Best British Restaurants in York
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Great place, very popular, definitely worth the drive out of York for the best fish and chips we’ve had in a long time! Forget the Wetherby Whaler and go find this place. Modern, clean dining area, friendly staff, and better toilets than my en-suite. We will definitely be back! More
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Fantastic food, great staff. Fine dinning with a relaxed atmosphere. Perfect More
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It was our first time having afternoon tea, and we couldn’t think of a better place to have it! More
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If you are looking for a romantic place to eat with a feel of being on holiday in Spain or Greece then this is the place to come. The tables are not crammed in even though this a a small restaurant. There was a fire flaming away which gave the room a warm feel. We love the music which is essential for the ambience. The food is amazing, we come back time after time, love it. Our favourite place to eat in York by far. More
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Jus a tad expensive as the Valentine menu was the only one available, the day after Valentines?? More
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Lovely meal yet again,nice ambience, Great food and service,we will be back More
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It’s a shame this was their last serving and I only visited twice before they closed. The food is beautiful. It’s in a lovely rural location. How they manage to do all they do with just the 2 of them is a wonder and a credit to them both. I convinced my husband to try the pork as he gets very upset if the crackling isn’t up to scratch thankfully he was not disappointed!!! Otherwise it would have been a long drive home. My beef Sunday dinner was delicious and the profiterole dessert was spot on! More
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Absolutely wonderful place to celebrate my husbands birthday. Apart from one guest who's whole order was completely forgotten, which was soon rectified. Was another thoroughly enjoyable eating experience. More
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First off the staff are the selling point they are so friendly and know their products and importance of standards. We couldn't pick a starter so had them all with "bits and bobs" option. The steak wasn't the cheapest sirloin I've had but it was probably the best steak I've had in memory. More
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Amazing steaks. Great service. Spent an amazing night More
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Excellent food and service. Lovely place, clean, friendly and had a lovely family atmosphere. Would highly recommend to anyone. Chocolate orange brownie was heaven and not sickly at all. More
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I visited Caesar's last week for a meal and was blown away by the delicious food and excellent service! The waiting staff were really attentive and the food came quickly. The staff were so friendly and we really enjoyed our evening there. The restaurant has a lovely ambience and is right in the heart of York near the Minster. Would recommend!!! More
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Would highly recommend a visit. Food was authentic and very tasty. Great service. Thnk you More
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Great atmosphere, very lovely staff and a really interesting and tasty menu. Id highly recommend it More
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Very friendly welcome and the staff were very attentive in all aspects of the evening. The food was excellent along with a bottle of the house red. More
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Lovely food and great service. Yorkshire food at its best . More
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Small but delicious menu, with vegetarians and vegan catered for. The barman/ waiter was really nice and friendly, gave recommendations as to what to have including their new coconut milk in the coffees. I had a coconut cappuchino which was really good. We got the fried chicken, bacon and waffle (chicken was amazing!) and the cassoulet beans with vegan cheese (didn't taste vegan). Portions are small ish but fairly inexpensive. More
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Fantastic food and friendly staff, really great atmosphere, superb, marvellous, brilliant, relaxing and I could go on for ever. Would highly recommend to everyone. More
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The Durham Ox was extremely warm and inviting, the ambience and decoration was to a high standard. The food was delicious and well presented, service second to none. Made all the better that it was dog friendly and we could take our dog with us More
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Lovely Valentine's menu, great service. I am sure the specials menus they normally do would be excellent value! More
