The Whippet Inn in York - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Came in Wednesday with a big group and thoroughly enjoyed. Angus was so friendly and tentative, really made the experience special.

Atmosphere, Food and service were amazing. Alex and Angus were pleasant and engaging. We went there 4 times while we were in York. Delightful pub and great food and personal!!!!! We WILL be back😋😋😋

We stumbled across this gem at the recommendation of our driver. It ended up being our favorite place. Alex and Angus are not only skilled bartenders and servers, but they genuinely are great ambassadors. My only reservation about writing a great review is the fear that we won’t be able to get a table next time!

Nice restaurant in the middle of York. Surprisingly good food and tasty beers. Highly recommended if you are in York.

This place is recommended in the Blue Bell (our favourite York pub) so we thought we’d finally try Sunday lunch. Wish we’d done it before, but we’ll definitely be back.

Amazing atmosphere and the incredible Angus the most friendly outgoing barman you'd ever like meet extremely helpful with all things york ...food was delicious and hot and prompt!! Atmosphere was also just the right tone for a busy york...chilled relaxed and friendly...highly recommend to anyone visiting york! I was in york for 2 nights and visited 3 times!! 5 star!!

Good flavours, but starter was not good value. Steak was decent. Service was a bit slow on a particularly busy day

A regular stop off on our tour of York. Always great service and choice of beers

Really brilliant Sunday roast, we all had the beef and it was served pink as promised and was so soft a baby could probably have eaten it 10/10. The starters were brilliant too, I loved the mackerel and the spring onion soup was also great. Surely one of the better roasts in York and only £25 for two courses, proper stuff.

Been here pre-covid. Some changes- such as there being noticeably less on the plate than previously. But I think that may well be the nature of things these days. Great atmosphere, terrific food (both steaks perfect) and solicitous staff.

My fiancé and I had a fantastic meal here. The service was phenomenal, from just the general demeanour of the staff, right down to the manager going out to grab gluten free crackers so I could have the cheese plate. I am a coeliac, and they dealt with it incredibly well - I felt very safe and comfortable. We really couldn't recommend this place enough, and we will be back if we're ever back in York for a visit.

Food was lovely, staff were polite and it was very good service

So disappointed with our Sunday lunch today! We were really looking forward to experiencing an excellent meal based on reviews but sadly that was not to be! Firstly the staff here are lovely and the venue is really quirky. However, if you are expecting a hearty Sunday roast you will be disappointed. The portions are really small, the beef was tough and tasteless and the huge Yorkshire pudding was frankly a waste of space. We left still hungry. This was style over substance! We did get one meal refunded and the service charge removed but if you want a decent Sunday roast look elsewhere!

Our first visit to this hidden gem, just off the beaten track and tucked away near the riverside. It was recommended by some friends and had glowing reviews so we were really pleased with the food and the service. As it was a weeknight, it was quiet but this just meant we enjoyed a nice, peaceful atmosphere. The staff were friendly and looked after us. We'll be back again soon for the lunch menu offers. Great find!

We went recently for a roast after seeing lots of recommendations online and loved everything. The food quality and taste was exceptional, the wine was perfect, the staff were really friendly and helpful. I’m already looking forward to going back and can’t wait to try more of the menu

Excellent establishment, steak was perfect as were our broccoli and thin crisps. My only suggestion would be to refrigerate the bottles of beer at a colder temperature.

Ridiculously small table & overpriced meal. Husband had ribeye steak which was small thin, nothing special & for £34 would expect more than a pot of chips & half a tomato as a side. The girls who served us were very nice & friendly but we would not go again.

I booked for Sunday lunch after reading consistently solid reviews of the place . Having now been i can add my endorsement . Quality food , good service and a lovely pub atmosphere . This well definitely be our go to spot for a Sunday roast in future .

…The Whippet is getting a reputation for dry aged steaks and executive chef Ben Allnutt has been flexing his creative muscles recently with some unusual flavours…yesterday we ordered the 60 day chocolate dry aged prime rib ! I dont say this lightly but it was quite simply the best steak that has passed my lips…succulent…packed full of flavour and each mouthful as OMG as the last ! Backed up by the front of house team …The Whippet is the only place to go for steak in York !

