*A Cozy Gem in the Heart of York! 🍻** The Old White Swan is an absolute delight! Stepping inside feels like a warm embrace from history, with its charming wooden beams, crackling fireplace, and vintage decor that whispers tales of York’s past. The atmosphere is effortlessly inviting—perfect for a relaxed pint or a hearty meal. The staff here are fantastic—friendly, attentive, and genuinely passionate about making your visit memorable. They recommended a local ale (which was superb!) and ensured our orders arrived promptly. Don’t miss their lovely beer garden—a sunny oasis tucked away from the bustle. It’s easy to see why this pub is a local favorite. Whether you’re a history buff, a foodie, or just craving a cozy spot, The Old White Swan delivers. Great value for money, too! We’ll definitely be back. A must-visit in York—cheers to this timeless gem! 🍴

Perfect. Honestly, The Old White Swan exceeded my expectations in a number of ways. We went for the Sunday roast but I would have loved staying longer than we did. A lovely duo started playing music just as we finished. The food, service and atmosphere were all exceptional. The only bad part was we waited till our last day in York to visit OWS!! I think my favorite thing was the decor and interior atmosphere of the dining room, the bar area and the lovely covered outdoor area which were all nicely done and inviting.

Lera was my mother and I’s server and let me just tell you- she was the cherry on top to our whole experience! I think we struck gold with her because she made sure we were taken care of the entire time. The Chicken burger was amazing, as well as the sticky toffee pudding. Super rich in taste but super worth it. Anyways- give this place a go!

The only award the pie should have at this place is “The Rock Hard Dry Pie Award” My knife only just broke the surface of the crust. Like King Arthur, retrieving Excalibur out of the Stone I too struggled to remove my knife. Eating the pie was something to be done carefully so as not to break any teeth. Not one member of staff came over to ask how our food was. My daughter’s tapas was baked beyond belief too. When someone finally came over to remove the plates did we get asked if the meal was nice. I replied with honesty and told them it’s awful and I was t very happy at all. They just said oh sorry and cleared to table. Do Not Eat in Here. York has many many many more places that offer better food. I certainly won’t be heading back.

Delicious pie with gravy, mash and carrots. Non-alcoholic Guinness. Nice seating outside. Order at the bar. Glad I found this place for dinner.

Amazing, cozy pub to visit after a day of walking and discovering York. I tried 3 different beers, all three were great in their own right. The food was delicious as well.

We absolutely loved hanging out here! Came with a big group of around 20 friends for an early dinner and drinks after a wedding, and the experience couldn’t have been better. The food was great, the selection of beers was impressive, and the atmosphere was just right for a relaxed, celebratory evening. A special shoutout to Alice, who went above and beyond by giving us a fascinating tour of the bar’s heritage and history such a unique and memorable touch! Would highly recommend and definitely plan to return.

The Old White Swan is a cosy traditional pub and one of the oldest in York. There is a wide choice of draught beers, including seven hand pulled cask conditioned real ales. The ones we tried were in excellent condition. There is an outside seating area and a covered courtyard. The staff are very welcoming and the pub is dog friendly.