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Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19)
The Southampton Arms is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

1. The Southampton Arms

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

LondonistLondonist: The beer selection is now well noted. But we're also fans of the tiny beer yard - get the right seat, and the right beer, and you're sitting in a classic northern pub...in Kentish Town.

French House is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

2. French House

8.2
49 Dean St, London, Greater London
Pub · Soho · 48 tips and reviews

Time Out LondonTime Out London: An evergreen haunt of Soho barflies, the French House should have 'La Marseillaise' playing as you walk in. Read more.

The Chesham Arms is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

3. The Chesham Arms

9.3
15 Mehetabel Rd, London, Greater London
Pub · 21 tips and reviews

Doreen JoyDoreen Joy: This is definitely your new favourite pub. Unless you dislike cosy pubs, lovely beer gardens, friendly staff, and a tight, well-considered range of beers that are kept tip-top.

The Mayflower is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

4. The Mayflower

9.2
117 Rotherhithe St, London, Greater London
Pub · Surrey Quay · 129 tips and reviews

The Wall Street JournalThe Wall Street Journal: Jump off the Overground line at Rotherhithe for a pint and some food at one of London’s best pubs. It takes its name from the ship that took the Pilgrim Fathers to New England in 1620. Read more.

The Ivy House is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

5. The Ivy House

8.7
40 Stuart Rd, Nunhead, Greater London
Pub · 17 tips and reviews

Kieron W.Kieron Woodhouse: Lovely little pub! Nice atmosphere, great beer, live music and good food - what's not to like?

Compton Arms is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

6. Compton Arms

8.7
4 Compton Ave, Islington, Greater London
Pub · Islington · 20 tips and reviews

LondonistLondonist: One of the few proper pubs off Upper Street. Respect the locals. Free Kitkat with hot drink orders!

The Wenlock Arms is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

7. The Wenlock Arms

8.5
26 Wenlock Rd (at Sturt St), Islington, Greater London
Pub · 33 tips and reviews

Andrew W.Andrew White: One of the best selections of craft beer around. Great mix of locals, hipsters & tech workers

Earl of Essex is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

8. Earl of Essex

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

Doreen JoyDoreen Joy: Magnificent beer garden when the weather is good. Probably my favourite pub in the area, with a great rotating selection of beers. Ask to try something if you're not sure.

The Pineapple is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

9. The Pineapple

8.6
51 Leverton St (Railey Mews), Kentish Town, Greater London
Pub · 47 tips and reviews

Olive L.Olive Logie: Super friendly and chilled local pub. Not at all fancy, but great vibes. The Thai food is okay, but enormous servings for your money. I had my 30th here, good times!

The Queen's Head is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

10. The Queen's Head

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

Time Out LondonTime Out London: A super little neighbourhood pub in Bloomsbury with an inspired beer selection, cheese and meat boards, and thoughtful design touches. There’s live music, comedy and a regular quiz. Read more.

Auld Shillelagh is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

11. Auld Shillelagh

8.3
105 Church St., Stoke Newington, Greater London
Pub · 27 tips and reviews

Samantha H.Samantha Henry: Best Guinness outside of Ireland. They don't serve food but you can get deliveries from the local pizza place with a special Shillelagh menu

The Salisbury Hotel is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

12. The Salisbury Hotel

8.3
1 Grand Parade, Harringay, Greater London
Pub · Haringey · 39 tips and reviews

DanDan: Gorgeous grade II listed building with plenty of space inside. A lovely asset to the Haringey community. Pub quiz is good fun too and the food is nice.

The Beer Shop London is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

13. The Beer Shop London

40 Nunhead Green, Nunhead, Greater London
Bar · 7 tips and reviews

Mallory N.Mallory Napolitano: Super cosy, amazing beer selection and staff are friendly & knowledgeable. Can takeaway any beers on bottle and most on tap. My most favourite place to drink in the area!

The Faltering Fullback is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

14. The Faltering Fullback

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

LondonistLondonist: Pool table, hidden rooms, tree-house beer garden, everything covered in Ivy (the plant, not a sluttish bar maid). Could this be the perfect pub? It would be if they did some decent ales.

