The Blue Barbakan

I went there for dinner a couple of days ago. The food was delicious and the service very attentive. I had a mocktail, which was served with very tasty bread and sauce, dumplings as a starter, pan-fried cod with spinach and a poached egg as my main dish along with pear cider, and a latte instead of a dessert. I loved everything! As I was in York for tourism, I won't have the opportunity to go back soon but next time I go to York I'd like to try other food from their menu as they all looked tasty!

Amazing experience, Norbert the waiter was absolutely incredible and able to talk us through all the drinks menu and food with charm. We couldnt recommend the food more, the service of the whole team was outstanding. Well able to handle a nut allergy without going OTT, very appreciated. Definitely go with a large appetite and don't leave without taking a slice of cake to go! We'll be back again no doubt

After a recent trip to Poland and Ukraine, I was keen to introduce my partner to more Eastern European dishes, so we reserved a table for an early dinner on a Friday evening. The Blue Barbakan is enviably located on Fossgate - a street replete with excellent places to dine - occupying a corner position by the bridge. From the moment you enter, you'll feel welcomed by the homely decor and cosy atmosphere. For a Friday in York, the place was pleasantly quiet, and we were seated almost immediately. The menu choices offered a range of cuisine, so we started with a selection of pierogi and borscht, followed by potato pancakes and beef stew. We rounded off with a shared slice of chocolate gateau. Everything was utterly delicious, and the service was fantastic! For 2 starters, 2 mains, extra bread, a carafe of wine and soft drinks followed by dessert, the bill came to a whisker over £90, and it was worth every penny. We thoroughly enjoyed the evening and will undoubtedly return in the near future!

An absolutely wonderful experience with truly delicious food. The wild mushroom soup was a solid 12/10 absolutely outstanding! The rabbit liver could have been a bit crunchier, but the flavor was still excellent. My cousin had the “Gypsy-style pancake” and it was also absolutely delicious. The restaurant’s atmosphere and interior design are beautiful, and the view of the river makes it even more special. It was also great to chat with the staff in Polish - such a nice touch when you’re abroad and can still hear your native language while enjoying authentic, high-quality Polish cuisine. The service was superb: attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. Highly recommended!

Great service and amazing food. Lots of fresh ingredients and amazing flavours. The courgette fritters were fantastic! Some great beers to choose from too. Nice, cozy setting.