Edinburgh Arms in York - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

It is what it is. An honest, old fashioned pub serving the likely beers.

Band great, why have I not found this place before. Everyone is so nice and friendly

Loved it ,great entertainment, friendly atmosphere and staff.

We were in to see the band. New to us. Following on from visit to the Phoenix. We had mentioned the band to others we had just met. They followed us down. Browny points please! Service was prompt. Band was Blue style so musicianship was very good. Only had 25mins but enjoyed ourselves. Regular source of good music.

We called in for a drink on our way to get back on the coach after a really good day in York ,we had 45mins spare, the lady behind the bar was very nice, pleasant and accommodating she even offered us a quieter room to sit ,as the locals ones were watching the football , will definitely call in again

The place stunk worce than the toilets we left faster than we entered the pub Desperately need a clean and some windows opening

Brilliant place good night as always thanks to dave and Lorraine..

Went to see Glamrocks last performance. It was absolutely rammed with people, it's poorly set out ..could hardly get to the bar or loo. The band was brilliant though. The bar staff excellent . Very efficient and friendly. The whole place needs a makeover. It's grim.

Not much variety for alcohol free drink. Place needs a good refresh on seats, carpets etc

Good pub for live music with regular acts on.

Traditional working man's club vibe but great live music on certain nights.

Stayed for one night. The staff were very friendly, the room was clean and warm. The room could have done with a hair dryer, and a lamp but everything else was great. There was a band on the Saturday night, the place was full and the atmosphere was great. We will definitely stay again

Sky sports and horse racing on big tellys. Always seats available. Cheerful bar staff and tasty Guinness, what more does a man need?

Nice pub good welcome staff . Bit pricy. All in all give it a try .

Cannot remember when I last visited the Edinburgh Arms. Went in to watch a band so they were really the highlight not the pub. Busy but easily served at the bar. Standing room only when we got in. Bit of a pinch point near the pool table but again that was the popularity of the band not the pubs fault. 'Till the next time.

Great music venue, friendly staff.

Only spent a short time here but a good time.

Dropped in for a drink as it’s local to us and we had not been before. Band on. I went to the toilet briefly. When I came out husband had been kicked out. Not quick enough buying a drink. Don’t worry won’t be back. Rude!! (yes and it stinks too!)

Basic pub, no frills, but friendly staff, good choice of drinks, sports screens, live music at weekends. We loved it.

Friendly and quick service. Definitely visit again.

Went to see a local band. Great atmosphere. Been in there many times always warm and welcoming. Dave one of the longest serving landlords in the city.

Brilliant atmosphere Brilliant service

Great service and good beer. Nuff said

WOW _ what a stench, called in as a pit stop on our way to an Indian & I have never smelled anything as bad in my life, if I hadn't needed the toilet I would've walked straight out. Mucky musky smell of I don't know what, DEEP clean needed. 🤢🤮

Always liked this place before a concert at The Barbican. Down to earth and friendly bar staff. And not paying the exorbitant York pub prices.

First visit here. Great, welcoming pub with live music (the reason for going) and sensible prices

Lovely signs hanging up around pub and decent atmosphere

Nice welcome from staff shown to room it was as expected dated but clean and comfortable nothing to complain about bed,,tea,coffee and shower room also nice pint and close to barbican centre 😀

Visited on a Friday night, almost entirely empty except for the staff, meaning very little atmosphere. Pool table was decent though and you can watch the sport here (rugby league when we visited).

Lovely atmosphere and great owners. Just not sure what nights they do food.

Good friendly boozer, evening meals, darts, pool, and lots of sport on two Tvs.

Live music clash city rockers were great goid night

In my opinion this pub has remained traditional for many years. No arty fartyness about it. Prices are great considering how close it is to the city centre.

Needs to get with the times unfortunately

Nashville sessions every other Sunday night some brilliant country singers on . Land Lady Lorraine and hubby Dave great night

Great pub great entertainment great food. Warm friendly pub

Went on two consecutive nights over a weekend away. Both nights had good live bands but 2nd night ruined by staff. Closed earlier than the online information stated + bar staff gave no warning of bar closing. Wouldn't serve us 15 mins before closing and was rude about it. Wouldn't bother going back.

