The Pig and Pastry

If you’re in York and wondering where the locals go for a proper breakfast, The Pig & Pastry is a solid bet. Tucked in the quieter, leafier part of town, it’s the kind of spot that you go to for homely, no-fuss food.

The Meaty Fry Up (pictured) delivers everything you want from a full English breakfast: bacon, sausages, mushrooms, beans, tomato, toast, scrambled eggs, and yes, black pudding. Don’t knock it till you’ve tried it – rich, earthy, and unexpectedly moreish.

The Spinach Pancakes are another sleeper hit: fluffy green stacks with grilled halloumi for a salty-savoury combo that just works.

It’s a cosy stop that feels like a gentle escape from the more tourist-heavy parts of town. Definitely one to keep on your radar!

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