Mexborough has a strong mix of places to eat and drink, from independent cafés and long-standing pubs to lively bars and social venues that come into their own in the evening. Whether you’re planning food, drinks, or a full night out, there’s enough variety in the town to build it your way.
This page highlights some of the venues that shape Mexborough’s food and drink scene, from relaxed daytime spots to places that host live music, events and late nights.
Mexborough’s food offering covers a wide range of tastes, with restaurants and cafés serving both sit-down meals and takeaway favourites.
Spice Library
A relaxed Bangladeshi-Indian restaurant offering traditional dishes in an informal setting. Popular with locals for evening meals, with a bring-your-own-alcohol approach. Take a look at their menu.
Goa Spice
Authentic Goan cuisine with bold flavours and a loyal following, well suited to relaxed dining and group meals. Visit the Goa Spice menu.
Mai Thai
Freshly prepared Thai dishes available for dine-in or takeaway, making it a reliable option for both casual meals and evenings in. Visit the Mai Thai Facebook page.
30 Mexborough Café & Tea Room
A daytime favourite serving home-cooked classics, light lunches and traditional afternoon tea. Visit the café's Facebook page.
Pettits
An established name in the town, offering freshly cooked meals in a historic setting, above the legendary shoe store.
Photograph credit: Goa Spice, Mexborough.
For drinks and atmosphere, Mexborough has a mix of traditional pubs, microbars and larger social spaces that cater to different moods and crowds.
Gorilla Beer Hall
A key part of the town’s modern social scene, combining craft beer, street food and regular live music. It’s also home to its own outdoor festival-style events during the year. Visit their official website.
The Old Market Hall Wetherspoons
A familiar option for affordable drinks and pub food in a central location. Visit their website.
Boy and Barrel
Known for local ales and live music nights, attracting a crowd looking for something a bit more traditional. Visit their Facebook page.
Borders Micro Bar
A smaller, more intimate bar offering a rotating selection of beers and cocktails, with occasional karaoke nights. Check their Facebook page for more information.
Tommy’s Bar
A cosy microbar with a relaxed feel, popular for casual drinks and conversation. Check out their CAMRA page.
The Falcon
A traditional pub setting that regularly hosts karaoke nights and local social events. Check out their Facebook page.
As the evening rolls on, several venues help shape Mexborough’s nightlife.
Empress Ballroom
The historic venue extends Mexborough’s nightlife beyond bars and pubs, hosting tribute acts, comedy shows and live events that keep the town lively into the evening. Check out their Facebook page for What's On and special offers.
Athletic Sports Club
A social hub offering pool, snooker, darts and themed soul nights. Check out their official website.
Corner Pocket
A popular spot for pool tables and sports screens, ideal for relaxed competitive nights out.
Gym Bar
A lively bar serving beers and cocktails, often forming part of a longer night out in the town. Check them out on Facebook.
The Corner Pocket, Mexborough.
Photography credit: Josh Phillips.
One of Mexborough’s strengths is how close everything is. Food spots, pubs, bars and live venues sit within easy walking distance of each other, making it simple to move from dinner to drinks without overplanning.
Whether you’re heading out for a casual bite, a few drinks by the water, or a full evening of food, music and atmosphere, Mexborough’s eating and drinking scene gives you plenty of choice.
If you're travelling to the town to enjoy a night out, then why not check out the amazing Empress Suites hotel, which is situated right in the centre of town. It's an independent hotel that comes with state-of-the-art facilities and luxurious comfort.
