about this place. Great service, great food, and a really good vibe. I’ll definitely be coming back!

The Viceroy Of Hemsworth

Had loads of takeaway meals from here always spot on, been twice to eat in the restaurant and its bang on. The meal we had tonight was lovely, and the staff are brilliant. We live in hemsworth so its sound to have such a great restaurant within walking distance. 100% recommend ?

Busy Bee Cafe

Just been here with my son after a long time of making do at other places whist on the road,and omg this is definitely the place to be for that growling stomach,absolutely perfect lovely staff as well ?

Baden’s Butties

Delicious, substantial butties (I had sausage and egg, my wife a bacon buttie) at good prices and friendly service. Nice little area outside where you can eat. A perfect start to the day before a long drive back to London!

Papa Johns Pizza

I’ve recently been diagnosed with some intolerances that were effecting my health and my first obstacle was met today in ordering a takeaway. I rang around a lot of the big names who offered gluten free and vegan (dairy free) separately but couldn’t be done together? I tried Papa Johns hoping to find something and I did! I rang the Pontefract branch to double check everything and a lovely gentleman answered an reassured me what I was seeing what correct. When I collected my order the same gentleman served me and all I could do was thank him. He told me to always check on the app for the allergen and intolerance markers and to just ring if I ever place an order and want to adjust anything. Lovely service, thank you

Masala Room

Absolutely delicious food we have been customers for over 2 years and have never had a bad order food is always consistent. The lads are always polite and friendly and so is the delivery driver can’t fault them at all its simply the best around wouldn’t go anywhere else !??

Carleton

This has become my new local. The staff are incredibly welcoming. Food is tasty and a good price. Ample drinks on offer. The pub is always bussing no matter the day or time.

New Jade City

Order several times from this place and always come piping hot on time never had a bad word to day about the place, brilliant service from all staff inside the shop and delivery drivers

Ego at The Beverley Arms, Ackworth

We visited Ego at The Beverley Arms, Ackworth for pre-birthday drinks and lunch today and had a lovely experience! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was great, and a special mention goes to Riley, who looked after us so well. Friendly, attentive service really makes all the difference, and Riley helped make our visit extra special. Thank you for a lovely afternoon — we’ll definitely be back!

Gelato Creamery Pontefract

An absolute gem in Pontefract! I’ve worked my way through just about everything on the menu, and I can honestly say it’s worth every single penny. The quality is consistently spot on.

The cookie dough and donuts are an absolute must—proper indulgent treats. The crepes are beautifully done, and the gelato shakes and ice cream are simply top tier. You can really taste the difference.

On top of that, the staff are always warm, welcoming, and genuinely friendly, which makes the whole experience even better.

If you’ve got a sweet tooth, this place is an absolute winner—couldn’t recommend it more!

Pearl Dragon

My usual Chinese takeaway (of 15 years!) was closed so I tried this place. Bloody hell, what a lovely surprise! Delivered in 12 minutes on a Friday night, and the food was fantastic! Hot, delicious and presented beautifully. Highly recommended as clearly the new owners are doing a fantastic job. I will have a really tough choice in the future deciding between my usual or this place...

Pizza & Kebab House

Ordered a regular dona kebab with pita and a portion of kebab meat.
The portion sizes were BIG.
The meat was good but not the best, i would definitely recommend it though.
The one thing that let it down and dropped it a star was the pita bread! The bread came in its own bag and was very dry and hard, im not sure if it was being in the bag that made it dry or if it was stale and maybe out of date but knowing what I know id say it was stale which is a shame.

Noor Spice

Noor spice is Bangin!!
Food was fantastic.. even though it was kebabs, you could tell that a lot of effort went into making a basic fast food item really tasty.
It was delivered hot, and on time.
The delivery staff are always polite and friendly 10/10 can't fault anything.

Sun Sun House

Ordered some food tonight & it was amazing. foot was hot upon arrival, delivery staff was lovely, website easy to order from & customer service on the phone was amazing. waited about an hour for food & it was gorgeous. paid £26 for salt & pepper chicken, salt & pepper chips, spring rolls, prawn toast, king prawn & broccoli well with the money

Crusty Pizzeria

First time ordering recently as we've just moved in and couldn't be bothered to cook after a long day of unpacking and moving furniture.Can I just say, it was incredible. We only ordered one large meal (with a salad included) to share and it was ample for both of us.Really tasty and hot even though it was delivered. (We looked on the map afterwards and realised that it's just down the road - oops, we'll collect in future).Really impressed and I think that we'll be ordering again and again. 10/10.

Shummi Chinese Takeaway

Food is always excellent and it's always nice chatting with the staff, been going frequently for a couple of years and never had an issue. I always pick up so I can't speak for delivery, but I thoroughly recommend Shummi.

Balti Bazaar

Ordered from Balti Bazaar the other night and honestly couldn’t complain. Food turned up on time, nice and hot, and was packaged well so nothing had spilled everywhere.

