Oh, Knaresborough. You beautiful jewel of Yorkshire. A popular spot with tourists in the summer due to its beautiful viaduct that strides the River Nidd – it’s home to plenty of cafes that have stunning views over the river. Away from the river, it has some fantastic independent shops and restaurants – and we want to shout about some of the best restaurants in Knaresborough for you to try on your next visit.
After you’ve had a potter along the riverside and ventured to the castle to enjoy the best view of the viaduct, you may want to head into the historic market town and try some of the Knaresborough restaurants and their offerings. From pizza to pub grub, these are some of its tasty offerings – and for a small town, it offers some top-notch food.
So, what are the best restaurants in Knaresborough for you to try?
1. Two Brothers Grill and Pizzeria
The list is in no particular order, but first on the list is Two Brothers Grill and Pizzeria. They describe themselves as an ‘easygoing restaurant specializing in Italian cuisine, including pizza & pasta dishes’, which is great for us because one thing we love is chilled vibes. Menu highlights include their massive Big Boy Calzone, which looks like an absolute beast. The rest of the menu offers classic Italian vibes with garlic bread, pizzas, and pasta, and there are a lot of sides to choose from. What more could you want? Find out more here.
Location: Castle Courtyard, 10-13, Knaresborough HG5 8AE
2. Carriages
This family-run bar and restaurant is next on the list of best restaurants in Knaresborough. Serving up a seasonal menu of gastro pub delights with a modern twist on the high street, Carriages is great for all occasions. Whether you fancy a few small plates over some pints, a nice Sunday Roast or all the tasty pub grub classics they’ll have you covered with a range of craft ales, small-batch gin, cocktails and more to help wash it down. Find out more here.
Location: 87-89 High St, Knaresborough HG5 0HL
3. 1858 Restaurant & Bar
Offering a fine dining experience, casual steak dinners as well as offering a stunning Sunday Roast, 1858 Restaurant & Bar is situated at the old Natwest Bank Building in Knaresborough. You can enjoy a menu consisting a flavourful food such as flat iron steaks, Barnsley lamb chops and other tasty treats. The food looks absolutely stunning – and it’s one we are adding to our list to visit for sure. And it can be washed down with plenty of locals ales and spirits. Find out more here.
Location: 1858 Restaurant & Bar, 42 High St, Knaresborough HG5 0EQ
4. Six Poor Folk
An independent cafe bar and bistro in Knaresborough, Six Poor Folk is serving up a range of small plates in its tapas menu along with juicy burgers and Sunday Roasts. It one bar of the year 2024 at the Hospitality awards and is set in one of Knaresborough’s oldest buildings dating back to 1480 just off the ancient market square. Whether you’re coming for a great local beer, cider or lovely wine to listen to some live music, or a nice sit down meal this is one of Knaresborough’s best restaurants. Find out more here.
Location: Six Poor Folk, 25 Castlegate, Knaresborough HG5 8AR
5. So Bar & Eats
The award-winning, independently run bar and restaurant offers high quality freshly prepared food in a contemporary bar. So Bar & Eats is the perfect spot in Knaresborough whether you’re looking for some for fine dining, stylish dishes bursting with seasonal flavours from innovative dishes to good ol’ comfort classics. Find out more here
Location: So Bar & Eats, 1 Silver Street, Knaresborough, HG5 8AJ
6. The Guy Fawkes Arms
This country pub is located just outside of Knaresborough in the village of Scotton, The Guy Fawkes Arms offers all the trappings of a village pub. You can expect historic details from the 17th century pub perfect for when you fancy a pint in a quaint pub. They serve up some hearty gastro pub vibes from classics such as fish & chips, chunky burgers and steak and ale pie. And, of course it wouldn’t be a country pub without a stunning Sunday Roast. Find out more here.
Location: The Guy Fawkes Arms, Main St, Knaresborough HG5 9HU
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