My first night in London and I had to find a real London pub to have dinner. It was a Sunday night and little did I know that on Sunday it is tradition to have the roast. No matter how many times I asked about fish and chips my waitress kept insisting I have the roast. I am so glad I listened to her because it was incredible! Everything on that plate was amazing. When you enter the front door it is hard not to feel as if you've traveled back in time. The pub has two stories and while the lower floor is more for drinking, the upper level seem to be for dinner. I would highly recommend dirty dicks. I can't believe I just put that in a review. read more

Old and comfortable pub. We ate I n the 2nd floor dining room, watching the rush hour foot traffic below. Steak and ale pie was excellent, English beer was good and the service was great. aa read more

Love this place!!! Dirty Dicks took girls night to the next level!!!! The atmosphere and music were a perfect way to get the party started and Charlotte and Abby behind the bar are absolute angels read more

I didn't eat here but went to the pub solo after a Jack the Ripper tour and had so much fun talking to random strangers. Everyone was really nice. A lot of after work groups. read more

200 year old pub at across the street from Liverpool Station. Fun place, nice bartenders. The Steak Pies were excellent! Don't let the 'dive bar' look fool you. read more

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friendly people, fantastic service. 10/10! will definitely come back to set the girls night off right.

Deciding to discover London on your own means one thing, you have no one to tell you what to do, where to go, and when to do it. Being so, out of all the pubs in London, I chose Dirty Dicks to be my first pub experience. You always remember your first. This was right around where I was staying, so it was actually really convenient. I didn't have to worry about the travel back to my room and if I wanted I could get some food (which I did not). I must of hit this place at the right time, because there were many nights where I would walk by and it would be loaded with people, but not the night I went. I was able to walk in and find a table. I sat down, looked over the list of beverages and made my way to the bar to order a pint. I chose a London Pale Ale. Not too heavy for me, but just enough kick to hit me. When I went to go back to the table I was at, it was taken, bullocks. So I decided to stand at the post that had a shelf around it. I sipped my beer and took in the surroundings. To me it felt like an old time space. Maybe this is what a pub was to look like in olden times, dim lit, nooks and crannies with tables; or maybe the beer was hitting me hard. I started to get a buzz early. I made my way back to the bar to get myself another pint after I finished my first. Between pints the place started to fill up with other patrons and while I was standing at the bar a lively bunch came in. The bartender came over to where I was now joined by this lively group and was about to take their order. But they said for me to go first and I was much obliged. I thanked them and had myself another. I can safely say that two were enough for me that night. After finishing off the second I made my way around the block back to my room and had myself a nice night's sleep. Oh, yeah, I also got a chuckle out of the name of this place like many other's did. One of a kind place to have found. read more

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One of the gems in the city. The food is delicious, the atmosphere is welcoming and staff are friendly. The chicken pot pie is a must to try. Hearty and savory. Overall a great place to sit down and enjoy a pint with some great food. read more

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We stopped here for a Sunday lunch on a cold and snowy weekend in January. The restaurant upstairs is very nicely decorated and feels welcoming and cosy. Service is friendly and efficient. Now onto the food! The Sunday lunch is genuinely very good. I had the pork belly and it was cooked perfectly, was flavourful and was just the right portion size. Price wise, it's slightly pricier than I'm used to, although this is probably just London prices and still good value. read more

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Have to say a really decent all rounder! The bar staff are all really friendly and efficient which means you never have to wait long for your drinks to be served. The food was served quickly and the prices are very decent considering the location. The standard was good too. There is a follow up with a waiter to make sure all is okay, which for such a busy place that is equally as stand up and drink or sit and eat is quite unusual. The toilets were keep clean and tidy throughout a Saturday evening, which is no mean feat in a central London pub with this much footfall. It's narrow and long, and has nooks and crannies but all in all, always happy to stop in here for a couple of drinks or eat sausage and mash or the fish and chips! read more

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My buddy and I stopped here to kill some time. We had a pint and I being an American, had a cheap laugh at the name. We ordered our drinks at the wooden bar, but ended up enjoying them outside on the corner, as it was just so hot and humid inside. Great old pub with friendly bartenders. Perfect for a pint or two or three with friends. read more

