Magpie Cafe
14 Pier Road, Whitby, YO21 3PU
The distinctive black and white building which houses Magpie Café has been around from the sixteenth century and although it has adopted various personas over the years, it came to be a café in 1939. Today, the Magpie Café could be described as the seafood lover's ultimate paradise, overlooking the waters of the cold North Sea, set between the market and the harbour. The historic fishing port of Whitby, where Magpie Café is located, features extensively in Bram Stoker's Dracula, and in A.S Byatt's Possession. Apart from these literary merits, Whitby stands out as a town steeped in a wealth of tradition and seafaring history; the enchanting port and surrounding area has provided the local community, whose people have braved the harsh seas, with a dedicated supply of the freshest and finest fish.The distinctive black and white building which houses Magpie Café has been around from the sixteenth century and although it has adopted various personas over the years, it came to be a café in 1939. Today, the Magpie Café could be described as the seafood lover's ultimate paradise, overlooking the waters of the cold North Sea, set between the market and the harbour.
The historic fishing port of Whitby, where Magpie Café is located, features extensively in Bram Stoker's Dracula, and in A.S Byatt's Possession. Apart from these literary merits, Whitby stands out as a town steeped in a wealth of tradition and seafaring history; the enchanting port and surrounding area has provided the local community, whose people have braved the harsh seas, with a dedicated supply of the freshest and finest fish.
As you settle down there comfortably for a meal, enjoy the fresh Whitby crab on brown bread or the prawn cocktail in a piquant Rosemarie sauce for starters. Fat, chunky chips are served with a variety of fish - sourced locally wherever possible - such as halibut, skate, and plaice to name but a few. However, if you are so inclined, you could also try the other main courses that hover around dishes such as salmon and sautéed garlic potatoes with a crisp green salad; haddock and prawns in a creamy leek sauce and seafood paella.
The lobster thermidor served with deep fried courgettes, salad or potatoes has a number of enthusiasts queuing up. Clams, crevettes, scallops and mussels along with fresh fish, star in the hot seafood pot, cooked and served in a liquor of wine, butter and garlic, served with warm crusty bread.
In the unlikely event that you cannot let up your carnivorous inclination, the locally reared prime fillet steak or Yorkshire gammon ought to be satisfactory. Concessions for vegetarians have also been made, considering the presence of vegetable shepherds pie, and a leek, tomato and pasta bake.
After this self induced binge, you might want to end it with some enticing desserts such as the squidgy chocolate pudding with orange and white chocolate sauce and crème fraîche or the hazelnut meringue with banana, butterscotch sauce and whipped cream.
The wine list is peppered with choices from across Europe, while there are quite a few from the New World also. Patrons can choose by the bottle, glass or carafe, and all the wines perfectly accompany the meal. More information about the menu and wine list can be obtained from their Website.
Fish & Chip, Seafood
: 11:30 - 21:00
Reservations: 01947 601313
14 Pier Road, Whitby, YO21 3PU [Map]
£28.00 £28.00
(Avg Price is the average cost per person for two courses, coffee, half a bottle of house wine and tip/service)
REVIEWS OF Magpie Cafe
Diane Warmington (25 May 2011)
Though we only used the take away service - to have fresh cooked hake, chips and mushy peas was a delight. Locally sourced as much as possible - thankfully, the queues expected were not at the time. We called on two days - we had seen this on the news and were expecting queues to be there quite a while. It was not the case. Fantastic fresh fish list and other products - smashing light batter which tasted great. It was well worth the trip from our holiday base 35 miles away. I would recommend this to all who visit Whitby.
Wayneo1 (9 April 2011)
Being an ‘uneducated southerner’ in the grand old tradition of fish and chips tasting, I’ve come to the conclusion that eating and enjoying very much - a ‘take away’ from Magpies was one of the best tasting seafood meals that I’ve ever eaten in my entire life. Also my friend from Germany was amazed by how good it was and hasn’t stopped telling everybody in Berlin that they must come over and try it. Ten out of ten.
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More Info for Magpie Cafe
Children welcome
Air condition
Reservations
Groups allowed
Outside seating
Cover charge
£13.95
£13.95
Not included, credit card slips closed
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