Friendly pub, excellent bar staff and a nice selection of beer and ale. As already mentioned in…read moreprevious reviews you can bring your food from the street market into the pub as long as you buy a drink which is pretty cool. We tried the wild goose ale which was very good!

Firstly, don't let the high rating fool you, there are a couple of important things to note about…read morethis pub: 1. I'ts VERY small (this becomes an issue later). 2. It's not particularly cheap. 3. It's a bit grotty - not the sort of place you'd normally go. All this aside, there are two things which alone deserve the four stars, their staff are amazing, they're courteous and go above and beyond to help you out. The first time I came in it was on a weekday at lunch (more on this in a sec). The pub was rammed, you could barely move. One of the staff members spotted my work colleagues and myself and swept off a previously reserved sign (I assume they were no shows) and effectively gave us table service the entire time we were there. It was definitely above and beyond. The second reason these guys get a four star rating and also the reason it's so popular at lunch time (causing problems because its small & also the reason I was there at lunch) is that they allow you to bring food you have purchased on Whitecross street into the pub and eat it. This is very cool of them. for those reasons I would recommend heading down there at lunch time if you can. Make sure you call ahead though and book a table (and then subsequently turn up on time!)

Really, really good food. Great service and a cool place to have some dinner and get some work…read moredone. Loved it.

Shit space, had a reservation and couldn't get seated. Couldn't mention how bad the food was,…read morecouldn't get to my reserved seat.

Awesome food, service and property. Not too loud. Prompt service and perfectly cooked food. Top…read moreshelf liquor. Good value for the price. I'll be back!

Royal Star gets five from me. It's a classic British pub. We had the steak pie and mash and an…read moreorder of the fish and chips. Both were tasty and paired nicely with some local beers--Neckoil and a Camden lager. The service was friendly and very accommodating (we sat at two different tables before settling down). The bar was clean and bright. It was exactly what two New York tourists like us needed on a day when we'd already logged 8 miles walking around and taking in the London sights.

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.

Loved this place! We stumbled across this bar when we were finding a spot for dinner. Perfect spot…read morefor people-watching. The cocktails were super creative takes on the classics. We ordered Baby Guinness shots, which weren't on the menu but the bartenders happily obliged. Great vibe, friendly staff, and just a cool spot to chill. Will definitely be back!

Great staff! Friendly, attentive & amazing food!!…read moreCocktail menu excellent Solid setting! Beautiful courtyard/ garden area 4 days 4 meals. All excellent

I got an Airbnb right around the corner from this pub. So lucky I did! Great options on tap, the…read morefood is on point!! One of the best burgers I've ever had. Staff is really nice, free Wi-Fi, great crowd. If I lived in London, this would totally be my spot to hang out. Prices were great too. Beer was £4-£5 and most the food was £7-£12. Happy hour prices were even better, and on Mondays, there is a half-price for beer and burger special. How does it get better than that?

There are plenty of pubs in the area to choose from, but not a single one deserves your custom as…read moremuch as the Old Ivy House. There's a number of reasons to like it, but I'll start with the biggest... The owner. I love that guy. He's so pleasant, so cheerful, so happy to see you. And you know what? He will remember you! He will see you walk in the door, greet you, and start pouring your usual before you even reach the counter. I love that guy. The beer is well-priced, as is the wine and the food. I've never had a meal, but I have munched on the snacks and they were good enough for me! The pub is a mix of locals and after-work drinkers. It's never too full, but never feels empty. Oh, and the other best thing? Dog friendly. You know I love a dog friendly pub. Long story short: I really like this place. I like the owner, I like the barkeepers, I like the couches and the music and the strange little nook with seats and a telephone.

