Let's start with the food. The food was fantastic. Great options from what might consider…read moretraditional British pub fare to some vegetarian options. The service was really good. We prefer the pub style service - order at the bar and have the food brought out to you. Loved it. Friendly and fast. Ambiance is the very reason we landed on this place. Every other pub in the area was dead, this one had a lot of life to it (it was a Wednesday night). Finally it was the beer choices I was disappointed in. I came to this pub expecting an Old Speckled Hen, and all they had were English IPAs - I'm tired of the IPA craze. If they would have had some good old English-style options, it would have been a five star review

Great pub to go watch football/sports on the weekends, and the food is really good too…read more For a long time I avoided this pub, thinking it looked a bit too dark, empty & grim. Part of that is because it's quite a large premise, so it never really fills up. This makes is excellent for watching sports as it's neither rowdy or difficult to find a seat with a good view of the multiple screens scattered around.

Distillery in the Hammersmith area of London won our hearts with the gala display of flowers in…read moreboxes around the outdoor patio and clustered in hanging baskets - the colorful flowers in bright contrast to the polished dark wood of a traditional British pub. Step inside and anticipate delightful beers and ales, but wait, there's more! The food is delicious! Steaks are cooked to order perfectly. Our table ordered three mediums and one medium rare - delivered to spec. Another night we arrived with two young grandsons in tow; Tommy was attentive to their requests and prepared giant take-home boxes for later enjoyment. I can vouch for the gnocchi - wonderful texture and taste. Distillery has a corner location with a large patio dining area and two rooms inside, one outfitted with a fireplace, doubtless cozy on a chilly night. Upstairs are facilities and another room for private occasions. Don't miss the wonderful old sinks in the Ladies Room (can't vouch for the Men's).

A pub and a comedy/ music venue in one, This nice pub on the Fulham Palace road is an ideal hangout…read morefor an after work drink, a drink before if you have tickets for the Apollo, a stop off at the weekend or for a night out having a giggle at the comedy night or to listen to the live music that they put on. Upstairs in where the comedy and music is played - This is a funky space with dark wood panelling, oldie worldy flock wallpaper and is comfortable for sitting down and enjoying the acts on that night. I think that the pub puts real effort into this part of the pub and some sort of entertainment is on most nights. Downstairs it has the same quality feel to it with ample sofa's chairs and stools to enjoy a pint or drink and also to get fed if required. There is a good space outside with a pebbled garden which is used in the summer for bbq's. My visit was early evening on a Friday night and appeared popular with the local workers - Doctors from Charing Cross hospital and media types from the business unit across the road. Not a bad little pub that gets busy and has a nice feel about it. Website is not good, so call the pub direct for details of what is on and when

I was due to attend an event nearby but noticed the happy crowd out front of the Old Nick, and…read morethought I should stop in. Good plan. It's a very cool, old pub on a back street yet it attracts a suave, younger (though mixed) crowd who enjoy a pint or wine inside or out front. There was maybe 70 people mingling outside when I stopped by, and the barkeep said it was a slow night. It was a cool Nov. eve, so I'm not sure if that tempered things. See you in the spring! But really, I liked the bones of the place. It's full of historic photos of firemen in London. It's old-school, but not worn out. The staff are nice and the clientele are smiling happy people. I then when over to my event and it was boring and drab. I should have stuck with Old Nick.

If you like chillin with local professional business peeps whilst drinking fine cask ales,…read moreoutside...then this pub is for you. If you like eating proper meat pies with a dash of HP sauce, then this spot is def for you. If you like mingling with the best-dressed Londoners in a non-tourist-friendly pub, then this venue is for you. If you like traditional decor and poignant art to look at as you get tipsy, then the interior ambiance is for thou. Nah, this dope spot is meant for me and my attractive mates. Not you. Its Gospel of Paul, guv.

The Joiners Arms is a variable little pub that sits on Denmark Hill in Camberwell. I can never make…read moreup my mind on this place. I have been there a few times and had the warm cosy feeling one would want from a traditional English pub, but I have also been there and left feeling cold after having a somewhat unrewarding experience. The service can also be quite variable; sometimes warm and friendly, but at times bitter and hostile. The drinks are honestly priced, and there is a good range of beer to choose from; however when I ordered a glass of wine, it came in one of those little bottles one would buy to cook with. Round the back of the bar sits a pool table, which seems to be becoming a thing of the past-- and although I've never really had a dab hand at pool it offers an entertaining anchor on the night. The jukebox is also filled with a good selection of "indie" classics (for example: the talking heads) which is quite rare to find. In short I'm not really too sure what to make of the Joiners Arms, and always feel quite hesitant before entering.

