This is a list of places nearby and well-liked places in and around Whitby (tearooms, restaurants, village pubs).
In high season most places offer food six night a week plus Sunday lunch but please do your own research as there may be seasonal changes.
We are vegetarian so our ability to ‘test’ restaurants is limited. We have given information on veggie/vegan options that we are aware of.
Pubs and restaurants within (sometimes muddy) walking distance
The Windmill, Mill Lane, Stainsacre YO22 4NT / 01947 602671
Traditional village pub in our nearest village, good hearty food, real ale. New menu recently. Limited but good vegetarian and vegan options.
Turn right out of our driveway or the log cabin car park and walk along the road until the end of the tarmac. Turn left and follow the path down to the stream and cross over the wooden footbridge. Go up a rough stony track and continue up a concrete road until you reach the main road. Turn left at the junction, go under a bridge, and The Windmill is just there on your left. Please note the paths through the woods can be very muddy in wet weather and you will need a torch to come back after dark. (½ mile/10 min walk through the woods)
The Bridge Inn, High Street, Ruswarp YO21 1NJ / 01947 601133
An old-fashioned local pub with a welcoming atmosphere. Recently under new ownership and lots of new initiatives, including a brunch menu. Also quiz nights, music nights, pie and pint and burger nights.
Walk down the road you came up to get to the site, turn left at the bottom then right over the bridge into Ruswarp. (1½ miles/30min walk)
The Wilson Arms Pub, Beacon Way, Sneaton YO22 5HS / 01947 602552
An 18th century traditional country inn in a Grade II listed building complete with beamed ceilings and an open fire.
Not a walk to attempt in the dark but a nice lunch option. Turn right out of the car park. Take the signposted footpath on the right (over the stile) at the top of the road, down the hill, over the bridge up the other side, to Bennison House Farm. Turn left through their gardens, then follow the tarmac road into Sneaton. (30 mins walk)
The Penny Hedge Pub and Restaurant, Stainsacre Lane, YO22 4NL / 01947 661548
Rotisserie pub and restaurant on the A171. Family friendly and often busy at weekends. One of the few places to serve on a Sunday evening – usually
Walk through the woods and under the Cinder Track, via the Whitby wildlife sanctuary, and turn left when you reach the supermarkets. (20 min walk)
The Hare and Hounds, Main Street, High Hawsker YO22 4LH / 01947 880453
Traditional bar and restaurant with generous portions of good food. Menu a little more adventurous than your average pub. Ideal as a stop on the way back from Robin Hoods Bay or a coastal circular.
The quickest route is to go through the woods as if heading to the Windmill pub, turn right on the Cinder Track and walk to the edge of Hawsker. Cross the A171 on the pedestrian crossing. Carry on the Cinder Track till you reach a bridge and a bridleway. Take the bridleway to the right and it will bring you into Low Hawsker. When you hit the road turn left and the pub is on your right. (40 min walk)
The Waterside at Chainbridge, The Carrs, Ruswarp, YO21 1RL
Opened in summer 2024 The Waterside is a fine dining restaurant, with cocktail bar, in a lovely riverside setting just on the edge of Ruswarp. Booking essential.
Walk down the road you came up to get to the site, turn left at the bottom then right over the bridge into Ruswarp, past the Bridge Inn on your left and follow the river. You will see the entrance. There is also a car park (40min walk)
Pubs and restaurants in Whitby Town
White Horse and Griffin, Church Street, YO22 4BH / 01947 604857
Classy, romantic, restaurant style pub in old part of town with excellent but limited menu. Booking almost always essential.
Moutreys, Grape Lane, YO22 4BA / 01947 602751
Cosy Italian restaurant with wood fired oven and good food.
The Moon and Sixpence, Marine Parade, YO21 3PR / 01947 604416
Stylish bar and brasserie with lovely views of the River Esk and the harbour. Usually busy and small so booking is recommended
Harry’s Lounge, Pier Road, YO21 3PU / 01947 601909
Stylish café, restaurant and cocktail bar with good views of the harbour.
Abbey Wharfe, Market Place, YO22 4DD / 01947 600306
Seafood restaurant, charcoal grill, and a selection of world beers. Outdoor terrace overlooking the harbour. Very popular but you can’t book. Live music most Friday nights.
Cosa Nostra, Church Street, YO22 4AS / 01947 602030
Italian restaurant with vegan pizzas and gluten free options available.
Pizza West, West Cliff, YO21 3HT, 01947 604789
Up market pizza and more on the west side of town. Popular with locals which says a lot
Humble pie and Mash Shop 163 Church Street, YO22 4AS. | Tel: 01947 606444
Tiny but popular and fun place in the old part of town. Open from midday. Wide range of pies like mother used to make. Vegetarian options too.
