If there’s one thing we all must do once in our lives – it’s eat food created by a Michelin star chef, ideally somewhere in beautiful Yorkshire where we can truly experience the flavours of our region. And when it comes to fine cuisine, there are a number of chefs leading the way right here, in God’s Own Country. From the cosy gastropubs combining unique flavours that we’ll never find elsewhere, to those making literal art – here’s our guide to all of the Michelin star restaurants in Yorkshire, and what makes them so special.
1. The Angel at Hetton
Found just a short drive out of Skipton in one of the most tranquil Yorkshire Dales villages, The Angel at Hetton is one of the true greats. From the moment you step out of your car.
The stunning 15th-century gastropub is like a tardis, on the outside, retaining its traditional Yorkshire stone, and on the inside, unfolding multiple bright, airy and ultra-modern dining rooms that transport you into Michael Wignall’s world. And boy, is that a great world to be in.
If there’s one thing to look out for, it’s Wignall’s extra special craftsmanship, which appears throughout his menus with unexpected works of art – including snacks that disguise themselves among decoration and combine flavours such as eel and chocolate. I won’t spoil anymore, because part of the fun here is the element of surprise (expect to ‘ooh’ and ‘aah’ a lot).
From Sunday lunch tasting menus, to seasonal a la carte, this is the ultimate dining destination for Yorkshire foodies.
The Angel at Hetton, Back Ln, Hetton, Skipton, BD23 6LT.
2. The Pipe and Glass, South Dalton
Found in South Dalton, this relaxed East Yorkshire spot has held a Michelin star for over a decade now – and they haven’t let up when it comes to quality or service.
The decor is warm and comforting (just like the food), with a lovely traditional pub-style space to lounge in with a drink, too – the perfect place to sink a glass of vino before heading into the dining room.
In terms of the menu, Pipe and Glass prove they’re proud to be Yorkshire, with plenty of locally sourced and homegrown ingredients to enjoy. Menus reflect the seasons, but at the heart, they remain unapologetically British – with elevated classics such as Yorkshire Dales lamb, bubble and squeak and game often gracing the menu.
Pipe and Glass, W End, South Dalton, Beverley, HU17 7PN.
3. The Black Swan At Oldstead
The Black Swan at Oldstead sits right on the edge of the North York Moors – with talented chef Tommy Banks (once the youngest Michelin-starred chef in the country) at the helm of this culinary powerhouse.
It’s always been a real family affair at the venue, with a true passion for both food and hospitality running through the Banks family’s blood.
The menu most certainly doesn’t disappoint, either. Using ingredients grown and foraged on the family farm in Oldstead, the kitchen team makes every effort to bring flavour by the bucketload, with a concise tasting menu on offer providing the very best of Yorkshire – be it local fish, game and meats, or produce fermented, pickled or aged on-site. Every bite of food at a Tommy Banks venue is to be savoured.
The Black Swan, Oldstead, York, YO61 4BL.
4. The Star Inn at Harome, Helmsley
There’s something extra special about The Star Inn. From its iconic thatched-roof preserving its 14th-century beginnings, to its quintessentially British, cosy interior. There’s a lot to take in before you’ve even been seated (and after, if you spot the various nicknacks on display in the pub section).
And the food isn’t left behind in the “specialness” of it all, either. Holding its Michelin-starred reputation for quite some time, The Star Inn offers seasonal menus inspired by available game and local produce – including deer, partridge and even seafood sourced from nearby Whitby – Chef Andrew Pern’s hometown.
Matched wines are available to elevate the experience, sourced from all over the world to create incredible taste fusions. Pern playfully puts a spin on his Northern roots, from his black pudding fois gras to posh crumpets and even proper chip shop chips.
The Star Inn at Harome, Main St, Harome, Harome, YO62 5JE.
5. Roots, York
Roots is the first restaurant in York to be given the prestigious Michelin star. Owned by Tommy Banks, who also owns The Black Swan at Oldstead, Roots opened back in 2018, bringing high-end farm-to-table dining to the Medieval city.
Similarly to the Black Swan – the beating heart of the Banks empire – Roots offers fresh and airy dining with a traditional pub feel, with more experimentation making for a truly unique experience.
The team ferments, candies, pickles and ages on site, creating unique ingredients you won’t find anywhere else in the world – ingredients that elevate dishes made of the freshest Oldstead-grown produce.
Everything on the tasting menus is elevated with the team’s fermented/pickled/candied/aged ingredients – many of which are on display in jars throughout the venue – making each and every bite as exciting as the next as you figure out the flavours.
Roots, 68 Marygate, York, YO30 7BH.
6. Shaun Rankin at Grantley Hall, Ripon
Grantley Hall may be known as the most luxurious hotel in Yorkshire – and the only Yorkshire hotel to hold a Michelin Key – but it’s also home to its very own Michelin Star restaurant, too, which boasts chef patron Shaun Rankin at the helm.
Proud of his Yorkshire heritage, the restaurant puts its kitchen garden front and centre with its Taste of Home menu, with tons of flavourful homegrown produce on offer, paired with ingredients sourced from nearby farms. It’s food that’ll bring you right back down to Earth, after, of course, reaching Cloud Nine while dining.
Shaun Rankin at Grantley Hall, Ripon, HG4 3ET.
7. Myse, Hovingham
Achieving a star last year, just months after opening, Myse is tucked away in the sleepy village of Hovingham, right on the edge of the Howardian Hills.
Honing in on all that North Yorkshire has to offer, Myse puts a spotlight on small-scale producers, giving guests a true taste of God’s Own Country. There are moments of Yorkshire nostalgia throughout the menu (a key dish being the Yorkshire pudding lollipop), but one of the most exciting elements is how intimate each sitting feels.
Guests can watch the team at work in the open kitchen, with the kitchen team coming to the tables to talk you through each and every dish. The drink pairings, in particular, are a huge highlight, too – even the non-alcoholic ones. A friendly, Northern approach to the tasting menu.
Myse, Main St, Hovingham, York, YO62 4LF.
8. Forge at Middleton Lodge
The latest Yorkshire restaurant to receive a Michelin Star, Forge at Middleton Lodge promises a timeless tasting experience, with Jake Jones at the helm taking inspiration from Yorkshire through the seasons.
The Estate grows a lot of its own produce, featuring on both the six and ten-course tasting menus on offer. Nature is prominent here, with stunning, tranquil surroundings (including a stunning on-site spa) helping to connect diners with the produce.
Forge, Middleton Lodge, Kneeton Ln, Middleton Tyas, Richmond, DL10 6NJ.
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