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Gastropubs in York
Looking for gastropub places in York? This page collects the strongest matches in the YorkEats directory so visitors can compare location, rating, review volume, prices, accessibility and booking links in one place.
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gastropub York
Venues compared
6
Average rating
4.4 / 5
Last updated: 2026-06-24
££The Rose & Crown
Classic 18th-century pub with a dining room, laid-back guestrooms and free breakfast.
££The Alice Hawthorn Inn | Restaurant & Rooms
Gastropub with a casual feel, in York.
£££The Knapton Lion
A casual and cosy gastropub in York, York.
£££The Half Moon Inn
York's casual spot for gastropub.
£££The Fat Abbot
York's casual spot for gastropub.
££The Lowther
Local pub with riverside tables, offering student deals, a simple global menu and Sunday roasts.
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Where to find gastropub in York
York's gastropub options are spread across the city centre and surrounding streets. Use the area label on each card to pick somewhere close to your hotel, the Minster, the Shambles, the railway station or your evening plans.
Quick comparison tips
For tourist trips, prioritise walking distance, current opening hours and booking links as much as rating. York is busiest during weekends, race days, university events and the Christmas market period.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best gastropub places in York?
The top listings here are ordered by YorkEats' recommendation score, which weighs rating, review volume and featured placement so visitors can compare gastropub choices quickly.
Do I need to book gastropub in York?
Booking is sensible for popular venues, dinner slots and weekends. If you are visiting York for a short break, reserve the meal that matters most and keep casual options for the rest of the day.