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dog friendly restaurants and bars in york
York is a wonderfully historic and culture filled city in the North East of England, nestled in the county of North Yorkshire. Although it's one of the smaller cities in the North, it makes up for it in a multitude of independent shops and cafes that welcome tourists every year. York is an incredibly dog friendly city and there's plenty of choice from cafes to bars and attractions.
the market cat
Find me at: 6 Jubbergate, York YO1 8RT
The Market Cat is a traditional pub which offers a wide range of craft ales, Milanese style pizzas, bar snacks and salads. There's also a variety of cask and keg beers, sustainable and organic wines and an epic 17 types of gin for the gin lovers out there. The venue is also on the corner of Shambles Market so be sure to check it out before you settle down with a nice pint.
Website: https://www.marketcatyork.co.uk/
spark
Find me at: 17-21 Piccadilly, York
YO1 9PB
Spark is an outdoor community space that is host to an eclectic range of bars, street food stalls, start ups and retail shops. Whatever your taste, there's something for everyone at Spark. Despite it being outside, there are heaters by many of the tables and in winter it's covered by a tent so you can still enjoy some food and drink even in the rain. Throughout the year, Spark hosts a ton of events from showcasing the World Cup to movie nights. Dogs are really fussed over here and there's plenty of space if you've got a nervous pooch and want to sit away from other dogs.
Website: https://www.sparkyork.org/
valhalla
Find me at: 4 Patrick Pool, York YO1 8BB
You can't go to York without noticing its Viking influences and Valhalla is the perfect bar for anyone fascinated by York's history. The venue offers a wide range of craft ale, beer and mead as well as delicious meat, cheese or fish charcuterie boards. So if you like rock and roll music and a great atmosphere, make sure to check out Valhalla.
Website: https://valhallayork.com/
tasca frango
Find me at: 28 Colliergate, York YO1 8BN
Who doesn't love Portuguese food? This cosy Portuguese tavern in the heart of York serves up deliciously simple food that will stick with you. And even better, they're dog friendly too! So expect lots of fuss for your four legged friends. Personally, I'd recommend the halloumi and the grilled sardines! The restaurant is on the smaller side so if you have a nervous dog it might be best to go during quieter hours.
Website: https://tascafrango.co.uk/
stonegate yard
Find me at: 8, 10 Little Stonegate,
York YO1 8AX
Stonegate Yard is a beautiful Georgian townhouse that has been converted into a bar and restaurant. They offer a wide range of homemade and locally sourced food in an intimate and relaxed dining experience. There's a dog friendly area so you don't have to miss out!
Website: http://www.stonegateyard.co.uk/
walmgate ale house
Find me at: 25 Walmgate, York YO1 9TX
Walmgate Ale House is a relaxed and cosy bar within York's city walls. Dogs are only allowed in the downstairs bar (rather than the upstairs Anglo-French restaurant) but you can still order delicious bar snacks, meals and a blooming lovely Sunday lunch. Pooches get lots of fuss and attention from the staff too! For the humans, they have a games room and a courtyard beer garden.
Website: https://www.thechoppingblock.co.uk/
brew york
Find me at: Unit 6, Enterprise Complex,
Walmgate, York YO1 9TT
Brew York is an award winning brewery serving up a variety of craft ales for can, keg and cask, as well as spirits and cocktails. They also offer Asian fusion food that can be ordered directly to your table (I'd recommend the chicken gyozas and the duck fries). Brew York also runs events throughout the year including movie screenings and quizzes. It's super dog friendly too!
Website: https://brewyork.co.uk/
cosy club
Find me at: 19-22 Fossgate, York YO1 9TA
Cosy Club stands out from other bars - it's housed in an old cinema with an eclectic art deco interior. There's a dog friendly area inside by the bar but dogs aren't allowed in the main restaurant. If you just fancy a drink or want to try their bottomless brunch or try their delicious options for breakfast, lunch or dinner, then /cosy Club is the place for you.
