The White Horse & Griffin

Name: The White Horse & Griffin
Address: 87 Church St, Whitby, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom, YO22 4BH
Telephone: 01947 604857
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.3

4.3

671 Reviews

£26 to £40

British

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 3 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

The White Horse & Griffin has developed a reputation for great food served in a relaxed and unfussy style, using locally sourced ingredients. With an emphasis on fresh seafood, we pride ourselves on great service and value for money. Built in 1681 and with a history you can almost taste, you can dine in the very room where Captain Cook and William Scoresby used to raise and fix their crews!
The upstairs restaurant offers private dining and is ideal for special occasions such as weddings, birthdays, anniversaries or just getting groups of friends together.
Downstairs, our busy ‘bistro style’ restaurant serves many British classics in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
To accompany your meal we have a well-stocked wine cellar, many of which are available by the glass.

Additional information

Location
87 Church St, Whitby, North Yorkshire YO22 4BH
Phone number
01947 604857
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British, Bistro, Seafood
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Access by car is for unloading only. It is easier to reverse back out onto the tarmac than it is to proceed along the cobbles and turn around. The closest car park is 150 yards away just along the tarmac part of Church Street with CCTV cameras. Parking is free after 6pm until 9am the following day.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

Popular dishes

Coronation Crab Salad, Saffron & Lemon Pilaf, Green Tea Pickled Raisins, Croutes£15.00
Salmon & Smoked Salmon Fishcake, Sweet & Sour Cucumber Pickle Salad£12.00
- Large£22.00
East Coast Bouillabaisse, Crouty Bread£12.00
Braised Pork Cheek, Spiced Carrot Purée, Pickled Shallot, Pork Puff£15.00
Sweet Potato & Paprika Soup, Cumin Scone£11.00
Braised Creamed Leeks, Tarragon, Cheese Crumb, Rocket & Hazelnut£11.00

Mains

Meat

Slow Roast Beef Rib, Bourbon Glaze, Smokey Bean Cassoulet£27.00
Charred Baby Corn, Beetroot Sauerkraut£27.00
Chicken Supreme, Garlic & Thyme Fondant Potato, Grilled Green Beans, Roasted Tomato, Wild Mushroom & Brandy Cream£24.00
Panfried Stonebass Fillet, Chorizo & Chickpea Casserole, Crushed New Potato’s, Samphire£24.00
Smoked Haddock Fillet, Pomme Purée, Curried Mussel Cream, Greens£24.00
WH&G Fish Pie - Mornay Sauce, Locally Caught White Fish, Mixed Shellfish, Garden Peas, Pomme Purée, Buttered Samphire£26.00
‘Boltmaker’ Beer Battered Cod Loin, Minted Marrowfat Peas, Skin On Fries, Tartar Sauce£24.00
Pulled BBQ Jackfruit Burger, Rocket, Brioche Bun, Gherkin, Beetroot Sauerkraut, Cajun Mayo, Skin On Fries£19.00
Roasted Seasonal Vegetable Risotto, Red Harissa£24.00
Butternut Squash, Pearl Onions & Goats Cheese ‘Cottage’ Pie, Greens£22.00

Sides

Skin on Fries£4.50
Buttered Roasted Vegetables£4.50
Tomato & Onion Salad£4.50
Truffle & Parmesan Fries£5.00

To Finish

Yorkshire Parkin, Toffee Sauce, Vanilla Ice Cream, Salted Caramel Shard£9.00
Caramelised Biscuit Chocolate Delice, Sweet Biscuit Compote, Pouring Cream, Chocolate Soil£9.00
Guinness Rice Pudding, Sweet Pickled Cherries, Shortbread£9.00
Blackcurrant Sorbet, Berry Compote£7.00
Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream£7.00
Selection of Yorkshire Cheeses, Biscuits & Chutney£3.00
- 3 for 12£12.00
- 5 for 17£17.00

What 671 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Yorkshire
Great for fine wines
Yorkshire
Romantic
North Yorkshire
Great for fine wines
North Yorkshire
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The White Horse & Griffin offers a charming historical ambiance, "excellent service," and "fantastic food," with standout dishes like mussels and seafood chowder. While some reviews note inconsistencies, many praise the "superb Sunday lunch" and "very attentive staff." This cozy, dog-friendly spot is a must-visit in Whitby.

