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The Fairfax Arms

The Fairfax Arms

The Fairfax Arms, Main Street, Gilling East, York, YO62 4JH
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Contact information
01439 788212
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Opening times
6:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Monday
6:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Tuesday
6:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Wednesday
6:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Thursday
6:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Friday
6:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Saturday
6:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sunday
Chef
Michael Kenworthy
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The Fairfax Arms restaurant reviews

Google Reviews

Average rating: 4.6
Latest review:

Loved this pub/restaurant. Staff friendly, my room was cosy with a comfy bed. All immaculate. Breakfast was included, plenty of choice. I had porridge. Booked The Fairfax exclusively to have lunch at The Abbey Inn in Byland, so can't comment on the location in terms of outdoor activities. Easy to get to Byland, Thirsk and York. Very pretty surrounding countryside.

Helen Jane Wilding

Best restaurant lists featuring The Fairfax Arms

Best restaurants in Yorkshire and The Humber (94th)
Best restaurants in North Yorkshire (64th)
Best restaurants in Yorkshire (89th)

Best gastropub lists featuring The Fairfax Arms

Best gastropubs in Yorkshire and The Humber (22nd)
Best gastropubs in North Yorkshire (17th)
Best gastropubs in Yorkshire (20th)

The Fairfax Arms guide awards history

Date Guide Old Award New Award
May 2024 AA Guide
AA RosetteAA Rosette
AA Rosette
April 2018 AA Guide
AA Rosette
AA RosetteAA Rosette
May 2016 AA Guide Added to Guide
AA Rosette

Our review of The Fairfax Arms (February 2025)

Describing itself as a traditional country inn, The Fairfax Arms is a well established restaurant situated in the village of Gilling East in the heart of the North Yorkshire countryside. Having first been awarded one AA rosette in 2016, two rosettes followed in 2018 and were held for six years before a demotion back to one rosette in 2024. Despite that, online reviews from regular punters have continued to be generally positive in the past year, so I was reasonably expectant of a decent meal as I rocked up for lunch with my wife and two young children, on a drizzly February Wednesday....

The Fairfax Arms FAQs

Is The Fairfax Arms listed in the Michelin Guide?

The Fairfax Arms is not currently listed in the Michelin Guide.

How many AA Rosettes does The Fairfax Arms hold in the AA Guide?

The Fairfax Arms currently holds 1 AA Rosette, which was awarded in May 2024. Before the AA Guide update of May 2024, The Fairfax Arms held 2 AA Rosettes.

What is the address of The Fairfax Arms in York?

The Fairfax Arms, Main Street, Gilling East, York, YO62 4JH.

What is the telephone number for The Fairfax Arms in York?

01439 788212

What is the contact email address for The Fairfax Arms in York?

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What style of food do they serve at The Fairfax Arms?

Our most recent description of the cuisine type served at The Fairfax Arms is Classic British.

Does The Fairfax Arms serve afternoon tea?

No, according to our records The Fairfax Arms does not currently serve afternoon tea.

Who is the Head Chef at The Fairfax Arms?

Our last recorded head chef at The Fairfax Arms is Michael Kenworthy.

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