Golden Ball

A classic old boozer full of character with great cask ale. Well worth staying for a few scoops. Such a friendly place to drink at.

The Golden Ball is a traditional Victorian backstreet local. The interior was altered and improved in 1929 it is thought to be the most complete surviving interwar scheme by John Smith's and is grade ll listed. There is a wide variety of beers, lagers, and cider, including five hand pulled cask conditioned real ales. The ones that we sampled on our visit were in excellent condition. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. This lovely cosy multi-room pub has board games and a bar billiards table in the front room. The pub has a nice outside seating area and is dog friendly. A visit is highly recommended.

Came here for an open mic event, with local musicians performing their songs. The atmosphere was amazing, even though the room was tiny and we didn't find a place to sit down. The beers are not the best, but this place is definitely worth visiting for this particular event!

Managed a few day's away from a manic lifestyle and discovered this absolute gem in York, less than two minutes from where I'm staying as well, double bonus! 😁 Superb ales, fantastic bar staff, awesome open mic night on a Monday. Absolutely worth seeking this place out when visiting York I can assure you. 😁 Pubs how they used to be and should remain.

Open mic was great. Mixture of entertainers including poets and violinist. Colin the host from the States was very good. Music area is small but intermate. There are other rooms if you don't want to listen. Good outdoor seating and toilets are outside. Bar staff and patrons all very friendly.

A real good Community Pub,3 or 4 Character rooms and good beer garden,good beer Choice and had great Chat with 2 Local guys who pointed me to the Phoenix.👌🍺

Fantastic local run by locals but welcoming to all. Kept its traditional public house charm. More pubs like this please…all independent, not charmless chains

Great traditional pub with a decent beer selection.

Great little neighborhood pub we found while staying just down the street while visiting from the States! When we come back to York we will definitely stop back in for a pint!