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About Crows Nest
Crows Nest is a seafront pub on East Shore Village in Seaham, on the Durham Heritage Coast. It opens daily, and the kitchen serves a menu that runs from pies and burgers to curries and steaks. The Cowboy burger and the sirloin steak sit alongside gammon with chips and peas, and sticky toffee pudding is on the dessert list. The bar pours real ales and wine by the glass, with cappuccino and tea for those who want a hot drink. Quiz nights bring locals through the door, and the pub also hosts charity events and theme parties. Dogs are welcome, so walkers can bring them along. Tables can be booked.
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak, dog friendly area, sticky toffee pudding and gammon with chips.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak, dog friendly area, sticky toffee pudding and gammon with chips.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the friendly, helpful staff, with several describing a warm welcome from the bar and servers who made them feel at home. Food comes close behind, and steak recurs: one diner called a sirloin cooked medium spot on, and another had the best steak in a long time. Others praise the gammon with chips and peas, sticky toffee pudding, chocolate fudge cake and a tikka masala, all described as hot and lovely. Meals are said to arrive quickly, and the toilets are called clean. Dogs are welcomed, and one reviewer noted their dog loved his sausages. The complaints are scattered but specific. One diner's partner called the cowboy burger the worst she had eaten, with two dry patties and bacon like cardboard. Another was put off by the cheese sauce on a Philly cheese steak baguette, one noted tables were slow to be cleared, and the decor is called a little dated. One family describes staff showing their severely autistic grandson his menu choices, which made his meal even better.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the friendly, helpful staff, with several describing a warm welcome from the bar and servers who made them feel at home. Food comes close behind, and steak recurs: one diner called a sirloin cooked medium spot on, and another had the best steak in a long time. Others praise the gammon with chips and peas, sticky toffee pudding, chocolate fudge cake and a tikka masala, all described as hot and lovely. Meals are said to arrive quickly, and the toilets are called clean. Dogs are welcomed, and one reviewer noted their dog loved his sausages. The complaints are scattered but specific. One diner's partner called the cowboy burger the worst she had eaten, with two dry patties and bacon like cardboard. Another was put off by the cheese sauce on a Philly cheese steak baguette, one noted tables were slow to be cleared, and the decor is called a little dated. One family describes staff showing their severely autistic grandson his menu choices, which made his meal even better.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“The service was great. It did take a while to get tables clear but staff were lovely. Food was very nice for 3 of us Would I come again- definitely”
- Google user
“Called in on the off chance, glad we did, assisted with queries by Zena who could not have been more friendly and helpful. The food was lovely good quality, piping hot and tasty. It was not overly busy so we didn't have to wait long for our meals. Compliments to the chef, I had a sirlion steak cooked medium and it was spot on perfectly how it should be. The crows nest is showing it's age a d the decor is a little dated. However, I like cleanliness, friendliness and hot tasty food. Ticked all my boxes, I would go again when in the area.”
- Google user
“Really great service as usual. We were able to book and bring our dog along (he loved his sausages)! Great service, lovely food!”
- Google user
“Every time we visit The Crows Nest, Zena is so welcoming, friendly and genuinely helpful. She makes us feel right at home — nothing is too much trouble. A real credit to the place, we always look forward to seeing her! Highly recommend popping in.”
- Google user
“My wife took our grandson who is severely autistic for a meal he has allergies the staff were great and involved him with his decision on the menu showing him his choices. This made his experience even better. He loves to go to the Crows Nest for tea. Zena was lovely with us both and very helpful and understanding.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“The Crow’s Nest in Seaham is a lovely seafront pub located on the spectacular Durham Heritage Coast. We do excellent real ales, great pub food, and good times! Come in with friends or family any day of the week. Food is served daily, from a menu that has everything from pies and burgers to curries and steaks. When the sun’s out, hit the deck. Step onto the patio, find a table or grab one of our covered booths and breathe in the sea air. There’s a lot going on inside the pub as well. Quiz nights are always lively, and everyone in the community comes in for charity events, theme parties, and fun days. What can we get you? Plus, you can now order at Amazon and pick up here!”
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Bars near Crows Nest
- Oak Tree Farm - Farmhouse Inns4.33,4774 miWheelchair accessible
carvery lunch, gluten free menu, vegan options
- The Cooper Rose4.03,0634.5 miWheelchair accessible
roof terrace, app ordering delays, cheap drinks
- Chesters4.21,5834.8 miReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
private car park fines, real hand pulled ales, carvery
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crows NestWheelchair accessible | 4.42,485 | — | steak, dog friendly area, sticky toffee pudding |
| Oak Tree Farm - Farmhouse InnsWheelchair accessible | 4.33,477 | 4 mi | carvery lunch, gluten free menu, vegan options |
| The Cooper RoseWheelchair accessible | 4.03,063 | 4.5 mi | roof terrace, app ordering delays, cheap drinks |
| ChestersReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.21,583 | 4.8 mi | private car park fines, real hand pulled ales, carvery |
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