The Curious Mr Fox
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The Curious Mr Fox

Riverside spot where the kitchen takes proper care of seasonal British cooking, no pretension required.

🍴 British restaurantrelaxedcosysophisticatedcasualrestaurant
You're walking along the Riverwalk on a decent evening, and The Curious Mr Fox pulls you in with the kind of warmth that makes you forget you're surrounded by tourists. Inside, it's got that comfortable, lived-in feeling—the sort of place where locals actually eat, not just pass through. The kitchen clearly knows what it's doing with straightforward, seasonal cooking that respects good ingredients without overthinking things. It's the kind of restaurant that makes you want to linger over a drink afterwards, chatting to whoever's sitting next to you at the bar.

Known for

  • Seasonal British cooking done properly
  • Riverside location on The Riverwalk
  • Relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere
  • Strong local following
  • Quality ingredients handled with care

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The Curious Mr Fox
The Curious Mr Fox
The Curious Mr Fox
The Curious Mr Fox
The Curious Mr Fox
The Curious Mr Fox
4.3(345 reviews)
35a, The Riverwalk, Durham DH1 4PW, UK