York, Sandwiches, Cakes, Etc Restaurant Guide

“A must-visit experience” – brave the queues which “move surprisingly fast” at this iconic tearoom, which turns out “great breakfast and brunch”, but really “stands head and shoulders above others when it comes to afternoon tea”. The latter features “traditionally clad waitresses and a range of old favourites (you “cannot beat a fat rascal”) in surroundings that seem dated but somehow are just what you want”.

“Breakfast never disappoints” at this artisanal deli and café in a former greengrocer’s where you’ll find “consistently good” snacks and brunch fare spanning sarnies and quirkier options (“like in New Zealand”). “Be prepared to table share” and don't miss the walled garden out back. The “charming” four-year-old Hemlsley spin-off is also a hit.

“Like walking into Central Perk (the coffee shop from Friends)” – this “quirky local café” in “glam Bishy Road” has “friendly staff who are happy to have a banter” along with “fabulous breakfasts” and “great plates of tasty food”. “Loved it – if I lived in York I’d be there every week!”.

“Never had a bad meal”, say fans of this “favourite” tiny bistro, off the Gillygate, serving “excellent ingredients prepared with some imagination”. It can feel “rather cramped inside”, though. Top Tip: “go for the garden room in summer, under the medieval city wall”.

Sibling to the Leeds original, a Scandi-inspired healthy, 'clean' and sustainable restaurant (Grön means 'green' in Swedish) from MasterChef: The Professionals finalist Matt Healy. Many of the dishes are vegan, some have fish, but all are meat-free.