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The Old Deanery, Ripon, North Yorkshire

The Old Deanery

4.8
4.8
69 Reviews
£41 and over
British

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2 people
23:30
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Dining at The Old Deanery is an immersive experience, and you move through the building as you dine. Arrive into the cosy welcome lounge for pre-dinner drinks; chat, get comfortable, and relax – there will be no classical piano and hushed tones in here! Move through to the bar where you can watch some of the chefs work before they invite you to take your first course. The main event takes place in the restaurant, but forget white tablecloths and stilted service; the food may be formal but the atmosphere is not. Finally, you can retire after dinner to a cosy chair and enjoy a coffee and petits fours. Stay the night and enjoy views of either the lovely garden, or striking Cathedral. Then wake to a home-made breakfast board of granola, yoghurt, continental bites, and cooked goodness: A breakfast with a difference and the best way to sign off your stay.

Additional information

Experiences

  • Breakfast Feast

    £30.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Our AA award winning breakfast concept served in our restaurant Thursday to Saturday. No menus, no hard decisions to make. Just incredible home baked goodies, fresh local continental treats and fresh juice to start. To follow our take on a Full Yorkshire breakfast with our chefs twist on the classic. Come and have breakfast in style and experience this exciting concept by Head Chef Adam Jackson.
    Breakfast Feast photo

  • Tasting Menu £40 Deposit

    £40.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Tasting Menu £90 with a £40 per person pre-paid deposit to secure the booking. Cancellations can be made up to 48hr before the table. If cancelled within the 48hr period the deposit will be lost. Head Chef Adam Jackson's Signature Tasting Menu created with seasonal ingredients from local suppliers. Due to the intricacy of our Tasting Menu and our small kitchen team we will not be able to cater for vegan guests or lactose free diners. All other allergies can be catered for.
    Tasting Menu £40 Deposit photo

  • Sunday Lunch

    £40.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Traditional three course Sunday Lunch created by Chef Adam Jackson.
    Sunday Lunch photo

Menu

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What 69 people are saying

The Old Deanery reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Yorkshire

    Innovative

  • Yorkshire

    Great for fine wines

  • Yorkshire

    Romantic

  • Yorkshire

    British

  • North Yorkshire

    Best Food

  • North Yorkshire

    Innovative

  • North Yorkshire

    Neighbourhood gem

  • North Yorkshire

    Great for fine wines

  • North Yorkshire

    Romantic

  • North Yorkshire

    Good for special occasions

  • North Yorkshire

    British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Old Deanery in Ripon offers an exquisite dining experience with "inventive food, all delicious" and attentive service. Guests rave about the "taster menu" and "exceptional value for money." Nestled beside Ripon Cathedral, the ambiance is both charming and relaxed. A visit promises memorable culinary delights and warm hospitality.

69 Reviews

  1. Steve

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service from friendly staff. Beautiful food and drink, and a pleasurable experience. Would definitely recommend.

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  2. Lesley

    Newcastle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great experience, taster menu was amazing. The service was fantastic from the very start. The first course at the chief counter was a nice touch. Will definitely be back.

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  3. Laura

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had Sunday lunch at the Old Deanery and I cannot fault it. The room we were seated in was full yet I was impressed that it wasn’t overly noisy - I could hold a conversation yet wasn’t bothered by the conversations of others. From the off, the staff were attentive, warm and friendly. I had my baby with me… I was a little reserved about bringing him out for lunch but they made me feel at ease and welcomed him, too. The food was excellent. I think £40 for a set menu of the quality we experienced is exceedingly good value and we’ll be coming back. I also appreciated that this isn’t a “pile it high” style of roast dinner experience. The portions were very generous so you won’t leave hungry, but they were refined… I think this is what sets it apart from other venues. We will definitely be visiting again; and I particularly want to come for breakfast, too!

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  4. Jamie

    Warwickshire3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had sunday lunch. 4 people all really enjoyed it. Restaurant was quiet and warm (only 2 degrees outside ) esp given it was a very okd building. Staff lovely and attentive. My main could have been hotter if I am honest.

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  5. Roger

    Yorkshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Taster menu excellent. Service attentive but not overly so. Excellent evening in a lovely restaurant.

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  6. Ruth

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had Sunday lunch 3 courses menu with parents. Friendly staff, fabulous food and lovely atmosphere, quiet enough to have a conversation but not so quiet it was awkward! They accommodated my mum's dietary requirements even offering smaller portions of each course for her. Will definitely go again!

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  7. Richard

    Yorkshire6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous Sunday lunch again. Excellent in every department. Highly recommended.

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  8. Mike

    London39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional!! In every sense this place is remarkable. The food is fantastic, the staff are fantastic and it’s in Ripon - it doesn’t get better!

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  9. Martyn

    Yorkshire1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The food is simply outstanding and fantastic value for money.Sunday lunch at £40 for 3 coarses is excellent value and probably one of the best Sunday roast I have had. Unfortunately when you arrive it felt very disorganised and very congested with to many chairs and sofas in the lobby.Also tables were been moved while we were eating to create space which is understandable but should have been arranged before paying customers arrived or were eating.Staff need to be dressed in the same clothing attire rather than all wearing different outfits including a scuffy jumper!All in all the food is of the highest quality and would certainly go back....just need to tidy up on the other aspects of a to become a top all-rounded restaurant.

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  10. Georgina

    Yorkshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely atmosphere, delicious food, great friendly staff and the tables were spaced out, not too close together.

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FAQs

The Old Deanery is rated 4.8 stars by 69 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
23:30
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Old Deanery

The Old Deanery, Minster Road, Ripon, North Yorkshire HG4 1QS

Additional information

  • Phone number
    01765 600003
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    British, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Thu–Sat 19:00–21:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Adam Jackson
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