Top 5 Whitby Restaurants as recommended by our editor.
There are many restaurants in Whitby, ranging from low budget, right up to expensive seafood specials, so here you go, these are my top 5 Whitby restaurants.
Greens Of Whitby, Seafood Restaurant
I had my first experience of this little gem last month, and was very impressed. Greens has was won many awards for the fine seafood they serve up, and i was not disappointed with my evening there either. A unique decor inside the restaurant lends for a relaxed atmosphere. There is an extensive menu for both food and wine, and the service does not disappoint.
Well located over the bridge on the east side of town, Greens is quickly becoming one of Whitby’s finest restaurants, and its not just seafood they serve, prime local meats and game are also a speciality, with the menu having a selection of steaks and vegetarian dishes to choose from.
Greens have recently received the Yorkshire Moors & Coast Tourism Award for the Restaurant of the Year 2008
Click here for more information on Greens of Whitby
The Magpie Cafe
Whitby’s most famous restaurant/cafe. The Magpie has been featured many times in local and national press, the Magpie has also been featured in various food TV programs over the past years. There is something about the Magpie Cafe which brings visitors flocking by the thousands each year to queue up along Whitby’s streets just to get through the door, and its for one reason only…the fish and chips. The Cafe is famous for its fine tasting fish and chips, idealy suituated directly opposite the towns fish market allows for the freshest fish been brought in straight from the boats each day, and straight onto your plate.
The Magpie Cafe has a long association with fishing and the shipping industry. It was built in 1750 as a Merchants House and during its history was owned by a member of the Scoresby whaling family and was for a time the pilotage where the pilots would wait for orders to bring vessels into the harbour.
Magpie Cafe is in a prime position for you to enjoy the fabulous views at the same time as sampling the wide selection of meals. Specialities include dishes that use prime fresh local fish, seafood and specially selected ingredients.
Click here for more information on the Magpie Cafe
The Moon and Sixpence, Bar and Restaurant
If your looing for a stylish, friendly and relaxed venue to meet for drinks or a meal either during the day or on an evening, then the Moon and Sixpence is the perfect choice. Having arguably some of the best views in Whitby, sitting in the huge windows you have a great view of the harbour and of the cliffs with the 199 steps winding up towards St Mary’s church.
The Moon and Sixpence is a great example of the mix of tradition and contemporary style that Whitby now offers. Located on the harbour front, amoungst rock and gift shops, this little gem is as cool as they get. Try some oysters and wash them down with some elegant champagnes, the Moon and Sixpence is a fine example of a modern bar/bistro. The food is not bad either, but be warned it can get busy and finding a table to eat at will be difficult, i recommend an late evening visit for a nite cap, sit outside and watch the world pass you by.
Click here for more information on the Moon and Sixpence
The Cross Butts Stable Restaurant, Whitby
Another well respected restaurant is the Cross Butts, just outside of Whitby. Set in tranquil surroundings, the restaurant offers great food, with prompt service and elegant decor. Situated in renovated stables, away from the hustle of the town center, the Cross Butts is the ideal choice for a romantic meal.
The menu is not extensive, but it doesnt have to be either, what’s on offer is a selection of fine meats and seafood, sourced from local suppliers. The selection of wines is impressive, and if you in town on a Sunday, they offer a great carvery service.
The Cross Butts is not just a restaurant, they have first class accommodation available also. The four poster suite with jacuzzi bath is a must and makes for an ideal valentines weekend.
Click here for more information on the Cross Butts Hotel And Restaurant
Trenchers Fish and Chips, Whitby
A Whitby restaurant guide would not be complete without at least one fish and chip restaurant to shout home about. Trenchers is well known for its fresh traditional fish and chips menu served throughout the day.
Well located in the centre of Whitby, opposite the tourist office and railway station, Trenchers are famous for very high quality fresh fish, legendary light batters, bread crumbed or floured fish, served by smart courteous staff, guaranteeing you a meal to remember.
The menu has a good selection and prices are reasonable. A must visit on your trip to Whitby.
Hi Thomas….Thanks so much for providing that list, i’ll do a bit of research now on some of those. Ive also been in touch with Magpie Cafe, and they have a lift now, which can access the lower restaurant area apparently, and if i email or ring in advance, they will save a table, so will give them a try at some point! Best Regards – Paul
Hi Paul, thank you for your enquiry. I do not know for sure which of these restaurants have wheelchair access, im sure the restaurants would be willing to give you as much information as possible if you give them a call. There are two good indian restaurants that i have personaly visited in Whitby, one is the taste of india restaurants which is next to the train station, and the other is Al Shafiq which is on the harbour side, their website is http://www.shafiqrestaurant.co.uk/1.html . Greens restaurant comes very highly recommended, ive enjoyed a few good meals there. Here are numbers of other restaurants in Whitby. Im unsure which ones have wheelchair access, so please call to confirm before booking. Hope this helps.
01947 605383 Andersons Bistro Whitby
01947 602943 Angel Hotel Whitby
01947 603645 Arundel House Hotel & Restaurant Whitby
01947 893200 Beach Hotel & Restaurant Whitby
01947 840286 Black Bull Inn Whitby
01947 880099 Boathouse Bistro Whitby
01947 893272 Bungalow Hotel & Restaurant Whitby
01947 601404 Ditto Restaurant Whitby
01947 660351 Duke of Wellington Whitby
01947 893437 Dunsley Hall Hotel & Restaurant Dunsley Whitby
01947 840342 Ellerby Hotel, Country Inn & Restaurant Ellerby Whitby
01947 840825 Endeavour Restaurant Whitby
01947 893424 Estbek House Hotel & Restaurant Sandsend Whitby
01947 602447 Franklin Arthur, Fsh/Chp’ Restaurant Whitby
01947 820053 Gatsby’s Restaurant, The Whitby
01947 896203 Goathland Hotel Goathland Whitby
01947 602102 Good Luck Restaurant Whitby
01947 820275 Grape Vine, The Whitby
01947 600284 Greens Restaurant Whitby
01947 602059 Harbour Diner & Restaurant Whitby
01947 896296 Inn On The Moor Whitby
01947 605999 Jolly Sailor Inn Whitby
01947 602058 Magpie Café, Licenced Restaurant Whitby
01947 820652 Metropole Hotel Whitby
01947 606014 Middle Earth Tavern, The Whitby
01947 606500 Passage To India Whitby
01947 606660 Red Chard Grill Rooms Whitby
01947 821576 Robertsons licenced Fish Restaurant Whitby
01947 603500 Sands Restaurant Whitby
01947 897361 Shepherds Hall Restaurant & Tea Rooms Whitby
01947 602773 Stakesby Manor Hotel & Restaurant Whitby
01947 601166 The Vintner Restaurant Whitby
01947 603212 Trenchers Licenced Seafood Restaurant Whitby
01947 820871 Whitby Indian & Tandoori Restaurant Whitby
01723 383636 Whitby Tourist Information Whitby
01947 604857 White Horse & Griffin Whitby
01947 600469 White House Hotel Whitby
Please could you let me know if any of the above 5 reccomendations are Wheelchair Accessible. Also could you name any other Restaurants, even those including international cuisine’s such as Italian, Indian or Chinese, which are decent place, which can be accessed by wheelchair. Many Thanks.
Hello everyone, would be great if everyone could pitch in and add their own mini reviews and recommendations for dining out in Whitby to this comment area.