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1. The Cut & Craft York
4.5
Awesome(863)
Price: Expensive
• British • York
Booked 66 times today
Located in St. Sampsons Square - a historic part of York’s city centre known for selling great meat since the 12th century - The Cut & Craft York is widely considered one of York’s best steak restaurants.Boasting its own in-house master butcher and a signature 10oz Flat Iron steak, this elegant restaurant is stylishly decorated with historic features throughout. Open daily for lunch and dinner, with brunch and roasts on the weekends, it’s centrally located close to the famous mediaeval York Shambles and under the shadow of York Minster. Named 'Restaurant of the Year' at the Yorkshire National Business Hero Awards in 2023 and 2024, The Cut & Craft combines contemporary steak and seafood dishes with a premium list of locally-crafted drinks.
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2. The Star Inn The City
4.5
Awesome(7107)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary British • York
Booked 70 times today
Located in the Old Engine House on the edge of York's Museum Gardens in a riverside setting close to the historic Lendal Bridge, The Star Inn The City has an enviable position, which we aim to match with the best produce God's Own Country has to offer and genuine Yorkshire hospitality for the 'whole package'.We offer an all day menu which can be enjoyed for both lunch and dinner, as well as serving up breakfast Friday to Sunday, and on Sunday's we serve up our famous Sunday roasts between 12-4pm.We pride ourselves on being a a food-led celebration destination, with guests being able to enjoy view of the River Ouse from our Garden Room or outside on our riverside terrace. For more intimate occasions we also offer two exclusive Private Dining rooms for celebrations such as graduations, weddings and birthdays.For more information head to our website, or call one of our friendly members of staff today.
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3. Bettys Café Tea Rooms - York
4.7
Exceptional(903)
Price: Expensive
• Café • York
Booked 45 times today
For over 100 years Bettys has been devoted to lifting spirits with life’s little pleasures; handmade cakes, unique freshly baked products, beautiful Café Tea Rooms, rare and exclusive coffees and teas and continental-inspired menus.There are five Bettys Café Tea Rooms in Yorkshire, each with its own shop where you can walk in and enjoy breakfast, lunch and an afternoon treat.Bettys is famous for afternoon tea, and if you want to experience the finest we offer, you can book a table for our Belmont Room in York or our Imperial Room in Harrogate. You'll be serenaded by our pianist as you enjoy a selection of savouries, indulgent sandwiches, specially selected teas and irresistible dainty cakes and scones.Join us for evening dining Thursday to Saturday, where we bring together elegant surroundings, a refined food and drinks menu. Also, for that extra dash of after-hours elegance, a pianist performs live classical covers of popular contemporary music.
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4. Lucia - York
4.5
Awesome(862)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Harrogate
Booked 73 times today
Lucia York is an all-day restaurant and cocktail bar serving a modern Italian menu feat. homemade pasta, gelato, pizza, pesce & carne dishes seven days a week. Located in the heart of York minutes away from York Minster and The Shambles, this stylish restaurant boasts elegant interiors and an attractive heated outdoor courtyard.Lucia's patisserie is open from 9am every day. The main restaurant opens from 12pm.
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5. York Minster Refectory
4.5
Awesome(657)
Price: Expensive
• British • York
Booked 14 times today
Brasserie style restaurant serving up modern British dishes, offering dine in and takeaway options.
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6. Forest
4.6
Exceptional(240)
Price: Moderate
• British • York
Booked 11 times today
A warm, cosy, relaxed, and rustic restaurant, and THE place to come at any time of the day for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even just a quick drink and a snack. Please note due to our size we are very limited on space for pushchairs and highchairs.
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7. The Ivy St. Helen’s Square
4.5
Awesome(12591)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary British • York
Booked 95 times today
The Ivy St. Helen's Square is located on the eponymous square in the heart of York and will serve all-encompassing, contemporary British menus.
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8. Côte Brasserie - York
4.4
Awesome(125)
Price: Moderate
• French • York
Booked 24 times today
Nestled in the heart of York City Centre, Côte is the perfect destination to enjoy a leisurely lunch, a romantic dinner, or a pre-theatre meal. We're ideally located just a short walk from the iconic York Minster Cathedral, the Grand Opera House and the York Art Gallery. So, whether you're browsing the boutiques or simply enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of York, our restaurant provides a delightful retreat.
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9. Bill's Restaurant & Bar - York
4.6
Exceptional(1806)
Price: Moderate
• British • York
Booked 29 times today
Historic building with colourful interiors you wish that you had in your own house? Check and check - welcome to Bill's restaurant in York! Whether you've just completed one of the city's spooky walking tours or indulged in retail therapy along the medieval Shambles shopping street, Bill's is the perfect stop. We cater to all appetites with a menu that'll have you drooling on sight, with tasty options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. There's space for all, with tables big and small, plus a semi-private dining area for up to 20 people. And if you happen to join us on a weekend, don't miss our bottomless brunch experience - an hour and a half of unlimited cocktails and prosecco!
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10. The Fat Badger York
4.5
Awesome(1439)
Price: Moderate
• British • York
Booked 12 times today
Dine in style in The Fat Badger York with tables to choose from in our restaurant, private dining area or The Fat Badger bar. Or, if you'd like to dine alfresco we have a fantastic outdoor garden adjacent to York's historic city centre walls, overlooking the Minster.With our Head Chef, you'll find delicious, classic British and international cuisine, with daily specials chosen from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Please note bookable tables are inside, all outside tables are on a first-come first-served basis.Dogs are welcome in our Bar area or Garden area (Walk-in only)

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