Mediocre food spoiled a special evening, but great atmosphere, history and good choice of beers Friendly staff, an amazingly-historical building, great atmosphere and a really good choice of ales. However, the whole thing was completely ruined by mediocre food. The steak was OK (no better), onion rings not crisp, chips slightly chewy (not crisp). Pork belly - dry, chewy, nothing crispy about it and the potato concoction could be likened to some sort of adhesive - also dry. What a shame! Go for the atmosphere and a drink and get a decent meal somewhere else

Fabulous place to take visitors. This pub - claiming to be the oldest in England - is partly set within sandstone caves beneath Nottingham Castle. ie 2 of the seating areas are literally caves. Traditionally it seeves good quality ales, beers and spirits; and also a rempting menu of traditional pub fayre. Plenty of outdoor seating is available. This traditional pub is a regular tourist attraction with coach companies including it within their day trips. Can therefore get rather busy at lunchtimes, particularly in the spring and summer months. Well worth a visit.

Reportedly the U.K.'s oldest surviving pub (built 1189), the quaint facade is built across a series of natural sandstone caves. So, once inside, choose between a brick-built bit or a cave!! Obviously a tourist attraction, the pub also welcomes many locals. The beer is fantastic! There is a super-smooth home-finished ale unique to this pub.

Came here by chance for dinner one evening. We were looking at the Castle and walking around it a bit and stumbled upon this place. It was really cozy inside and nicely kitted out. The food took a while to arrive, but when it did it was a large portion and very tasty. The unique shape of the inside place makes it interesting (especially the upstairs area). Really enjoyed the ambience and food here.. Will be back when next in the area.

This is a great place to stop for a drink and a bite to eat. It's quirky and unique. Be mindful, it is small and gets busy, so be sure to book a table. The food was decent and the staff were friendly. Weirdly, we ordered a starter of chicken wings for our group to share and they came out with the mains...bizarre! So, make sure you specify.

While in Nottingham we decided to visit the historical castle only to find that due to some 'financial issues' that it was closed until further notice (February 2023). We therefore decided to grab a bite to eat at the grade 1 listed public house around the corner. Ye Olde Trip To Jerusalem is a small but welcoming Inn built right into the base of the castle foundations. The staff were very helpful in taking our food and drink order with the food arriving promptly. Early February and the Inn was pleasantly busy but not over crowded. As usual, minus 1 mark for the typically poor standard of UK pub toilets but overall we had a nice meal in a quaint historical dog friendly pub.

The Trip is the best pub I've ever been to. The staff are all very lovely. Especially Harrison he is an excellent bar tender and all round great guy. I've met a variety of interesting characters here who make the place very entertaining.

Bust little pub as its one of those tourist spots. Good selection of ales and beers. Plenty of seating outside, cramped inside as in 1129 there did not prepare for future business on the 2000's !

We only had a quick visit here but glad we stopped by, such a unique and interesting place with a vast history. Built into the rock, the whole place is really interesting. While we didn't eat here, only had drinks, the staff were friendly and the atmosphere was nice. Visited with my kids who also enjoyed the visit.

Another fantastic trip to ye old trip! Stopped in as par of a stag do and thoroughly enjoyed it. Great beer and an amazing atmosphere. Love the history of the place and always friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely be back again.