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York is one of the most talked about foodie destinations, known for its diverse food and drinks scene. The city is a hot bed for creativity, so be prepared to sample local flavours that can be experienced #onlyinyork. Go on a culinary adventure, with something to suit all palates, from independent restaurants, fine dining to high street favourites. If you’re a lover of street food, don’t miss the Shambles Market and Food Court, where you can try street food from across the globe, with a local, York spin. The city is home to a bustling Craft Beer and Gin scene, so sit back relax and have a drink or two in the beautiful, historic surroundings. Whether it be a 16th century inn or a grand Georgian townhouse. A must see for any foodie is the York Food & Drink Festival, showcasing home grown mouth-watering delights and demonstrations. Once you’ve taken a bite into York’s food scene you’ll want to keep coming back for more truly unique #onlyinyork experiences. Hungry for more inspirational foodie delights? Check out visityork.org/eat-and-drink. Front cover: Hudson's Restaurant at The Grand, York
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ARRAS RESTAURANT Peasholme Green, York YO1 7PW | 01904 633737 | Fully accessible reservations@arrasrestaurant.co.uk | arrasrestaurant.co.uk Arras is an Independent Restaurant run by husband and wife team Adam and Lovaine Humphrey. We offer a tongue in cheek approach to modern British food.
Open: Tues 6-10pm. Wed to Sat 12-2pm , 6-10pm
BARBAKAN 58 Walmgate, York YO1 9TL | 01904 672474 | deli-barbakan.co.uk barbakandeli@yahoo.co.uk | Tw: @theBarbakan | Partly accessible Leading you into a world of Polish cuisine, Barbakan serves carefully crafted dishes that guarantee an authentic taste of the country’s finest foods. Located just minutes from JORVIK Viking Centre and Clifford’s Tower, this is a great place to refuel with something a little different.
Open: See website for details
THE BAR CONVENT LIVING HERITAGE CENTRE 17 Blossom Street, York YO24 1AQ | 01904 643238 | Fully accessible reception@bar-convent.org.uk | bar-convent.org.uk Take afternoon tea in our Secret Garden or chef prepared food in our Café, then explore 300+ years of history: • Inspiring Interactive Exhibition. • 18th century domed chapel and priest hole. • Magnificent Great Parlour. Near the train station and city centre. Open: 10am - 4pm, hot food available until 3pm. Mon - Sat.
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THE BOW ROOM RESTAURANT AT GRAYS COURT Chapter House Street, YO1 7JH | grayscourtyork.com | 01904 612613 enquiries@grayscourtyork.com | Tw: @thebowroom | Not accessible Part of the iconic Grays Court Hotel - our award winning restaurant provides an unparalleled dining experience in the centre of York. Head Chef, Joe Clapham, showcases the best in local produce including herbs, vegetables and fruit from our own kitchen garden. Enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail in the Edwardian library followed by our five or eight course tasting menu.
BREW YORK CRAFT BREWERY AND TAP ROOM Unit 6 Enterprise Complex, Walmgate, York YO1 9TT | 01904 848448 brewyork.co.uk | info@brewyork.co.uk | Partly accessible Central York craft brewery with attached Beer Hall & Tap Room boasting 60 lines of quality beer & cider. The in-house kitchen produces some of the finest burgers and Asian inspired fusion food around.
Open: See website
CÔTE BRASSERIE 49-51 Low Petergate, York YO1 7HT | 01904 639994 cote.co.uk | Fully accessible Just a short walk from the Minster, award-winning Côte offers classic, French brasserie-style dining and is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The monthly-changing weekday lunch and early evening menu offers outstanding value, priced at £11.50 for two courses and £13.50 for three courses.
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DELRIO’S RESTAURANT 10-12 Blossom Street, York YO24 1AE | 01904 622695 info@delriosrestaurant.com | delriosrestaurant.com | Not accessible
Open: Tues - Sat 6 - 10.30pm Closed Sun and Mon
Relax and enjoy home-cooked Italian cuisine with a strong Sardinian influence in this lively family-owned cellar restaurant. Choose from fresh seafood, locally sourced steaks, traditional pizzas, pastas and homemade desserts, complemented by fine wines, cocktails and aperitifs. Enjoy alfresco dining on the Garden Terrace during the summer.
