Best Restaurants in North Yorkshire

In total, there are 81 award winning restaurants in North Yorkshire, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in North Yorkshire? 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 North Yorkshire is The Angel at Hetton in Skipton (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Michael Wignall serves up award winning Modern Cuisine. The Angel at Hetton currently holds 1 Michelin Star, 5 AA Rosettes and a ranking of 26th in UK in the Hardens Top 100.

There are currently 7 listed Michelin Star restaurants in North Yorkshire consisting of 7 restaurants holding 1 Michelin Star. There is also 1 restaurant holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 26 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 67 listed AA Rosette restaurants in North Yorkshire consisting of 1 restaurant holding 5 AA Rosettes, 2 restaurants holding 4 AA Rosettes, 13 restaurants holding 3 AA Rosettes, 23 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 28 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

Nestled within the heart of the United Kingdom, North Yorkshire holds within its scenic landscapes a medley of historical and contemporary culinary experiences. Its diverse food scene has, for centuries, combined the elegance of traditional British cooking with exciting continental influences. North Yorkshire's geography, boasting rolling hillside pastures, fertile valley floors and a scenic coastline, has shaped its rich agricultural heritage which leads to a bounty of local produce - from prized North Sea fish to heather-fed lamb, and the freshest vegetables and fruits. Many of these restaurants pride themselves on farm-to-table ethos, integrating seasonal produce into their menus and creating a food experience that delightfully echoes the rustic, yet refined, charm of Yorkshire itself. The history of North Yorkshire's food scene is a delectable tapestry of tradition and innovation that weaves through its townships, offering food lovers an immersive journey through time. From the time-honoured tearooms of Harrogate, famed for their afternoon tea, that transport you to an era past, to the Michelin-starred restaurants of York, which pioneer culinary advancements, every experience is steeped in character. It's not surprising thus, to find the cosy gastro-pubs of the Yorkshire Dales, celebrated for their local ales and hearty stews, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with chic cafes and food pop-ups infusing global flavours into Yorkshire's culinary framework. The unwavering dedication to quality, from the sourcing of ingredients to the execution of recipes, is a testament to North Yorkshire's enduring reputation within UK's gastronomic landscape. Attention to detail is the common thread that interlinks the vast expanse of eateries throughout this proud and characterful county.