Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Yorkshire

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Updated May 05, 2026

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The Hawthorn

4.9

4.9 (1851)

£41 and over

Gastro Pub

Keighley

About the restaurant

The Hawthorn is a Georgian gem in the heart of Haworth, packed full of period features offering a relaxed environment to unwind with friends and family. This warm and appealing gastropub has been renovated throughout to showcase an array of local antiques including a stunning array of Barraclough clocks, homage to John Barraclough himself, Clockmaker to the Brontes, who used to live in this very building in the Georgian era.

We serve only food made using the freshest seasonal British produce and our menu changes through the weeks to reflect this.

We have a custom-made Josper charcoal grill which is the hottest indoor grill available and used by the best restaurants in the country. Cooking on the Josper ensures none of the natural moisture or flavour escapes from the food, whilst at the same time adding the distinct chargrilled taste.

Top review

Stephen

Dined 6 days ago

Best restaurant in the area. Beautiful inside, friendly staff, excellent food.

Legacy at The Grand, York

4.9

4.9 (221)

£41 and over

Contemporary British

York

About the restaurant

With a dedication to curating incredible dishes that showcase locality and seasonality, Head Chef Ahmed Abdalla implements modern cooking methods across all courses of the locally grown and sourced tasting menus. When combined with a perfect wine pairing chosen by our expert Sommelier, attentive service, theatre, and an intimate setting, Legacy offers an unforgettable dining experience.

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Ian

Dined 6 days ago

Superb tasting menu and paired wines selection. Ideal setting to celebrate my Wife's Birthday. Hospitality was spot on, warm, friendly, welcoming colleagues looked after us throughout our whole evening.

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Experience

Lunch at Legacy

Experience

Steel & Vine: Prestige Wine Experience

Chef Jono V&V

4.8

4.8 (976)

£41 and over

British

Leeds

About the restaurant

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Michelle

Dined on May 3, 2026

We have been coming here for 9 years and it is always a treat and exceptional, the food the staff always amazing. Thank you for the chat chef Jono it made my birthday. The Sunday lunch was amazing for beginning to end I cannot wait to come back. Best fine dining in Leeds by a mile .

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Experience

5-course Sunday Tasting Menu

Johnny's Bar and Parlour

4.8

4.8 (32)

£26 to £40

English

Harrogate

About the restaurant

Johnny's Bar and Parlour is situated in the heart of Harrogate Town Centre, where the soul of jazz meets the art of dining. Slip behind the velvet curtain and into a warm, low lit haven of relaxation and discovery. Our bar showcases expertly crafted cocktails, an extensive wine menu and a fine whisky collection. While the kitchen serves a variety of dishes, each with a story to tell... Jemima Harrison, head chef and founder, has curated a menu with fine-dining inspired dishes influenced by flavours from around the world. This includes small tapas-style dishes to larger plates that tantalise the tastebuds. Johnny's comes alive with intimate live music that sets the mood for nights that linger...

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KymGold

Dined 6 days ago

What a great addition to the bar and food scene - much needed in Harrogate. Cool decor & music - New York bar vibe. Staff were all welcoming and smiley! Ancil who took care of us serving us was our highlight. Great quality wines, champagne and cocktails. Food - Dover Sole and Lamb a taste experience. A wide choice cooked by a great Chef. All in all 5 stars and highly recommend a visit - if only to sit at the bar with a cocktail in hand!

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Experience

Wednesday Night Wine Flight

Shibden Mill Inn

4.7

4.7 (2669)

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

Halifax

About the restaurant

Having always been at the heart of Valley life, the 17th century Shibden Mill Inn was originally a corn and spinning mill, before being converted into a country pub in 1890.

Today’s visitors are welcomed with warm hospitality to enjoy first class dining against an inviting backdrop of open fires, low beamed ceilings and a cosy bar. Eleven individually styled bedrooms make comfortable and luxurious retreats, epitomising boutique country style and featuring lots of thoughtful touches.

And if you can drag yourself away from the Inn, there are wonderful walks from the doorstep and world class attractions within easy reach. For a spot of retail therapy or a cultural fix, Halifax is a 10-minute drive and Leeds is just 30 minutes away.

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rod

Dined 6 days ago

Repeat diners. On this occasion with friends from Harrogate. The usual standards were apparent. Having dined at No3 in the Estrella Damm Gastro Pubs list earlier in the week, this experience was far better. We will be back!

Kendell's Bistro

4.6

4.6 (3178)

£26 to £40

French

Leeds

About the restaurant

Kendells Bistro is a casual Informal place to dine with the main focus on quality of food, wine and service within a French bistro atmosphere. It’s relaxed and informal - no waiters topping up wine glasses after every sip or sneaking up behind you with a six foot pepper mill. Cloth napkins but not starched, blackboard menus and open plan kitchen, intimate cosy candles flickering, friendly without pretence.

Bookings of 5 or more will need to contact the restaurant directly, either by emailing info@kendellsbistro.co.uk or calling us on 0113 2436553.

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James

Dined 5 days ago

Fantastic all round. A quality restaurant that had maintained its high standard over many years. Attentive service, great atmosphere and food to match

Alura

4.6

4.6 (23)

£26 to £40

Grill

Sheffield

About the restaurant

Welcome to Alura, where the rich flavours of Turkish cuisine meet a stylish, relaxed atmosphere. Our menu celebrates traditional recipes crafted with premium ingredients from expertly grilled kebabs and fresh meze to flavourful seafood and house specialities. Enjoy attentive hospitality, an elegant dining space, and an open shisha lounge perfect for unwinding with friends. whether for a casual evening or a special occasion.

For more intimate occasions, we also offer a private VIP dining area available for exclusive bookings, accommodating up to 19 guests. (Subject to availability. Please contact the restaurant directly for private hire bookings).

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Kudzai

Dined on Apr 28, 2026

Fun was had! 🥂 Food was a 10/10 and the owner is a legend, he gave us the whole rundown of the spot. Definitely need to go back.

Licorella on York Place

4.5

4.5 (52)

£26 to £40

Spanish

Scarborough

About the restaurant

Licorella on York Place is a contemporary English/Spanish restaurant.

We cater for all dietary needs, serve locally sourced products and use local suppliers from Scarborough and North Yorkshire when we can.

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Zara

Dined on Apr 13, 2026

The waiter, sorry I've forgot his name, was so helpful and friendly and the food was outstanding. We will definitely be back again.

D'Vine Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (1118)

£25 and under

Mediterranean

North Yorkshire

About the restaurant

In the heart of York, D’Vine brings together exquisite dining and world-class cocktails in a setting of effortless elegance. From our pizzeria and grill, we serve dishes crafted with the finest ingredients, perfectly paired with expertly mixed drinks. By day, enjoy a relaxed and stylish atmosphere, perfect for long lunches and laid-back dining. As evening falls, the ambience transforms into something warm, intimate, and alive with energy, making every night at D’Vine special. Whatever the occasion, from casual catch-ups to celebratory evenings, D’Vine is where great food, fine drinks, and good company come together. For A Taste That’s Truly D’Vine, visit us at: D’Vine Restaurant & Social Bar 20-24 Swinegate, York, YO1 8AZ.

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Christine

Dined on Apr 16, 2026

The restaurant is very nice. The staff are friendly. The choice of food is good. The 2 or 3 course deals are great value. You can't get a caraf of wine there anymore and a bottle of wine is expensive in comparison to the great value of the meal deals. I also used to get their sangria which was absolutely gorgeous but that's not on the drinks menu anymore 😞. Overall I would recommend D'Vine to anyone. It's a good little restaurant.

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