The Best Restaurants in Stainland, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom (2025)

Paulicarus fancied a proper Sunday roast dinner so booked a table here. Friends had been before. Sat in what apparently had once been Europe's largest carpet factory. Certainly a huge building. A starter and main for £25. Two lamb and two beef. Good veg selection. We had starters of one wings, one paté and two chose asparagus and sea bass. All excellent. Good service and good wine. No real ale so Paulicarus had a £6.00 pint of lager. Very attentive service.

Good restaurant in Dean Clough mill complex. We called in with no appointment, and there was no problem getting a table. It was a quiet early afternoon. The staff were friendly, welcoming and attentive. The food we chose was tasty and all prepared on site; there was one slight issue with one of our dishes and the staff could not have been more helpful and accommodating in resolving the problem, this was appreciated but not expected from us. True North is definitely worth a visit. It's a quality restaurant serving good quality food; this is our second visit and won't be our last.

Great restaurant, great service, great food. I went with a group of 26 and I couldn't fault the service and food. All was cooked fresh and we were all served quickly and efficiently. Everyone praised the food and they catered for vegetarian and gluten free dishes with no fuss. Sam was great with the pre booking correspondence and helpful on the day. Great menu choices including beer battered fish and chips, falafel burger, chicken tikka skewers, roasted carrots and cous cous, morroccan lamb flatbread, to name just a few. Reasonable price's

My husband and I visited for the first time today having recently moved from Leeds to Halifax. We were hoping to find a new favourite Sunday roast spot, and we certainly have! We both opted for the roast pork belly and agreed it was one of the best roast dinners we've ever had at a restaurant: perfectly cooked pork belly, generous portion size and delicious sides- we both loved the cauliflower cheese. Service was attentive without being too much, and the restaurant's setting in the historic Dean Clough was the cherry on top! We're already planning our next visit, thank you True North :)

Lovely restaurant, with great atmosphere and friendly, welcoming service. The food is gorgeous and beautifully presented, with a nice selection to choose from , that has changed each time I have been so there is always something different to try. Definitely recommend and a great addition to Lindley.

Our first visit and certainly not our last! We came to Sapori to celebrate my birthday with my family and it was excellent. The service was amazing from minute one with the right amount of attention to us and very helpful recommendations with ordering. We had starters and mains. The food portions don’t look huge but honestly they are made with such flavour and richness that it is the perfect amount. I personally had the salmon tortellini and it was beautiful and I believe the ragu was a hit with my parents! My brother hate the Nutella pie dessert which was simply divine. Wine was also pleasantly wonderful which was clearly imported rather than chemicalised British wine (basically, we felt like we were in Italy). And to top it off, we were given free limoncello to celebrate my birthday! Thank you to the Sapori team, we will be back.

This is the first time we have visited Sapori, but definitely not the last. The food was fabulous, tried food not had before and the staff were great, explained everything and answered our questions. Had lobster ravioli with linguine. Fantastic. Will be back soon.

This place is incredible! We have been a couple of times as a larger group and also a couple and every time had amazing service and great food. Every dish has so much attention to detail and awesome flavours, well worth a visit ❤️

This was one of the best restaurants for the most delicious food ever. Our taste buds were dancing. Worth travelling too. Great staff I was given the history of the restaurant. Will definitely book again. Wish there was one in Manchester.x

It has taken almost two years - lockdown and all that - for us to find a restaurant that makes us feel like we have a small part of London in Sowerby Bridge of all places. Great service, ridiculously good taste, and superb quality… 🍱 If I could give this place 6 stars, I would. Ate all the food before we could snap a photograph!! Lovely atmosphere. We sat in front of the kitchen, bit too close to the door, but was interesting to watch the kitchen staff. If I could nick-pick on anything from a business perspective, it would be seeing the cooks browse their mobile phones here and there whilst in between service - but that is being really fussy! We were not offered a wine menu and the paper napkins are a small letdown. But being super fussy as I was so impressed by the place, I want it to be even better! The table staff were excellent. We ordered 10+ dishes for 2 adults and one child. Two drinks each = £90. An absolute bargain. Wish I could have sampled all the plates… I will be coming back many times! (April 2023) Returned again with my 11 year old son for an Easter treat. We love it there. The pork belly, anchovies and chorizo are lovely. The cauliflower dish was lovely - great for vegetarians - but not for me. Heart and Soul (Vocation) on tap 🍺 too. Parking 🅿️ immediately outside if anyone needs to know.