Fish and Chips
The Magpie Café, Pier Road, YO21 3PU / 01947 602058
Full fish restaurant known for specialising in Whitby’s local cuisine – Fish & Chips and a wide range of other dishes too. Some would say no trip to Whitby is complete without it.
Hadley’s Fish Restaurant, Bridge Street, YO22 4BG / 01947 604153
Good fish and chips for taking out or sitting in. Wide range of other dishes, including veggie ones, to eat in too. Has won awards
Trenchers, New Quay Road, Whitby,YO21 1DH/ 01947 603212
Another award winning option. Dine in or take out. Also has full restaurant menu
Papa’s Fish & Chips, Baxtergate, YO21 1BW / 01947 229689
Offers an order on line option and also gluten free versions. Voted the Best in Britain by the BBC
The Fish Box, Langbourne Way, Whitby YO21 1YN / 01947 603484
Centrally located favourite in Whitby near central car parks. Low key and, usually, fast option
The Fish Box, Bay Bank, Robin Hoods Bay, YO22 4SE / 01947 603484
Great position at the top of the bay with far reaching views. Open Fri 4-7pm, Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 11am-4pm.
Pubs outside Whitby Town (easier to park)
The White House, Upgang Lane, YO21 3JJ / 01947 600469
Bar and pub grub. Ask for a table at the window with a fantastic view of the coast towards Sandsend. Or great for a drink after walking on the beach. Outside pizza stall in season and great outside seating area.
The Stables at Cross Butts, Guisborough Road, YO21 1TL / 01947 820986
Good and varied bistro style menu served all day with a garden room and lounge bar. Easy to park here compared to Whitby town. Good veggie/vegan options
Sneaton Castle, Whitby YO21 3QN, 01947 603150
Just out of town on the Guisborough A 171 road. Recently opened hotel and wedding venue but also open for drinks coffee and bar and restaurant meals. Stunning surroundings, bistro style menu with generous portions.
Victoria Hotel Robin Hoods Bay, 01947 880205
Amazing views from the new orangery of this hotel at the top of the Bay. Parking outside or at the top carpark. Restaurant, bar, pub and tea room options
Wheatsheaf Inn, High Street, Egton YO21 1TZ / 01947 895271
Traditional, quite formal, country restaurant and bar. There is a varied menu with fresh fish, game and meat available throughout the year using only locally produced vegetables.
The Board Inn, Village Green, Lealholm Y021 2AJ / 01947 897279
CAMRA award for range of beers and whiskies. Vegan and gluten free options available. Very popular as it is a lovely village. Limited opening times so do check
The Hart Inn, Sandsend Road, Sandsend YO21 3SU / 01947 893304
Popular pub due to position near Sandsend Beach. Busy bar with informal pub restaurant upstairs and beer garden. Limited but good veggie/vegan options.
Fancy a night in? Or something different?
The Egton Supper Club. The Old Post Office Sleights, 07837 912900
Is a new music and arts cafe with evening events and also themed takeaway menus
Tea rooms (and lunches)
Out of town
Victoria Farm Garden Centre, Guisborough Road, YO21 1TL / 01947 825418
Basic and spacious garden centre tea room. Also serves good value cooked breakfasts (with veggie option), simple hot lunches and home baking. Self-service and easy to park.
Old part of town
Sanders Yard Bistro, Church Street, YO22 4BH / 01947 825010
Quaint bistro and coffee shop with courtyard seating. Open some evenings best ask.
Mr Coopers Coffee Shop, 72 Church Street
Small trendy coffee house, with bagels, unusual drinks and artisan baking
Sandside Bar, 111a Church Street, YO22 4DE,
A small but vibrant cafe offering the only authentic lemon top, a local specialty
Bothams of Whitby, Baxtergate, Whitby YO21 1BW / 01947 602823
Botham’s of Whitby NEW out of town location en route to Robin Hoods Bay., Enterprise Way Shop & Tea Room, 7b Enterprise Way YO22 4NH. 01947 602823
Family-run bakery since 1865. Cakes and other treats. Very traditional
West side of town (often less busy)
Cranberry Swamp, 24 Skinner Street, Whitby, YO21 3AJ
Trendy cafe with lots of veggie vegan and gluten free options
Becketts 9 Skinner Street, Whitby,YO21 3AH
Well run cafe with extensive well thought out menu – something for all
Bothams of Whitby, Skinner Street (the original shop), YO21 3AH · 01947 602823
The Whitby Deli, 22-23 Flowergate, Whitby, YO21 3BA/ 01947 229062
Coffee, freshly baked goods and locally sourced produce.