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Box Tree Restaurant

4.9
4.9
1396 Reviews
£41 and over
British
35 - 37 Church Street, Ilkley, Ilkley, West Yorkshire LS29 9DR

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
Please note we now only offer a tasting menu for all reservations.

This small renowned restaurant in the heart of Ilkley was founded in 1962. It was the first 2 Michelin Starred restaurant outside of London and for over 60 years has continued to be at the forefront of northern Gastronomy.

The modern British menu and extensive wine cellar offer food lovers an unforgettable experience. The kitchens commitment to the best, freshest ingredients, with an emphasis on locally sourced, fresh ingredients from farmers and local suppliers.

The Box Tree represents a combination between 21st century efficiency and exquisite good taste. Whilst the kitchen boasts the latest equipment, the restaurant features a collection of art and antiques which define the style and luxury for which the Box Tree is famed.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    British, Modern European
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 6:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–1:30 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–8:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01943 608484
  • Website
    http://www.theboxtree.co.uk/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Brayden Davies
  • Catering
    Yorkshire's Premier Outside Caterer<br />For any outside catering events please get in touch with the restaurant on 01943 608484 or alternatively via email on info@theboxtree.co.uk
  • Private party facilities
    We accept private parties from 10 up to 45 guests and can offer exclusive hire and provide bespoke packages to suit your requirements helping to make your special day a memorable one.The private dining room not only boasts the comfort and luxury you would expect at the Box Tree but also offers you complete privacy and confidentiality.
  • Location
    35 - 37 Church Street, Ilkley, Ilkley, West Yorkshire LS29 9DR
  • Neighborhood
    Ilkley
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the main town car park situated just behind the restaurant. It is £1 from 6.00pm onwards.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,396 people are saying

Box Tree Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Yorkshire

    Best Service

  • Yorkshire

    Great for fine wines

  • Yorkshire

    Good for special occasions

  • Yorkshire

    British

  • West Yorkshire

    Best Overall

  • West Yorkshire

    Best Food

  • West Yorkshire

    Best Service

  • West Yorkshire

    Best Ambiance

  • West Yorkshire

    Great for fine wines

  • West Yorkshire

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Box Tree Restaurant offers a memorable dining experience with "superb service" and "exceptional food." Guests rave about the "creative and delicious" menu, enhanced by "attentive staff" and a "lovely atmosphere." Perfect for special occasions, it features a mix of traditional and contemporary influences, providing "a unique experience."
1,396 Reviews

  1. Christine Bentley

    Yorkshire1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really scrumptious food. Relaxed whilst professional service.

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  2. Alison

    Lincolnshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really marvellous. If you want really interesting food and a cracking venue, choose this spot.

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  3. Philip

    Yorkshire8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience celebrating my mum’s birthday with family. The service was impeccable and the food creative, exemplary and delicious. One of the best restaurants I know and should soon be awarded a Michelin Star

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  4. Paul

    Yorkshire11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, superb service. A really enjoyable lunch.

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  5. Rachel

    Nottingham12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First came here a long time ago. Pleased to say the quality and creativity of the menu is still superb. Hopefully it won’t be too long before my next visit

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  6. Penny

    Yorkshire16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great meal with a fabulous array of flavours. As a coeliac, I am used to being offered alternatives to the main menu but the chef kept my offering very much in line with amazing bread, pasta and even a yorkshire pudding - it was a joy!

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  7. Brian

    Yorkshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A unique dining experience, with knowledgeable and extremely polite and friendly staff We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique experience, even though I managed to knock my wine over which was dealt with seamlessly by the staff

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  8. Lesley

    Yorkshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sunday lunch and service were excellent. The beef succulent, the cauliflower cheese a delight and the banana soufflé was amazing.

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  9. Anna

    Yorkshire11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, a lovely dining experience with well thought out menu ideas. A great collection of mini dishes to sample a variety of flavours, with the main Sunday lunch dish being very filling and great value for fine dining.

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  10. Dawn

    Yorkshire1 review

    2.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dined here 2 years ago and it was fabulous. Beautiful meal. Unfortunately they now have a new chef with Australian and Asian influences which I’m not sure suits the traditionalist ambience of the restaurant. It’s not to my taste I’m afraid so won’t be going again. Service was outstanding as usual.

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FAQs

Box Tree Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 1396 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United Kingdom
  3. Yorkshire
  4. West Yorkshire
  5. Ilkley

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Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Box Tree Restaurant

35 - 37 Church Street, Ilkley, Ilkley, West Yorkshire LS29 9DR

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Ilkley
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 6:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–1:30 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–8:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    British, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the main town car park situated just behind the restaurant. It is £1 from 6.00pm onwards.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Brayden Davies
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.theboxtree.co.uk/
  • Phone number
    01943 608484
  • Catering
    Yorkshire's Premier Outside Caterer<br />For any outside catering events please get in touch with the restaurant on 01943 608484 or alternatively via email on info@theboxtree.co.uk
  • Private party facilities
    We accept private parties from 10 up to 45 guests and can offer exclusive hire and provide bespoke packages to suit your requirements helping to make your special day a memorable one.The private dining room not only boasts the comfort and luxury you would expect at the Box Tree but also offers you complete privacy and confidentiality.
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