Mr P's Curious Tavern

Tasty food and good value on special York Restaurant week deal so glad we went. Both starters were excellent (Cauliflower and cheese soup, and Lamb Koftas) Meat main was good (Pork), but veggie option a bit dry and underwhelming (mushroom pearl barley risotto). Out of the two desserts the Chocolate Parfait was definately a winner. Panna Cotta was too subtle an flavour. Wine options were nice and friendly staff. Luckily we were sat at a 'proper table', but many sittings were on high bar tables and stools which are a bit harder to relax in. Thought the standard menu was a bit pricey if not on the set-menu meal deal and best for meat eaters as there's not a great selection for veggies.

It's the sort of place I would like to open in London. Or anywhere really. I would say local ingredients reassembled and presented in an unusual way. Perfect portions, bigger than tapas, smaller than mains and perfectly priced. And the flavors... We got the pigeon pie (fennel seeds inside and the gravy oh...) and the Yorkshire pud with a sherry (we think) based gravy for the beef on top. Great wine selection to go with it. I would try the whole menu if I were living in London. If I happen to be in York again, that'll be my first restaurant choice! Delighted. And I'm definitely not a 5-star reviewer.