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    The Morgan Arms

    3.7 (41 reviews)
    ModeratePubs
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:30 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Open since 1892!
    Whitney N.

    Walking down Coborn Road in Bow, there's something that immediately strikes you about the Morgan Arms' pretty sage green exterior, maybe it's the tiny white lights in the window, the large beckoning windows, or the eminent sense of history, but the place is instantaneously endearing - before you've ever even been inside. Fortunately, once its delightful facade has waved you in (and it will), the Morgan Arms doesn't even think about resting on the cutesy laurels of its outer walls, and instead ups the ante in the best possible way. Far from your standard brass-and-polished-wood gastro pub, the Morgan Arms surprises with an eclectic, well-appointed, warm and sophisticated interior. It's utterly cozy, but in an arty sort of way. They've got a seasonal wine and beer list is that is well thought through and veers toward interesting... the type you glance over and think to yourself, "Hmm. I wonder what that's like." The food also impresses, mostly because it's an ever-changing menu that is locally sourced and well-executed. On one of my last visits, I enjoyed a fragrant, autumnal squash soup, and shared a platter of hummus and tapénade that was accompanied by hearty chunks of seed-flecked artisan bread. Another friend ordered an entrée of stuffed peppers, which he enjoyed, but I have to say that £13 seemed a little much for a trio of undersized capsicums that hardly could have passed an appetizer. Otherwise, I've always had fantastic, friendly, bend-over-backwards-to-please-you service here. Indeed, as a whole, I feel extremely fortunate that the Morgan Arms is close enough to me that I can count it my own, very lovely, local pub.

    Gareth H.

    A friend of mine has been working at the Morgan for some time now so I've become something of a regular visitor to this rather high-market East-End drink/eatery. Located just off the gorgeous Tredegar Square and adjacent to a stack of ex-council housing, the Morgan attracts a varied but increasingly trendy clientele. The interior oozes sophistication with lots of solid wood tables and dark red leather. Drinks are a little pricy for this area of town but the selection is excellent and they've got Aspall cider on tap, hooray! Not one I'd pick to watch a game in, but it also has Sky. Where the Morgan really comes into its own though is the food. Thanks to its ability to provide an innovative and ever-changing menu along with a great variety of wines, the Morgan is really setting the standard for gastro-pubs. I'd say this is probably the perfect place for a first date, it's not too flash but it reeks of good taste.

    Andrea F.

    Nice looking pub but the food does not deliver. The steak tartare was diluted with mayonaise, the duck confit was mis balanced in flavour and bitter, and the scallops were overcooked. Sorry to say this place has too many bells and whistles but does not meet expectations.

    winter 2008/2009
    Klara L.

    Charming English pub with a lovely seating area outside. We stopped here for a pint of beer often, few times had a dinner with friends.

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    This is my local and what a lucky girl I am. Smack in the midst of the Bow Conservation area. It's a world away from Mile end in this side of Mile End Road. Victoria houses, a grand square, and lots of trees. For those of us that live here we are happy to keep the tucked away Morgan Arms our little secret. The food is great, though I've only eaten there once, they have a lovely little restaurant area in the back of the pub. The pub part is relaxing with a laid back friendly crowd. It has large windows which makes it nice and bright during the day, and means when I walk by on the way home I can look longingly in and see everyone having a good time. Staff are helpful and seem happy to be there, which makes for a nice atmosphere. The beers and cider on tap change around which is nice, as it gives a chance to try something new. Why 4 not 5 stars, well I would like to see more nibbles on offer through out the day, and I would like to see it stay open later on the weekends, 11pm is when they have you out the door. I suspect this is because of it being in a residential area, and beyond their control.

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    The food was excellent and service even better. Quiet and clean inside. Great place to hang with friends.

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    A great local pub, with an awesome selection of beers. The menu changes daily, although you dont need it with their burger ;)

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    Friendly pub ideal for a swift cider or five after work. Only pub I visit regularly in the Bow/Mile End area.

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    The Merchant - The bar area, charming!

    The Merchant

    4.4(5 reviews)
    1.5 miCanary Wharf, Isle of Dogs
    ££

    Yum! My husband and I came here for dinner tonight as our first stop in London. After spending all…read moreday traveling, we were thrilled with the drink selection. The Merlot was delicious! We ordered onion rings to start, the breading on them was amazing! It was light and crispy as opposed to being heavy and greasy like a lot of onion rings. I also loved the curry ketchup that came with them. I'm not generally a curry fan, but it definitely worked with this dish. My husband got fish and chips. The fish was perfectly fried and the tarter sauce was obviously house made because it tasted very fresh and lemony. The chips were fine, but unremarkable in my opinion. For my meal, I ordered pumpkin walnut gnocchi. It was delicious! Just enough pumpkin without being overpowering. There was quite a bit of kale (I think it was kale, the menu didn't say) that came with the dish. It was very good, but probably could have been dialed back a little. The service was friendly and prompt. Definitely a great way to start our London vacation!

