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Top Christmas Restaurants in York
Turkey, trimmings, and twinkling lights — York’s restaurants make Christmas feel extra cosy. Whether it’s a festive meal with your work crew, a December date night, or a family feast in a private room, we’ve got the spot. From centuries-old inns to riverside Christmas restaurants with fairy lights, the food’s great and the setting’s even better. Scroll on and find your table for the season.
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![The Etty Room at The Ivy St Helen's Square in York]()
from £55
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Etty Room
28 guestsThe Ivy St Helen's SquareYorkOn the first floor of our restaurant, there is a private dining oasis. The Etty Room is decorated with colourful botanical prints and artwork. The artistic feature of the room harmonizes perfectly with the vintage chairs, -
![Main Dining Room at The Olive Tree York in York]()
from £17
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Dining Room
75 guestsThe Olive Tree YorkYorkThe main room fits up to 80 guests. It’s simple and open, with space for quiet dinners or big group meals. Wood accents and low light make it easy to settle in. -
![Private Dining Room at Sora in York]()
from £49
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
36 guestsSoraYorkElegant and intimate, the private dining room at Sora York is perfect for exclusive gatherings, business meetings or special celebrations. With stylish interiors and dedicated service, it provides a refined setting for a -
![Entire Venue at Mommy Thai - King Street in York]()
from £1200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
20 guestsMommy Thai - King StreetYorkOur King Street location in York offers a cozy and characterful space of approximately 25 sqm, accommodating up to 20 guests. Reflecting Bangkok’s culture and street food, the space includes vintage Thai movie posters, creating -
![Dining Room at Damastique in York]()
from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDining Room
70 guestsDamastiqueYorkThis room can seat up to 70 guests. It will be a fit for a family dining party, or celebrating a special occasion! Go ahead and book Damastique today. -
![Wonderbar at Impossible Wonderbar & Tea Room York in York]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWonderbar
70 guestsImpossible Wonderbar & Tea Room YorkYorkWonderbar is the perfect venue for larger events and can accommodate up to 200 guests. Our Wonderbar is an opportunity for your imagination to unfold into a bespoke event. -
![Private Dining Area at Arras in York]()
from £32
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Area
12 guestsArrasYorkThe private dining area at Arras is tucked away but still open and bright. The same bold artwork from the main room carries through here. The setup can shift for the group, sometimes one long table, other times a few smaller -
![Event Space at 22 Yards Wine Bar in York]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent Space
42 guests22 Yards Wine BarYorkThis is a beautiful Georgian space with views of York Minster, perfect for up to 40 guests, where drinks can be enjoyed in the front of the bar before being seated in the rear of the bar for lunch/dinner. -
![The Mystic Marrakesh at The Marrakesh York in York]()
from £199
minimum spendCheck availabilityThe Mystic Marrakesh
30 guestsThe Marrakesh YorkYorkThe Marrakesh York is an authentic Moroccan restaurant and cocktail bar. Discover a new and unique dining experience as you treat your senses with the sights, sounds and tastes of Morocco. -
![Main Dining Area at Arras in York]()
from £32
per person / per afternoonCheck availabilityMain Dining Area
18 guestsArrasYorkArras sits in a quiet corner of York at The Old Coach House on Peasholme Green. The building is brick‑built and historic. Inside, the dining room is compact but bright thanks to a skylight. -
![Function Space at The Ship Inn in York]()
from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityFunction Space
28 guestsThe Ship InnYorkThe Ship Inn offers a cozy and rustic restaurant for functions with a maximum capacity of 38 guests, making it an ideal choice for intimate gatherings, events, and parties. -
![Tea Room at Impossible Wonderbar & Tea Room York in York]()
from £1300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTea Room
20 guestsImpossible Wonderbar & Tea Room YorkYorkImpossible Wonderbar and TeaRooms York is the latest modern addition to iconic StHelen’s square within the heart of York’s buzzing shopping and hospitality scene.
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FAQs about Top Christmas Restaurants in York
In York, prices of Christmas restaurants average £36 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in York, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From £30 | to £45 | per person |
| From £500 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £30 | to £240 | hire fee per hour |
You'll find Christmas restaurants in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in York, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small Christmas restaurants | up to 40 guests | prices average £1300 minimum spend per event |
| Medium Christmas restaurants | between 50 and 100 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large Christmas restaurants | over 110 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
Yes. Mommy Thai - King Street caters well to smaller groups, with space for 20 seated guests and a warm, private setting. It operates on a minimum spend model starting at £1200 per session, which is ideal for exclusive use and a custom menu.
Christmas slots, especially Fridays and weekends in December, fill up quickly. For groups of 20 or more, it’s best to book at least 6–8 weeks in advance to ensure you get your preferred venue and date.
Most restaurants, such as Malmaison York, Sora, and The Ivy offer curated Christmas menus or festive set meals. You can usually preview menus via the venue's Tagvenue listing or message the manager directly to discuss options for your group.
