Taste Guide 2020

TASTE GUIDE

02 York Taste Guide

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“London is over for me... centre of my food universe is now York.”

Giles Coren, Times Restaurant Critic

York is home to everything from fine dining to indie cafés, high street favourites to international street food; there really is something for every palate. Discover a plethora of pubs and bars, with a sensational selection of craft beers and gins, and savour a relaxing drink among York’s beautiful and historic surroundings.

Treat your taste buds to an #OnlyInYork mouthful.

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ARRAS RESTAURANT The Old Coach House, Peasholme Green, York YO1 7PW | 01904 633737 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: Tuesday 6-10pm.

Wed to Sat 12-2pm , 6-10pm

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ASK ITALIAN The Grand Assembly Rooms, Blake Street, York YO1 2QG 01904 637254 | york@askitalian.co.uk | askitalian.co.uk

With so many things to do in York, you’re going to work up an appetite.

Book a table at ASK Italian in The Assembly Rooms, built almost 300 years ago. You’ll be eating in a stunning setting beneath chandeliers while experiencing a beautiful blend of cultures: outstanding Italian cooking in a magnificent historic building. Our chefs produce a sumptuous menu stuffed with classics, drinks to complement and gorgeous gelati.

Where else will you sample authentic Italian cuisine in a room with such impressive architectural heritage?

Open: Sun-Thur 11.30am until 10pm, Fri & Sat 11.30am-11pm

BARBAKAN 01904 672474 | deli-barbakan.co.uk | barbakandeli@yahoo.co.uk F: Barbakan.Restaurant | Tw: @theBarbakan 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 Restricted access

04 York Taste Guide THE BAR CONVENT LIVING HERITAGE CENTRE 17 Blossom Street, York YO24 1AQ | 01904 643238 reception@bar-convent.org.uk | bar-convent.org.uk Take afternoon tea in our Secret Garden or chef prepared food in our CafĂŠ, 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, Mon-Sat Hot food available until 3pm

THE BOTANIST 15-19 Stonegate, York YO1 8ZW | 01904 541177 | thebotanist.uk.com york@thebotanist.uk.com | F: thebotanistyork | Tw: @thebotanistuk

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: Mon-Thurs 12noon-12midnight, Fri 12noon-1am, Sat 12noon-1am, Sun 12noon-12midnight

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BREW YORK CRAFT BREWERY, TAP ROOM AND BEER HALL Unit 6, Enterprise Complex, Walmgate YO1 9TT | 01904 848448 info@brewyork.co.uk | brewyork.co.uk | Fb/Tw: @brewyorkbeer Multi award winning UK brewery with Tap Room, riverside beer garden, Beer Hall and street food kitchen.

60+ beer taps, amazing barbeque food and cocktails with highly rated brewery tours. Food is available until 1 hour before close.

Open: Tue-Sat 12pm-11pm, Sunday 12pm-9pm.

BYRON 11 High Ousegate, York, YO1 8RZ | york@byron.co | 01904 364488 byron.co | Insta: @byronhamburgers | Fb & Tw: @byronrestaurant

Byron is the home of proper food. Choose from juicy beef burgers, crispy buttermilk-fried chicken burgers, and plant-based powerhouse patties-all served with crispy skin-on fries or a side house salad. Pair it perfectly with a cold craft beer or extra thick shake.

Byron in York is a few minutes' walk from York Minster, the famous Shambles and all the shops and bars of York City Centre.

Open: Sunday-Thursday 11am-10pm Friday and Saturday 11am-11pm

06 York Taste Guide THE CAT’S WHISKERS CAT CAFÉ 46 Goodramgate, York YO1 7LF | 01904 626480 thecatswhiskersyork.co.uk | meow@thecatswhiskersyork.co.uk Come to de-stress and while away an hour in the company of our wonderful cat family, whilst enjoying locally made delicious cakes and a cuppa! £7 per hour. Children aged 10+ only please.

Open: Mon 11am-6pm, Wed-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm Restricted access

CÔTE YORK 49-51 Low Petergate, York YO1 7HT | 01904 639994 cote.co.uk | york@cote-restaurants.co.uk 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 £11.95 for two courses and £14.50 for three courses. Complimentary Kir Royal when dining from À La Carte.

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THE CROSS KEYS 34 Goodramgate | 01904 655082 | nicholsonspubs.co.uk

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

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DELRIO’S RESTAURANT 10-12 Blossom Street, York YO24 1AE | 01904 622695 info@delriosrestaurant.com | delriosrestaurant.com 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.