Cracking pub, great live music and raffles !

Fantastic live music covering a whole spectrum of musical types great people assembled great friends all

Lovely cosy wee pub .Nice staff .

Decent old school boozer. Had fun during Wed night quiz.

It's been a good few years since we last went to the Edinburgh arms , we were set on going elsewhere for tea , when we spoke to a couple in a nearby pub, who were on their way there and they said how good the food was. On initial impressions it looked a bit desolate inside as there was only the afforementioned couple in the lounge when we walked in . but after an excellent pint of Black sheep for myself and a wine for my wife we took the plunge and ordered some food. we had a bacon and cheese burger & a lamb burger both with homemade chips and a side portion of proper homemade onion rings. I can only describe the food as exceptional value for money , the bacon / cheese burger was superb , but the lamb burger was even better . By far the best we have ever tasted. The landlord was friendly and helpful & the local pool team who came in whilst we were there were friendly and welcoming. we will certainly be back soon , The steak and garlic chicken sound very nice !!

Great music and atmosphere - fab night

Bog standard locals pub with bog standard beer.

Lovely food done as you wanted. Friendly service

Have stayed for races for last 10 years, very welcoming pub, great food and accommodation.

Fabulous food, friendly staff, lovely atmosphere well worth a visit

Good food and beer and great for live entertainment.

Just dropped in for a pre-show drink and were pleased to find the football on so watched the end of Wales v Ukraine!!

Great night out the singer was marvellous and the beer was also

Brilliant quiet pub by day with events on nights, friendly people and good atmosphere with pool too 👍🏻

Traditional pub mixed with sports pub. I didn't understand the decor but that's not why you go to a pub like this! Not a lot of choice of lager but had a couple Whitley Neil gins and the standard spirits. Lots of space in a 2 room pub with a pool table, darts board and a couple of TVs. Also has parking and looks nice from the outside but less so from the inside. I wouldn't return but it's worth a visit if you're in the area. Nothing special.

Great food. Just had the best steak I have had in a long time also the homemade lamb burgers are not to be missed.

Very friendly and brilliant pint

Old style pub good atmosphere pool table and cask ales 🍺

OK. It's a pub. Sells beer. Don't know much else about it. Just a one off visit but won't rush back.

Brilliant pub, good atmosphere, friendly staff.

Lovely inn, the beers we're excellent, and the lady behind the bar was charming, we will be going back,

Nice beer and lovely cozy atmosphere

We enjoyed two visits here. Great service at the bar from friendly staff. There was live music on Saturday night that we all enjoyed. 60's was their theme. Situated near the Barbican.

Just dropped in on the spur of the moment, we had food and a couple of pints, all the bar staff were very friendly, and the food was delicious. I would definitely recommend popping in if you can !!

Had lovely stay and mangers and staff made you feel very welcome would recommend this place

Stayed here a few weeks back, was visiting for a family members birthday party. Mixed place, the room we stayed in was a twin, the room overall was pleasant, clean and beds were surprisingly comfortable. However learning that some of the others rooms are not to the same standard so make sure you aren't one of the unlucky ones. As far as the pricing goes it's excellent value for money in comparison to other accommodation within the City and don't forget your situated right in the Centre of York. I would advise against drinking in the downstairs Pub, the drink are very poor, larger is horrendous with little choice overall, the TV's have Sport but the picture quality is extremely low. Overall I'd say this place is value for money and if you're on a budget you probably won't find a cheaper place for it's quality. Of course the pub could be better but if you're visiting York you definitely have more luxury options within the town to go visit.

Needs a massive update.. Friendly enough punters and barman. No food on a Sunday 👎👎

Great food with fantastic staff

Great rock'n roll themed pub close to the Barbican. Friendly, helpful bar staff, great food, (the burgers were delicious) and well kept beer. Only didn't give 5 stars because Black Sheep was off tap on the evening we went in.

