Roots, Grade II listed restaurant in Marygate, York, England
Description
Roots is a restaurant housed in a Grade II listed brick building with timber framing and a gabled roof. The structure features a half-octagonal tower on its right side and retains architectural details from its construction in the 1890s.
History
The building was constructed between 1893 and 1894 as The Bay Horse public house, replacing an older establishment of the same name across the road. Its two-story brick structure with original fireplaces reflects the design preferences of that era.
Culture
The name reflects the restaurant's deep connection to the surrounding countryside and its role as a gathering place for the community. Visitors can sense this local focus in how ingredients are sourced and prepared throughout each meal.
Practical
The restaurant is located on Marygate Street and is easily accessible on foot, particularly from York's historic city center. Parking and public transport connections are available near the building.
Did you know?
One of the original fireplaces features a carved panel depicting a bay horse, preserving the name's origin from the building's early identity. This decorative detail remains visible and tells the story of the pub's former character.
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