Dun Cow Inn - County Durham

Just spent Valentine with my wife in the Dun Cow Sedgefield. Decided to eat in bar. Quite shocked that they allowed Dogs in on that night, I sat there smelling wet dog all through the meal. Nice Then it got worse when another dog came in and serving staff were patting the dog, then it was licking their hands etc, staff then just went back to bar picked up drinks and delivered to tables. I know the law says dogs are not allowed in food prep areas, however the staff didn’t wash hands then delivery food to tables in bar area. Make up your mind Dun Cow. Dogs are ok in a food area bar or not?? Put a notice on door, so people know rules before they enter pub. Impeccable Pig for me next time

Sunday dinner is second to none lovely staff I had the sirloin really good value for money all ways welcome they must have some of the best staff around very polite and welcoming

We went just before the food was served so waited 10 mins but it was a good job we did as it filled up so quickly! The staff were all so lovely and attentive and the food was amazing one of, if not the best pub meals we’ve ever had! I had the lasagna and my partner had fish and chips and the portions were huge and came quite quickly considering how busy it was. Will definitely be returning

I have only ever left 2 reviews on Tripadvisor in the past 10+ years, however, I feel so disappointed with the meal and customer service which my husband and I experienced this evening that I feel compelled to leave a review. I ordered a lasagne which was so incredibly salty! It got to a point that after each mouthful all I could taste was salt on my lips. I struggled to eat it and managed to eat just under half, I then had to leave the rest. When the table was cleared I asked the waitress if the chef had tasted the lasagne that was being served this evening, I explained that it was incredibly salty which is why I had to leave it. The waitress said she would let the Chef know. When we went to pay, we were charged for the lasagne, my husband asked if they had received the feedback about the lasagne and the barman just smiled and said 'yes '.... no apology or offer of trying to make it right. I am so disappointed and upset with the quality of the food, however, if my feedback/complaint had been dealt with in a professional manner we would visit the Dun Cow again but due to the poor customer service we will not be returning.

Called in on way home today having heard good reports from friends etc. I can confidently say that we we're mightly impressed. A really comfortable and pleasant atmosphere with lovely staff who couldn't do enough for us. We both enjoyed the fantastic burger, with onion rings, cheese and beautiful chips, delicious side salad and the best coleslaw I've ever tasted . Excuse the attached photo, as you can see, it went down rather well. Thank you guys, we'll be back