The Abbey Inn

The Abbey Inn, Byland, York, YO61 4BD
No Rosettes
AA Guide
Not in Top 100
Hardens
Not in Top Rated
Good Food Guide
Contact information
Opening times
12:00 - 11:00 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
5:00 - 11:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 - 11:00 PM
Thursday
12:00 - 11:00 PM
Friday
12:00 - 11:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 - 9:00 PM
Sunday
Chef
Tommy Banks, Charlie Smith
Nearest train station
Thirsk
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The Abbey Inn restaurant reviews

Google Reviews

Average rating: 4.6
Latest review:

We went for Sunday lunch and it was simply amazing. The beef was delicious and my wife loved the cod. Wish I could have the desserts everyday! Brilliant, thank you

David Moore

The Abbey Inn guide awards history

Date Guide Old Award New Award
September 2023 Michelin Guide Added to Guide
Michelin Guide Listed

Our review of The Abbey Inn (February 2025)

Relaunched in May 2023 as the latest restaurant from celebrity chef Tommy Banks, The Abbey Inn is a country pub sat in the village of Byland, overlooking the famed Byland Abbey. The pub is just over a mile away from Mr Banks' original restaurant The Black Swan (where I'd enjoyed a very good meal a few years ago) and having been awarded a Michelin Guide listing in September 2023, I was reasonably expectant of a quality meal (despite some fairly inconsistent online reviews from regular punters) as I rocked up for lunch with my wife and two young children, on a sunny February Saturday....

The Abbey Inn FAQs

Does The Abbey Inn have a Michelin Star?

No, The Abbey Inn is listed in the Michelin Guide but currently holds a standard Michelin Guide listing, which was awarded in September 2023.

How many AA Rosettes does The Abbey Inn hold in the AA Guide?

The Abbey Inn does not currently hold any AA Rosettes.

What is the address of The Abbey Inn in York?

The Abbey Inn, Byland, York, YO61 4BD.

What is the telephone number for The Abbey Inn in York?

01347 868204.

What is the contact email address for The Abbey Inn in York?

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Where is the nearest train station to The Abbey Inn?

The nearest train station to The Abbey Inn is Thirsk, approximately 8.75 miles away (as the crow flies).

What style of food do they serve at The Abbey Inn?

Our most recent description of the cuisine type served at The Abbey Inn is Modern Cuisine.

Does The Abbey Inn serve afternoon tea?

No, according to our records The Abbey Inn does not currently serve afternoon tea.

Who is the Head Chef at The Abbey Inn?

Our last recorded senior chefs at The Abbey Inn are Tommy Banks, Charlie Smith.

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