So you are faced with a seven hour layover at the Liverpool Street train station, and it is your first time ever in London (or overseas, for that matter). What should be the first thing done? Find the closest pub, of course! We found this place by walking out of the train station, looking straight ahead, and crossing the street. It is that convienent. They were gearing up for their 250 year anniversary when we got there. Let that sink in for a moment, 250 years! The United States as a country isn't even that old! It blew my mind. So they had a 250 year celebatory ale they had specially brewed, and that is what we drank during our time here. They probably had at least 10 beers of tap, making for a good selection, in addition to a fully stocked bar of liquor. To go along with our delicious pub beers, we also decided to try out their food menu. I only went for the soup, knowing I had a full meal to look forward to in a couple of hours. I want to say it was a tomato bisque, which was enjoyable and had subtle differences than what I am used to in the states. Naturally, my lady ordered the fish and chips (we were in a English pub, after all) and her father had a burger. Both were satisfied with their food, and there was actually a small amount of leftovers that we wrapped up and took on the train. read more

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Cool bar. Classic Pub. Legendary pub of Bishopsgate. Plenty of beer choices and pub food.

My parents and I often went to Dirty Dicks, after a Sunday stroll, for a quiet drink. It has lost its character now but this is the history. Dirty Dick's was established in 1745 and is steeped in history; it is thought that its namesake was Dicken's inspiration for Miss Haversham. Ironmonger Nathaniel Bentley owned his shop in Leadenhall Street, Bishops Gate. On the eve of his wedding, tragedy struck and his bride to be died. He was so distraught that he locked up the room in which he had prepared the wedding feast, never to enter it again. A broken man, he neither washed or changed his clothes and he had been a dandy. When his cats died he just left them where they fell. The English love an eccentric and his notoriety meant his business flourished. When Nathaniel retired in 1804, the landlord of the Old Port Wine Shop in Bishopsgate bought the contents lock, stock and dead cats where he put them on display at 'Dirty Dick's'. The pub that perpetuates the name and legend was described thus in 1866: A small public house or rather a tap of a wholesale wine and spirit business...a warehouse or barn without floorboards; a low ceiling, with cobwebs festoons dangling from the black rafters; a pewter, bar battered and dirty, floating with beer, numberless gas pipes tied anyhow along the struts and posts to conduct the spirits from the barrels to the taps; sample phials and labelled bottles of wine and spirits on shelves- everything covered with virgin dust and cobwebs. In 1870 the pub was rebuilt from ground level, the wine vaults are part of the original building. The 'dirty' contents were carefully relocated in the new pub. Sadly it was decided in the mid nineteen-eighties that a clean up was in order and the dirty artefacts were cleared away. For years it kept the cobwebs, dead cats and other disgusting things in the cellar bar, but these have now been tidied into a glass display case.spoilt the fun really. Young's cask ales as well as Wells Bombardier and a selection of lagers and speciality beers plus extensive wine list. read more

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Whenever I say the name of this pub I feel the need to do it in song using the tune of Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap by AC/DC. But, other than the entertaining name this pub isn't much different from most other pubs. A decent selection of beers in a convenient location, that is usually full of people in the evenings having an after work pint. read more

This is a fantastic old pub named after the ironmonger that had a shop in Leadenhall. The feast was laid out in his shop in preparation for the wedding the next day, but his intended died that night. Richard the ironmonger never got over it and from then on, he never washed, nor cleaned nor dusted again. His only real friends were the cats that kept him company and when they eventually died, he left them where they lay. People would come from miles around to see and smell the old eccentric and when he died the owners of the wine hall on Bishopsgate bought the contents of his shop and renamed the place Dirty Dick's after the nickname of the then quite famous man and kept up the tradition of not cleaning, nor dusting, nor moving the dried out cat corpses from the shelves where they were first put down. Until some health and safety busybody went and ruined it some time in the 1970s. The dead cats are still there if you venture down into the vaulted cellars and look into the glass cabinets, but now the place is spic and span in a very old characterful pub kind of way. It's a Youngs house with the usual beers, very busy on the ground floor, generally much quieter upstairs and a good place to meet up after work only being a stones throw from Liverpool Street station. It's one of the better pubs in the area, if not the best, but you can nearly allways get a seat upstairs and it is reliable and I recommend it. I am actually shocked that I haven't previously Yelped it as I've been coming here for years, or maybe my old review has been archived off somewhere. read more

