Leading Restaurants in North Yorkshire

The Devonshire Arms Country House Hotel & Spa, Bolton Abbey, Skipton, North Yorkshire

As the most highly rated restaurant in Yorkshire, with 4 AA Rosettes and a Michelin star; the Burlington is renowned for outstanding award winning food, accompanied by one of... more

Masham, Ripon, North Yorkshire

This imposing ancestral home set in a 200 acre estate is home to Samuel’s fine dining restaurant. Despite the apparent pomp and circumstance, this welcoming establishment... more

No 8 Montpellier Street, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Pared down décor of polished bare floorboards, modern leather chairs, soft lighting, and wall hung art create a sophisticated atmosphere, whilst the serried ranks of sparkling... more

Harome, Helmsley, North Yorkshire

This 14th century “longhouse” has been one of the most successful and lauded gastropubs in the land for more than a decade. In that time the business has grown to encompass... more

16 Westgate, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire

Singer’s restaurant is located in characterful bow windowed house in the heart of Tadcaster. An interior themed on popular music sports simple dark wood tables, named after... more

Prospect Place, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

With its smoky cream walls crowded with art, large central brown leather banquette and polished hard wood floor, Bistro du Vin offers modern European cooking in classic... more

33 Queen Street, Scarborough, North Yorkshire

This award-winning restaurant is located behind the floor to ceiling windows of a classic shop front in the centre of Scarborough. The understated interior with walls lined... more

Oldstead, York, North Yorkshire

A handsome, double bow-fronted 16th century building set amid the beautiful North York Moors. The Black Swan provides a tranquil setting for some superior grub. Inside there’s... more

Marton, Marton-cum-Grafton, York, North Yorkshire

Ye Olde Punchbowl Inn is a traditional country inn with old oak beams, bare floor boards, open fires and low ceilings. An exciting kitchen uses the finest seasonal... more

89 The Mount, York, North Yorkshire

Housed in a converted 19th century orphanage in the Mount area close to York’s historic centre, Bistro du Vin offers modern European cooking in classic Parisian bistro-style... more

East Witton, Leyburn, North Yorkshire

Ivy clings to the ancient stone walls of this traditional flagstone floored Yorkshire gastropub with rooms. Polished mahogany tables, mismatched chairs and antique silver... more

Main Street, Sawdon, North Yorkshire

The Anvil Inn is a country dining pub with two self catering cottages,located in a refurbished 18th century forge. Exposed stone work, a steeply pitched wooden roof, bare... more

Montpellier Gardens, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Located in the upmarket Montpellier Quarter in the centre of Harrogate, this outstanding fish restaurant counts chic boutiques, art galleries and antique shops among its near... more

Skipton, North Yorkshire

This isn't just any old gastropub. Run by Nigel Haworth and Craig Bancroft of Michelin starred-Northcote fame, its the fourth of their Ribble Valley Inns that also includes... more

West Witton, North Yorkshire

A traditional white washed inn houses this award winning restaurant with rooms. Clubby leather sofas and armchairs in front of an inglenook fireplace provide a comfortable... more

Beiderbecke's Hotel, 1/3 The Crescent, Scarborough, North Yorkshire

Brasserie Marmalade's - is, by popular acclaim, one of the best in Scarborough: its cuisine far removed from the institutional fare of their competitors. Situated in the quiet... more

The Old Coach House, Peasholme Green, York, North Yorkshire

Neutral colours and polished floors create an airy atmosphere for this buzzy venue. The kitchen combines the best available local seasonal ingredients with the fine Italian... more

Market Place, Leyburn, North Yorkshire

A characterful stone 17th century building, with ivy creeping over the walls, houses this award winning gastropub. The interior is quintessentially traditional English pub... more

20 St James Square, Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire

Located in this north Yorkshire town’s fine Georgian square, Liz and Chris Astley’s small (it seats 30) semi-formal restaurant is the one locals and those further afield flock... more

Hetton, Skipton, North Yorkshire

The late Denis Watkins helped create what we now know as the gastropub as chef and proprietor of this 18th century North Yorkshire inn. An atmospheric panelled bar gives way... more

Bishopthorpe Road, York, North Yorkshire

Stunning is the word that comes to mind when first viewing this William III country house with its striking antique filled and wood panelled dining room. The bang up to date... more

