London's Best Pies

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By Marcus Sanigar Food, Drink & Events Copywriter, DesignMyNight 10-year hospitality, travel and events expert, writing for Expedia, Trainline and more. Last updated on 4th February 2026

A beer and a pie in the pub is as English as it gets. London pubs have always been committed to maintaining this tradition and many seek to create the best 'pub pie' experience possible. From homely pub pies, to weird and wonderful experiments, check out our recommended list of the best pub pies in London, and who knows, you could be tucking into some of them very very soon...




The Pilgrim Pub

  • 247 Kennington Lane, SE11 5QU

For those who crave a classic British meal, The Pilgrim Pub in Oval is the place to be. This welcoming pub serves up hearty pub pies that are perfect for satisfying your appetite. Whether you're tucking into a rich steak and ale pie or a delicious chicken, ham and leek creation, each dish is made to order with fresh, quality ingredients.

Pair your pie with a pint from their impressive drinks selection, and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere that makes this pub feel like your home away from home. The rustic wooden interiors and two beer gardens make it an ideal spot to enjoy a comforting meal, no matter the weather.

The Bunch of Grapes

  • 14 Lime Street, EC3M 7AN

The Bunch of Grapes can be found on Lime Street in the City, offering award-winning pies and a cosy atmosphere. You'll find golden light fixtures dangling from burgundy ceilings, dark wooden furnishings and a friendly vibe here, as well as your favourite pint or a glass of red. On the menu? Chicken, mushroom and cider, steak and ale or a vegan mushroom and red wine option.

Spread Eagle

  • 39-41 Katharine Street, CR0 1NX

The Spread Eagle Croydon is all about two things: pies and ale. Going down perfectly with a pint, their pies are homemade with the finest ingredients, featuring traditional recipes with a tasty twist. And once you've had your fill, head up to their playhouse, which hosts the finest in theatre, comedy and film.

Piehole Shoreditch

  • 124 Shoreditch High Street, E1 6JE

Named after the delicious eats that they sling out, Piehole is a sleek diner-style pub on Shoreditch High Street that cooks up hearty servings of pie and mash. Get your hands on delicious fillings like steak and blue cheese or jackfruit, all costing just £9.95 each.

They also offer bottomless brunches on Saturdays, where you can get a full pie, mash and sides plus an hour of unlimited beer for just £30.95. But if you head downstairs? You'll find a 100-year old vault that's home to a huge variety of wines and sharing boards - perfect for date night.

Earl of Derby

  • 87 Dennett's Road, SE14 5LW

Between New Cross and Peckham you'll find Earl of Derby, a restored Victorian pub that's got all the traditional, charming features with the friendly local vibes to match.

The kitchen here is Gengelly's - run by chefs George Genn and Laurence Pengelly, formerly of Good as Gold in Brockley. Think elegant chicken and chorizo pies, plus a vegan option of mushroom and leek.

The Carpenters Arms

  • 12 Seymour Place, W1H 7NE

The Carpenters Arms is a Marylebone pub found near Marble Arch and the edge of Hyde Park, fronting gorgeous Victorian interiors alongside a charming frontage adorned with plants. Take a seat inside or outside to have pints accompanied by Pieminister pies with mash, peas and gravy. Choose between beef with stilton, classic steak and ale, jackfruit steak and ale or chicken.

Lasdun Restaurant

2 courses for £32, 3 courses for £38 set menu

  • Lasdun Restaurant, National Theatre, Upper Ground, SE1 9PX

From the pair behind the iconic East London public house, The Marksman, Lasdun serves up brilliant seasonal British dishes from its home in the National Theatre. For one week only, in celebration of British Pie Week, it's expanding its menu to include three super generous, shareable pies.

They're giving you a choice of chicken and preserved cep, cod cheek and lobster or a sweet rhubarb and almond. There's no need to pre-order, just get down here between 2nd and 7th March to tuck in.

The Admiralty

  • 66 Trafalgar Square, WC2N 5DS

It's the simple joys in life. And nothing brings joy like a hearty, homemade pie and a pint for us Brits. Steaming with flavour and a signature short crust pastry, The Admiralty knows the importance of the prestigious pub pie.

Packed with delicious fillings and served with a crafty ale or lager you'll be spoilt for choice. Try their tasting board for a selection of mini-pies and matched sample ales.

The Old Bell Tav

  • 95 Fleet Street, EC4Y 1DH

On the lookout for the best pies in London? This City spot should be on your list, with a mouthwatering offering; from chicken and portobello mushroom pies to the mushroom, red wine and tarragon offering or even a little steak and ale number.

The Princess Of Wales

  • 27 Villiers Street, WC2N 6ND

A short walk from Trafalgar Square, this cosy and welcoming Central London pub offers a great range of local craft ales and some delicious pies. From steak and pale ale offerings, to a vegan mushroom version, it's got you covered for hearty stomach-fillers.