A new East meets West experience has arrived in Harrogate with the launch of Tap and Tuk Tuk.
It combines the warmth and familiarity of a classic local pub with the vibrant, dynamic flavours of modern Asian cuisine, Tap and Tuk Tuk.
Location: 26-30 Cheltenham Parade, Harrogate, HG1 1DB
Owner Neil Mendoza said:
Back in Asia people love to eat out regularly but without the formality of booking into a restaurant, our vision for Tap and Tuk Tuk is to mirror this informal approach to going out.
We wanted to keep the soul and social element of a traditional pub, but elevate the food offering into something exciting, modern and reasonably priced.
It’s about bringing people together over great drinks and unforgettable flavours.
- Neil was born in the Philippines but grew up in Harrogate. He started at a young age in the industry and studied Catering and Hospitality in Harrogate College. With a career that at the infamous Orchid Restaurant in Harrogate where his father also worked as a chef.
- He then moved to London and worked in Michelin starred restaurants in for over 10 years, under Marcus Wareing and Jason Atherton.
- With a return to Harrogate, he was appointed as the General Manager at the Studley Hotel and Orchid Restaurant for over 5 years.
- Is supported by his wife Mary overseeing The Inn at Cheltenham Parade and by his father, Nelson who’s behind the wok at Tap and Tuk Tuk.
At its heart, Tap and Tuk Tuk celebrates the best of both worlds.
Guests have the atmosphere of a quintessential British pub with a range of cask ales, and a welcoming homely feel, but paired with a bold menu inspired by contemporary Asian street food and culinary trends.
Tap and Tuk Tuk features a large outdoor covered seating area.
