The Three Tuns Pub in York

12 Coppergate, York YO1 9NR

About This Pub

Ah, The Three Tuns, what a lovely little find in the midst of York! From what I've gathered from the buzz around it, it's one of those pubs that just nails the basics while adding a touch of charm. The food stands out as a real highlight; folks rave about the cheeseburgers and tuna sandwiches that are packed full of flavour, and while the chips might not be the absolute best you've ever had, they're still a solid choice to go with your meal. The atmosphere is spot on too – imagine stepping into a proper old British spot with dimmed lights, wooden beams, and fun decor that gives it that authentic, quirky feel, perfect for unwinding after a day of wandering the city. The team behind the bar are an absolute delight, always chatty and efficient, which really makes you feel welcome. On the flip side, if you're a bit tall, you might have to duck in places because the ceilings can be quite low, so it's worth keeping that in mind to avoid any mishaps. Overall, with its high ratings and glowing reviews, it's a place I'd happily recommend for a relaxed pint or a quick lunch – it's got that warm, community spirit that keeps people coming back, and honestly, it's just a fun spot to share a laugh over a drink.

Pros and Cons

Pros

The food is absolutely spot on – think juicy cheeseburgers and tuna sandwiches packed to the brim, with chips that hit the spot.
It's got that classic British pub vibe with a historic, cosy interior full of old wood and quirky decor that makes you feel right at home.
The staff are super friendly and helpful, always ready with a smile and quick service to make your visit memorable.
They serve up a cracking selection of beers, including lovely cask pints that pair perfectly with the atmosphere.
Tucked away in the heart of York, it's a brilliant spot to pop in for a pint or a bite after exploring the city.

Cons

If you're on the taller side, mind your head – the ceilings can be a bit low in spots, which might make things a tad uncomfortable.
The chips are alright, but they've had better elsewhere, so it might not be the star of the show every time.

Contact Information

12 Coppergate, York YO1 9NR

+441904673097

Pub

Closed today

Opening Hours

Monday	11:00 - 23:30
Tuesday	11:00 - 23:30
Wednesday	11:00 - 00:00
Thursday	11:00 - 00:00
Friday	11:00 - 00:00
Saturday	11:00 - 00:00
Sunday (Today)	12:00 - 23:30

Location

Recent Reviews

This pub was on my to do list in York, but we actually stumbled across it at lunch time & thought we would get a bite to eat as well as a pint. I had the cheeseburger & wife had the tuna sandwich with chips. Cheeseburger was really good & the tuna sandwich was rammed full. The chips were also very good. I had a pint of Rudgate Valkyrie,which I thought was lovely. Really nice old pub with lovely members of staff. Really worth a look if passing .

Ian R

Stopped in for a quick drink and to rest our feet after a long day of touring the city. What a cool, historic and quirky little local pub. I actually thought it would be a tourist trap, but it’s the real deal with locals dropping in. A nice cask pint and friendly service. Definitely worth checking out.

Pete M

Came in for lunch, only had 20 minutes but wanted a good meal. The staff were great as soon as I walked in; the pub itself is gorgeous, old and cosy. My food order arrived very quickly and was absolutely delicious! Thoroughly recommend!!!

Laurence Norrington-Parois

Proper old British pub located close to city center. The building of The Three Tuns is historical and the pub itself is as British as possible. Old wooden interior, fun decor on the walls, dimmed lights, lovely and chatty people and servers and good beer and food. A visit here gives you a good insight into proper British pub culture.

Anders Folke Westlund

Proper old pub full of character, be careful if your tall the ceiling is quite low. Beer was nice.did have a portion of chips paid £4 something for them they were ok but had better. Did see some food coming out of the kitchen & that did look really nice. Staff very friendly and helpful, will definitely be calling back when we next visit york

Steve Partington