The Star Inn The City

The Star Inn The City brings a more polished riverside feel to York dining, pairing a central River Ouse setting with modern British cooking and a definite sense of occasion. Dogs are welcome inside, so nobody needs to do the pavement-waiting shuffle while someone else enjoys the view.

It is the sort of place that feels made for long lunches, special meals and terrace drinks when the weather behaves, with locally sourced ingredients and an award-decorated reputation helping it land as one of the city's more refined food stops. Stylish without sounding stiff, it leans celebratory in the best way.

Whether you are marking something special or simply want a riverside meal that includes the dog, this is a useful York option for keeping everyone together over good food and a bit of occasion.