Bradley's Spanish Bar is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

15. Bradley's Spanish Bar

8.7
42-44 Hanway St, London, Greater London
Dive Bar · West End · 32 tips and reviews

Time Out LondonTime Out London: Bradley’s may call itself a bar, but it’s indisputably one of the West End’s few great pubs, and home to London’s most appealing jukebox, a vinyl-driven, genre-spanning monster. Read more.

The Axe is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

16. The Axe

9.1
18 Northwold Rd, Stoke Newington, Greater London
Pub · 11 tips and reviews

snarklesnarkle: Fantastic range of craft beer, excellent food and a chilled atmosphere. The Sunday roast is well worth it. They don't skimp on the gravy!

The Lyric is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

17. The Lyric

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

Sophie R.Sophie R.: Best pub around there. If you manage to get the table next to the fireplace, keep it as long as you can

The Palm Tree is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

18. The Palm Tree

8.5
127 Grove Rd, London, Greater London
Pub · Bow West · 35 tips and reviews

The GuardianThe Guardian: "Despite the exotic name, this Mile End stalwart is a "proper East End boozer". It has stood in proud isolation ever since its neighbours were demolished by enemy action in the blitz..." Read more.

The Bluecoats is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

19. The Bluecoats

8.5
614 High Rd, Tottenham, Greater London
Pub · Haringey · 4 tips and reviews

Faisal M.Faisal Mahmud: Great local pub, serving lucky chip burgers and craft beers. Still a bit dusty inside but they've got a decent beer garden outfront. Nice staff to boot =)

Priory Arms is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

20. Priory Arms

8.3
83 Lansdowne Way, Stockwell, Greater London
Pub · 20 tips and reviews

LondonistLondonist: Small pub with board games and a good selection of beers on tap. Be prepared to stand

The Harp is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

21. The Harp

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

The GuardianThe Guardian: "An oasis of calm and good cheer amid the noise and chaos of Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square. Real ales, often from local breweries such as Meantime and Ascot Ales, are the draw..." Read more.

Dove Freehouse & Kitchen is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

22. Dove Freehouse & Kitchen

8.0
24-28 Broadway Market, London, Greater London
Pub · London Fields · 104 tips and reviews

DAZED AND CONFUSEDDAZED AND CONFUSED: This award winning gastropub is definately worth a gander Read more.

Jerusalem Tavern is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

23. Jerusalem Tavern

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

Time Out LondonTime Out London: This pub isn’t big but it is still possible to get lost in its two rooms. That might be down to the oddly green colour scheme or the cracking beer from St Peter’s Brewery in Suffolk. Read more.

The Marksman Pub is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

24. The Marksman Pub

8.1
254 Hackney Rd, London, Greater London
Pub · Tower Hamlets · 51 tips and reviews

Roberto B.Roberto Bua: One of my favourite restaurants in London. Their Sunday lunch is the best in the city, no wonder they got a Bib Gourmand, the quality of the food is outstanding! Make sure you leave space for dessert.

The Black Horse is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

25. The Black Horse

7.0
195 Evelyn Street, Deptford (Hood Street), London, Greater London
Pub · Evelyn · 4 tips and reviews
The Coach & Horses is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

26. The Coach & Horses

7.5
29 Greek St, Soho, Greater London
Pub · 59 tips and reviews

LondonistLondonist: London's first vegetarian pub. Norman's moved on but the bar still advertises Double Diamond.

The Spread Eagle is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

27. The Spread Eagle

8.6
224 Homerton High St, London, Greater London
Pub · Wick · 8 tips and reviews

Dimitra E.Dimitra Evangelou: Great food, relaxed atmosphere and dog friendly! What more to ask?

The Bricklayer's Arms is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

28. The Bricklayer's Arms

7.5
32 Waterman St, Putney, Greater London
Pub · Wandsworth · 14 tips and reviews

S. J.S. J.: Cosy old pub - ranked #3 best in England. Real Ales only so don't expect any junk like Foster's - keeping out the riff raff! Knowledgable and friendly staff. Big warning: cash only!

