But First

York



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Ideal for
Cuisine
Known for
breakfast and cafe dining
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Price
££££ Moderately Priced
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For group visits, outdoor seating provides an additional option when the weather is suitable.

But First is a cafe and breakfast restaurant at 81 Main St in Bishopthorpe, York. The venue also falls within the broader restaurant category, making it suitable for more than one type of food-led visit. Its listed format centres on cafe service, breakfast dining and restaurant-style meals, with options for guests who want to eat on the premises or take food away.

Dine-in service gives the venue a practical role for breakfast visits, cafe stops and meals in a restaurant setting. Takeaway service provides an alternative for food collected to enjoy elsewhere. The combination of these formats allows But First to serve different kinds of visits without relying on a single dining style.

Outdoor seating is available, adding an option for guests who prefer to eat outside. Seating choices can therefore include the main dine-in area or the outdoor section, subject to the venue’s arrangements on the day. The outdoor option may also be useful for groups looking for a shared meal or cafe visit with a choice of setting.

But First is listed as good for groups, so the venue can accommodate group-oriented cafe, breakfast or restaurant visits. That makes it relevant for informal gatherings, shared meals and occasions when several people want to dine in the same place. Its cafe and breakfast restaurant categories also make it a natural option for daytime food and drink, although the precise menu is not described here.

The price level is moderate, placing But First in a mid-range category rather than a budget-only or premium-only setting. The venue’s main features are its cafe and breakfast focus, dine-in service, takeaway availability, outdoor seating and suitability for groups. These features give it a straightforward range of ways to visit, whether the priority is eating on site, collecting food or finding seating for a small gathering.

Located on Main St in Bishopthorpe, But First offers a local dining option within the York area. The address is 81 Main St, Bishopthorpe, York YO23 2RA, UK. Visitors planning a group meal, a breakfast-led stop or a takeaway collection can choose the format that best matches the occasion.

Frequently Asked Questions

But First is at 81 Main St, Bishopthorpe, York YO23 2RA, UK.
It is a cafe and breakfast restaurant, with a broader restaurant classification.
Reservation arrangements should be confirmed directly with But First.
Yes. Takeaway service is available.
Yes. But First offers outdoor seating.
But First is listed as good for groups, making it suitable for group cafe, breakfast or restaurant visits.
Families can consider the cafe and breakfast restaurant format, while any family-specific facilities should be confirmed directly with the venue.
Specific dietary choices should be confirmed directly with But First before ordering.
Its breakfast restaurant and cafe format make it suitable for breakfast-led visits, with opening times to be confirmed directly.

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