City Pubs London

At the Cheshire Cheese, the menu is a celebration of British pub classics with a modern twist. Indulge in dishes like cider-battered hake or traditional lamb hot pot or burgers, perfectly paired with the pub's selection of craft beers and wines.

It's the perfect venue for a relaxed lunch or dinner after exploring the city, with flavours as rich as the pub's history.

Found smack bang in the City of London, Crutched Friar is a popular spot for after-work imbibers. Whether you settle in the cosy boozer or its sprawling beer garden, you can enjoy traditional British food alongside happy hour cocktails and thirst-quenching beers.

A comfy stroll away from Monument, Cannon Street and Bank, The Vintry is a friendly Fuller's pub with a slick cocktail lounge hiding in the basement. Naturally perfect for a business meet or drinks after work, there's more than 170 wines from across the world as well as a decent selection of craft beer, lager and cask ales.

Sitting pretty on Charterhouse Square is Fox & Anchor, a true cracker of a pub-cum-boutique-hotel popular with city workers and visitors to London alike. Grand mahogany, etched glass and heavy brass features characterise this Victorian boozer, with excellent and seasonal British food matched by an excellent range of cask ales and craft spirits. Fancy lingering into the night and saving the fare on a cab home? Don't blame you; there's 6 elegant boutique hotel rooms if you fancy an overnight stay.

Tucked away in the heart of the City, The Corn Exchange is a newly reimagined pub offering a sophisticated yet welcoming escape from the corporate grind. With a subtle Irish twist and timeless décor, it's an ideal spot for everything from business lunches and after-work drinks to full-scale private events.

Enjoy a glass from the extensive wine cellar, tuck into one of Sonya's fresh-made sandwiches, or catch live sport with a pint in hand. The Corn Exchange also caters for larger occasions, with weekend hire options and packages for up to 200 guests, perfect for conferences, parties, or team socials.

The Hydrant is the latest boozer to open in Monument with a penchant for pints of craft beer, contemporary cool interiors and that authentic British character that us pub goers cherish. With 15 draught lines, local ales and bottles to boot, The Hydrant serve up tasting sessions and mixology classes with their pints or cocktails. 

If you're looking for somewhere slick to wet your whistle, Bishop's Vaults is a grand spot. While surrounded by unique artwork and intimate lighting, get to know the fabulous menu, which includes wine, cocktails and charcuterie boards.

Lamb Tavern is part of the very fabric of the city pub scene. A pillar of a public house since 1780, it's a magnificent three-storey boozer that overlooks the iconic Leadenhall Market. There's #ThirstAiders to take your order without the fuss of queuing at the bar and classic pub grub that goes nicely with the choice of Young's cask ales, wines and spirits.

Pop over to The Factory House to wet your whistle and you'll be privy to an extensive selection of wine. But if you're actually in the mood for a cocktail? They've got them too. Plus there are lots of tasty food options to get stuck into.

The Swan Tavern can be found in the City of London offering rich furnishings and a classic, homely feel. Fronting Edwardian features, leather stools and an ornate ceiling, it's a stunner. The menu features a selection of droolworthy eats like tuna toasties and traditional Scotch eggs, washed down with a refreshing pint.

Located on Wilson Street, The Flying Horse is a top-notch venue for after-work antics or date nights alike. Head on into its laidback space for a few pints of the good stuff, alongside some hearty pub fare. Sports fan? It also streams all the big games on its HD screens.

This charming boozer oozes history, with one bar named after the poet John Keats, who was born in a stable that was where the pub is located. As well as offering a hearty selection of scrumptious pub grub, its cosy atmosphere and central location makes it a real winner.

Situated in The City of London, The Sugar Loaf boasts an impressive selection of cask ales and tasty liquors. It also happens to front a menu filled to the brim with chicken mushroom pies, grilled fillet of salmon and house cooked nachos.

Moorgate promises all the hustle and bustle of the City, but there's one pub promising to be a retreat from all of that. Head on down to Finch's as this charming boozer promises quaint, floral interiors, British classics and pints aplenty. 

Nestled in the heart of the City, The Lamb & Trotter is a charming hideaway just a stone's throw from all the action. Offering all the classic quirks of a British boozer, it's a perfect place to quench your thirst with their impressive collection fine wine and global beer.

