14 of the Best Restaurants in North Yorkshire

The Fairfax Arms
Main Street, Gilling East YO62 4JH
01439 788212
thefairfaxarms.co.uk
Here in the restaurant and orangery, tasty dishes are served with excellent quality produce. It’s the perfect spot for either popping in for a quick supper or winding down with a gourmet meal for a special occasion. Executive chef Michael Kenworthy and his team use locally-sourced fresh produce and the menus change seasonally. Seeking something special? Try the pan-seared duck breast with dauphinoise potatoes. Got room for more? How about the traditional pear and apple crumble? There’s an extensive wine list to pair.

The Coach House at Middleton Lodge
Kneeton Lane, Middleton Tyas, Richmond DL10 6NJ
01325 377977
middletonlodge.co.uk
The chefs at The Coach House work closely with their gardening team to bring sustainably-focused food from the estate to your plate – and they work with local producers to bring you the best the North has to offer. Their seasonal dishes are always packed full of flavour, from smoked salmon crumpet with poached Wensleydale eggs to grilled Hartlepool mackerel with garden chervil mayonnaise. Whether you’re celebrating or treating yourself, you can be sure of a relaxed dining experience within characterful surroundings.

The Lime Tree Inn
Branton Lane, Great Ouseburn YO26 9RS
01423 324100
thelimetreeinn.com
In Great Ouseburn, between the Yorkshire Dales and Moors, The Lime Tree Inn is a family-run country pub serving seriously good food in relaxed and friendly surroundings. A brand new pub, it opened its door for the first time in September 2020, and is a gem yet to be discovered by many. The kitchen is led by Rob, a dedicated chef who by the age of 21 was running a Michelin-starred restaurant in London. He prides himself on making everything in house and only using great local produce. The menu is seasonal and is constantly evolving depending on what is available on the market, as well as from their own allotment. The Lime Tree Inn is slowly building a reputation and growing by word of mouth – you won’t want to miss out.

The Black Swan at Oldstead 
Oldstead YO61 4BL
01347 868387
blackswanoldstead.co.uk
Owned and run by Tommy Banks and his family, who have lived and farmed around Oldstead for generations; Michelin-starred, 4 AA Rosette restaurant The Black Swan needs little introduction. They offer just one tasting menu which is inspired by the ingredients that they grow and forage in and around Oldstead. It’s a food experience that’s hard to beat.

The Royal Oak 
Gillamoor YO62 7HX
01751 431414
theroyaloakgillamoor.co.uk
This is a proper village pub with honest food and plenty of diverse options for vegetarians, including mushroom, brie, roasted nut, spinach and cranberry puff pastry Wellington. Pescatarians will also be delighted by the seafood options, such as pan-fried fillet of salmon, topped with a fresh basil and parmesan crust

Ox Pasture Hall
Lady Edith’s Drive, Scarborough YO12 5TD
01723 365295
oxpasturehallhotel.com
Sticking to a philosophy of ‘keeping it simple’, Ox Pasture Hall are firm believers that buying the best quality ingredients and cooking them well will let the flavours speak for themselves. This is clear to see in their courtyard restaurant, showcasing the best of Yorkshire with local ingredients. Why not try their namesake, and order slow-cooked ox cheek with bacon lardons, mushrooms, carrots, mashed potato, crispy shallots and a rich sauce?

The Talbot Hotel 
Yorkersgate, Malton YO17 7AJ
01653 639096
talbotmalton.co.uk
This elegant hotel stands as a culinary beacon at the entrance to Malton (Yorkshire’s foodie capital). Whether you choose to dine in the bar or the restaurant, you’re promised a friendly service. The seasonal menus feature the finest locally-sourced ingredients and the afternoon tea is delicious.