The Narrow Boat — Restaurant in Skipton

We found the Narrow Boat while wandering through Skipton and a very hot Saturday. It offered a shady location but still outside. It was the menu that drew us in, with an eclectic mix of interesting and exciting foods with some pub classics. Although is was almost empty when we arrived it soon filled up and I have to say the quality and friendliness of the staff was a breath of fresh air. We ordered three small plates, plus a bowl of home made chips and a salad, but were amazed at the quality of the food, its carefully arranged plates and its huge generous portions. Everything was excellent and we did not need the salad, which was huge and wonderful, as each small plate came with its own small salad. The chef should be congratulated on a well thought out menu we something for everyone with out being stuck in boring so called classic menus. Definitely a hidden Gem. I only marked the atmosphere low as it was empty when we arrived. Brilliant! Yorkshire portions and prices with exciting...

My reviews are always based on how I see things from a wheelchair perspective hence the loss of one star . The Narrow Boat itself is located up the narrow cobbled Victoria street . Wheelchairs and cobbles do not mix ! I eventually made it to the main door and discovered I couldn’t get in !! The turn into the pub was too small . However the staff were great and allowed us to open the fire door which is wider and leads directly into the building . There is no designated disabled access but room inside to move around . Having found a suitable table and ordered food I the discovered the problems I had getting in were worth it . There were 4 of us and we all ordered a different meal . I am still salivating 24 hours later ! Wonderful meals and great service . The disabled toilet was a bit tight to get in and out of and I had to reverse out . No handle (disability ) type on inside the door .The place itself tho is amazing and a great...

Discovered this unusual pub hidden away in a narrow cobbled lane between the High Street and the canal, and stopped here for lunch. Outside tables are sheltered behind stout pillars. Interior décor is quirky but cosy with a mezzanine floor above the bar. Clean accessible downstairs toilets. Dog friendly. It was Sunday, the Christmas market was on and the pub soon got very busy but table service was quick and the young waiters were friendly and attentive. Fine selection of keg and cask ales and a good choice of gins. The lunch menu was fairly limited: soup, sandwiches and Yorkshire puddings with various fillings plus a festive lunch. Tried the Yorkshire pudding with beef stew and three veg and it was a good choice! Tasty and satisfying, and the meat was lean and tender. Had the trio of ice-cream for dessert, delicious flavours especially the chocolate chip! Overall a pleasant...