The winners will be revealed at the annual event on Monday, June 3, when the gala dinner is held at the Royal Hall.
Tickets for the night, for which the theme is a closely guarded secret and will feature entertainment, sold out in record time this year, with all 350 seats being snapped up in just seven days.
Here are the finalists in each category at the Harrogate Hospitality and Tourism Awards 2024, along with some comments from the judging panel.
21. Newcomer of the Year – sponsored by Harrogate College
Central CafeAbsolutely brilliant staff, coffee amazing and the food is so tasty. Excellent food and service, provided with genuine courtesy and friendliness., can't do enough to help. Best cafe in Harrogate to go to in a long, long time! Photo: Tim Hardy
22. Newcomer of the Year – sponsored by Harrogate College
Illam RestaurantTheir guests said: 'Most delicious South Indian Food ever', 'Food is simply outstanding', 'Harrogate never had an authentic Indian until Illam came', 'Best meal ever in my life', 'Family run business keeps standards up', 'They are going to change the history of Harrogate!' Photo: Tim Hardy
23. Unsung Hero – sponsored by Bidfood
Allan Hunter – Crowne Plaza HotelAllan can make just about anything and is happy to help anyone. He is loyal, courteous and a credit to the hotel. He has worked here for a staggering 17 years and he's kept the building standing! Photo: Tim Hardy
24. Unsung Hero – sponsored by Bidfood
Sammy Miller – The Masons Arms, Bishop MonktonA lady at the heart of the community, a ray of sunshine and when she is not there the sparkle seems to be missing. Sammy is simply amazing, the real deal - an absolutely phenomenal woman, a consistent shining light at our local for years. We are so lucky to have her! Photo: Tim Hardy