Reviews in Leeds and Yorkshire

We had an excellent evening at Magpie Cafe on Sunday 8th August. My husband and I shared a starter of Mussels, they were do delicious and a very generous portion for a starter. Following this we both opted for the cod and chips as we had very much been looking forward to this as we planned our holiday to Whitby. We were not disappointed, the cod was really well cooked and was so tasty - it also just fell apart, along with a good portion of chips, peas and bread & butter we were definitely very well fed. We recommend the restaurant to anyone looking for a good fish and chip restaurant experience. Our waitress was also really good, patient, helpful and friendly, a real credit to Magpie Cafe ( I think she was called Carol?). The restaurant was busy but Covid was very much at the forefront of the restaurant layout and we felt very safe.

Beautiful food ,welcoming staff ,friendly service .Had two fabulous meals here and we went home very satisfied.Thank you all at the Magpie for a very special time .

Our meal was absolutely beautiful the fish was massive and definitely the best I have ever tasted. The lady who served us was very friendly and polite. We live over 3 hours drive away Otherwise we would visit more often. I shall definitely recommend yourselves to people who are planning a visit to Whitby.

Fantastic food Lovely staff Value for money

Amazing food, service - will deffo be back again couldn’t fault anything!!!!

I have been coming to The Magpie for 46 years it although the menu has changed over time, it gets better and better - and it was a favourite of mine when I first visited in 1975, and remains so. Food superb, pleasant surroundings and fabulous, friendly and efficient staff. What more could you possibly ask?

For the last 6 years we have travelled from Northern Ireland to Yorkshire, and our favourite place to eat is The Magpie Cafe in Whitby. It never disappoints. The food and service is always of high quality, each year I wonder will we still enjoy the meal as much and each year it exceeds our expectations. When we reserved the table we requested a window seat, our request was met. Excellent service, delicious food, amazing staff. Despite being busy the staff still had smiles on their faces and couldn’t have been more helpful, and checked to make sure we were happy with everything. High standard of cleanliness. Tables well laid out, fulfilled all current covid restrictions. Kids meal was excellent value for money. Portions are huge, we’ve learned from past experience to share the starters if you want room to finish your main course. I can’t recommend it enough. Looking forward to next year already.

Excellent food and dining experience. Felt very safe in these strange Covid times. Cheerful waitresses and careful cleaning inbetween diners.

This place is lovely It was a last minute decision to go and wanted somewhere local with the Italian Theme! Loved the atmosphere and the food.Staff very friendly.

The best Korean food I’ve had in the UK! Amazing service and very friendly staff, was a lovely experience and I can’t wait to come back for more.. Also was such pleasant surprise to see Bingsu on the menu!!

Great food excellent service will definitely go back

Brilliant food and superb service. Top class wine list.

GREAT THAT MAXI’s is back We have been a fan of Maxi’s since our first visit to its Leeds branch in 1995. The food is consistently good and glad to say that has not changed. Friendly and quick service and reasonably priced. Glad York still has this restaurant for us to go to.

The restaurant was busy but the staff were friendly and efficient. The food was good. My husband had the mackerel from the specials board and says it was the best mackerel he's ever tasted. Would love to try your fish and chips one day!

Fantastic meal and great service. We always travel to Whitby once a year to have some of the delicious seafood on the menu at the Magpie Cafe. We have recently added to our family and with a new toddler in tow meal times can be stressful but the waiting staff were amazing, calm and nothing was too much bother! Highly recommend eating here.

Excellent as always, great Friday night decision to visit and sample the fantastic chilli, moules, steaks and fish & chips. Thanks, we’ll be back soon.

Pleasant relaxed atmosphere, standard of service and food reasonable

Read an article in YP or YEP so decided to try it out. Was not disappointed. Delicious fish cakes with poached egg for all of us to start. I had chicken burger with the most delicious fillet of juicy chargrilled chicken with bacon and avocado and a tasty chilli jam. Great atmosphere and friendly staff.