York Guide
Food scene
No visit to York is complete without a trip to the famous Betty's Tea Rooms. A traditional tea room suitable for breakfast, lunch or tea. Definitely worth a visit.
Top Tip: You can't book for Betty's so expect to queue for a table, especially during peak times.
Best for: Afternoon Tea.
Children: Betty's is suitable for children with a childrens menu.
Dogs: Assistance dogs only.
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Bettys Café Tea Rooms
6-8 St. Helen’s SquareNo visit to York is complete without a trip to the famous Betty's Tea Rooms. A traditional tea room suitable for breakfast, lunch or tea. Definitely worth a visit.
Top Tip: You can't book for Betty's so expect to queue for a table, especially during peak times.
Best for: Afternoon Tea.
Children: Betty's is suitable for children with a childrens menu.
Dogs: Assistance dogs only.
Located in the old Engine House on the edge of York's Museum Gardens, close to the historic Lendal Bridge and Tower, The Star Inn The City has an enviable riverside position.
The Brasserie-style restaurant opened in 2013, after Andrew Pern of the Michelin-starred Star Inn at Harome joined the building owners in their quest to establish a food-led celebration destination in one of York's unique locations.
Top Tip: Book in advance.
Best for: Good food in a great location.
Children: Suitable for children. Childrens menu available.
Dogs: Not in the main dining room, but in a separate dining room or bar area. Booking in advance is recommended if bringing a dog.
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The Star Inn the City
Museum StreetLocated in the old Engine House on the edge of York's Museum Gardens, close to the historic Lendal Bridge and Tower, The Star Inn The City has an enviable riverside position.
The Brasserie-style restaurant opened in 2013, after Andrew Pern of the Michelin-starred Star Inn at Harome joined the building owners in their quest to establish a food-led celebration destination in one of York's unique locations.
Top Tip: Book in advance.
Best for: Good food in a great location.
Children: Suitable for children. Childrens menu available.
Dogs: Not in the main dining room, but in a separate dining room or bar area. Booking in advance is recommended if bringing a dog.
Melton's is a two minute walk from the house and is suited most to couples who enjoy fine dining. Melton’s is a fine dining restaurant serving modern British food and it was Michael’s position as Chef Proprietor, which made it one of York’s leading restaurant. The kitchen is now lead by Head Chef Calvin Miller, who has worked with Michael for over 10 years. Melton’s is featured in all the major food guides, has a rating of five in the Good Food Guide and Two AA Rosettes.
Melton’s is renowned for serving high quality food in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Front of House is still run by Michael’s wife Lucy, who is also behind the ever-changing, eclectic, wine list.
Best for: Fine Dining
Children: Not suitable for children.
Dogs: No
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Melton's Restaurant
7 Scarcroft RdMelton's is a two minute walk from the house and is suited most to couples who enjoy fine dining. Melton’s is a fine dining restaurant serving modern British food and it was Michael’s position as Chef Proprietor, which made it one of York’s leading restaurant. The kitchen is now lead by Head Chef Calvin Miller, who has worked with Michael for over 10 years. Melton’s is featured in all the major food guides, has a rating of five in the Good Food Guide and Two AA Rosettes.
Melton’s is renowned for serving high quality food in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Front of House is still run by Michael’s wife Lucy, who is also behind the ever-changing, eclectic, wine list.
Best for: Fine Dining
Children: Not suitable for children.
Dogs: No
Comfortable, casual and stylish, The Cut & Craft has been newly renovated to the highest of standards. From their in-house master butcher to our flagship flat iron steak, you’ll find something to love at The Cut & Craft.
Top Tip: Tag it on to anything you are doing in the city centre.
Best for: Steak and atmosphere. Right in the city centre.
Children: Great for children. Childrens menu available.
Dogs: No.
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The Cut & Craft
8 St Sampsons SquareComfortable, casual and stylish, The Cut & Craft has been newly renovated to the highest of standards. From their in-house master butcher to our flagship flat iron steak, you’ll find something to love at The Cut & Craft.
Top Tip: Tag it on to anything you are doing in the city centre.
Best for: Steak and atmosphere. Right in the city centre.
Children: Great for children. Childrens menu available.
Dogs: No.
Lucia’s flagship restaurant is located in the heart of York, just minutes away from iconic landmarks including York Minster and The Shambles. Relax in their heated courtyard for al fresco dining, or venture inside to enjoy their stylish restaurant and 1st floor lounge bar. Lucia's is the perfect destination to celebrate, catch up and relax with friends and family, both day and night.
