The long weekend at Easter provides a welcome break for many. From Good Friday to Bank Holiday Monday, these are four days to take time out to relax or head on out to socialise. Whichever you choose to do, and however you celebrate the festivities, it’s surely a date for good food and nice times – and on Easter Sunday, the restaurants of York are serving up both in abundance. From hearty roasts to heady feasts, here are five delicious ways to resurrect your Easter.
The Grand
For a truly indulgent Easter Sunday, The Grand is hosting an exquisite dining experience in one of York’s most luxurious settings. Housed in a former Edwardian railway headquarters, this five-star hotel serves up refined cuisine in elegant surroundings, and is going all out this Easter with a banquet in the stunning Grand Ballroom. As well as sumptuous lamb, pork and beef, there’ll be fresh oysters and a spectacular prawn fountain in what promises to be a feast for the senses and a memorable Easter occasion.
Cut & Craft
For a sophisticated yet relaxed Easter feast, Cut & Craft provides both the ambience and the sustenance with aplomb. Famed for its flat iron steaks and a hearty menu of refined favourites, this approach is perfected for Easter Sunday when they elevate the roast dinner. Come on down between 12 and 6 and get in the communal spirit with a Sunday sharing roast featuring three meats, unlimited gravy and all the trimmings. Pair it with a craft beer, fine wine or quality cocktail for a satisfying and stylish Easter celebration.
York Minster Refectory
Situated just steps from York Minster in a striking Grade II listed building, Minster Refectory is a spectacular visit inside and out. Take in stunning views of the Minster from the equally impressive surroundings of this former school which has been transformed into an elegant dining space. The food matches the mood here, combining quality with comfort and contemporary with tradition. Easter Sunday epitomises this ethos on a special three course menu including local Spring lamb and Yorkshire rhubarb amongst the many mouthwatering ingredients.
The Old Liquor Store
Take a step into York’s sweet past and tasty present by visiting The Old Liquor Store, a restaurant, bar and wine shop set in the Grade II listed former Terry’s chocolate factory. Feeding the vibrant neighbourhood of Bishopthorpe Road from morning till night, your experience here can vary from breakfast to wine tastings, and on Easter Sunday a menu of irresistible roasts that feature Yorkshire reared beef, truffle butter roasted chicken, and pesto and black garlic baked portobello mushroom. Familiar favourites elevated to heady heights.
Lucia
Lucia is a handsome restaurant which serves up a delicious taste of Italy all week, and on a Sunday adds to it a cracking roast. Commit to the festivities by indulging in a sharing roast of beef, chicken and pork plus bottomless beer or wine! You can also enjoy a three course bottomless brunch at Lucia over bank holiday weekend, including wine, cocktails, beers, and a pizza or pasta. If it’s a sunny Spring Sunday, enjoy their charming courtyard, or to shelter inside, their inviting lounge bar is your relaxing escape this Easter.