We had dinner here on Friday night found this fantastic restaurant via google search and I have to say this must be one of the finest restaurants in York our little dog was made more than welcome and was fussed over by the staff with treats! We both had steaks and they were wonderful and i finished with the cheese board that I also really enjoyed ! Will definitely be calling here again on our next visit to York

I’ve been off meat for 3 years.. this was the BEST reason to start eating meat again! Perfect Roast Beef, glorious Yorkshire Puds and a delicious sticky toffee cake to finish. A bit difficult to catch the eye of staff, but other wise perfect.

The food was among the best in Britain. I had a tenderloin steak, and the salad, French fries, and meat were almost perfect. The cocktail Ginger Old Fashioned was also great. However, it took too long for the food to come out, and the music was a bit loud. But this is a restaurant I definitely want to go back to. It's amazing.

As a family we had a great Sunday lunch on Fathers Day. Excellent all round.

First time here. The food was first class. Beautiful oysters T bone steak, fillet steak . Great ambient atmosphere. Great service. You won't be disappointed

Lovely Sunday Roast here... food was excellent. Staff very friendly. 2 courses for £25. Wine about £9.50 for 250ml.

Popped in for drinks only. Fantastic cocktails and very attentive staff. Definitely recommend

Just sit down and ready to be pampered. The whisky, the wine, the staff, the food. Oh the best part is the lemon and Gin and Tonic sorbet. We went there twice in a week at York.

The only thing was that nobody came to ask us what drink we'd like before coming and taking our food order so was waiting quite a while without a drink. Everything else was excellent, food was amazing. Would definitely return.

Great spot for Sunday lunch, good atmosphere and the food was 10/10. Will be back!

Brilliant staff, the drinks were excellent, but the food stole the show. We had the Sunday Lunch which I would have added a photo for if I hadn't just devoured it. The cocktails were great with some good twists on the old fashioned. Highly recommended, but make sure you book.

we went for Sunday lunch which was absolutely amazing the beef was out of this world the Yorkshire puddings were fab and the side of cauliflower cheese was lovely the staff were all really nice and it’s also dog friendly in some areas will definitely be back again

As the reviews say the food is excellent and the 15 hour potatoes cooked in duck fat is a must. What made it so special for my husband and me was the exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable waiters. We had such a great evening in a wonderful atmosphere. This restaurant is definitely worth trying!

Fantastic steak. cooked to your liking.

Very disappointed, husband ordered the T-bone which was inedible, our friends ordered the fillet steak which was cold and tougher than it should have been. Fed this back but didn’t get any explanation or apology.

Great service and food served in gorgeous surroundings. Very characterful. Outside seating area is well laid out also. A little suntrap with the sunshine out. Having looked at the drinks menu you can tell quality product is used with attention to detail given. The team were very friendly, and well done to the kitchen team serving up such delicious Sunday roast and dessert. Recommended!

We picked this restaurant because of the reviews and needless to say the food was excellent and the 15 hour potatoes cooked in duck fat were sensational. What really makes this a great place to eat is the waiters. Everyone we met was charming, helpful and efficient. The Inn has a lovely ambience and you cannot fail to have an enjoyable evening.

Excellent Sunday lunch. Our Sunday lunch was superb with excellent starters (smoked mackerel wrapped in sliced cucumber and pulled lamb croquettes). With a great roast beef with the biggest Yorkshire pudding ever!! Great value for a great Sunday lunch. Well worth booking and have recommended to others.

Enjoyed a fantastic Sunday lunch at The Whippet Inn. Booked in advance as we were visiting York for the weekend and wanted to find the best place for a vegetarian roast, and we were not disappointed. The food was delicious, and the Yorkshire pudding one of the best I've tasted, as well as the sticky toffee pudding! Friendly, attentive service, with an extensive drinks list too. Great atmosphere inside, would highly recommend a visit here.

Came here as a party of 6 and was given the room at the front all to ourselves. The decor is quirky and creates a warm, welcoming and cosy feel. The food was excellent and everyone around the table commented how delicious their food was. We all had different dishes so got to see quite a mix of the menu. It was all so beautifully presented. Service was also excellent. Cannot fault anything. When we are next in York we most definately will return.

Top food, lovely ambience. Steaks to die for. Dog friendly too. Rug munching vegans, pony tailed irons I’d move on somewhere else

I and my family had a great time. Aged beef steak was wonderful and the staff service was excellent as well.

