Pub style establishment with outstanding decor and a history that is awe inspiring! Excellent food! Oustanding assortment of beers and ales! Interactive local parishners, who are willing to help a non local. Staff is fun, friendly and real. Very clean establishment! read more

The Knights Templar - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Beautiful and fun themed bar for the nights Templer. Apparently you can see this bar in the movie The da Vinci code. The bar has an enormous election and that is an understatement. There is an entire menu three pages long of drinks plus of course many draft beers. I have posted the menu also take a look. We just popped in for a couple of quick beers on a hot day and also ordered the hummus and chips. The hummus was amazing, it just wasn't James it was also pick it to Gile with fresh salon Truax. The chips were standard American tortilla chips for my bag but it was so delicious for a snack. Make sure to go into the ladies restroom if you were a female. It is stunning and for some reason I didn't go back and take some pictures. It is a little bit hidden so make sure to use a map program and the map will lead you to the main street but you need to turn left, it's a pretty big building so you really can't miss it but use the map program. One odd feature is that you order at the bar and pay at the bar, you give them your table number and then they bring your food when it is ready. read more

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I remember passing this place and thinking, I wish I had enough cash to go somewhere so fancy. SURPRISE I DO IT'S A WETHERSPOONS. Although I'm against Wetherspoons on many levels (chain, crappy food, destroying pub culture) I am also pro Wetherspoons on many levels (cheap, reminds me of pre gaming for Oceana aged 18 in Kingston). I am particularly pro this Wetherspoons because it really is a beautiful building. I'm sad, having read the other reviews, that I didn't visit the ladies toilets, which sound awesome. I had a fairly decent deluxe burger which came with an alcoholic beverage for less than £8. Bar manager was really nice and friendly. Loads of space to sit/stand for groups. Good to know about! read more

The Knight's Templar is a large Wetherspoon's pub by the law courts and next to the Kings College Somerset Maugham Library. Like most Wetherspoons it is huge. The majority of the space is taken up by a large open plan seating area, at the back of which runs along the back of the bar. It is a carpeted area which, whilst not unpleasant, is a little bland. At the far end of the bar is a raised seating area which has more intimate seating, and is the place to head to. As with all Wetherspoons drinks are cheap and there is food which, though not great, is decent for the price. Though there is not much of an atmosphere it is pleasant enough and fine for a couple of drinks. read more

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For my next birthday, I want to hold it here. But not upstairs. Or even bar level. I want to hold my next party in the Women's bathroom. It's that freaking awesome. It looks like Harry Potter's bathroom, it has enough seating to fit an the entire ravenclaw house and mirrored doors everywhere. The upstairs is pretty sweet too, you'd never know you were in a Weatherspoons. Cheap drinks, incredibly pretty venue. Worth a visit during the last week before payday. read more

Wetherspoons bars are a tricky ones. They are so cheap that you get the crowd that goes with it in most places. But they always have interesting beers on the hand pumps, a decent wine selection, and again very good value for money food. The Knight's Templar is no exception but the surroundings and the building itself are just outstanding. It is a sight to behold. I always try to squeeze a couple of pints there when I am down Chancery Lane for work. read more

It's a Wetherspoons: -3 stars It's a Wetherspoons on Chancery Lane (cheap drinks for its location, and actually good beers e.g., Deuchars IPA. Plus, it's less than a hundred yards away from my office): +1 star The building used to be a bank, so it's actually quite impressive looking inside: +1 star and the toilets downstairs are in the old vaults. I am a woman of simple pleasures. read more

Wow, this place can get PACKED at night, especially when football is on! Walked by it one night but didn't dare get too close as people were spilling out onto the streets. Headed back the next day for lunch after a work session at a nearby university library and had a great time with a large group of colleagues spread out over a few tables. Was in the middle of my "let's eat only British food for 48 hours" kick, so had a couple local brews and the fish and chips. Let me tell you, that piece of fish was damn near the length of my forearm! Like a big pig, I picked it up and used my hands the whole time. It was done up proper and from food to atmosphere, the whole visit was great. read more

