House of the Trembling Madness in York

Trembling Madness is one of our favourite spot for crazy beers. They always have such nice beers variety on offer on tap as well as cans and bottles. Such cool & cosy atmosphere inside. Upstairs building has different kinda ceilings like historical stuff. I heard the beams are from old Viking ships. Quirky and cozy seating area. The shop downstairs has large layout of beers variety you can ever see which you could take upstairs to buy and drink if you’d like. Limited but delicious food specially cheese boards that are great we friends shared. Happily recommend

The pub is hidden upstairs and it's lovely 🍻

Comfy. Decent beer selection in the pub. Very large beer selection in the shop.

Part medieval apothecary, part beer lover’s paradise! The bottle shop downstairs is stocked with an incredible selection of craft beers, ciders, and spirits from around the world. Whether you're after a rare Belgian ale, a bold IPA, or something completely new, they’ve got you covered. Upstairs, the quirky tavern feels like stepping into a Viking mead hall with its rustic charm, taxidermy, and candlelit tables. Perfect for sipping on a unique brew or enjoying their delicious food. The staff are always happy to recommend something exciting. If you love great beer, history, or just a fantastic pub experience. Cheers!

Great bar with great atmosphere

Although I was recommended this place, I did take me a little while to find it as the pub is upstairs from the shop. Once you are upstairs, you a transported back to the old ages with this amazing pub. We had a table booked for food later on but if we had a chance to, we would have cancelled and eaten here. The food look delicious, amazing and plentiful and for a very good price. The drinks were also fantastic, with local beers a plenty. Highly recommended when visiting York.

Great beer selection, staff was very helpful and the place itself is very cool

Good, but very busy when we went (Sunday evening), so didn't stay for too long before moving on.

Completely unique and quirky medieval pub serving an impressive array of beers and generous platters. Highly recommend.

Only popped in to buy some mead,huge range and lovely staff!

Cool place. Great beer. Friendly staff.

Great place, some interesting artwork on the walls. Definitely worth a visit

An amazing venue, definitely worth a visit

Super unique pub. Great drinks. Glad we popped in on our pub crawl.

Can be a bit of a challenge to get a seat - but once in it's a must do experience in York! Great beers and unique decor.

Love the house of the trembling madness

Amazing selection of beers and other drinks

Crazy, hidden gem of a craft bar, Go on Tuesday in February for a chance of getting a seat. Superb place

Great pub, great selection of beer.

Superb pub and shop. Great choice of beers and brilliant staff. Highly recommended. And so hello to Lucky!

Fantastic selection of excellent beers.

Great quirky bar, we absolutely loved the atmosphere. Highly recommend a visit.

fabulous atmosphere and a choice of interesting ales

They have all kinds of beers from almost every country. If you're a beer lover you are going enjoy this place. Burgers also really great. Highly recommend it!!!!!

Love this place! If you love beer and spirits, you can't go wrong. Amazing staff and quality drinks, great atmosphere and a really good shop

We had sausage and mash, and pie and mash. Everything was excellent apart from the pie. The pie filling was very dry and tough.

Fantastic quirky place. Was recommended this bar by my Brother & wasnt disappointed. The bar area is decked out like a Viking hall, loud music playing & a fantastic atmosphere. The drinks selection is excellent, a wide choice of beers, draught & bottles, spirits & mead.

Great venue excellent atmosphere good selection of beers good food Had the steak and stout pie - great choice - washed down with a Kernel cask brown ale (albeit ale a long way from York)

This place is somewhere really special- very quirky and cool! Food was based on simple pub grub but was delicious and well executed! We visited multiple times to take advantage of the friendly atmosphere, great drinks and food.

Busy little place. Managed to get a table. Food was lovely! Really enjoyed it.

This place has the best selection of craft beers I've seen in a long time. We bought beer to take out although there is a drink in option available too.

A great local beer and alcoholic beverage store in the center of York offering all kinds of drinks both that are both national and international.

Great beer, fantastic beer shop such a quirky place a must for a visit

Nice place to stop off for refreshments

A perfect place to drink responsibly.

Pretty cool pub upstairs. Loads to look at. Plenty of drink options as well.

