Guide to... Pubs in London
London pubs are replicated in major cities around the world but they will never be able to compete with the best pubs in London. Whether you are looking for a gastro pub for a bite to eat; or a sports pub to watch the biggest sports events at; or looking for a quite local style pub to enjoy a peaceful pint at we have lots of recommendations in our pub guide.
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The Duck & Rice
The Duck+Rice is a Soho pub serving Chinese comfort food. Downstairs is a public bar, fronting onto the bustling...Read more
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The Breakfast Club (D'Arblay Street)
Ahh, good old Soho BC. Small but mighty, this is the cafe where it all began when we opened up on D’Arblay Street in...Read more
Nightlife Pubs D'Arblay Street Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Breakfast Club (D'Arblay Street)
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 6/9/17
Inspected: on 6/9/17
Lots Road Pub & Dining room
Bonds
We are a relaxed, modern bar based in the heart of Mayfair, and we offer the best food and drink service delivered by...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Eating Bars Gastro Pubs Dering Street Explore London Mayfair
Food Hygiene Ratings for Bonds
Hygiene Rating: 4/5
Inspected: on 2/20/14
Inspected: on 2/20/14
Churchill Arms
Dripping in flowers and crammed with Churchill memorabilia, The Churchill Arms is one of London’s most recognisable...Read more
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The Wigmore (at The Ritz)
The Wigmore, a new modern British Tavern is now open. Located on Regent Street, The Wigmore is set to become a new...Read more
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Part of The Langham Hotel
Elephant & Castle Public House
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Experimental Cocktail Club
A great place for great cocktails.Read more
Barley Mow
Records show that an Inn was built on this site in the early 18th century. The current building was adopted as the...Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for Barley Mow
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 8/8/16
Inspected: on 8/8/16
Coach & Horses (Bruton Street)
The Coach and Horses’ beautiful exterior stain glass windows marks this pub as one that is hard to miss. The pub was...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Bruton Street Explore London Mayfair
Food Hygiene Ratings for Coach & Horses (Bruton Street)
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 6/30/16
Inspected: on 6/30/16
Duke Of York
The title has been created a remarkable eleven times, eight as "Duke of York" and three as the double-barrelled "Duke...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Dering Street Eating American Restaurants Burger Restaurants Explore London Mayfair
Food Hygiene Ratings for Duke Of York
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 3/7/11
Inspected: on 3/7/11
Flight Club (Bloomsbury)
…a social experience like no other. We’ve lovingly created beautifully designed venues, serving bespoke cocktails...Read more
Nightlife Bars Pubs New Oxford Street Bloomsbury Oxford Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for Flight Club (Bloomsbury)
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 10/1/18
Inspected: on 10/1/18
Foundation Bar
Welcome to the underground playground in the heart of Covent Garden. Foundation Bar offers the quirkiest cocktails...Read more
Pubs Langley Street Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for Foundation Bar
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 3/24/17
Inspected: on 3/24/17
Goat Tavern
Clarendon House was a town mansion which stood on Piccadilly from the 1660s to the 1680s. It was built for the...Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for Goat Tavern
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 7/25/18
Inspected: on 7/25/18
Golden Lion
The Golden Lion in Chinatown dates back to 1769. The pub has many original features including a carved oak facade and...Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for Golden Lion
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 1/21/13
Inspected: on 1/21/13
Lyceum Tavern
The Lyceum is a decent enough pub, especially given its touristy location, with the usual cheap-but-decent Sam...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Strand Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for Lyceum Tavern
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 11/30/17
Inspected: on 11/30/17
Marlborough Head
It is thought that the pub owes its name to Duke of Marlborough John Churchill. The area of Tyburn was used for...Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for Marlborough Head
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 12/1/15
Inspected: on 12/1/15
Masons Arms
We are a traditional pub in Mayfair. We boast a warm and welcome atmosphere, always providing friendly service.Read more
Nightlife Pubs Maddox Street Explore London Mayfair
Food Hygiene Ratings for Masons Arms
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 1/9/12
Inspected: on 1/9/12
Old Coffee House
A traditional looking pub, with loads of knickknacks hanging from the ceiling and pictures on the wall to impress the...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Beak Street Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for Old Coffee House
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 12/10/12
Inspected: on 12/10/12
Rose & Crown (Old Park Lane)
Our pub was once used as the living quarters for Oliver Cromwell's bodyguards. It was originally named 'The Oliver...Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for Rose & Crown (Old Park Lane)
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 7/25/18
Inspected: on 7/25/18
Round Table
In the 18th century, the neighbourhood of St Martin's Lane, where the Round Table sit, was the resort of ‘horse and...Read more
Nightlife Covent Garden Pubs St Martin's Court Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for Round Table
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 5/12/14
Inspected: on 5/12/14
Shepherds Tavern
The Shepherds Tavern is a handsome feature in the Shepherd Market landscape. Built in 1735 as part of the original...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Hertford Street Explore London Mayfair
