Keystones, York – 35 Verified Student Reviews 🍻

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Based on 35 user ratings

4 Monkgate, York, YO31 7PE

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01904 656202

The Keystones is situated just outside the city walls of historic York. A quirky and cozy pub situated just outside the city walls. Popular with students and locals alike there's plenty to get stuck into including a retro gaming night every Monday, Live sports throughout the week and a pub quiz every Sunday. There's lots on offer from a selection of local Craft beers and Cask ales, to funky Can Cocktails and down and dirty burgers. Top it off with a huge beer garden with an amazing view of the historic city walls and The Keystones has all your bases covered.

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✅ What Students Love

Vibrant and friendly atmosphere with positive energy.
Great music that keeps the crowd dancing all night.
Spacious layout, never feels overcrowded.
Fun events like retro gaming nights and pub quizzes.
Good selection of drinks and a lovely beer garden.

⚠️ Things to Note

Value for money could be better according to some reviews.
Mixed feelings on cleanliness with a rating of 4.3.
Some students mention queues can vary but are manageable.

🎯 Best For

Students looking for a lively and relaxed night out with friends.

💡 Things to Know

Expect a casual dress code; come as you are.
Queues are manageable, but arriving early is a good idea.
Check out the weekly events for added fun.
The music is lively, perfect for dancing.
Enjoy the beer garden for a chill spot with great views.

❓ Common Questions

What is Keystones like?

Keystones is known for its cozy atmosphere, friendly crowd, and vibrant music, making it a popular choice for students.

How long is the queue?

The queue is generally manageable, and students have noted it’s worth the wait once inside.

Is it good value?

While some reviews mention value could be better, many find the drinks decent and the atmosphere enjoyable.

What music does Keystones play?

Keystones features a lively mix of tunes that keeps the crowd dancing all night.

What events does Keystones host?

They host retro gaming nights, pub quizzes, and show live sports throughout the week.

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Everyone just gets along — really good atmosphere.

By Anonymous Student on Mar 18th 2026

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Always enjoy coming here — consistently good.

By Anonymous Student on Mar 17th 2026

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Never had a bad experience here.

By Anonymous Student on Mar 12th 2026

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Friendly faces and solid tunes — what more do you need?

By Anonymous Student on Mar 10th 2026

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Drinks were good, tunes were better.

By Anonymous Student on Feb 28th 2026

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Plenty of space, never felt overcrowded.

By Anonymous Student on Feb 9th 2026

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Always something fun happening, never disappoints.

By Anonymous Student on Feb 2nd 2026

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Great spot for a relaxed social.

By Anonymous Student on Jan 28th 2026

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Every night here is one to remember.

By Anonymous Student on Jan 23rd 2026

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Such a vibrant and fun vibe every time.

By Anonymous Student on Jan 19th 2026

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The vibe was spot on — relaxed and friendly.

By Anonymous Student on Jan 15th 2026

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Positive energy everywhere you go. ✨

By Anonymous Student on Jan 11th 2026

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Such a nice place to sit and unwind.

By Anonymous Student on Jan 8th 2026

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Honestly one of my favourite spots for a night out.

By Anonymous Student on Jan 3rd 2026

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The perfect way to end the week.

By Anonymous Student on Dec 31st 2025

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Never fails to deliver – always such a good time.

By Anonymous Student on Dec 26th 2025

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Exactly what student nights should feel like.

By Anonymous Student on Dec 21st 2025

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One of those places where the night just flows perfectly.

By Anonymous Student on Dec 17th 2025

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Everyone was smiling — good energy all around.

By Anonymous Student on Dec 12th 2025

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Always full of fun and laughter, love it here.

By Anonymous Student on Dec 6th 2025

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Chilled crowd and good value drinks.

By Anonymous Student on Dec 2nd 2025

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Sound bar staff and good crowd make it a 10/10 night.

By Anonymous Student on Nov 27th 2025

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Music, drinks, and people all spot on.

By Anonymous Student on Nov 23rd 2025

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Great crowd, decent drinks, no drama – just fun.

By Anonymous Student on Nov 17th 2025

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Great night out, music was spot on and the vibe was brilliant.

By Anonymous Student on Nov 9th 2025

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Top place for student nights, highly recommend to others.

By Anonymous Student on Nov 2nd 2025

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Music was class – couldn’t stop dancing all night!

By Anonymous Student on Oct 28th 2025

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Good location, always full of energy and fun people.

By Anonymous Student on Oct 24th 2025

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Great night out, music was spot on and the vibe was brilliant.

By Anonymous Student on Oct 21st 2025

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Lively music and great crowd, spot on for students.

By Anonymous Student on Oct 17th 2025

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Couldn’t stop laughing all night – pure fun from start to finish!

By Anonymous Student on Oct 14th 2025

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Queue wasn’t bad at all, totally worth it once inside.

By Anonymous Student on Oct 11th 2025

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Amazing atmosphere, perfect for unwinding after lectures.

By Anonymous Student on Oct 6th 2025

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Had an amazing time here, will definitely be back again!

By Anonymous Student on Sep 30th 2025

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Queue wasn’t bad at all, totally worth it once inside.

By Anonymous Student on Sep 25th 2025

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Good mix of people and a very welcoming vibe.

By Anonymous Student on Sep 18th 2025