THE IVY BRASSERIE IN THE GRANGE The Grange Hotel, York YO30 6AA | 01904 644744 grangehotel.co.uk/food-drink/the-ivy-restaurant | Fully accessible The Ivy Brasserie can be found in the cellars of The Grange Hotel; a contemporary 2 Rosette eatery serving classic food with a French influence. Our live music nights take place on alternate weeks in The Ivy Brasserie from 7pm.
Open: Mon - Sat: 10am - 11pm, Sun 11am - 11pm
THE GARDEN ROOM Station Road, York YO24 1AA | 01904 653681 | Partly accessible theprincipalhotel.com/york | york@theprincipalhotel.com With views across sweeping manicured lawns all the way to the Minster, The Garden Room is a beautiful setting for afternoon tea. Don’t miss our Twilight Tea a great alternative to the traditional afternoon tea featuring a bramble cocktail or Virgin Blueberry Mojito.
Open: Mon – Sun 8am-10pm
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GALTRES LODGE 54 Low Petergate, York YO1 7HZ | 01904 622478 | Not accessible info@galtreslodgehotel.co.uk | galtreslodgehotel.co.uk Delicious British classics served for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, cooked using the best local ingredients, many from the Shambles market. Fresh scones and cakes baked daily.
Open: See website
GIBSON’S 129 Micklegate, York YO1 6LB | 01904 624478 | info@gibsonsyork.com gibsonsyork.com | F: /gibsonsyork | Tw: @gibsonsyork A BBQ smokehouse with 50% of the menu being vegan may sound like a contradiction but that’s what Gibson’s offer. An independent business, home made & locally sourced where possible. Open: Mon – Thurs 4pm-12midnight, Fri - Sun 12pm-2am Fully accessible
IPPUKU TEA HOUSE 15 Blake Street, York YO1 8QJ | 01904 671 311 ippukuteahouse.com | Partly accessible A modern authentic Japanese Café/Restaurant. Although they specialise in tea, they also serve homemade Japanese food, cocktails, coffee & homemade cakes. Open all week, it is a calm cultural oasis.
Open: See website
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JAMIE'S ITALIAN Lendal Cellars, 26 Lendal, YO1 8AA | 01904 238979 | Fully accessible jamiesitalian.com/YorkTw: @JamiesItalianUK | F: /JamiesItalianUK
Jamie's Italian is situated within the historic Lendal Cellars, at the heart of the city centre. Spread over two floors of an old Tudor wine cellar, it’s full of atmosphere, with an open kitchen where you can see the chefs in action. There’s also a beautiful outdoor dining area, which is ideal for enjoying al fresco dinners when the weather's fine. So, whether you’re looking for a quick bowl of fresh, handmade pasta or a leisurely three-course meal, there’s something for everyone.
Open: Mon - Wed 12noon - 10pm, Thurs 12noon - 10.30pm, Fri - Sat 12pm - 11pm, Sun 12noon - 9.30pm
JALOU 2 Micklegate, York YO1 6JG | 01904 466502 | pr@jalouyork.co.uk jalou.co.uk/york | F: /JalouYork | Tw: @JalouYork | Fully accessible Voted one of the UK's Top 50 Cocktails bars in central York and minutes away from York Station, Jalou is the latest addition to the city's night life scene, featuring the greatest local DJ's spinning weekly. Situated in a grade II listed church with incredible period features, Jalou is the perfect hotspot for cocktail connoisseurs. Open: See website
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GUSTO 2-4 Little Stonegate, York YO1 8AX | york@gustorestaurants.uk.com 01904 731667 | gustorestaurants.uk.com/restaurant/york
Gusto Italian, located on Little Stonegate is an award-winning casual dining restaurant, offering a classic and contemporary menu for evening dining, as well as lunch and family friendly options. The restaurant boasts Gusto’s signature sparkly vibe and stylish dÊcor as well as a hidden 'Peroni Lounge', showcasing beers, creative cocktails and a comprehensive wine list.
Open for brunch every Saturday & Sunday from 10am. Open: Mon-Thurs 12-10pm, Fri 12-11pm, Sat 10-11pm and Sun 10-10pm Fully accessible
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THE BOTANIST 15-19 Stonegate, York YO1 8ZW | 01904 541177 | Fully accessible york@thebotanist.uk.com | thebotanist.uk.com | F: /thebotanistyork
It started with a seed, an idea to create a secret garden of food and drink. A place where antiquities and trinkets hang from the walls, and resident botanists craft unusual concoctions. Some arrive for the live music, some for the conversation; but here at The Botanist, all can enjoy a wondrous occasion.