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More than met my expectations. A n ideal lunch for two friends celebrating birthdays. Worth the trip to York. I would have welcomed a more healthy choice at lunch time, hence the 4 not 5 stars. The steak I had was cooked perfectly for me and the dessert was irresistible. The staff were friendly, helpful, efficient and not intrusive. Will definitely be returning in the future. More
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Great pub . Dog friendly and food is excellent . You can’t beat a log fire More
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Loved it! Found by chance using OpenTable. Everything was great... food and service were spot on and the decor was perfect. More
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Have not been to the Castle for a few years and was nice to see how it had changed- for the better. Restaurant now a lovely inviting area. Staff very Good, pleasant and enthusiastic.Top marks for that one. Had Sunday lunch & only gripe was that my other half was not offered a bread roll with his soup. Never had soup without a bread roll. It did come with croutons so was that the substitute?Will come again More
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Eaten here on several occasions Food is always beautiful Large selection of wines Fantastic service Great location overlooking Minster More
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Pleasant evening, with good food and attentive service. We'll be back! More
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Really lovely restaurant, great service, food was really tasty and arrived quickly. More
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Fantastic authentic Nepali food. Will definitely going back More
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After reading the menu on this website we were disappointed to find out that the menu had changed. Therefore had to choose something totally different from what we booked it for and the prices were more expensive. More
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Best Indian food I've ever tasted, great service, good choice of beers, good atmosphere, very relaxing. More
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Great food and service yet again, but the lady behind the bar let's the place down, she had no customer relation skills at all. On arrival we waited at the bar whilst she carried on washing glasses, a friendly "Hi I wont be a moment" would be the way rather than totally ignoring. On leaving we all wished her good night, no response whatsoever. She was also very late sorting our first drinks, much to the annoyance of the waiter. Talking to some of the locals at the bar, they were fed up with her total incompetence, always waiting to be served whilst she fussed about looking busy, but doing very little. She really does let this great establishment down. More
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Me and my fiancée went here for our valentines meal and it was lovely, the staff was very helpful and couldn’t do enough for us the place is small and comfortable I would highly recommend and would come again. More
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My boyfriend and I had a 7pm booking at Missoula Montana for Valentine’s Day, turned up a little early to have a drink beforehand and we were seated already by 6:30pm. The service was absolutely excellent - especially from Lilith. She was very polite and always made sure everything was okay for us. The food was absolutely delicious; service was super quick. Overall would definitely recommend this place to anyone - becoming one of my favourite bars in York! More
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Booked as Star in the City was closed and pleasantly surprised. The place is a bit quirky and the menu has just been revamped to make it easier to follow. We had chicken wings and crab as starters both of which were very good, followed by Hake. Whilst £20 sounds expensive it was a big bit of fish and really tasty. We closed with a cheese board between us which was great. Nice wine and overall great service - would return. More
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We were surprised at finding this value restaurant that provided almost fine dining at a reasonable price. We shall be back ! More
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really fast service, lovely waiters, very tasty thai duck stir fry and enchiladas, nice and calm setting, had a 2 for 1 special so only cost us £20 for two meals and a mango daiquiri - fab value More
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Tried to book a table only 2 options came up for the morning and we wanted lunch so booked the lastest available table which was 11:15. When we arrived at 11:10 we wanted the lunch menu and was told we would have to wait. This should have been explained when booking the table. Only 2 staff serving had to pester to get drinks refilled as waitress didn’t come back to the table. Overall the meal was nice but staff could be more attentive. Telling new customers who arrived to “wait there I will be two minutes” is not good customer service in my opinion. More