South London Forever :) Love this little pub, the bartenders could not have been friendlier.read more

I thought this bar was A-OK…read more I popped in with Gemma M, just in time for happy hour. We used a tastecard, so it was a total bargain (£11 each for cocktail + pizza + tip!) But even without a tastecard, it would still have been really good value. The staff were really friendly and my pizza was nice (not the best...but I did enjoy it!) I liked the sound of lots of the cocktails, although the one I tried was a little too sweet for me...It wasn't bad, but I couldn't drink two cocktails with that level of sweetness! So...all in all, it is nice to know that the hideaway is here, especially now I've seen Carrie B's review about the outdoor area in the back.

One of Archway's highlights in terms of nightlife! This cosy wee bar is perfect for intimate drinks…read moreand chats, not to mention a good selection of bottled beers (bigger than some bars 2/3 times the size) and great original music. I've seen a few acts play downstairs here and it's the ideal place for it, small, nicely lit and intimate - perfect for great acoustic music plus it was all original (no bad/dodgy pub covers!). If you're in Archway go here, try the music and a new beer. Watch the Duvel though... for a small bottle it's deceptively strong ;)

Worth almost missing your train home for…read more This place is rad. I've been here twice and I'm most certainly a fan -- once to see a friend who lives in London and once by pure, happy accident. The return visit confirmed what a cool place it is: sweet DJ playing a great selection, chilled staff who're quick to serve, a great selection of craft beer and ale, and some pretty funky vintage furniture in the cosy corner. (This is now my "regular" spot, FYI.) Love the weird rabbit/rat picture too. I guess I can't elaborate further, except that if you're getting the last train back to Leeds, you can just about make it with 20 minutes to go, but that involves stampeding your way there. Glad I didn't miss it, and it was worth it for the panic. Now that I think about it, both times I've nearly missed the train home. I kinda think that says something about it, don't you?

I wrote a review of he Slaughtered Lamb not too long ago, and only gave it four stars. How wrong I…read morewas! Granted, this review is more about the music venue that the Lamb runs on in the basement. The Slaughtered Lamb's music venue is just spectacular. It's dimly, yet lambently and comfortably lit. There are many couches and chaises in the little room, but I recommend getting there a bit early to grab a spot at the bar. A friend and I went to see The Title Sequence and Zoey Van Goey. Check them out, they're great. Anyways, about twenty minutes into the show, I counted between forty-five and fifty people in the room. It was such good atmosphere, it was busy and crowded, but it was not at all uncomfortable. Later on, there must have been about one hundred people, but it was not at all oppressive. The room is set up in such a way that the band is not on a stage, but simply play right in front of the patrons. The Lamb is intimate enough that the bands talked and joked with the audience between sets and songs. It may just have been that the two acts I saw were really friendly, but he musicians were milling around, drinking and hanging out with the patrons. It was great. One of my favourite things about the Lamb is that the audience was actually there to listen and enjoy the music, not just drink and be loud. All in all, it was perfect. You should go!

Great Pub for a pint! Cocktails are alright but very…read morerefreshing for a hot day. The service is excellent--bartenders are always friendly and speedy with the drinks. The ambiance is cozy especially in the winter--summer ambiance is okay--garden could be a little bigger but overall the vibes are good and definitely a great place for a relaxing time

One the oldest pubs in London. 1 of the best and coziest pubs I've ever been to. A must when in…read moreLondon. 2nd time around and will make it here on every trip to the UK.

Honestly, this pub was actually rather bland, which sounds a bit rich coming from somebody who is…read morepretty much used to the rather bland, and quite new, pubs in Australia. Then again, being a pub in England where there are quite a few rather old, and rather charming, pubs. Still, it's another one visited, and another marked off my list.

This is a lovely pub with a very nice interior decor and a lovely outside seating area for the…read morewarmer months. The place gets extremely busy in the evenings and especially when there is a big match on the TV. I have eaten here many times (lunchtime menu) and never been dissapointed. The food has always been very tasty and reasonably priced, although they could do with serving it to your table a little quicker. You shouldn't have to drink a whole pint whilst waiting for your pub food. The place is in the centre of town and is therefore very accessible (even from the tube - about 2-3 mins away). The Fig Tree is as good for a good beery night out as it is for good food.