The Durham OX, Crayke

4.7

1348 Reviews

£41 and over

Gastro Pub

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2 people

Mar 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

The Durham Ox is a family owned traditional village Inn offering friendly and efficient service; showcasing the best of local produce in our menu, as well as stocking an extensive range of wines and cask ales. An award winning traditional pub complete with flag stone floors, exposed beams, oak panelling and roaring fires in winter.
(We have dog friendly tables, but these are limited so please do call us to secure one if your dog is dining with us.)
As well as our extensive restaurant areas, The Durham Ox has several spaces for Private Dining to celebrate any occasion and can seat between 10-85 guests for a formal or informal dinner. For those wishing for over-night accommodation there are five converted farm cottages that provide a peaceful and charming place to stay, the converted Studio Suite located above the pub and a self catered cottage in the village, Ivy Cottage that sleeps up to 6 people.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, British, Steak
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–2:15 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Sun 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
01347 821506
Website
http://www.thedurhamox.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
We embrace the principle of good food, we have always used the freshest and best of ingredients and buy locally wherever possible. Our Menu celebrates a fabulous array of locally sourced meats, vegetables, fresh fish and seafood. <br />
Private party facilities
We have a first floor Private Dining Suite with dining room and sitting room, which can be reserved exclusively for any occasion. Our Private Dining Suite seats up to 22 for a formal sit-down meal. We also have the Ox Barn available from 25 to 80 guests for weddings, dinners, parties, and much more..please contact us if you would like more details.

Location
The Durham Ox, Crayke, York, North Yorkshire YO61 4TE
Neighborhood
York
Parking details
The Durham Ox has a large private car park to the rear of the Inn.
Public transit
We are situated in the historic village of Crayke, less than 30 minutes from York City Centre. Nearest airports are Teeside or Leeds and we are 90 minutes from Manchester. The nearest railway stations are York or Thirsk. There is a good Bus service from Easingwold to York.
Entertainment
The Durham Ox runs a monthly event programme , from Gourmet Dinners, Theatre Productions, Ladies Shopping Evenings to good old fashioned entertainment. Our website has all the details under "Whats on at The Ox".
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,348 people are saying

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

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North Yorkshire
Best Overall
North Yorkshire
Best Food
North Yorkshire
Best Ambiance
North Yorkshire
Kid-friendly
North Yorkshire
Healthy
North Yorkshire
Great for fine wines
North Yorkshire
Good for special occasions
North Yorkshire
Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

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The Durham OX in Crayke is celebrated for its "fabulous food," "great atmosphere," and "excellent service." Many guests highlight its "beautiful setting" and "friendly staff." The restaurant offers a "superb menu" with a "wide choice of specials," making it "perfect for a special occasion." Guests frequently recommend it for its "delicious Sunday lunch" and "wonderful wine list." Despite some minor criticisms, the overall dining experience is "outstanding" and makes it a "restaurant not to be missed."

1,348 Reviews

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Janey
Yorkshire1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
6 of us came for my mum's 81st birthday celebrations. It was a truly outstanding day out. A warm welcome A wide range of delicious food Looked after throughout Food amazing Even got mango homemade free truffles with our coffees All smiles from the bar and staff An amazing birthday treat Thank you we will becoming again
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Laura
Yorkshire1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated the last today of term as a family and invited my son’s friend to join us. We like to eat early which worked well with the Anniversary menu, the food was delicious it’s not the typical set menu. It was good to see other families out together too. I chatted to a beautiful young lady who said it took 45minutes to drive The Durham Ox but it’s absolutely worth it! I second that, thank you to the whole team for taking care of us.
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Claire
Manchester5 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our first visit. Met by friendly staff, food arrived in good time, it wasn't piping hot but it was delicious. Will definitely be returning.
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Sally
Devon2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thoroughly enjoyable - great food, atmosphere and service. A winning combination
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Mathew
London1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First class, as always. The food is really good and arrived quickly.
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Caroline
Yorkshire1 review
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Have always thought that the Durham ox was very expensive however think it was good value for the quality of the food
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Ian
Yorkshire8 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very enjoyable as always good food and wine Good staff all very helpful.
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Paul
Yorkshire47 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have had many family reunions and celebrations over the years at the Ox. The welcome is always friendly and cheerful. The service is spot on, and last night the food was particularly good. Good choice of specials, and the old favourites were on the menu as always. The ambience is warm, and the old building has great character. Extensive quality wine list too. It’s a restaurant not to be missed.
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Henry
Yorkshire3 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Enjoy the fabulous family Sunday lunch. If we had one small criticism, it was the meat didn’t come out of the kitchen as hot as all of the other food served.
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Raymond
Yorkshire4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service superb food 2nd visit in 7 days!!
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The Durham OX, Crayke is rated 4.7 stars by 1348 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Mar 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

The Durham Ox, Crayke, York, North Yorkshire YO61 4TE

Additional information

Neighborhood
York
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–2:15 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Sun 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, British, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
The Durham Ox has a large private car park to the rear of the Inn.
Public transit
We are situated in the historic village of Crayke, less than 30 minutes from York City Centre. Nearest airports are Teeside or Leeds and we are 90 minutes from Manchester. The nearest railway stations are York or Thirsk. There is a good Bus service from Easingwold to York.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
The Durham Ox runs a monthly event programme , from Gourmet Dinners, Theatre Productions, Ladies Shopping Evenings to good old fashioned entertainment. Our website has all the details under "Whats on at The Ox".
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thedurhamox.com/
Phone number
01347 821506
Catering
We embrace the principle of good food, we have always used the freshest and best of ingredients and buy locally wherever possible. Our Menu celebrates a fabulous array of locally sourced meats, vegetables, fresh fish and seafood. <br />
Private party facilities
We have a first floor Private Dining Suite with dining room and sitting room, which can be reserved exclusively for any occasion. Our Private Dining Suite seats up to 22 for a formal sit-down meal. We also have the Ox Barn available from 25 to 80 guests for weddings, dinners, parties, and much more..please contact us if you would like more details.

The Durham OX, Crayke

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