Used to come here 25 years ago - its a shame - it needs something apart from a make over - its like stepping into another world way back

nice friendly pub, good pint, good prices!

Very friendly an amazing place to eat and drink always a welcome love it

No nonsense boozer, reasonable prices, live music

Nice friendly pub. Great beer at a fair price. Would recommend!

Great music nights, reasonable prices

Ye a warm welcome good food What more can you ask for

Lovely place great people enjoyed our selves

Nice pub with accommodation, great food 😋, great staff

Really nice food and good value

Nice for a game of pool n a quiet drink

Great place to stay and drink at

Great value, clean and tidy rooms. Very warm welcome and very friendly/helpful bar staff/management. Excellent drinks selection..... the Famous Grouse Scotch and Woods Dark Rum went down a treat with the pints. Fantastic meals ..... large, extremely tasty portions ..... cooked as requested (in my case, "well done"). A great place to relax. Ideally located for York attractions and on bus route to city centre/railway station. The best establishment I have encountered for Covid safety procedures ..... they could not have been more thorough.

Just had meal and drinks fresh cooked food absolutely fantastic .covid rules followed. Great place .5star

Nice local pub all covid measures in place felt safe

After many years of not going in this place my partner persuaded me to re visit the place. Nothing has changed still a rundown community pup . Walked in and walked out save your money and leave it to the locals

Very lovely and friendly local pub. They follow government advice on COVID19 which was good to see! Lovely beer and ambience 🍻

Nice friendly pub for a quick pint in the sun👍

Greeted by a man at the door who was very friendly however the woman was extremely rude. Considering pubs have been closed for 3 months you would of thought that pub owners would be polite and friendly to try and regain business but in actual fact, the lady who spoke us was that rude we had to walk back out and I’m sure they will have lost a lot of business from this

Fantastic night, country 6.30 to 9pm live singers!

Such a lovely pub with a warm welcome. Absolutely lovely people. Would deffo come back if visit York again. Music great and beer fab

Great beers. Great staff. Great live music 👍🏻

Me the wife and some friends had a two night stay here on a weekend in York. The pub and staff were great, rooms were warm and clean. The bar is spot on and the pub itself location is just right.

Great night of Music with York band Melody Makers.Very Friendly pub. Have also had a meal there which is really great pub food with Chips like mum used to make .

Fantastic atmosphere and lovely well run pub 😍🍻

very friendly sports bar very reasonable priced specially just to visit the towns bars restaurants & get your head down good location

Nice and friendly pub great service.

Quite when we went in however server was nice and they have a fairly decent pool table which can be hard to find around the city

The Edinburgh Arms is a great pub I always look forward to visiting on any holiday I take to this most beautiful of city's, a pub and hotel that always offers a warm welcome. I love the look of the pub,a lovely interior, great decor and furnishings including a cool looking serving bar and plenty of seating options spread throughout this pub, it's just a very cosy pub. My twin brother Stephen and I were here on a Saturday afternoon, pub was busy with a great atmosphere, greeted warmly by a very pleasant member of staff who served us a lager style beer each,these were served in excellent condition being iced cold and sparkling and we just chilled out and took in the great vibe in this busy and popular pub. The lager served here was spot on,iced cold and sparkling, a totally refreshing and enjoyable pint indeed. We both really enjoyed our beers in here before we moved on and as on every other visit to here we had a great time. The Edinburgh Arms is easy to locate along Fishergate. Opening hours are; Monday to Sunday, 10am till 11.30pm. A great pub,well worth checking out if your in the area.

Just popped in for a quick pint seemed friendly enough but could do with a good dust but think that is its charm, no nonsense pub !

Great place for a short stay, lovely landlord and landlady and the food is very nice.

Very comfortable bed, room clean and tidy lots of coffee facilities in rokm

A great place to relax and have fun! You can have beer, play games or watch TV! Very friendly staff!

Nice Pub, with good food, friendly service and reasonable prices