Dog Friendly — Pubs in York

A lively pub located towards the city centre end of Micklegate. The real ales come from from Yorkshire microbreweries; there is also guest real cider. This narrow pub, with its long bar, features music and televised sports – there are even mini TVs attached to the keg fonts.

Blue Bell

53 Fossgate, York YO1 9TF

Evening Meals

This very small Edwardian pub full of character has nationally important Grade II* historic interior (1903), with central bar supplying two small rooms and side corridor. Can get full so entry may be restricted at busy times. Has enforced house rules and a strict no-groups policy. Permanent beers are complemented by great range of rotating guests through seven handpulls. Bar snacks and pork pies available. A charismatic landlord and friendly staff along with welcoming atmosphere led to Winter 2016 Pub of the Season.

Charles XII

Main Street, York YO10 5EA

Close to York University and popular with students. Large, wood-panelled, opened-out bar area inside with extensive outside drinking area to the rear. Owned by the Stonegate pub Group.

Corner Pin

17 Tanner Row, York YO1 6JB

Live Music

400 year old, Grade II listed building on a back street off the popular club circuit of Rougier Street. The traditional side of the pub, which retains some original features, has three connecting rooms around a bar, a modern conservatory section opens onto the beer garden. The clientele consists of locals, tourists and some overspill from the disco pubs.

Cross Keys

32 Tadcaster Road, York YO24 1LQ

A large, usually lively, pub on a main road into the city. Popular with locals, students from the nearby college and race-goers before/after a day at the nearby racecourse. Good meal deals, Large outside area. Refurbished summer 2013.

Crystal Palace

66-68 Holgate, York YO24 4AB

Traditional Pub Games

A well-furnished Samuel Smith’s house within a short walk of the city centre. Like many of their pubs, it retains traditional separate bar and lounge areas which cater for different clientele. Primarily a pub for locals but all are welcome.

Deramore Arms

Main Street, York YO10 5EA

Pleasant pub near York University. Two cosy, wood-panelled bar areas with more of an emphasis on food, plus two larger sections with wood and stone flagged floors. Guest ales from the likes of; The Hop Studio, Treboom, Ilkley, Kirkstall, Rudgate and Wold Top.

Fox & Roman

58 Tadcaster Road, York YO24 1LR

Cask Marque Accredited

Real Fire

There has been a pub on this site, opposite York racecourse’s stables, since 1822. Rebuilt in 1900 and tastefully refurbished and extended in 1997, it has retained many original features. Whilst open plan, it is divided into discrete areas. Family-friendly with an emphasis on food, real ale and wine by the glass. Offers baby changing facilities and newspapers.

Fulford Arms

121 Fulford Road, York YO10 4EX

Refurbished in July 2014. The bar has now been moved to the left hand side of the pub with a stage and 2 bar billiards tables at the right hand end. Six real ales are available. Regular live music events and quiz nights each week. Large car park and garden at the rear.

Gillygate

48 Gillygate, York YO31 7EQ

Spacious pub with three pleasant, comfortable rooms, just outside the York city walls and near the Minster, which appeals to locals and tourists alike. The pub also benefits from a patio garden with seating area. The pub was refurbished in 2014. Offers four cask beers.

Golden Ball

2 Cromwell Road, York YO1 6DU

In the residential Bishophill district, this is a fine Victorian street-corner local. It has an impressive glazed brick exterior and was extensively refurbished by John Smith's in 1929. Identified by CAMRA as having a nationally important historic pub interior and is Grade II listed, it has four very different rooms - a main bar, back room, comfortable lounge and snug. Outside is a large south-facing beer garden. This is now a community pub (run by a cooperative) where several local societies hold their meetings. There are seven handpumps with three permanent ales plus three changing guests. Bread and fresh eggs from local suppliers are on sale in the bar as well as selection bar food and nibbles are available such as scotch eggs, pork pies, and nuts. The pub hosts traditional bar billiards games and community group meetings, as well as open mic, folk and quiz nights and exhibitions by local artists.

