The Vibe: The atmosphere is a perfect blend of modern and…read morecozy. The lighting is warm, and the background music is subtle enough to allow for easy conversation--ideal for a quiet dinner. The Food: I ordered the [Dish Name, e.g., Grilled Sea Bass]. It was cooked to perfection--moist on the inside with a crisp skin. The flavors were balanced, though the portion size was a bit smaller than expected for the price. The Service: The staff was attentive without being intrusive. You can tell they take pride in their work, which gives the place an authentic feel rather than a corporate, "robotic" vibe.

Really cool pub with lots of history. Bar staff was very friendly and explained lots about the pub.read more

This place is so nice, well preserved and the servers were so nice and welcoming. The food was…read moredelicious. It was my first time visiting London and this was a highlight.

Beautiful old historic pub. Not a super big space inside, but they do have tables, and table…read moreservice. You order at the bar and then they will bring you your food/beers. I had a club sandwich. It was pretty standard, and pretty thick. I also had a beer. Seemed to be pretty standard typical pale ale beer. It was cool to drink and eat in a place with so much history and it is stunning inside with all of the details. Right next to the train station, and across the street from the Hyatt London Blackfriars Hotel where we stayed.

Great place, awesome location. Ordered Lentil & Vegetable cottage pie. It was delicious and soul…read morewarming! Thank you

We found this spot after walking around St. Paul's Cathedral…read more This was a great little spot to catch a pint and a light lunch. We ended up splitting the following: fried fish sandwich lentil pie The sandwich was very delicate with a light batter which I truly appreciated. The lentil pie was also very good and hearty. Service was friendly and the place just seemed very comfortable and inviting.

Charming old historic pub with a great selection of beer, liquor, and wines. We were greeted…read morepromptly as we arrived and at noon, plenty of seating still available, but quickly finished by 12:30-12:45pm. We chose to eat and drink in the downstairs bar which required ordering at the bar. We opted for a couple of beers and the beef and ale meat pie. The pie had a nice exterior that held all the ingredients inside quite well. The beef was tender and the ale gravy was delicious. The pie came with mashed potatoes and carrots. Everything was really tasty. Great pub to hang out in.

I wanted a British pub experience, and I got that experience here! I loved the festive atmosphere…read moreor the first floor and the calm, homey vibe of the historic Christopher Wren dining room upstairs. My shepherd's pie was tasty pub grub. I enjoyed every single bite. The lamb was fork tender. My wife loved her steak ale pie. She said it tasted like her grandmother's! This historic upstairs made for a great setting for our first dinner in London!

A year after my visit to this pub, I think about it still. The staff was lovely and helpful and the…read morefood was incredible. The fish and chips were hot and crispy and not greasy. The draft aspall was cold and crisp. The only downside were the nearby seagulls trying to steal the chips off my plate. Plenty of inside seating if you don't want to risk losing your chips to the gulls though. Location was great, nearby to the Tate Modern, Globe Theater, and even walked from here to Borough Market. I would not hesitate to visit here my next time in town.

Hands down the best fish and chips we had during this trip (and quite possibly compared to other…read moretrips to London before). Granted we didn't run a train on all chippies in London-town, but the haddock here was DELICIOUS. The crust was perfectly crunchy without being greasy, and the insides were moist and tender. The triple cooked chips were outstanding too. The mushy peas were more aldente than most shops, but very good. And for the first time for us, given artisan malt vinegar when we asked for it. If you're in the area, give this place a shot, it's GREAT (and you just can't beat the views).

We went to more than a dozen pubs while in London and the surrounding area on vacation recently so…read morewhile reviewing them, I'm trying to focus on what made each a distinct memory/experience for us. My wife actually booked dinner reservations in advance for Ye Old Cheshire Cheese, it was one of a few we did that for rather than just popping in. For some of these, Cheshire included, it isn't a bad idea if you want a full meal to do so as it gives you a table in a dining area that is quieter than the More raucous areas of the pub and guarantees you plenty of elbow room to dine. Every pub has fish and chips, and we had our share of it during our 8+ day trek, but my wife swears by this place as having the absolute best. I'd likely agree with that--we both had the traditional fish, chips, peas platter and every bite was great. We had a few slices of sourdough to hold us over while waiting for those plates. My wife had a bit of wine, and I tried a lager, lower ABV ale, and a pour of scotch opting for their "house" scotch. The spirits/beer menu was the same I saw used at a couple of what I think must be "sister" pubs all using the same distilleries and brewers. We were too full to try dessert. Service was friendly. Not sure if it was the vintage of my scotch or her wine, but price-wise this was by far our priciest pub visit in the area and I can't quite point my fingers at why, but I don't regret our meal and time here. As for historic interest, you can find pictures and placards of many of the pubs famous patrons from history--Dickens, Mark Twain on visits to London, etc. A first edition of a Dickens' book adorned a post by our table.

