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Katie O'Briens, York
York
YO1 9QL
Reviews (Current Rating Average: 4½ of 10) see review guidelines
Old Boots left this review about Katie O'Briens
Down a snickleway to the side of the City Screen in a modern brick building the entrance is towards the riverside terrace. Not hugely different to the others in the chain, a lot of big Guinness harp fonts on the long counter on the right intermingled with T-bars of Heinekin products, I believe they own the chain and the beer range is reminiscent of bars in the Republic. Lots of tiles around the counter and bar back, green of course, supplemented by old casks as tables and loads of old enamel advertising signs. The interior is either older than the outside or some nice architectural features have been brought in. Banquette seating along the edges with stools at casks through the middle. I didn’t check the upper mezzanine (closed) or riverside terrace - too wet! There’s a stage at one end, a few screens and piped music; only some of it Irish. The toilets, full of Guinness tat are in the basement reached down a staircase decorated with Guinness tat. I quite like their places but I wish they sold Beamish instead of Murpheys or bloody Guinness.
On 13th May 2026
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Graham Coombs left this review about Pitcher & Piano
Having to fight past the girly groups did nothing to dispel preconceptions, but actually it is a reasonably pleasant medium-sized modern bar overlooking the river, but with traces of old warehouse at the back. The large area of decking outside is undoubtedly popular in nice weather. Just overpriced Neck Oil lurking in the usual euro rubbish on the taps.
On 12th October 2024
- rating: 5
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hondo . left this review about Pitcher and Piano
Riverside location with a terrace area. 2 real ales and food served.
On 6th September 2014
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Just a quick pint, then I'm off left this review about Pitcher and Piano
The entrance and bar area are modern, but the rear part of the building is a conversion of something rather older. Typical corporate feel to the furniture and decor. Also has some further space upstairs (not visited as closed off). However, the main point of interest is the open terrace overlooking the River Ouse and providing some fine views. Hobgoblin available from one of the two handpumps.
On 8th September 2012
- rating: 4
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