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Guy Fawkes Inn, York, North Yorkshire

Guy Fawkes Inn

4.4
4.4
2121 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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Booked 12 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Dine by candlelight in our restaurant, featuring gas lamps, roaring fires and timber floors. Serving simple, traditional British food skilfully prepared from fresh, quality, locally sourced ingredients, our restaurant is the perfect place to withdraw from the world and relax.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01904 466674
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Dean Sowden
  • Neighbourhood
    York
  • Cross Street
    York Minster
  • Parking details
    Marygate Car Park.
  • Public transit
    York Theatre Royal Bus Stop.
  • Entertainment
    Gypsy Bill Williams delivers his 'Blues Night' every Sunday from about 8:30pm - 10:30pm.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine

What 2,121 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • North Yorkshire

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Guy Fawkes Inn delights with its "amazing food" and historic charm. The "famous pie" is a must-try, often described as "outstanding" and "delicious." Guests appreciate the "friendly and attentive staff" and "great atmosphere." Some note high prices, but the overall experience remains "highly recommended."
2,121 Reviews
  1. Janine

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went after being told to try the steak pie which was delicious but huge! Make sure you are hungry before you go! Staff were very friendly and attentive. The pie was priced fairly but had to order separate veg which was disappointing as quite expensive for what it was and would have expected a few peas and some cabbage as part of the meal. Overall worth a trip I would say.

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  2. Jason

    Yorkshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is lovely and portions are large. Staff are friendly and keen to ensure everything is well. Been here 3 times so far and it doesn't disappoint.

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  3. Paul

    Birmingham

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Definitely the best pie I’ve ever had. The ambiance totally suited the venue and the service was polite, friendly and welcoming.

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  4. Christina

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered the classic (and quite famous) Steak and Ale pie from the menu with a side to share of the mac and cheese. Let me say that I've eaten a lot of pub pies (especially steak & ale!), and this one was definitely the best. It is a large pie, with crisp, golden pastry, with a delish red onion gravy and soft, buttery mash. The beef was generous, cubed and soft and falling apart. Not a speck of hard or crusty fat on the beef to be found (which often detracts from other steak & ale pies I've had). Honestly, delicious! Everything worked together well on the plate. The mac and cheese was full tasty with a salty cheddar sauce. Drinks were spot on with the local cider. The atmosphere in the dining area was pretty chill, the music on the speakers quite eclectic, but overall, it was a pleasant night. Noise level was good without being overwhelming. I appreciate that pre-booked tables were immediately by the front door (it was very cold outside!) or right next to the bar where you're likely to get knocked. Would return for food or drinks again, 100%!

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  5. Kira

    Yorkshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for a meal with 4 family members, we booked in advance and got seated immediately upon arrival. Food arrived promptly and was delicious, we had a great time and will definitely return! The lighting and decor really does add to the experience of the meal :).

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  6. Leanne

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    My first time here but partner has been many times and always raved about the food. Staff were friendly upon welcome. Took our order but food arrived before our drinks came to the table. There was no check back. The beef was delicious- the best I’ve had, but some of the veggies were too hard so couldn’t eat those. I don’t mean al dente; I couldn’t put my knife through them. Roasted potatoes were fine, not crisp. Yorkshire pudding was dry without enough gravy to soften it up. I realise these things are subjective. If the staff had done a check back, I would have asked for more gravy and would have enjoyed the Yorkshire pudding. One the male staff members brusquely asked me to move my scarf. I picked the scarf ip which was blocking his way and then tried to find who it belonged to! Not mine! Unfortunately for us, we’d booked at the same time as a large party leaving at the table right next to us. They stood around our table saying their goodbyes. They were in very good spirits which meant a lot of guffawing and laughing for the ten minutes it took them to leave as we ate our lunch. They staff were having to push past them and it knocked us or the table every time. Not the staff’s fault really but added to an overall mediocre visit. I’d give it another go as my partner is emphatic this is not the usual experience.

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  7. Chris

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service.. Soup starter delicious and very generous portion. Main course ravioli tasty but disappointing size of portion. When pointed this out to manager extremely happy with response. Lovely pannacotta for dessert and wine good too.

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  8. Claire

    Lincolnshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’d seen the restaurant on a Facebook post and that they did the best Steak & Ale pie, we were not disappointed! Cooked fresh taking about thirty minutes to prepare, we already knew this so we had a starter and we hardly noticed the 30 minutes. Friendly staff, beautiful surroundings and the music was perfect! It was our anniversary so it felt right to have the most amazing food, in such a carefully curated place. You must book ahead (we did), when we arrived, walk ins were being turned away as they were fully booked. York is worth visiting just for this dining experience alone!

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  9. Rebecca

    Yorkshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very busy, service excellent, staff lovely. Food delicious. Very atmospheric decor. Loved it all, can't wait to go back!

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  10. Charlotte

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great customer service and the food was delicious. We both had the steak and ale pie, and it was worth the wait as the menu says, and all made from scratch (although the wait didn't feel long). The other meals that others had, looked really good too. Definately recommend if you'd like a meal out.

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25 High Petergate, York, North Yorkshire YO1 7HP

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    York Minster
  • Neighbourhood
    York
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Marygate Car Park.
  • Public transit
    York Theatre Royal Bus Stop.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dean Sowden
  • Entertainment
    Gypsy Bill Williams delivers his 'Blues Night' every Sunday from about 8:30pm - 10:30pm.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine
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