Welcome to the award-winning Old Yard Tapas Bar

We are delighted to welcome you to Darlington’s Award-Winning Tapas Bar at The Old Yard.

TripAdvisor Reviews
  • My favourite place in Darlington centre to eat and/or socialise. The food has never, ever failed (and I’ve eaten there over 30 times over the years I reckon) and they constantly up there game by adding new dishes (their fresh fish dishes are absolutely delicious)

    The service and atmosphere can’t be bettered; relaxing, attentive and always upbeat.

    They fully deserve every success they have.

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    Hannah Webb
    12/23/2016
  • Atmosphere is brilliant. And the food is awesome.

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    Stephanie Kingdon
    12/24/2016
  • We had a great meal for my friends birthday last week. So much delicious food I don't know if I could pick a favourite dish. We had an amazing night with lovely service and a lively atmosphere. We will definitely come back, thank you.

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    Rose Grace
    3/31/2018
  • positive review I’d recommend absolutely everything! Always a fabulous atmosphere, excellent range of guest ales, great selection of wine and of course Gin ?We have sampled many dishes on the extensive menu too, especially the vegetarian ones. And the staff... they are fantastic George, James and the team are so accommodating. With all of these wonderful points why wouldn’t we have our wedding party here! Thank you all ???

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    Lynne Pedelty
    11/20/2018
  • Friendly staff and fantastic food never disappoints ?

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    Graham Hardy
    4/29/2019
  • Had a lovely meal here last night. Great selection of tapas. Would highly recommend.

    Jackie Bell Avatar
    Jackie Bell
    12/03/2019
  • My favourite in town ! Great atamosphere and good food . The best pint of San Miguel you will ever have .

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    Mike Stead
    9/18/2016
  • Food was great so was service will be back recommend you try it

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    Kevin Churchman
    10/08/2016
  • If you want tapas this is the must place to go, also live sport and a great selection of drinks

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    Simon Tripp
    7/06/2019
  • Without a doubt the best bar/restaurant in Darlington. Very friendly staff, great food, some very good guest ales, very friendly clientel and a fantastic management team, to ensure you enjoy your time spent there. The only place in town that l would consider eating & drinking in. My few words cannot do the place justice... dont just take my word for it, enjoy the Tapas experience for yourselves. I know you will return again snd again.

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    Paul Cush
    12/04/2013
Google Reviews
  • Had a lovely meal here last night. Great selection of tapas. Would highly recommend.

    Jackie Bell Avatar
    Jackie Bell
    12/03/2019
  • Good food. Good atmosphere. A bit noisy but very good.

    Paul Thompson Avatar
    Paul Thompson
    3/06/2019
  • Friendly service, great food (pleasantly surprised by the eggy bread!). Mixture of Spanish and Greek tapas. Great selection of gins and rums too. Has a laid-back pub atmosphere and also shows sport.

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    Jonathan Anderson
    9/24/2020
  • Haven't been here for a while, still just as good. Had a great lamb gyros and a pint

    Neil Tunstall Avatar
    Neil Tunstall
    4/28/2019
  • Great food, fantastic service. Great place to sit outside on a sunny day and watch the world go by

    Anth Liddle Avatar
    Anth Liddle
    12/10/2018
  • incredible food. very warm atmosphere and great for visiting friends and relatives while in the north east. highly recommend the prawns.

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    joe hopkins
    9/24/2018
  • Mostly go to the Tapas to watch rugby on a Saturday afternoon, with some food. Food is great, beer is great plus an extensive wine and spirits list. Well worth a visit!

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    Ian Morris
    11/03/2018
  • Great place to eat, absolutely delicious fresh food.
    The staff are all friendly and polite, couldn't fault this place and have been many times. You are all doing a good job, keep it up.

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    Sandra buckle
    2/05/2020
  • Had a lovely meal on good Friday really enjoyed it

    Linda Colman Avatar
    Linda Colman
    4/23/2019
  • Lovely selection of freshly cooked Spanish tapas and also some Greek dishes. Well kept Real Ale on tap and good choice of wines. Good atmosphere with friendly staff.

    Patricia Vince Avatar
    Patricia Vince
    11/09/2019

For larger tables and events

Please call: 01325 467 385

Bookings are for restaurant tables only, bar tables are first come, first served. Thanks!