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Luscious London Pubs
The Southampton Arms is one of Luscious London Pubs.

1. The Southampton Arms

9.1
139 Highgate Rd (Wesleyan Pl), London, Greater London
Pub · Kentish Town · 109 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: My favourite pub in London, feels like it's been transplanted from somewhere in Yorkshire. Wood, meat, real fire, cheap. Cash only, super friendly staff, great beers and cider, proper bar snacks.

The Euston Tap is one of Luscious London Pubs.

2. The Euston Tap

8.7
190 Euston Rd, London, Greater London
Beer Bar · Euston · 200 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Utterly unique, great beer at decent prices, really nice staff. Sit/stand outside and watch the world, and some interesting local characters, go by. Upstairs is good too, though toilets are tiny.

The Black Heart is one of Luscious London Pubs.

3. The Black Heart

8.3
2-3 Greenland Pl, London, Greater London
Rock Club · Camden Town · 47 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Fantastic rock bar with excellent beer. Always dark, usually loud, can get very busy. Great value street food often served late on the weekends. Gigs held upstairs, loud yet good sound system.

Redchurch Brewery is one of Luscious London Pubs.

4. Redchurch Brewery

276 Poyser St, Hackney, Greater London
Brewery · 21 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: My favourite brewery to visit in London - great beer at reasonable prices, really lovely atmosphere - good music, unpretentious, super relaxed and friendly. There is a KITTY called Len <3

The Pineapple is one of Luscious London Pubs.

5. The Pineapple

8.7
51 Leverton St (Railey Mews), Kentish Town, Greater London
Pub · 47 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: What a great pub. Laid-back, unpretentious, friendly staff, great atmosphere, good music, inexpensive. Conservatory, beer garden, BBQ, Thai food. Beer range could be better but certainly not bad.

London Fields Brewery Tap Room is one of Luscious London Pubs.

6. London Fields Brewery Tap Room

365-366 Warburton St (Mentmore Terrace), London, Greater London
Bar · London Fields · 33 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Fantastic beer at great prices, everything is made of wood and covered in hops, unpretentious and friendly.

Beavertown Brewery is one of Luscious London Pubs.

7. Beavertown Brewery

8.7
17-18 Lockwood Industrial Estate, Mill Mead Rd, London, Greater London
Brewery · Haringey · 25 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Massive place, best when the sun is shining and you can sit outside. Bavarian drinking hall vibes. Reasonable prices and of course fantastic beer.

The Queen's Head is one of Luscious London Pubs.

8. The Queen's Head

8.5
66 Acton St (Grays Inn Rd), London, Greater London
Pub · King's Cross · 61 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Landlord knows his booze: great beer/cider range and selection, lots of good whiskies and even quality absinthe served properly (no shots or fire here).  Ploughmans-style food, laid-back staff.

BrewDog Shoreditch is one of Luscious London Pubs.

9. BrewDog Shoreditch

8.6
51-55 Bethnal Green Rd, London, Greater London
Beer Bar · Tower Hamlets · 167 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: My favourite London BD.  Often busy and noisy upstairs yet basement usually retains a chilled, yet vibrant, atmosphere, good bluesy music; perfect place to enjoy cocktails or Cocoa Psycho.  Have both.

Anspach & Hobday: The Arch House is one of Luscious London Pubs.

10. Anspach & Hobday: The Arch House

9.1
118 Druid St, London, Greater London
Brewery · Riverside · 21 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Great beer, better than BBNO's in my opinion. More seating and a better atmosphere here too. Really friendly and helpful staff despite often being really busy. A must when in Bermondsey.

Fourpure Brewing Co. is one of Luscious London Pubs.

11. Fourpure Brewing Co.

8.7
25 Bermondsey Trading Estate (Rotherhithe New Rd), London, Greater London
Brewery · Southwark · 23 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Right at the end of the Bermondsey brewery crawl, this is well worth the extra walk. Spectacular beer, friendly atmosphere, loads of space.

Tapping The Admiral is one of Luscious London Pubs.

12. Tapping The Admiral

9.0
77 Castle Rd, Camden Town, Greater London
Pub · 24 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: A little haven away from the crowds in North Camden. Great Thai food, good selection of beer and cider, good outdoor area, laid back and unpretentious. AND THERE'S A KITTY!!!!1

The Old Coffee House is one of Luscious London Pubs.

13. The Old Coffee House

7.1
49 Beak St, Soho, Greater London
Pub · 38 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Often rammed with people not drinking the fantastic Brodies beer. Great staff. Nice traditional pub, TVs can annoy (usually when football is on) but did I mention the amazing beer?

