The Barbakan

With a name taken from the famous gate in Poland, this restaurant similarly acts as an entrance, leading you into a world of Polish cuisine. Just minutes from the Jorvik Viking Centre and Clifford's Tower, it's a great spot to refuel with something a little different, whether you visit for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Lunchtime sees excellent Polish options on offer, alongside a selection of deli-style dishes and a variety of inventive sandwiches made with bread that's baked fresh on the premises daily. The evening menu comprises carefully selected dishes whose fantastic recipes have been plucked straight from Polish kitchens, guaranteeing an authentic taste of this country's cooking. Try the pierogi - pan-fried dumplings with a choice of fillings - for something deliciously unusual, available as either a starter or a main course. This little gem is being unearthed by more and more residents of York each day. Go and discover it for yourself