I have eaten here several times now and each time I have enjoyed myself. The food is tremendous and good value. I couldn’t believe the size of the fish I was served- it was ginormous! The staff are always very welcoming, very courteous and polite. Sarah, Jane, Mirella and Molly served us yesterday, with either food or drink. Hats off to the ladies and the chef! I would recommend this pub very highly.

Great food! Lovely friendly staff and great Music on a Friday night. Also the outdoor seating area is brilliant too! What more do you need.

Great food, had a booth wood burger, the Mrs had a lamb burger. Both were well presented and tasted great. Good selection of drinks behind the bar. All staff were excellent, attentive and helpful. It's a lovely pub, some good outdoor seating. Will call again.

Excellent pub. Really cosy and welcoming feel. Staff were good. Food was excellent. Had the duck bon bons to start which had a nice crispy coating and then great duck flavour. The burger was good, maybe a bit less juicy than I’d really like but great flavours and you could tell the chef was preparing everything fresh and with care. The chips were amazing. Crispy and cooked in beef fat so full of flavour. It was busy so definitely book in advance. They also had a live musician start around 6pm which really suited the atmosphere of the pub. It’s not far from the Saddleworth exit on the M62 so defo worth visiting if you’re looking g for a stop off away from a service station.

☎️ Booking: The online booking was easy to do. The website isn’t the easiest to navigate. There are two restaurants on the webpage to the downstairs venue on the street and to the Tapas venue which we booked - this is upstairs above the (old) main shop which I now think has moved a smaller takeaway premises 3 or 4 shop windows adjacent to the building. We booked online, and then I hadn’t realised I booked the wrong day. Thankfully, the restaurant called me up when I thought I was arriving and happily changed to the correct day. Very polite and friendly. Excellent first impression 👌 🚶‍♂️ Arrival: We felt like a spare part as we arrived upstairs, standing by the till. There was no one there to say hello, and welcome us, even though the space was small. Easily fixed with a simple, “Hello. Sorry. One minute and I’ll be with you…” is all it takes to make a customer feel welcome. The restaurant had two busy tables when we arrived (Friday 5PM) and it was full when we left (6.30). 👋🏻 When we were greeted, the waitress ‘waved’ us to the table with a ‘silent hand gesture’ - that way - and we had to find the table ourselves. Again, table service easily fixed with a “Let me show you your table.” It takes 10 seconds. 🪑 Table: We booked a table for three, and we sat on a raised sitting/table area by the window. They have lovely red brickwork, but because it was the winter, there was small bits of unpointed brickwork which let small drafts of cold air through, so it was actually quite cold to sit there. In true Thai style, you have a spoon and fork 🍴 to eat with - no knife - with a napkin. No table sauces sadly. 🍽️ Service: One of the waitresses was fantastic. She made us feel very welcome and talked us through the menu. Nothing was too much trouble. She celebrated each dish and offered recommendations when we needed it. Overall, the table service was excellent but it could be improved by reducing the amount of different waitresses coming to our table asking us the same questions: “Can I take this?” “Are you ready for XYZ?” All very well considered, but easily fixed by the restaurant if assigning one person to a table. 🥘 Food: the food was stunning! It was a great choice, plenty for children to eat, and authentic Thai/spicy quality. It was always interesting to watch the chef cook the food, traditional Thai kitchen with lots of cooks, made in seconds, and delivered in true Tapas style - as and when ready. When the dishes were cooked in the kitchen, wasn’t busy, all the cooks would just simply stand there and chat, which is funny, and if you understand Thai culture, that’s how they do it, but as a business, it’s probably not conducive for productivity. There was one waitress who kept popping behind the kitchen and eating for all to see. Whilst this is harmless, I don’t think it’s hygienic or good for customers to see. The only thing I didn’t like - despite eating them all - was being asked if we wanted some prawn crackers. A small bowl for £2.50 is a steep addition when really these could be complimentary in the grand scheme of things considering how cheap they are to make. However, the food was fantastic. I’ve been to Thailand 🇹🇭 12/15 times and loved the rural culture. It’s probably one of the best restaurants in terms of taste and cuisine we have tried in the area. 🍷 🍺 Drinks: All the usual things on offer; draft beer and spirits. Although my wife was disappointed when they didn’t have Gordons gin in stock. 💰 Value: we left £30 deposit online, which wasn’t itemised on the bill, but we were told (thankfully I asked) that this would only be used if the customer doesn’t turn up and refunded to the bank account. Two adults + one child, we spent £104 on lots ~10 dishes and 3 drinks. Our table was full of dishes; we didn’t finish them all. We were stuffed 😃 and carried 3 dishes home. 🚨 I’m super interested in food and service. I want to see local businesses succeed. Despite my detailed review, this was a great evening/food. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Overall, fantastic food and we will go again!