Me atendió una persona desinteresada irrespetuosa del bar que me dio un vaso de cerveza caliente que acababa de enjuagar pedí un vaso frío solo para que nos dijeran que no o palabras en ese sentido nos fuimos. Nunca volveré allí. Los propietarios deberían considerar la posibilidad de hacer entrar a personas mayores competentes para dirigir el bar, ya que esto decepciona a todo el pub.

Run by KIds! I popped in yesterday for a few drinks only to be served by a person who was just rude and child like the glass he provided me was warm and I ask him to run it under the tap to cooler it down he said had just washed it a more or less refused to give me a new colder glass!! I was lost for words and just walked out I will never go back there.

Sitting in bar area being drowned out by screaming and rather loud people that want the whole bar area to hear what they are saying. Had one pint and had to leave as we could not speak to the person sitting next to me. We actually resorted to texting each other so we could have a conversation.

Awesome selection of craft beers and spirits, surley staff without any kind of communication and automatic star off for not accepting cash. I'm sure that wasn't the case when we drank in a while ago but won't be back if you don't want real money.

Stunning - great staff & fab veggie options too

Great pub, fantastic atmosphere Really busy but still managed to get a seat Serving staff were really friendly. Highly recommended

Llamamos para el desayuno en el camino a la estación para nuestro regreso a casa. Muy bonito lugar y hecho para sentirse bienvenido. La decoración era agradable y se sentía bien para el tipo de restaurante, la comida era excelente y los dos disfrutamos y el café era muy bueno también. sin duda vale la pena una visita y volvería en nuestra próxima visita a York.

House of Trembling Madness is a proper hidden gem in York! From the outside, it looks like just an off licence, but head upstairs, and you’ll find a quirky little pub full of character. We stopped in for a few beers, and the selection was incredible everything from German and Belgian brews to Irish classics. The downstairs shop is a beer lover’s paradise, and upstairs, you can enjoy the same great selection in a cozy, medieval style setting. If you’re into your beers, this place is a must visit. Definitely recommend!

Excellent place to visit in York. Superb upstairs bar with a great range on offer. As for downstairs, quite possibly one of the best range of ales, spirits and meads (plus lots more) on offer. The staff downstairs were super friendly and very helpful, too helpful as my backpack was somewhat heavier on my return journey! 😆

Amazing bar with a fabulous range of wines and spirits to buy in the shop below! A visit to the loo also gives you inspiration to buy a vast range of spirits too!

Looks like you're just in an off license until you realize there is a bar upstairs. It's a very cool place, unbelievable selection of beer wines and spirits busy place day and night bar snacks and hot meals very old building

This place is amazing. More beers in the shop than you can shake a stick at. And upstairs, the pub is amazing.

Live this place, good selection of drinks, we only had light snacks but they were very tasty and nicely presented, the beer and cheese soup was very good.

Not many bars have a lion’s head above the bar. A fun place to visit, the decor is unique, never seen so much curio in such a small space. A great selection of beers with varying strengths, prices are fair given the location. You need to access this place via the ground floor bottle shop. Staff very helpful with the speciality beers and you can sample first. The food menu looks fun, so we’ll be back to try some next time.

A bar within a shop?! Definitely worth a visit. Great attention to detail

Visited after seeing good reviews on Google, but sadly our experience didn’t reflect this We asked for a food menu as we couldn’t see one only to be told to look on other people’s table to find one by a condescending cocky bar man with dark hair I asked him for a beer recommendation and he just pointed at the board and said which one do you want, couldn’t even be bothered to recommend something to me Once my food came which was soggy and bland pie, my girlfriend asked for salt and pepper and he was sarcastic to her telling her to look at the end the of bar, she couldn’t see it was there as someone was sat in front. If you have an attitude like that don’t work in a public facing environment when you clearly aren’t happy being there. Such a shame as we’d really been looking forward to visiting

HTM Stonegate is always a very sound choice for drinks. Great atmosphere, multiple levels and cosy spaces, and a decent selection of beers (incl. AF options). Good location for a night/day out in central York.

Great Little place , friendly Quirky Fab beer

Nice place to stop for a mooch and a beer! Didn't have any food so can't comment.

Even as a Belgian myself, I was impressed by their extensive collection of Belgian beers, some of which I had never seen before. Similarly, their prices are more than fair, and in some cases more affordable than back home. We had a lovely local drink from the cask upstairs, under the auspicious gaze of a whole zoo of taxidermied heads. Feels unchanged since it was built centuries ago.

