Frankie Benny's York Monks Cross

The Orchid Vegan

➤ I Spy Detective Agency, York, YO1 6LP, United Kingdom

Sushi • Asiatic • Seafood • European

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"I wore up without reservation and they kindly equipped me with a timeline that was great. I started with the sweet choir and chicken soup that was good, but nothing exciting. I had a last minute change of heart after I saw the char sui on the menu and added the fried mushroom rice. the tear should have cloged in him and for a five it should have, not. it was also a little oily. my head came with steamed brokkoli, which was unfortunately cold. the char sui had too much five seasoned for me and it overwhelmed every other taste. it wasn't like char sui. I finished all my food so it's decent, maybe my expectations were high, I would try it again. updated by previous review on 2022-09-15"

Skosh

➤ 98 Micklegate, YO1 6JX, York, United Kingdom

Vegan • Cakes • British • Vegetarian

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"What an experience Skosh is! Was really looking forward to trying and booked quite a way in advance for our anniversary. Beautiful small plates, can highly recommend the duck breast, chicken gochujang, tempura brocolli and pork belly. Everything seems so well considered, maybe an obvious thing to say, but not every considered decision results in such a beautiful outcome. Even down to the crockery choices. I wish it were bigger, the small table for two is small. Some of the seating options are more of bar stool arrangement, which isn't for everyone, me included. Skosh is a real pearl of find in York. Definitely go, it's not just dinner: it's an event."

Pairings Wine

➤ 28 Castlegate, York, England, YO1 9RP, United Kingdom

Wine • Drinks • Italian • Spanish

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"The food and wine here are absolutely great, and with good options and labelling for allergies and dietary needs, including gluten free bread and crackers and vegan cheese options. Try the manchego cheese; it has a lovely delicate taste and texture. The hummus is excellent. The staff were friendly and helpful, and were happy to make changes to cater to food intolerances and to make recommendations. Nice ambience with pleasant music, though it gets a bit loud later in the evening if you 're neurodiverse with sound sensitivity; recommend bringing earplugs for that. The decor is tasteful throughout with good attention to detail. I got a Well done from my partner for finding it as a place for an anniversary dinner, so I 'd call that a result! Dietary restrictions: The menu is really clear and even lists if wines are vegan. Being allergic to cow 's milk, this was great."

The Block

➤ 54 Goodramgate, YO1 7LF, York, United Kingdom

Pub • Pizza • Vegan • British

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"I visited the block and ordered 2 slices which came up to £8.50 not cheap when you can get a full pizza for that price. The toppings were very tasty so good job on that but the dough was awful sorry guys but you really need to sort that one out! Not sure if it’s the dough ingredients that is making the pizza so tough or if it’s because they re-heat it again after it’s cooked? It was as hard as a piece of cardboard… Also they reheated a slice which had rocket on it so when it came back out the rocket was not looking to good anymore, maybe add the rocket after? Shame as the concept could be amazing if the slices were cheaper (around £6.50) and the dough was better."

Arras

➤ Peasholme Green, YO1 7PW, York, United Kingdom

Vegan • British • European • Vegetarian

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"The food was stunning. We went for the chefs selection which was the 5 courses. I loved every dish!!! I was also left feeling full with the generous loaf of beautiful bread that is given at the start of the meal, to accompany the courses. There was also canapes before the meal while we had a drink in their bar area. The service was also outstanding, everyone very knowledgeable about the wines and courses. It was a very pleasant and tasty experience. My only slight negative would be that it just is a little too stark. There isn't really any atmosphere. It's just too bright inside. I was hoping once it got a little darker outside that they would lower the lights for a more intimate dining experience but it didn't happen. It leaves me feeling very aware of the other diners. It is hard to relax into a meal when you're so aware of the room and the people. If they can turn the lights down then it would be a perfect dining experience.... if you have the cash! A variety of foods, from potato, scallops (2, which was generous! , fish, pork, and there was a lovely generous eccles cakes, flat breads, apple etc to go with the cheese. You get to choose the cheese as they bring a trolley to you so that was also great. Lovely wines for each course which matched the food so well too."