Tasca Frango
historic centre, York
Restaurant in York, United Kingdom
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Tasca Frango is a practical York city-centre pick for an easy dinner rather than a formal special-occasion meal. Book it when convenience and a low-pressure table matter more than awards, tasting-menu structure, or a higher-budget dining room.
About Tasca Frango
For a York meal where the priority is a casual setting and a direct plan, Tasca Frango is worth considering. It is a casual York option with published opening hours, rather than a venue defined by awards, a particular menu format, or a special-occasion service style.
Use it for a relaxed dinner, not a grand occasion
Tasca Frango has a casual dress code and opens in the evening on Tuesday and Wednesday from 5–9:30 PM, on Thursday from 12–9:30 PM, on Friday and Saturday from 12–10:30 PM. It is closed on Monday and Sunday. It is easiest to plan around its evening hours, with Thursday to Saturday also open from noon.
First-timers should avoid over-reading the listing. Consider it when the confirmed basics fit your schedule and you want a casual meal in York; choose another venue if you need more information before deciding.
Where it sits in a York shortlist
In a York shortlist, Tasca Frango is best treated as a casual option with specific published hours. If you are comparing York options before deciding, you might also look at Fish & Forest or Bow Room at Grays Court.
For solo diners, pairs, or groups, the listing does not confirm a particular seating style or group format. The practical approach is to check current details directly and match your plans to the published hours. For a first-timer who wants a casual York option, Tasca Frango remains a simple name to consider.
Planning details
- Location
- 28 Colliergate, York YO1 8BN, United Kingdom
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- tascafrango.co.uk
- Phone
- +441904202821
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Tasca Frango reads like a neighbourhood tavern transposed into York's independent dining layer. It leans into an Iberian identity — the word tasca signals unpretentious, honest cooking and wine served without ceremony — while sitting on a medieval street that still channels market footfall. The room fills with regulars, which keeps the mood convivial rather than formal. Positioned below the city's fine‑dining tier, Tasca Frango feels warm and approachable: familiar, quietly rooted in place, and driven by straightforward flavours rather than culinary theatre.
Best For
Tasca Frango suits relaxed evening outings and casual gatherings. Its mid‑range, independent positioning and tavern ethos make it a natural stop for couples on a date night seeking informal food and wine, groups of friends after work, or families wanting honest, unfussy cooking. The Colliergate location near the Shambles market also makes it an easy choice for visitors exploring York who want something locally minded and less formal than the city's higher‑end tasting rooms.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the signatures highlighted: the piri piri chicken and the chargrilled sirloin are clear anchors of the menu, and finishing with the Basque cheesecake is a noted sweet option. Given the tasca concept — honest cooking and wine without ceremony — pair dishes with a simple bottle or glass of Portuguese or Spanish wine if available. Portions and pacing skew toward sharing and convivial dining, so order with the table in mind and leave room for the house dessert.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy, relaxed, and welcoming with individual decor and a warm tavern-like atmosphere.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- piri piri chicken
- chargrilled sirloin
- basque cheesecake
Planning details
Location
28 Colliergate, York YO1 8BN, United Kingdom · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Tricolor York, Notable alternative
- York Minster Refectory, Notable alternative
- Fish & Forest, Modern British, £££
- Bow Room at Grays Court, Modern British, ££££
- Long Gallery, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Tasca Frango compares in York
Tasca Frango is the easy, lower-pressure choice in this York set. Choose it when the priority is a central, casual meal with low booking friction. Fish & Forest is the better fit for diners who want a more composed Modern British meal at £££, while Bow Room at Grays Court is the splurge option at ££££.
York Minster Refectory and Long Gallery make more sense when setting and occasion value matter more than keeping the meal casual. Tricolor York is the other venue to check if Tasca Frango is full or the timing does not work.
For value and ease, start with Tasca Frango. For a higher-spend meal, move to Fish & Forest. For the dressier York dinner, Bow Room at Grays Court is the clearer call.
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Compare Tasca Frango
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tasca Frango | York | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Tricolor York | York | ; | ; | No published awards |
| York Minster Refectory | York | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Fish & Forest | York | Modern British | £££ | Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Bow Room at Grays Court | York | Modern British | ££££ | 2026 AA 3-Rosette RestaurantsMichelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Long Gallery | York | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Tasca Frango?
Treat Tasca Frango as a casual York dining option with opening hours. It opens Tuesday and Wednesday from 5–9:30 PM, Thursday from 12–9:30 PM, Friday and Saturday from 12–10:30 PM; it is closed Monday and Sunday. If you are comparing York options before deciding, Bow Room at Grays Court or Long Gallery may be worth considering too.
Is Tasca Frango good for a special occasion?
Tasca Frango has a casual dress code, so it is best framed as a relaxed York option rather than a venue defined by formality. For a planned meal, Bow Room at Grays Court or Long Gallery may be useful York comparisons.
Is lunch or dinner better at Tasca Frango?
Tasca Frango opens Tuesday and Wednesday from 5 PM, Thursday, Friday, Saturday from 12 PM. Choose based on the hours that fit your York plans rather than assuming a particular menu or service style.
What are alternatives to Tasca Frango in York?
Bow Room at Grays Court, Long Gallery, Tricolor York, Fish & Forest, York Minster Refectory are useful York names to compare when you are deciding where to go.
