Part of a successful chain across the UK, The Slug and Lettuce is a laid-back, contemporary group of bars and restaurants with a diverse seasonal menu of modern British classics. Tucked away in the Back Swinegate area of central York, this convivial branch attracts a mixed crowd of workers, residents, shoppers and families, serving hearty favourites such as fish and chips and steak pie together with a full-bodied drinks list. The hidden courtyard is a secluded retreat from the bustle of the stone streets outside.