Golden Lion

9 Church Street, York YO1 8BG

This single-roomed city centre pub has a cosy, country feel, with stained wood floors, a large wooden bar and pictures of old York on the walls. One of the best selections of real ale and pub food in the city makes this a popular pub. There is something for everyone, with discreetly positioned TVs and games machines, as well as quiet corners in which to have a chat with friends in a convivial atmosphere. There is a also a roof terrace. As a result of an agreement between CAMRA and Greene King, organised by CAMRA's membership team, this managed pub is one of over 500 pubs where Greene King have agreed to offer a discount to members with the offer of 10% off real ales

Guy Fawkes

25 High Petergate, York YO1 7HP

Hugely atmospheric inn with up-market chic accommodation in the shadow of York Minster. Timber floors and plentiful oak furniture are lit by candles and gas lamps to complete the old world experience with a flourish. Six handpumps dispense 4 rotating local ales alongside the two regular beers. Gastro-type pub grub is served in the rooms adjoining the bar.

Knavesmire

Albemarle Road, York YO23 1ER

Function Room

Large multi-roomed pub, close to York Racecourse. Operated by Inglenook Inns and Taverns. It offers four real ales, including beers from local breweries.

Last Drop Inn

27 Colliergate, York YO1 8BN

This split-level single bar resembles some of the older pubs in the city with its predominantly wood and brick interior. Large glass windows afford fine views of King’s Square, a popular spot for street entertainers. Close to the historic street known as The Shambles and the town market, this is an ideal stopping-off point for shoppers and tourists. Reopened as a bottle shop in Oct 2020, but reverted to a pub in Oct 2021.

Blue Boar

5 Castlegate, York YO1 9RN

Live Music

Recently refurbished and modernised city centre pub with two Yorkshire cask beers.

Maltings

Tanners Moat, York YO1 6HU

A very popular pub close to the station. The cask ales from micro-breweries, both local and from further afield, change regularly. At any one time customers can choose from seven real ales and four traditional ciders. The three permanent beers are from Black sheep, Treboom and York breweries. The four changing beers always include a beer from Roosters. And there is a good selection of bottles and craft beer as well. An extension has provided more seating and a small outside area, while maintaining the original character. York Cider Pub of the Year 2020.

Masons Arms

6 Fishergate, York YO10 4AB

Smart, friendly pub, well known both locally and with tourists for its substantial, quality meals. There are a few tables outside facing a main road and a pleasant rear terrace overlooking the River Foss basin and lock. Re-opened in late July 2016 after severe flood damage had kept the pub closed for 7 months. The beers are normally from regional breweries.

Minster Inn

24 Marygate, York YO30 7BH

Traditional Edwardian pub. Beers from Marston's range with some guest beers. Also serves stone baked pizza.

Nags Head

56 Heworth Road, York YO31 0AD

A two-roomed local pub with a comfortable, split level lounge leading to a conservatory which doubles as a family room. The bar leads onto a pool room at the rear. General knowledge and music quizzes feature as evening entertainment. Refurbished in Spring 2013

O'Neill's

10 Low Ousegate, York YO1 9QU

Fomer O'Neills bar now refurbished and rebranded as the Merchant Tavern. Located in centre of York close to Ouse Bridgr.

Old White Swan

80 Goodramgate, York YO1 7LF

A large three-roomed Nicholson's pub in the City Centre. A seated courtyard area at the front of the pub leads to the Georgian Dining room on the left, Tudor bar straight ahead and Stagecoach bar to the right - which in turns leads to outdoor smoking area at the rear. Eight handpumps serve a variety of styles and strengths of beer from around the country (regularly includes beers from local breweries). Good quality pub food served daily from 10 til 10.

Pivni

6 Patrick Pool, York YO1 8BB

The founding bar of the Pivovar UK group, in a beautiful three-storeyed timber-framed building dating back to 1190. It serves five regularly rotating cask ales sourced from across the UK, usually including one from their brewery, Tapped Brew Co in Sheffield. There is also a changing range of seven craft keg beers mostly from Europe, the US and the UK, four real ciders and over 40 varied bottled beers. There are bar games available, fresh coffee, a jukebox and it is child and dog friendly. Bar snacks, including local pork pies, are on offer.

Rook & Gaskill

12 Lawrence Street, York YO10 3WP

Many would walk past this little gem without realising that would be a mistake. The unassuming exterior hides a thriving pub that is home to locals, students and beer aficionados. There is always a wide range of ales, many of which are local, dark to light and very reasonably priced. Real ciders are available and multiple key keg taps to ensure all tastes are catered for. A menu of fresh cooked foods feature generous portions and reasonable prices. This was the CAMRA branch pub of the year in 2018, if you visit, you will see why.

Rose & Crown

13 Lawrence Street, York YO10 3BP

Recently renovated Punch pub just beyond the barbican in the city walls. 5 ales on offer. A former Tetley Ale House which had its own brewery, the pub has been opened out but still has separate areas surrounding a central bar; a room with a real fire is particularly popular with families.