I am not a big pub visitor, but during the last political campaing I participated this pub became our "office". We have been meeting here once a week for a couple of months and enjoyed different tables in different rooms. The pub is very huge, with a ground floor open area with the bar, few upstairs room (one is the family room where childrens are allowed with parents) with a balcony place and a lower ground floor where the toilets are located. It serves good and cheap beers, in particular a few artigianal beers, and food. The club sandwich is tasty and it is my favourite. The burgers are also not bad. the menu includes also healty food and calories indications. read more

This is the local after work pub. It's not your typical Wetherspoons. With a grand building, that was actually featured in the Da Vinci Code, and it has lovely grand architecture. The staff are very friendly, and the prices probably the cheapest in the area!! This pub has a very large selection of draft beers ales, wines and spirits. You shall not be disappointed!! read more

Another J D Wetherspoon pub, but my word what a space! High vaulted ceilings and grand surroundings, it's nothing like the slightly gloomy drinking dens the chain has been known for elsewhere across the country. I came here with colleagues for a well-needed cheapish lunch after spending a few days in the capital. The food is quite good - you really get what you pay for, no more, no less. For less than a tenner you can enjoy a hearty main course and a drink. It was certainly popular at lunchtime and I'm sure it's even more so as people leave work for a drink or two, given the value for money. If the 'interior decorators' hadn't somewhat spoiled the walls and ceiling with large, crudely drawn depictions of knights in armour and just let the room remain unembellished, it'd look so much more impressive. read more

If I had walked by this place by myself I would have sullenly looked in and wished I could dine at this nice restaurant. Lo and behold- it's a Spoons! Which a lowly, unemployed student such as I can afford. I know it's a chain, which automatically makes the 5 point mark a little harder to reach but this is my favorite Wetherspoons around. And I have been to quite a few! It's a gorgeous building which is a converted bank. It features columns on i's facade and looks like a structure ripped straight out of a travel catalogue of Rome. But that's not the only thing I like about it. Compared to other Spoons, this one is really clean and the service is fast. I also quite like their guest ales. The place is huge, with rising tiers of seating as you go towards the back. It actually has quite a few patrons fully suited-up, probably due to the affluence of the area. I love the seating in the back amid a mini-library which is cozy and almost un-Spoons-like. But it has all the perks of cheap food and drink and free wi-fi. Next time I go, I'll be sure to visit the ladies' loos which sound amazing from the reviews. read more

If Yelp let me give The Knight's Templar partial stars, I would rate it at 3.75. It is quite good - it's nicely appointed with rich rugs, a dark wood bar, and comfy furniture - but there are a couple of misses that make it a "real 4-star". First, the downstairs is so open, it feels empty and a bit cold. Opt instead of the cozier tables upstairs that overlook the main hall. Second, there was this huge sign inside warning the patrons about purse thieves. I'm not sure if they were required to have that sign - maybe there's been a spate of robberies? - but I found it a bit off putting. They have the standard beer fare, nothing exceptional, but that didn't sway me too much. Overall, a good place. read more

Initially quite sceptical because it's a Wetherspoons. But its proximity to the LSE's library meant that I just had to give it a go, and to my surprise, it didn't disappoint. Gorgeous building with plenty of space. A tucked away upstairs with overview of the rest of the pub. Typical Wetherspoons menu and drink selection. As some other reviews have also alluded to, their bathroom facilities are what set it apart! No sarcasm intended, but their toilets are definitely the reason to come here, and not a different pub. This is what separates it from, what would have been, a 3 star review. Cheap drinks that you'd expect, excellent location, and not having to deal with disgusting pub bathrooms, why would you go any where else? A student at King's or LSE? Definitely give this a try over the George or the Three Tuns! read more

Short: Nice atmosphere (not only for a Whetherspoons) Good prices Really big Clean food tastes perfectly fine staff is quick and polite you are allowed to stand outside (quite street) I really like going there after work and so do all my colleagues. I can only recommend this place. read more

Large, spacious, elegantly decorated pub. Huge selection of beer, wine, liquor, and food. Prices are reasonable (can special IPA beer starting at 3.60gbp) and nice ambiance, but we were rudely rushed out at 11:25, despite posted hours here on Yelp stating they are open until 12 midnight read more

