The Old Bank on Lendal (that used to be Varsity) recently went through a complete refurbishment. The pub is modern and comfortable inside, with lots of light thanks to large glass walls at the back of the building.

There is an array of tables – we were lucky enough to bag a spacious booth.  Each booth has its own TV.  Ours was tuned to Sky Sports, but all the TVs are individually controlled so you can watch whatever station you would like.  I think this makes The Old Bank perfect for families with younger children.  (Note that pub with it’s plug socket and USB charging point – perfect for charging tablets and phones!)

 

 

We called in at lunchtime. The pub has a nice relaxed atmosphere and makes a good venue for a reasonably priced lunch or lunchtime pint.

We ordered beer-battered mozzarella and jalapeno sticks with a tomato salsa.

The Old Bank, York - Review
Beer-battered mozzarella and jalapeno sticks with a tomato salsa

and garlic bread topped with cheese:

The Old Bank, York - Review
Garlic Bread Topped with Cheese

Lunch at The Old Bank, York – Review

Then for main courses we chose the Chip Shop Platter (Cod and chips, Served with a battered sausage, chip shop curry sauce, peas or mushy peas and bread and butter)

The Old Bank, York
Chip Shop Platter (Cod and chips, Served with a battered sausage, chip shop curry sauce, peas or mushy peas and bread and butter)

And also the Grilled 10oz Gammon, topped with a fried egg and grilled pineapple and served with chips, half a grilled tomato, peas and beer-battered onion rings.

Grilled 10oz Gammon, topped with a fried egg and grilled pineapple and served with chips,
half a grilled tomato, peas and beer-battered onion rings

They have a burger and drink  deal.  Choose any burger (beef, chicken or soya), choose your size (double, triple or quadruple), and then choose a topper like Reggae Reggae jerk BBQ sauce, American hot buffalo and crispy onion, or classic cheese and bacon.  Then choose a soft or alcoholic drink (from a large list) for less than a tenner!

Downstairs there is lots more space as well as a large beer garden for nice days.

The Old Bank, York - Review The Old Bank, York - Review

The Old Bank on Lendal is a great budget pub lunch in comfortable surroundings in the centre of York.  I understand they also do excellent (and great value) breakfasts!  A bacon butty and a cup of tea for £3.29 – you can’t go wrong!

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