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The Go Down Restaurant, York, ENG

The Go Down Restaurant

4.5
4.5
617 Reviews
£25 and under
British
-1.081528 York House, Clifford Street, York, ENG YO1 9RG

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Innovative
Ever since 1995, The Go Down Restaurant has been serving up the finest quality British food to the people in York. Its location in the historic city centre makes it a popular choice among tourists, as well as being a local favourite and the elegant and refined decor provides the perfect backdrop for a special evening out. Begin your meal with some black pudding served with a rich red wine sauce and crispy bacon, or the lightly-battered cod cheeks with lemon puree. Then, move on to some minted lamb rump with redcurrant & mint reduction served on braised lentils, the pan-fried seabass on a mildly curried broth, or one of the many veggie-friendly options like the somerset brie tart with apple chutney. Located inside York House on Clifford Street, The Go Down Restaurant draws in diners from all over the area – book ahead to avoid disappointment!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, European
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 617 people are saying

The Go Down Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5
4.5 based on all time ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

598 Reviews
  1. Gary

    Birmingham2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 23, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent restaurant great food nice location staff were friendly and very professional, only one problem the night we went which was the 23rd of December was the last ,they closing down after 25 years due to health reasons, great loss to York as one of best restaurants,wish them all the best in the future

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  2. Alice VIP

    London19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 20, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great to meet the owner of this fab restaurant. Portions were generous and staff were helpful and really friendly.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Gloucestershire4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on December 14, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We enjoyed a lovely meal in nice surroundings, the staff were friendly and the service very good. We would definitely recommend this restaurant. Thanks.

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  4. ElaineR

    Isle of Wight2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 13, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant is lovely and the food is really good. It was quite noisy but then there was a Christmas party going on. The lady that owns it is very attentive.

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  5. Yorkie

    Yorkshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 13, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was really nice but could been hotter , some parts were hot some luke warm .the xmas pudding was exceptional , and chef came out and poured brandy over it

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  6. HannahC

    Lancashire1 review

    4.0

    Dined on December 7, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Wasn’t enough room between the tables only negative . I wouldn’t go back on a Saturday night as too busy for such a small restaurant. Needs to be bigger !

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  7. CateT

    Yorkshire8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 7, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and wine, discreet and attentive service with a personal touch which is appreciated! Thank you!

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  8. Renee

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 6, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dining in The Go Down Restaurant was an absolutely amazing experience—the service was thoughtful and our food was delicious plus the great ambience too. Overall i would definitely go back again.

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  9. JuneL

    Yorkshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 4, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Booked last minute before going yo GOH to see show. Not been for a number of years were very impressed with service & food will definitely be returning in the near future .

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  10. SusanF

    Yorkshire6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 30, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service as usual, would definitely recommend to family and friends once again.

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FAQs

The Go Down Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 617 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Google Map for The Go Down Restaurant

-1.081528 York House, Clifford Street, York, ENG YO1 9RG

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    York
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Non-Smoking
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