I went for a chicken balti and it was proper tasty—good flavour, decent bit of spice without being too much. The naan was fresh and soft, definitely one of the better ones I’ve had from a takeaway.

Portions were fair for the price too, left feeling full which is always a good sign. Overall just a really solid takeaway, will definitely be ordering again.

Pizza Milano

Me and my wife's boyfriend really loved the grub especially the juicy piece of broccoli hidden beneath the layer of cheese which is as hard as a tortoises shell???. One time an employee picked a pizza back up off the floor and all the cheese stuck to the floor. He then replaced it with a thick layer of garden mushrooms??

Redchilli takeaway

Amazing customer service, they were keepin in contact with me he whole time and when I sent it to the wrong place the delivered it to me as soon as they could.Couldn't be

The Last Bank

My partner and I came for the bottomless brunch. The service was absolutely excellent, the lovely lady serving us made sure the drinks were flowing in a timely manner and was so friendly! The drinks were made to perfection and the food was to die for! Props to everyone involved! Will absolutely be coming again!

Yummy king

I ordered half and pepper chicken along with a beef fried rice, food tasted amazing as usual as it is my regular order. the beef is tender and the rice is fluffy I would really recommend you trying the fried rice yourself , as for the salt and pepper chicken it was nice and crispy with a lot of flavours. would recommend you coming here

The Shoulder of Mutton

Very welcoming traditional Yorkshire pub with great access to local walks and nature reserve. It's dog friendly with a large outdoor area and a roaring open fire on cold days.

The Cobbler

We visited this pub because of the reviews and we wasn't disappointed. I booked the table because of the reviews and pleased I did. It was a warm bank holiday and busy. Needless to say all the customers there proved we'd chosen the correct place to meet friends. This pub was in the middle of two friends that each travel over 1 hour to meet up. Previously we'd met at a pub in the junction 32 and had been really let down. It's refreshing to find a family run pub with brilliant food. Thank you

The Liquorice Bush

Went into pontefract it was a ghost town nothing hardly open so went into liquorice bush was made very welcome so we had our Sunday lunch what a meal chicken and beef the meat melted in your mouth the yorkshire pud was great everything on the plate was delicious we had the pensioners one and I couldn't eat all mine all for £6 each where can you get that any better thank you liquorice bush you made our miserable day brighter we will be back

The Ponty Tavern

Love the place staff and the regulars are great...the price increase takes the mick though and its shit that dogs aren't allowed anymore... ah well when the sun comes we will find somewhere else to take our furry to sit in the sun drinking all day..

The Maltshovel

good service from start knowing I'm with 4 guy's and so really friendly as well as my partner and then put a song On recommended when there was no DJ. very good costermer service. need more like her.. and I don't go out much but want to with ppl like this girl even dance with me in distant. Very likeable lady x

Fortune House

Have been ordering from here for a couple of years now and it’s always perfect. Never have I ever received the wrong order, food has always been hot and delicious too.

KFC Pontefract - Cornmarket

It was Very busy and had a 10 minute wait. The staff were rushed off their feet they did well to cope. Had a lot of home deliveries which came before the walk in trade, hence the wait.Parking: Disabled parking available.Kid-friendliness: Eating in area upstairsWheelchair accessibility: Small area downstairs.

Robin Hood Inn

Food is not offered here, but . . . the service from staff is amazing, a fabulous night out in a lovely setting and the atmosphere is always wonderful, and the best bit? Dogs are very welcome, I definitely recommend!

Poplar Grove Fisheries

Best fishshop service second to none ,a great pair dickie and zoe alway happy to se you , nobody else could run a shop like these two, they are just brilliant. ×××××

Alleyc'zam Cafe & Bar

Amazing place for any occasion! We had breakfast today and it was suburb quality and excellent value for money! Service was great and really friendly staff who couldn't do enough to ensure our visit was memorable. Will definitely go back for lunch and also a cocktail one evening. Well done Alleyc'zam, you've got it so right, you deserve to do well as you offer the best in the area!

The SPREAD at Darrington

Amazing food with variety of choices for everyone along side the daily special's, and incredible Sunday Roast's! The service is welcoming and homely and the drinks are spot on! Best Staropramen, Guinness and Landlord around. Highly recommend 10/10

Carleton Fisheries

Generous portion for a small portion of chips, lovely chips & the curry sauce was gorgeous! Service excellent! Definitely recommend! Presentation tale out chips was a 10/10!

Church House

Hate karaoke but they have it in the other side now so did not bother me one bit second time I have been in since it has reopened will go again
The staff had really good banter

Hillside Fisheries

I visit my sister in Crofton, Im from Durham and always call at Hillside Fisheries for the best fish chips anywhere. Lovely friendly staff, good prices, what could be better.

