The Whippet Inn
15 North Street York YO1 6LT
Quirky and cool doesn't even come close. A hidden gem in York's restaurant and bar scene. Locally sourced produce is used all year round and this place specialises in fabulous steaks and Yorkshire ales. However, with a varied menu there is something for everyone – my wife is vegetarian and was somewhat apprehensive but absolutely loved it and there was ample choice. We visited as part of a large group and had booked the private dining room – which has to be one of the most unique settings for a meal: the walls are padded in a sliver satin (bit like a posh padded call), a fabulous chandelier hands above with birds perched on it and a zebra head is watching you dine through out the night. Stylish and a little risqué but superb for private dining. You are made to feel as though you are in your own little world. We moved through to the bar after and the staff are amazing, they stock a huge list of gin and everyone seemed extremely knowledgeable- they even had a home-made gin guide to help with some of the lesser know gins. Literally can't wait to visit York again so we can stop by The Whippet - kudos to them!
