Cozy bars in York

“Amazing food! Great choice and helpful staff if you unsure what to order. Decent price and nice portion sizes. Average wait time. Highly recommend a visit if in area.”

“I've been coming to dark horse for a long time and have always been impressed by how lovely and attentive the staff were (as well as how delicious the coffee is) The negative review below screams misogynistic projection and comes across incredibly aggressively. I will continue to support this independent business as it's a fantastic example of what York has to offer”

“Great atmosphere, nice service, amazing food! Went there for my birthday with my friend. Will likely return for another occassion.”

“There's plenty of room, great music and a great atmosphere.”

“I’d say this is one of the best lunch deals ever. With £8 you get a Chicken & Bacon Avocado Sandwich, complete with fries and salad, and a cup of coffee. They tasted good too! The place was cozy and nice. I came in on a Thursday afternoon (the lunch deal starts from 12 to 4) and it was super crowded. People coming in from 12.30 onwards had a hard time finding seats. I would definitely recommend this place whether for lunch or for a drink.”

“Gorgeous little coffee shop right near the Shambles Market, and the perfect place to escape a cold York afternoon and warm yourself with a hot beverage. The Bailey's hot chocolate really hit the spot, and my partner really enjoyed his bacon and brie toastie. The vibe is cosy and perfect for parties of 2, but seating is limited at lunchtime, especially for parties any larger than 4. Many parties of 3 or more were getting turned away or split over multiple tables.”

“Really lovely old feeling hotel. Staff are friendly and helpful. The room was stunning making you feel like you stepped back in time. Bathroom with the jacuzzi tub and huge walk in shower was amazing. Deffintatly will stay again.”

“Great pub , by the road side so parking is a bit difficult but not impossible beer great and a good selection, well worth a visit, I should know as I did the line cleaning there.”

“I like the rooms and reception. Good customer service. Affordable and make sense”

“Everything was perfect. Really nice atmosphere, great food. Couldn’t have been happier”

“Wow what a find We did a search for dog friendly places to have lunch in York. I have to say this is without a doubt the best pizza I have ever had. Hands down 100% my wife had the one with a whole Italian burrata so creamy I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a good pizza”

“My husband and I I went for dinner and had an incredible experience. Dishes are many and varied and all seem to be mouth-watering. We ordered gorgonzola-and-nuts gnocchi and mushroom ravioli and they were both absolutely delicious! The atmosphere was great, as was the service. A little bit pricier than other places, but totally worth it!”

“Wow. What a place. Absolutely buzzing with atmosphere on a Thursday night. We didn’t order food (apart from a couple of packet of tasty Yorkshire Crisps) but the food & portions looked awesome. Great selection for all tastes (Carnie, Veggie & Vegan). We got the only two seats at the very narrow bar and had a right laugh with the no-nonsense bar crew. It was so easy to order drinks using a number on the display next to the bar. The beautiful wooden rafters and full taxidermy wall make the upstairs bar one of the maddest place to get a pint. I think there is a potato is a big cat’s mouth. Standard. Sheepskin covered church pew and candles in bottles with years of dripping wax adds to the madness. As well as the incredible selection of cask & keg, they had Whitby Rum on the shelf. No generic spirits here! Oh and the soundtrack… The bar crew were playing what they like. Not what the brewery tells them to. Refreshing! Can’t wait to return.”

“When I came to York to meet my overseas friend, we had actually passed this place. Since then, I've often wondered what it was like. So, seeing as I was spending the day in York, I decided to take a walk to Gatehouse Coffee and try it out. Although it's not an overly big place, it's very quirky and worth a visit! There's some chairs inside, and then a number of tables and chairs outside, which is great when the weather is nice. The lady who served me was super pleasant, as was the two chaps in there too! Was nice to sit outside and relax for a while with a cappuccino. Would definitely come back here again, and a great stop-off if you're walking the York City Walls!”

