The Box Tree in Ilkley reopened on Thursday February 1 following a month of renovations.
Described as "iconic" in the Michelin Guide 2024, the restaurant has appointed a new head chef, Australian-born Brayden Davies, who has honed his craft at some of the country's top restaurants.
The kitchen refit included everything from basic workstations to added extras, including a Japanese Kasai grill at the request of the new head chef.
The Box Tree’s managing director, Adam Frontal, said: “Everything we’re working on is about getting the Michelin star - that’s what we want to get back to, what the restaurant was renowned for. Bringing Brayden in is all about that.”
We take a look inside the Church Street restaurant.
1. The Box Tree
The renowned Church Street restaurant reopened on February 1 | James Hardisty
2. The Box Tree
Established in 1962, the restaurant once held two Michelin Stars to its name | James Hardisty
3. The Box Tree
Australian-born Brayden Davies has been appointed as new head chef | James Hardisty
4. The Box Tree
As well as the changes in the kitchen, the table decor has been refreshed | James Hardisty
5. The Box Tree
Tablecloths have been reintroduced for the first time since the pandemic | James Hardsity
6. The Box Tree
The Box Tree is pushing to regain a Michelin Star, a status it lost five years ago | James Hardisty