Saddle

37 Main Street, York YO10 4PJ

A prominent 150-year-old pub on a main road into York, with a comfortable L-shaped lounge and an adjacent dining area where children are welcome. The good-value food accompanies the best selection of beers in this part of the city. Sports TV, darts and pool are also a draw. An unusual petanque terrain features in the attractive rear garden, with open sessions for visitors to join in. Accommodation is available

Sea Horse Hotel

4 Fawcett Street, York YO10 4AH

A friendly Samuel Smith’s pub close to the Bar Walls. At the front, there’s a wood-panelled public bar and a comfortable parlour room, in which families are welcome. To the rear, there’s a larger, cosy bar and a dining room. Each room offers a different atmosphere and contains interesting photos of yesteryear.

Slip Inn

Clementhorpe, York YO23 1AN

York Pub of the Year 2020, the Slip Inn is an independent free house that’s a thriving community local, with two bars, a snug, and a sheltered courtyard beer garden. A big scheme of investment in the buildings in 2019 has doubled the beer range on the bar and created a dedicated outside festival bar. The pub hosts regular beer festivals and events each year, including one jointly run with The Swan just up the road. The pub supports traditional pub games including darts, dominoes and cribbage.

Slug & Lettuce

1/1a Low Ousegate, York YO1 9QU

Function Room

Modern, comfortable bar with river views, it is popular with tourists and locals. An extensive food menu, which caters for all tastes and includes breakfast, is served from 10-10.

Snickleway Inn

47 Goodramgate, York YO1 7LS

A very old, historic pub, this has been called many names since it was known as the House of Tudor. During the siege of York in 1644 it was used as the Royalist magazine. Reputed to be the most haunted pub in York, especially in the cellar where a malevolent spirit causes havoc at times.

Sun Inn

35 The Green, York YO26 5LL

A welcome source of beer variety in the Acomb area of York, this attractive, traditional pub overlooks Acomb village green, opposite the bus stop for links east to York city centre. It has a lunchtime menu, a very comfortable lounge, a quiet side bar and a public bar with dartboard and TVs for sporting events, and tables outside at the front and a rear courtyard. Live music features, with open-mike and jam sessions. A friendly community pub.

Swan

16 Bishopgate Street, York YO23 1JH

This thriving street-corner pub, within sight of the city walls, has been free of tie since 2017. Grade II listed, the traditional West Riding-style drinking lobby and two bars makes the interior friendly and comfortable and also of national historic importance. To the back is a heated and partially covered beer garden where it hosts an annual beer festival jointly with the nearby Slip Inn. Pub of the Season Winter 2017.

Black Horse

29 Monkgate, York YO31 7PB

Imposing Flemish-style pub dating from 1897, which has now reverted to its original name. Spacious split-level interior, with separate lounge area featuring bookshelves and elegant fireplace. Pub Quiz on Wednesday nights.

Three-Legged Mare

16 High Petergate, York YO1 7EN

A modest frontage gives way to a roomy pub with plenty of seating. Views of the Minster from the seats by the door. Owned since December 2018 by Black Sheep Brewery who now brew the York Brewery beers. The regular beers are supplemented by an interesting choice of guests in both cask and keg. A wide range of real ciders and perries is served direct from the box. A spiral staircase leads down to the toilets.

Trafalgar Bay Inn

7 Nunnery Lane, York YO23 1AB

Traditional Pub Games

A real delight of a pub retaining many original Victorian features. Clean and well decorated with four rooms in all, one of which is devoted to traditional pub games, and a good-sized beer garden. Beer prices extremely good value. Quiz on Sunday nights. This pub only accepts cash payments.

Volunteer Arms

5 Watson Street, York YO24 4BH

An independent free house situated just off Holgate Road close to the centre of York. The pub has a real community feel whilst being welcoming to all. It has an excellent beer range for a suburban pub, with loyalties firmly with local breweries, emphasising the pub's commitment to LocAle. There are five permanent beers and two ever changing guests. Other features include live blues every Saturday night and a quiz every Sunday night.

Waggon & Horses

19 Lawrence Street, York YO10 3BP

Run by a landlord who loves real ale this Batemans owned multi-roomed family run pub has eight hand pulls. The bar area and front room have TVs showing BT sports. Two other rooms, at the back of the pub are quieter and used by various local groups to hold meetings. There is free bar billiards and board games are available. Good value accommodation and members get a 10% discount. CAMRA Pub of the Year 2017. Beer from the wood occasionally.