Food Hygiene Ratings for Shepherds Tavern
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 5/14/14
Inspected: on 5/14/14
The Argyll Arms
You will find The Argyll Arms in Oxford Circus London within a short stroll of Oxford Circus Tube, Oxford Street and...Read more
Bars Nightlife Pubs Argyll Street Soho Carnaby Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Argyll Arms
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 10/29/13
Inspected: on 10/29/13
The Audley
The Audley was established in 1730 as The Bricklayers Arms and was rebuilt in 1888 on the instructions of the Duke of...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Mount Street Explore London Mayfair
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Audley
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 1/23/18
Inspected: on 1/23/18
The Beer House
Before Charing Cross Station was built, there was a village named Charing. People met there to drink on their...Read more
Nightlife Covent Garden Pubs Charing Cross Station Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Beer House
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 10/12/15
Inspected: on 10/12/15
The Britannia
The Britannia is tucked away just off Kensington High Street, at No. 1 Allen Street, and has been looking after our...Read more
Nightlife Bars Pubs Kensington
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Britannia
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 9/5/18
Inspected: on 9/5/18
The Clarence
Located in the bustle of Piccadilly, a short walk from Green Park tube, The Clarence in Mayfair offers a welcoming...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Dover Street Explore London Mayfair
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Clarence
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 7/7/14
Inspected: on 7/7/14
The Fitzroy Tavern
The Fitzroy Tavern is a public house situated at 16 Charlotte Street in the Fitzrovia district of central London,...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Charlotte Street Fitzrovia
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Fitzroy Tavern
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 8/14/17
Inspected: on 8/14/17
The George
There’s no shortage of great pubs in Soho - but a visit to The George is special. Cross the threshold to a warm...Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for The George
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 7/27/18
Inspected: on 7/27/18
The Goat Tavern
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Food Hygiene Ratings for The Goat Tavern
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 10/30/17
Inspected: on 10/30/17
The Golden Lion
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Food Hygiene Ratings for The Golden Lion
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 10/7/13
Inspected: on 10/7/13
The Green Man (Riding House Street)
Eating Pubs Riding House Street Fitzrovia
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Green Man (Riding House Street)
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 7/16/12
Inspected: on 7/16/12
The Hercules Pillars
The Hercules Pillars is a charming traditional English pub that can be found minutes away from Holborn Station. This...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Covent Garden Queen Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Hercules Pillars
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 6/14/17
Inspected: on 6/14/17
The King's Head
You will find The King's Head in Mayfair London within a short stroll of Piccadilly, Old Bond Street and Green Park...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Stafford Street Explore London Mayfair
Food Hygiene Ratings for The King's Head
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 7/31/14
Inspected: on 7/31/14
The Marquis
The Marquis The Marquis’ history is as colourful as the people who drink here. The name The Marquis is rooted in...Read more
Pubs Chandos Place Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Marquis
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 1/28/15
Inspected: on 1/28/15
The Salisbury
We've been providing the best British pub food and drink to the people of our great cities for over two...Read more
Nightlife Pubs St Martin's Lane Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Salisbury
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 1/9/13
Inspected: on 1/9/13
The Wellington
Our pub dates from 1903 and is well known for featuring an attractive neo-gothic exterior. We retain many lovely...Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for The Wellington
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 7/24/18
Inspected: on 7/24/18
The White Hart
The Old Bailey archives reveal this corner to be the first and oldest licensed premise in London, dating back to...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Drury Lane Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for The White Hart
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 5/17/17
Inspected: on 5/17/17
Ye Grapes
Ye Grapes is a handsome old building set in a corner of Shepherd Market, containing an eccentric collection of olde...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Shepherd Market Explore London Mayfair Eating Thai Restaurants
Food Hygiene Ratings for Ye Grapes
Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Inspected: on 3/12/18
Inspected: on 3/12/18
100 Club
The 100 Club is one of the most celebrated live music venue in Europe and one of the most famous in the world. ...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Fitzrovia Oxford Street Live Music Venues
Food Hygiene Ratings for 100 Club
Hygiene Rating: 4/5
Inspected: on 1/29/14
Inspected: on 1/29/14
Bloomsbury Tavern
One of the most historic pubs in Holborn, The Bloomsbury Tavern was once the ominous final watering hole en route to...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Shaftesbury Avenue Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for Bloomsbury Tavern
Hygiene Rating: 4/5
Inspected: on 5/24/16
Inspected: on 5/24/16
Davy's at St James's
An atmospheric cellar bar, elegant private rooms and the original arches of the Champagne vaults offer endless...Read more
