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Best places to eat and drink in City Centre
Explore 147 listed food and drink places in City Centre, including 38 cafes and 35 pubs or bars. 65 have menu links to help you compare before visiting. Listings are alphabetical; confirm current details directly.
Is City Centre good for food and drink?
City Centre is worth checking when you want a more precise York food search than the whole city centre. It helps narrow choices by walking distance, which matters when planning lunch, dinner or drinks around sightseeing.
How YorkEats ranks City Centre venues
Listings are alphabetical. Compare the menu links and addresses, then confirm opening hours and booking availability with the venue before travelling. Sponsorship does not affect the order.
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Ate O'Clock
A tucked-away High Ousegate restaurant with a covered courtyard, British dishes and separate menus for several dietary preferences.
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Bettys Café Tea Rooms
Tea, baking and occasion dining on St Helen’s Square; distinguish the main cafe from the reservation-only Belmont Room afternoon tea.
City CentreMenu linked
Bill's York Restaurant
A Coney Street restaurant serving breakfast through to dinner, with group dining space and separate menus for different meals.
City CentreMenu linked
Brew & Brownie
A Museum Street cafe for breakfast, coffee and baking; distinguish the main cafe at number 5 from the Bakeshop at number 9.
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What are the best places to eat in City Centre, York?
Compare the listed menus, cuisine and address to choose a place in City Centre. This page is alphabetical and does not assign a food-quality rating.
Is City Centre walkable from York city centre?
York's visitor core is compact and many named streets and districts are walkable from the main attractions. Check the individual listing map for the exact route and distance.