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The Best Restaurants in Whitby

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Discover the best restaurants in Whitby

Nestled on North Yorkshire’s coast Whitby is a haven for lovers of the seaside. With winding cobbled streets, a beautiful beach and endless history; it is easy to see why Whitby is one of the most popular staycation destinations in the North! Our guide covers the best restaurants in Whitby so you can eat well on your next trip.

Blending coastal charm with culinary excellence there are ample mouth-watering places to eat in Whitby. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite to eat in a quirky café, to sample the town’s famous seafood or for a cosy pub dinner; Whitby has it all.

Picture this, you’ve spent a full day exploring all that Whitby has to offer and you’re searching for a spot to eat in the heart of town. Head to Cosa Nostra for Italian food or tuck into fish and chips and other seafood dishes at Trenchers Restaurant.

For something a little different stop off at Al Taco where you can enjoy delicious Mexican food or choose from the array of excellent food on offer at Ditto. Both are considered some of the best places to eat in Whitby.

There are other delightful Whitby restaurants on the outskirts of town, head to The Windmill Inn which prides itself on serving classic British dishes. The Hare and Hounds is another of the best restaurants in Whitby where you can indulge in classic dishes in a traditional English pub.

Read on to uncover more of the best restaurants in Whitby…

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    Al Taco

    Al Taco
    8 Baxtergate
    Whitby
    North Yorkshire
    YO21 1BW

    07368499862

    Bringing a taste of Mexican cuisine to the heart of Whitby, Al Taco is a must-visit after a day of exploring. With burritos, tacos and fajitas on offering, there is mouth-watering food for everyone!

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    Cosa Nostra

    Cosa Nostra
    161 Church Street
    Whitby
    North Yorkshire
    YO22 4AS

    01947602030

    Nestled in the heart of Whitby is a little slice of Italy. Cosa Nostra is a delightful Italian restaurant resting in a Grade II listed building that offers delicious Italian cuisine using the freshest produce from North Yorkshire.

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    Cranberry Swamp

    Cranberry Swamp
    24 Skinner Street
    Whitby
    North Yorkshire
    YO21 3AJ

    01947228080

    If you’re searching for a café in the centre of Whitby where you can grab a bite to eat while exploring all that this vibrant seaside town has to offer then Cranberry Swamp is perfect!

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    Ditto

    Ditto
    26 Skinner Street
    Whitby
    North Yorkshire
    YO21 3AJ

    01947601404

    Ditto is a charming, family-run restaurant nestled in the heart of Whitby. With a real focus on serving fresh and flavourful food in a friendly restaurant add Ditto to your list of places to visit during your trip to Whitby.

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    The Bridge Inn

    The Bridge Inn
    High Street
    Ruswarp
    Whitby
    North Yorkshire
    YO21 1NJ

    01947605555

    Perched in Ruswarp on the outskirts of Whitby, The Bridge Inn is a welcoming pub that serves a range of hearty food. The perfect place to refuel after a fun-filled day in Whitby.

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    The Hare and Hounds

    The Hare and Hounds
    Main Street
    High Hawsker
    Whitby
    North Yorkshire
    YO22 4LH

    01947880453

    Perched on the outskirts of Whitby in High Hawsker is The Hare and Hounds. If you’re looking for British classics in a welcoming environment this pub is the perfect choice for you.

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    The Windmill Inn Whitby

    The Windmill Inn
    Stainsacre Lane
    Stainsacre
    Whitby
    North Yorkshire
    YO22 4NT

    01947602671

    Resting on the outskirts of Whitby in Stainsacre, The Windmill Inn is a delightful choice for those looking to tuck into classic British dishes.

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    Trenchers

    Trenchers
    New Quay Road
    Whitby
    North Yorkshire
    YO21 1DH

    01947603212

    Resting in the centre of Whitby is Trenchers a haven for seafood lovers! Having earned the accolade of the UK’s best fish and chips this delightful restaurant is the perfect place to refuel after exploring the seaside town.

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