Park View Fisheries

Lived in Featherstone all my life and saw the report by Tight Yorkshire Man on FB so decided to give them a go. Can totally say it won't be my last visit absolutely beautiful enjoyed every bit of it Haddock, chips

The Travellers Rest

This is my local pub and the vibes inside are always good can be busy at times but I think that’s a good sign. The prices are reasonable for a pub nowadays and the staff are always friendly and welcoming

CHINO'S Fish Bar

Fish & chips, other foods are always fresh and tasty. Portions are really generous. Friendly staff. The price is considerably cheaper than other shops, compared to Portion size and quality. I definitely recommend ?

Hope & Anchor

Wheelchair accessibility: Very friendly pub with free hot dogs really enjoyable with beer garden and very helpful Staff my first time there and will Definately be going again!!!

The Olde Tavern

Absolutely love The Olde Tavern! The staff are friendly and attentive, and the service is consistently excellent. The menu has a great variety, and everything tastes fresh and flavorful. It’s the kind of place where you feel comfortable relaxing and enjoying your meal. Definitely a local favorite!

Buttys

Took my order 10mins before they opened and I got the large breakfast and it comes with a hit or cold drink. Food was really nice everything cooked right so was a beautiful full English

Hilltop Sandwich Bar

I periodically place a large order for 40+ people, and every time it has been spot on, never a single item is wrong, and always delicious! The staff are pros, providing excellent service and satisfaction always!

DJ's Cafe/Patisserie

Really enjoyed our visit the food was good and so was the service, it was good to get a dressing on the salad not many places do that. I had tuna and cheese toastie on sourdough it was very tasty, we recommend this cafe.

Fish bites

Fantastic service great to chat too really polite and friendly really showed willing to help even tho they are really busy special shoutout to the manager for her service as she seemed stressed juggling many chores.

Bracken Hill Fisheries

Excellent fish and chip shop, very reasonably priced, choice of Cod or slightly cheaper Hake , Various vegetarian options , cooked in palm oil . Can't fault it .

Jolly's

Dont know pontefract all that well, called into this little cafe while there and what a little gem it is. I only had a sausage sandwich, wife had a bacon and brie panini with salad, everything made/cooked fresh and absolutely beautiful. The owners were very nice, noticed a few people coming in that were obviously regular visitors which is also a good sign. Will definitely call in here again on our next visit to Pontefract.

The Broken Bridge

One of the better pubs the service is fast, and very rare for a wetherspoonsbthe food was hot when it arrived. Its well maintained and was decorated for Halloween. Really nice place.

Spoilt 4 Choice

First time ordering here for my lunch.
Jacket Potato Cooked to perfection! Nice quality coleslaw and beans
Next time I’m working in Pontefract I will be back.

Many thanks

The Ancient Borough Arms

The Blue Bell

Absolutely stupendous breakfast. My food came fast and hot and I like that. Everything was cooked to perfection. The beans were the perfect temp unlike the ones I had in a dublin cafe at triple the price but that's a story for another day. The eggs were slayed to perfection. Not too runny not too hard. Not worth the waste of throwing them at my aquintance Joe who occasionally gets egged by his enemies down Cudworth but again that's a story for another day. Thank you for a banging breakfast I cant wait to return same time tomorrow

Station Lane Fisheries

Came last night for the first time, ordered two lightly battered fish, two chips and a curry sauce. The staff were friendly, the chips were the best we've had, fluffy on the inside, still piping hot when we got home. The fish was cooked perfectly, flaky and meaty. Not too greasy either. We'll defo be back.

Pizza Planet

Staff are very polite and friendly and have always asked if we would like donner meat on the mighty meaty pizza which is very nice. Chips are gorgeous. Delivery is spot on. Excellent prices with great deals too,would highly recommend trying.

Khawar Ranch

I've not ordered from khawar ranch for over 25 years and it was just as good as back in the late 90s I ordered the margarita pizza and special kebab both were lovely. I will definitely order again. Delivery was great too

Morrisons Cafe

The only reason for giving it a four was I could t see teaspoons over than that cheerful cafe clean goo do choice of cakes and yummy looking I had Victorian sponge muffin cheaper than other cafes but otherwise brillant

Rajas

I recently dined at this fantastic pizza and burger shop, and I can't say enough good things! The food was absolutely amazing—every bite of the pizza was bursting with flavor, and the burgers were juicy and perfectly cooked. We tried zinger and steak burger. Also tried their perfectly cooked chicken and lamb donor. The atmosphere was incredibly comfortable, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal with family. On top of that, the staff were genuinely kind and attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed. I highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for delicious food and a welcoming vibe. Five stars all the way!

Lotus Garden

Always love coming here, the munch box is my favourite thing to get for when you can’t decide what you fancy as it offers a little bit of everything! Food is always good quality Everytime I’ve been and I will always recommend this takeaway

Pizza Jim

I absolutely love the food from here, always fresh and tasty ?. My absolute favourite takeaway place from burgers to kebabs and pizzas. Keep up the good work guys ?

Gillygate Fisheries

Just ordered a delivery and it was running a bit behind because they were so busy. Busy enough for the owner to be doing deliveries, she was so appologetic it was a bit late, which we were completely fine with but she gave us a free bottle of pop. So appricative plus the bonus of delicious food