The Viaduct Tavern is an authentic London City pub, located in the heart of the City near St. Pauls. A must for lovers of London's history; originally built as a Victorian gin palace, the pub has seen it's residency range from opium den, to great City pub. Book your place at this London pub with us online. 

A warm, traditional pub with contemporary touches, The Perseverance is the perfect place to wet the whistle when you're in Holborn. Make your way over to try out the selection of international wines and draught beers, not to mention droolworthy pizzas from Dinner For One Hundred.

The Tokenhouse is a modern City bar in Moorgate and offers a flexible, unpretentious space, perfect for lunch or drinks. This exciting Moorgate venue is a glittering example of Square Mile style, and ideal for intimate gatherings or large parties. The Tokenhouse is a modern place with a modern menu - seeking to serve up the very best of British cuisine. Book now.

An elegant boozer in the heart of Bishopsgate, The Woodins Shades is a popular local haunt for elevated pub classics in a cosy setting. As for drinks, this joint is home to a fantastic selection of ale, gin and more.

The Cheshire Cheese is your typical traditional pub located in the heart of London. With a wide variety of pub favourites and a selection of lagers, cocktails, spirits and wines, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Boasting a prime location in the City, it's no wonder why this place has a constant buzz.

The Punch Tavern is a charming and cosy London pub close to St Pauls. With regular lunch and dinner meal specials and a friendly and hospitable staff, this is a gem of a City pub in London. Fantastic homely, British-led comfort food combined with the grand Victoriana features make this a top London pub. 

If you love the warmth of a traditional pub with a modern twist, The Wren Tavern is your go-to in the City of London.

Located on Watling Street, this elegant yet laid-back spot serves British classics with bold flavours, from Harissa spiced lamb wraps to fresh oysters. Add in a top-tier whiskey selection and a vibrant cocktail bar downstairs, and you've got a city pub that delivers on every front.

In the heart of the City, you'll find The Last Judgement sporting dazzling interiors thanks to being housed in a former bank building. It maintains the high ceilings, laced with gold and now equipped with sparkling chandeliers. Take a seat in the main dining area to enjoy a crisp pint of beer and pair it with one of its many seasons, British dishes. Think steak with bone marrow and blue cheese, sausage and mash, plus fish and chips.

Searching for fun bars in the City? Located under Cannon Street, The Cannick Taps is keeping you on your toes with weekly food and drink deals, a cracking bottomless brunch and an impressive selection of craft ales and cocktails. What's more, the underground spot also hosts regular quizzes.

It's the excellent meat and wine selection that earns this Chiswell Street pub such rave reviews. The focus is on delivering fresh and seasonal game, wild fish and shellfish dishes alongside lip-smacking libations. The wine is comprehensive, and it slots in neatly next to a lovely list of cask ales including their very own Jugged Hare pale ale!

Long Arm Pub and Brewery is a great after-work spot. Along with a pool table and burger menu, they also freshly brew their own beer which is then served directly to customers.

Riverside views of the Shard and Tower of London are worth the trip to the Oyster Shed alone. Once inside there's a fine glass of wine with your name on it, and a corker of a menu brimming with fresh British fare if you're looking to chow down. It's a quirky space with an airy ambience, and it's available to hire for up to 400 guests.

On the hunt for a cool pub in the City of London? The Star By Liverpool Street is a contemporary boozer with unique interiors, lively sports screenings and even a couple of themed karaoke booths. Head on over for delicious drinks and top-notch grub.

Found in the heart of Farringdon, The Castle is a superb spot for a couple of after-work drinks. The traditional boozer pours a fantastic array of pints, wines and cocktails, plus it slings out delicious pub grub on the regular, all in a cosy setting.

The Hope is just a stone's throw from Smithfield Market, fronting the likes of steaming pies and local craft ale. Better yet, pop upstairs to the 'Juniper Room', where there's gin and cocktails aplenty for anyone who doesn't fancy a pint.

The Alice offers excellent food, wallet-friendly drinks and a comfy atmosphere in the shadow of the Gherkin. The menu has everything from an 'under 500 calories' section to a neat selection of pizzas, and well-made classic cocktails are all yours for £7.45 each.