Duke's Brew & Que is one of Luscious London Pubs.

14. Duke's Brew & Que

33 Downham Rd (Hertford Rd), London, Greater London
BBQ Joint · De Beauvoir · 114 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Good food, though gets stupidly busy. The home of Beavertown brewery so of course, amazing beer. Great atmosphere and staff. Spiced pumpkin ale... *drools*

Pembury Tavern is one of Luscious London Pubs.

15. Pembury Tavern

8.5
90 Amhurst Rd (at Dalston Ln), London, Greater London
Pub · Hackney Central · 62 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Awesome real pizza and great beer from Milton brewery. Can get busy but always a relaxed atmosphere. Inexpensive.

Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese is one of Luscious London Pubs.

16. Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese

8.6
145 Fleet St (at Whitefriars St), London, Greater London
Pub · City of London · 168 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Amazing old Sam Smith's pub: real fires, low ceilings, cubby holes, a wonderful basement beer hall without mobile signal. Like drinking in another age; sawdust on the floor, people talk to each other.

Earl of Essex is one of Luscious London Pubs.

17. Earl of Essex

8.9
25 Danbury St (btwn Gerrard Rd & St Peter's St), Islington, Greater London
Pub · 76 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Close to Angel station yet far enough away from Upper Street/Essex Road to be a beery safe haven from all the wasted idiots on a weekend. Great beer, fantastic atmosphere, lovely place in general.

The Sussex Arms is one of Luscious London Pubs.

18. The Sussex Arms

8.7
15 Staines Rd, Twickenham, Greater London
Pub · Twickenham, London, Greater London · 24 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Great beer and a fantastic cider selection, nice traditional feel, lovely beer garden. Food looks good. Possibly my favourite pub in West London, shame it's at the end of the universe in Twickers.

BrewDog Camden is one of Luscious London Pubs.

19. BrewDog Camden

9.0
113 Bayham St (at Greenland St), London, Greater London
Beer Bar · Camden Town · 148 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Not a lot you can say about BrewDog Camden; fantastic beer, buzzy atmosphere. Nice staff, food is good and reasonably priced. The "hop bunker" is usually laid-back even when it's rammed upstairs.

The Bull is one of Luscious London Pubs.

20. The Bull

8.6
13 North Hill (near Broadlands Rd), London, Greater London
Pub · 17 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Cosy and festooned with hops, brews its own beer and has some hard to find bottles at not-ridiculous prices. Locally microdistilled spirits. Laid-back, friendly staff. Wine & food looks great.

Jerusalem Tavern is one of Luscious London Pubs.

21. Jerusalem Tavern

55 Britton St (at St John's Path), London, Greater London
Pub · Clerkenwell · 73 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Lovely super-old pub, very popular with the after-work crowd so get there early. St. Peters beers, which aren't particularly easy to find in pubs, and are much better on cask than in bottles.

CASK Pub and Kitchen is one of Luscious London Pubs.

22. CASK Pub and Kitchen

8.8
6 Charlwood St, Pimlico, Greater London
Gastropub · Pimlico · 166 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Looks rubbish from outside but first class beer quality and selection, friendly staff, and a relaxed atmosphere. Often quite busy. Menu is limited but burgers are great. Notable condiments.

Crown & Anchor is one of Luscious London Pubs.

23. Crown & Anchor

8.3
246 Brixton Rd (at Ingleton St), London, Greater London
Pub · Brix · 47 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Good food, nice unpretentious atmosphere, friendly staff, great beer selection and some fantastic bottled ciders. Well worth seeking out.

The Wargrave Arms is one of Luscious London Pubs.

24. The Wargrave Arms

40-42 Brendon St, London, Greater London
Pub · Marylebone · 21 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Fullers pub so standard beer but with an insanely large collection of single malt whiskies - if you don't know what to try the staff are very helpful. Nice cosy atmosphere, also the food looks EPIC.

The Rake is one of Luscious London Pubs.

25. The Rake

8.6
14a Winchester Walk, London, Greater London
Pub · South Bank · 98 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Tiny and often crowded but ridiculously good beer selection, friendly staff and a nice place to escape from the madness of Borough Market. Not cheap, especially if you go for the limited US imports.

The Craft Beer Co. is one of Luscious London Pubs.