Pembury Tavern is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

29. Pembury Tavern

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

Falk F.Falk Fuhrmann: I love this place. Great staff, great food, great beers, great people - But now it's time to move further north. But sure will come and visit from time to time.

The Ealing Park Tavern is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

30. The Ealing Park Tavern

222 South Ealing Rd, London, Greater London
Gastropub · Northfield · 19 tips and reviews

Michael G.Michael Greer: Historic coaching inn with it's own micro-brewery. Famed for it's family Sunday roasts and fine selection of beers. Steadily regaining it's reputation as one of the finest gastropubs in London.

31. Lady Mildmay

9.1
92 Mildmay Park, London, Greater London
Pub · Islington · 13 tips and reviews

Natasha R.Natasha Rooney: Delicious food and great local beer in the newly renovated lady Mildmay. Lucky for us it's at the end of the road!

The Duke of Hamilton is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

32. The Duke of Hamilton

7.0
23-25 New End (at Heath St.), Hampstead, Greater London
Pub · 16 tips and reviews

Rob K.Rob Kniaz: Now reopened. Refurbished and under new management. Best boozer in Hampstead!

The Cross Keys is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

33. The Cross Keys

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

Matt R.Matt Roach: Very cosy (and warm) pub with an incredible amount of Xmas decorations. Friendly staff too.

Crown & Anchor is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

34. Crown & Anchor

8.4
246 Brixton Rd (at Ingleton St), London, Greater London
Pub · Brix · 47 tips and reviews

Adam S.Adam Smith: One of the best bars in the area. Good food. If you're not sure what to have, ask the bar staff for some tips!

The Pride of Spitalfields is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

35. The Pride of Spitalfields

8.5
3 Heneage St (Brick Ln), London, Greater London
Pub · Spitalfields and Banglatown · 50 tips and reviews

TingTing: Cozy cheap local bar which feels like you're having a pint in your living room complete with a cute kitty which roams around the couches.

The Dove is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

36. The Dove

8.8
19 Upper Mall, Hammersmith, Greater London
Pub · 73 tips and reviews

LondonistLondonist: Good pub. Yes, very good pub. But head a few doors west to see the place where the Victorian Internet (AKA the telegraph) was invented, and William Morris lived.

The Virgin Queen is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

37. The Virgin Queen

8.7
Goldsmiths Row (Goldsmiths Square), London, Greater London
Pub · Hackney · 4 tips and reviews

George E.George Etherington: Lovely chilled pub with exceptional food

The Hemingford Arms is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

38. The Hemingford Arms

8.6
158 Hemingford Rd (Offord Rd), London, Greater London
Pub · Barnsbury · 29 tips and reviews

Joan C.Joan Cardona: One of the most impressive local pubs. It's worth it just to see the random decoration. They have live music, good beers and it's also cheap! 10/10

Royal Oak is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

39. Royal Oak

7.6
44 Tabard St, Southwark, Greater London
Pub · 20 tips and reviews

Tom P.Tom Payne: One of the best Sunday roasts in London. Great food other days too - steak and ale pie is to die for. All home made, even the chips and very generous portions.

The Sun Tavern is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

40. The Sun Tavern

8.5
441 Bethnal Green Rd, London, Greater London
Bar · Bethnal Green North · 33 tips and reviews

Armelle D.Armelle De Oliveira: Funniest toilets in East London. No spoiler. Go and see by yourself.

The City Barge is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

41. The City Barge

8.0
27 Strand on the Green, London, Greater London
Pub · 25 tips and reviews

HISTORY UKHISTORY UK: This pub is named after the Maria Wood, an ornate steamboat used by the Lord Mayor for official occasions, built in 1816 and moored nearby. This pub also starred in the Beatles film Help!

The White Horse is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

42. The White Horse

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

The GuardianThe Guardian: "Various good quality sandwiches (home-cured honey roast ham; deep-fried cod cheek with lettuce and salad cream), and bar snacks of the ploughman's, potted crab, and pork pie variety...." Read more.

