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The Star Inn The City, York, North Yorkshire

The Star Inn The City

4.5
4.5
6959 Reviews
£26 to £40
Contemporary British

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 57 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 9:30 am–12:00 am Sun 9:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01904 619208
  • Website
    http://www.starinnthecity.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    For full booking policy please visit our website and for any additional information email info@starinnthecity.co.uk
  • Location
    Lendal Engine House, York, North Yorkshire YO1 7DR
  • Area
    York
  • Parking details
    The nearest car park to our restaurant is Marygate.<br>Marygate carpark, Frederic Street, York, YO30 7DT
  • Public transit
    York Station is only a 10 minute walk from The Star Inn The City.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 6,959 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Yorkshire

    Great for scenic views

  • North Yorkshire

    Innovative

  • North Yorkshire

    Great for fine wines

  • North Yorkshire

    Great for outdoor dining

  • North Yorkshire

    Great for scenic views

  • North Yorkshire

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Star Inn The City is a delightful dining destination with a "great use of local produce," offering beautifully presented dishes in a "fantastic location" by the river. Guests consistently praise the "excellent service" from friendly, attentive staff. The atmosphere is often described as "lovely," making it a perfect spot for special occasions.

6,960 Reviews

  1. Jorg

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I and my wife utterly enjoyed dining ath the The Star Inn. I had a Venison Terine as a starter and Chargrilled Sirloin steak with Blue cheese sause and fries. Dessert was Mascarpone cream with White choclate and Orange Ice cream. I give 4 stars because it was very nice and enjoyable, I could give 5 stars but this I have to reserve for occasions when I eat something I've never had before in terms of creativity and quality. But well done, we'll certainly go back again.

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  2. Richard

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My partner and I went for a belated Valentine's Day treat. The restauarant is a really pleasant venue to dine and we thoroughly enjoyed our visit. I had the slow braised Ox cheek, which was delicious. My only slight quibble is that I could have done with a bit more of the hispi cabbage. I opted for the suggested rioja to accompy my meal - it was a very nice example and paired well with the food. My partner has a very small appetite and opted for the scallops starter as her main course. She was very pleased with the dish, saying tha scallops were perfectly cooked. She also chose the recommended wine, a gewurtztraminer, which she enjoyed. My cheesecake desert was very tatsy and we rounded off the meal with an espresso a piece - well extracted and very pleasing. Our waitress was delightful and looked after us extemely well, including giving my partner useful guidence about the gewirtztraminer.

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  3. Jason

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Average overall, food ok very little veg for a Sunday lunch and food just warm not hot.

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  4. Jennifer

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Despite the restaurant being full to capacity the staff were attentive without being intrusive and just added to the occasion. Really lovely meal and atmosphere.

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  5. Kamla

    London

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was, amazing I really enjoyed my birthday lunch.

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  6. Mike

    Yorkshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a very nice experience for myself and family

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  7. Ben

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a lovely venue, food and staff. Everything seemed just right for a “date-night,” great ambience that gave us a feeling of privacy, yet not isolated, an engaged and pleasant waiter that didn’t overdo any interactions, food that was expertly prepared but that didn’t get in the way of conversation. A nigh-on perfect evening.

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  8. Gill

    VIP

    New York City

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Had the valentines special halibut on the bone absolutely delicious

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  9. Edward

    Yorkshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fab restaurant. Me and my wife shared the Beef Wellington Surf & Turf special, and it was delicious. Excellent presentation too. The atmosphere is always perfect - a great 'buzz' without being too noisy. One of my favourite restaurants in York. Highly recommend.

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  10. Kathy

    Yorkshire

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely food and drinks. Would definitely recommend

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The Star Inn The City is rated 4.5 stars by 6959 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 57 times today
Google Map for The Star Inn The City

Lendal Engine House, York, North Yorkshire YO1 7DR

Additional information

  • Area
    York
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 9:30 am–12:00 am Sun 9:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    The nearest car park to our restaurant is Marygate.<br>Marygate carpark, Frederic Street, York, YO30 7DT
  • Public transit
    York Station is only a 10 minute walk from The Star Inn The City.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.starinnthecity.co.uk/
  • Phone number
    01904 619208
  • Private party facilities
    For full booking policy please visit our website and for any additional information email info@starinnthecity.co.uk
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