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A photo of The Cut & Craft York restaurant
1. The Cut & Craft York
4.6
Exceptional(526)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • York
Booked 82 times today
Located in St. Sampsons Square - a historic part of York’s city centre known for selling great meat since the 12th century - The Cut & Craft York is widely considered one of York’s best steak restaurants.Boasting its own in-house master butcher and a signature 10oz Flat Iron steak, this elegant restaurant is stylishly decorated with historic features throughout. Open daily for lunch and dinner, with brunch and roasts on the weekends, it’s centrally located close to the famous mediaeval York Shambles and under the shadow of York Minster. Named 'Restaurant of the Year' at the Yorkshire National Business Hero Awards in 2023 and 2024, The Cut & Craft combines contemporary steak and seafood dishes with a premium list of locally-crafted drinks.
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2. The Star Inn The City
4.5
Awesome(6887)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary British • York
Booked 40 times today
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.
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3. York Minster Refectory
4.5
Awesome(550)
Price: Expensive
• British • York
Booked 13 times today
Brasserie style restaurant serving up modern British dishes, offering dine in and takeaway options.
A photo of The Fat Badger York restaurant
4. The Fat Badger York
4.5
Awesome(1359)
Price: Moderate
• British • York
Booked 11 times today
Dine in style in The Fat Badger York with tables to choose from in our restaurant, private dining area or The Fat Badger bar. Or, if you'd like to dine alfresco we have a fantastic outdoor garden adjacent to York's historic city centre walls, overlooking the Minster.With our Head Chef, you'll find delicious, classic British and international cuisine, with daily specials chosen from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Please note bookable tables are inside, all outside tables are on a first-come first-served basis.Dogs are welcome in our Bar area or Garden area (Walk-in only)
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5. The Ivy St. Helen’s Square
4.5
Awesome(12544)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary British • York
Booked 89 times today
The Ivy St. Helen's Square is located on the eponymous square in the heart of York and will serve all-encompassing, contemporary British menus.
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6. Forest
4.6
Exceptional(168)
Price: Moderate
• British • York
Booked 20 times today
A warm, cosy, relaxed, and rustic restaurant, and THE place to come at any time of the day for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even just a quick drink and a snack
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7. Bill's Restaurant & Bar - York
4.3
Awesome(1786)
Price: Moderate
• British • York
Booked 72 times today
Historic building with colourful interiors you wish that you had in your own house? Check and check - welcome to Bill's restaurant in York! Whether you've just completed one of the city's spooky walking tours or indulged in retail therapy along the medieval Shambles shopping street, Bill's is the perfect stop. We cater to all appetites with a menu that'll have you drooling on sight, with tasty options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. There's space for all, with tables big and small, plus a semi-private dining area for up to 20 people. And if you happen to join us on a big night, make sure you indulge in a cocktail or two and some boujee selfies.
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8. Bettys Café Tea Rooms - York
4.7
Exceptional(651)
Price: Very Expensive
• Afternoon Tea • York
Booked 20 times today
Bettys is famous for afternoon tea, and if you want to experience the finest we offer, book your table in the Belmont Room, York. This beautiful, historic room - located on the first floor of our York tea room - is steeped in history and provides the perfect setting for our most exquisite afternoon tea. You'll be serenaded by our pianist as you enjoy a selection of savouries, indulgent sandwiches, specially selected teas and irresistible dainty cakes and scones. Put aside any concerns you may have about not feeling full: we’ll happily replenish pots of tea and sandwiches to make sure you leave feeling content. Book now to make that special occasion even more special. Prices from £49.95 per person.
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9. Royal Oak - 18 Goodramgate
4.4
Awesome(498)
Price: Moderate
• Pub • York
Booked 8 times today
Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled in the heart of the York. Here at The Royal Oak, we are the perfect retreat to sit back, relax and indulge in our delicious food with your favourite drink in hand. Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted from our seasonal menus and the bar is crammed with local ales and tipples to tempt any taste buds. Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there's a dish for every desire.
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10. Guy Fawkes Inn
4.4
Awesome(2089)
Price: Expensive
• British • York
Booked 18 times today
Dine by candlelight in our restaurant, featuring gas lamps, roaring fires and timber floors. Serving simple, traditional British food skilfully prepared from fresh, quality, locally sourced ingredients, our restaurant is the perfect place to withdraw from the world and relax.

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  • Mal
    Newcastle and Northumberland •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Family trip to York and party of 8 night out. Ambience very nice….. modern with a great vibe. Menu looks limited but is in fact more than adequate to accommodate all tastes and the food cooked to perfection. Drinks menu good and nice festive cocktails. Service was excellent despite the restaurant being full. Overall a very nice night out. We will definitely come back.
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    The Cut & Craft YorkPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• York
    •
    4.6
  • Sara
    Yorkshire •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Excellent meal with great service. Lovely surroundings and nice to be able to sit and talk without being drowned out by music. Will definitely return - the meal was one of the nicest I’ve had in a long time.
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    York Minster RefectoryPrice: Expensive• British• York
    •
    4.5
  • Elizabeth
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Superb place really magical ambience. The staff were brilliant; friendly and attentive. Went for a Christmas meal with my daughter and we were not disappointed. The food was excellent and the ox cheek sublime. Can’t wait to go again next time in York.
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    The Star Inn The CityPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• York
    •
    4.5
  • KarenVIP
    Yorkshire •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Service, food, atmosphere all faultless. Not a special occasion as such, met a friend for a regular catch up but was made special by being in The Ivy!
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    The Ivy St. Helen’s SquarePrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• York
    •
    4.5
  • Ruth
    Yorkshire •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    A very relaxed lunch with work colleagues. Good choice of food and drink for all appetites and some nice non-alcohol / veggie / vegan options. Service was relaxed and friendly and we could keep our table for as long as we wanted. The interior was lovely and beautifully clean. Would definitely book again!
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    The Fat Badger YorkPrice: Moderate• British• York
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    4.5

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