Stayed at the Abbey Inn on a 2 night break and was not disappointed. The tasting menu at the Black Swan was superb, the chocolate and mushroom dessert was just glorious and Micheal who guided us through the wine flight was a joy he was just brilliant. The meal at the Abbey Inn was fantastic, our room and views of the ruins superb. What a wonderful break with the food and staff cannot wait to return. Thank you.
Andy Townend
+5
A superb tasting menu and matching wines. The food is clever and inventive without ever being fussy or pretentious. Chef Tommy Banks' focus is on flavour from seasonal and local produce, most of which comes from the restaurant's garden and nearby family farm. The staff are knowledgeable, efficient, helpful and friendly. Altogether a wonderful experience and highly recommended.
Lynne B
+5
Had a fabulous dinner, all the food was outstanding and service was exceptional. Staff were knowledgeable and so welcoming. Thank you for the most wonderful visit.
Darren Clarke
+5
We were fortunate enough to dine here last night and the tasting menu was exceptional. The amount of work that must go into creating the food is staggering to achieve the flavours in each dish. Knowledge of the staff was also first class. I wish I could describe the dishes but I simply wouldn't do them.justice.
Karen Askwith
+5
Best of the best and we have eaten at Michelin Star restaurants. Head chef has the most amazing team. Waiting staff the best ever. Would we come back? In a heart beat. Loved Black Swan. Our best ever experience. ❤
Jeanne Hale
+5
We actually stayed at The Abbey Inn as part of a 2 night stay with one meal at The Abbey and one meal at The Black Swan. Our room was spectacular, the service at both establishments was spot on and the food was outstanding. It was a luxurious break and was perfect for our celebration trip. The ethos of the Banks family including home grown produce and all the initiatives for sustainability are to be commended.
J L
+5
Outstanding food and exceptional service. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable and each dish had a story. Everything is so local and innovative. It’s expensive but you get what you pay for. Can’t comment on the rooms as didn’t stay over.
Pete Cawley
+5
Simply amazing.
We stayed at the Abbey Inn, which overlooks Byland Abbey and the building is situated in a beautiful location.
The food at the Black Swan did not disappoint and is well worth the hype it receives.
Graham Stroud
+5
Quite wonderful. The most imaginative pairings of flavours that anyone could dream up. We went for the lunchtime tasting menu and everything was absolutely stunning, starting with the cocktails. The wine pairing was inspired, with the biggest surprise being a fabulous Polish dessert wine. Service was friendly and absolutely impeccable.
Helen Shimwell
+5
Just the most amazing and memorable experience. Exceptional food - every course was so delicious it is impossible to choose a favourite! And exceptional front of house too. Thank you so much to all of the staff who were all so friendly and gave us such a lovely day to remember.
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