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A very mixed pub experience. The best known of the central York 'free on entry' music pubs, and some of the bands are excellent. see http://blueflies.fotopic.net/c688647.html and
http://freespirityorkband.fotopic.net/
John Smiths Cask beer is as ordinary as it is anywhere. Since going no smoking (private yard to the side available) the carpet has been renewed and this makes a considerable difference! Very very busy especially at weekends with tourist meals at midday and considerable drifting in and out of numerous people all evening. But a very strong local clientelle, some coming in as three generations of a family.
The baths are a novelty - (and genuine!). Great to think of people enjoying themselves on this spot for 1800 years.
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The "entertainment" is slightly better than the beer. Avoid.
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Stumbled in on locals Karaoke, didn't stay for too long!
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Looks ok outside, interesting view of the roman remains under glass at your feet. I felt very uncomfortable in there, as though I was totally unwanted. Very sinister. I hope it's changed recently
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Went in on a Friday night, had a live covers band which created a good atmosphere. Fairly small pub, looking a bit grotty but good for a swift half!
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The Roman Bath underneath the pub is well worth a good look. Really makes you wonder at the marvel of Roman knowhow. The pub, however, is a different story. Serves John Smith cask ale which is enough for me to steer clear. Good thing is that there are a few better pubs (Last Drop, 3 Cranes, Olde Starre) in easy walking distance.
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A local / tourist based city centre pub. Can have the feeling of a bit of a boozer, but ok in the evenings, and occasionally very good live music.
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Pretty dire interior and relatively unremarkable in all other ways except there was once a hugely muscled man whom literally punched himself across the table and off his chair in a drunken challenge to himself. Can only assume he was some sort of 'jock'.
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Beer - average.
Underground archaeology - top class.
Recommended for - proximity to taxi rank/curry house come going home time.
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Carefull in here on an afternoon, some very dodgy giro abusers frequent the place.
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Nice accommodation on the first floor - and an impressing breakfast (lasts all day). Friendly staff, but don't go here if you are looking for real ale!
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