Best Restaurants in Scarborough

In total, there are 3 award winning restaurants in Scarborough, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Scarborough? Remember at Leading Restaurants we only list restaurants holding awards from major restaurant guides; currently less than 3% of all restaurants in the UK and Ireland hold an award from a major guide.

The best restaurant in Scarborough is Thomas Carr at The Coast (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Thomas Carr serves up award winning Seafood. Thomas Carr at The Coast currently holds a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently no restaurants holding a Michelin Star in Scarborough, however there is 1 restaurant holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 2 listed AA Rosette restaurants in Scarborough consisting of 2 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

Situated in the enchanting county of North Yorkshire, Scarborough carries with it a significant pedigree rich in gastronomical history. Settled on England's northeast coastline, this charming town is an emblem of British seaside nostalgia, presenting an attractive array of ocean-derived culinary delights. For food enthusiasts and gastronomists, Scarborough is quite simply a paradise, its advantageous coastal position offering a plentiful bounty of fresh seafood, not to mention its strong tradition in classic British fare. Since time immemorial, Scarborough's restaurateurs and chefs have been harnessing the power of the sea, turning out delectable classics such as hearty fish and chips, served with the must-have mushy peas, tartare sauce and a good splash of malt vinegar. The fish auction at Scarborough Harbour—renowned as an unmissable spectacle of the early morning bustle—is a testament to the town's ingrained seafood tradition. Meanwhile, the emerging gastro-pubs, catering to the evolved palates of modern-day foodies, are equally adept at marrying innovation with tradition. The gastronomical journey through Scarborough is an emblematic experience of the United Kingdom's culinary world, a medley of past-kept traditions and contemporary flavours.