York Art Gallery Garden Bar Sketch Set to open in March

Philip Verele and Maria Rodriguez, creators of York Art Gallery's restaurant, have launched a new venture on the second-floor balcony at the back of the building last summer and are set to return later this month.

The bar, which opens on Saturday, March 22nd, will initially open on weekends from noon to 5pm, then open from Wednesday to Sunday from 12pm to 5pm on Easter.

Maria Rodriguez behind the bar in a sketch from York Art Gallery (Image: @bechudsonsmith) To complement the Gallery's Haaland Miller exhibition, you can overlook the floral installations specially created in the museum's gardens, or the bar will be available for private recruitment for the first time.

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Maria said: “It's very relaxing and expanding our food menu.

“Last year was a positive experience and it's great to be back this year, and we wish you a nice day.

“On March 30th, we're doing a special Mother's Day afternoon tea after 12. It's only reservations and anyone who wants to book can send an email.”

Sketch Afternoon Tea (Image: Supplied) There is a partial roof above the space and is open until September.

A carefully curated wine and cocktail list is available to pair with Love Cheese Cheese at nearby Gillygate and Charcoal Grilled Cheese from Ilkley's Richams.

The bar features a small wine list and cocktails on the drink menu.

You can access it for free from the entrance to the gallery, if you are visiting, or from behind the gallery. The bar has both stairs and lift access from the museum's gardens, and dogs are also welcome.

Please make an appointment by email at maria@sketchyork.co.uk

Maria with one of her signature cocktails (Image: @bechudsonsmith) Maria and Philp first brought their sketches to the gallery in April 2019, offering a newly prepared hot and cold option inspired by Maria's Spanish roots and the love of an Asian chef who grew up in Billmingham.

Maria said:

“We showcase local suppliers and artists and provide a relaxed and diverse space for locals and visitors to enjoy great food and amazing art.”

A bed ready for planting in the museum garden inspired by the new Haaland Miller (Image: Haydn Lewis) The bar has both stairs and lift access from the museum's gardens.

The sketch also features an outdoor seating area in front of the building overlooking the beautiful fountain on the opposite side of the exhibition square and York Theatre Royal, opposite York Minster and Hypetalgate.