Looking to head to the Yorkshire Coast for the summer sun? Then look no further as we’ve hunted down the best watering holes for a few bevvies in England’s oldest seaside town, Scarborough. We are talking proper boozers with real ales, fires and homely grub. So, don’t sleep on our guide to the best pubs in Scarborough to visit.
Scarborough has the charm of a classic seaside holiday. We are talking fish & chips, arcades and sandy beaches where you can lol in a deck chair with the swish of the waves and sounds of seagulls filling the air. But, all that sun and sand is thirsty work, which is why our round-up of places to grab a pint is the perfect remedy.
From pubs located on the seafront to hidden gems further in town that the locals don’t want you to know about we’ve hunted them all out. A trip to Scarborough is a thing of beauty with all the stunning Victorian townhouse stays overlooking the sea and the buzz of excitement from families looking to let off some steam.
Check out our list of the best pubs in Scarborough below:
1. The Merchant Irish Bar
We love an Irish pub here at The Yorkshireman. And, this first pub on the list has all the charm of a classic Irish Bar. Opening over two decades ago, The Merchant Irish Bar is one of the best pubs in Scarborough offering up a lovely pint of Guinness with a side of live music and a whole host of proper criac. With a great atmosphere, it really is a great place for a drink and a night out in the coastal town.
2. The Farrier, Cayton
More of a gastropub, The Farrier is located on the outskirts of Scarborough in the village of Cayton and is an absolutely stunning destination pub well worth heading out of town for. If you’re looking for a beautiful pub to enjoy terrific food such as slow-braised beef brisket or stable cured belly pork washed down with a pint of Landlord – then this is the place for you.
3. The Plough in Scalby
Another example of those destination pubs in Scarborough that are well worth leaving town for. If you’re heading to Scarborough this summer for a holiday. We’d recommend getting booked in at The Plough in Scalby for food and a drink. As soon as you enter, you are greeted with a historic gastropub with all the hallmarks of an old-fashioned boozer. We especially love the seating out front that allows you to watch the world go by.
4. Scholars Bar
When you talk about the best pubs, the ales have got to be great and Scholars Bar is known for winning many accolades over the years with six regular ales plus five rotating guest beers from far and wide. So, if you’re looking for real ale pubs in Scarborough, this is one to start with that’s for sure.
5. Valley Bar
A short walk from South Bay and the town centre, The Valley Bar is a cool spot. A Victorian Villa with a fantastic wrap-around bar, a stunning feature fireplace and other features that make this feel like a proper boozer to enjoy a few choice ales. This Scarborough pub has some great choices offering six rotating guest ales as well as ciders and draft beers. The family-run public house also has food offerings and accommodation.
6. Craft Bar
Craft ale, once only the beer choice of hipsters in big cities, is now in the mainstream and going strong. And, it’s great to see places like Craft Bar popping up. This taproom in Scarborough offers up a fantastic range of craft ales offering a great atmosphere to enjoy a few bevvies. A stone’s throw from Scarborough train station, it’s another pub away from the seafront, offering a sanctuary away from the crowds to chill out with mates, make new ones or enjoy a date night with your partner.
7. Stumble Inn
Another one for those who love a craft ale, The Stumble Inn is an independent micropub, popular with locals and craft beer enthusiasts who know how to sniff out the best hoppy pints in any town. Offering a wide selection of locally and nationally sourced beers, ciders and spirits it’s made quite the name for itself and has worked hard to become one of the best pubs in Scarborough.
8. The Commerical
We stumbled upon The Commercial whilst visiting the bakery across the road and thought it looked like a great British pub. It gave off those vibes that you only get from a great London boozer that has crowds of young professionals spilling out on the streets enjoying an expensive pint. Whilst you may not see similar scenes here, you will be greeted with a family-friendly vibe with plenty of beer, cider and wine recommendations as well as tasty cocktails for those feeling rather fruity.
9. The Old Scalby Mills
Maybe the most picturesque pub in Scarborough, The Old Scalby Mills is a 17th-century watermill converted into an amazing boozer. It’s a great place to sit and watch the world go by whilst supping on a pint. Take in those views over the bay as fat as the castle. Whether it be in sunnier weather with a nice craft ale or in the winter months by the fire with a pint of ale – it’s perfect. It also delivers some decent grub as well making it one of the best pubs in Scarborough
10. North Riding Hotel
You can’t mention Scarborough pubs without mentioning North Riding Brew Pub. Found on the north side of Scarborough, and built in 1the 850s, it has all the hallmarks of a traditional vibrant pub. The classic public house spirit is soaked into these walls. Whether you visit in the summer months or in the winter by the fire there’s plenty to be enjoyed here. And with six handpumps, six keg lines, as well as an array of seven ciders and one perry there’s plenty to go at as well.
So, there you have it. You’ve no excuse not to go out and enjoy your time in Scarborough. With plenty of watering holes for a few bevvies in Scarborough, you are sure to make the most of your visit. We are talking proper boozers with real ales, fires and homely grub. So, don’t sleep on our guide to the best pubs in Scarborough to visit.
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