The seaside town of Whitby is one of Yorkshire’s most popular tourist spots and, with good reason. From the inspiration of Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula, the iconic 199 steps, to the beautiful seaside views, the town has a lot to offer visitors. It has some of the best fish & chip shops that you’ll find in the UK, but we aren’t looking at them in this article. Instead, we are focusing on the Whitby restaurants that you need to put on your bucket list for the next time you visit the Yorkshire coast town.
Whitby has some of the best bakeries, tea rooms and other independent shops, but it also has a brilliant culinary offering. Check out our list of some of Whitby’s best eateries below.
1. Humble Pie ‘n’ Mash
There’s no better place to start than Humble Pie ‘n’ Mash. This Whitby restaurant sits in the heart of the seaside town and its menu offers up hearty, affordable and most of all tasty pies made with locally sourced ingredients that are like one huge hug. The venue is like a blast from the past with its nostalgic 1940s decor.
We couldn’t recommend Humble Pie ‘n’ Mash’s menu any more than we have. If you’re looking for tasty, simple food done right, then get down. Humble Pie ‘N’ Mash, 163 Church Street, Whitby, YO22 4AS, United Kingdom YO22 4AS Whitby
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2. The Star Inn The Harbour
From the humble pie to Michelin-starred. Star Inn The Harbour is brought to you by Whitby-born chef Andrew Pern, whose name is synonymous with Star Inn at Harome and Star Inn The City. Bringing something back to his hometown, the Star Inn The Harbour’s menu features the catch of the day fish and meat specials along with produce from the North York Moors such as furred and feathered game.
Offering incredible views of the harbour, The Star Inn The Harbour is perfect for special occasions but also serves up traditional fish and chip lunch, for those looking for the perfect and posher Whitby restaurants. Star In The Harbour, Langborne Road YO21 1 Whitby
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3. Moutreys
Moutreys is a classic of the Whitby restaurants, serving up fantastic Italian dishes. All freshly prepared, you can enjoy fantastic pasta and pizza dishes made up of freshly caught seafood along with great meat dishes. Pizza is made in a traditional wood-fired oven and the menu has a great homely Italian vibe to it.
Found down the quaint cobbled streets of Grape Lane it’s a great little find. Whether you’re celebrating, or just looking for the perfect date venue, Whitby’s Moutreys menu will blow you away. Moutreys, 9 Grape Lane, Whitby, United Kingdom, YO224BA.
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4. Ditto
The intimate 20-seat restaurant is a family-run business that serves fresh local produce in modern and inventive ways using influences from all over the world. It has classic European bistro vibes and a relaxed comfortable atmosphere.
The Whitby restaurant which has great food and wine has been run by Eddie and Anna since 2014 with one mission, to serve high-quality food for a reasonable price. Ditto, 26 Skinner St, Whitby YO21 3AJ
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5. Cosa Nostra
This Italian restaurant situated in a grade II listed building offers up tasty dishes made up of high-quality locally sourced produce. Spread over two floors the quaint space offers a great night out for family and friends. It’s locally run and provides the perfect backdrop for an intimate and relaxed dining experience.
The space is beautiful with period features such as the big windows, beautiful artwork and furniture choices adding to the ambience of the place. Cosa Nostra, 161 Church St, Whitby YO22 4AS
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6. The Magpie Cafe, Whitby Restaurants
An institution in Whitby, not only does The Magpie Cafe serve up tasty fish & chips, but it also offers some fantastic dishes and wines as well. You can enjoy mussels, and Magpie’s fish pie, and you can also create your own grilled seafood and meat platter.
Mainly known for its fantastic fish and chips, if you’re wanting the classic seaside treat then you may as well have the best and Magpie Cafe is just that. The Magpie Cafe, 14 Pier Rd, Whitby YO21 3PU
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7. Harry’s Lounge Bar & Brasserie
Opening back in 2008 it’s one of the many Whitby restaurants that are well-established eateries. Harry’s Lounge has fabulous panoramic views of the Whitby Harbour. They offer daily specials along with the fresh catch of the day seafood from local fishing boats and meat supplied by local butchers – freshly prepared for you by their in-house chefs.
They serve a range of wine, beers and champagne along with barista coffee, so you can enjoy a morning coffee over the daily papers. Harry’s Lounge Bar & Brasserie, 10-11 Pier Rd, Whitby YO21 3P
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8. Abbey Wharf, Whitby Restaurants
The beautifully refurbished restaurant seats up to 250 guests and offers balcony seating overlooking the harbour towards Whitby’s famous East and West Piers. Serving a variety of delicious seafood, steaks, salads and other dishes, alongside vegetarian options as well as gluten-free meals alongside a variety of beers, wines and spirits. Abbey Wharf, Market Place, Whitby YO22 4DD
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9. The Moon and Sixpence
Another one of the Whitby restaurants found along the harbour, the stylish The Moon and Sixpence restaurant and bar in Whitby is a fantastic place to meet up for drinks and food in town whilst enjoying great views. The modern bar is perfect for sunny days in Whitby, North Yorkshire and one on our bucket list for our next visit to the seaside town. The Moon and Sixpence, Marine Parade, Whitby YO21 3PR
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11. Trenchers, Whitby Restaurants
Voted on TripAdvisor as the number one chippy and one of the best Whitby restaurants, it can be found right on the Harbour Front and has some fantastic views to take in while scranning a chippy tea. The restaurant offers laid-back decor with buttoned leather seating, as well as a takeaway option for those looking to roam around. Guests boast their food was “cooked to perfection”, as well as saying the food is “so so tasty” and comes in “large portions”. New Quay Rd, Whitby YO21 1DH
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