Guidebook for York
Food Scene
Exquisite food! Great atmosphere and the sangria is wonderful.
35 locals recommend
Ambiente Tapas Fossgate
31 FossgateExquisite food! Great atmosphere and the sangria is wonderful.
Situated on the river, a converted tower building with stunning decor and spiral staircases, this is one of my favourite spots. From brunch to late night cocktails! Outdoor seating too for sunny days. :)
23 locals recommend
Dyls
Skeldergate BridgeSituated on the river, a converted tower building with stunning decor and spiral staircases, this is one of my favourite spots. From brunch to late night cocktails! Outdoor seating too for sunny days. :)
This place is on point with their menu, serving fresh, delicious takes on modern trending foods, like vegan pancakes, turmeric lattes and avocado toast. They also serve meaty dishes if that’s more your thing. Their fresh juices are divine! I reccomend the ‘Zen’ juice. Perfect brunch spot!
11 locals recommend
Filmore & Union
62A Low PetergateThis place is on point with their menu, serving fresh, delicious takes on modern trending foods, like vegan pancakes, turmeric lattes and avocado toast. They also serve meaty dishes if that’s more your thing. Their fresh juices are divine! I reccomend the ‘Zen’ juice. Perfect brunch spot!
Drinks & Nightlife
This underground bar is one of my favourite spots, specialising in gin and often hosting jazz or live acoustic music nights, the atmosphere is wonderful and cosy, lots of candles. They also serve tapas!
30 locals recommend
Sotano
1 Little StonegateThis underground bar is one of my favourite spots, specialising in gin and often hosting jazz or live acoustic music nights, the atmosphere is wonderful and cosy, lots of candles. They also serve tapas!
Sutlers is gorgeous, one of my favourite places in the city. They offer food, from brunch to dinner, and very well-made cocktails. Be sure to head upstairs and check out the private Gin Room! Hidden away and great if you want a bit of privacy. Also live music on Thursdays and Sundays.
8 locals recommend
Sutlers Bar & Kitchen
54-56 FossgateSutlers is gorgeous, one of my favourite places in the city. They offer food, from brunch to dinner, and very well-made cocktails. Be sure to head upstairs and check out the private Gin Room! Hidden away and great if you want a bit of privacy. Also live music on Thursdays and Sundays.
Parks & Nature
Located right in the heart of the city by the river, this beautiful public garden is home to gorgeous arched ruins of York Abbey, trees, flowers, squirrels and the museum itself. Lovely spot for a picnic or a wander.
127 locals recommend
Museum Gardens
Museum StreetLocated right in the heart of the city by the river, this beautiful public garden is home to gorgeous arched ruins of York Abbey, trees, flowers, squirrels and the museum itself. Lovely spot for a picnic or a wander.
Shopping
This famous Harry Potter themed shop is a must-see, like stepping in to Hogwarts itself! Perfect for picking up gifts for any lovers of this iconic wizarding world or simply having a look around.
The Shop That Must Not Be Named
30 ShamblesThis famous Harry Potter themed shop is a must-see, like stepping in to Hogwarts itself! Perfect for picking up gifts for any lovers of this iconic wizarding world or simply having a look around.
Entertainment & Activities
Picturehouse is right on the river in town, with a bar and Terrace, and downstairs venue which often hosts gigs and comedy nights. A very classy place which offers all round entertainment!
67 locals recommend
City Screen Picturehouse York
13-17 Coney StPicturehouse is right on the river in town, with a bar and Terrace, and downstairs venue which often hosts gigs and comedy nights. A very classy place which offers all round entertainment!
York’s newest and trendiest cinema, with velvet sofas, a luxe Art Deco interior and table service of food and cocktails, Everyman is perfect for a date night.
30 locals recommend
Everyman Cinema York
Blossom StreetYork’s newest and trendiest cinema, with velvet sofas, a luxe Art Deco interior and table service of food and cocktails, Everyman is perfect for a date night.