86 High Street, Skipton, North Yorkshire

Located down a flight of stone steps beneath the hustle and bustle of the High Street, a former prison provides the setting for this intimate bistro. Despite its previous... more

14 Pier Road, Whitby, North Yorkshire

Overlooking the fishing port, the Magpie café is housed in a smart black and white building with stone steps up to the entrance. The dining room, which has a view over the... more

6 West End, Osmotherley, North Yorkshire

An 18th century stone house overlooking the old market cross in the small Yorkshire village of Osmotherly is home to this restaurant with rooms. White washed walls, oak beams,... more

Helmsley, North Yorkshire

The Feversham Arms is a stylish, yet unpretentious country house hotel on the edge of the North Yorkshire moors. Warm earthy tones, cream wood panelling and subtle soft... more

13 Bridge Street, Whitby, North Yorkshire

Rob and Emma Green’s award-winning and eponymous restaurant is located close to the busy fishing harbour. Warm orange textiles, crisp white linen tablecloths and intimate... more

Minster Road, Ripon, North Yorkshire

Wood panelling and an open fire contrast with slick contemporary furniture in the attractive dining room. Locally sourced seasonal ingredients, including meat, game and... more

Ramsgill-in-Nidderdale, Pateley Bridge, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

A large wooden dresser, open fireplace and floorboards covered with rugs give the dining room of this 18th century coaching inn a homely feel. Frances Atkins is one of the... more

Ox Pasture Hall, Lady Ediths Drive, North Yorkshire Moors National Park, Scarborough, North Yorkshire

The Courtyard Restaurant at Ox Pasture Hall Country Hotel is the only restaurant in the Scarborough area and on the Yorkshire coast to be awarded 2 AA Rosettes for culinary... more

Main Street, Brearton, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

A white washed 16th century house is home to this family run village pub and restaurant. Old oak beams, flagstone floors, blazing log fires and comfy leather armchairs create... more

7 Silver Street, Masham, North Yorkshire

Vennells, named after owners Jon and Laura has been highly praised by the critics since opening in 2005. The intimate, thirty cover restaurant is tastefully decked out in... more

Staddlebridge, Northallerton, North Yorkshire

“It’s like a Bordello in here” might be your reaction as you walk into the gilded dining room with its chandeliers, twinkling in the candlelight. Don’t worry, eccentric owners... more

7 Fossgate, York, North Yorkshire

You might expect to find a 'bistro moderne' in Manhattan (where the term originated), less so in the historic city of York. But that's what chef and owner Jeff Baker has... more

Burnsall, Skipton, North Yorkshire

This hotel and restaurant is located in a magnificent Edwardian mansion, perched on a hillside overlooking the Dales. A vibrant and upbeat refurbishment with bold colours and... more

8/10 Princes Square, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Sasso’s is located in an unobtrusive basement in Prince’s Square, Harrogate. Soft tones of taupe and beige, slick pale wood furniture and interesting works of art on the walls... more

Boroughbridge RoadFerrensby, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire

There’s a lot of history associated with this former 18th century coaching inn, and not only because it’s named after a notorious general who fought in the American war of... more

25 Walmgate, York, North Yorkshire

This sister restaurant to the acclaimed Melton's is located in a characterful old 17th century building in the heart of the city. Exposed stonework, bare floor boards,... more

Bolton Abbey, Skipton, North Yorkshire

Located in the award winning Devonshire Arms Hotel on the Bolton Abbey Estate, this brasserie comprises a bright and airy restaurant and bar. White Lloyd Loom chairs, vibrant... more

The Balmoral Hotel, Franklin Mount, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

With its caramel banquettes, exposed brickwork and simply laid polished wood tables, this contemporary hotel brasserie is perfect for a casual lunch or a celebratory dinner. ... more

7 Scarcroft Road, York, North Yorkshire

You can’t help but be lifted by a visit to this excellent neighbourhood restaurant thats been run with caring aplomb by Michael and Lucy Hjort since 1990. The cheery blue... more

Newton on Ouse, York, North Yorkshire

This is no ordinary pub. There's the picturesque setting on the banks of the River Ouse, the inviting open fire and homely scrubbed wooden stools and tables. But more... more