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The Nettle

North Yorkshire, Settle - Modern European - Restaurant - ££

Buzzy all-day bistro and a great all-rounder

Overall Rating: Good

Uniqueness:Does the establishment stand out in the context of the local area? Good

Deliciousness:How delicious is the food? Very Good

Warmth:How warm is the service and the hospitality in general? Good

Strength of recommendation:How enthusiastically and widely would you recommend the establishment? Good

Striding confidently towards its third year, The Nettle in Settle shows no sign of slowing down – open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, it’s a great all-rounder. Hard to miss overlooking the Market Place, it's a busy but relaxed spot – one where your kids and dogs will always be welcome – and very much at the heart of the community. When it comes to influences, the all-day small-plates menu takes a broad view – a dish of cauliflower teamed with a peanut and sesame dressing, yeast and Indian oil may have an Asian bent, but there are Euro-classics too, such as chicken schnitzel with a fried egg. Overall, this exuberant repertoire of well-wrought dishes has won the kitchen a band of firm local devotees. The warmest of welcomes helps things no end. The short but smart wine list majors on natural varietals; otherwise, there are cocktails and beers on tap.

L Quick

20 April 2026

The food is consistently excellent. The chefs show real care and attention in every dish that comes out. They do great food and wine events which really encourage a sense of community too. Something that can be rare these days. The provenance is great, and the dining experience is also beautifully executed and thought out. It’s just the whole package. We travel regularly to this part of the world for walking and now plan our trips to include The Nettle.

N Hewitt

20 April 2026

It's in the heart of a quiet community and although its time open has been quite short i couldn't imagine this town without it. The good food, atmosphere and staff make this restaurant unforgettable and one of a kind in a rural town.

A Treacy

13 March 2026

Great location in the beautiful market town of Settle. Modern interior/ excellent attentive and polite service / exciting menu… creative dishes all prepared freshly from local produce. The owners care about the quality of food and wine served in this little gem of a restaurant.

K Cheney

22 November 2025

I booked The Nettle for my husbands 40th birthday and the food and service was incredible.
After an extremely stressful start to the evening whereby we got stuck on the moors driving from Grassington, the car was stuck...
I booked The Nettle for my husbands 40th birthday and the food and service was incredible.
After an extremely stressful start to the evening whereby we got stuck on the moors driving from Grassington, the car was stuck on an icy track, surrounded by cows, no phone signal and me 8months pregnant, we assumed our evening was ruined. However, we were rescued 45 minutes later by a passing vehicle and continued on to Settle in an adrenaline/shock filled daze.
Over an hour later than our booking and...
I booked The Nettle for my husbands 40th birthday and the food and service was incredible.
After an extremely stressful start to the evening whereby we got stuck on the moors driving from Grassington, the car was stuck on an icy track, surrounded by cows, no phone signal and me 8months pregnant, we assumed our evening was ruined. However, we were rescued 45 minutes later by a passing vehicle and continued on to Settle in an adrenaline/shock filled daze.
Over an hour later than our booking and 15 minutes before closing, we arrived at Nettle planning to simply apologise for being a no show and ordering a couple of drinks; All of the staff were extremely sympathetic and welcoming, ensuring us that the kitchen was still open and we could eat as planned.

We ordered every vegetarian dish on the menu and were beyond impressed with every single one, the Parmesan & Truffle croquettes, red pepper & Fennel salad and Pesto Burrata were my favourites, absolutely incredible flavours and ingredients, we should have ordered an extra sourdough to mop up all the delicious sauces and caramelised onions.
Overall, 10/10 place to visit. Will definitely make the effort to get back here one day. Albeit on a slightly safer, less icy road!
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VENUE DETAILS

17 Market Place
Settle
North Yorkshire
BD24 9EDGB

020 3892 1859

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OTHER INFORMATION

Private dining room, Family friendly, Dog friendly

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