Website: https://cosyclub.co.uk/location/york/
rose & Crown
Find me at: 13 Lawrence St, York
YO10 3BP
This traditional pub has the finest selection of whiskey in York, alongside your typical craft ales, spirits, fine wines and world beers. Dogs are allowed in the bar only but if you want to eat the staff will set up a table for you. Dogs get lots of fuss and attention from the staff too, and they also serve dog friendly treats!
Website: https://roseandcrownyork.com/
fossgate social
Find me at: 25 Fossgate, York YO1 9TA
Fossgate Social is a cosy indie bar serving up speciality coffee and cake during the day and incredible cocktails at night. Dogs are welcome throughout and are given lots of attention and treats from the staff.
Website: https://www.thefossgatesocial.com/
fossgate tap
Find me at: 54-56 Fossgate, York YO1 9TF
Fossgate Tap is a bar and kitchen offering locally sourced food and a wide range of spirits, beers and cocktails in different themed rooms throughout the building. The venue is large so there's plenty of space if you have a nervous pooch.
Website: https://fossgatetap.co.uk/
tank & paddle
Find me at: Merchant Exchange, York,
YO1 6DD
Tank and paddle is a large, vintage inspired craft ale joint with magnificent views of the River Ouse. There's something for everyone here, from sports screenings to bottomless brunch, and they specialise in local brews such as Brew York and Ilkley Pale, trendy craft beers and cask ales including Black Sheep and Roosters and is the first northern bar to feature big tanks of Meantime's Brewery Fresh!
Website: https://www.socialpubandkitchen.co.uk/tank-and-paddle-york
victor j's
Find me at: 1A Finkle St, York YO1 8RW
Victor J's is a quirky cafe bar and hangout for global comfort food, cocktails and art shows. They also have a ton of board games for you to play, delicious food and incredible cocktails for you to enjoy.
Website: https://www.victorjsbar.co.uk/
brewdog
Find me at: 130-134 Micklegate, York,
YO1 6JX
BrewDog is a craft beer haven which also serves up delicious handcrafted sourdough pizzas and charcuterie boards. The bar is also dog friendly, and they even host dog birthday parties and serve dog friendly ice cream sundaes.
lendal cellars
Find me at: 26 Lendal, York YO1 8AA
To say Lendal Cellars is a quirky bar would be an understatement. This hidden pub is housed in a brick arch cellar and serves global food and a wide range of beers and spirits. For sports fans, they show all the biggest events alongside regular live music.
Website: https://www.greeneking.co.uk/pubs/north-yorkshire/lendal-cellars
pairings
Find me at: 28 Castlegate, York YO1 9RP
Pairings is well known in York and for good reason. The venue is a cosy, stylish bar offering wine, cocktails, charcuterie and tapas, as well as flights and tasting events. Dogs are welcome until 6pm in the designated dog friendly area so it's the perfect choice for a day date in the city. If you like gin, wine or whiskey, this is the place to be.
Website: https://pairings.co.uk/
micklegate social
Find me at: 148-150 Micklegate, York,
YO1 6JX
Micklegate Social is the sister bar of Fossgate Social. Expect events such as pub quizzes and independent movie screenings, all dog friendly of course! Expect a wide variety of cocktails, spirits and ales to choose from, alongside a cosy atmosphere.
Website: https://www.micklegatesocial.co.uk/
the hop
Find me at: 11-12 Fossgate, York YO1 9TA
The Hop is known for three things; real ales, pizza and live music. And they're good at all three. Dogs are allowed in the main bar but not in the pizzeria at the back of the venue. If you want a fun atmosphere, head on over to The Hop!
Website: https://www.hopyork.co.uk/
dusk
Dusk is a quirky cafe by day and a cosy cocktail bar with live music by night. During the day you can grab delicious pizza by the slice and they welcome dogs until the evening gets underway. They also serve delicious cocktails named after some familiar faces, check out the Graham Norton and the Lucy Liu!
Find me at: 8 New St, York YO1 8RA