The York Tap in York

Decent beer list and as conveniebt as it gets if waiting for a train

Surprisingly good place for a pint. Well kept beers and a decent choice. I would use again.

One of York's best pubs. Situated on the railway platform, always bustling and busy with commuters. Vast range of handpulled cask beers. So much choice. I had Boltmaker, always a good drop. The bar is set in the centre of the room, which is a splendidly decorative affair. Fabulous stained glass windows and stained glass cupolas in the ceiling. Has outdoor seating on the platform too. Would highly recommend and especially for those who are into their cask beers.

Tap House in York is a must-visit for any beer enthusiast. This authentic pub offers an exceptional selection of cask ales that are sure to impress. The cozy atmosphere and knowledgeable staff enhance the experience, making it a perfect spot to enjoy a pint. Whether you're a local or just visiting, Tap House's diverse range of ales is not to be missed. A true gem at the railwaystation in York.

Price doesn't matter for a pint, but in a warm glass is pretty unforgivable. Bad service where you shouldn't expect it.

Phenomenal range of real ales, the most I’ve ever seen outside of a beer festival, and constantly changing too - good throughput so no ales are sitting around. Great view of passing trains too, where better to while away an hour prior to your train departure?

Good for a quick drink before catching the train. A very quick turn over of customers

Didn't recognise any of the lagers and unfortunately the one we chose was terribly bitter and didn't end up drinking.

This is a fantastic pub, staff very friendly and helpful. Wish this was my local!

Lost my wallet,York tap returned it first class post special thanks to Andy.

Always great beer selection and quick efficient service from friendly staff

First time visiting this pub, conveniently located on the platform inside York Railway station. Excellent range of ales. Lovely old building with amazing domed windows in the roof. And if you miss your train then you can have another pint LOL.

As other reviews have said, it’s not common to find such a good pub in a train station, or airport for that matter. This is a great space to sit around in waiting for your train – excellent range of beers and ciders. .

Great music, wonderfully kept beer!

Lovely well run professional business Quality beers and snacks great atmosphere

It's been a while but good as ever.

I love the shape of the bar in here and the offering of drinks they have, but it does seem to be a bit messy whenever you go in, but it can be very busy!

In the summer holidays they run a steam train to Scarborough from York and this is the place to go after a longish day with over excited people. The range of beers is exceptional (they are part of Pivni group) and the staff seem to know a fair bit about them. Drinking in halves means that you can sample a few and the surroundings are pretty impressive and have been sensitively updated.

Fantastic selection of ales and craft beers.

Always seems to be busy with an eclectic mix of customers. Terrific selection of beers. Pleasant and very hard working bar staff.

Love the location and architecture fabulous beer and cider selection.

Pies have gone massively down hill. Pints are still ok, but just ok. Please don't start slipping York tap as you're a smashing location and lovely interior!!!

Great pub. Good range of beers. Interesting building.

First visit to York Tap which we really enjoyed this week. Timothy Taylor beers were great and although we didn't eat they sell pies. Loved the architecture and the vibes and music. Staff friendly and helpful. Would deffo recommend a visit 😁

Not eaten here, but the beers are great

Nice selection of local brewed beers. Worth a visit if you like craft beers.

Did not eat 😐 found place pleasant and drink acceptable

You wouldn't expect a pub of this calibre inside a train station. Yet, York Pub does with style. A vast collection of beers on tap, including many real ales. They also serve scotch eggs, which are an excellent railway snack. The place also looks gorgeous inside, and is well looked after. The service is also excellent. Being able to have a weekend out at York, then walk into a pub where you get real good beer as you wait, and then walk out onto the platform is peak streamlining of civilization. Good job whoever did it, good job whoever is maintaining it.

Friendly service and reasonable prices but the beer was room temp at best

Every time I go through York Train Station I make a special effort to go in here for a pint. Been a real ale drinker it's like entering heaven. At least 15 real ales on handpump most of them small breweries and priced afordable. The staff behind the counter are all knowledgeable on real ale and very polite in answering in questions you want answers to on any subjects . Wednesday 10th July 2024 This great real ale pub on York Raiway Station always has at least 12 handpumped real ales on at any time over both its circular bars. It has a massive local and visitors for trains following There are at least 60 tables inside and 30 tables on the outdoor drinking area on York station platform. Altogether, at least 200 people can sit and drink this pubs beautiful well kept real ales at one time. This bar has to be one of the United Kingdoms top 5 real ale station bars😁😁😁 . .

Expensive , staff look fed up , very much a station pub 🍻

Great selection of beers and excellent service.