Top Tip: City centrre location but you can't book.
Best for: Alfresco dining in their beuatiful courtyard.
Children: Great for children. Childrens menu available.
Dogs: Small space outside accepts dogs when dining.
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Lucia Restaurant
13 SwinegateLucia’s flagship restaurant is located in the heart of York, just minutes away from iconic landmarks including York Minster and The Shambles. Relax in their heated courtyard for al fresco dining, or venture inside to enjoy their stylish restaurant and 1st floor lounge bar. Lucia's is the perfect destination to celebrate, catch up and relax with friends and family, both day and night.
Top Tip: City centrre location but you can't book.
Best for: Alfresco dining in their beuatiful courtyard.
Children: Great for children. Childrens menu available.
Dogs: Small space outside accepts dogs when dining.
Partisan is a vibrant, independent coffee shop, licensed restaurant and arts space on Micklegate in York. Great local produce in a great location, close to the house and the city centre.
Top Tip: Their full breakfast is amazing!
Best for: Brunch/ Lunch and fabulous cakes!
Children: Great for children. Childrens menu available.
Dogs: No.
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Partisan
112 MicklegatePartisan is a vibrant, independent coffee shop, licensed restaurant and arts space on Micklegate in York. Great local produce in a great location, close to the house and the city centre.
Top Tip: Their full breakfast is amazing!
Best for: Brunch/ Lunch and fabulous cakes!
Children: Great for children. Childrens menu available.
Dogs: No.
The Ivy St Helen’s Square Brasserie brings friendly, sophisticated all-day dining to the city of York. From modern British cuisine to brasserie-style classics and fantastic vegan and vegetarian dishes, there’s something for everyone to love, seven days a week.
Within easy reach of the city’s most iconic sites, including York Minster and the National Railway Museum, The Ivy offers a luxurious haven for tourists and locals alike. A striking, marble-topped bar and locally inspired artwork are a feast for the eyes, while burnt orange leather banquettes offer comfort and a vibrant pop of colour.
Top Tip: Book in advance.
Best for: Dinner.
Children: Children welcome. Childrens menu available.
Dogs: No.
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The Ivy St Helen's Square York
2 St. Helen’s SquareThe Ivy St Helen’s Square Brasserie brings friendly, sophisticated all-day dining to the city of York. From modern British cuisine to brasserie-style classics and fantastic vegan and vegetarian dishes, there’s something for everyone to love, seven days a week.
Within easy reach of the city’s most iconic sites, including York Minster and the National Railway Museum, The Ivy offers a luxurious haven for tourists and locals alike. A striking, marble-topped bar and locally inspired artwork are a feast for the eyes, while burnt orange leather banquettes offer comfort and a vibrant pop of colour.
Top Tip: Book in advance.
Best for: Dinner.
Children: Children welcome. Childrens menu available.
Dogs: No.
Parks
This park is just a few minutes walk from the house and is great if you are visiting with children or dogs.
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Rowntree Park
Terry AvenueThis park is just a few minutes walk from the house and is great if you are visiting with children or dogs.
On Your Doorstep
I have included here cafes, restaurants, takeaways and grocery stores that are on the same street as 23 Bishopgate Street. They are all pratically on the doorstep!
Robinsons is almost on our door step. In some of the photos listed on Airbnb for 23 Bishopgate St you may have notcied a delicious looking breakfast- it was from Robinsons!
A small, independent cafe providing an excellent brunch, among many other delicious dishes.
Top Tip: No bookings taken.
Best for: Brunch
Children: Great for children.
Dogs: Yes.
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Robinsons Cafe
7 Bishopthorpe RdRobinsons is almost on our door step. In some of the photos listed on Airbnb for 23 Bishopgate St you may have notcied a delicious looking breakfast- it was from Robinsons!
A small, independent cafe providing an excellent brunch, among many other delicious dishes.
Top Tip: No bookings taken.
Best for: Brunch
Children: Great for children.
Dogs: Yes.
Their cool bio... We serve Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Sandwiches, Salads, Daily Changing Specials, Home Baking, relationship advice, Tripadvisor bribes and more...
A small, independent cafe providing an excellent brunch, among many other delicious dishes.
Top Tip: No bookings taken.
Best for: Brunch
Children: Great for children.
Dogs: Yes.
