18 Places Serving Up the Best Sunday Roasts in Yorkshire
Settle down to the best Sunday roasts, all served with a side of easy-going charm
The Bay Horse, Ravensworth
This cosy, family-run country pub in the pretty village of Ravensworth prides itself on serving good, honest and seasonally-inspired food with ingredients all sourced locally. The traditional Sunday lunch includes gratin Queen of scallops thermidor or goats’ cheese fritters to start, with roast beef, breast of chicken or rump of lamb to follow, served with all the trimmings. The Sunday menu also contains classics such as steak and ale pie and deep fried cod and chips, but do leave room for the homemade lemon, amaretto and raspberry trifle or baked Basque cheesecake served with berry and cherry ice cream.
Ravensworth, Richmond DL11 7ET
01325 494437
thebayhorseravensworth.co.uk
The Wellington Heifer, Northallerton
You’re guaranteed a warm welcome at this cosy country pub which features the best local, seasonal produce on its tempting menus, alongside great ales and wines. Sunday lunch is served until 7pm with the option of a two- or three-course menu. In addition to the traditional roasts with all the trimmings, you’ll find pub classics such as moules frites marinière, steak and Guinness suet pudding, and a Yorkshire steak burger.
Ainderby Steeple, Northallerton DL7 9PU
01609 775718
thewellingtonheifer.co.uk
The Pine Marten, Harrogate
There’s plenty of choice for a good Sunday lunch in Harrogate, but The Pine Marten tops plenty of lists. A stylish pub, bar and restaurant with its own garden, they are rightly proud of their carefully-curated Sunday menu. Take your pick of dishes, from the freshly-carved roasts to the tarragon-battered haddock, or King prawn, crab and chorizo pappardelle, but it’s hard to say no to the Sharing Roast for two including sirloin of beef, half a rotisserie chicken, slow-cooked pork belly, crackling, stuffing, cauliflower cheese, bread sauce and apple ketchup. If you have room, round off lunch with a chocolate bomb: Amarena cherry, brownie, Bourbon vanilla ice cream and popping candy all covered in chocolate sauce.
Otley Road, Beckwithshaw HG3 1HE
01423 709999
thepinemarten.com
The Inn, South Stainley
This stylish country pub with a big beer garden sits just outside Harrogate. Hugely popular, Sunday lunch here regularly draws a loyal crowd. All their meat is locally sourced just a few miles from the pub, and Sunday’s roast beef, pork, turkey and gammon are served with all the trimmings. Choose three, or all four meats if you are hungry, but there’s also an extensive menu of regular dishes, and plenty of vegetarian, gluten-free and kids options too. Dessert has to be lemon meringue pie with cream, or a Baileys and white chocolate panettone tart served with fresh berries.
Ripon Road, South Stainley, Harrogate HG3 3ND
01423 779060
theinnsouthstainley.com
The Tickled Trout Inn, Bilton in Ainsty
Served until 7pm, start your Sunday lunch at this cosy country pub with their hard-to-resist home baked bread and special house butter. If you think you’ll have room, the blue cheese soufflé is delicious, as are the Queenie scallops with Gruyère and garlic, but do leave room for your roast. Choose from all the traditional meats served with giant Yorkshires, rich gravy and seasonal veg, or fish and chips, chargrilled tuna loin and fresh fish pie appear regularly on the menu too.
Bilton in Ainsty, Wetherby YO26 7NN
01423 359006
tickledtrout.co.uk
The Owl, Hawnby
We love the sound of yoghurt flatbread, Winslade and rosemary hot honey to ease us into Sunday lunch at this award-winning country pub. Our starter would probably be the chalk stream trout rillettes with watercress and sourdough crisps, followed by Yorkshire pork belly served with bone marrow roasties, broccoli and cauliflower cheese, seasonal vegetables, a towering Yorkshire and lashings of Theakston’s Best gravy. If there was any room left, then clearly the brioche doughnuts, custard and pear jam would hit the spot.
Hill Top, Hawnby YO62 5QS
01439 330180
theowlhawnby.co.uk
The Abbey Inn, Byland
Tommy Banks’ cooking needs no introduction, and his latest venture, The Abbey Inn, continues to fly the flag for his fantastic food. The historic 19th century inn has been transformed into a cosy, relaxed country pub with rooms, serving a seasonal menu alongside an excellently-curated drinks list. Sunday roasts feature the Banks’ own rare-breed Berkshire pork, salt-aged rump of beef, leg of Herdwick hoggett and a mushroom and potato Wellington, all served with seasonal vegetables, the crispiest roast potatoes and gravy, and the option to fill your Yorkshire pud with beef short rib, braised lamb belly or pork shoulder. Why not?
Byland, York YO61 4BD
abbeyinnbyland.co.uk
Grantley Arms, Ripon
Expect hearty Sunday lunches at this rather refined pub, sister to the five-star Grantley Hall down the road. Served until 6pm, choose from traditional roasts with all the trimmings or pub classics including Yorkshire coast fish and chips, all accompanied by a proper pint and great wine from the carefully curated list. It’s the kind of place you’ll want to linger by the fire on a slow Sunday, or enjoy the autumn sunshine on the terrace with the family in tow.
