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22 Yards Restaurant & Wine Bar

RestaurantYork

4.6 out of 5 stars4.6(196 reviews)

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Quick info

+44 1904 651215
21 High Petergate, York YO1 7EN, United Kingdom
£20–60

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About 22 Yards Restaurant & Wine Bar

22 Yards Restaurant & Wine Bar sits on High Petergate in York, set back from a narrow storefront frontage that opens into a deeper dining room with views toward York Minster. The kitchen runs a small plates menu built for sharing, while the wine bar pours from a hand-picked list, and the team guides guests through the choices and pours on request. A wine store operates alongside the restaurant, so bottles chosen at table can be taken home. The room works for walk-ins throughout the week, with larger tables at the back suited to groups gathering over a few plates and a bottle. The format keeps the focus on the food and the list rather than a single main course, and the Minster view anchors the back of the room.

Good to know

  • Reservations
    Accepts reservations
  • Dietary
    Vegan options · Vegetarian options

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Menu & Prices

79 dishes · mains £7–32
  • Courtyard Dairy Cheeses£18.00
  • 22 Yards Deli Board£32.00
  • Warm Cherry Frangipane Tart£9.00
  • Italian Chocolate Mousse£9.00
  • Creme Brulee£9.00
  • Echeverria Rosé Cabernet Franc 2023, Valle De Curico, Chile£8.00
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Reviews

4.6/5
196 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention wine selection, small plates, oysters and champagne and views of york minster.

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Customer Review Summary

Diners single out the wine list, describing it as hand-picked and exceptional, with several servers praised for knowledgeable recommendations across English sparkling, Georgian orange and Argentinian reds. Small plates and the sharing format draw consistent praise, and one birthday booking highlighted oysters and champagne arranged in advance, alongside attentive service throughout. Staff warmth and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere are recurring notes, and views toward York Minster add to the setting.

Featured reviews

  • Sandra Rodriguez
    “Excelente wine bar, me hospede enfrente del mismo y la verdad que debo destacar el servicio, la variedad de vinos, la comida y la hospitalidad. Súper recomendado.”
  • Graham Jones
    “We happened on this place walking around York with views of the minster a lovely place to have a meal ,it is Mainly small plates tapas feel, the food was exceptional ,the staff all excellent and know what they are doing ,as it is a wine bar as well the selection of wina also a winner,a place you should visit fantastic 😍”
  • Toby Gale
    “Amazing food, delicious wine and good vibes. Highly recommended!”
  • J E
    “An excellent wine bar/restaurant located nearby the Minster. Tucked in with limited storefront but deep with quite a decent amount of seating. The food was good and the wine selection was great.”
  • Keegan Dykes
    “I booked 22 Yards for my wife's birthday, and from the moment I made the reservation, the service was exceptional. I asked if it would be possible to have oysters and a glass of champagne waiting for us on arrival, as well as a window table overlooking York Minster, and the team kindly accommodated both requests. It made the evening feel really special from the outset. We ordered four small plates and two sides, and every dish was absolutely delicious. The concept is perfect for sharing, and the quality of the food was outstanding. The wine was equally impressive. We enjoyed an English sparkling wine, a Georgian orange wine, an oaky Argentinian red and finished with a sherry. Every recommendation was excellent, and it was clear the staff really knew their wines. Their knowledge and enthusiasm added so much to the experience without ever feeling pretentious. The location is hard to beat, with beautiful views of York Minster, and the atmosphere throughout the evening was relaxed, welcoming and lively. The staff were genuinely friendly and attentive, making us feel looked after from start to finish. Considering the quality of the food, the extensive wine selection and the overall experience, I thought it represented excellent value for money. This was one of the highlights of our trip to York, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend 22 Yards to anyone looking for fantastic food, exceptional wine and brilliant service. We'll definitely be back.”

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Live music
  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for dinner

Amenities

  • Accepts reservations
  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Vegan options
  • Bar onsite
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  • Cozy
  • Curbside pickup
  • Onsite services
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Happy hour food
Offerings· 6
  • Alcohol
  • Cocktails
  • Hard liquor
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
Facilities· 1
  • Restroom
Planning· 1
  • Dinner reservations recommended
Dining options· 5
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
Popular for· 1
  • Solo dining
Crowd· 1
  • Tourists
Highlights· 3
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Live music
Atmosphere· 4
  • Casual
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Location

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