York Tap
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10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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anistazia
York, UK139 contributions
Jan 2023
Nice to sit on the benches outside the pub next to platforms drink prices bit hit and miss. Two drinks one price then finished them bought exactly the same different price this happened twice . Plenty to watch when trains are running still open even though during the train strike no trains were running. Good Central meeting point get to station by bus,train or car. You can park in the station carpark payment needed
Written January 24, 2023
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Neil K
Liverpool, UK614,634 contributions
Mar 2022 • Friends
York Tap is always at the top of my list of pubs to visit on any trip to this historic walled city I take.
Located in York Railway Station in a former tea room dating from 1907 ,this Grade II listed structure looks superb ,housed in a wonderful looking building ,the interior is fantastic,an island style serving bar dominates the main room,pubby decor and furnishings and plenty of seating options spread throughout this pub both inside and outside on the railway platform.
We were here on a Thursday afternoon,after a quick study of their real ale's we both opted to have a pale ale from Farm Brewer Fyne Ale's,these were served in excellent condition,we luckily managed to get a table outside were we just kicked back and took in the great pub we were in .
I must say this pale ale was superb,hoppy,bursting with taste,a crisp,well balanced ale ,so refreshing ,a quality brew in a quality pub.
We both really enjoyed our pale ale's in here before we moved on and as on every other visit to here we had a great time.
York Tap is easy to locate in York Railway Station.
Opening hours are;
Monday to Thursday,open from midday.
Friday & Saturday,open from 11am.
Sunday,open from midday.
A great railway station pub and one I highly recommend you seek out if you're in the railway station or planning to visit York.
Located in York Railway Station in a former tea room dating from 1907 ,this Grade II listed structure looks superb ,housed in a wonderful looking building ,the interior is fantastic,an island style serving bar dominates the main room,pubby decor and furnishings and plenty of seating options spread throughout this pub both inside and outside on the railway platform.
We were here on a Thursday afternoon,after a quick study of their real ale's we both opted to have a pale ale from Farm Brewer Fyne Ale's,these were served in excellent condition,we luckily managed to get a table outside were we just kicked back and took in the great pub we were in .
I must say this pale ale was superb,hoppy,bursting with taste,a crisp,well balanced ale ,so refreshing ,a quality brew in a quality pub.
We both really enjoyed our pale ale's in here before we moved on and as on every other visit to here we had a great time.
York Tap is easy to locate in York Railway Station.
Opening hours are;
Monday to Thursday,open from midday.
Friday & Saturday,open from 11am.
Sunday,open from midday.
A great railway station pub and one I highly recommend you seek out if you're in the railway station or planning to visit York.
Written March 31, 2022
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Pints
London, UK2 contributions
Apr 2022 • Solo
Amazing venue, staff were very friendly and great knowledge of the wide range of beers available. The location is great right in the train station for the perfect start or finish to a day out in York.
The visit was made special by hearing the blond managers excitement talking about beer and the pint she recommended me was perfect.
The visit was made special by hearing the blond managers excitement talking about beer and the pint she recommended me was perfect.
Written May 21, 2022
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Walkerfamily
Darlington, UK147 contributions
Apr 2022 • Friends
Arrived after our journey and headed as usual straight to Tap for a sharpener,have to be honest didn’t look at prices on beer board as we’ve been so many times and everything has always been good.
We honestly fell off our stools when our two pints of Neck Oil arrived which was described as a session beer ,we offered a £10 note and were told £12.60 …. HONESTLY YOU’VE GOT TO BE JOKING £6.30 a pint for a session ale..
Sorry but you’ve just lost all my faith in the Tap to charge that price… if it wholesales and they need to sell it at that price then they shouldn’t stock it… it was a golden light beer and was nice but not at £6.30 it’s criminal
We honestly fell off our stools when our two pints of Neck Oil arrived which was described as a session beer ,we offered a £10 note and were told £12.60 …. HONESTLY YOU’VE GOT TO BE JOKING £6.30 a pint for a session ale..
Sorry but you’ve just lost all my faith in the Tap to charge that price… if it wholesales and they need to sell it at that price then they shouldn’t stock it… it was a golden light beer and was nice but not at £6.30 it’s criminal
Written April 10, 2022
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Connorj
Ripon, UK9 contributions
Feb 2023
Attempted to visit York Tap on Saturday night. The door person was incredibly rude and unnecessarily aggressive. When questioned why he was refusing entry to party of sober members, he got very defensive. Such a shame as I was trying to showcase this lovely bar following the long train journey up but sadly will not be returning.