Absolutely, incredibly excellent! From the staff, to the food. The whole experience was faultless. A special mention to Alice who was amazing! Her recommendations (the T-Bone & Chateaubriand) were fabulous as well as her amazing service! Alice is an absolute credit to the venue! 100% will be returning and recommending!

We booked for Sunday lunch , recommended as it’s very popular, rightly so as the food is excellent. Melt in the mouth roast beef and succulent roast chicken. There was a reasonably priced wine list with an excellent Cabernet Sauvignon that complemented the beef perfectly. Icing on the cake was the staff who were attentive, efficient and friendly.

We booked for Sunday lunch , recommended as it’s very popular, rightly so as the food is excellent. Melt in the mouth roast beef and succulent roast chicken. There was a reasonably priced wine list with an excellent Cabernet Sauvignon that complemented the beef perfectly. Icing on the cake was the staff who were attentive, efficient and friendly.

Outstandingly good in all respects: ambience, drinks, service, price, and I challenge you to find a better roast beef Sunday dinner. Top drawer by any standards. Highly recommended.

Sunday lunch. The beef was melt in the mouth. The veggies however are what stops this being a 5 star review. All the veggies were under seasoned. I don’t as a habit add salt to my plate today I did. The cauliflower cheese was in parts so hard I struggled to get a knife through it. The roast potatoes had a look of those that are deep fried them finished in the oven. Again some were still a little hard not as soft and yielding in the middle as I prefer. Dessert we plumped for the posset and sticky toffee pudding. Both superb. The service was great and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming with a vibe that suits both young and the not so young. I will happily return we paid over £40 per head but that included wine and a healthy tip Tomorrow we are driving up to the sister pub The Stone Trough Inn @Kirkham Abbey

I booked a table here as I really wanted to try their roast which had good reviews. I was disappointed to learn they stopped serving them at 1630 and my table was booked for 1730. However I quickly found a substitute and it did not disappoint! Ribeye steak with a side of duck fat potatoes and the pea, bacon and baby onion salad 👌🏻 I then followed this up with the banoffee bread and butter pudding. Sensational. Would highly recommend coming here for dinner. I hope to return soon.

We have been many times, staff are lovely but food overpriced for potions size. Steaks were much bigger don’t think I will book again

The most amazing food ever eaten

Excellent food. Went for the fish which was lovely. Limited range of beers but great atmosphere and good friendly service. Will definitely go again.

This place was a very pleasant surprise in York. We came for the meat, and stayed for the wine and gorgeous desert. Their wine selection is very good and we ended up drinking one of their recommendations which was a surprisingly smooth Colombinan “14 hands” red. We started with some pardon peppers and pigs’ cheek, followed with a ribeye and t-bone, with the meat cooked to perfection, and in between tried the Sicilian lemon and Aperol spritz sorbets (sweet and tasty). The final surprise was the Banoffee bread & butter pudding with ice cream, which was one of the best puddings I have ever tasted, with smild flavours of peanut, banana and raisins. Highly recommend

Highly recommend for Sunday lunch. Service was very efficient and professional.

Absolutely beautiful from start to finish. Very interesting decor

Came here again for date night. Always a go to place when thinking of where to go. This time really was the best dining experience I’ve had in York! Our server Alex was knowledgeable, funny and very attentive! I had the prime rib which he suggest cooked medium (usually I’m a rare man but followed his intuition) the best steak I’ve ever had! He also recommended the samurai Shiraz which was a bloody lovely drop! Thanks for having me again! Can’t wait for my next visit! And thanks to Alex! P.s nail varnish remover did work!

Fine dining without being pretentious. The signature fillet was absolutely amazing. I cannot recommend enough!

Totally delicious Sunday roast. Beef cooked to perfection. Huge Yorkshire puddings. Starters and desserts very good also. Great service too. My only minor feedback is food could have been a little warmer but that may be as the meat was rested. But I would highly recommend

Lovely little hidden gem, brilliant food and staff, chefs cook some wonderful food staff are attentive and kind, very impressed however calibre of food doesn’t match interior

The best Sunday lunch ever! Absolutely delicious. The waiting time was long, but food was totally worth it.

