Valhalla York Reviews Summary

Category: Pub York

Address: 4 Patrick Pool, York, YO1 8BB, United Kingdom

Phone: +441904653999

Rating: 4.7
based on 402 reviews.

Theme and Decor

Pros:

  • "The Viking theme is done topnotch, very atmospheric and not overdone, like a lot of themed pubs."
  • "Beautiful Viking themed bar/Inn situated just off the shambles. Takes you back in time with the furnishings and atmosphere."
  • "This is a great Viking themed pub in the heart of York itself."
  • "Love this place. Even if you aren't bothered about the York's Viking history, this place has good beer and mead, and a good atmosphere."
  • "The whole place is in keeping with the theme, from the walls and floors to the fireplaces and chairs."

Cons:

  • "I was hoping for more Viking-inspired decor to enhance the theme."
  • "The decor is a bit too dark and makes the place feel smaller than it is."
  • "While the Viking theme is unique, it feels a bit gimmicky at times."

Food Quality

Pros:

  • "The food we had was excellent, fresh and very tasty."
  • "Also serves great platters and tapas, make you feel like a viking!"
  • "The food looked amazing and was presented on huge chopping boards with handles to carry them."
  • "Really cool building and decor. The chips were delicious, I wish they had a larger size option."
  • "The Odin platter for 2. It was delicious. Could have done with a couple more slices of bread though."

Cons:

  • "I was expecting big platters of food & meat, however, the platter that came, was barely big enough for one, never mind two people."
  • "The servings were small for the £ you pay."
  • "The glass glasses felt out of place and took away from the authenticity."

Staff and Service

Pros:

  • "Bar staff friendly and the drinks were really nice."
  • "Fab service and communication throughout."
  • "The staff were helpful and pleasant."
  • "The staff were all very good and friendly."
  • "The staff were very happy to supply a water bowl for your pooch to enjoy!"

Cons:

  • "The bar staff definitely bring down the experience."
  • "I was spoken to like an idiot for not realizing the name of the mead on the menu was in fact the brand name."
  • "The barman made me feel like I was an inconvenience to him, which dampened our time here."

Atmosphere and Music

Pros:

  • "Music spot on."
  • "The music was great too, a good selection of Hard Rock and Heavy Metal."
  • "Loved this pub, it is such a vibe, the decor and music was so cool!"
  • "The music is 80s rock which also adds to the atmosphere, nothing too heavy."
  • "It's great sitting here listening to rock music they have a large viking table on the top floor."

Cons:

  • "The music was also pop, not rock, which again, not the mood I was expecting."
  • "The atmosphere was a bit flat and the music choice could have been better."
  • "The place felt a bit lifeless when we went, and the music was just okay."

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