Went back in 2019 on our trip through England. Incredible selection and atmosphere. Definitely worth a stop for beer lovers!

Curly burly 70s pornstar wannabe gave me just a bit too much sausage

Absolutely loved this bar. It's accessed via the bottle shop below where you can buy a massive range of beers, ciders, mead etc. A really quirky venue with stunning beams and olde world charm. We ordered food and had the madness burger which was lovely. The beer on pump was great too. We hadn't realised but there's an option to buy in the shop and consume in the bar. We'll definately be back and so pleased we found it. A little gem.

Excellent home prepared comfort food! Beers expertly chosen by the "trendy" owner Ian. Very rewarding experience in a truly unique setting.

First time here and won't be our last. Excellent food (lamb stew, beer and cheese soup) and beer. Amazing room. Helpful and friendly staff.

Marvellous selection and atmosphere

characterful and the shop is superbly stocked for drinkers of craft beer etc Food was fairly priced and plentiful enough but I just can’t accept microwaving anything with pastry 😭😭😭 to microwave a pie is sacrilege . So if I went back I’d have the stew

The place is pleasant and very traditional with its architecture. Very delicious food and excellent beer. The exquisite meat pie.

Very good place. The food is very delicious.

Loads of choice here. Card only though.

House of the Trembling Madness in York, particularly the original Stonegate location, offers a unique and atmospheric experience. Tucked away in a historic building, the hidden bar upstairs has an extensive selection of craft beers, real ales, and ciders, often showcasing local breweries. The ambiance is rustic and cozy, with wood beams, dim lighting, and a laid-back vibe perfect for both casual drinks and special occasions. The knowledgeable staff are always happy to offer recommendations, and the selection is well-curated, ensuring even the most discerning beer lover will find something to enjoy. The combination of great drinks, friendly service, and a charming setting makes it a must-visit for anyone in York.

Beer is fine but wouldn't go again, not the cleanest place, dusty, stuffed heads and acky rug things. Came away with bites. The other bar on Lendal is much better.

Tried our luck in this bar, post Christmas rush and there were seats available which can be an issue at busy times. The food and drinks were excellent, the atmosphere is superb, if you’re looking for something different, here it is, and it’s not overpriced either.

This unusual bar was recommended to us. It was our first time in York, and after a walk we went to a bar. We sat down at the bar, the bartenders and waiters saw us several times, but no one wanted to clear the table after the previous guests, we asked to clear the table, after which the dishes were cleared. But the table remained unwiped and dirty with sticky spots. My wife asked me to wipe it, they gave her napkins and a cleaning product so she could wipe it herself 🫠. We ordered 2 beers and two dishes. My order was not completed completely, because before serving the bartender came and said “I have bad news” there is no sauce for your dish, my wife said what should we do? He was like, well, I can just bring the order. The general impression is that the bartenders are not interested in guests, and they also do not need new clients. The beer store on the ground floor was nice and cool

Found this place by doing a google search of best pubs in York. We weren’t sure if we had found the right place as you go into a shop selling all sorts of alcohol and the pub is upstairs. It’s very small but really lovely, we had two pints of the haufbrau (I think it was called) which was really good, it had a great atmosphere, we didn’t eat but the stew the guy opposite was eating, looked absolutely delicious!!

Always buy my husband Belgium beers from here. They have a very good selection and the staff are helpful if I'm unsure. There looks to be a great selection of other beers too.

Very small inside so be prepared to feel squashed gets very busy but a great atmosphere

Very quirky bar hidden in a craft ale shop. Highly recommend the Red Delirium, strong but very tasty. Shop downstairs has a huge selection.

What a cracking little spot. Next time I come to York, I'll be back for beers and a burger!!!

On Xmas eve Xmas hats are mandatory 😂 10/10

Bitterly disappointed, having been here many times before over many years this was the worse experience I have had. Don't bother with the place. The staff are ignorant, rude and contemptuous. It's a shame they have no understanding that it a service industry. Yes, it may be near Christmas, and they may have a busy time, but that is no excuse.

Was great in here. Was a little.hazy coming out. Happy times though. 👍🙏

Wow what a place, very quirky with a great atmosphere and beer selection. It’s packed but worth it!