Open: 12noon-12am Mon-Thurs, 12noon-1am Fri, 10am-1am Sat, 10pm-12midnight Sun
LANGTONS BRASSERIE 45 Main Street, Fulford, York YO10 4PJ | 01904 622099 reception@yorkpavilionhotel.com | yorkpavilionhotel.com Our lovely dining room has views over the garden where you can eat al fresco in the summer or snuggle by a roaring log fire in winter months. Menus feature Yorkshire specialities but our chef is always happy to prepare something to order – just give us a little notice!
Fully accessible
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PANDA MAMI 19 Bridge Street, York YO1 6DA | 01904 633 800 | Fully accessible pandamami-restaurant.com | york@pandamami-restaurant.com
Whether you are looking for Chinese, Italian, Indian or Traditional Carvery, or even beautiful cocktails, you’ll be spoilt for choice. With over 180 selected dishes by our award winning chefs from around the world, PANDA MAMI promises to deliver seasonal menus from a global kitchen. Best of all, you can eat ‘unlimited courses’ for one set price. Lunch from £8.99 and Dinner from £14.99, Children half price. PANDA MAMI prides itself on offering excellent choice and value in luxurious surroundings – a perfect venue for families and parties. Open: From 12noon to 11pm (please check the website for a full list, opening times do vary)
LOS MOROS 15-17 Grape Lane, York YO1 7HU | 01904 636834 losmorosyork.co.uk | losmorosyork@gmail.com | Partly accessible It all started in a small gold shed in the Shambles Market. After three years of cooking and learning, we've opened our restaurant. Modern and innovative North African and Middle Eastern influenced cuisine.
Open: 12-10pm every day
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CARLUCCIO’S St Helen’s Square, York YO1 8QN | 01904 656356 York@Carluccios.com | carluccios.com | Party accessible
Welcome to Carluccio’s Italian Restaurant and Deli in York built on the site of the city’s iconic Terry’s Chocolate Shop. We are in the heart of the city. We can offer refreshments and a bite to eat after a busy day seeing the famous sights of York. We are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner Monday to Sunday, offering a broad range of classic Italian food. We also cater for vegetarians/vegans and those who are following a gluten free diet.
Open: Mon - Fri 8am - 11pm, Sat 9am - 11pm, Sun 9am - 10pm
L'UVA VINO E CUCINA 5 Bridge Street, York YO1 6DD | 01904 626900 luvayork@gmail.com | luvayork.com | F: /luvavinoecucina A back to basics Italian restaurant and wine bar offering traditional and seasonal plates including homemade pasta and fresh truffles. To compliment the authentic menu the wine list consists of unique wines directly imported from Italy. Open: 12-2pm lunch, 5-10pm dinner, Tues - Sat Partly accessible
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PIZZAEXPRESS River House, 17 Museum St, York YO1 7DJ 01904 672904 pizzaexpress.com
10 St Sampsons Square, York YO1 8RN 01904 630930 pizzaexpress.com
Inspired by a love of real Italian pizza, PizzaExpress has been pioneering delicious handmade pizza since 1965. Quality ingredients, fresh dough hand-stretched right in front of your eyes, care and flair in every step. From your favourite American Hot, freshly baked and still steaming, to the iconic and irresistibly hot & fluffy Dough Balls, no one does it quite like PizzaExpress. Open: From 12noon to 11pm (please check the website for a full list, opening times do vary) Fully accessible
MUMBAI LOUNGE 47 Fossgate, York YO1 9TF | 01904 654155 info@mumbailoungeyork.co.uk | mumbailoungeyork.co.uk
Open: 12 - 2pm & 5.30 - 11.30pm Closed Friday lunch | Fully accessible
Enjoy tasty Indian and Bangladeshi cuisine. Private dining and parties of all sizes welcome. Recommended by Harden's. British Curry Awards (the 'Curry Oscars') - Winner, Best Spice Restaurant in North East 2017. Bangladesh Caterers Association UK - Winner, Restaurant of the Year 2018, Yorkshire & Humberside Region.
