Fish and Forest
York
At a glance
Fish and Forest is a restaurant and bar at 13 Grape Lane in York, with a fish-focused approach shaped by sustainability. The venue places responsible sourcing at the centre of its operation, using fish that is wild, native or ethically farmed. Wild fish is sourced through sustainable day-boat fishing, with specific and targeted methods intended to support a considered approach to the sea and its resources.
The restaurant offers different formats across the day. Lunch is centred on small plates, making the daytime menu suited to a meal built from several portions rather than a single main course. Evening service follows an à la carte format, giving the restaurant a more structured dinner option. The change in style between lunch and evening provides a clear choice for different types of visit while keeping the focus on fish and responsible sourcing.
The menu information supports a restaurant style where provenance matters. Fish is not treated as an incidental part of the offering, and the sourcing policy gives the food a distinct environmental and ethical context. Native species, wild catches and ethically farmed fish are all part of that approach, while the use of day boats and targeted fishing methods adds detail to the restaurant’s sustainability principles.
Fish and Forest suits diners looking for a fish-led meal with a clear focus on how ingredients are obtained. Lunch works for those interested in small-plate dining, while the evening à la carte service provides a different setting for a longer meal. The presence of a bar also gives the venue a broader role than a lunchtime or evening dining room alone, although the restaurant’s stated identity remains closely tied to its food and sourcing.
The venue is open from Wednesday to Saturday, with lunch service from 12:00 to 14:30 and evening service from 17:30 to 21:00. Reservations are offered, and vouchers are also part of the venue’s services. For booking or general enquiries, Fish and Forest can be contacted by telephone on 01904 661135 or by email at info@FishandForestrestaurant.co.uk. The listed address is 13 Grape Lane, York, YO1 7HU.
