Diverse Hangout Bar: Where Drink, Food & Events Fuse in Style
Tucked away in one of York's most vibrant streets, POLYMATH promises an eclectic experience unlike any other.
Explore a daily array of innovative cocktails, mocktails, craft beers and ever-evolving pop-up kitchens, all created to captivate. Hangout and immerse yourself in our distinctive ambiance as live music and weekly events add a touch of energy, ensuring each visit is a memorable experience.
Open For Drinks
12pm till late, Tuesday - Sunday.
Pan Asian Pop-Up by CHOW CHOW
Wednesday & Thursday 5-9pm
Friday & Saturday 12-9pm
Sunday 12-5pm
What We Are About
As POLYMATH bursts into the York scene, you can expect to see an array of different events, all themed around our weekly calendar.
We believe that going to a bar is not just about going for a booze up, it’s about the experiences you share and spending quality time with people in an environment where there’s a variety of drinks, food and activities on offer. That's why every week you can be assured that there will be something going on at POLYMATH!
Our weekly calendar...
Tuesday - Quiz Night & Board Games
Wednesday - Open Mic Night & CHOW CHOW
Thursday - CHOW CHOW & local events. Got an idea? Message us!
Friday - CHOW CHOW, Board Games & DJ from 8pm
Saturday - Hangout, CHOW CHOW & DJ from 8pm
Sunday - CHOW CHOW & Soul Music
What We Serve
At POLYMATH, culinary creativity knows no bounds. That's why we handpick innovative independent chefs to host a rotating lineup of pop-up kitchens throughout the year. Each chef brings their unique flair and expertise to our kitchen, ensuring a fresh and exciting dining experience with every visit. And the first POP-UP kitchen is...
CHOW CHOW
Brought to you by local favourite Döner Summer, a temporary pop-up kitchen featuring Vegan Pan Asian delights under the name "CHOW CHOW".
From 24th April to 12th May, guests can enjoy plates designed to share including gyoza, cherry hoisin mock duck and pancakes, vegan fried Chick'n, spring rolls and smashed cucumber salad. Larger bowls include a carb of your choice loaded with crispy tofu, crispy 'beef' or fried chick'n and fresh veg smothered in housemade sauces including the legendary chow chow sauce a sweet, spicy and slightly salty sauce that ticks all the umami boxes, thai sweet chilli, Cherry hoisin or korean BBQ.
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What We Pour
POLYMATH, inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do. That's why we've gone above and beyond to craft an extensive mocktails and 0% alcohol menu that caters to everyone.
We believe that no one should miss out on the fun, which is why we're proud to be the only bar in York offering a matching alcohol and non-alcohol menu.
Whether you're abstaining from alcohol, designated driver, or simply prefer a refreshing non-alcoholic option, we've got you covered.
From fruity blends to sophisticated concoctions, each mocktail is expertly crafted with the same attention to detail as our cocktails, ensuring that every sip is a delightful experience.
So come on in and explore our diverse selection of mocktails and 0% beverages - because at POLYMATH, there is something for everyone.