Been back, again and again, no better place! For some reason this place is not on any list of recommendations, quietly hidden away of the beaten track. Been working and eating (!) for 3 months now in York, best meal so far lovely glass of Shiraz....then Focaccia... Followed by pan roast stonebass in berbere butter, creamed celeriac, charred cavolo nero, crispy mussels, and picked chili Had to be done finished off with Black Forest Tart..chocolate, cherries, Chantilly cream with Ximinez Sherry

Had so much fun. Unique place. Great food. Great hosts. Great wait staff. Really loved the casualness of the space but the attention paid to the meal. Couple next to us were a blast. Ended up moving the party to our hotel. Would highly recommend for no attitude great meal type dining.

By far, one of the best Sunday Lunches I've ever had, despite having to wait an hour for it, thankfully it was worth the wait. Thank you.

Really great find in York. We found this place by looking at the reviews and we're glad we did as its a bit tricky to find as its off the beaten track, down by the river front. Obviously very popular with locals though, looking for a great meal out. You definitely have to book (online is easy). Staff were very welcoming and super dog friendly. Dogs are allowed in the bar area (which is steeped in character). We had the steaks as our main meal and for my desert I had the cheese platter, which even came with its own menu. We really enjoyed our meal here and would definitely return.

Really great find in York. We found this place by looking at the reviews and we're glad we did as its a bit tricky to find as its off the beaten track, down by the river front. Obviously very popular with locals though, looking for a great meal out. You definitely have to book (online is easy). Staff were very welcoming and super dog friendly. Dogs are allowed in the bar area (which is steeped in character). We had the steaks as our main meal and for my desert I had the cheese platter, which even came with its own menu. We really enjoyed our meal here and would definitely return.

went for sunday lunch at around 6/7pm however the menu had stopped being served at 4pm! the main menu was okay. caters for vegans which is always lovely. atmosphere was cosy, it was quiet but not empty. not as relaxing as expected for a pub but much better than staying home. vegan cous cous was a little oily. margaritas were great, well catered for as they were off menu.

First time in York, with a small group of friends. Super easy to book when I called in on the day. On arrival, quite pleasantly surprised by decor inside, and the lovely team there that was very welcoming. Table service was excellent, and the menu varied enough to cater for all 5 of our dietary requirements. Good wine selection, excellent presentation of food, and deserts

Amazing 3 course roast dinner !! Food is exquisite. Atmosphere is relaxed and lovely. Service is fantastic

Would rate this zero if I could. We (6 adults and a baby) instantly got turned away as we tried to enter the pub they don't allow babies inside. Dogs are allowed, ....but not a (sleeping) baby. Utterly ridiculous, never heard anything like it.

A good restaurant with good dishes and great red meat. Pleasant service and good cocktails. The value for money is there. On a weekend in York with my father, we booked 48 hours in advance and really enjoyed it.

Great food, friendly staff Slightly off the touristy roads

Delicious steak, lovely service

Based on the amazing reviews we booked dinner for our first night in York. Sadly we were very disappointed. The beers we ordered came cloudy and tasted strange. The waitress apologised said it was the end of the barrel, and she would bring some fresh ones. The bottle of wine we had ordered duly arrived but the beers never did. The advertising for the Whippet quotes amazing steaks, which is one reason we booked. On the menu all steaks said ex dairy which we now understand means dairy cows past their milk producing age and put out to grass. Unfortunately both the ribeye and fillet steaks were cooked as requested but tough, and we didn’t finish them. Our experience fell well short of the claims and we would be wary of ordering ex dairy meat in future. To be very fair, when we complained to the Manager he apologised and significantly reduced our bill .

Fantastic Sunday lunch. The roast beef was done to perfection, soft and tender literally melted in your mouth. Accompanied by tasty gravy, good selection of vegetables and famous Yorkshire pudding . Excellent and friendly service. I recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting York.

Our 2nd time visiting here and once again food was very nice .service was better this time and the order was correct unlike last time ..it wasn’t very busy as was only early so we got to sit in the main bit at the back this time which we preferred..food was brought out in a timely manner with just enough time inbetween courses .. everything was tasty and well presented and we enjoyed everything we had .. we had a bottle of wine to go with it which was also nice .. the waiter asked if it was a special occasion to which I replied it was my birthday although why they ask I’m not sure as they don’t do anything to mark it .. strange ..quite on the pricey side and noticed prices have risen since our last visit too so don’t go if you are expecting a cheap meal .