    This place was amazing! Fantastic Sunday roast, visiting from the US and made to feel like a local…read morethanks Fabio and the rest of the crew for making our holidays. Even donated a mini tree to make our Holiday season. Thanks to The Merchant for making our Christmas! Happy Holidays to all and if you're in the Canary Wharf area do not miss The Merchant!

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    Tap East - One of their rotating ales.

    Tap East

    3.9(12 reviews)
    1.5 miOlympic Village, Stratford
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    Brew pub located on the ground floor of the Westfield Mall and right next door to our hotel, the…read morePremier Inn. Stopped in for a couple of pints, some wings and a burger. No complaints.

    For far too long, Tap East was the best bet in Stratford for a good selection of craft beer on tap…read more Its location in the behemoth Westfield Shopping Centre in E20 has made it a slightly awkward site for a quick beer- it's perfect if you have been dragged out on a shopping trip, but making a special stopover to Westfield for a beer is slightly unappealing. And the opening hours extend to only 11:00pm on a Friday and Saturday, so it's not ideal for a longer drinking session. Despite this, Tap East does get in some very good beer from local and International breweries. It boasts 16 taps and a selection of over 100 bottles in the fridges. In addition to this, they have their own microbrewery in situ, often offering their in-house range on cask. The beers on offer are always rotating and you'll find a good range of styles represented. It's a cosy little corner of a bar, offering some outdoor seating as well. The staff are usually quite knowledgeable of their range and there's a small menu of nibbles available. It's usually quite busy, but you won't have to wait too long to get a seat. Despite the downside of its position in Westfield, Tap East is still worth a visit to see what's on offer. I have found some rare iterations here and their own beer is also solid.

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    Beer Merchants Tap - The less frequently photographed back room. Lots of extra seating, just past the toilets.

    Beer Merchants Tap

    4.8(5 reviews)
    1.2 miStratford

    The best beer bar I've been to London. Probably at least in part because they have a fair amount of…read morebeer from outside the UK, but they also have a decent selection of UK beer too. Their crown-jewel is probably all the Belgian lambics they have, mostly in bottles, but some on tap. The actual place is a bit divey, but not too bad. The biggest thing was that it was totally packed on a Sunday afternoon when we came and tried to find a seat. We wound up sitting outside even though it was a bit chilly and we were directly downwind from some smokers. Things eventually cleared out and my wife and I found a table inside. They apologized for it, but they only served beer in plastic when we started drinking even when we bought over £50 bottles of rare Beligan lambic. That said, they have the goods. They had a great little food truck with good burgers and they have the beer. I started with a Tilquin cherry lambic that was on tap and I'd never had before that was spectacular while my wife had an Other Half IPA which we love in the states, but is harder to find in the UK. We then moved on to 3F wine-lambic hybrids and a spectacular Saison from Mills Brewing. We'll definitely be back.

    Love BMT. That's both a command and a sentence written without the "I". This place is kinda my…read morelocal. There's a bar with a rotating selection of taps, and cases with can upon can and bottle upon bottle of beer. There are also beer snacks, and a food cart outside. I've been countless times and always come away with a special bottle or glass of something tasty. It's a pretty epic beer selection. Sours, stouts, lambics, IPAs, DIPAs, wheat beers, fruit beers, porters, milds, you name it. From all around Europe and the US. Prices range from totally affordable to paycheck burning. But if you buy one of the £45 bottles of bourbon barrel aged imperial stout brewed with peanuts and Canadian maple syrup and oats and coffee and cacao nibs all sealed in wax, you can be sure it'll be worth it. Staff are knowledgeable and friendly. Ask for tasters before deciding at the bar. If you work locally, you're eligible for a small discount upon paying. Ambience is usually chill across the inner and outside tables. Sometimes it gets totally slammed and loud and there's nowhere to sit so be ware. Not a beer drinker? No problem. The place also offers wine, boozy smoothies, and liquor. And of course, jugs of help-yourself water situated atop empty barrels in the main space. Stay hydrated, folks! But most importantly, stay sudsy!

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    Beer Merchants Tap - Menu for the Afuego burger food truck that's set up outside.

    Menu for the Afuego burger food truck that's set up outside.

    Beer Merchants Tap - One of many greats in the massive bottle selection, enjoyed at an outdoor table.

    One of many greats in the massive bottle selection, enjoyed at an outdoor table.

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