Ordered 2 vodka and cokes. Didn’t get asked if I wanted ice… full glass of ice. Didn’t get asked how much coke I wanted. Vodka tasted of rum not vodka. Said it tasted awful and I couldn’t drink it. The young obnoxious guy with curly hair said either drink it or pay for another one. Not his problem as he doesn’t drink vodka. Cheers, won’t be returning

Started Race Day off in The York Tap. Typical pub atmosphere. Didn't try any food.

Great choice of ales. Staff service attentive, efficient and quick at tidying

Some people shouldn’t work in hospitality, especially the manager Adam. Every other staff member was very attentive but the manager very rude. We was sat by the door on a freezing cold day and shut it three times. To which the manager came over with a disgusting attitude. Very disrespectful

Old little pub attached to the station.

Fabulous range of beers in a great pub. Friendly staff.

Great beer, great pies, great pub, friendly service and clean loos - can’t really ask for more!

Fabulous beers, well looked after and very well served. Great staff, great place.

What a cracking building to spend some time waiting for the train. The ceiling is particularly nice.

Fantastic pub, great beer, makes waiting for a train a real pleasure

We always go there for a few pre choo choo pints from the huge selection. The pork pies are yummy too.

Great choice of beers. First stop after getting off the train at York and the last stop before boarding the train home.

great beer selection while awaiting train

It's easy to take this pub for granted. Imagine what it was like before. A shelter and haven for delayed passengers. Great place to wait for your train

A gem of a pub , lovely decor with amazing drinks choice (around 15 different ales when we were there). Added bonus with it being sited in one of the nicest train stations around, although accessible from outside the station.

What a gem and greets you immediately upon arrival in York (by train). The selection is vast and it’s all quality. Four Timothy Taylor’s cask handles alone! I haven’t seen that many outside of one of their own pubs. Went for a Knowle Spring. Prices are great. A warm welcome to York if you’re up for a pint or two. Or a great send off from York. Also, considering it’s inside a train station, the exterior and interior are gorgeous. Rustic yet modern yet very much in a train station. If I was local, I’d come here often, a stellar spot!

Best choice of ales I have experinced outside beer festivals. Accessible from platform as well- bonus.

Beautiful old bar with open fire. Best station bar anywhere, maybe ?

The food is great however not a lot of it...very good travellers rest with vintage vibe.

Great selection of beers. Perfectly located at the station so great for a meetup.

Another good pint of Landlord at the Tap.

Lovely pint of pale ale called Mojo. Got served very quickly every time I went up to the bar which was good . Hardly having to wait much at all.

Every train station should have one. Perfect place to visit, relax and unwind in. I know I did. Terrific.

One of the few benefits of train travel these days is the ability to stop off at the York Tap on my way up north. Amazing selection of beers in a pub that puts many others to shame. Coffe is good too I hear. Sometimes I wish the trains were even more delayed so I can stay longer!

Lovely old part of original York Station, incidentally for a period of time a model railway layout as an a paid for attraction. I think originally built as the ‘tea rooms’ On my visit today fully appreciated the range of beers available, and my glass or two of stout was excellent and not always available in a number of establishments. Having just returned from a holiday in Kenya, sadly has reminded me that uk customer service could be a little more friendly, a maybe with a smile. Also don’t understand why empty bottles have to be thrown into a container with the resulting noise. Prices are a little on the high side, but this is sadly typical in all tourist cities. Having made my observations as a resident of York, yes, will return as this venue has a pleasant atmosphere and many original features from Victorian railway era.

Decent beer, handy waiting for your next train. Toilets a bit of a disaster though

First trip to York in 5 years. Been to this pub several times since it opened Great location at York Railway station and superb range of real ales. A very attractive building with a circular central bar lined with handpumps. Outside covered seating on the platform side. Forty plus years ago it was said York has a pub for every day of the year. Tried my best to do them all. Many now gone but also lots of new places to drink. A great City to visit for many reasons. Jorvic is named after here, the old Viking city name. Not sure where Paulicarus gets his name. Only time for a very drinkable half of Helmsley brewery bitter. A new one to me.

Wasn't expecting much with it being attached to the station but was pleasantly surprised. Good beer, good service and all the atmosphere that you expect with the hustle and bustle of a transport hub.

Stopped off here while waiting for the Ghost bus, not the warmest of places, but great choice of beers

Great service, good wine and beerr

Always worth a visit , great real ales 🍺 and excellent pork pies , friendly service what more can you ask for .

Possibly the best beer in York? Has a great atmosphere with the constant churn of train passengers coming and going...proper boozer.

If your an ale lover this place is heaven

Closed off the far side of the establishment. Was it because it was Monday? Dissapointing. We all need to be able to appreciate the setting.