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OLIVE TREE 10 Tower St, York YO1 9SA | 01904 624433 | theolivetreeyork.co.uk Partly accessible Enjoy the stunning view of Clifford’s Tower in this Mediterranean influenced restaurant in York. In the last 15 years of serving we pride ourselves in using just the finest organic ingredients, and it shows in the taste of our food. We invite you at the olive tree to experience our food and service, see for yourself!
REFECTORY KITCHEN & TERRACE Station Road, York YO24 1AA | 01904 653681 | Partly accessible theprincipalhotel.com/york | york@theprincipalhotel.com The Refectory Kitchen & Terrace offers seasonal dishes that are bursting with flavour, championing world-class quality Yorkshire ingredients. The Refectory adjoins the new Chapter House bar, which sports a fine selection of wines, spirits, craft ales and cocktails. This latest addition includes a stunning outdoor terrace. Open: See website
WAGAMAMA 77- 81 Goodramgate, York YO1 7LS | 01904 610888 york@wagamama.com | Fully accessible Asian food, inspired by the flavours of Japan, including dishes such as teppanyaki, ramen, curries, gyoza and steamed buns. Wagamama also have an extensive vegetarian and vegan menu offering, as well as a kids menu, fresh juices and Asian beers. Open: Mon-Sat 11am - 11pm, Sun 11am - 10pm
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PUBS & BARS From cosy pubs to luxurious bars. York has something for every taste.
JD WETHERSPOON The Postern Gate 90 Piccadilly, York YO1 9NX Open: Sun - Thurs 7am – midnight; Fri & Sat 7am-1am
The Punch Bowl 5-9 Blossom St, York YO24 1AU Open: Sun – Thurs 8am – midnight; Fri & Sat 8am – 1am
The Postern Gate is a large airy pub situated at the end of Piccadilly, it has a dining area ideal for large groups and its beer garden overlooks the River Foss. The Punch Bowl has a more traditional feel and is popular with rail users due to its proximity to the train station. Both pubs serve breakfast until noon and a wide variety of menu items are available, including specialist club nights. Both pubs have a passion for local real ale and new products arrive all the time, with craft beers and English gins being the latest additions to the range. Partly accessible
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MINSTER INN 24 Marygate, York YO30 7BH minsterinn.co.uk | 01904 849240 Partly accessible Traditional Edwardian Pub retaining many of its original features. We serve excellent cask and craft beer, offer an amazing spirit range, fresh stone baked pizza & tapas. A guaranteed warm welcome from our team, locals and open fires.
VALHALLA 4 Patrick Pool, York YO1 8BB | 01904 653999 | valhallayork.com F: /ValhallaYork | Tw: @ValhallaYork | Partly accessible At Valhalla we like to celebrate all things Viking. We are a bit different. We love beer, rock music and mead. Join us... In the Halls of Valhalla, where the Brave shall live Forever. Mon - Thurs 12noon - 11.30pm Fri - Sat 11am to 00.30am, Sun - 11am - 11.30pm
YORK TAP York Railway Station, York YO24 1AB | 01904 659009 yorktap.com | Fully accessible Multi award-winning Craft Beer Bar, offering York’s largest selection of draught beer including 18 cask ales, 2 cask ciders and 12 craft beers from tap. 2017/18 CAMRA Good Beer Guide listed.
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PAVEMENT VAULTS 2 Piccadilly, York YO1 9NU | 01904 670777 pavementvaults.co.uk | Fully accessible Premier smokehouse and bar pairing low and slow smoked locally sourced dishes with craft beers, fine wines and cocktails from around the World. Offering 17 rotating draught beers.
PIVNI 6 Patrick Pool, York YO1 8BB | 01904 635464 | pivni.co.uk Partly accessible York’s first nationally acclaimed award-winning Craft Beer Bar. Located in the historic heart of the City featuring 18 draught specialist beers from around the world. 2017/18 CAMRA Good Beer Guide listed.
MARKET CAT 6 Jubbergate, York YO1 8RT | 01904 637023 Fully accessible Classic Ale and Pizza bar with 22 draught beers and fine wines. Collaboration between multiaward winning Pivovar Group and Thornbridge Brewery.
