Best Historic Restaurants in York

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1. The Cut & Craft York

4.6

Exceptional(561)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • York

Booked 97 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.

2. The Star Inn The City

4.5

Awesome(6913)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • York

Booked 45 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(564)

Price: Expensive

• British • York

Booked 15 times today

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

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4. Bettys Café Tea Rooms - York

4.7

Exceptional(669)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • York

Booked 40 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.

5. Guy Fawkes Inn

4.4

Awesome(2095)

Price: Expensive

• British • York

Booked 17 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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6. The Fat Badger York

4.5

Awesome(1368)

Price: Moderate

• British • York

Booked 21 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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7. The Biltmore Bar & Grill

3.4

Very Good(12)

Price: Moderate

• Bistro • York

Situated in the heart of York in a historic converted church. We took our inspiration from a trip to New York where spacious urban chic is the norm.The restaurant features comfy booths on the ground floor and a mezzanine garden themed restaurant overlooking the island bar.Everything is freshly prepared and cooked using the finest quality locally sourced ingredients by our talented Head Chef and his team.

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8. Bill's Restaurant & Bar - York

4.4

Awesome(1792)

Price: Moderate

• British • York

Booked 62 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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9. Royal Oak - 18 Goodramgate

4.4

Awesome(504)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • York

Booked 7 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. The Golden Fleece York

3.7

Very Good(10)

Price: Expensive

• British • York

Welcome to The Golden Fleece York we are super excited to invite you back to our pub!

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Hayley
Bath/Somerset •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Lovely afternoon tea. Our server Charlie was fantastic. Would highly recommend.
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Bettys Café Tea Rooms - YorkPrice: Very Expensive• Afternoon Tea• York
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4.7
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Lee
Durham/County Durham •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Fabulous lunch with friends visiting from Australia. Food was beautiful. Service great and the overall atmosphere was lovely. Thanks for taking great care of us❤️❤️❤️
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The Star Inn The CityPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• York
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4.5
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Jason
Yorkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Fantastic place with a great atmosphere and lovely decor. We went because we had heard about the steak pie and can say, wholeheartedly, it lived up to all expectations. Delicious food.
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Guy Fawkes InnPrice: Expensive• British• York
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4.4
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Ruth
Yorkshire •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
The only reason they haven't got 5 throughout is because the table for two is far too small to fit the food on the table. They had to put our drinks on the bannister around us. Which reqlly wasn't ideal. Otherwise the food was delicious and the staff was perfect.
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The Cut & Craft YorkPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• York
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4.6
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Yorkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Went with two friends and my wife to have lunch at the Refectory. There was a large noisy party of ladies so we asked to be moved which the staff were only too happy to do. Main courses were duck confit, chicken wellington and risotto. The risotto was a bit salty but everything else was delicious. Desserts were hedgerow sundae, petit fours and raspberry mousse. Overall a good experience and I would go again.
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York Minster RefectoryPrice: Expensive• British• York
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4.5

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. The Cut & Craft York

2. The Star Inn The City

3. York Minster Refectory

4. Bettys Café Tea Rooms - York

5. Guy Fawkes Inn

6. The Fat Badger York

7. The Biltmore Bar & Grill

8. Bill's Restaurant & Bar - York

9. Royal Oak - 18 Goodramgate

10. The Golden Fleece York

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