I visited this pub on recommendation of a friend in Peterborough and I was NOT disappointed! One of the coolest pubs I've visited in London, and it's called DIRTY DICKS (SNICKER SNICKER, not to be confused with Dick's Cabaret in Phoenix. However "Dirty Dicks" if opened in Phoenix could be the "Band Aids" to Dick's Cabaret's "Hi-Liter".......I know that only two people in Phoenix will get what this means but what the hell?) Very cool traditional pub decor with a lot of good-natured young to middle-aged suits popping in for a pint or two (or three or four) and a good time after work. I was the unassuming American just popping in for a Bombardier or two (or five) and I had a great time chatting with the locals who were very friendly. I would have stayed all night had I not had scenester places to hit in Leicester Square on my last night in London I wish I had a pub like this in Phoenix. If you go to Dirty Dicks and DON'T have a good time you, my friend have something wrong with you. I think I will live here next time I'm in London! read more

At least I can cross "grab a drink at a traditional english pub" off my list of things to do. This pub off bishop's gate is quite legitimate. The original (I asked) interior is reminiscent of old britain, with dark wood beams and aged barrels. They do serve more than beer; in fact, their wine list is extensive and they have many types of liquor. It was much cleaner than the name suggests, but it still lacked gender diversity. Before you go (to any pub), check out this guide to pub etiquette: http://www.sirc.org/publik/pub.html. read more

As a student many years ago (OK decades ago) this was one of our haunts. I was surprised how much it had changed. Gone were the cobwebs and filth on the floor now it was a drinking hole for the overpaid bankers (careful, Norm, with your spelling). Shame that happened but pubs these days must take the clientèle offered to keep afloat. However, great ales and good service. read more

Great pub. Always great beers. I go here some Fridays with the lads. Can be a little full of city types, but that dies off by about 9-ish. Not ever eaten there, but looks tasty on other peoples plates. read more

This is a great place for a quick pint if you are in the area and can't find another pub. On a Friday night, this place is packed full of businessmen, tourists and random drunk teens out for a good time. The crowd is a bit mixed and I'm not quite sure if this is more pub or more of a club with lights on. It can get a bit pushy as people try to get to the bar, which is inconveniently located at a tiny narrow strip at the back. Unfortunately, besides a quirky name, the bar doesn't have any other cool features about it. read more

The best thing about Dirty Dicks is its location. If you're meeting a friend out of Liverpool St Station then Dirty Dicks makes a very easy place to stop off for a drink and a catch up before heading somewhere else. Although the pub itself is quite nice and the old witchy rumours add a bit of character, the clientele swings towards suits and bankers. The first time I went to Dirty Dicks my friend's and I suffered an office party going on at the table next to us. Although the bar maid was very nice her focus was clearly split between serving drinks and trying to stop this group from standing on the chairs. It does not a fun night make to see a grown woman perform a striptease to Christina's classic 'Dirrty'. Grim! read more

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I had to come here as my father back in his youth when he worked in the city, this was his local, so working across the road from it for a few days I just couldn't, not go in. And I can see why it can be a favored local. I love the look of the place, ye older exposed beams, wooden floor worn smooth by years of trade, lots of nooks n crannies to sit and hide away in. Beer selection is good, got a few taps for ales so I'm a happy boy Staff seem friendly, not chatty but I was going in on nights straight afterwork so it wasn't exactly quiet so chatty I wasn't expecting as they were a tad busy. The music leaves a little to be desired, considering the look of the place, the Dance n Pop music is utterly at odds with the place. read more

