The historic city of York isn’t just the capital of Yorkshire’s foodie scene —it is the north of England’s heart of interdependent dining. Each and every street is lined with boutique bistros and regal restaurants, from the outskirts on Bishopthorpe Road— where you’ll find The Old Liquor Store nestled within the halls of the Old Terry’s Chocolate Factory — all the way to the very centre of the city itself where the iconic Grand and Malmaison hotels sit ready to welcome tourist and residents visitors alike, York is packed to the brim with restaurants to dine for. Read on for our list of the six you can’t afford to miss.
Ate O’Clock, High Ousegate, York. Enquire at 01904 644 080. Nestled down an arched alleyway draped in fairy lights; Ate O’Clock Restaurant is an ideal dining spot no matter the season in York. During darker evenings the alleyway acts as an enchanting escape from the wintery weather, whilst in summer it leads to a tranquil al-fresco dining courtyard.
Thomas Carr @ The Coast Restaurant , Ox Pasture Hall, Scarborough. Enquire at 01723 365 295 Head Chef Carr held a Michellin star at two separate restaurants for seven years between 2016 and 2022 and is looking to earn similar plaudits in Yorkshire. Secure a seat for one of their five or seven course tasting menus— featuring the very best Yorkshire’s magnificent coast has to offer.
Old Liquor Store, Bishopthorpe Road, York. Enquire at 01904 950147. The Old Liquor Store is an Italian-influenced restaurant situated at the epicentre of York’s culinary history. Now under the directorship of Ben Williams, the restaurant boasts one of the city’s very best Sunday Lunch offerings as well as stone-baked pizzettas, excellent antipasti, and more — alongside a delicious range of deli options.
Legacy at The Grand, Station Rise, York. Enquire at 01904 380038. This AA Rosette-awarded fine-dining restaurant offers a range of innovate tasting menus, featuring the finest local produce. Book a seat now for Head Chef Ahmed Abdalla’s Signature Tasting Menu to savour colourful vegetables, tender, locally reared meat and freshly caught fish and seafood.
Chez Mal Brasserie, Malmaison Hotel, Rougier Street, York. Enquire at 01904 946060. Situated just two minutes away from York Station, Malmaison Hotel have transformed the former Aviva offices into a stylish grill restaurant. Once you’ve fulfilled all your dining desires, make sure to head up to the Sora sky bar for a drink where you’ll experience completely unrivalled views of our beautiful city skyline.
The Indian Lounge, Swinegate, York. Enquire at 01904 639918. A curry experience like no other. The Indian Lounge’s friendly service and charming menus are open available and open seven days a week (including bank holidays!), so you can be sure it’s the place to go for all your Indian cuisine needs. From kadhai lamb to the simplest chicken tikka — they’ve got you covered!
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