Bella Italia - York

You're wandering down Low Petergate after a morning exploring the Minster Quarter, and that familiar red signage catches your eye. Yes, it's a chain, but this particular Bella Italia has nailed the art of being exactly what you need when you want proper Italian comfort food without any fuss. The location is spot-on – right in the heart of York's medieval streets, making it an easy pit stop between the Shambles and York Minster. The menu does what it says on the tin: decent carbonara, pizzas that won't disappoint the kids, and portions generous enough to fuel another few hours of sightseeing. It's nothing groundbreaking, but sometimes you just want a reliable plate of pasta in surroundings that won't break the bank or require advance planning.