Best Sunday Dinner in Hull: Top Sunday Roasts & Pub Carvers 2026
Where to find the best Sunday dinner in Hull: from towering platters at Mr Moody's and ribeye on Humber Street, to waterfront pints at The Minerva, Red Sails carvery, and Sutton's Lambwath.
Independently verified with venues across Hull, Old Town, Fruit Market, Newland Avenue, and Sutton.
The Honest Verdict: What Shines & What to Skip
Hull has phenomenal Sunday roast diversity—from Russ's giant mountain portions at Mr Moody's to rare ribeye on Humber Street and waterside carveries at St Andrews Quay.
Popular independent kitchens like Mr Moody's and Butler Whites sell out fast; booking ahead or arriving at noon is essential on Sundays.
If you want pure Old Town pub character with real ale, Lion & Key serves supreme pub classics, but head around to The Minerva or Butler Whites on the Marina if you want the classic Yorkshire pudding and gravy roast dinner.
Where to find Sunday dinner in Hull and East Yorkshire
Looking for a proper Sunday roast in Hull? The city's Sunday lunch scene offers everything from towering, gravy-soaked roast platters on Newland Avenue and refined rare ribeye in the Fruit Market, to historic waterfront pubs by the Humber and family-friendly carveries with unlimited roasties. Menus, kitchen hours, and table availability can change quickly, so this independent guide breaks down exactly where to go, what they serve, how to book, and direct map links for every venue.
Top Hull Sunday lunch venues at a glance
- For epic mountain portions & viral fame: Mr Moody's Tavern on Newland Avenue (home of Russ's Roasts — serves until sold out).
- For Fruit Market dining & rare ribeye: Butler Whites on Humber Street (duck fat roasties, bone marrow gravy & warehouse atmosphere).
- For historic estuary views & classic pub roasts: The Minerva on Nelson Street Pier (Hull's iconic 1829 waterfront pub overlooking the Humber).
- For Old Town craft ale & honest pub fayre: The Lion & Key on High Street (famous beer mat ceiling and legendary homemade meat pies).
- For riverside family carvery & easy parking: Red Sails at St Andrews Quay (daily carvery with choice of 3–4 meats and unlimited sides).
- For East Hull & Sutton family dining: The Lambwath on Sutton Road (slow-roasted carvery alongside stone-baked pizzas for the kids).
- For Michelin-starred country pub dining: The Pipe and Glass in South Dalton (exceptional seasonal Yorkshire dining).
1. Mr Moody's Tavern (Newland Avenue)
The Vibe: Lively, welcoming neighbourhood tavern in the heart of the Newland Avenue independent strip.
The Roast: Mr Moody's is celebrated across East Yorkshire as the home of the viral "Russ's Roasts". Expect towering roast platters loaded to the brim: tender roast beef, slow-braised melt-in-the-mouth lamb shank, crisp pork shoulder with golden crackling, or garlic-butter roast chicken. Every platter comes with both golden crisp roast potatoes and ultra-creamy chive mash, honey-glazed carrots, braised red cabbage, seasonal greens, homemade stuffing, a giant Yorkshire pudding, and a boat of rich homemade pan gravy.
Practical Info:
- Address: 6 Newland Avenue, Hull, HU5 3AF
- Serving Times: Sundays from 12:00 PM until sold out. Because of its cult following, arriving early (around noon) is strongly recommended.
- Contact: 01482 447200
- Links: Mr Moody's Tavern Facebook · 📍 View on Google Maps
2. Butler Whites (Fruit Market)
The Vibe: Chic, industrial-heritage restaurant set inside a historic former fruit warehouse with exposed brick and relaxed Humber Street buzz.
The Roast: If you are looking for a refined Sunday lunch with standout ingredients, Butler Whites is hard to beat. The kitchen serves roasted rare ribeye of British beef, slow-roasted pork belly with brittle crackling, and corn-fed chicken supreme. Trimmings are elevated: crispy duck-fat roast potatoes, towering light-as-air Yorkshire puddings, bubbling cauliflower cheese, seasonal buttered greens, and a deep, glossy bone-marrow gravy. Vegetarian and fish options are also available.
