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The Sailmakers Arms

BarsHull

4.4 out of 5 stars4.4(1,234 reviews)

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Quick info

+44 148 222 74 37
159 High St, Hull HU1 1NQ, United Kingdom
£10–20

About The Sailmakers Arms

On High St in Hull's Old Town, The Sailmakers Arms is a brick-lined pub that serves Pieminister pies as its main food. The steak and ale "Moo" pie comes with a choice of chips, mushy peas, mash or fries and gravy, and a venison pie is served with dauphinois potatoes. For bigger tables, a pie buffet is on offer. The bar keeps a wide range of beers and ales on tap, from real ales to Murphy's and Heineken 0%. The room inside is small, and dogs are welcome, so owners can bring them along for a pie and a pint. A loft room is available for events such as a wedding reception.

Good to know

  • Reservations
    Accepts reservations
  • Parking
    Paid parking lot · Paid street parking · Parking
  • Accessibility
    Wheelchair: entrance, restroom

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Reviews

4.4/5
1,234 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention pieminster pies, steak and ale pie, real ales on tap and outdoor beer garden.

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Customer Review Summary

Pieminister pies are the main draw, with reviewers naming the steak and ale pie with chips and minted mushy peas, a chicken, ham and leek pie with mashed potato and gravy, and a home made venison pie with dauphinois potatoes. Fresh chips get a separate mention, and one wedding party called the pie buffet a big hit. Close behind is the drinks range, with diners pointing to real ales, plenty on tap and Heineken 0% on draught. Staff and the landlord are described as friendly, with the bar team knowledgeable about beer, and the outdoor area with heaters and the courtyard also earn praise, along with the pub dog. The recurring caveat is space: the pub is small, can get busy and a little rowdy, and one reviewer advises reserving a table. A couple find the pies a bit pricey, one says not to expect fast food, and another was told food was not served before 16:00 but the order was still taken. One group reported clean plates all round.

Featured reviews

  • Shelley
    “Had a wonderful lunch yesterday for the first time here and the venison pie dauphinois potatoes and mushy peas were delicious all home made. The staff were lovely and the atmosphere was friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be back! Don’t expect fast food but you will get wonderful food made with care and excellence”
  • Wayne Cochran
    “Fantastic place to go. Food is amazing. Plenty of different drinks to choose from to including real ales. Staff are very friendly. Will definitely call here agin when I’m in the area.”
  • Kevin Jones
    “Fabulous Bar Staff, friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about the range of beer and how a beer should look. Had Father's Day lunch from the Piemasters menu. All plates arrived together and we're devoured enthusiastically. Highly recommendable. Definitely returning.”
  • Fay Blackmore
    “Absolutely incredible! Pub staff were amazing and I met Toby, the pub dog who was so adorable. Food was amazing and it had a great courtyard. I was visiting from Leeds and I felt so welcome here genuinely one of the best pubs I've ever been to”
  • Liz
    “We used the loft room for our wedding reception and the atmosphere was lovely. We had around 45 guests which was perfect. We were able to have just enough space between tables and a good size dance floor. All of the staff were very lovely and helpful. The pie buffet was a big hit with the guests. Communication has been great from the start and I’m really glad I chose this venue for my wedding reception . Would definitely recommend.”

Hours

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Highlights

“Old-school, brick-lined hangout with everyday pub grub & a full bar, plus a courtyard beer garden.”

  • Great beer selection
  • Great wine list
  • Live performances
  • Popular for solo dining

Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Paid parking lot
  • Accepts reservations
  • Outdoor seating
  • Dogs allowed
  • Dine-in
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  • Food at bar
  • Cozy
  • Onsite services
  • Beer
  • Food
  • Live performances
Offerings· 4
  • Alcohol
  • Cocktails
  • Hard liquor
  • Wine
Dining options· 1
  • Seating
Accessibility· 1
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
Highlights· 2
  • Great beer selection
  • Great wine list
Popular for· 1
  • Solo dining
Crowd· 2
  • Groups
  • Tourists
Facilities· 1
  • Restroom
Atmosphere· 2
  • Casual
  • Trendy
Parking· 2
  • Paid street parking
  • Parking

Location

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