Hansom Restaurant, Bedale named in Giles Coren best of 2025 list

Hansom Restaurant in Bedale was named number one in Giles Coren’s Top 10 Restaurants of the Year, as published in The Times, marking a landmark moment for the North Yorkshire dining scene.

The accolade places Hansom at the very top of a list compiled by one of Britain’s most influential food critics and confirms the restaurant’s rapid rise since opening less than two years ago.

The outside of Hansom (Image: NORTHERN ECHO)

In ranking Hansom first, Coren placed the Bedale restaurant ahead of some of the most acclaimed dining rooms in the UK and beyond.

The annual list, featured in The Times, highlights restaurants that Coren believes have delivered something genuinely exceptional over the past year, factoring in food, service, atmosphere and overall confidence.

To be named number one is widely regarded as one of the highest endorsements a restaurant can receive in British food writing.

Since opening, Hansom has steadily built a reputation for refined, ingredient-led cooking, thoughtful hospitality and a dining experience that balances ambition with warmth.

The restaurant’s approach, rooted in classical technique while embracing modern British creativity, has resonated strongly with both critics and diners, drawing national attention to Bedale and North Yorkshire.

In a statement, the team at Hansom said they were “beyond thrilled” by the recognition, describing it as the most meaningful milestone since opening.

The inside of Hansom (Image: NORTHERN ECHO)

They paid tribute to the dedication of their staff and to the guests who have supported the restaurant from its earliest days.

“While we’ve been fortunate to experience many memorable moments in just under two years, this recognition truly stands above them all,” the statement said.

“To see our exceptional team celebrated in such a meaningful way is something we’re incredibly proud of.”

Giles Coren’s annual list is closely watched across the industry, often shaping dining trends and influencing where food lovers choose to travel.

Being ranked number one is expected to further elevate Hansom’s profile, both nationally and internationally.