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Generally as good as usual, but disappointing that the meat quality in the steak pies was not as good as previously, especially significant as we recommended them to our friends. However we will return. More
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Work Christmas meal, lovely food. Not too noisy and good ambience More
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It’s rather quiet and very limited menu. It’s was all received well by the three of us but nothing to give the wow factor. Overall it’s decent but not fantastic More
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Excellent food. Great choice. Well presented. Definitely worth a visit. More
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Amazing food. Extremely busy Saturday night but still fab service. Value for money, would def recommend More
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Saturday is gin day at the Yorkshire Bar and Grill with a good selection and good value. The food was locally sourced which was a good reason for our visit. The food was good. More
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Pleasant staff and food More
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Offering big flavours and massive choice, the Frankie & Benny's menu is filled with New York and Italian classics. Renowned as a place for families looking for a fun, comforting dining experience, the menu spans from a juicy stateside chicken burger, to classic pasta with succulent Italian meatballs. There is plenty of choice for vegetarian diners and those looking for lighter, healthier dishes, along with an impressive gluten-free menu. From the bar, enjoy a chilled beer, or a piled-high 'freakshake' for an indulgent treat.More
When we arrived, the Principal didn’t have our booking down and looked very concerned, so it wasn’t a very nice welcome. I was told this may be because it was an Opentable booking so be careful of that. We were seated but were put on one of the worst tables, which we felt was due to the booking error, not our fault. We had a lovely glass of champagne and service was very good throughout the food. The sandwiches were dry but the rest was lovely. When we left, we had to get up to pay the bill as all the staff had disappeared. Not the best food and service but was a nice experience More
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Friendly staff and nice ambiance. Hot smoked salmon on bruschetta excellent. Beef main course could have been hotter. More
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Welcome to Adams Bistro, we look forward to serving you.More
This was our third visit in four days while we were holidaying in York. The staff were very friendly and efficient, the service excellent and the quality/presentation of food outstanding. We will definitely return in the future! More
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Entertain your palate at Gourmet Bar. Enjoy a range afternoon tea, simple yet authentic, in a casual setting. More
Entertain your palate at Gourmet Bar. Enjoy a range of local and international cuisine, simple yet authentic, in a casual setting. Whether you want to eat or simply have a drink, our restaurant has that extra something you can only find at Gourmet Bar.More
One of the Best Restaurants in York serving deliciously fresh, local produce, our restaurant is conveniently close to the centre of York.
We source only the best quality ingredients and create dishes that excite with bold flavours and faultless presentation. If you’re looking for places to eat in York where food is locally sourced and restaurant menus change to include the best seasonal dishes, we strongly recommend that you book with us.
For an eclectic mix of flavours and unforgettable dishes, our menu's offer something for everyone and provide a unique dining experience in the heart of our wonderful City.More
Enjoy a Leisurely Lunch with City Cruises York.
A delightful cruise with delicious food aboard the Captain James Cook, sailing regularly from April to September.
Join us for a delightful 1 hour and 30 minute cruise and enjoy a delicious 2 course, plated lunch served on board the Captain James Cook. Your dessert will also be accompanied by a tea or coffee. This cruise sails from our King’s Staith Landing only. Boarding commences at 11:30 a.m., with the buffet style lunch served from 12 Noon.
The cruise will also include relaxing background music whilst you enjoy your lunch, followed by some informative commentary from our local, knowledgeable skipper as the boat turns at Bishopthorpe Palace, the stunning riverside residence of His Grace the Archbishop of York and also as you head back upstream into the city.More
DINING CRUISES
City Cruises York offer a choice of two dining cruises aboard the largest vessel in their fleet, the Captain James Cook. Both cruises sail through the City of York and then downstream to Bishopthorpe Palace, the stunning riverside residence of His Grace the Archbishop of York. Live sightseeing commentary is interspersed with relaxing background music. Both sail daily from April to September.
AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE
A delightful cruise with delicious British traditional Afternoon Tea and refillable tea or coffee.