Written February 13, 2023
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stevegab1965
Bury, UK73 contributions
Jun 2022
We always pop in for a real ale whenever we're waiting for the train home but the Tap has certainly lost its appeal of late.
We visited York in March and 2 choices of real ale's had run out and the staff hadn't replaced the barrel, the staff were rude, unfriendly and aggressive in manner, especially the security staff who were throwing their weight around and scowling at people.
I didn't write a review as I thought fair do's anywhere can have an off day, but last Saturday was exactly the same. All I can say is if you don't like working with the general public then don't, there are plenty of jobs out there and as for security staff, what a set of nasty aggressive animals.
We visited York in March and 2 choices of real ale's had run out and the staff hadn't replaced the barrel, the staff were rude, unfriendly and aggressive in manner, especially the security staff who were throwing their weight around and scowling at people.
I didn't write a review as I thought fair do's anywhere can have an off day, but last Saturday was exactly the same. All I can say is if you don't like working with the general public then don't, there are plenty of jobs out there and as for security staff, what a set of nasty aggressive animals.
Written June 15, 2022
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Luke P
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK141 contributions
Jun 2022 • Friends
What a dreadful place. Hot and humid inside, the slowest service, no mixers on draft available. Overpriced. What I really took exception to was the gents toilets, two urinals overflowing with wee, the single cubicle taped up and out of order. So after visiting the unclean disabled toilet, which had no toilet roll and no hand towels available we left. All the tables covered in empty glasses and only seemed to be two staff working. Probably only survives due to people wanting a quick drink before their train. Awful.
Written June 3, 2022
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Helen G
1 contribution
Dec 2022 • Friends
Horrible experience. I bought a drink for myself and my friend. Payment by card. 15 minutes later the bar staff came over in a very aggressive manner stating I had not paid. I said I had tapped my card and why had she not said at the time. She accused me of leaving without paying ( we were sat down!) She then said we have CCTV to show this. I said I would need to check my bank account. However at this point the bar lady removed the drinks. ( Half drank). I asked to speak with the manager who can over with 2 bouncers ( im a 5 ft female). And asked me to leave. There are several witnesses to this. It was very aggressive and an awful experience to a eve out with a friend.
Written December 4, 2022
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Mike B
2 contributions
Aug 2022
My family and I support the Tapped pubs/ bars throughout Yorkshire. Not any more ! The female employee yesterday at the station was very rude and to be honest , disgusting, as she made me feel like it was my fault that the beer was off. I explained that the beer tasted nothing like it normally does , but she said it was ok. I asked to change it as I only had two sips. It was gross. She said, that’s how it is and if you would like another, I will have to charge you.
Well,I’m done with this joint.
I’ve read in earlier posts, if you don’t like being in customer service then get out. You are a disservice to this company.
We will not be back !
Well,I’m done with this joint.
I’ve read in earlier posts, if you don’t like being in customer service then get out. You are a disservice to this company.
We will not be back !
Written August 2, 2022
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Wallows
Europe / Middle East59 contributions
Oct 2022
As a 60’s + man I’ve drunk enough pints to know what I like, and I’ve been in enough pubs to recognise the good from the not so good, or even the good from the great. This place is great and I’ve been visiting whenever I’ve travelled through York station for the past 15 years or so.
The enjoyment of my most recent visit was significantly raised by the EXCELLENT service by Max, the barman from Australia. He was supremely professional, attentive, friendly and absolutely everything required of a bar man (person) in an establishment like this.
If I was in the hospitality business Max is exactly the calibre of professional I would want running my bar and, within reason, I would pay him whatever he asked because I would be confident that he would drive repeat business.
Either the Tap will keep him or another landlord will!
Let the challenge begin and good luck fella, you deserve it.
The enjoyment of my most recent visit was significantly raised by the EXCELLENT service by Max, the barman from Australia. He was supremely professional, attentive, friendly and absolutely everything required of a bar man (person) in an establishment like this.
If I was in the hospitality business Max is exactly the calibre of professional I would want running my bar and, within reason, I would pay him whatever he asked because I would be confident that he would drive repeat business.
Either the Tap will keep him or another landlord will!
Let the challenge begin and good luck fella, you deserve it.
Written October 11, 2022
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York Tap - 2023 All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
Frequently Asked Questions about York Tap
- York Tap is open:
- Sun - Sun 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Mon - Sat 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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