Practical Info:
- Address: 2–3 Humber Street, Fruit Market, Hull, HU1 1TG
- Serving Times: Sundays 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
- Contact & Bookings: 01482 493557 · reservations@butler-whites.co.uk
- Links: Butler Whites Sunday Menu · 📍 View on Google Maps
3. The Minerva (Waterfront & Old Town Marina)
The Vibe: Hull's most celebrated historic maritime pub, established in 1829, sitting right on the pier edge with sweeping panoramic views of the Humber Estuary, tidal lock gates, and The Deep.
The Roast: The Minerva is a quintessential British pub roast experience. Freshly prepared joints of tender roast beef, roast loin of pork with crackling, and roast poultry are served alongside crisp homemade Yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes, fresh seasonal vegetables, and rich onion gravy. Pair your lunch with a pint of local cask ale while watching ships pass on the Humber. Dog-friendly in the bar and front seating area.
Practical Info:
- Address: 10 Nelson Street, Hull, HU1 1XE
- Serving Times: Food service starts at 12:00 PM (Pub open 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM). Booking ahead is advised, particularly if you want an estuary-view window table. Note: treat older online PDF menus as historical guides; confirm today's prices and roast choice on arrival.
- Contact & Bookings: 01482 210025 · minervabookings@outlook.com
- Links: The Minerva Official Website · 📍 View on Google Maps
4. The Lion & Key (Old Town)
The Vibe: Legendary Hull Old Town tavern famous for its ceiling papered in thousands of historic beer mats, vintage Georgian character, and exceptional craft beer and cider collection.
The Honest Verdict on Sunday Lunch: The Lion & Key is often searched by visitors looking for a Sunday pub meal in Old Town. Our honest local advice: The pub is celebrated for hearty British comfort food — including award-winning homemade shortcrust meat pies, giant beer-battered haddock, and seasonal specials — rather than a set 3-meat carvery roast. If you crave real ale and a piping hot homemade steak pie or fish and chips on a Sunday afternoon, it is an unbeatable Hull institution. If you specifically need a roast with Yorkshire pudding and trimmings, walk around to The Minerva or Butler Whites nearby.
Practical Info:
- Address: 48 High Street, Hull Old Town, HU1 1QE
- Serving Times: Kitchen open throughout Sunday afternoon until evening. Walk-in friendly.
- Contact: 01482 225212
- Links: The Lion & Key Venue Page · 📍 View on Google Maps
5. Red Sails (St Andrews Quay)
The Vibe: Spacious, family-focused pub directly on the waterfront at St Andrews Quay, offering easy accessibility and expansive free parking.
The Roast: Red Sails features a daily carvery serving a choice of three to four slow-roasted meats, typically including British roast beef, honey-glazed gammon, roast turkey crown, and succulent pork belly. The carvery format lets you pile your plate with golden roast potatoes, fluffy homemade Yorkshire puddings, sage-and-onion stuffing, and an unlimited selection of freshly steamed seasonal vegetables and gravy. A vegetarian nut roast is also made fresh to order. (Note: this is Red Sails at St Andrews Quay, not the Sailmakers Arms in Old Town).
Practical Info:
- Address: 2 Beacon Way, St Andrews Quay, Hull, HU3 4AE
- Serving Times: Carvery available daily from 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM.
- Contact: 01482 218081
- Links: Red Sails Carvery Website · Sailmakers Quay Menu · 📍 View on Google Maps
6. The Lambwath (Sutton-on-Hull / East Hull)
The Vibe: A friendly, community hub in Sutton-on-Hull popular with local families, sports clubs, and weekend diners.
The Roast: Operating under Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery, The Lambwath offers slow-roasted joints carved to order with golden roast potatoes, giant Yorkshire puddings, and seasonal vegetables. A major bonus for families is their stone-baked pizza counter — if fussy eaters or children don't fancy a Sunday roast, they can have fresh pizza while the rest of the table enjoys a full carvery dinner.