Great music to accompany the food. Signature dish was great. Ribeye too was lovely.

Tremendous Sunday lunch with fantastic and attentive service and locally brewed ales. Embrace the Yorkshire pudding!

We went for a Sunday Roast and I can say they have the best Yorkshire pudding in York, and the gravy was delicious. 100% recommendable.

Food, stunningly well prepared with first class ingredients. Good food takes time, so be patient. The atmosphere is calm and welcoming, subtle lighting but not low; and the space between tables is ample. Service is prompt and friendly. Very good indeed. The wine list is decent, perhaps a little limited and some wines were unavailable but I’m being picky, it’s difficult to fault this gem of a place.

Underwhelmed and overpriced. Starter looked as appetising as cabbage soup and was so salty it was inedible. Was told it was meant to taste like that with it being miso ( I cook with miso and it shouldn’t!) given the fish was the main cost on the dish to take off 50% was laughable… leaving me to pay £7.50 for a few shaved radishes, puffed vermicelli and a few bits of nori. Had steak next which was not brilliant it was in my opinion tough; chips a fraction undercooked as the inside was firm; and a rocket, Parmesan salad with sherry vinegar dressing… I failed to find the dressing the rocket was dry and the bowl was dry so think it was missing. We declined dessert as didn’t want to be disappointed by a third course. To be fair to our young server he was lovely!

A wonderful restaurant for a relaxed and memorable Sunday Lunch. The food was magnificent, the service was excellent and the overall environment was professional yet relaxed and welcoming.

Visited Wednesday night for a birthday meal service was excellent didn’t feel rushed at any point food was fantastic both ordered steaks they were beautiful and cooked to perfection. It is a bit pricey but you definitely get what you pay for excellent food and brilliant service made this a fantastic birthday night out

We went for sunday roast last week for my husbands birthday after trying to book for a long time due to its popularity. We ordered 4 beef roasts. The food arrived and we couldnt believe the small amount of food that came. 1 yorkshire pud, 3 tiny pieces of beef, 2 little roast potatoes and 1 slither of carrot. A very small dish of red cabbage and cauliflower cheese, between 4 people, with no serving spoons. We asked for 2 spoons and extra gravy for us all. 1 spoon was thrown onto the table and a tiny ladle of gravy for 4 of us. A young female staff member, asked how our food was and we replied it was average. She laughed and walked away. She came back and asked if we wanted desserts, i said we were dissappionted and would rather not, but as this was 2 coarses for a set amount, how much would she reduce this by? she said that wasnt possible. I said i wasnt happy. Eventually, she came back and said she would take off the price of the desserts. Dont waste your money on this place, we walked away hungry and will never go here again. What i thought would be a lovely experience was just another rip off and a birthday treat, that was totally over rated

Very attentive and friendly staff, they have a genuineness that is too rarely found in many hospitality venues. Good is very high quality and extremely tasty. Definitely visiting again soon

We’re quite picky when eating out so we’re always chuffed to find a lovely place to eat. The food, service & atmosphere were all top notch & we will be recommending & revisiting at every available opportunity!

Staff were very pleasant on arrival and attentive at the table. My partner had the McRib sandwich and didn’t enjoy it unfortunately. I had the fillet steak and asked for it medium and it came rare - I still ate it as it was delicious. Just not my cooking preference! I also thought the sides for the steak were very measly - would have been much better had it come with mushroom and tomato like the chateaubriand does.

BIG burger - excellent. Cooked exactly as I asked. Retired dairy cows so good flavour. Crispy skinny fries were top drawer. Maple panna cotta was a tasty little sweet treat for afters.

Came here for mine and my partner’s anniversary, the meal it’s self was delicious however the services was subpar at best. The weather that day was on the rainy side. We arrived at the restaurant to be greeted with some to say the least that clearly does not enjoy there job. Then was seated promptly after having to put are wet coats on the back of are chairs. Every other customer that came in after had there coats and umbrellas taken from them and stored. The waitress her self services was very poor and attitude a like. The only good part was the food it’s self. Good size and good taste. I would recommend eating the food but only if you could take it away as the service is not what you think should be for this calibre of food.