26. The Craft Beer Co.

8.7
82 Leather Ln, London, Greater London
Beer Bar · Holborn and Covent Garden · 102 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Laid back beer heaven.  Not such a huge draught range as the Islington CB Co, but a more relaxed atmosphere. Perfect destination after a sneaky pie from Pie Minister down the road.

Porterhouse is one of Luscious London Pubs.

27. Porterhouse

8.3
21-22 Maiden Ln, London, Greater London
Pub · Charing Cross · 185 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: A massive place though excellently designed, doesn't feel like a warehouse. Great decor, lots of bits to explore. Irish beers you've probably never heard of, good bottle selection too.

The Duke of Wellington is one of Luscious London Pubs.

28. The Duke of Wellington

7.7
119 Balls Pond Rd (at Culford Rd), Dalston, Greater London
Pub · 46 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Down-to-earth pub with good craft beer selection in the heart of Dalston. Not too expensive, friendly staff and unpretentious atmosphere. Food looks good.

BrewDog Shepherd's Bush is one of Luscious London Pubs.

29. BrewDog Shepherd's Bush

8.9
15-19 Goldhawk Rd, London, Greater London
Beer Bar · Shepherd's Bush · 73 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Has a wider range than BrewDog's other London pubs. It's a big space yet retains atmosphere. Great staff and old-school arcade machines. Serves good quality US-style BBQ food.

The Craft Beer Co. is one of Luscious London Pubs.

30. The Craft Beer Co.

55 White Lion St, Islington, Greater London
Beer Bar · 77 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Ridiculous number of beers on tap here, amazing selection. Quite expensive. Comfortable yet buzzy atmosphere, usually busy most days of the week.

The Duke of Cambridge is one of Luscious London Pubs.

31. The Duke of Cambridge

8.4
30 St Peter's St, London, Greater London
Pub · Islington · 62 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: "Organic" gastropub which tries to keep everything local, seasonal and independent. Very Islington, yet down-to-earth. Some good beers you won't find elsewhere, and Dunkertons' awesome Cider on tap.

BrewDog Soho is one of Luscious London Pubs.

32. BrewDog Soho

9.0
21 Poland St, London, Greater London
Beer Bar · Soho · 82 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Another good Brewdog. This one gets super crowded but there is a lot of seating to be found if you explore downstairs. Veggie Haggis melt and Hop-infused chips was amazing, perfect drinking food.

Euston Cider Tap is one of Luscious London Pubs.

33. Euston Cider Tap

188 Euston Rd (at East Lodge), Euston, Greater London
Pub · 35 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Widest range of ciders I've seen in a pub, though not all are great. Try the Pommeau. More relaxed and less crowded than the sister Tap over the road, no-one minds if you walk over with a beer.

The White Horse is one of Luscious London Pubs.

34. The White Horse

8.8
1-3 Parsons Green Ln. (cnr. Ackmar Rd.), London, Greater London
Pub · Hammersmith and Fulham · 78 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: One of the best pubs in West London as far as beer selection goes. Nice laid-back atmosphere, friendly bar staff.

Singer Tavern is one of Luscious London Pubs.

35. Singer Tavern

8.0
1 City Rd, London, Greater London
Bar · Islington · 29 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Large, relaxed bar located in an area with not too many options for good beer - an oasis of sorts. Dark and cosy at night. Friendly staff, Good selection and well kept, reasonable prices.

Holborn Whippet is one of Luscious London Pubs.

36. Holborn Whippet

25-29 Sicilian Ave, London, Greater London
Pub · Holborn and Covent Garden · 97 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Top quality beer and a great range. Friendly staff good for recommendations. Gets very crowded, but good for people watching whilst sitting by the windows.

The Beehive is one of Luscious London Pubs.

37. The Beehive

8.2
Stoneleigh Rd, Tottenham, Greater London
Pub · 19 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Huge place, with foosball, table tennis and a massive beer garden. Retains a chilled vibe. Quite decent beer selection, friendly staff, good food if a bit pricey for the area.

The Faltering Fullback is one of Luscious London Pubs.

38. The Faltering Fullback

8.8
19 Perth Rd (at Ennis Rd), Finsbury Park, Greater London
Pub · 107 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Traditional pub meets beer hall meets massive multi-tiered beer garden - which gets ridiculously crowded in good weather. Good but not great beer, nice Thai food for not a lot of money.

King Charles I is one of Luscious London Pubs.

39. King Charles I

8.0
55-57 Northdown St, Islington, Greater London
Pub · 18 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Traditional single room pub, bonkers stuff on the walls, decent jukebox, really laid-back atmosphere. Beer can be hit and miss but it's definitely unique, and very friendly.

