Evening Standard - Pubs & Bars

The Prince Arthur - more gastro than pub

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:18:31 GMT

The menu's reasonably priced and the food's very good meaning that the Prince Arthur is just proving that it's still one of the better places in the area

The Orchard is a pleasant surprise

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:47:52 GMT

An ordinary 1960's built estate pub tacked onto the end of a small row of shops, The Orchard proves the point that appearances can be deceptive

The Grapes is traditional and timeless

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:47:52 GMT

Quaint and narrow, The Grapes is a little pub in a very old terrace on the north bank of the river at Limehouse that just looks, acts and feels like a proper English pub

Crown & Anchor is bustling and very busy

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 16:45:59 GMT

The recent refit has freshened the Crown & Anchor up a bit with some loungey furnishings aimed to distract from the exposed brickwork.

Villiers Terrace leans towards a restaurant

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 16:45:59 GMT

Ladies who lunch rather than hardened drinkers are more likely to find something of interest at the Villiers Terrace.

Get great beer at Czechoslovak National House

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 16:45:59 GMT

The bar is just one part of this club for exiles from Czechoslovakia at Czechoslovak National House, which has been going since the late 1940s.

The Washington is highly recommended

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 10:16:45 GMT

The emphasis at The Washington is on a good choice of beer - well kept and very palatable - wine and well made food.

The Golden Heart has a certain charm

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 10:16:45 GMT

Despite the influx of non-locals, many are still happy to drink a pint at The Golden Heart.

The Anchor Tap has an intimate feel

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 10:16:45 GMT

Out the back there are plenty of places to perch and it has never been a problem bagging a seat at The Anchor Tap.

Pontefract Castle serves a decent pint

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:22:45 GMT

Pontefract Castle is a handy place to meet up in as it's easy to find and there is food to sustain you if all that shopping has worn you down.

The Greyhound is good - seriously

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:22:44 GMT

The Greyhound does live music and is starting Salsa classes, so there'll soon be something there for everyone...

The Smithfield Tavern feels like a traditional pub

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 15:51:59 GMT

The Smithfield Tavern is off to a good start and worth a look if you're in the area.

Not that funny at The Comedy

Fri, 29 May 2009 11:50:40 GMT

An archetypal West End tourist pub, The Comedy is a handy enough pub if you're in the West End, but not one to go out of your way for

The Hobgoblin is worth a closer look

Fri, 29 May 2009 11:50:40 GMT

Nothing's really changed much on the outside at the Hobgoblin, but step inside and you will find a jolly traditional pub

5 Tuns is best airport pub

Fri, 29 May 2009 11:50:40 GMT

Spending time in airports isn't everyone's idea of a good time, but thankfully the 5 Tuns does a decent enough job of things

Sample the four bars of The Crown

Wed, 20 May 2009 15:40:09 GMT

Cricklewood may have suffered in the past, but it oozes history and comedy - and The Crown is definitely included

Leigham Arms is a delightful country pub

Wed, 20 May 2009 15:40:09 GMT

A country pub somehow dropped into the south London sprawl, the Leigham Arms is a delight

Intimacy and good food can be found at Swan and Edgar

Wed, 20 May 2009 15:40:08 GMT

Situated in a residential street behind Marylebone Station, Swan and Edgar (formerly The Feathers) has plenty of potential

The Wheatsheaf is back and better than ever

Tue, 12 May 2009 12:27:19 GMT

The Wheatsheaf is back in a new location - Southwark Street - and makes an excellent starting point for the new pub

Earl Ferrers strikes positive chord with locals

Tue, 12 May 2009 11:55:39 GMT

From the striking black and gold exterior to the cream and blood red interior, a recent makeover at Earl Ferrers has put a very individual stamp on it

Have a relaxing time at the Eagle

Tue, 12 May 2009 10:51:48 GMT

Although the Eagle was Islington-ised a while back, at heart its still a pub with friendly staff, a fine choice of drink and a garden perfect for summer barbecues

The Marylebone may be average but it is popular with punters

Fri, 08 May 2009 15:51:31 GMT

The Marylebone is now no longer the somewhat eccentric Tup that used reside here - it's been refurbished and now it blends in perfectly with its surroundings

You can bank on The Waterfront

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 14:18:52 GMT

The Waterfront has friendly staff, a decent and reasonably-priced wine menu and fab-looking thin-crust pizzas.

Early Days for London Fields

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 14:18:52 GMT

The London Fields has been revamped as a thoroughly up-to-date Hackney gastroboozer.

Don't overlook food at the Coach Maker

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 13:46:42 GMT

There's a good wine list and an extensive modern gastro menu with quite a few veggie options at the Coach Maker.