Curious, rather unusual nineteenth century pub with an interesting name located across Bishopsgate from Hamilton Hall and Liverpool Street railway station. Outside, Dirty Dicks has an oldie worldly appearance befitting it's age. Inside, there is a dark atmosphere enhanced by the low ceiling and wooden floor. Dirty Dicks is a complete contrast in style and atmosphere to Hamilton Hall across the road, but worth investigating. read more

Stop #8 - Liverpool St You gotta love that this place proudly displays its name via neon sign just to make sure everyone knows what you are about to walk into. And without fail, every single time I bring someone new here, they insist on taking a picture outside with a look of embarrassment/horror. Come on folks, we know that you really are just uber excited to go inside. Inside, it's just a pub. You would kind of expect something themed or raunchy but you get a clean albeit small drinking establishment. However, when asked, the bartenders will happily work up a dirty shot of your choosing so you can punish the appropriate person for rocking up a third of the way through the crawl! So there are some dirty bits after all. Not much seating area, but plenty of tables to stand around although it was only about 3ish on Saturday afternoon. Key benefit for you crawlers is that there is a KFC right next door and a host of food places at Liverpool St station opposite. Get some food in you to absorb the booze! Drink of choice: Shots! Go hard or go home! read more

Now Dirty Dicks isn't my usual vibe, but I must say the couple of times I've been in it's been OK. Usually packed with suits after work, the staff are always nice and the beer is cold. A word of warning: one late Friday evening I popped in to use the loo and found myself surrounded by a group of office workers singing Geri Halliwell's 'It's Raining Men' at the top of their lungs. I'm still having nightmares (and therapy). read more

This was my favorite pub I visited while in London. I love how old and dark it was. On the ground floor they have little nooks of seating which are semi-private. Those were pretty cool. There's also some bar tables. The upstairs is much larger and good for dining. Their food was great. I got the fish and chips, which, granted, isn't hard to come by in London but this was really perfect breading and great mushy peas! I know it may sound stupid but they have good vinegar there as well. A few of the places I visited had weak vinegar. The waitress (whose name was Amanda) was such a sweetheart! I'll definitely be returning next time I'm in London. read more

Horrible place, hostile bartender steals your bag and accuses you for not owning it. After 30 minutes of humiliating dispute and calling the guards from the entrace which verified that the bags were indeed ours and that they have already been checked during entrance we got our bags back. Will never go back to this horrible place, be aware of this place!! Police were called to the place. read more

Really good pub - really terrible name! I was here for a gig and definitely one of the better venues for open mics - especially free shows. It's on every Wed night. read more

As city pubs you could do a lot worse. It looks like a nice old boozer and serves up some ales to go with the wines and the lagers. It is a bit of a shame about how busy it gets and about the clientele (one of the bailed-out banks were having a private party upstairsmaking good use of the taxpayers money) but that's hard to avoid round this part of town. Also, rarely for a city drinking hole, the place has some serious history, dating back to the mid 18th century! (I once met someone in Devon who had lived in London 50 years ago who remembered it fondlyapparently it really did used to be 'dirty') Handy for Liverpool Street Station. read more

Had a Sunday roast and it was pretty good. They had a selection of beef, pork or chicken, me and the wifey both had chicken. There is the bar downstairs and then a place to eat upstairs. Menu has standard pub stuff and then there was a daily menu for other items which had a good selection. The name alone should warrant a visit but the food was pretty darn good. Cozy pub! read more

Dirty Dicks is right smack in the middle of metropolitan London, but you can be forgiven for thinking you've fell into a West Country miners local once you get inside. A very, very rustic interior with brickwork showing around the edges and not a bit of padding for the wooden furniture in sight. The clientele are diverse, with a mix of businessmen (of course) but with alot of older folk as well, people who look too old to be working in offices! There was one group of people who were a hybrid between old and businessman, and they were being really lecherous to the bar maid.. something I enjoyed and the barmaid was obviously used too, maybe even from those guys in particular. This is more alike to a local then most places you will find off of Liverpool Street. They offer types of beer you might not see in other pubs as well, 'Winter Warmer' and 'Youngs Bitter' on sale. Heard of them? Hmm.. they also have comedy nights, despite the pub being exceedingly small and smelling strongly of beer. In a transparent move to 'keep with the times', they've also put cash machines, pub quiz's and a golf video game in there.. more out of place then a trenchcoat in the summer. An interesting little corner. read more

