The Best Pubs
in
Carlisle

Tucked away in a charming village, the Royal Oak Scotby is a true gem offering hearty, traditional pub food made with local and seasonal produce. With a welcoming, dog-friendly outdoor seating area and a fabulous selection of beers and wines, it’s the perfect spot for groups to gather. The generous portions and beautifully cooked classics keep guests coming back for more, while the lively quiz nights add to the fun. Affordable, friendly, and full of character, this is a village local that truly delivers.

Nestled in a lively corner, The Milbourne Arms is a true local treasure where the plates are piled high with glorious, home cooked food. This dog friendly haven welcomes groups with open arms, offering a brilliant selection of real ales, wines, and live entertainment that keeps the energy buzzing. Whether you are catching the big match or settling in for a quiet pint, the stylish yet relaxed setting makes every visit feel special. A CAMRA award winner, this pub serves up unforgettable Sunday dinners and a warm welcome that will have you planning your return before you leave.

Step into the Beehive, a welcoming local where the drinks flow freely with a cracking selection of beer, wine, and cocktails. This dog friendly spot is a haven for groups, offering a lively beer garden and live music alongside all the top sporting action on big screens. With a fantastic menu of classic pub food at great prices, from hearty burgers to proper Sunday roasts, it is the perfect place to gather with friends and four legged pals alike.

Head to the Coach & Horses for a cracking pub experience where the food is freshly made, generously portioned, and absolutely delicious. This family run local boasts a beautiful beer garden perfect for sunny afternoons, a fantastic selection of premium beers and wines, and a warm welcome for both groups and four legged friends. With big screens for watching the match and a cosy, homely vibe, it is the ideal spot for a hearty meal or a relaxed pint without breaking the bank.

For a proper slice of local life, the Crown & Thistle Inn is an absolute cracker, serving up great beer, fine wine, and the kind of warm, welcoming banter that makes you feel like a regular from the moment you walk in. This dog-friendly spot is a haven for groups, with outdoor seating for sunny days, live music to keep things lively, and all the major sporting events on the screens. It is the perfect place to gather with mates, enjoy a few pints, and soak up the genuine, character-filled crack that makes this pub truly special.

If cask ale is your thing, a visit to this historic gem in the heart of the city is an absolute must. With a legendary reputation for perfectly kept real ales, including a local favourite and rotating guest brews, it’s a paradise for beer lovers that has earned multiple CAMRA awards. The dog-friendly courtyard is the perfect spot for groups to relax with a glass of wine or a pint, all at prices that won’t break the bank.

Tucked away on a quiet street, the Howard Arms is a wonderfully quirky local that perfectly blends old-school charm with modern comforts. With four hand pumps serving proper cask ales, a full range of wines and cocktails, and fantastic home-cooked food from Wednesday to Sunday, there’s something for everyone. The beer garden is a treat, the upstairs sports room has pool and darts, and the whole place is dog-friendly and welcoming to groups—all at prices that leave you smiling.

Harraby Pub and Kitchen is the ultimate local for catching the big match, with big screens covering all the top action and a proper buzz every time. The menu is packed with hearty, well cooked classics like fish and chips and steak and ale pie, all at prices that feel like a steal. With a welcoming beer garden, live music, and a friendly vibe that welcomes dogs and groups alike, this is the perfect spot to settle in for great value food, cold drinks, and good times.

The Crown Inn is a cracking spot for a pint, with a fantastic selection of real ales, craft beers, fine wines, and even cocktails to suit every taste. This welcoming, dog friendly pub is brilliant for groups, offering outdoor seating, lively live music, and big screens showing all the top sporting action. The menu features fresh, sociable bowls and boards perfect for sharing, alongside a proper Sunday roast that keeps locals coming back. A truly warm and inviting local where the drinks are flowing and the welcome is genuine.

The Near Boot is a cracking local where the welcome is as warm as the perfectly cooked Sunday carvery, and the staff go above and beyond to make every guest feel right at home. This dog friendly spot serves up a fantastic range of beer, wine, and cocktails, with outdoor seating perfect for groups to gather and enjoy a proper meal. The food is simply excellent, from the legendary Sunday lunch to the perfectly done breaded fish and chips, all delivered with a friendly smile and generous portions that might just need a doggy bag.