A great pub right on the edge of Platform 3 at York Station. It has a great selection of ales, beers and ciders, and you’ll certainly find a tipple you’d enjoy here.

Excellent real ale pub on the station,will definitely visit again next time I'm in York

Traditional pub next to the station. Great choice while you are waiting for your train

Good spot for a very well kept beer (other drinks are available) if you're hanging around York Station.

We didnt get any food so can't rate it, the atmosphere was like any other pub, the only thing I found disgusting was the smell in the toilets, the what I'm hoping was water on the floor. It smelt nicer and was more presentable to use the train station toilets on the platform

A great place to have a drink if you are waiting for a train or you have just got off the train. Seating is very comfortable, also enjoyed the atmosphere.

Plenty of choice behind the bar

I've visited this place a few times now. It’s a traditional almost period looking building both inside and out with a great bar in the middle with loads or real ales and beers to sample. It's a no frills kind of place but great when you're waiting for a train.

York Tap, situated conveniently next to the train station in York, England, presents an appealing façade that captures the attention of passers-by and travellers alike. The exterior of the pub exudes a certain charm, inviting guests to step inside and explore its offerings. Upon entering, one can't help but notice the hints of the pub's former grandeur. The interior, though bearing signs of a bygone era of elegance, still retains an atmosphere that is both intriguing and welcoming. This blend of the old and the new makes the York Tap an interesting place to visit, especially for those waiting for a train or looking to unwind briefly. During a recent visit, the ambiance was pleasant enough, with a setting that promises a nice experience. The staff, while not outstanding, were adequate in their service, maintaining a level of professionalism expected in such an establishment. However, the experience was marred by a couple of significant drawbacks. Firstly, the beer quality was underwhelming. The beer served was notably flat, lacking the vibrancy and liveliness one would anticipate in a pub renowned for its selection of drinks. This was disappointing, especially for those looking forward to enjoying a refreshing beverage. Moreover, the state of the toilets left much to be desired. Cleanliness, especially in public facilities, is a critical aspect of the overall experience in any establishment. In this case, the toilets were not kept clean, detracting further from the overall appeal of the York Tap. In conclusion, while the York Tap boasts an attractive exterior and a location convenient for travellers, the lacklustre beer and poorly maintained facilities significantly diminish its charm. The experience, as a whole, was underwhelming, leading to a decision to probably not return in the future. For a pub that holds such potential due to its location and historic ambiance, it's unfortunate that the finer details of customer experience were overlooked.

All the handpulls full and a good range of beers to choose from

Great beer selection but just too noisy. Always has been so only quick pints there...

Fantastic local tap room. 20 Cask, 12 Keg - Amazing. Great local pork pies to compliment the beer. Great staff and service.

Superb bar on the platform at York Station. Excellent selection of real ales and craft beers that would put some pubs to shame! Always friendly service too. Haven't tried to the food so can't comment on that.

Great venue to pop in, in passing.

Popped in for a drink while waiting for our train back home.

Great place to hang out with friends. Really enjoyable

Been in a few times but only for one drink in recent times as I was driving. It's reasonably priced for a station pub. It was the model railway when I first visited York station back in 1997 (I had been before, but was too young to remember). I would avoid it at weekends though unless your train is cancelled and you don't have time or energy to go back into town.

A pub with fantastic period features which has been conserved by the Railway Heritage Trust. A very wide selection of cask ales at reasonable prices

A top place for a cheeky pint while your waiting for a train

Probably the best Station pub in the UK in my opinion. Massive selection of beers and a good atmosphere, with the transient customers can always find some quirky characters to interact with or enjoy people watching from the terrace!

Lovely pub but let down by awful smell from gents toilet...been in numerous times and obviously a plumbing issue.

Extremely rude staff served us , girl with pink hair . Very dismissive and aggressive . Avoid at all costs !!

Great start to a day out in York we'll worth a visit

Beautiful pub, especially at Xmas. Came in just for one but a really friendly atmosphere.

Great always pop in when in York

Okay if you are willing to pay £9.20 for a large glass of wine!!

Great selection of beers and always a friendly atmosphere.

Brilliant! Loads of real ale well kept.

Really nice pub, good for watching the trains

Great pub with an impressive array of beers on tap. Beers very reasonable. It’s rather beautiful inside too!

A great place to call for a beer, the selection is well impressive if real ale is your thing. Continental larger and wheat beer available. It is definitely worth a visit if in York even if you are not travelling by train. A proper pub in York when many of the others want to be gastro pubs.

Excellent beer selection. Good ambience. Stilton topped port pie not to be missed.

OK, for a drink while waiting for the train

Old fashiond pub with a real warm atmosphere