Ripon HG4 3PJ
01765 699946
grantleyarms.co.uk
Whippet Inn, York
Tucked away in the city, this Grade II-listed building is home to an atmospheric, adults-only restaurant serving great food. Sunday lunch here is legendary, with 16-hour slow cooked rump of aged beef served pink with Yorkshire ale gravy, Yorkshire pud and cauliflower cheese top of our list. With two courses for £32.95, you’d be mad to ignore The Whippet’s signature sticky toffee pudding with molasses toffee sauce and ice cream.
15 North Street, York YO1 6JD
01904 500660
thewhippetinn.co.uk
The Drovers Arms, Skipwith
This multi-award winning country pub in the pretty village of Skipwith is much loved for its food and fine ales, and Sunday lunch is no different. Prioritising everything Yorkshire, the cooking is honest but delivered with a passion that makes its Sunday roasts famous. Local beef, pork, turkey and gammon (and a three-nut roast) are all served with herb-roasted potatoes, seasonal veg, stuffing and a towering Yorkshire pudding, with cauliflower cheese and pigs in blankets as sides, and all the roasts here can be ordered in smaller portions.
York Road, Selby YO8 5SF
01757 288088
thedroversarmsskipwith.com
Crowded House, Leeds
With one of Leeds’ most iconic rooftop locations, this vibey restaurant and bar is hugely popular, serving great food in a relaxed but refined atmosphere – just perfect for a long Sunday lunch with friends. Sunday’s menu includes all the classic roasts but served with a twist. We love the idea of the sharing board of three roast meats accompanied by fennel seed and honey glazed carrots, confit garlic roasties, barbecued peas and sweetcorn and bottomless Yorkies.
70 Boar Lane, Leeds LS1 6HW
0113 518 0100
thecrowdedhouse.co.uk
The Three Acres, Shelley
Enjoy lunch at this third-generation, family-run restaurant accompanied by far reaching views of the Pennine hills. Everything from the kitchen is seasonal and locally sourced and Sunday lunch is no different.Traditional roasts of Bolster Moor beef and local pork are accompanied by all the usual trimmings, but fish of the day and a homemade pie also feature on the menu, and The Three Acres has played host to many famous names throughout its long history who have enjoyed its exceptional hospitality.
Roadhouse, Shelley, near Huddersfield HD8 8LR
01484 602606
3acres.com
The Mill of the Black Monks, Barnsley
There are two Sunday lunch sittings at this popular, family-friendly pub set in a renovated medieval water mill. Expect traditional British dishes with a twist which on a Sunday means classics such as prawn cocktail and garlic mushrooms to start, followed by a traditional roast with all the trimmings including pigs-in-blankets and stuffing, and desserts from the specials board.
81 Grange Lane, Stairfoot, Barnsley
01226 293232
themilloftheblackmonks.uk
One Steakhouse and Lounge, Hull
In the very heart of the city, One Steakhouse offers a great blend of warm hospitality and sophisticated surroundings. Passionate about delivering an exceptional dining experience alongside expertly-handcrafted cocktails, premium spirits and an extensive wine list, the three-course Sunday lunch at £34.95 per person is a must-try, and there’s a good kids’ menu too.
1 Witham, Hull HU9 1BY
01482 672224
onesteakhouse.co.uk
Lost & Found, Sheffield
This instagrammable venue is like a secret wild garden hideaway in the heart of the city. Serving characterful cocktails, classic dishes and a traditional Sunday lunch beneath a pretty canopy of flora and fauna. All the delicious roasts here come with all the trimmings, and there’s a half portion, half price option too.
516 Eccleshall Road, Sheffield S11 8PY
0114 2660742
lostandfoundsheffield.co.uk
The Stable Door, High Melton
Find elevated pub classics in this beautifully restored 1750s stable block where Sunday lunch is fast becoming part of local legend. Sundays here are sacred, with seasonal ingredients and carefully-poured wines designed to linger over. The roasts are all served with traditional trimmings, rich homemade gravy and homemade sauces, and there’s a special kids’ menu too.
High Melton, Doncaster DN5 7SZ
01302 578509
the-stable-door.com
The Penny Bun, Ilkley
Full of stylish spaces and convivial corners, the Penny Bun is a place to linger over lunch. With an emphasis on the best seasonal ingredients, the menu is always evolving and uses ingredients sourced from the surrounding Denton Reserve. Ease your way into Sunday lunch with some homemade honey soda bread and wild garlic butter, before tucking into slow roast sirloin of White Park beef, and finish your Sunday with a quiet drink in the candle-filled snug.
West Lane, Askwith, near Ilkley LS21 2JQ
01943 243200
pennybunilkley.co.uk
Silversmiths, Sheffield
In the heart of Sheffield, Silversmiths serves modern British food with a Yorkshire twist. Perfect for relaxed dining, the traditional Sunday lunch is served until 4pm and includes local roast beef, chicken and honey roast ham, or if you can’t decide there’s a three-roast option. All accompanied by the usual sides, you can add cauliflower cheese and pigs in blankets too, but leave room for their dessert Parkin served with honeycomb ice cream and toffee sauce.
111 Arundel Street, Sheffield S1 2NT
07949 896976
silversmithsrestaurant.co.uk
