Spencers Bar & Grill

I can confidently say that Spencers serves one of the finest Sunday roast dinners I’ve ever had. From the moment we arrived, the warm, cozy atmosphere made us feel right at home—exactly what you want for a traditional Sunday meal. The roast itself was flawless. I opted for the roast beef, and it was cooked to perfection: tender, juicy, and full of flavor. The Yorkshire puddings were massive and perfectly crisp on the outside, fluffy on the inside. Each element on the plate—from the golden roast potatoes to the seasonal vegetables—was clearly prepared with care and attention to detail. What really took it over the top was the gravy: rich, velvety, and absolutely delicious. I could have eaten it by the spoonful. My dining companions had the lamb and the vegetarian nut roast, and both were equally impressive. Service was friendly, fast, and genuinely welcoming, which added to the charm of the experience. It felt less like eating out and more like being treated to a lovingly made family meal—only elevated to restaurant-quality standards. If you're a fan of a proper roast, Spencer should be at the top of your list.

The staff are really friendly. The food was served promptly and piping hot. I'd highly recommend starting with a sharing starter as the portions are large. We were the only diners in the dining room and I would be intrigued to visit the restaurant when it has an atmosphere to enjoy. Of all the meals out my party ate during out short break in Pickering, this was by far the best value for money.

Amazing food and great service. Only let.down was no draught Guinness or soft drinks, just cans. Photo is of the Threwle Amigos - chilli, fajitas and topped nachos

We visited spencers bar and grill while we were on holiday in the area. There is plenty of parking available and has a great atmosphere inside. We visited just after 5 pm. on a Wednesday evening, and it was quiet, but after 6 p.m., it did get a lot busier, so I recommend booking in advance. The menu is okay. It doesn't have much available, and you don't have a desert on the menu. You will have to look at the blackboard to see what they have on offer. There are plenty of seating areas we sat in the conservatory over looking the park. There is plenty to do in the garden for children to play on from slides to swings to roundabouts. The only thing I didn't like behind the children's park is a pond with no barrier around pond, so please keep an eye on your children as it's very deep water. I ordered a burger, and my wife ordered a mixed grill. The food was lovely but not the best but the price was very reasonable, better prices than local pubs. My children had pizzas, and they were amazing. I would highly recommend getting pizzas as they are not too big but really tasty.

It was a nice place to eat, with plenty of meat dishes on the menu. Unfortunately not a lot of vegetarian dishes. - Soup and chips. Not too expensive, so good for kids. Big play area outside for the nicer weather days.