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The Pig
35 Bishopthorpe RdTheir cool bio... We serve Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Sandwiches, Salads, Daily Changing Specials, Home Baking, relationship advice, Tripadvisor bribes and more...
A small, independent cafe providing an excellent brunch, among many other delicious dishes.
Top Tip: No bookings taken.
Best for: Brunch
Children: Great for children.
Dogs: Yes.
Brilliant Thai food, to eat in or takeaway. Just down the street from the holiday let.
Top Tip: If you want a takeaway at the weekend, get your order in early.
Best for: Thai Food.
Children: Suitable for children.
Dogs: No.
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Rice Style
21 Bishopthorpe RdBrilliant Thai food, to eat in or takeaway. Just down the street from the holiday let.
Top Tip: If you want a takeaway at the weekend, get your order in early.
Best for: Thai Food.
Children: Suitable for children.
Dogs: No.
Melton's is a two minute walk from the house and is suited most to couples who enjoy fine dining. Melton’s is a fine dining restaurant serving modern British food and it was Michael’s position as Chef Proprietor, which made it one of York’s leading restaurant. The kitchen is now lead by Head Chef Calvin Miller, who has worked with Michael for over 10 years. Melton’s is featured in all the major food guides, has a rating of five in the Good Food Guide and Two AA Rosettes.
Melton’s is renowned for serving high quality food in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Front of House is still run by Michael’s wife Lucy, who is also behind the ever-changing, eclectic, wine list.
Best for: Fine Dining
Children: Not suitable for children.
Dogs: No
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Melton's Restaurant
7 Scarcroft RdMelton's is a two minute walk from the house and is suited most to couples who enjoy fine dining. Melton’s is a fine dining restaurant serving modern British food and it was Michael’s position as Chef Proprietor, which made it one of York’s leading restaurant. The kitchen is now lead by Head Chef Calvin Miller, who has worked with Michael for over 10 years. Melton’s is featured in all the major food guides, has a rating of five in the Good Food Guide and Two AA Rosettes.
Melton’s is renowned for serving high quality food in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Front of House is still run by Michael’s wife Lucy, who is also behind the ever-changing, eclectic, wine list.
Best for: Fine Dining
Children: Not suitable for children.
Dogs: No
There is a small Sainsbury's Local mini market at the other end of the street from the holiday let. Here you will find all of your essential groceries.
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Sainsbury's Local
63 Boar LnThere is a small Sainsbury's Local mini market at the other end of the street from the holiday let. Here you will find all of your essential groceries.
Located almost next door to the house, this is a fabulous, small, community pub, with excellent food. Would highly recommend for a few drinks and their lovely food. It's only 10 steps away from the house with a lovely atmosphere.
Top Tip: Their homemade, stone baked pizza's are great for eating in or taking away.
Best for: Local tapas and real ales.
Children: Day time and early evening, it's great for children.
Dogs: Yes.
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The Angel On The Green
2 Bishopthorpe RdLocated almost next door to the house, this is a fabulous, small, community pub, with excellent food. Would highly recommend for a few drinks and their lovely food. It's only 10 steps away from the house with a lovely atmosphere.
Top Tip: Their homemade, stone baked pizza's are great for eating in or taking away.
Best for: Local tapas and real ales.
Children: Day time and early evening, it's great for children.
Dogs: Yes.
Costcutter
12-14 Bishopthorpe RdSmall, local convenience stories with essential, every day items.
Sightseeing
York Minster
Deangate
Jórvík Viking Centre
19 CoppergateDIG: An Archaeological Adventure
Saint Saviourgate
National Railway Museum
Leeman RoadThe Original Ghost Walk of York
King's StaithClifford's Tower
Tower StYork's Chocolate Story
3-4 Kings SquareCity Cruises York King's Staith Landing
King's StaithStadtmauern von York auf römischer Festung
Emergency Services
Address: Wigginton Road, York, YO31 8HE
Tel: 01904 631313
Distance: 1.8 miles
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York Hospital
Wigginton RoadAddress: Wigginton Road, York, YO31 8HE
Tel: 01904 631313
Distance: 1.8 miles
Address: 31-33 Monkgate, York, YO31 7WA
Tel: 01423 542240
Distance: 1.9 miles
Monkgate Health Centre Dental Department
31-33 MonkgateAddress: 31-33 Monkgate, York, YO31 7WA
Tel: 01423 542240
Distance: 1.9 miles