I love the place. Always my first port of call when in York. Quite simply mind-blowing. The history of the place. Wow

What a cool place! Go through the shop and up the stairs to the bar with an amazing selection of beers & snacks.

Unique pub with an awesome drinks selection and cool interior. Relaxed vibe. It's hidden away above a bottle shop

Another classic place to be in

This is an unusual bar, hence the name. Ic and Flic have been a few times. The basement and ground floor are a wine, beer and spirit shop. I remember buying a bottle of Dimple here. The bar is up a steep and rickity staircase. Toilets in the basement. The bar is a good size one room plus an alcove. Very atmospheric. Three real ales and a couple of ciders. Very busy the week before Christmas.

Quite small yet entertaining space. Good tap list!

Great pub. Small upstairs but cosy and great atmosphere. Large selection of drinks and a off-licence downstairs with a massive selection 👏👏👏 will come again.

No cash! Card only!!! Disgusting!!! I walked away without my shopping.

Only down side is the popularity when the building is so limited on space (but over flowing with character). Had a festive stout and the beef stew, both were superb. Sufficient staff for prompt service, simple beef stew was just what we wanted, place was filled with Christmas aromas, there was mulled cider and wine available, lots of happy folk enjoying a break from Christmas shopping outside.

Ordered just 2 soups waited half an hour soup was shit dont go in

Ordered beer through their website recently. - Very well packaged and best before dates excellent - Small mix up with order but an email to the shop and a phonecall from Rob quickly resolved the issue. Will definitely use again. Many thanks

Lovely atmosphere for a drink and a brilliant selection of booze downstairs which is great for a gift or just expanding your horizons in terms of trying new types of alcohol

This is the perfect pub! Good beer, great food and a shop to buy more beer downstairs! We tried to get a table a couple of times before finally striking it lucky. We were recommended the food and so glad we had it. The service was excellent and the staff couldn't have been more friendly and helpful.

Only reviewing the mail order beer experience. Never been to the bar itself - one day though, it looks amazing. This is the best bottle shop in the UK. I've looked at 10s (if not 100s) and I regularly order from around 5 (have done so from, maybe, 10). I've placed many orders and, truly, they got me through Covid and beyond! Really good range (though not as many as Beers of Europe but a more diverse selection, especially imports). BoE pull ahead in ales/bitters (preventing HoTM being a one-stop, depending on what you like) but still excellent. Little affordances such as being able to ask for dispatch on a particular day really help with scheduling. There have been a few mishaps - generally the courier dropping a parcel - but these were all quickly corrected and I can promise that every online vendor I've tried suffers from this. Generally the website is great (certainly better than BoE which doesn't allow out-of-stock to be excluded). Not quite as strong as Ghost Whale who do a better job of aligning the on-page selection with what is already present in your basket. Ghost Whale also putting key information upfront without forcing a click-through which saves time. An example would be showing the ABV on the card (although it does allow me to filter on it). A more refined front-menu and more extensive filtering options would be a benefit. It's close between HoTM and GW but I've regularly found myself favouring the former of late. One day a site will hook into my Untappd profile and prevent me from ordering beers I've already consumed but until that happens (or until Untappd allow it since I don't think their API supports), these guys are the best.

In at lunchtime, busy in bar , it's quite small. A couple were happy to share a table with us. Really helpful staff. Great selection of beers and quality food.

Set in a beautiful building with many retained features, this place has a real buzz of an atmosphere. Food and coffee spot on. Service friendly and efficient. Didn't get upstairs to sample the craft beers.... next time.

Fantastic huge choice of beers ales whisky ect and a great bar upstairs

Lovely place, with a great selection of beers and very tasty food.

Quirky pub above an off licence. Popular with tourists and locals alike. Friendly staff too.

Atmosphere are amazing but the girl that working on bar is not for that job. She is very rude. I dont want to say something and make worst the situation. She dont know how to act to custemers :(

Visited here Saturday 30th November as we couldn’t get in anywhere else and we needed some lunch and a sit down as a break from the ridiculous crowds. Found a seat upstairs but 2 of our group spent 5 mins taking all the dirty plates cups and glasses over to the bar as they were obviously understaffed and there was nowhere else to sit It was like a furnace in there, the staff were bright red in the face it was awful. It was so busy that people were shouting at the tops of their voices to each other all around. The food took an hour and 10 mins to arrive ! Couldn’t wait to get out of the damn place.