Practical Info:
- Address: Sutton Road, Sutton-on-Hull, HU8 0HU
- Serving Times: Carvery served daily from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
- Contact: 01482 376156
- Links: The Lambwath Website & Booking · 📍 View on Google Maps
More Notable Sunday Roasts in the Area
The Sailmakers Arms (Old Town High Street)
Located in the heart of Old Town, The Sailmakers Arms serves Sunday food from noon to 5pm in a dog-friendly, traditional courtyard and bar setting. Note: this is the historic Old Town pub, not the Sailmakers Arms in Old Town confusion with St Andrews Quay.
The Pipe and Glass (South Dalton)
For fine country dining 25 minutes north-west of Hull, the Michelin-starred Pipe and Glass publishes an exquisite dedicated Sunday lunch menu (service noon–4pm). Advance booking is essential for the restaurant, while the rustic bar is open for walk-in dining.
The Green Dragon (Welton)
The Green Dragon in Welton (HU15 1NB) provides a classic village pub atmosphere with roaring fires, cask ales, and a dedicated Sunday roast menu with convenient customer parking.
How much is Sunday dinner in Hull?
Sunday dinner pricing across Hull generally falls into three clear tiers:
- Family Carveries (£10.50 – £14.00): Value carveries like The Lambwath and Red Sails provide substantial plates with unlimited sides and vegetables.
- Traditional Pub Roasts (£14.50 – £18.50): Venues like Mr Moody's Tavern and The Minerva deliver hand-carved meat, homemade giant Yorkshires, and generous craft sides. Check whether a published menu is a fixed weekly price or seasonal.
- Gastropub & Premium Roasts (£20.00 – £28.00): Venues like Butler Whites and The Pipe & Glass feature aged ribeye, duck-fat potatoes, bone-marrow gravy, and multi-course dining.
Note: Menus and prices are subject to seasonal changes. A published PDF from a previous season is not confirmation of this Sunday's dishes or rates; confirm when booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get Sunday lunch late in Hull?
Both The Lambwath and Red Sails serve their carveries until 9:00 PM on Sunday evenings. Independent pubs like Mr Moody's serve until sell-out (frequently by 3:00–4:00 PM), while Butler Whites serves until 6:00 PM.
Do I need to book ahead?
Yes, especially for Butler Whites and Mr Moody's Tavern where demand is exceptionally high. Carveries like Red Sails and The Lambwath accommodate walk-ins, though peak times (12:30 PM – 2:30 PM) will involve queues.
Explore more food and drink in Hull, or check out our Fruit Market Guide and Old Town Guide to combine lunch with exploring the city.
Sunday dinner guide updated 21 September 2026 / October 2026. Menus, prices, and serving times verified directly with venues. If you run a venue serving Sunday roasts in Hull, contact the HU NOW editorial team to be featured.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best Sunday roast in Hull Old Town?+
The Minerva Hotel on Nelson Street Pier is celebrated for its generous traditional Sunday roast with river views, while The Lion & Key on High Street offers award-winning roasts using prime cuts from local Yorkshire butchers and rich real-ale gravy.
Do I need to book Sunday lunch in advance in Hull?+
Yes, popular spots like The Minerva Hotel, The Lion & Key, and The Pipe and Glass in South Dalton regularly book out days or weeks in advance. We recommend reserving by Thursday at the latest.
Are there good vegetarian Sunday roasts in Hull?+
Yes, venues like The Wheatsheaf in Kirk Ella and The Minerva Hotel offer hearty homemade nut roasts, vegetarian wellingtons, and rich meat-free red wine gravy alongside Yorkshire puddings.
What is the best Michelin-standard Sunday roast near Hull?+
The Pipe and Glass in South Dalton (25 minutes from Hull near Beverley) holds a Michelin star and serves exceptional dry-aged Yorkshire beef, local belly pork, and seasonal vegetables from their own kitchen garden.