Visited on 21/1-2013 on The Jorvik Trail. Cosy, local pub just next to the citywall. Very authentic deco, very nice and clean, lots of small rooms. Worth another visit :-)

A great find, just inside the city walls by Fishergate Bar, one of the mediaeval gateways. The Phoenix has five hand pumps with mainly local beers. I found it really appealing – old but not very old, with a modern feel as if it’s been sympathetically restored, and very friendly service. We sat in the front bar which was cosy, comfortable and welcoming with a nice open fire and candles. There’s also a drinking corridor, a back room with bench tables and a whitewashed outside area. We didn’t eat there but the food looked to be good value, homely fare. (Visited 25 February 2012).