City Tavern

I didnt get food at this fine establishment just yet but I got drinks a plenty and let me tell you good people I had a brilliant time. The decor is very unique and the drinks are equally as unique and the service is very pleasant indeed. It was busy and chairs were sparse but fortunately god gave me legs to stand on so I used them for as long as the beer let me. Would highly recommend 👌 👍.

Since moving away from the town centre to Hexham we don’t frequent this place anywhere near as often as we used to, having been previous regular visitors because of a great atmosphere, good beer and quality food however, having returned today and ordered a Sunday Lunch, it’s fair to say that we won’t be returning anytime soon! The atmosphere and the beer is still worth the visit but I would strongly suggest that you either eat prior to your visit or somewhere afterwards. The wasn’t wasn’t roasted as advertised it was boiled, and boiled to death & grey in colour. There was more fat than beef in all honesty. The gravey was tasteless and like water, the mash potatoes were also a vey weird shade of grey, not very appetising whatsoever. My wife had the chicken and instantly suffered from dehydration as the chicken was dryer that an Egyptian's sandal. Avoid the food at all costs, otherwise still a nice place for a pint and a good atmosphere, but eat there at your own peril!

I’ve visited many times and have always been impressed by the quality of both the food and the drinks. The menu goes well beyond standard pub fare, with carefully prepared dishes and a wide, thoughtfully chosen range of beverages to suit all tastes. Just as importantly, the atmosphere is consistently friendly and welcoming. I’ve often visited with friends and colleagues from different backgrounds, and the staff, an ethnically diverse and highly customer focused team, have always been warm, professional, and inclusive. I have never witnessed anything like the negative claims made elsewhere. Based on my repeated experiences, this is a well run venue that takes pride in excellent hospitality, and I am very happy to recommend it.