Yorkshire restaurant gains Michelin recommendation in just 6-months
![](https://yorkshirefoodguide.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/The-Owl-at-Hawnby-food-fotor-20240716103159.jpg)
Just six months after their initial opening, The Owl at Hawnby country pub has been added to the Michelin Guide & Good Food Guide.
Chef Sam Varley, who previously ran the much-loved Batham restaurant in Hemsley, runs this successful Yorkshire Inn.
Sam Varley said: ‘‘We only opened here at the end of November last year, so we are really pleased to get this recognition. I have a wonderful team supporting me and they must take huge credit for what we have achieved so far.’’
Located near Hemsley and overlooking the North York Moors National Park, this hidden gem is becoming a new favorite for those seeking delicious pub food.
The Owl’s menu highlights include aged beef fillet tartare with crispy shallots and bone marrow toast, moules-frites or roast monkfish. For dessert choose a pistachio & olive oil sponge with sweet Yorkshire strawberries and a dollop of Chantilly cream.
The Michelin Guide said: ‘‘There’s a vintage style to the décor and a lovely, welcoming vibe thanks to the friendly team. Hearty, unfussy, and downright tasty dishes are the order of the day.’’
The Owl at Hawnby also has 9 en suite bedrooms available for those seeking a restful mini-break, as well as a bar and outside terrace for the warmer months.
Chef Sam Varley thanked the local community for their enormous support.
The Telegraph praised The Owl at Hawnby too, naming it as one of the ‘best 12th restaurants in Yorkshire’ in their most recent guide.
Surrounded by lots of popular walking routes, viewing spots and woodland, it’s a lovely rural spot to retreat to after a busy day of exploring.
The Owl at Hawnby is open Wednesday to Sunday, early bookings are highly recommended to avoid disappointment.
Hill Top, Hawnby, York, YO62 5QS – 01439 330180 – theowlhawnby.co.uk
Find more great pubs in Yorkshire: Top 50 Gastropubs Award Winners announced for 2024
Feversham Arms Helmsley Spa, Treatment & Afternoon Tea
1-5 High St, Helmsley, YO62 5AG- The ultimate luxury hideaway experience
- Award-winning spa facilities
- SAVE 21%
Middletons York Afternoon Tea
Middletons Hotel, Cromwell Rd, York YO1 6DS- Historic 4 star hotel
- A stone’s throw from York city centre
- SAVE 15%
3-course Sunday lunch at Aldwark Manor, York
Aldwark, Alne, York YO61 1UF- Beautiful York city centre boutique hotel
- Served in the art-filled Leetham Brasserie
- SAVE 14%
Spanish Afternoon Tea with Cava at Iberica, Leeds
Hepper House, 17a East Parade, Leeds LS1 2BH- Spanish Afternoon Tea with a glass of Cava
- Stunning Leeds city centre restaurant
- SAVE 17%
![](/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/cropped-site-icon-192x192.png)
Written by
16/07/2024