Best wine bars in York

Whether you’re a bit of a wine expert or just know you like a good glass of red in a trendy city spot, there’s some beautiful wine bars to explore in the historic streets of York.

Cosy up for a catch up over charcuterie sharing boards and natural wines, this guide has you covered.

Cavo

Situated in York’s Cocoa Works, CAVO is a community cafe, wine bar and small plate eatery. Their wall of wines is curated by local suppliers Field & Fawcett, and there’s plenty to choose from.

If you’re stuck for choice, Cavo’s knowledgeable staff can help you pick the perfect glass to pair with tasty bar snacks and small plates. This spot has a cosy atmosphere and uses the best local produce – perfect for a foodie date night.

Where? The Cocoa Works, Haxby Road, York YO32 9GZ

Pairings

Next we have Pairings, an elegant little wine bar just down the road from Clifford’s Tower. Owned by sister duo Kelly & Kate, this spot has a large array of selected wines, cocktails and Whiskeys to choose from.

The food menu perfectly accompanies their selection of wines, with salty Gordal olives, deli platters of delicious meats and cheeses, and fresh seasonal salads.

This spot is ideal for a small gathering with friends, or intimate date night.

Where? 28 Castlegate, York YO1 9RP

2 Many Wines

Nestled in one of our favourite foodie streets in York, Bishopthorpe Road, 2 Many Wines is a bustling wine bar and tasting room – one of the best wine bars in York. Voted by both locals and tourists.

Pop by for a fresh coffee and ciabatta sandwich in the afternoon, or a crisp glass of wine in the evening. Outside of the busier city centre, you can really savour your glass here.

Occasionally, they have live music nights and tasting experiences too – perfect for a group get-together or celebration. If you’re on the hunt for something a little stronger, they also do a great selection of classic cocktails.

Where? 3 Bishopthorpe Rd, York YO23 1NA

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22 Yards

Next on our list of the best wine bars in York, 22 Yards is a hidden gem with a healthy wine list. Unique to many wine bars, at 22 Yards, you can purchase most of their 75-plus selected wines by the glass.

Owners Adrian and Richard are passionate about all things food and wine, and have quickly made 22 Yards a desirable cosy wine spot in the city centre.

There are tempting snacks, small plates and lunch plates – think fresh oysters, beef tartare and delicious cheeses from Courtyard Dairy.

Where? 21 High Petergate, York YO1 7EN

Howl

Just opposite Pairings Wine Bar, Howl is a tiny bottle shop and wine bar. With a cosy candlelit glow come the evening, this cafe-bar has a friendly, community feel to it.

Howl specialises in low-intervention wines and craft beers, which you can take away and gift to others if you don’t have time to stop by.

Their in-house bottle shop was named in the ‘Top 30’ by the Sunday Times, so you’re bound to find one that catches your eye.

They have a range of delicious, seasonal sharing plates which change regularly too, if you get pekish.  This has to be one of the best wine bars in York.

Where? 7 Castlegate, York YO1 9RN

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