Cool pub dating back to 1300s?…read more Fish and chips were great. Price was okay given its a popular and historic spot. Beer was excellent and prices reasonable Only complaint was the dining area was extremely quiet on a Friday afternoon. A little strange for a pub

Fun interior, nice outdoor area, very good burgers and fries and good prices. Great for groups.read more

My son and I were visiting from the U.S. and we looked for quirky pubs for dinner. This place fit…read morethe bill. You could spend a month looking at all of the photos, stickers, and items on the wall. We sat outside since the weather was nice. Despite having to sit near a guy who had to make sure all of London could hear him, it was great. We both got a couple of beers and I got the Lord Nelson, a burger with with bacon and egg. It was really good, but impossible to eat like a hamburger. Service was great!

After visiting Shakespeare's Globe across the Thames River, I was rushing to the airport and…read morespotted this place near St. Paul's church after crossing Millennium Bridge. Given the location, I knew it was probably a tourist trap and I wish to avoid those usually but had no time so stopped in on a Monday afternoon for lunch. I'm so glad I did! I was in London only briefly and had yet to try proper fish and chips and I was definitely WOW'd. I've only had this in America, and this was definitely better than anything I've ever had. When it arrived on my table, I could feel the heat from the plate -- that's how scalding hot and fresh it was, and I loved that! The cod was absolutely massive, a thick portion of fish deep fried with the skin on within an incredibly crunchy beer batter. There were pieces of bone in it, but no bother, this only made it seem more fresh. The chips (thick cut fries) were perfectly crispy and both the fish and chips were insanely delicious with a bit of salt and malt vinegar (which I had to request by walking up to the bar). The dish came with a tartar sauce and ketchup, but tasted way better with the salt and vin. I absolutely love that the fish and chips also came with mushy peas, whereas most pubs only give you fish and chips alone. The dish was also very well priced at 9.95 GBP, and I was able to use my credit card, rounded up to 10 GBP because they have a 10 GBP minimum for using cards. I appreciate that this restaurant had free wi-fi, which I found out by asking my waiter, who quickly provided the secret code for me to use. In America you would never ask your server for this but I noticed that nearly every hotel and restaurant I visited during my 11-day tour of Europe offered wi-fi. Good on them, because how else would I check in to a restaurant on Yelp and shower them with praise and circulate promotional foodie photos on Instagram? During a weekday, many workers nearby flood this place to grab a pint during lunch....now, why don't I work in London? I would give this place five stars based on the food alone, but I am giving it four because I wished the service had been more attentive, as I had to go up to the bar to get malt vinegar and also to ask to pay my bill. I understand service in Europe is more laissez-faire than in America, but since this is a tourist spot I would have liked to be checked on by the staff at least once during my meal, and certainly to be presented with the bill. Note: They also serve Sunday roast dinner for 9.95 GBP on Sundays

Great location, great specials and great service. This is a solid pub that seems to attract a good…read morecrowd. Being from the states I am not as familiar with all the UK brands --- but they seem to offer a wide variety of beers (lots on tap) and cocktails. TIP: I recommend hitting this place before 5:30 on the weekdays as the happy hour crowd fills this join up.

If you "fancy a proper pint" while visiting London, we'd recommend a visit to Ye Olde Mitre…read more Opened in 1547 (that's not a typo), it offers limited seating both inside and out. It can be a little tricky to find, since it is located in a small alley, so this is not the place you just happen upon. You need to set out in search of it. We'd recommend navigating the extremely narrow staircase in order to toast with friends at "The Bishop's Room" upstairs. Its cozy environs are coveted by locals in the know. We arrived in the early afternoon to find it completely empty. However, long before we could finish our drinks it became a standing room only situation. Food choices are limited to homemade bar snacks, so plan your visit here mostly for the beverages. We found this to be a great place to stop for a quick respite from sightseeing. And that's...Henry's Take. #londonpubs

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

We had passed this pub several times, as it is located on a common route to the hotel we were…read morestaying in, and we wanted to have our first London pub experience, so try it, we did. We arrived just after the work day, and the crowd was buzzing just outside. We did the self-seating option indoors, and sat down to a great view of the Thames river, as we pondered our meal choices from the menu. The location is just great. For a leadoff drink, I had to go with the house cask ale, which was the Fuller's ESB, a drink I've been enjoying since the 1990's, and it delivered as expected. I went with an order of Sausages with mashed potatoes and peas...it doesn't get much more classic than that, and I was happy with it, especially with the quantity (3 sausages!). Wifey was on the hunt for a meat pie, and she went with the Steak, Ale & Mushroom Pie, which I can report was wholeheartedly approved. One of the better pies we've had on the overall trip, and the best we had at a pub location. The overall vibe of this pub is exactly as you might picture it, and we weren't disappointed with any aspect. Service, though not overly patient (hey - they were busy), was competent and pleasant. Cheers!

Great pub in the City of London. Found it while walking near the River front after crossing north…read moreover London Bridge. Casks, drafts, lots of seating - both indoor and outdoor. They had billiards and some other entertainment. Quick service.