Pubs & Takeaways in Staithes
Enjoy eating out in one of the three pubs in the village, or stop by for a drink & enjoy the views
The Cod & Lobster, High Street, Staithes
A welcoming pub, right on the harbour serving good pub food.
⏲ Opening hours
- Open everyday from 9.30am for tea & coffee
- Lunch menu available 12pm – 3pm
- Evening Menu available 5pm – 8.30pm
☎️ Booking recommended in the evening: 01947 840330
📱 See pub website for more information

The Royal George, High Street, Staithes
Located in the heart of the village, serving tasty food.
⏲ Opening hours
- Monday – Thursday 11:30am – 11:30pm
- Friday & Saturday 11:30am – 12:30am
- Sunday 11:30am – 11:30pm (Last food orders 8.30pm)
For bookings call: 01947 841432
See pub website for more information

Captain Cook Inn, Staithes Lane
Situated at the top of the village, you can enjoy guest ales and a varied menu.
Opening hours
- 7 days a week: 11am – 11pm
For bookings call: 01947 840200
See pub website for more information

Excelsiors Fisheries, 4 Staithes Lane, Staithes
Eat in or takeaway back to the house – delicious fish & chips cooked to order. You might have to wait!
Opening hours
- Tuesday: 4 – 7pm
- Wednesday: 4 – 7pm
- Friday: 11:30am – 1:30pm, 4 – 8pm
- Saturday: 11:30am 1:30pm, 4–8pm
- Closed on Mondays, Thursdays & Sundays
01947 841518

Cafes in Staithes
After you've explored Staithes, why not relax with a coffee & cake in one of the cafes that are open daily in the village
Dotty’s Vintage Tea Room, High Steet, Staithes
Step back in time at this delightful tea room & enjoy delicious cakes or afternoon tea. Dogs are very welcome too.
The Tea Shop, Staithes Lane, Staithes
It’s worth the walk at top of a steep hill. Serves light meals, snacks, homemade cake and hot & cold drinks.
The Sea Drift Cafe, Seaton Garth, Staithes
The small cafe is right by the seaside and offers hot & cold drinks, snacks and cake. Takeaway food & drink also available.
Ice Cream Van
There is often an ice cream van in the harbour/beach side

Eating Out - further afield
If you are venturing beyond Staithes, here is our list of restaurants, pubs & tearooms within an easy driving distance
The Magpie Cafe, Whitby
Renowned fish and chip shop – well worth a visit
Trenchers Restaurant, Whitby
Another brillant fish & chip shop!
Estbek House, Sandsend
Two AA rosettes, with a menu that changes daily
Sandsend Cafe, Sandsend
Fully licensed cafe, with an amazing view
Spices, Saltburn
Offering traditional Indian & Bangladeshi food
Shanti Bistro, Saltburn
Vegetarian cafe & bistro
The Kings Grill, Saltburn
A mix of modern British and classical food
The Ellerby Country Inn, Ellerby
A welcoming, traditional country pub
The Royal Hotel, Runswick Bay
Situated in the centre of the village, serving good pub grub
Runswick Bay Tea Gardens, Saltburn
A tea room set in a secluded garden


How about a personal chef service?
Lisa Chapman runs ‘To Dine For’ and offers the following services:
- Private dining – she takes care of the menu, shopping, preparation, cooking, service, washing up, while you entertain your guests and enjoy the evening
- Home cooked food delivered – restaurant quality meal in your holiday home, offering great value and convenience

Contact: Lisa Chapman
☎️ 01947 841321/07855 017412
📧 lisaechapman@btinternet.com
Eating in rather than eating out?
If you want to make use of the well equipped kitchen at Ravenscraig House, don't forget to check out our page all about shopping in Staithes so you can buy everything you need to make & enjoy a delicious meal.