The Yorkshire Winners of 2026’s Top 50 Gastropub Awards

The annual Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs and Top 100 Gastropubs Awards for 2026 have been announced, with 8 Yorkshire restaurants scooping the prestigious spots.

List of Yorkshire restaurants featured in Top 50 Gastropubs

Number 5 | The Star Inn, Harome

Michelin-starred chef Andrew Pern’s Star Inn at Harome was the highest placed in Yorkshire for another year, claiming number five in the Top 50 Gastropubs.

The renowned restaurant with rooms suffered a devastating fire in November 2021 but has come back with a bang, remaining a favourite amongst locals and visitors of Yorkshire.

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Number 6 | The Angel at Hetton

The Angel at Hetton came in at number 6, up from spot 13 in the Top 50 Gastropubs. Since Michelin-starred chef Michael Wignall took over the much-loved North Yorkshire restaurant with rooms, they have won an impressive raft of industry-leading awards.

Found in a beautiful village in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, The Angel at Hetton is warm, charming and renowned for its delicious dining, boutique rooms and superb hospitality – so it’s no surprise they’ve landed themselves a top ten position.

Number 13 | The Abbey Inn, Byland

Coming in at number 27 in the Top 50 gastropubs is The Abbey Inn Byland, owned by Michelin-star chef Tommy Banks.

This beautiful Grade II listed country pub opened in spring 2023, focusing on sustainability and hyper-local produce to create a delicious seasonal menu.

Number 30 | The Highland Laddie, Leeds

Only opening April 2025, this unassuming pub has taken not just the North but the UK by storm, having also picked up the Good Food Guide’s best pub in Britain.

Sitting comfortably in spot 30 The Highland Laddie is certainly worth a visit, whether you fancy one of their incredible bar snacks or something adventurous on tap.

Number 31 | The Pipe & Glass, South Dalton

East Yorkshire’s finest Michelin-starred gastropub with rooms, The Pipe and Glass came in at 31. James and Kate Mackenzie’s Yorkshire pub offers hearty and moreish dishes, with ingredients from their garden to your plate.

Number 49 | Shibden Mill Inn, Halifax

At number 49 in the Top 50 Gastropubs, Halifax’s Shibden Mill Inn showcases the finest local and seasonal ingredients on their A La carte, tasting and Sunday lunch menus.

Head Chef Will Webster and the team have secured their spot since 2020 and are sure to receive many more awards and accolades to come.

List of Yorkshire restaurants featured in Top Gastropubs

• No 57, The Black Bull Sedbergh, Nun Monkton

Located just outside of Yorkshire in Sedbergh, The Black Bull highlights the best seasonal and local produce with hints of Asian fusion. The former 17th-century coaching inn was transformed into an 18-bedroom hotel with wood-burning fireplaces, classic pub features and dog-friendly accommodation.

• One To Watch – General Tartleton, Kanresborough

At the end of summer 2025, the General Tarleton openened its doors as part of Tommy Banks’ Jeopardy Hospitality and has been a hit. Executive chef Aled Williams, leads the kitchen delivering classic British pub cooking that is seasonal, sustainable and locally sourced – helping their win of the ‘One to Watch’ award.

View the full Top 50 and Top 100 Gastropubs lists here

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