LUNCH CRUISE
Enjoy a set menu lunch cruise featuring hot main course cooked on board and Chef's choice of dessert with a tea or coffee.More
Fantastic Korean food served with a smile make the effort to climb the stairs More
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Booked a table for a long overdue catch up with my best friend and early birthday treat for myself. Have eaten here twice before and the food is always delicious, freshly cooked and good portion sizes. Waitress was very attentive. Definitely be back., More
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The waitress that served us was really polite and excellent in her service. The food was delicious and enjoyed the experience. Love the concept of cake and coffee deals for person who wanted something small at the end of the meal. Would be nice to provide nuts free cake for this option. The gelato was nice and reminded me of my time in Venice. Lovely place to dine when in York should you fancy Italian cuisine More
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We booked for an 80th birthday dinner and we were not disappointed. We were very well looked after (especially the birthday girl who was given complementary fizz) and the food was wonderful. I liked the small but varied menu which suited all tastes. The food was beautifully cooked and served. The view is amazing and the prices very reasonable. I would certainly go there again when I am visiting York. More
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Really exciting menu that was able to provide a real tasting experience but at a reasonable cost. More
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We sat outside on the raised decking area enjoying the sunshine whilst the kids enjoying playing in the orchard that we overlooked. The food and service was great as always. We love coming to the Dormouse as the staff are very friendly and attentive, and the food is consistently good. More
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Offering big flavours and massive choice, the Frankie & Benny's menu is filled with New York and Italian classics. Renowned as a place for families looking for a fun, comforting dining experience, the menu spans from a juicy stateside chicken burger, to classic pasta with succulent Italian meatballs. There is plenty of choice for vegetarian diners and those looking for lighter, healthier dishes, along with an impressive gluten-free menu. From the bar, enjoy a chilled beer, or a piled-high 'freakshake' for an indulgent treat.More
We enjoy eating at The Three Cups as a family. However on this occasion two of our group chose the chicken with pork option. The chicken and pork were tough and pork left by both people leaving little to eat and the chicken was hard to cut through. We were disappointed as we were treating the family to a birthday celebration. Will definitely come again as one grandson plays football for Stamford Bridge and the Three Cups is nearby the football ground. More
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Famous for their modern take on Mexican food, Chiquito has been serving up great service in a lively setting for over 25 years. Quick, efficient and friendly staff will help you navigate the menu which is packed with authentic dishes from both sides of the border and which captures the essence of Latin cuisine. Whether you like it mild or wild, a range of crowd pleasing offerings includes the likes of sizzling fajitas, stacked burgers, bursting burritos and tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs. The bar hosts a variety of thirst-quenching options including their Famous Margaritas and Classic Cocktails, or a great selection of soft drinks for the designated driver so you can be assured everyone is catered for. For an unforgettable Mexican experience Chiquito has to be the restaurant of choice to get your taste buds dancing!More
Welcome to Harvester - Clifton Moor. Here you will find our famous grills and salads; we serve real food fresh, fun and full of flavour. All of our main meals come with fresh, unlimited salad. You can enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner or order take-away from a family orientated pub restaurant near you.. More
Founded in 1985 by an ex-railwayman with a passion and enthusiasm for all things connected with railways, The Sidings is built around 5 Pullman style railway carriages. These have been developed to create the ultimate railway experience. Part of the carriages have been converted in to a dining area, allowing tables of four to overlook the track. Other carriages at this unique venue have been converted in rooms, allowing guests to stay and enjoy The Sidings overnight.More
A lovely evening with fantastic service. The chef cooks the tasting menu to order so best to avoid nights where they have other offers on (such as Wednesday steak night). The flavours were great. Pork was possibly a touch over cooked but the rest of the meal and flavours made up for it - it certainly didn’t detract. The dessert tray is insane - you won’t walk away hungry! More
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Lots of smiles and patience from all staff who could not do enough to welcome you & help even tho' busy. Coped brilliantly with 7 & 9 yr old grandkids who were very specific & over fiddly about their individual ice cream sundae dessert orders. Experience tells me this is where to take any family where they will be happy - guaranteed. Such good value for money for me , an OAP. More
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One of the most quintessential English traditions enjoyed by many on a relaxing afternoon, is now being served at Middletons. You can indulge in one of our many dining areas including the welcoming lounge, the relaxing and historic Sun Lounge or our main restaurant full of wooden beams from the Sawmill which once was. Whether it's the traditional Afternoon Tea or something a little lighter, you are guaranteed to enjoy with us.More
