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Market Tavern, Durham
Durham
DH1 3NJ
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Greene KingReviews (Current Rating Average: 7 of 10) see review guidelines
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John Bonser left this review about Market Tavern
Update – September 2013
This is now branded as a Taylor Walker pub with 6 pumps, including 1 for cider. Beers on included Bullion ( Nottingham ), plus several Wentworth beers, which, I was told, were very much liked by the manager. This is, apparently, the last remaining pub in Durham’s market place.
There’s a rather chainy feel to this pub, but the young staff are welcoming and enthusiastic about real ale. At the very least, it’s worth poking your head round the door to see what’s on.
Original review – September 2008
Traditional Spirit Group pub in the central Market Square with a fine welcoming atmosphere, but with that slightly generic feel that one might expect from a large chain - owned pub.
On the plus side, the pub stocks a good range of real ale - Deuchars IPA, Mordue IPA, black Sheep, Theakstons and Adnams Broadside on my visit. The Mordue IPA - at a surprisingly strong 5.1% OG - was very tasy and is worth looking out for.
Staff were friendly and knowledgeable about the beers on offer, which is certainly not always the case in this type of pub.
I see that its now in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide for 2009.
Food is served at most times and this draws in a wider cross section of customer than most other Durham pubs that I did.
It's probably on the "circuit" , but, yes, avoiding Saturday and Sunday nights, I'd do this one again when next in Durham
On 2nd December 2013
- rating: 7
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Just a quick pint, then I'm off left this review about Market Tavern
Attractive pub, with limited seating in the smallish bar area but more tables - and a welcome fire on a cold day - up the steps at the back. Traditional furniture and decor. Six handpumps including two beers from Maxim - Samson and the 5.5% Reserve Porter (£3.20, less 10% Camra discount). Overall, pretty good for a city-centre chain (Original Pub Company) outlet and well worth a stop.
On 2nd February 2013
- rating: 8
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Best Pubs left this review about Market Tavern
Probably one of the best pubs around, very good real ales, some where that is well worth visiting.
pint quality - outstanding.
friendlyness - very friendly, The sort of pub where people always talk to you which is rare these days.
atmosphere - outstanding.
cleanliness - excellent.
toilets - clean enough.
prices - why worry about prices. when it comes to great beer. But expect to pay £3 upwards.
food - your usual pub menu, meal prices are reasonable,food is ok too.
drink served - a good choice of real ales ,carling,john smithes,guinness,cider,and good range of bottles,sprits & wines.
serving time- very quick.
On 31st October 2011
- rating: 10
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Real Ale Ray left this review about Market Tavern
A good traditional pub and not easily missed situated on the Market Sq. Has a good range of ales and it's always worth a look in to see whats on tap. Ales kept well and has friendly staff and regulars. Great pub for a chat, will call again
On 7th October 2011
- rating: 8
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I L left this review about Market Tavern
Nice town centre wood panelled pub with a good range of ales. Maxim Double Maxim was in good condition. Loads of pump clips stuck around the walls.
On 28th August 2010
- rating: 7
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Old Boots left this review about Market Tavern
One of Durham's fine old pubs, prime site location in the Market Place next to the covered market. Near the green bloke on the green horse. Pleasant panelled interior in the front bar with plenty of vertical drinking space. There is a rear lounge with more but limited seating up a short flight of steps past the bar. A good range of local microbrewery beers, including some from Mordue, on six pulls, all in good condition.
On 23rd November 2009
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ROB Camra left this review about Market Tavern
Nice looking L shaped pub on two levels. High tables with seating at the front and dining tables on the upper level at the back. Sells Theakstons beer as standard but usually has a Mordue and a Houston beer on as guests. It's a pretty decent pub this that has been in and out of the GBG for a few years now. Always call in for at least one whenever I'm in Durham.
On 9th July 2009
- rating: 6
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Blackthorn _ left this review about Market Tavern
Traditional pub right in the market square. Four beers on tap that I'd not come across before, although they may be well known locally. Quite narrow, but opens out a bit in the top bar.
Didn't try the food, but the menu looks ok if you're just after "pub grub" - mostly sandwiches, burgers, jackets and about six main courses.
On 30th June 2009
- rating: 6
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Peter Carr left this review about Market Tavern
Mainly students use this pub, The day I called they only had one real ale on out of four. It was in excellent condition.
On 18th November 2008
- rating: 8
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