Tabanco By Ambiente

Tabanco by Ambiente brings a little Southern Spain to Walmgate in York, built around the idea of an informal tapas and sherry bar where dogs are welcome inside. The whole place leans warm, sociable and unfussy, with hot and cold tapas, Spanish drinks and several dining areas that give it a more textured feel than a standard restaurant.

The courtyard adds another layer on sunny days, making it the sort of spot that feels lively without tipping into full-throttle chaos. You can drop in for a quick nibble or settle in for a longer meal, with enough flexibility to suit the mood and the paws in tow.

It's a practical choice when you want proper Spanish small plates without the pavement-waiting shuffle, and the mix of indoor and outdoor space means there's usually somewhere comfortable to land with a lead looped round a chair leg.