Open: Tues-Sat 6-10.30pm Closed Sun and Mon Restricted access

GALTRES LODGE 54 Low Petergate, York YO1 7HZ | 01904 622478 | info@galtreslodge.uk galtreslodge.uk | Fb: /galtreslodge | Tw: @galtreslodge 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

HARKERS 1 St Helens Square | 01904 540911 | nicholsonspubs.co.uk

Our beautiful Georgian building stands on the remains of The Praetorian Gate which was once the entrance to York. The remains of this structure are 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

08 York Taste Guide GUSTO 2-4 Little Stonegate, York YO1 8AX | york@gustorestaurants.uk.com gustorestaurants.uk.com/restaurant/york | 01904 731667

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: Monday-Thursday: 12pm-10pm, Friday-Saturday: 12pm-11pm, Sunday: 12pm-10pm

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THE HOP & THE FOX The Hop, 11-12 Fossgate, York YO1 9TA | Tw: @thehopyork

The Fox, 168 Holgate Road, York YO24 4DQ | Tw: @foxpubyork

Hop York The Hop is situated on Fossgate. Serving a host of award winning real ales, thirst quenching craft beers, artisan gin and delicious wood-fired pizza, with a fantastic line up of live music throughout the week, this venue is a unique destination.

The Fox The Fox, a pub whose history is inextricably linked to the golden age of rail. With York’s largest beer garden and a line up of family friendly events, this blue plaque heritage inn is definitely a must-visit.

IPPUKU TEA HOUSE 15 Blake Street, York, YO1 8QJ | 01904 671 311 ippukuteahouse.com Specialising in Japanese tea, this tea house also serves Japanese modern authentic cuisine, coffee, cocktails and homemade cakes.

Open all week, come and have an experience in Japanese soul-food, with a welcoming local atmosphere.

10 York Taste Guide

Image: Los Moros

Silver Street, York YO1 8RY

For food on the go, the Shambles Food Court is the hottest spot in the city and a flavoursome side dish to the historic Shambles Market. The wide range of international street food on offer allows you to travel all around the globe with your feet firmly planted in York city centre.

Dark Horse: Freshly ground coffee and homemade delights Brunch Wagon: Breakfasts, burgers, chips - they’ve got it all Café M: Turkish coffee, cakes, ice cream & fresh hot chocolate Dog House: Scrummy Cumberland & gourmet sausages Donut Kitchen: Delicious doughnuts with chocolate sauce HOG ROAST: Hog roast and Cumberland sausage KREP: Crêpes and galettes, all cooked fresh Little Mac's: Sausages, burgers & cold drinks

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Los Moros: Colourful and modern North African flavours Nukkad: Contemporary Indian street food Pizzoli: Perfect pizza, lasagne & garlic bread Shambles Bar: Ale and beer on tap, plus spirits and gin Shambles Kitchen: Succulent smoked meat burritos Shambles Wrap: Tasty kebabs and wraps Stam & Maria’s: Tempting Greek treats Tasty Turmeric Stop: Freshly prepared, healthy veggie curries Taylor Made Kitchen: Gorgeous gourmet burgers & loaded fries Thai Season: Thai bliss from Pad Thai to Chicken Satay

Share your Food Court favourites with #ShamblesFoodCourt

12 York Taste Guide JALOU 2 Micklegate, York YO1 6JG | 01904 466502 | pr@jalouyork.co.uk jalou.co.uk/york | F: /JalouYork | Tw: @JalouYork Voted one of the UK's Top 50 Cocktail bars 2018 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 R&B DJ's spinning weekly. Situated in a grade II listed church with incredible period features, Jalou is the perfect hot-spot for cocktail connoisseurs.

Open: 12pm-1am Sun-Wed, 12pm-2am Thur-Sat

LAS IGUANAS 21 Back Swinegate, York YO1 8AD | 01904 521100 | Fully accessible york@iguanas.co.uk | iguanas.co.uk | F: /lasiguanasyork Take a Trip around South America with the Las Iguanas menu. There’s a separate veggie & vegan menu, as well as a dedicated kids menu to ensure everyone can enjoy Latin life.

Plus 2FOR1 cocktails all day, every day.

Open: Mon-Thu 10am-11pm, Fri-Sat 10am-11.30pm, Sun 10am-10.30pm

LAST DROP INN Colliergate, York YO1 8BN | 01904 621951 lastdropinn@york-brewery.co.uk | blacksheepbrewery.com/our-pub Overlooking the bustling King’s Square, this traditional pub always has a cracking range of craft & cask beers to enjoy whilst you sit and watch the world go by.

Open: Mon-Sun 11am-11pm

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LOS MOROS 15-17 Grape Lane, York YO1 7HU | 01904 636834 losmorosyork.co.uk | losmorosyork@gmail.com It all started in a small gold shed in the Shambles Market, over four years ago. After three years there of cooking and learning, we opened our restaurant. Modern and innovative North African and Middle Eastern influenced cuisine.

Open 12-10pm every day

MARKET CAT 6 Jubbergate, York YO1 8RT | 01904 637023 | marketcatyork.co.uk info@marketcat.co.uk | Fb: @MarketCat | Tw: @MarketCatYork Classic Ale and Pizza bar with 22 draught beers and fine wines.

Collaboration between multi-award winning Pivovar Group and Thornbridge Brewery.

