The Ye Olde Starre Inne is a family-friendly pub with a history spanning across the centuries. First built in 1644, it's believed to be the oldest pub in York and was even used as a hospital and mortuary during the English Civil War. The pub is a ghost hunter'...
If you need an excuse to get together with all your favourite people, we’ve got plenty. Send out the invite, dust off your dance moves, and check out what’s coming up at Ye Olde Starre Inne.
Top-notch amenities to make sure you have a great time. Here’s what you can expect when you visit The Ye Olde Starre Inne:
Disabled Facilities
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Beer Garden
WiFi
Historic Pub
Offers Functions
Fancy a FREEbie?
Yes, you read that right - free food and drink is up for grabs for all you newcomers. Download the Greene King app & register, spin the wheel, and you might land yourself a main, pud or pint. No catch, just pure joy (and maybe some gravy).
Free dessert? Tick. Free pub classic? Oh yes. Free pint? Don’t mind if we do. And hey, even if you don’t win, you’ll still have our app now, so you can skip the queue like the legend you are.
Step in with our seasonal specials menu. Our carefully selected dishes are crafted with quality for a symphony of freshness and flavour in every bite. What are you in the mood for?
The World Cup is BACK and better than ever in 2026! We’re ready and waiting with pints to be poured, big screens at the ready and cheers to rival a stadium crowd.
Great food is at the heart of what we do at the Ye Olde Starre Inne. Maybe it’s the warm welcome you get as soon as you step through the door, or the friendly service that makes you feel right at home.
From iconic classics to bold new pours, there’s a pint with your name on it. Explore our own beers like Flint Eye, Prior Life, Greene King IPA, plus loads more!
Get your fill of traditional pub fare and tuck into a hearty Sunday roast. Cooked to perfection and served with all the classic trimmings, our roasts are a celebration of quality - simple yet spectacular.
Ye Olde Starre Inne is believed to be the oldest licensed premises in the historic city of York. Inside you’ll find a spacious bar area and three separate terraces for those who prefer to dine outside. We’re close by to tourist favourites, including medieval town house Barley Hall, York’s Theatre Royal and historic street The Shambles. To enjoy a warm-spirited pub with plenty of character, book today.
A pub for all
We’re both dog and family-friendly with wheelchair accessibility, and free Wi-Fi.
Delicious food and drink for any occasion
We’re proud to say our menu is packed with Great British pub food classics, including iconic dishes like our hand-battered fish and chips, pie and mash and succulent burgers. Non-gluten dishes as well as vegan and veggie meals are also available. Our drinks include a great range of real ales and an extensive wine list.
Gift Cards
Give the gift of a cold pint on a hot day, a family catch up, the perfect place to watch the winning goal, and even more, with the Greene King gift card.
