Honestly, I can't even remember this place, and it wasn't as if I was drunk because, well, English Ales. Yet I've made a note that I've been here, and I assume that I have also had a beer here otherwise I doubt I would have made a note of it (and there is a rather blurred photo of the interior). I guess it was okay, but I would also suggest that it wasn't particularly memorable because, well, I can't remember all that much about it - otherwise it would definitely be standing out in my option. Yeah, just a Soho pub, nothing more, nothing less. read more

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What a wonderful restaurant and Pub with a long history in London and an unbelievable beer selection. The first thing I will say is that the staff are AMAZING! WE had steak that was perfectly cooked, with a gigantic beer selection. As one of London's oldest and well known pubs, you will find it packed and raucous in there, but that just adds to the atmosphere. The missing star is because they were out half of the items we wanted to order. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! read more

Best fish and chips I ever ate. Excellent food, impeccable service, and friendly vibe.

Down the street from the amazing Vintage Magazine Company (a must visit!) is The Crown, #10 on the Soho and Noho Dick Whittington ale trail of Nicholsons pubs. It's in a great location, just off of the main street from the West End, a little hidden so tourists won't run into it unless accidentally. The front entrance is wheelchair accessible, but only for the main bar area. The dark lighting and decor are more cosy than some of the other Nicholson pubs. If you tread further back you can gain some very comfortable seating and slight space for passionate making out (as one couple proceeded to do across from me). Same beer/food menu since it's a chain, you can try before you buy and the food is decent with some nice specials. The music is kept low, a favourite characteristic of mine, I can't stand shouting for a conversation. They boast that Mozart gave a recital at age 9 in 1765 at this location before it was a pub. It also used to be a popular haunt for American Airmen during the war. Gotta love the history. There's no outside seating, but it's great for groups and I felt relaxed, really wanting to linger as much as possible after my pint when I was there. The main floor and dining room appear to be pretty clean, but the same cannot go for the restrooms. Due to the age of building it can't be helped that the facilities are outdated and the hand dryer wasn't working either. Be warned that the stairway up to the bathrooms is extremely tight, narrow and narrow. However, after venturing up the stairs going single file the dining room appeared to be medium sized, very bright, and charming. I didn't grab a bite but it looked better than some of the others owned by the chain I have been in previously and I am tempted to test it out. If you're in the area I'd give The Crown a shot for sure. read more

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After a long day of touring and shopping in London, it definitely was time for a drink and some food and stopping at this place was a great choice' High energy and a nice atmosphere, I definitely was excited to enjoy some happy hour time. The bartenders are quick and their service is friendly. The food was amazing' I ordered two platters, a starter filled with cheeses, olives and other goodies. The other was steak and chicken with veggies. Everything was delicious! If you're in the area and want some really good bar food, check out this little place and have some fun! Enjoy! :) read more

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Wonderful experience. The bar keeper was very knowledgeable and attentive and the food was perfectly prepared.

It's good, not great. The restaurant (located upstairs) was suggested as a last-minute dining spot. I had the Scottish Salmon to start and Fish & Chips as my main. The starter Scottish Salmon was fresh and an absolute delight - although a couple extra pieces of toast would've been nice (came with only two small half slices equating to one piece of toast). The presentation of the Fish & Chips was well-executed, however the taste was bland, and all the breading, one would hope the batter was well-seasoned. If considering this place to dine, I would recommend taking a pass and exploring elsewhere. However, if you're hungry and in need a table, this may be your spot. Best of luck! read more

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It was about 1:30pm on a Saturday and we were wandering among the austerity protests in search of food. Pub after pub was crowded, even the ones that looked less palatable. Then I led us up a narrow staircase, around a twisty hallway, and into a quiet room from a previous century. There were only one or two parties dining. "Are you open?" Indeed they were, and as we indulged in a tasty meal, the place began to fill up. I don't remember the specifics of the meal. I remember feeling very much at ease, very good service, and sticking around for coffee and dessert. I recall the waiter picking me some good beer, as well as pudding, which was delicious, and also a treat because pudding means something different to the American mind. I hope one day I may come again, and still have such a nice time. read more