The Knights Templar - Good prices and ambiance, but we were rudely rushed out at 11:30,despite posted hours stating open until 12 midnight - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Truthfully I wasn't going here for the drink or the food. I was attending the regular MathsJam held here every last Tuesday of the month.(http://www.mathsjam.com/?city=london). This is a good, chilled out event well worth attending if you like puzzles of the non word kind. I did however go to order at the bar. There was one person serving and 3 other staff gossiping in the corner. It took the one serving 3 attempts to get the others to serve me and even then they walked over to serve someone else. This is a Wetherspoons bar and the food is of poor Wetherspoons quality. Side note: The ladies bathroom however has amazing decor, and it is huge. read more

JDW in an interesting space-what more can be wanted. The lighting was a tad too harsh but that's a small thing. Overall, this place fares well against the Fuller's Bank of England on Fleet Street. With prices of £3.30 per pint it is a £1 more than suburban JDWs but that is to be expected for the location. However, it's over a quid cheaper than other pubs in the area-yes! We came at around 7.30pm on a Wed and there were plenty of seats given the size of the pub. I was not terribly impressed by the beer selection-JDW could always run more guest ales and for God's sake stop putting "coming soon" signs on pumps-I may not live to see that beer on and want to drink something now! . In this case there were only a couple of guests and the usual suspects (Abbot etc). We had the 13oz sirloin as the 9oz was off. At £13 it was a bit steeper in price but comes with a free beer or wine. To be frank, as you would expect from a relatively cheap and cheerful steak dinner, it isn't Wagyu and whilst it was edible, the 13oz shone too much of a light on the lack of flavour in the meat. A 9oz is a better bet. read more

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This is just another 'Spoons, but it has THE BEST TOILETS EVER!! Tons of stalls, marble countertops, these really cool sinks that are on the sides of pillars (it's hard to describe, just look at the pictures), lots of full-length mirrors... feel like I'm in the Ritz Carlton, not some pub off Fleet Street. I know that's a weird thing to be enthusiastic about, but I really appreciate a nicely designed and well-maintained ladies room. It's the details that count, you know? Everything else about the pub upstairs is pretty standard as far as English pubs go. I may or may not have stopped in here for a tea in the past just to use the loo... Decent prices, decent selection, yummy chips with big portions, the usual. I like the nooks up the stairs of the main room, and they're bookable - nice for an intimate gathering. read more

This place is spacious, friendly and has a special place in my heart! I spent most Wednesday afternoons here as a student and it's got a great choice of tables and spaces - they tolerated our taking up vast amounts of space and playing cards all over the place and continue to do so! You can also book areas. Not open at weekends, sadly. Also it is unfortunately a Spoons, complete with 'spoons food. Eugh. (I don't even know how they cram that many calories into things that don't even taste great). Good value drinks though and nice cocktail pitchers. Also, the toilets are AMAZING - luxury. Although some of their wierd circular doors don't shut properly. But with sofas and mirrors who cares! read more

This Weatherspoon's pub was my go-to during my grad school days in London. I recently returned and was delighted to see that it's still going strong. The decor is quite grand; the pub has two floors and two large interior balconies that you can look out over the lower floor. It's also centrally located ear the Middle Temple and is a popular happy hour spot. Excellent and affordable selection of beer. read more

I'm a big fan of spoons pubs, cheap breakfast, a few different ales on tap and not too pricey. However I'm trying to cut down on the beer and burger meal deals so I don't frequent as much as used to. Due to the locality this place is generally very busy throughout the week but dead on the weekend. However dead on the weekend means a half decent place to go (for food on drink) in central London on a Saturday that isn't packed. They also have a big screen that show most rugby (not sure about football). It does close early on a Saturday (you can't have everything) but defiantly a good place to know. read more

Excellent Fish and Chips. I even enjoyed the mushy peas. Very comfortable place for a Pint and a bite to eat. read more

The Knights Templar - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Beautiful building, cheap drinks, excellent location... what more could you want?! The bar is long and there are tons of bartenders so you are served very quickly. The bar is in an old bank so the building is gorgeous with tons of space inside. read more

As a JD wetherspoons, it starts out with 2 stars, and will need some help to get any higher. You've got your standard wetherspoons deals and drinks, nothing too interesting or unique. Thankfully, the place is really nice and large, with a huge tall ceiling. Unfortunately, on some busy nights, they don't have enough bartending staff and it can get quite busy and take a while to get your drinks. I also knock off some points for the fact that it's full of pretentious lawyers and law students. Still, it's not terrible, and better than some of the other wetherspoons in the area, so I'll end up at a comfortable 3. read more

