Award Winning Restaurants by Tommy Banks

In total, there are 3 award winning restaurants operated by Tommy Banks in the UK and Ireland, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

The best restaurant owned or operated by Tommy Banks in the UK and Ireland is The Black Swan at Oldstead in York (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where the kitchen team serve up award winning Creative British Cuisine. The Black Swan at Oldstead currently holds 1 Michelin Star and 4 AA Rosettes.

There are currently 2 listed Michelin Star restaurants owned or operated by Tommy Banks in the UK and Ireland consisting of 2 restaurants holding 1 Michelin Star. There is also 1 restaurant holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

Restaurants operated by Tommy Banks currently hold a total of 2 Michelin Stars in the UK and Ireland. Remember, Michelin state clearly that Michelin Stars are always awarded to (and held by) a restaurant, not by an individual chef.

There are currently 2 listed AA Rosette restaurants owned or operated by Tommy Banks in the UK and Ireland consisting of 1 restaurant holding 4 AA Rosettes and 1 restaurant holding 3 AA Rosettes.

Restaurants operated by Tommy Banks currently hold a total of 7 AA Rosettes in the UK. As with many guides, The AA always award AA Rosettes to a restaurant, not to a particular chef.

Thomas "Tommy" Banks, a beacon of brilliance in the UK's culinary landscape, ascended to the zenith of stardom when he became the youngest chef to receive a Michelin star at the tender age of 24. His rustic upbringing in the English countryside, perhaps, inspired his connection with fresh, home-grown ingredients. Born in rural Oldstead, North Yorkshire, Banks began his professional sojourn in the kitchens of his family-owned Black Swan. A restaurant, that under his auspices, not only won a Michelin Star, but also was named the world's best by TripAdvisor in 2017. Tommy's illustrious career is not confined to his meticulous mastery of the Black Swan. Venturing on, he opened Roots in September 2018, paving the way for refined food enthusiasts in York city's heart. Banks's ethos of 'field to fork' is resonant in his seasonally evolving menus, showcasing the produce and changing landscapes of his beloved Yorkshire. His larger-than-life personality and undeniable charisma have landed him on television, with notable appearances on BBC's 'The Great British Menu', where he won twice, and on 'MasterChef UK.' His natural flair for enthusiasm and cordiality has made him a household name, captivating audiences far beyond the confines of a television screen or restaurant. His life, career and the love for the culinary arts are a testament to his commitment and passion that have made him into an iconic figure in the UK's gastronomic scene.