So I'm about to hit 2 million photo views on Google Maps, very fitting it's here. Great service, great food, highly recommend. Not sure about the random onion ring on my prawns but let's not quibble lol edit 12th May 2023 - another visit, cracking food and service again!

Cafe Thai Tapas offers a unique and delightful dining experience, blending the rich flavors of traditional Thai cuisine with the concept of tapas-style small plates. The menu is a vibrant mix of aromatic curries, flavorful stir-fries, and expertly crafted appetizers, each bursting with fresh ingredients and bold spices. The cozy, inviting ambiance adds to the charm, making it a great spot for both casual meals and special occasions. While the attentive service ensures a memorable meal. Whether you're a Thai food enthusiast or new to the cuisine, Cafe Thai Tapas provides a delicious and satisfying culinary journey.

Went for the first time last night and had a fantastic time what with great food, good value, excellent friendly staff and a nice relaxing atmosphere! Only downside was the Cheesecake was unavailable but I had the chocolate brownie which was delicious! Recommend anyone to visit this little gem of a restaurant!

First time going last night. Was very impressed. The food was very nice and the chef was even happy to accommodate changing some of the menu to get it exactly how I liked which I'm greatful for. The staff were extremely friendly and happy and willing to assist in any way they could. The only gripe I have is by the end of the night around 21:30 it felt like we're being pushed to leave even tho there was a party of 8 or so still behind us far from ready to leave.

Great friendly restaurant. Made welcome from stepping in. Excellent quality food served fresh and piping hot. Good selection on the menu and specials board. Definitely returning very soon 👍🏼

Edit 2024: called in again whilst on holiday and I had an excellent, authentic carbonara. Delicious. Mrs C had the spinach and ricotta ravioli. My first visit here since arriving in holiday. On a busy Thursday evening they managed to squeeze a table of three in. I had the pasta al Forno which was delicious. A couple of glasses of very good sangiovese went down well. As did the complimentary garlic pizza 🍕 which was delicious.

Good food good service. Have been here on a number of occasions and food always good.

Didn't stay at the venue, looks like a lovely place, clean and friendly staff. I was simply passing and visiting for a breakfast.. Wow, it's probably the best full English I've ever had. Thank you, I will be back.

Went to a birthday meal here. The food was lovely, the service was great, the staff were friendly and efficient. I cannot comment on the rooms as we did not stay. Would recommend.

Had a great breakfast here just over a week ago before a trip down to Warwick. All the food was well cooked and portions were large. Lovely service from the young lady on duty. Smart, clean surroundings made it a pleasure to eat here.

We have stopped off for a pint during our hike with the dogs over the Easter Weekend. The staff were super attentive and really welcoming to us and our fur babies 🐾 so we decided to book and have dinner the following evening. We were told we could bring the dogs as well into the bar area for dinner and they can have a doggy dinner! We'll this obviously went down well with not just us but BOTH dogs 😋 .... if I am honest I would of even the doggy dinner myself it looked that good. Myself and my partner had the Sunday Roast ourselves and it did not disappoint! So tasty and delicious Gravy! Hats off to the chef and of course the amazing staff! We will be back! It's not our local area but we house swap with my sister so this will certainly become our regular when visiting! Well worth a visit! Thank you 😃

Best pub in the area! Chloe & the landlady are especially nice! Excited to visit again! The food is amazing, the mussels and the sausage and mash are absolutely fab! Great pub!

Very nice little place. This is somewhere you're not likely to know about unless you know someone who's been or have seen the reviews online as it's tucked away in a lovely quiet location. The menu isn't massive, but there were plenty I could have chosen for all three courses, and a lot of thought had gone into the dishes, it's not just the usual run of the mill pub menu that you seem to get in a lot of places. All food is cooked fresh, and cooked very well, and is very reasonably priced. The service was great too, all the staff were really friendly. Highly recommend.

