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🍽️ The New Derwent Bistro
Located at 57 Market Place, Malton, YO17 7LX, The New Derwent Bistro is a charming eatery housed in a Grade II listed building at the heart of this historic Yorkshire town (camra.org.uk). Passion, community, and quality lie at the very core of its ethos.
🏅 Accolades & Reputation
Good Food Award – Blue Ribbon Winner 2024/25: Recognised for top-tier food quality, service, and value, this award reflects high customer ratings and expert judgement (goodfoodaward.com).
Repeat Winner: The bistro also clinched the award in 2023, showing consistent culinary excellence .
🕒 Opening Hours & Offering
Breakfast & Lunch: Daily from 9 am to 5 pm
Evening hospitality: Thurs–Sat, extended until 11 pm (m.facebook.com)
Daily specials include:
Chicken & vegetable stir‑fry in a Disaronno sticky sauce with sesame (facebook.com)
Moules marinière, homemade halloumi fries, creamy mushroom, and white-wine‑wild garlic specials (facebook.com)
Pan-fried lemon sole with greens, dill sauce & fennel (m.facebook.com)
☕️ Cafe Culture
Whether you’re popping in for a brew or staying a while over a meal, the bistro offers coffee all day, every day (m.facebook.com).
Breakfasts are served from 9 am, with lunch available until 5 pm —perfect for a relaxed morning bite or midday break.
🎶 Evenings & Events
Live DJ nights: The last Saturday of the month brings DJ Thorpy playing tunes into the evening (facebook.com).
Special dinners: Occasionally paired with live music or themed events.
🌿 Ambience & Facilities
Indoor & outdoor seating: Enjoy a cozy interior or the courtyard at the rear—ideal for dining al fresco .
Family-friendly and accessible, with amenities such as disabled access, dog-friendly areas, newspapers, Wi‑Fi, and designated smoking zones .
No cask ale, but the café-bar vibe suits relaxed dining and drinking (camra.org.uk).
📞 Reservations & Contact
Phone: 01653 531132
Facebook: Stay up-to-date with menus, specials, and events via their Facebook page
Parking: Two-hour timed spaces are available nearby
📌 Why You’ll Love It
Award-winning cuisine meets down-to-earth charm.
A warm café-bar atmosphere, perfect for any time of day.
Eventful evenings, from DJ sets to seasonal specials.
✅ Tips for Visitors
Check Facebook before you go—great for daily specials and event updates.
Book ahead for DJ nights, as evening events can draw a lively crowd.
Enjoy the courtyard on sunny days, especially during breakfast or lunch.