Michelin held its annual awards ceremony for Great Britain and Ireland, in Dublin on Monday, February 9.
Every year, the finest restaurants and pubs in the country are awarded with Michelin Stars during the event, but the culinary giant also highlights recommendations in its Michelin Guide, which is regularly updated.
Across North Yorkshire, 34 restaurants have been named the best in the region by Michelin, receiving praise for service, food quality, creative menus, cooking techniques, and more.
FIFTY TWO in Harrogate was also awarded a new star in the 2026 awards.
Here is a full list of the North Yorkshire restaurants which have Michelin’s stamp of approval - and what the inspectors have to say.
1. Pignut & The Hare
📍 Hare Inn, Scawton. 🗣 Michelin said: "The ambitious tasting menu employs a range of creative techniques resulting in attractive, hyper-local dishes – beginning with the ‘wastage’ broth using leftover vegetables and ending with stand-out desserts such as a signature combination of mushroom, coffee and caramel.” | Tony Johnson Photo: Tony Johnson
2. The Plough
📍 Main Street, Wombleton. 🗣 Michelin said: "Chef Richard offers hearty dishes that are classically and wholly enjoyable, like a generous pork chop cooked with evident skill.” | Google Maps
3. Black Swan
📍Main Street, Oldstead. 🗣 Michelin said: "The chefs work in total harmony with the gardeners, and an array of preservation techniques are used to ensure their ingredients last.” | Google Maps
4. Durham Ox
📍 Westway, Crayke. 🗣 Michelin said: "The cooking echoes the surroundings in its comforting heartiness, with full-flavoured and uncomplicated dishes spread across an extensive menu and plenty of seasonal specials.” | Tripadvisor-Durham Ox