Open: 10am-11.30pm

MASALA CRAFT - STREET FOOD & CRAFT BEER 12A King Street, YO1 9SP | 01904 658856 | info@masalacraft.co.uk masalacraft.co.uk | Fb: /masalacraft Indulge in some of the mouthwatering, flavoursome, and authentic Indian cuisines we provide at our leading restaurant in the heart of York. Providing traditional dishes directly from Mumbai City Chaat Bazaar, we offer a truly authentic culinary experience.

Open: Mon-Sun 5pm-12am

14 York Taste Guide MINSTER INN 24 Marygate, York YO30 7BH | 01904 849240 | minsterinn.co.uk minsterinnyork@gmail.com | Fb: @minsterinn 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.

MUMBAI LOUNGE 47 Fossgate, York YO1 9TF | info@mumbailoungeyork.co.uk mumbailoungeyork.co.uk | 01904 654155 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.

Open: 12-2pm & 5.30-11.30pm Closed Friday lunch | Fully accessible

NORTH SOUTH 25a Bootham, York YO30 7BW | 01904 654088 northsouthyork@gmail.com | Fb: @northsouthyork North South is an independent cafĂŠ/ bar, open for breakfast until late evening. We pride ourselves on our cosy atmosphere and serve good quality coffee, craft beer, wine, sandwiches and sharing boards.

Open: Mon-Sat: 9am - 11pm Sun: 9am-4pm

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THE OLD WHITE SWAN 80 Goodramgate, York YO1 7LF | 01904 540911 | 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.

Open: 12noon-11.20pm

PANDA MAMI YORK 19 Bridge Street, York YO1 6DA | 01904 633800 | Fb&Tw: @PandaMami pandamami-restaurant.com | york@pandamami-restaurant.com

Panda Mami's award-winning chefs have selected over 180+ authentic dishes from around the world and the Live Cooking Stations provide fabulous taste and entertainment.

Panda Mami provides a casual dining experience like no other, offering a balanced choice of delicious food, giving our guests added value at a fixed price, all within luxurious surroundings.

Open: From 12noon to 11pm (please check the website for a full list, opening times do vary)

16 York Taste Guide PAVEMENT VAULTS 2 Piccadilly, York, YO1 9NU | 01904 670777 | Fb: @PavementVaults Tw: @PavementVaults | info@pavementvaults.co.uk 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.

Open: 12noon-11.20pm

PIVNI 6 Patrick Pool, York, YO1 8BB | 01904 635464 | pivni.co.uk info@pivni.co.uk | Fb: @Pivni | Tw: @Pivni 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.

Open: 11.30am-11.30pm Sun & Mon 12noon-11.30pm

THE PUNCH BOWL 7 Stonegate | 01904 655147 | nicholsonspubs.co.uk

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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PLUSH CAFÉ 6 Stonegate, York YO1 8AS | info@plushcafe.co.uk | plushcafe.co.uk Facebook: @PlushYork | Twitter: @Plush_Cafe | Instagram: Plush_Cafe

Plush Café is an independent business located on Stonegate, right in the beautiful historic centre of York.

Plush offers something different. We have three themed dining rooms - the Garden Room with its swing seats, the Art Deco-inspired Neon Room, and the luxurious, floor cushion-filled Bohemian Room.

Our food is special too. Over-the-top cakes, Afternoon Tea and a delicious, Instagram-worthy food menu, which includes vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options. All served with our signature edible flowers. Pair with a Plush colourful latte for that extra special experience.

We can’t forget the Plush boutique store - a paradise for the homeware addicted! With gorgeous finds that are sure to delight and bring some colour and fun into your daily life. Fall in love with a flamingo teapot, sloth mug, or a llama salt and pepper set. Come enter the eccentric, eclectic world of Plush Café!

Open: Mon-Fri: 10am-6pm, Sat: 9.30am-6pm, Sun: 10am-5.30pm

18 York Taste Guide THREE LEGGED MARE High Petergate, York, YO1 7EN | 01904 638246 threeleggedmare@york-brewery.co.uk | blacksheepbrewery.com Known locally as the ‘Wonky Donkey’, this award-winning pub is just a stone’s throw from York Minster with an exciting range of beers and ciders to sample. Always dog friendly.

Open: Mon-Sun 11am-12midnight

VALHALLA 4 Patrick Pool, York YO1 8BB | 01904 653999 | valhallayork.com Twitter: @ValhallaYork | Facebook: @ValhallaYork 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 enquiries@yorktap.com | Fb: @YorkTap | Tw: @YorkTap 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.

Mon-Thurs 10am-11pm, Fri & Sat 10am-11.40pm, Sun 11am-11pm

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ZAAP THAI 7 Lendal, York. YO1 8AQ | 01904 626691 | york@zaapthai.co.uk zaapthai.co.uk | Fb: /ZaapYork | Tw: @ZaapThai Zaap Thai has brought Thailand’s world-famous street food to York.

Zaap will transport you to Bangkok with no passport required. You can even enjoy your dinner in a real tuktuk!

Open: Mon-Thurs 11am-10.30pm Fri-Sat 11am-11pm Sun 12pm-10.30pm

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Image: The Cookery School at The Grand

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