Address:
47 Micklegate, York YO1 6LJ

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Telephone:
01904 644102

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Opening Times:
Monday: 17:00–02:00
Tuesday: 17:00–02:00
Wednesday: 17:00–02:00
Thursday: 17:00–02:00
Friday: 12:00–02:00
Saturday: 12:00–02:00
Sunday: 12:00–02:00

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Description:
The Artful Dodger is an independent rock and alternative bar on Micklegate, serving local beers, ciders, spirits, cocktails and late-night York character until 02:00 every day. With music, sports screens, comedy, events and an upstairs function room for parties, weddings and private hire, it is a proper city-centre spot for anyone who prefers their night out with a bit more volume and personality.

 

Good for:
Rock music · Alternative nights · Local beers · Cask ale · Cocktails · Comedy nights · Live music · Private parties · Late-night drinks · Dog-friendly visits

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Nearby:
Micklegate · York Station · York City Walls · River Ouse · Museum Gardens · York Minster · The Shambles · Stonegate

 

Make a Day of It:
Start with a wander along Micklegate, the city walls or down towards the River Ouse, then head to The Artful Dodger for drinks, music and a late-night York session. It is also close enough to York Station to make “one before the train” sound sensible, even when everyone knows that is how trouble starts.

 

The Tidy Take:
The Artful Dodger is York’s rock bar with real independent bite. Local beer, loud tunes, late hours and a proper alternative feel make it a brilliant change from the usual polished city-centre drinking spots. Great for music fans, groups and anyone who thinks bars should have a bit of grit behind the glass.