Best Sunday Lunch Restaurants in Ilkley

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BradfordNorth YorkshireWest Yorkshire

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BingleyBradfordHarrogateIlkleyKeighleyLeeds

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1. Forde Ilkley

4.7

Exceptional(89)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Ilkley

Booked 11 times today

Horsforth-born Matt Healy, known from MasterChef: The Professionals, is excited to announce he’s expanding with a new restaurant in Ilkley while continuing his work in Horsforth.Matt’s ‘food to swear by’ brand has become a favourite in the Leeds dining scene, earning recognition with a 2024Michelin Plate for the 3rd consecutive year and a mention in The Good Food Guide. Now, he's bringing the same style of modern British cooking to Ilkley.MasterChef judge Marcus Wareing once described Matt’s sauces as “some of the best he had ever tasted,” and Jay Rayner’s review in The Guardian simply stated, “Bloody hell, that’s good” (though not in those exact words).With this new Ilkley opening, Matt and his experienced team are looking forward to serving up great food and service, both in Ilkley and back home in Horsforth.

A photo of Piccolino - Ilkley restaurant

2. Piccolino - Ilkley

4.6

Exceptional(312)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Bradford

Booked 33 times today

Picturesque Ilkley is a former spa town situated to the South of the Yorkshire Dales. Ilkley is renowned for its fresh air, moorland, and beautiful countryside. However, the town is also the ideal place to relax and treat yourself. There are independent shops selling everything from gifts to vintage clothes and books, along with cosy tearooms and some of Yorkshire’s best restaurants.Piccolino, an authentic Italian Restaurant, is a proud fixture of the Ilkley dining scene. Ideally situated on Brook Street, Piccolino in Ilkley boasts an open kitchen, cocktail bar, and year-round outside terrace with a fully retractable roof, for the ultimate alfresco experience rain or shine!We visit the regions, meet the producers and are committed to sourcing the best quality ingredients. Our passion for provenance is at the forefront of our menu, which incorporates the best and freshest seasonal produce, Italian cheeses, meat and seafood.

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3. Box Tree Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1405)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• British • Ilkley

Booked 1 time today

Please note we now only offer a tasting menu for all reservations.This small renowned restaurant in the heart of Ilkley was founded in 1962. It was the first 2 Michelin Starred restaurant outside of London and for over 60 years has continued to be at the forefront of northern Gastronomy.The modern British menu and extensive wine cellar offer food lovers an unforgettable experience. The kitchens commitment to the best, freshest ingredients, with an emphasis on locally sourced, fresh ingredients from farmers and local suppliers.The Box Tree represents a combination between 21st century efficiency and exquisite good taste. Whilst the kitchen boasts the latest equipment, the restaurant features a collection of art and antiques which define the style and luxury for which the Box Tree is famed.

4. Quinta Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(322)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Ilkley

Booked 1 time today

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5. Red Lion - Main Street

4.0

Excellent(42)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Ilkley

Booked 2 times today

Here at the Red Lion, we pride ourselves on being the very best local that caters for all your needs in a warm and welcoming environment Our friendly staff will ensure the Red Lion feels like your home from home – serving you with our great selection of drinks and delicious food, whilst allowing you to sit back and relax. It really is a pub you’d be proud to call your local. The Red Lion is a place you’re always welcome, whether by yourself, or with friends or family. At the heart of the community in Burley in Wharfedale, it’s everything a village pub should be.

6. Bavette-Leeds

4.9

Exceptional(444)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Leeds

Booked 13 times today

We’re delighted to introduce Bavette. A neighbourhood bistro filled with warm engaging hospitality, with a menu of seasonally led classically driven dishes. We hope to get that balance of generosity and quality right - that juxtaposition of every day special. Bavette is a love letter to our favourite places we’ve been to and been lucky enough to be a part of.Sandy Jarvis and Clément Cousin.

7. The Hawthorn

4.9

Exceptional(1604)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Keighley

Booked 9 times today

The Hawthorn is a Georgian gem in the heart of Haworth, packed full of period features offering a relaxed environment to unwind with friends and family. This warm and appealing gastropub has been renovated throughout to showcase an array of local antiques including a stunning array of Barraclough clocks, homage to John Barraclough himself, Clockmaker to the Brontes, who used to live in this very building in the Georgian era.We serve only food made using the freshest seasonal British produce and our menu changes through the weeks to reflect this. We have a custom-made Josper charcoal grill which is the hottest indoor grill available and used by the best restaurants in the country. Cooking on the Josper ensures none of the natural moisture or flavour escapes from the food, whilst at the same time adding the distinct chargrilled taste.

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8. Escape Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(959)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Leeds

Booked 22 times today

We are proud to welcome you to Escape Restaurant & Bar situated in the heart of Horsforth. The venue offers British and Mediterranean cuisine served in newly refurbished deco, we source local produce to create simple but yet delicious food paired with especially/carefully selected wines. Join us at Escape Restaurant & Bar for pre-dinner drinks and enjoy al fresco dining in the summer months. Whatever it is you want to escape from we got it covered #SometimesYouGottaEscape

9. Forde Horsforth

4.8

Exceptional(701)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Leeds

Booked 10 times today

Horsforth-born Matt Healy, known from MasterChef: The Professionals, has come home to Horsforth!Matt’s ‘food to swear by’ brand has made a real impact on the Leeds dining scene, earning him a 2024 Michelin Plate for the 3rd consecutive year and a mention in The Good Food Guide. His focus on modern British cooking has won over both diners and critics alike.MasterChef judge Marcus Wareing praised Matt’s sauces as “some of the best he had ever tasted,” while Jay Rayner’s Guardian review simply said, “Bloody hell, that’s good”—though not quite in those exact words.With experience working alongside some of the best in the industry, Matt’s bringing together a talented team to deliver excellent food and service right here in Horsforth.

10. The Pepper Mill

4.8

Exceptional(454)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Bingley

Booked 6 times today

Bookings taken for dinner service only. Our Brunch/Lunch service is walk-ins only.*Cosy and intimate casual fine dining restaurant, serving up superb local produce, fine wines, cocktails and delivering great service. Based on Saltaire's bustling main road, it's at the heart of this World Heritage site.Please note, due to the type of building, we are limited with disabled access. We can offer access on the main floor, but our toilet facilities are located on the first floor.

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Louise
Cornwall •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
As ever, excellent service from all the staff and delicious mid week meal.
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Piccolino - IlkleyPrice: Expensive• Italian• Bradford
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4.6
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IanVIP
Yorkshire •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent Sunday lunch! Delicious food and great wine. Always a favourite restaurant as it never disappoints.
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Forde IlkleyPrice: Expensive• British• Ilkley
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4.7
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Caroline
Yorkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great experience, all the team were fantastic, welcoming and gave personal service
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Box Tree RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• British• Ilkley
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4.8
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Cynthia
Hertfordshire •1 review
4.0
Dined on Jun 6, 2025
This was my first visit to Quinta and it was exceptionally quiet on the day we visited for an early dinner The food was fresh, beautifully presented and delicious, I would certainly recommend the lamb We loved the complimentary bread and crisps, all home made I will certainly will go again Thank you
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Quinta RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Ilkley
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4.8
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Susie
Yorkshire •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Apr 20, 2025
Good food, good selection of beers and wine . Not too busy which was nice.
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Red Lion - Main StreetPrice: Moderate• British• Ilkley
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