Nightlife Bars Pubs King Street St James's Crown Passage King Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for Davy's at St James's
Hygiene Rating: 4/5
Inspected: on 10/17/17
Inspected: on 10/17/17
Maple Leaf
A Canadian sports bar and grill located in Covent Garden.Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for Maple Leaf
Hygiene Rating: 4/5
Inspected: on 6/16/14
Inspected: on 6/16/14
Punch & Judy
Built in 1787, this listed building and retains much of the original brick and stonework. It's known as being one of...Read more
Pubs Nightlife Henrietta Street Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for Punch & Judy
Hygiene Rating: 4/5
Inspected: on 9/7/17
Inspected: on 9/7/17
Spread Eagle
The Spread Eagle in Marylebone is a traditional London pub set over two floors and found just off Oxford Street. Our...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Woodstock Street Explore London Mayfair
Food Hygiene Ratings for Spread Eagle
Hygiene Rating: 4/5
Inspected: on 6/28/18
Inspected: on 6/28/18
The Phoenix Pub and Dining Room
Reserve a table at Phoenix, London on TripAdvisor: See 87 unbiased ... Pub. 23 Smith Street | Chelsea, London SW3...Read more
Smith Street Kensington & Chelsea Nightlife Pubs Eating Restaurants
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Phoenix Pub and Dining Room
Hygiene Rating: 4/5
Inspected: on 1/24/18
Inspected: on 1/24/18
The Porterhouse
OK, so we might be one of the largest bars in London, but it does not feel that way. The bar is split over three...Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for The Porterhouse
Hygiene Rating: 4/5
Inspected: on 3/10/14
Inspected: on 3/10/14
The Toucan
The Toucan is a cosy little pub in the heart of soho. The bar was set up by Colin Taylor and his business partner to...Read more
Pubs Carlisle Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Toucan
Hygiene Rating: 4/5
Inspected: on 2/14/18
Inspected: on 2/14/18
Princess Louise
The Princess Louise is a famous pub in Holborn, central London, known for its traditional Victorian interior. If...Read more
Nightlife Pubs High Holborn Covent Garden High Holborn
Food Hygiene Ratings for Princess Louise
Hygiene Rating: 3/5
Inspected: on 2/14/17
Inspected: on 2/14/17
Star & Garter
For a cosy night in Soho, head to The Star and Garter on Poland Street. A favourite with post-production workers and...Read more
Pubs Poland Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars
Food Hygiene Ratings for Star & Garter
Hygiene Rating: 3/5
Inspected: on 8/21/12
Inspected: on 8/21/12
The Craft Beer Co.
For The Craft Beer Co., it’s almost fair to say that they started that wave – they formed the idea way out at sea and...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Chinatown High Holborn Covent Garden High Holborn
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Craft Beer Co.
Hygiene Rating: 3/5
Inspected: on 8/2/17
Inspected: on 8/2/17
The Iron Duke
The Iron Duke is a small, friendly pub in Mayfair - right at the heart of London's West End. Something of a hidden...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Avery Row Explore London Mayfair
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Iron Duke
Hygiene Rating: 2/5
Inspected: on 5/14/19
Inspected: on 5/14/19
The Running Horse
Established in 1738, The Running Horse is the oldest public house and kitchen in Mayfair. A collaboration between...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Davies Street Explore London Mayfair
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Running Horse
Hygiene Rating: 2/5
Inspected: on 10/19/18
Inspected: on 10/19/18
The Ship PubTop Pick
A beautifully renovated Grade II listed building moments from the Tower of London, Tower Bridge and Fenchurch Street....Read more
Blue Posts
A small pub with a big heartHidden away off Carnaby Street, we are a Traditional Pub serving Fresh Food with a...Read more
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Castle Public House
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CellarDoor
CellarDoor is an intimate cocktail bar beneath the Aldwych in a space just big enough for cats (both feline and...Read more
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Dalla Terra
A bounty of beautiful bubbles, selected seasonal whites & reds are always available by the glass, alongside...Read more
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Montagu Pyke (Charing Cross Road)
The main part of this pub (fronting onto Charing Cross Road) was built in 1911 by Montagu Pyke as his 16th (and last)...Read more
Old Swan
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Pig & Whistle Public House
Pointer Pub (Teréz körút)
Popular British pub located on one of the main streets of Budapest. Open late on Fridays and Saturdays.Read more
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Portobello House
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Prince Of Wales
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Taittinger Terrace
The Taittinger Terrace is the best kept secret in Covent Garden - overlooking the bustling streets...Read more
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Tamesis Dock
A floating pub on the South Bank of the Thames between Vauxhall and Lambeth Bridge Read more
Tattersalls Tavern
Tattersall Tavern is named after the famous Tattersall's horse market found by Richard Tattersall in 1766. The pub...Read more
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FAQs about Pubs in London
Covent Garden has some great pubs which is no surprise as it is such a great area of London to meet in. Particularly if you like traditional pubs you are spoiled for choice as Covent Garden has some of the oldest and most traditional pubs to be found anywhere in London.
There are lots of pubs that serve Sunday lunch and traditional British pub grub too so if you are looking for a reasonably priced place to eat and drink one of the best gastro pubs in Covent Garden is well worth considering as a destination.
For a list of Covent Garden pubs you can view our Covent Garden pub guide (https://forbidden.london/london-guide/covent-garden/pubs) we have also recently created a blog post about our top picks for the best pubs in Covent Garden (https://forbidden.london/london-blog/best-pubs-covent-garden).
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