Do not bother. Bar staff is condescending and patronising, which is particularly laughable given that they do not know what products are available for sale. Avoid. read more

I like this pub. It's really cheap (of course, it's a Wetherspoons), spacious, and has very memorable toilets. If you're in the area, go and visit, if only for a wee! read more

My new favourite Weatherspoons! I was actually unaware that it was a Weatherspoon's until I saw the menu. The building is lovely and they have a wide selection of table seating available throughout. Judging by the photos on here I missed out by not going to the ladies toilets :p read more

It's a charming pub & it's a wetherperson pub (which means the price is right)! Good pub, good prices, central location, can't go wrong really. read more

What a poorly run pub. They have 12 cask ales displayed but only 2 available. No milk for our tea, no hot chocolate. The bar staff was rude. What a joke. Move on to another pub. read more

Go for the atmosphere and to sidle up near the bar and order a drink. Great place to stop for a rest if you're walking to all of the sites near this area. My fiance and I stumbled upon the Templar Church on a 48 hour tourist spree in London and then had to come by to check this place out. Beautiful architecture and great people watching. Don't order the Pullman's platter. Thinking about the jelly-like film on the ham has me a bit nauseous right now. BUT - check out the bathrooms. They are worth the ham! read more

I can hear your scepticism, 4 stars on a Wetherspoons? Then you have obviously never been to the Knights Templar. I may be biased as I frequent it quite often (having your office 10 meters across the street is dangerous), but this is the best the chain has to offer. There is always a bevy of new featured beers, ciders and ales, and great selection on permanent residency. The building is absolutely gorgeous, huge ceilings, two floors and and loads of seating. And the bathroom..... they are the best bathrooms in all of London. Each stall is about the size of my dorm room in Uni. Not to mention a fountain style sink, Grecian statue and a couch. The food is also worth mentioning too. While it may be the standard fare at a "Spoons" it has never been anything than great, piping hot and served quickly. You cannot beat the prices considering a burger meal including beer is cheaper than a lunch at Pret. If you are on Chancery Lane, stop in for a pint, or at least to see the toilets. read more

This pub is super cheap and decent as it is a pub chain. I got a Kopparberg Pear cider for 2.99 and you can get a doubled-up pitcher of cocktails for about 11. The apple crumble with custard is also pretty good for bar food. The only complaint is that they shut the coffee/hot chocolate machine off around 9:30. It is a large space with lots of seating, and it is apparently a very historic place. I'll very likely make a return appearance with my friends. read more

Basic pub. Got a seat. Beer ok plenty of barstaff. Couldnt get on the wireless. Served it's purpose ok.

This is an exquisite example of an old pub with amazing decor and history-and better still its not expensive! i used to come here a lot when i worked in London and the cosy seating (and upper floors) make this place a welcoming lunchtime visit. read more

I'm surprised they have a great deal of share bites. We ordered a plate of Witherspoon platter and nachos. The platter was so good! It came with fried shrimp, chicken strip, spicy chicken wings, onion rings, fries and dip. It's excellent for sharing. I came here with classmates and took almost the whole mezzanine floor. This place has a really good place for big groups and the ambience is pretty nice. read more

As standard for a Weatherspoons the food and drink are cheap and cheerful here. The inside is pretty impressive here. The ladies toliets are worth a visit themselves as they are bizarrely large and very grand. read more

This has to be one of the nicest Wetherspoons pub I've visited, it used to be an old bank so it's quite grand inside with nice decor and a really high ceiling making it feel really spacious. The ladies toilets are even grander, very posh for a 'Spoons pub! read more

Its a weatherspoons, but its a good one, which is becoming harder to find. The interior is very impressive and the basement boasts a very decadent set of toilets. The food does appear suspiciously quickly, but ordering food at a JD's normally follows a lot of drinking anyway! read more

The Knight's Templar is one of JD Wetherspoons flagship pubs, built in one of the oldest areas of the city of London it is the best place to get a cheap beer in the city. Being a Wetherspoons, both food and drink is cheap in both price and quality, but the best attribute has to be hall itself decorated with numerous templar paintings and decorations. read more