671 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Yorkshire1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was very good. The portions could be bigger for the price
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GaryF
Nottingham2 reviews
2.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Took some friends and family. One of us had the trout. It was cooked well, but the base it was on was bland and like weak soup, which made the fish soggy. Ended up leaving most of it. Most disappointing thing was that on collecting our dishes nobody asked why most of the food was left. Such a shame. Had positive dining experiences there previously, and whilst we accept that not every dish can be spot on, you’d like to think the staff care if something isn’t quite right. Will definitely think twice about returning with friends.
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Elaine
Edinburgh2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was the best Sunday lunch we've had in a very long time, the beef was amazing! Lovely staff, relaxed atmosphere, amazing place. Would definitely recommend.
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Kelly
Yorkshire1 review
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really enjoyed our meal, the service was friendly and efficient and the food delicious, lovely relaxed atmosphere in a beautiful old restaurant with lots of character and charm.
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John
Newcastle2 reviews
3.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food seemed generally overpriced. Our steaks were OK but nothing special. Cheese sauce was very thin.
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karen
Yorkshire17 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Lovely setting Warm and cosy Beautiful food Service was very slow
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Julia
Staffordshire4 reviews
4.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A lovely setting in the oldest pub in whitby, food was good and ambience nice. Enjoyed the trio of white wines a good idea to help you choose a bottle and especially enjoyed the flight of port with the cheese. A great night
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Rhiannon
Key West1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Superb lunch of oysters and champagne for Valentines Day. Friendly, efficient staff.
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Rhiannon VIP
London12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We started with the excellent oysters and a glass of bubbly. The roast beef for Sunday lunch was some of the best I have eaten and we’ve really enjoyed the vegetables particularly the cauliflower cheese. Service was efficient and friendly in a lovely cosy restaurant.
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Angela
Yorkshire2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cosy atmosphere, open fire, lovely staff. The food was lovely, excellent wine… would recommend
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The White Horse & Griffin is rated 4.3 stars by 671 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 3 times today

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87 Church St, Whitby, North Yorkshire YO22 4BH

Additional information

Phone number
01947 604857
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British, Bistro, Seafood
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Access by car is for unloading only. It is easier to reverse back out onto the tarmac than it is to proceed along the cobbles and turn around. The closest car park is 150 yards away just along the tarmac part of Church Street with CCTV cameras. Parking is free after 6pm until 9am the following day.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

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Yorkshire Tea

Seafood Platter

Mussels

Fresh Rock Oyster Bar

Pink Shallot Vinaigrette, Lemon & Tabasco£1.00

New Orleans Style Butter Baked Oysters£3.00

To Start

Coronation Crab Salad, Saffron & Lemon Pilaf, Green Tea Pickled Raisins, Croutes£15.00

Salmon & Smoked Salmon Fishcake, Sweet & Sour Cucumber Pickle Salad£12.00

East Coast Bouillabaisse, Crouty Bread£12.00

Braised Pork Cheek, Spiced Carrot Purée, Pickled Shallot, Pork Puff£15.00

Sweet Potato & Paprika Soup, Cumin Scone£11.00

Braised Creamed Leeks, Tarragon, Cheese Crumb, Rocket & Hazelnut£11.00

Mains

Slow Roast Beef Rib, Bourbon Glaze, Smokey Bean Cassoulet£27.00

Charred Baby Corn, Beetroot Sauerkraut£27.00

Chicken Supreme, Garlic & Thyme Fondant Potato, Grilled Green Beans, Roasted Tomato, Wild Mushroom & Brandy Cream£24.00

Panfried Stonebass Fillet, Chorizo & Chickpea Casserole, Crushed New Potato’s, Samphire£24.00

Smoked Haddock Fillet, Pomme Purée, Curried Mussel Cream, Greens£24.00

WH&G Fish Pie - Mornay Sauce, Locally Caught White Fish, Mixed Shellfish, Garden Peas, Pomme Purée, Buttered Samphire£26.00

‘Boltmaker’ Beer Battered Cod Loin, Minted Marrowfat Peas, Skin On Fries, Tartar Sauce£24.00

Pulled BBQ Jackfruit Burger, Rocket, Brioche Bun, Gherkin, Beetroot Sauerkraut, Cajun Mayo, Skin On Fries£19.00

Roasted Seasonal Vegetable Risotto, Red Harissa£24.00

Butternut Squash, Pearl Onions & Goats Cheese ‘Cottage’ Pie, Greens£22.00

Sides

Skin on Fries£4.50

Buttered Roasted Vegetables£4.50

Tomato & Onion Salad£4.50

Truffle & Parmesan Fries£5.00

To Finish

Yorkshire Parkin, Toffee Sauce, Vanilla Ice Cream, Salted Caramel Shard£9.00

Caramelised Biscuit Chocolate Delice, Sweet Biscuit Compote, Pouring Cream, Chocolate Soil£9.00

Guinness Rice Pudding, Sweet Pickled Cherries, Shortbread£9.00

Blackcurrant Sorbet, Berry Compote£7.00

Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream£7.00

Selection of Yorkshire Cheeses, Biscuits & Chutney£3.00

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