Welcome to The Phoenix, an unspoilt, independently-run, little pub in the historic City of York.

Here you can relax and enjoy a traditional pub atmosphere without the annoyance of gaming machines, televisions, juke boxes or mobile phones.

In the winter you can sit peacefully in the front bar reading a newspaper by the log fire with only the muted conversation of fellow customers and the ticking of the clock to disturb you. In summer you can take advantage of the attractive, paved beer garden, a suntrap looking onto the city walls.

Whenever you choose to visit you will be assured of a friendly welcome.

Opening Hours:

Sunday - Thursday: 12:00 - 23:00

Friday & Saturday: 12:00 - 23:30

 

History

Originally dating back to the late eighteenth century, the current internal character of the Phoenix Inn derives from a late nineteenth century refit - its front arrangement of public bar (originally the 'best smoke room'), side corridor with stand-up lobby, and top-glazed dividing screen, stemming from 1897 designs for John Smith's brewery by Tadcaster architects, Bromet and Thorman.

Adjacent to the Fishergate bar, The Phoenix Inn is the last surviving pub inside the city walls which served the old cattle market, held within Fishergate Bar until 1827. It may have taken its present name from the Phoenix Iron Foundry, which was situated behind Fishergate Postern. In the early part of the nineteenth century the pub was known as the Labour in Vain and later became the Phoenix, taking its name from the Phoenix iron smelting foundary which stood opposite the pub in the mid 1800’s.

The pub was bought by Tim & Val Everton in 2008 and following a year of smpathetic restoration, the pub re-opened in October 2009. 

The Phoenix has become a haven for real ale and live jazz, having won numerous awards over the years for both.

Whether walking the city’s walls or it’s pavements, you can be sure of a warm welcome at the Phoenix Inn.

What's On

The extended rear bar of The Phoenix has a jazz theme with live jazz sessions, usually with free entry.

First and third Sundays of the month: Firebird Quartet Jazz North Ambassador Artist Firebird Quartet deliver enough sophistication for any contemporary jazz audience but with a sense of groove that everyone will enjoy...

Second Sundays: Chris Moore/Georg Rueschemeyer Band Brilliant local pianist/bassplayer team plus guests. Broad repertoire including Monk, MIngus, Wayne Shorter aswell as original compositions.

Fourth and fifth Sundays: Guest jazz bands. Featuring some of the finest upcoming aswell as established musicians in the North of England!

First and third Monday: The Mike Conliffe Quartet: Pianist Mike Conliffe hosts a rotating support of established musicians from around the country. A fantastic residency keeping the audience on the edge of their seats!

Second and fifth Mondays : Croft/Mullen Band Jazz/Soul/Blues with singer Rachel Croft, Karl Mullen and various guest rhythm sections.

Every Wednesday: Jazz House Band plus Open Jam Session Led by James Lancaster. Legendary jam session since 1999! All players welcome! Great atmosphere!

Third Thursday: Bad Saloon Blues Band

Every Friday: Karl Mullen, solo piano.

Boogie woogie, blues, jazz, classical, pop and allsorts! Guest singers and players welcome

 

 

The Phoenix Inn 75 George Street York YO1 9PT 01904 656 401