Old Grey Mare
York
At a glance
Old Grey Mare is a pub and craft beer venue on Clifton Green, Clifton, York, with a relaxed, welcoming character. The bar focuses on fresh beer served across 18 taps, combining keg and cask lines to offer a changing selection of pale ales, blondes, IPAs, stouts and sour beers. Regular favourites sit alongside seasonal and limited brews, giving the drinks list a sense of variety for both familiar craft beer drinkers and those exploring the style.
Beer is central to the venue, but the drinks list extends beyond the taps. Cocktails, wine, premium spirits and soft drinks provide alternatives for mixed groups and for occasions when beer is not the preferred choice. The setting suits casual drinks, food-led visits and relaxed gatherings, with a friendly pub atmosphere rather than a formal dining-room style.
Food comes from an Asian street food kitchen, with a menu built around punchy flavours and a broad selection of dishes. The offering includes styles such as katsu curry, bao, wings and ramen, with seasonal changes adding variety over time. The food pairs naturally with the broad beer list, while the choice of other drinks makes the venue suitable for groups with different tastes.
Old Grey Mare is family-friendly and dog-friendly, creating an accessible option for informal visits with different age groups. Children are welcome when accompanied by an adult until 8pm, and the venue provides baby changing facilities. Board games and other activities are available, adding to the easygoing feel for family visits. The ground-floor bar has level access, while the entrance has two shallow steps and a removable ramp. A ground-floor toilet includes accessibility features.
Rooms are available above the bar for visitors seeking accommodation in Clifton. They include en-suite bathrooms, Wi-Fi, televisions and facilities for making hot drinks, providing a practical base for exploring York and the surrounding area. With food, varied drinks and a pub setting under one roof, Old Grey Mare works for casual meals, after-work drinks, family occasions, dog-friendly meet-ups and private events.
