Fratelli of Hebden is an Italian restaurant in Hebden Bridge serving Neapolitan-style artisan pizzas, pasta, bruschetta and desserts. Guests can book tables online and the venue offers a relaxed bar atmosphere. Vegan options are available and most pizzas can be made plant based on request. Open daily from lunchtime through the evening.

The Green Dragon Bedale is a traditional Yorkshire pub and inn on Bedale’s Market Place, offering seven en-suite guest rooms alongside a lively bar and a light-filled conservatory dining area. The kitchen serves classic pub favourites, hot baguettes, and a popular Sunday lunch made with locally sourced ingredients. With online booking for rooms and tables, it’s a convenient base between the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors. Regular live entertainment and a warm, community feel make it a welcoming stop for locals and visitors alike.

The Herdsman is a country pub and grill restaurant in North Cowton near Catterick and Northallerton. It serves traditional homemade British dishes alongside Sunday roasts and a range of drinks. Guests mention a cosy bar with log burners and a welcoming village hub atmosphere. Booking is available online and the venue hosts regular food service throughout the week.

The Green Tree Inn is a traditional village pub and community hub in Patrick Brompton near Bedale. Taken over by Aidan and Jess in July 2025, it focuses on warm hospitality, well kept drinks and homemade pub classics. Open Wednesday to Sunday, the pub serves lunch and dinner with a popular Sunday lunch. Guests can book tables online and the team welcomes locals, walkers and families.

The Friars Head is a country pub and restaurant at Akebar Park in North Yorkshire offering cosy spaces, a welcoming bar and seasonal menus. It serves traditional Sunday roasts and caters for casual dining as well as private events and weddings. Set between Bedale and Leyburn in lower Wensleydale, the venue blends classic character with modern touches and scenic surroundings. The team is known for friendly service and flexible event catering.

Destination brownie cafe in the Dales serving rich brownies, hot chocolates and sundaes. Scenic setting with indoor and outdoor seating. Hosts family friendly events and giftable treat boxes.

Independent dessert lounge serving kunafa, waffles, cookie dough and shakes with late opening. Community favourite for sit-in and takeaway with friendly service. Newer spot that has quickly built strong local word of mouth.

Small-batch dessert kitchen known for layered puddings, cheesecakes and seasonal specials, serving locally via pop-ups and collections.

Artisan gelato made by hand in Talbot Yard using local dairy. Classic and inventive flavours rotate daily. Scoops, waffles and take-home tubs in a friendly courtyard setting.

Historic family business selling its signature “milk ices”. Simple menu done exceptionally well with loyal queues daily. Multiple local shops and a takeaway focus.