Love a trip here, the people are welcoming, the food is great, new owners are lovely and it’s so cosy with a log burner for winter and incredible views in summer. Great vegetarian and vegan options too! Would definitely recommend

Easily the best burger place I’ve visited. Not only was the food delicious, the staff and service was amazing too. I was particularly impressed by the wide range of options on the menu, from burgers to grilled chicken and mocktails to croffles… this place really has thought of it all! Will definitely be visiting again and recommending to all friends and family. Keep up the good work! 👍🏼

Omg this place is amazing. Am so happy we finally have a burger place in west vale. Just had a take out from burga-vale and the food is so nice you can get milkshakes, waffles and desserts. am so so happy I love it. The staff are really friendly too. All around A star .

Ordered burgers and fries from Burger Vale on Uber Eats. Delivery was on time, which was definitely a plus. The burgers had good flavor, but they weren’t anything particularly special. They were a bit on the greasy side, and I think they could have used a little more seasoning. The fries, unfortunately, didn’t hold up well during delivery and arrived somewhat soggy; maybe a different packaging would help keep them crispy. Portions were fair for the price, but overall, it felt like a pretty standard burger experience. It’s convenient, but I’d probably only order again if I was really craving a quick, basic burger.

So Beefy I HAD to order another!! I'm not over exaggerating when I say beefy, I'm talking pregnancy cravings of beef that only a freshly butchered cow turned into a burger could satisfy! I'm talking "when was the last time a burger actually tasted like a beef burger" beefy. I'm talking that cow must've been arguing it's whole life it had that much Beef! Out of the small towns around Huddersfield, Halifax, Elland this burger has to be in the top 5 hands down. It is premium product but for some miraculous reason, costs less than £10, less than £8, less than £6!!!! For just £5 Monday - Thursday you can get a double stacked beefy burger and fries for only a single note! But how is it? Food: I began with the Manhattan burger, double patty with a beef rasher like pastrami with a side of...a chicken nashville burger. At that price why not? You get to choose your bun, there are various options but nothing beats the potato brioche, I did go for seeded brioche for the chicken to try. The beef burger, what an unbelievable quality for the price it cost, fresh beef and such a high quality it was practically still Mooing! The vast majority of places use frozen pre made patties, but finally we have a place that gives you damn good quality beef that you actually can taste the quality and freshness. The ghurkins were thick and flavour some, onions soft and as a whole the burger is a soft bite of delicious meat. It did however, for me, miss a bit of oomph in the taste, I mightve wanted some fresh cracked black peppercorn just to spice up the beef patty a bit more but otherwise the taste is safe for anyone to enjoy. The chicken burger, for me, I thought this one felt on par with most places, a soft buttermilk chicken breast burger. The Nashville was fairly standard. If I think about KFC's slightly thicker Nashville sauce on their chunks I wish this burger had that viscosity and deep flavour as it did just feel like plain hot Nashville sauce, I enjoyed it, but it didn't leave me in awe. The bun, the seeded brioche was also a tad hard, i.e the pack had been open a day or two and it didn't share the potato buns soft chewiness. I would like to see more original taste, something unique with a crunchier chicken patty, perhaps double dipped coated with a crunch and fried. The fries, perfect skin on potatoes fries, crunchy and soft in the middle, they had a mild dusting. Oh, and the other burger? I didn't lie, I had to order some more beef and went for the OG at just £4. A single patty beef burger, slightly tangy burga sauce in a soft and warming potato bun. This is ideal for a child, as a man I could've eaten it in 3 bites, but I did savour it, I would recommend getting at least the double OG OG burga, or even the triple liberty. Service: There are a few reviews about service so I will add on this, When I arrived there was a young lad in school uniform with a backpack at the till, but had to get the chef to answer some questions. I would just advise perhaps a pink branded Burga-Vale staff apron uniform to let people know he isn't a school kid who's sunk behind the counter and to run though training on customer scenarios so he's comfortable taking questions about the orders. Some reviews mention unmanned till so I'd suggest a door sounder which notifies downstairs someone has walked into the shop. The chef, very welcoming and was able to explain all the food choices and some recommendations. The food took as long as I'd expect it to, I didn't feel it was long, I wasn't sure if customers grabbed their own napkins or if this was forgotten but I was brought some after finishing the food, mouth and fingers covered in sauce! Atmosphere: Hot pink, 1950's Hollywood American Diner, I think it's quite cool. Surprisingly the diner was fairly quiet being a Wednesday evening 5pm-6pm with an American Western film playing on the screen, I didn't mind it but it felt a cold quiet atmosphere because of it, I'd have played some American hot hits from the 50s-80's to match the theme of the restaurant. Overall 5* food, will return.