Roots

Cuisine

Modern Cuisine

Michelin

1

Price

££££

Website

https://www.rootsyork.com

Description

Set in a quiet area of the city, this attractive Arts and Crafts building is little sister to the Black Swan in Oldstead and shares its ethos of seasonality and sustainability. Tasting menus evolve naturally according to the availability of produce – which originates from their kitchen garden, small regional suppliers and chef-owner Tommy Banks’ parents’ farm. Creative, modern dishes are carefully prepared and deceptively simple to look at, yet offer great refinement and depth of flavour. There’s plenty of choice on the well-chosen wine list, with everything available by the glass.

Review score

4.1

Review count

100

Review summary

Roots in York offers modern cuisine with an average rating of 4.2/5. Guests frequently praise the high food quality, innovative signature tasting menus, and knowledgeable staff, creating a generally positive atmosphere. However, criticisms highlight inconsistent service, pacing issues, and aggressive upselling of add-ons. Some reviewers noted over-seasoned dishes and occasional rudeness from hosts. Despite these mixed experiences regarding value and service attentiveness, the restaurant remains a notable destination for those seeking sophisticated modern British dining, provided one manages expectations regarding service consistency.

Best for

Suitable for diners seeking innovative modern British cuisine who can tolerate occasional service inconsistencies.

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