I need to write a new review about this fabulous pub...still love it and every time I have visitors…read morein town I take them here to experience this cozy pub. My favorite place to hang out is the cozy section up the little staircase overlooking the tiny pub. On a recent visit I made the acquaintance with Tommy, the local cat. Tommy is such a friendly cat, just waiting for patrons to scratch his tummy. (Oh, sometime between my previous review and this one, the pub seems to have undergone a name change from Jerusalem Tavern to Holy Tavern...but nothing changed - still fabulous! If you want to read up more on the history of this pub, I encourage you to check out their website.)

Quite the popular pub in Clerkenwell, Jerusalem Tavern is renowned for its long standing as an…read morehistorical place for a proper pint. If the massive size of the crowd outside on a sunny summer weekday afternoon is any sign, JT's doing something right. If you're popping by for a real ale or two after work, be certain that you don't stray beyond the bounds of the pub's storefront. Apparently the neighbours get disgruntled if you do, and one of the folks from this establishment will be quick to let you know. It's great to be conscientious about clogging up the ingress/egress of nearby buildings, however it's worth noting that outdoor standing room is effectively limited. Especially if you plan to bring along a large group of people. I could see cozying up to this joint on a cold winter's day, having some stick-to-your-ribs pub grub, and whiling aways the hours watching the grey pass by.

I came to Craft Beer Co while pregnant…read more WHAT THE CLUCK!? (Well, I did order The Cluck chicken sandwich, for what its worth). Let me explain. We took a "baby class" and it just so happened to be at The Lift building on White Lion Street, a stone's throw from Craft Beer Co. My husband's delight could hardly be concealed as we approached lunchtime and the promise of a remarkable pint. He successfully completed his lunch mission and the rest of baby class...so, I'd call that a success. He raves about the beer selection here as do numerous other yelpers - safe bet you'll find something that catches your eye. My chicken sandwich was messy and delicious, made fresh and arrived very quickly with hot chips. Ill put this on my list for "return when not pregnant" - because once you've been sober for 9 months, go for the good stuff.

*To the theme of Top Cat*…read more Top Pub (du-duh) The most effec-tu-al Top Pub (du-duh) Where intellectual(?!) close friends get to go for drinkies Providing it's with dignity Top Pub (du-duh) The indisputable leader of the Craft Beer Rev-o-lu-tion It's the boss It has lots of taps It's filled with lov-ely chaps It's the most tip top (du-du-du-duh) - Top Pub! No, there's no chef But it's still the king, but above everything It's the most tip top - Top Pub! OK, "the Craft Beer Revolution" rhyme is more than a little tenuous but I stand by it. What do you mean you don't know the Top Cat theme? Sort yourself out. Kind regards, Ian

Nice tap room located in the Montcalm hotel. So at the very least, you get to use their fancy ass…read moreshared hotel bathroom. Pretty sizable space. They have high tops, bar seating, and a few tables. Good for the after-work crowd. Lots of different beer styles as well, so something for everybody. If that's not what you fancy, they also do cocktails and wine.

I was so excited to find this brewery while walking around. My friend and I were desperately…read morelooking for a cold drink and our phones were dead, thankfully Long Arm was there to save the day! Their beers were fantastic, and the bar service was so friendly and warm. What really was fantastic though were the built in phone chargers in the tables. It's a perfect stop for travelers, and while waiting for a good charge we got to sip on some well crafted beers. I particularity enjoyed the atmosphere, especially their mural of the brewing process. I loved that they use by-products of their brewing to feed their fish! Definitely a unique place. Whenever I get an email from them with updates it makes me long to catch a cross-continental flight and pop back in to enjoy their beers!

Organised a client drinks party here. An interesting and very nice venue, good delicious food and…read moreBritish booze. We were only too sorry we did not order more of the sticky toffee pudding, and when we tried to order more there was no more. Everyone agreed that they had a great evening. I must say the bar staff were very professional in getting us to leave the venue even after they had closed, so they could set up for the next day!

Baby back ribs, roast chicken, burnt ends and cowboy beans. All mega delicious @stbartsbrewery in…read moreSmithfield. You can taste @hushheath award winning Rose and their new sparkling Apple Wine Lovely, friendly service too! #bbq