Top 10 Street Food Vendors at Ilkley Food and Drink Festival
Ilkley’s Food and Drink Festival is as much about incredible street food as it is about artisan produce. We’ve scouted the 2025 line-up to bring you the ten stalls you absolutely must visit. Grab your festival map, head to Victoria Avenue and Wells Road, and prepare to taste the best Ilkley has to offer. For more on what’s happening this year, head back to our homepage.
How We Chose These Vendors
- Quality & Craft: Each stall uses high-grade ingredients and honest techniques.
- Originality: Dishes that stand out among 40+ traders.
- Local Flair: Producers who champion Yorkshire flavours.
- Visitor Feedback: Early-bird tasters gave these ten top marks.
1. Yorkshire Pie Company
Must-Try: Game-meat pie with shortcrust pastry
Why Visit: Handmade fillings from local game, all wrapped in buttery pastry. Perfect with a dollop of chilli jam.
2. The Spice Box
Must-Try: Lamb kofta wrap with minted yoghurt
Why Visit: Bold Indian-inspired street food, fresh flatbreads grilled to order.
3. Green Leaf Vegan
Must-Try: Pulled jackfruit slider
Why Visit: Plant-based “pulled pork” that even meat lovers adore, served with apple slaw.
4. Sweet Steam
Must-Try: Mini cinnamon-sugar donuts
Why Visit: Made-to-order treats dusted in seasonal spices—ideal mid-browse pick-me-up.
5. Hog Roast Co.
Must-Try: Classic hog roast bap
Why Visit: Succulent pork shoulder carved fresh, topped with crispy crackling and apple sauce.
6. The Cured Collective
Must-Try: Charcuterie board box
Why Visit: Selection of cured meats, locally baked bread and house-made pickles—great for sharing.
7. Dough & Found
Must-Try: Wood-fired sourdough pizza slices
Why Visit: Yorkshire-grown flour, slow-fermented dough and heritage tomato sauce.
8. Fish & Chip Hut
Must-Try: Beer-battered haddock
Why Visit: A festival twist on a British classic—hand-cut chips and homemade tartare.
9. Waffle & Flip
Must-Try: Bacon, maple and banana waffle
Why Visit: Savoury-sweet combos with locally sourced bacon and real maple syrup.
10. Brew & Chew
Must-Try: Yorkshire IPA bratwurst
Why Visit: Gourmet sausages made with local beer, served in a crusty bun with mustard.
Planning Your Street-Food Crawl
- Map It Out: Vendors spread across Victoria Avenue and Wells Road—grab your free map on arrival.
- Timing Is Key: Arrive at 10:00 to beat queues, or after 14:00 for a shorter wait.
- Stay Hydrated: Water refill stations are dotted around the site—bring your own bottle.
- Pace Yourself: Share dishes with friends so you can try more without over-filling.
Getting Here & Around
- By Train: Ilkley station is a 10-minute walk—see our train station FAQ for times.
- By Bus: Routes 962 and 963 stop at Brook Street—check bus routes for details.
- By Car: Limited parking; consider public car parks or arrive early.
- By Taxi: Local cab firms listed under Ilkley taxis.
Need to Know
- Allergies & Diets: Most stalls clearly label allergens. For special requests, speak directly to traders.
- Cash & Card: Many accept cards, but small vendors may prefer cash—ATMs available on Victoria Avenue.
- Accessibility: Firm pathways throughout; accessible toilets near the festival office.
- Family-Friendly: A children’s play zone sits beside Westcroft Gardens—see things to do in Ilkley for more.
Join a Guided Tasting
Want expert insight on each vendor’s story and flavours? Book a guided food-tour slot via our booking page. For any questions or group bookings, please contact us.
Dive into the flavours of Ilkley—see you at the stalls!