The Lyric is one of Luscious London Pubs.

40. The Lyric

8.3
37 Great Windmill St, Soho, Greater London
Pub · 108 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: How did I walk past this place a gazillion times and not go in? Anyway, great beer selection with quite decent pricing for the area, candles, wood, lots of atmosphere.

Well & Bucket is one of Luscious London Pubs.

41. Well & Bucket

8.5
143 Bethnal Green Rd, London, Greater London
Pub · Tower Hamlets · 90 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Fantastic beer selection though usually very busy and loud on account of the vinyl spinning towards the back of the bar. Good outdoor area.

The Railway Tavern Ale House is one of Luscious London Pubs.

42. The Railway Tavern Ale House

8.3
2 St Jude St, Dalston, Greater London
Pub · Dalston, London, Greater London · 23 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Great Thai food, good beer selection, friendly staff and a nice place to relax, a short walk away from the Dalston main road madness.

The Red Lion is one of Luscious London Pubs.

43. The Red Lion

7.4
14 Kingly St, Soho, Greater London
Pub · 31 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Lovely Sam Smith's pub; cosy, unpretentious, lots of wood panelling. Difficult to find fault in such a combination.

The Craft Beer Co. is one of Luscious London Pubs.

44. The Craft Beer Co.

8.4
11-13 Brixton Station Rd, Brixton, Greater London
Beer Bar · 45 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Quite tiny compared to the other CB pubs, awesome beer as expected. Feels like a Brixton version of the Euston Tap for some reason - which is a good thing ;)

The Taproom is one of Luscious London Pubs.

45. The Taproom

8.1
163 Upper St, Islington, Greater London
Pub · 26 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Often rammed and consequently quite loud but the beer and cider here is fantastic. Perfect for when there's a gig at the union chapel or garage and an injection of hops is required before, or after.

The Cross Keys is one of Luscious London Pubs.

46. The Cross Keys

7.0
31 Endell St, Covent Garden, Greater London
Pub · Covent Garden, Greater London · 29 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Charming little place, a nice refuge from Covent Garden craziness. One of two central pubs serving draught Brodies beer, the Old Coffee House has a better range but this is cosier, and often quieter.

Princess Louise is one of Luscious London Pubs.

47. Princess Louise

8.5
208 High Holborn, London, Greater London
Pub · Holborn and Covent Garden · 105 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Wonderfully epic Victorian Sam Smiths pub; lots of booths, wood and etched glass.

The Craft Beer Co. is one of Luscious London Pubs.

48. The Craft Beer Co.

9.0
168 High Holborn, Covent Garden, Greater London
Beer Bar · 113 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Like the other CBCo pubs, an insane number of beer lines and of course it's all great quality. Well placed for sitting and watching the world go by, can get busy but lots of seating downstairs.

The Harp is one of Luscious London Pubs.

49. The Harp

9.0
47 Chandos Pl, Covent Garden, Greater London
Pub · City of Westminster · 149 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: CAMRA-tastic though don't let that put you off, they pick beers with bold flavour profiles, some are even over 6% ;) Often crowded, with good reason - it's a lovely traditional pub and quite unique.

Crate Brewery is one of Luscious London Pubs.

50. Crate Brewery

9.0
Unit 7, White Building (Queens Yard), London, Greater London
Brewery · Tower Hamlets · 223 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Fantastic pizza (worth the wait), good-not-great beer, wall-to-wall hipsters, reggae/dub/minimal techno music, nice canal-side drinking if you can get a seat (unlikely).

King William IV is one of Luscious London Pubs.

51. King William IV

7.7
816 High Rd (William St), London, Greater London
Pub · Forest · 25 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: The home of Brodies beer, this is a "proper" east London boozer. Insanely cheap, zero pretension, and pictures of the queen everywhere. Ignore the rampant patriotism and enjoy the fantastic beer.

The Bree Louise is one of Luscious London Pubs.

52. The Bree Louise

69 Coburg St (at Euston St), Euston, Greater London
Pub · 65 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: A CAMRA beer festival in pub form, the Bree has a huge selection of cask "ales" and "real" cider, and often smells a bit. Don't expect anything kegged or carbonated. Grumpy staff. Unique.

Lowlander Grand Cafe is one of Luscious London Pubs.

53. Lowlander Grand Cafe

8.1
36 Drury Ln, London, Greater London
Beer Bar · 86 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Not cheap, but a great atmosphere and lots of Belgian beers you can't find in (m)any other places, especially on cask. Staff can be grumpy but they usually know their beer and the food is good.

