Kings Arms in York: photos, reviews

About

Kings Arms is a lively pub in York, perfect for a casual meet-up with friends. Known for its budget-friendly prices, this spot offers a cozy setting where you can enjoy live performances while sipping on a variety of beers, wines, or spirits. The pub is a hit among tourists, thanks to its welcoming vibe and outdoor seating options. Whether you're dining in or grabbing a quick drink, Kings Arms ensures a relaxed experience without breaking the bank.

Price

$$$$ 1 - 10 GBP

Services

Outdoor seating, Dine-in

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving food

Payment

Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment

Atmosphere

Casual, Cozy

Best for

Meet up with friends

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Clifford Street

Bus stop 94 m walk

Low Ousegate

Bus stop 62 m walk

Tower Street

Bus stop 273 m walk

Clifford's Tower

Bus stop 220 m walk

3.9

based on 1,481 review

Google

3.9/5 1,481 review

Darren Brook

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Amazing food. The pie was fabulous. Historical ,great food and drinks

Richard Stewart

Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Cracking gem of a pub by the river. Typical Samuel Smith’s affair, so no phones policy applies (how dare people go to a pub to talk to each other?!?!). Spartan inside given the nature of regular flooding, but a great atmosphere. Give this one a call if you’re in York for a drink.

Gavin Richards

Service: 3
Atmosphere: 5

I like Sam Smiths pubs for the top quality beer. To me, it's like going to a living museum so I have no problem with the ban on mobile devices. I feel that this rule could be communicated in a far better way however, and even used to help market the brand. As it is now I get the impression that the staff are pressured to agresively enforce the rules (back to the living museum bit). I witnessed a lady being rudely told to get off her phone as she was trying to tell her husband what choice of drinks were on the tap. Some customers will need to pay by phone etc. The rules are there to encourage conversation, not to prevent the patrons from buying the beer so please rethink your strategy and grow up a bit Mr Smith; I don't want to see these pubs close down.