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The Durham Ox, Crayke in North Yorkshire - The Durham OX, Crayke, York, North Yorkshire

The Durham OX, Crayke

4.7
4.7
1347 Reviews
£41 and over
Gastro Pub

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood 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
  • Area
    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

Menu

The Durham OX, Crayke's menu was last updated 2022-02-01.

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What 1,347 people are saying

The Durham OX, Crayke reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • North Yorkshire

    Best Overall

  • North Yorkshire

    Best Food

  • North Yorkshire

    Best Ambience

  • North Yorkshire

    Child-friendly

  • North Yorkshire

    Healthy

  • North Yorkshire

    Great for fine wines

  • North Yorkshire

    Good for special occasions

  • North Yorkshire

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
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."
1,347 Reviews

  1. Laura

    Yorkshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day 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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  2. Claire

    Manchester5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 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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  3. Sally

    Devon2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 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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  4. Mathew

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 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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  5. Caroline

    Yorkshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    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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  6. Ian

    Yorkshire8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    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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  7. Paul

    Yorkshire47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 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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  8. Henry

    Yorkshire3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 16 March 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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  9. Raymond

    Yorkshire4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 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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  10. Alex

    Liverpool2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Surf and turf platter was very beige, really nice but only a salad garnish…maybe through in an option to add some greens, mushrooms, tomatoes etc. Service was good but no one checked to see if our main meal was alright.

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The Durham OX, Crayke is rated 4.7 stars by 1347 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 13 times today
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The Durham Ox, Crayke, York, North Yorkshire YO61 4TE

Additional information

  • Area
    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.
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