Edinboro Castle is one of Luscious London Pubs.

54. Edinboro Castle

8.0
57 Mornington Terrace (Delancey St), London, Greater London
Pub · 81 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: You won't be blown away by the drinks selection but the atmosphere is great and there's a massive beer garden, which goes particularly well with Thatcher's Katy cider. Stupidly busy in good weather.

The Mayflower is one of Luscious London Pubs.

55. The Mayflower

9.3
117 Rotherhithe St, London, Greater London
Pub · Surrey Quay · 129 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Lovely cosy old pub. Not a great beer selection but Punk IPA on keg is up to standard, and you can't argue with sitting out on the edge of the Thames when the weather is good.

Cittie of Yorke is one of Luscious London Pubs.

56. Cittie of Yorke

8.6
22 High Holborn, Holborn, Greater London
Pub · 61 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Massive, really old and ornate Sam Smith's pub. Lots of wood, tremendous atmosphere. Well worth a visit.

De Hems is one of Luscious London Pubs.

57. De Hems

8.4
11 Macclesfield St, Soho, Greater London
Pub · 93 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Fairly unique and a good destination when other places in Soho are rammed. Dutch and Belgian beers, laid back place most of the time. Don't go for Bacchus, Liefmanns Kriek is far superior.

Richmond Vault Beer Cellar & Restaurant is one of Luscious London Pubs.

58. Richmond Vault Beer Cellar & Restaurant

8.4
5 Hill Street, Richmond, Greater London
Gastropub · 30 tips and reviews
Old Red Cow is one of Luscious London Pubs.

59. Old Red Cow

8.5
71-72 Long Ln, Farringdon, Greater London
Pub · 59 tips and reviews
The Dovetail is one of Luscious London Pubs.

60. The Dovetail

8.6
9-10 Jerusalem Passage (at Aylesbury St), Clerkenwell, Greater London
Pub · 56 tips and reviews
Dove Freehouse & Kitchen is one of Luscious London Pubs.

61. Dove Freehouse & Kitchen

7.9
24-28 Broadway Market, London, Greater London
Pub · London Fields · 104 tips and reviews
The Northcote Arms is one of Luscious London Pubs.

62. The Northcote Arms

7.9
94 Northcote Rd, London, Greater London
Pub · Northcote · 35 tips and reviews
The Craft Beer Co. is one of Luscious London Pubs.

63. The Craft Beer Co.

128 Clapham Manor St, Clapham, Greater London
Beer Bar · London · 26 tips and reviews
The Slaughtered Lamb is one of Luscious London Pubs.

64. The Slaughtered Lamb

7.5
34-35 Great Sutton St (Northbourgh St), Clerkenwell, Greater London
Pub · 72 tips and reviews
The Salisbury Hotel is one of Luscious London Pubs.

65. The Salisbury Hotel

8.3
1 Grand Parade, Harringay, Greater London
Pub · Haringey · 39 tips and reviews
The Botanist on the Green is one of Luscious London Pubs.

66. The Botanist on the Green

7.2
3-5 Kew Green, Kew, Greater London
Pub · 24 tips and reviews
The Spaniards Inn is one of Luscious London Pubs.

67. The Spaniards Inn

8.6
Spaniards Rd, Hampstead, Greater London
Pub · Hampstead · 83 tips and reviews
The Three Johns is one of Luscious London Pubs.

68. The Three Johns

9.1
73 White Lion St, Islington, Greater London
Pub · 41 tips and reviews
The Bottle Shop is one of Luscious London Pubs.

69. The Bottle Shop

128 Druid St, London, Greater London
Beer Store · Riverside · 15 tips and reviews
Mother Kelly's Bottle Shop and Tap Room is one of Luscious London Pubs.

70. Mother Kelly's Bottle Shop and Tap Room

9.2
251 Paradise Row, London, Greater London
Beer Bar · Bethnal Green North · 73 tips and reviews
Jolly Butchers is one of Luscious London Pubs.

71. Jolly Butchers

8.3
204-208 Stoke Newington High St (cnr of Garnham St), Stoke Newington, Greater London
Gastropub · 80 tips and reviews

72. The King's Arms

8.6
25 Roupell St, Waterloo, Greater London
Pub · 70 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam M: Not a spectacular beer selection but nicely kept, friendly place and cosy. Nice large seating area out the back and Thai food. Off the track somewhat, laid-back atmosphere.