“Everything about this place is perfect. The service from all the staff was excellent, the building itself is quaint and wonderful and the food! I was excepting it to be good based on the reviews but it's probably the best Thai meal I have had, full stop. The tapas style dishes were extremely generous portions, and special mention to the massaman, it was extremely tasty. All the dishes tasted fresh. Two adults, including alcohol for less than £100 is very good value. We will return.”

“We stayed at St. George's guesthouse for 2 nights and thoroughly enjoyed our time. The room was nicely furnished, the bed was comfortable and the bathroom was clean and modern. The host was very helpful and approachable, and there was plenty of on-site parking available. The guesthouse is a straight 30-minute walk to the city centre, so an ideal place for visitors to York who want a quiet place to stay. We will be sure to visit this guesthouse again.”

“Great place for food especially on a Sunday, gets busy so booking is a good idea”

“Fantastic place to visit, loved the interesting music related decor and whole atmosphere of the cafe. We attended a music bingo night and had a fun time. The owners were great hosts and had put on a fab event. There is a good selection of drinks available, alcoholic and non-alcoholic. I would also highly recommend the grilled cheese sandwiches. We had the all-day breakfast and smokestack lighting sandwiches, and they were delicious.”

“LOVE coming here. Atmosphere is always cosy but vibrant. They constantly do jazz nights and food night. I came today (Monday evening) and it was a bit quieter but it was still a lovely atmosphere. The team are friendly, i just love visiting.”

“Amazing pub, probably my favourite in York. Friendly bar lady who was efficient, plus a fantastic range of cask ales. Dog friendly too.”

“Lovely cosy pub with exceptionally wide selection of really tasty food and drinks. Everything we ordered was delicious. Pretty fancy plate arrangements too. Table service brilliant. Will definitely be back.”

“Had a lovely meal Saturday evening, the chef accommodated us, even though we were very late(not our fault) only a few minutes before last food order, he produced a delicious curry for me and delicious fish and chips for my husband. So we decided to book for Sunday carvery. Absolutely delicious with an excellent choice of vegetables and trimmings with a good choice of meats, all very hot, very tasty, well presented by a friendly chef”

“Great location and atmosphere! We were here for a family birthday (party of 7) on a busy Sunday. Food was not only more than great but served altogether in a timely manner. Everyone including the kids enjoyed there food with enough choice to suit everyone. Staff were attentive and polite. Overall great experience!”

“Stopped in for a coffee during our visit to York and ended up staying for lunch. Really tasty paninis, and the two staff members were welcoming and friendly. Clearly a favourite with locals too. Paid less than £20 for lunch for 2.”

“It was such a delight to dine here. The food was delicious. The smoked half chicken was absolutely juicy despite it being smoked which is usually isn't the case and the reaper was absolutely spicy as hell but the patty was delicious. The scoop doo was immaculate. And Joseph was so attentive and constantly checking in to make sure we didn't die of the spiciness and made sure we were comfortable. Loved being here!”

“Great apartment. Perfect for a couple of days away! Clean and well presented. Bed was really comfortable. Walking distance to York center. Only slight negative was it does get hot on the warmer days with not much option to ventilate. Easily fixed by going out and enjoying York in the sun. We will be re booking again definitely.”

“My favourite pub in England, love the atmosphere and the beer garden is wonderful to sit. Great selection on tap. And the food always looks and smells amazing. If youre visiting york i highly recommend to pop in for a drink”

“Just had a meal here. Food was excellent,maybe the best we have had on our visit to York.I had the homemade steak&ale pie and my wife lasagne.Plenty to eat on the plate. Staff friendly and cheerful. Might go back tomorrow evening. Would recommend to all.”

“We did not stay here,they catered for my husband's funeral,just before Christmas. They did an excellent job,plenty of food, friendly staff. Made a very sad occasion end a wee bit better. Recommend.”

“We were out on a work do and were served drinks by Gracie. She was absolutely lovely , so welcoming, chatty, and friendly with me and my friend. Even though it was busy, she made time for everyone and really stood out. We’ll definitely be back :)”