Everything was excellent. Three roast beef dinners and one vegetarian wellington. Meat super tender. Have visited a few times now and will definitely be back.

One of the best meals I’ve had and such friendly and attentive staff. Worth every penny.

We had a delicious meal here on Valentine's evening. Everything we ate tasted beautiful; scallops, burger, steak and onion rings. The wine accompanying our food was also delicious. The friendly staff asked if we had any questions about the food and the service was excellent - helpful and attentive but not overbearing. We have been to The Whippet four times now and will continue to eat here. Everything is always to the highest standard.

Absolutely loved our visit to The Whippet Inn. We booked our table as we went on Valentines night. Love the decor and the intimate feel of the room. I had the Ribeye steak which was cooked to perfection - the best steak I have ever had. It jumped into the No1 position after one bite. On the side I had the truffled Parmesan and black pepper fries. My husband had The Dogs burger which he really enjoyed. We shared the onion rings side. All of it was simply perfect - service was fabulous, food was incredible - will definitely return in the future.

Absolutely loved our visit to The Whippet Inn. We booked our table as we went on Valentines night. Love the decor and the intimate feel of the room. I had the Ribeye steak which was cooked to perfection - the best steak I have ever had. It jumped into the No1 position after one bite. On the side I had the truffled Parmesan and black pepper fries. My husband had The Dogs burger which he really enjoyed. We shared the onion rings side. Also, the “Black Forest tart” was delicious too. All of it was simply perfect - service was fabulous, food was incredible - will definitely return in the future.

Excellent beef Sunday roast, staff where very accommodating, dog friendly, highly recommended. Will 100% be going here again next time I visit York.

We arrived 25mins early to be greeted by Rob with the top knot. He told us he had nowhere to put us as they had no bar area and to go for a drink elsewhere and to come back later. Not the best start !! Food wise the starters were very average. Our sons ordered the burger which I have to say were good. Our wives ordered the fish which was ok. I ordered the £36 signature fillet steak which was 2 thin slices and should not be described as FILLET !! My friend ordered the T-bone which he left after a few mouthfulls as it had a terrible after taste. He asked the waitress to take it back to the chef to taste for himself to be told by Rob with the top knot “it tasted good” sorry to say Rob but your taste in a good steak has to be questioned. Overall a poor start followed by very poor expensive food. Toilets were a disgrace!! Avoid

Excellent pub/restaurant in York highly recommended for drinks and steaks.

I recently had a fantastic Sunday lunch at The Whippet Inn in the beautiful city of York. It was a charming pub that felt very warm and welcoming. It’s easy to find and just off the main shopping area in the main city. They run a 2 or 3 course set Sunday menu, which felt well priced considering the quality of the food I had. I chose the pork terrine to start, which was beautifully flavoured and really moreish. For the main I had the roast chicken, which was served with possibly the biggest Yorkshire pudding I have ever seen! The roast was truly fantastic, and every element was very well cooked and flavoured. The chicken was beautifully moist and was the star of the show. The cauliflower cheese was also amazing. The service was very friendly and efficient, and overall I throughly enjoyed the whole experience. If you’re looking for an amazing Sunday roast in York - make sure you give The Whippet Inn a visit!

Staff were attentive and the food was excellent. Great food in a relaxed atmosphere what more could you want ?!

A little disappointed in the food here. I decided upon the fillet steak as there was no option for sirloin available. It was cooked perfectly but lacked seasoning. I chose triple cooked chips with mine and these were lovely. My wife decided on sea bass and was not blown away by it. Not a great selection of beers to choose from sadly.. the restaurant itself was very nice. The staff were very attentive and helpful. It was a little on the pricey side of things but generally worth it.

Had the Sunday roast (one beef, one vegan) and sticky toffee pudding. Both delicious. Lovely wine. Great staff.

This place is fantastic, the food is absolutely beautiful and the steaks are second to none. Lovely attentive staff couldn’t do enough for us, nice atmosphere, food and wine fabulous. We have visited here numerous times and will be returning again soon.

Had Sunday lunch here - fantastic beef, amazing Yorkshire puddings and roasts. Completed with delicious sticky toffee pudding. Service friendly and efficient - I really don’t know what prompted the poor reviews - I highly recommend the Whippet Inn!