York is well-known for celebrating independent food outlets and when it comes to a hearty breakfast selection, the city has so much to choose from.

But where do you start when finding the sweetest French toast or the most indulgent banana bread?

That’s why we have put together some of the best breakfasts to feast upon in York according to their Google reviews.

Whether it’s a breakfast date with a friend, family members or some well-earned alone time, each breakfast spot has a minimum of 4.0 rating.

Some of York's best breakfast spots

Rise

Location: 44 Fossgate, YO1 9TF

Rating: 4.6/5

A customer said: "Super lovely, super food, bustling and vibrant.

"Sourdough goes with everything pretty much!

"Best poached eggs we've had anywhere in ages, a fantastic brunch choice and super relaxed and hip.

"Really vibrant and full of noise and life, chatting, bustling. Would definitely come back."

Partisan

Location: 112 Micklegate, York, YO1 6JX

Rating: 4.7/5

One person wrote this review: "Absolutely amazing. Fantastic coffee! Wasn’t sure about the Persian Eggs being scrambled but they were epically good - perfect mix of spice, heat and sweetness - and just the right amount. Wish I lived here and could go back every month! Chilled, but lovely, atmosphere. Staff were all so nice! :)"

Robinsons Café

Location: 7 Bishopthorpe Road, YO23 1NA

Rating: 4.8/5

This visitor posted: "Really cute , friendly , lively cafe just outside the York city walls, on a lovely street, a lovely variety of food in which I struggled to choose, good vegetarian options as well. I chose the corn fritters and they were delicious, spicy, full of flavour, great place, highly recommend."

Brew & Brownie

Location: 5 Museum Street, YO1 7DT

Rating: 4.8/5

A user wrote: "My go to place for the best pancakes ever.

"Other menu options are delicious too, however I am partial to an American pancake stack. Mix it up a bit with seasonal specials.

"They do the best hot chocolate in town, I love my hot chocolate extra hot and they never disappoint.

"Always a pleasure to visit here."

Mannion & Co

Location: 1 Blake St, York, YO1 8QJ

Rating: 4.7/5

Someone commented: "I think this is the best brunch spot in York. There are other good options nearby, but the food here is a level above.

"The options are classics, but with a twist (eggs Benedict with truffle and brown butter hollandaise, for example). The portion sizes are decent, definitely leaving the table full. Ingredients local and high quality. We had no qualms at all.

"The coffee was nice also, and we finished with a brownie. I’d tried the one in Helmsley, and this one was just as nice - among the best I’ve had."

The Pig

Location: 35 Bishopthorpe Road, York, YO23 1NA

Rating: 4.8/5

This reviewer added: "The best eggs benedict we've ever eaten! Benedict Cumberland! We'll definitely be back to try them all! Thanks for the excellent service!"

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Double Dutch Pancake House

Location: 7 Church St, York, YO1 8BG

Rating: 4.7/5

A customer said: "Amazing pancakes in a lovely quirky little restaurant. The staff were fab and we were sat near the kitchen and could watch the food being prepared. Everything was delicious!!"