This place is probably one of the few gems you'll find in this part of town, tucked away in the…read moremiddle of a residential area, not too far from Notting Hill. Despite its lack of touristic appeal, it has a beautiful interior with a rustic elegance and artistic flair that makes it THE pub of choice for most locals. This means that even on a random Tuesday night, it's never empty.
It has a small drinking area, accesible via the smallest doorway you've ever seen, as well as a large dining area where most of the art and comfy seating is. The staff is chill and friendly, and you're not likely to be forgotten even on the busiest of nights.
A nifty little feature this particular pub offers is the cellar downstairs. I wouldn't call it the most comfortable place to chill in, but it does have a rather novel appeal; especially if you're looking for a bit more privacy and quieter conversation compared to the upstairs dining room.
Their menu features hearty pub food cooked with care, and the seasonal fare is something you're not likely to find in any of the pubs in central. The Lamb Shepherd's Pie and the Fish & Chips seem to be the fan favourites, but I liked the burger and sides, myself. Everything was perfectly spiced without the usual fistful of salt most places douse their food in.
The drinks menu goes well beyond the typical draft beer, and I found their whiskey selection to be plentiful enough to make a whole night of it. Everything else from wine to rum is also available, and they have a few cocktails available, as well, but I swore never to drink a cocktail in a pub ever again, so you'll have to tell me how that goes if you decide to have one.
The closest tube station is 5 minutes away from the pub, so it isn't the hardest place to get to, but still pretty out there, in my opinion. Especially, if you're only visiting London, and have other places to be.