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YE OLDE STARRE INNE 40 Stonegate | 01904 623063 | Fully accessible
As York’s oldest licensed Inn established 1644, this is arguably the city’s most historic pub. With 8 real ales, fantastic English fayre, 3 beer gardens, numerous story boards, over 20 Gins and 4 resident ghosts, this pub is a must visit!
LENDAL CELLARS 26 Lendal | 01904 623121 | Not accessible
Built in 1841 by former Lord Mayor come wine merchant William Oldfield as a wine and spirits cellar, Lendal's underground brick-arch vaults are now home to one of York's most famous and atmospheric pubs. Popular for real ale, traditional pub food and live music, Lendal Cellars is a unique and historic venue not to be missed on your visit to York.
GOLDEN LION 9 Church Street | 01904 620942 | Fully accessible
A busy, atmospheric pub and a friendly team awaits you in the heart of the city. Just a few minutes walk from the minster and the shambles, we are family and dog friendly, serve great ale and traditional pub food, show BT and Sky Sports and even have an upstairs terrace area for you to enjoy!
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THE WINDMILL 14 Blossom Street | 01904 624834 | Fully accessible
A stone’s throw away from Micklegate bar, the Windmill is a Local pub with a great selection of real ale, premium lagers and fantastic food offers. Catch all the live sport action here with both BT and Sky Sports.
LAST DROP INN Off Kings Square, York | 01904 621951 | thelastdropinn.co.uk Partly accessible The very first York Brewery pub! The focus is on serving a cracking pint of local cask ale. The atmosphere is calm and cosy, so you’ll be sure that the conversation can flow right down to the last drop in your glass. Open: Mon - Thurs 11am - 11pm, Fri & Sat 11am - Midnight, Sun 12noon - 11pm
THE PUNCH BOWL 7 Stonegatel | 01904 655147l | nicholsonspubs.co.uk Partly accessible Standing proud on Stonegate just a stone’s throw from the Minster, the Punch Bowl has been serving fine ales and fayre for nearly 400 years. It is said two ghostly inhabitants still frequent the pub. With seven real ales and food served until 10pm every day. The Punch Bowl is a must visit while in York. Food served until 10pm
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THE OLD WHITE SWAN 80 Goodramgate, York YO1 7LFl | 01904 540911 | Fully accessible nicholsonspubs.co.uk | Live sport shown in our stage coach bar This is one of York’s most iconic pubs dating back to the 16th century. Its three separate buildings include a beautiful dining room catering for meetings and celebrations for up to 40 guests. It includes two roaring fires in the winter and is surrounded by a stunning courtyard. It’s said the spirits of clandestine Papists cluster around the fire plotting their escape.
THE CROSS KEYS 34 Goodramgate | 01904 655082 | nicholsonspubs.co.uk Fully accessible The Cross Keys dates back to the late 1800s and today we invite our guests to soak up its fascinating history and enjoy open fires, Minster views, a heated beer garden and eight cask ales. Step inside and discover a traditional, unique pub where you can feast on quality pub food as you relax and watch the world go by. Food served until 10pm
HARKERS 1 St Helens Square | 01904 540911 | nicholsonspubs.co.uk Fully accessible Our beautiful Georgian building stands on the remains of The Praetorian Gate which was once the entrance to York. The remains of this structure is exposed in our basement. The pub is proud to offer eight cask ales, quality pub food and a stunning, relaxing environment.
Food served until 10pm
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THREE LEGGED MARE High Petergate, York | 01904 638246 | threeleggedmareyork.co.uk Open: Mon - Sat 11am - Midnight, Sun 11am - 11pm | Fully accessible In a bustling city filled with traditional real ale pubs, The Three Legged Mare is the most refreshing of finds! The mare is modern and light whilst maintaining a historic feel. It is a lively venue with regular live music and a warm and friendly welcome.
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How can it get any better? Every year I wonder what can be around the corner to make the food scene in York even more appealing and every year I’m happily surprised. 2018 saw new openings from both the region’s superstars and from local heroes keen to cement their status in the area. If you’re after fantastic street food, we’ve everything you could want, and have all the fine dining choice you could wish for with all bases in-between. I hope you enjoy the food on offer in our wonderful city as much as I do. Happy eating! Ben Thorpe, yorkonafork.com
CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL 18 - 22 April 2019
TASTER FESTIVAL 8 – 9 June 2019
MAIN FESTIVAL
20 – 29 September 2019
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