Winning Post

127-129 Bishopthorpe Road, York YO23 1NZ

Substantial pub with three large rooms (main bar, backroom and lounge) all serviced off central bars, with one room available for functions. Sympathetically refurbished in keeping with the original building. Food served every day, with a varied menu of homemade food. Close to the Racecourse, the Millennium footbridge, Clifford’s Tower and National Cycle Routes 65 & 66.

Olde Starre Inn

40 Stonegate, York YO1 8AS

Arguably the oldest inn in York, this very famous pub is popular with both tourists and residents. It comprises a large main bar, three separate rooms and no fewer than three outdoor beer terraces – a veritable oasis down an alley behind a busy shopping street. Look out for the gallows sign which spans Stonegate. Thursday is open mic night and there are occasional Sunday afternoon acoustic sessions. Wide range of guest beers including some from local micros. As a result of an agreement between CAMRA and Greene King, organised by CAMRA's membership team, this managed pub is one of over 500 pubs where Greene King have agreed to offer a discount to members with the offer of 10% off real ales

Phoenix

75 George Street, York YO1 9PT

Traditional Pub Games

An independently run CAMRA Heritage free-house where a friendly pub welcome awaits visitors and locals. Next to Fishergate in the city wall and close to the York Barbican. Dick Turpin's grave is in the garden nearby. Relax in a traditional pub with no noisy gaming machines, TV or jukebox. Enjoy your beer while reading a newspaper or just chatting with fellow drinkers. In the colder months a real log fire can be enjoyed in the front parlour. The rear room boasts bar games and weekly music events. The enclosed garden area offers a fine view of the York wall and walk. A true gem and not to be missed.

Pavement Vaults

2 Piccadilly, York YO1 9NU

New bar (November 2015) on the site of the White Swan Hotel in the centre of York. Part of the growing Pivovar group. Full description and photo of the finished pub to follow.

York Tap

Railway Station, Station Road, York YO24 1AB

Conversion of the Victorian tea rooms on York station which opened as a pub in 2010. The ornate ceiling, Art Deco stained glass windows, terrazzo floors and stained glass ceiling domes create an award winning backdrop to the central bar with 20 handpumps. On sale are 18 cask beers plus two ciders or perries, as well as a large range of keg and bottled beer. The beers are sourced by parent company Pivovar from many of Britain’s finest breweries. All styles and strengths are represented. No meals though pies are available at the bar.

Hop

11-12 Fossgate, York YO1 9TA

Good beer, pizza and live music sums up the Hop. Owned by Ossett brewery, beers from their family (Rat, Fernandes and occasionally Riverhead) feature strongly alongside other guest beers. There is a front bar area leading to large open area with long tables at the rear and a stage for regular "unplugged" music acts. Former Italian restaurant with original tiling and exposed brickwork throughout. Pizza, cooked in a wood fired pizza oven, is served lunchtimes and evenings. NOTE: Return trays (aka Autovacs/Beer Economisers) in use on hand pumps.

Fossgate Social

25 Fossgate, York YO1 9TA

Live Music

A new coffee shop and bar with opened at the end of April 2014. No cask ale, but a select range of keg, including one from Thornbridge, and a good bottle range. The keg beers are served in Schooners (two thirds of a pint).

Eagle & Child

9 High Petergate, York YO1 7EN

Evening Meals

New (November 2015) Leeds brewery pub in the building previously occupied by Plunkets restaurant. Full description to follow.

Brew York Tap Room

Unit 6, Enterprise Complex, Walmgate, York YO1 9TT

Brew York’s Tap Room is inside the brewery and the Beer Hall in the adjacent old maltings. Over 50 regular, seasonal plus experimental and collaboration real ales (including gluten free) offer a different taste each visit from this multiple award-winning brewery through 10 handpulls and 50 keykeg pumps. Plentiful seating in Beer Hall and Tap Room by the brew tanks and outside in the beer garden by the River Foss. Innovative fresh food available with a good vegan choice.

BrewDog

130-134 Micklegate, York YO1 6JX

WiFi

BrewDog bar offering their craft keg beers and other guest keg beers.

Valhalla

4 Patrick Pool, York YO1 8BB

CAMRA Discount

Viking themed bar in a former Hairdressers - opened in September 2017. Offers three real ales and a range of craft keg beers.

House Of The Trembling Madness, Lendal

14 Lendal, York YO1 8AA