Stormbird is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

43. Stormbird

8.4
25 Church St, Camberwell, Greater London
Beer Bar · 32 tips and reviews

Nicholas L.Nicholas Lativy: Great selection of beers. Try something from the excellent Siren Craft Brew, this is one of the few pubs in London to have their beers on tap.

The Railway Tavern Ale House is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

44. The Railway Tavern Ale House

8.0
2 St Jude St, Dalston, Greater London
Pub · Dalston, London, Greater London · 23 tips and reviews

Brad T.Brad Tubb: Great selection of beers and ales here. Also serves huge portions of Thai food. Has problems with card payments sometimes so get cash out from the nearby convenience store

The Belrose is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

45. The Belrose

94 Haverstock Hill, London, Greater London
Pub · No tips or reviews
The Culpeper is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

46. The Culpeper

8.8
40 Commercial St, London, Greater London
Pub · Spitalfields and Banglatown · 88 tips and reviews

KK: Lovely roof terrace - make sure to check that out. Service in bar downstairs was slow but it was a Thursday night. Food in the restaurant was good if a little expensive for a pub.

The Prospect of Whitby is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

47. The Prospect of Whitby

8.2
57 Wapping Wall (at Trafalgar Ct), Wapping, Greater London
Pub · 103 tips and reviews

Time Out LondonTime Out London: Drink in London history at the Prospect, a building in Wapping that dates back to the 1520s and claims to be the city’s oldest riverside inn.

The Hare & Billet is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

48. The Hare & Billet

7.6
1A Hare & Billet Rd, Blackheath, Greater London
Gastropub · 33 tips and reviews

LondonistLondonist: Less busy than the rammed Princess of Wales, probably because of no outside seating, but a table by the windows gives a lovely view of the Heath. Ales on tap, too.

Princess Louise is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

49. Princess Louise

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

Time Out LondonTime Out London: This princess is actually the queen of Yorkshire brewer Samuel Smith’s collection of central London pubs. Read more.

The Hansom Cab is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

50. The Hansom Cab

6.9
84-86 Earls Court Rd, London, Greater London
Pub · Abingdon · 23 tips and reviews

Edd C.Edd Codrington: Always good range of craft beers and ales on cask, keg and can/bottle. Food's good and sensibly priced (for Ldn) especially the starters/snacks which are large

The Craft Beer Co. is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

51. The Craft Beer Co.

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

UntappdUntappd: Newly opened and ready to please - follows similar suit as the Leather Lane location, but even better! You won't be disappointed.

Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

52. Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese

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

Time Out LondonTime Out London: This Fleet Street landmark was rebuilt back in 1667 ('in the reign of King Charles II'), and its seventeenth-century history is in large part responsible for its twenty-first-century appeal. Read more.

East Dulwich Tavern is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

53. East Dulwich Tavern

7.8
1 Lordship Ln. (Goose Green), East Dulwich, Greater London
Pub · East Dulwich · 21 tips and reviews

Jackie B.Jackie Brown: Great for a leisurely afternoon drink. Take a group of friends or watch the world go by at an outside table.

The Prince Alfred is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

54. The Prince Alfred

6.5
5A Formosa St, London, Greater London
Pub · Little Venice · 31 tips and reviews

Baran v.Baran von Isik: One of the most beautiful and well preserved pubs in London. Partitions and minuscule doors in between are classic. The restaurant on the back side is delicious.

Mc & Sons is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

55. Mc & Sons

8.1
160 Union St, London, Greater London
Irish Pub · Southwark · 9 tips and reviews

Louise O.Louise Organ: Good for groups, spacious, and friendly staff.

Mr Fogg's Tavern is one of Time Out's 57 Best Pubs in London (March '19).

56. Mr Fogg's Tavern

8.5
58 St Martin's Ln (1 New Row), Covent Garden, Greater London
Pub · City of Westminster · 35 tips and reviews

57. The Tankard

7.6
111 Kennington Rd (Brook Drive), London, Greater London
Bar · London · 6 tips and reviews

John W.John Wilkins: Excellent beer selection as expected from a Draft House pub. Surprising secret roof terrace too!