Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Yorkshire

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Updated July 05, 2025

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Empire Cafe

4.9

4.9 (21)

£26 to £40

Café

Leeds

About the restaurant

Bringing a bit of good ol’ Leeds, back to Leeds.

For the morning market workers, the Saturday shoppers, the Nans and the steak fans. For all the hungry tigers who came to town. For walk-ins through the ginnel, and take-outs at the hatch. For candlelit dinners and proper Yorkshire hospitality.

For the very best of Kirkgate’s produce, every day.

Top review

Angus

Dined 1 day ago

Incredible food, the bavette steak and eggs breakfast was amazing. Very friendly staff and an efficient, professional looking kitchen. We will definitely be back, it’s a new city centre fave

Escape Restaurant & Bar

4.8

4.8 (965)

£26 to £40

Mediterranean

Leeds

About the restaurant

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

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Derek

Dined 5 days ago

Really great night food was amazing service was really nice and attentive

The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country Pub

4.7

4.7 (2032)

£25 and under

British

York

About the restaurant

Great food, fine ales, plenty of gin and a friendly atmosphere – what more could you want from a restaurant and country pub! 2024 has seen an extensive £150,000 refurbishment creating a stylish and contemporary restaurant & country pub..

Set in the tiny, picturesque village of Skipwith only ten miles south of York, it is the main destination inn in the area. The delicious created dishes on our menu are locally sourced and reflect the changing seasons, mirroring the wonderful walks to be found through Skipwith Common, right on its doorstep.

The Drovers Arms has already notched up many awards:
🥇WINNER - Visit York Tourism Awards ‘Pub of the Year’ 2020, 2021 & 2022
🥇WINNER - Selby District Business Awards - Leisure & Tourism Business of the Year category 2020 & 2023
🥇WINNER - Welcome to Yorkshire, White Rose Awards ‘Pub of the Year’ 2020
Business Owner Graham Usher who has over 20 years’ experience in some of Yorkshire’s best hotels, are justifiably proud of The Drovers Arms.

Top review

Lucy

Dined 6 days ago

Great food and surroundings, excellent service. Thank you!

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Experience

Yorkshire Afternoon Tea

Shibden Mill Inn

4.7

4.7 (2456)

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

Halifax

About the restaurant

Having always been at the heart of Valley life, the 17th century Shibden Mill Inn was originally a corn and spinning mill, before being converted into a country pub in 1890.

Today’s visitors are welcomed with warm hospitality to enjoy first class dining against an inviting backdrop of open fires, low beamed ceilings and a cosy bar. Eleven individually styled bedrooms make comfortable and luxurious retreats, epitomising boutique country style and featuring lots of thoughtful touches.

And if you can drag yourself away from the Inn, there are wonderful walks from the doorstep and world class attractions within easy reach. For a spot of retail therapy or a cultural fix, Halifax is a 10-minute drive and Leeds is just 30 minutes away.

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Angela

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

Amazing food and wonderful,friendly service. A little pricey and starter portions were quite small, but overall fantastic

Devour

4.7

4.7 (1956)

£26 to £40

Contemporary Italian

Holmfirth

About the restaurant

Nestled in the picturesque and historic Holme Valley; tucked away between ancient woodland and the gentle ebb and flow of the winding River Holme… lies Devour, a stone’s throw away from the cobbled streets of Holmfirth.

“Old School Italia with a little Devour Twist”

We’re located in a beautifully restored former Wood Turning Mill and Dyehouse, with Riverside Garden and Wild Flower Meadow, with decor embracing our post-modern industrial heritage with the warmth and energy of an Italian Piazza.

At Devour it’s simple; Good food, great music, family and friends!

We hope to be your new favourite place!

Top review

Mark

Dined 7 days ago

Excellent food in quality surroundings, staff were great, definitely recommend.

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Experience

Quintessentially English with a Devour Twist

Experience

Sunday Brunch

Salute At The White Swan

4.6

4.6 (1190)

£25 and under

Italian

Leeds

About the restaurant

Salute starts with what Italians are most proud of - fantastic, rustic dishes, using recipes that have been tried, tested and loved! As well as serving exceptional food, we aim to create a neighbourhood venue, inspired by the Italian table where people relax, share, and enjoy each others company.

Please note to book an OUTSIDE table for more 6 guests please call the restaurant.

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Margaret

Dined 5 days ago

Brilliant food, 6 completely empty plates at the end and the same with desserts. Nice and airy with open doors etc. Good service maybe a little bit too long a wait before we were brought the dessert menu but that’s just a minor issue. Food excellent but a little expensive we thought. Overall we would return as the food was so very good, so thank you Salute.

The Star Inn The City

4.5

4.5 (7127)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

York

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Lee

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent food and great service, reasonably priced for such a quality product

York Minster Refectory

4.5

4.5 (662)

£26 to £40

British

York

About the restaurant

Brasserie style restaurant serving up modern British dishes, offering dine in and takeaway options.

Top review

DARRELL

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent food great service, set in great building

Lucia - York

4.5

4.5 (895)

£26 to £40

Italian

Harrogate

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Elaine

Dined 3 days ago

There is a attractive cosy ambience. The outside area is perfect for warm summer days but as it is sheltered it is also good for cooler days as heaters and blankets are provided. The decor is beautiful and the ladies toilets are lovely. The staff are all friendly, attentive and helpful. Most importantly the food was delicious. We had linguine Bolognaise on this occasion.

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Sunday Sharing Roast with Bottomless Drinks

Blue Bell

4.3

4.3 (23)

£25 and under

Pub

Yarm

About the restaurant

Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled in the historic market town of Yarm. Here at The Blue Bell, we are the perfect retreat to sit back, relax and indulge in our delicious food with your favourite drink in hand. As a former coaching inn from the 1700's, the Blue Bell is steeped in original character and boasts the most beautiful beer garden overlooking the River Tees.

Top review

Lucy

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

Had a fantastic night with friends. The food was incredible and service was so friendly and attentive. Gorgeous place. I couldn’t fault it! I will definitely be coming again !

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