Situated on the picturesque banks of the River Ouse, The Star Inn The City serves delicious breakfast and Sunday roast menus that showcase the finest locally-sourced ingredients, expertly crafted into scrumptious seasonal dishes.

This modern British restaurant has been a beloved fixture in the heart of York since 2013 and is recognised as one of the best restaurants in York, honoured to have received numerous accolades such as the OpenTable Diners’ Choice award and an AA Rosette for culinary excellence. 

Whether you’re in the mood for a light bite to ease into the morning or craving a hearty feast to fuel your adventures, The Star Inn breakfast offerings cater to every palate and preference.

Delight in the warmth of freshly baked croissants paired with whipped butter and seasonal preserves from the Baker’s Basket or savour the succulence of award-winning sausages, the smoky allure of smoked back bacon, and the robustness of our spiced black pudding, accompanied by a medley of grilled tomatoes, field mushrooms, fried bread, and a brace of eggs cooked to your liking.

Spend your Sunday the right way, indulging in a lavish roast at The Star Inn The City. Tucking into one of the mouth-watering starters followed by a choice of scrumptious mains including Sirloin of Beef sourced from Wilberfoss Farm, accompanied by seasonal vegetables and ‘proper’ Yorkshire gravy.

For seafood lovers, the Sunday lunch menu can also include succulent loin of North Sea cod, served with Shetland mussels, charred hispi cabbage and crispy onions. Vegans can also enjoy their popular roast celeriac main served with an Indian-spiced bhaji and sweet ‘n’ sour raisins.

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Breakfast

Friday - Sunday from 9:30am to 11:00am (Last Orders).

Sunday Roast 

Every Sunday from 12pm - 4pm

 

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Breakfast
  • Sunday Lunch
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Vegan options
  • Good Views
  • Children Allowed
  • Online Booking
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    2 weeks ago
    The food is good, but not impressive. The view from the garden room is nice. However, the overall experience was so-so, as the staff seemed to rush everything—rushing us to order and then hurrying to get us to pay the bill. I hadn’t even finished my drink when they asked if I wanted to pay. The food portion is relatively small compared to other high-standard restaurants. For the same price range, there are better options in York. It’s okay to try once, but I wouldn’t come back again.
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    4 weeks ago
    The food was amazing. We had a partridge starter along with a sourdough to share. I had chicken and my partner had phesant, both were gorgeous. Our waitress was very knowledgeable and able to help us with wine pairings. The atmosphere was lovely, and they even managed to squeeze us in last minute! This did mean we weren't sat in the best place, so didn't get the full effect of the view, but it was worth it for such a lovely meal.
  • 5.0
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    3 months ago
    Went here twice for lunch. Overall experience was very pleasant, though the prices are on the higher side. Ordered the ox cheek, lamb, Yorkshire pudding, scallops with some desserts and drinks. We all enjoyed the flavours and quality of food we had received, and some allergies noted were taken seriously by the staff here. Location is beautiful, and it's wonderful sitting in a classy dining room with a lot of natural light while enjoying a nice meal with family and friends. Only thing we did not enjoy as much was the steak, but everything else made our holiday very special.