Perfectly adequate stop for a pint and a snack in London. We came here and enjoyed a few rounds of beer as well as sampled the nachos. As others noted, the service behind the bar was excellent and the beer selection varied (although note that as an American, I am not familiar with many of the specific brews so I may simply be impressed by the number rather than the quality). I didn't love the beers I tried, but again, I am not familiar with the beers being offered so I probably just chose badly. The nachos were an interesting variation on what I am used to at home, and featured barbecue pulled pork. I think this concept is worth exploring on further plates of nachos. The pub was rather cramped, and the air conditioning unit above our table decided to leak water on us while we were drinking. The friendly staff quickly helped us mop up the mess, but we opted to stand to finish our pints rather than sit on the soggy upholstery. In summary, this was a charming pub with some drawbacks due to its age. read more

omg I had the best burger of my life here! best food I had in London on our vacation. I will never forget this place!!! the fried calamari was out of this world too. that's coming from two New Yorkers who have eaten at the best restaurants in NYC. read more

We dined here without a reservation. The food menu is like bar food but it was well done. Fish and chips were cooked perfectly. The fish was crispy on the outside and juicy inside. The fries were crispy outside and melts in your mouth inside. Service was fantastic. read more

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I'm giving this pub 4 stars for one reason and one reason only = they have a toilet that you can just walk in and use and nobody sees you - the door that takes you right to it so you don't have to do the walk of shame through the pub pretending you're looking for someone! Seriously where else is there to use a toilet near Brewer street if you're just shopping and not eating in a restaurant?! It's the perfect spot for all you ladies who need to go every 15 minutes. Be warned the place smells of fag ash from the smoking days and it's not exactly glamourous, but it's always clean and when a girl needs to go, a girl needs to go! Thank you The Crown for allowing me to use your toilet and not buy a drink! read more

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It's a decent pub and its advantage is that it's open early and can provide that morning pint for drunken tourists like myself. However it feels quite desolate if you come before lunch - but I guess this can't be helped. Bear in mind it's a chain pub (and nicholson's at that, which isn't my personal favourite) so the touch isn't too personal. The space is also arranged in a less than ideal way, but overall acceptable. I should probably return when it's fuller. read more

The Crown's a pretty average Soho pub. It's got some good points: a range of top ales like Doom Bar and Timothy Taylor, and proper non-touristed pub decor. But it's also got the dreaded fruit machine. Yeesh. Nothing annoys me more. It's a good enough place to meet someone for a couple of pints, though, as it's down at the less-touristy end of Brewer Street. Like many zone 1 pubs, there's a dining room upstairs. read more

Nice bar/restaurant, good service! I got the glazed chicken & who I was with for a burger- both came with chips & were delicious... good place to eat, relax, & enjoy a pint with friends! read more

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A really decent pub and most importantly (for me anyway), is that the real ale is kept very well. I tried a couple of the ales and all were excellent and I have to say, I had the best pint of Sharpe's Doom Bar that I've ever had (and I've had quite a few over the years!!!). As some of the other reviewers have said, it's a no-pretence pub...great in this day and age! Also, worth noting that the bar staff were excellent. Will I go there again - Yes! read more

Nice enough place, but the first seven - SEVEN - things we tried to order for dinner at 7:30 pm, the answer was I'm sorry we're out. The house pies? Out. The house specialties on the menu? Out. We finally settle on burgers. Asked to get a side of cauliflower cheese on the menu to go with it. Guess what we were told? Yup... read more

The Crown is decent boozer - not going to be anything that you want to rave to your friends about but in the same breath, does what is needed of a pub. Decent beer selection both on tap and by the bottle. Same with the wines though the staff and not overly informative about the selection they hold. Prices are standard of the Soho area. If your in need of place to pop in and quench your thirst give it a go. read more

We took our toddler here to the restaurant upstairs. Terrific fish and chips and mushy peas! Service was very good for a very affordable price. read more

Very nice. We are from NYC. Dinner is served upstairs. The waitress was attentive to our party of five. We had two fish and chips, lamb, chili and a burger. Seemed like local people in the pub area on a Thursday evening. read more

Hidden gem just off of Piccadilly - great food, lovely upstairs dining room and top beer.

Good food upstairs and beer selection. Lamb shank pie was awesome. I'd recommend it over the two chain pubs down the street. It's also a close enough to Piccadilly Circus that it is a quick walk, but far enough to keep it from overcrowding. read more