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Dirty Dicks is a fabulous pub with a beautiful wooden bar. It's a nice place to enjoy a few drinks and it's in a great location right outside Liverpool Street Station. When you're in there you may come across a dead preserved cat hanging from the wall...and no....i'm not tripping out and if you're lucky (or not) you may even have an encounter with Mabel the resident ghost. There are lots of odd bits and pieces in here from The Vaults of Dirty Dick's like the ancient wine racks with the old bottles still in then covered in dust. Whenever I've been here it's been packed out and there's a lively buzz to the place. I like the downstairs bar which has lots of seating and a great bar and I find that it's great value for money. read more

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I went here once for a friend's birthday drinks - it gets three stars and an extra star for the surprise factor - it is actually much cosier than one would suspect from a pub that is on Bishopsgate and so close to Liverpool Street Station. I would be happy to go back. read more

Came here twice since Brick Lane was nearby. Awesome location--right across the Liverpool station! (Dec. 2012) First we came here because we were hungry and it was right there. Ordered some sandwiches and it was okay. Of course, we got some Strongbow ciders. We didn't expect it to be sooo empty that night (we went up to the 2nd floor of the pub) but glad to have the full attention of the bartender who was nice enough to chat with us (he chatted a lil to my bf and said that he's been in California and New York but not in Chicago yet). We came back to this pub on our last night in London and tried their winter beers (I think I got the Young's brown ale? not sure since I easily forget). Nice lighting, good atmosphere. Overall, I would love to come back to this pub someday and have some sandwiches and great-tasting beers again. read more

My friends and I, went in here because we were curious about the name! I think we have a photo somewhere of the front of it! it was a really nice little pub! we stayed for quite a few! It did'nt feel like we were in London, its very warm and homely with candles and quiet music and that old pub feel. But the drinks are pricey for the likes of students like me, i remember my first drink being a double malibu and lemonade was around the £8 mark! i would go back again it was very nice but would'nt make it my local. read more

I loved the place, was a pleasure and a great experience meeting Andon as a bartender; He made a great cocktail and was friendly and professional. It's amazing how a friendly smile can make you feel as a princess; also how a nice and polite manner makes you leave the place as a queen....I will definitely be back soon and will bring my friends too. read more

Open Mic comedy nights are the new thing here I think that if you're knockiing around in London by yourself and fancy a lift then what could be nicer than a superb night of comedy Doors open at 7pm Worth phoning to confirm it's on though Great feeling to laugh with people read more

Dirty dicks is my local in every sense of the word. Paddyman lives just down the road and often despairs at the lack of a decent boozer in the area to fester in. Dirty dicks is a rare oasis of pub-tranquility in a sea of off putting city watering holes. Split into three levels, Paddyman's inside tip is to head upstairs to be sure of getting a seat. Always busy and usually the entrance is obscured by those getting a fresh breath and a cigarette at the same time - don't let that put you off. The landlord is obviously a sly dog and usually employs attractive European girls all of whom seem hugely cheerful, so he must be doing something right! The usual range of beverages apply (although I'm a guinness and cider man myself) and prices are pretty reasonable for the area, being, if I recall rightly, around 3.20 for a pint of guinness. Clientele are a mixture of the city worker to normal people, loud and quiet. The middle section is usually the busiest and it's best to head upstairs or downstairs. Paddyman's summary...? The best pub in the area for seating, atmosphere, size and clientele. The best of a bad bunch, it has to be said. read more

What a wonderful pub. Reading the website 'history' section helps set the context for what is an excellent pub experience. There are dozens, perhaps hundreds, of pubs in London, but this one has some real character. Look around at the architecture, the old wood beams, the glass case full of old curiosities. I didn't try the food, so I can't comment on that, but the bar staff was very helpful and the seats were comfortable, and frankly, I was drunk, so life was good. Go to Dick's, you'll love it. read more