Found in the very centre of the city, just a few short strides away from St. Paul's, The Albion is a warm and relaxed pub for your after work needs. There's a good strong menu of classic pub feeds - we're talking fresh cod & chips, burgers and daily specials - and the pub is known for its extensive wine selection and award-winning real ales. It's also a great place to watch sport, with five plasma screens covering Sky Sports, ESPN and Premiere Sports.

Harrild & Sons is a stylish bar with a wood-furnished interior serving real ales and an eclectic food menu. The boozer is decorated in moody decor like skull portraits, a copper-topped bar, and an airy skylight, offering a 5cc secret drinking den for premium whiskies and cocktails. As for food, the menu includes upscale pub grub such as wagyu burgers, crispy duck salad, and grilled lobster with chips.

Just a short way from Cannon Street station, this charming pub is one of the best bars in the city. With classic British fare coming out of the kitchen and great beers and ales on tap, its one of the top spots for after work drinks in London.

Perched on Lime Street, The Bunch of Grapes is a cool City pub that fronts burgundy ceilings, golden chandeliers and a private function room that's available to hire for birthdays, engagement parties and more. You'll be able to sip on a crips pint of lager or Guinness here, as well as tuck into award-winning pies filled with chicken and truffled oyster mushrooms. 

Somewhere between satisfying a traditional pub spec and a modern bar, Balls Brothers in Minster Court is a capsule of old world charm and contemporary edge. Serving up a menu of classic English nosh, you can tuck into delicious food and enjoy their timeless atmosphere whilst knocking back some of their signature cocktails. 

Just a hop, skip and a jump from Holborn station, Editor's Tap is a fun and vibrant place to drink in the City. The Fetter Lane boozer is serving up juicy burgers, craft ales and speciality gins. What's more, it also screens a range of different sports on its 10 TVs.

A proper city pub if we ever did see one, The Running Horse beckons those who work in Aldgate into its industrial-style interiors and up to its glossy blue bar where it serves fresh beer straight from the tank. It also sports a mouthwatering food menu that features small plates such as spare ribs, buttermilk fried chicken, 'nduja croquettes, as well as bacon cheeseburgers and topped flatbreads. 

Sitting pretty just shy of St Pauls' Cathedral is humble boozer and affordable Young's favourite, The Paternoster. Head on down for top London pints and a welcoming roster of pub grub and British plates. 

Searching for a first-class City boozer? Look no further than Three Tuns Aldgate. Located on Jewry Street, this local spot has plenty on offer, including pies galore, a rooftop terrace and plenty of indoor (or outdoor) space for catching all the sporting action.

Whether you're searching for a boozer to have a catch up with pals, or for a delicious meal, then The Ganton Arms has got you covered. This fabulous boozer is not only offering up contemporary interiors, but also are serving some mouthwatering food and drink.

The Windsor is a traditional boozer located just moments away from Fenchurch Street station. Expect traditional interiors, complete with patterned carpets, comfy leather booths and wooden furnishings, as well as TV screens showing all the biggest live sport on Sky and TNT.

They offer a fantastic range of Cask Mark Accredited real ales, craft bottled beer and spirits, as well as a cracking pub menu - ranging from chicken tikka masala to blue cheese beef burgers and breaded scampi with chips.

Stunning decor and domed ceilings set the scene for wining and dining at The Trading House. Nestled in the heart of the City, this is the perfect place for tucking into breakfast, soaking up cocktails and getting cosy over great food and drinks.

Nestled away in the heart of Leadenhall Market is Old Tom's, a secret and atmospheric bolthole for your after work drink needs. Topple down the stairs and find an old-fashioned hangout complete with wall tiles from the 19th century; the pub specialises in cheese and charcuterie boards as well as a drinks offering that features excellent craft beer, wine, gin and whiskey.

For delicious food, bar snacks and drinks, head to The Clerk And Well for a top-notch and rather lush pub. Situated in Farringdon, the venue slings out smoked pineapple mojitos, jalapeno margaritas and other dazzling drinks.

The George Inn prides itself on being London's last remaining Galleried Inn and is just a stone's throw from London Bridge station and perfect for drinks in the summer thanks to its lovely beer garden. Set in an open-air courtyard, The George Inn is the best example of a traditional London pub!

The Crosse Keys is known for its selection of great real ales, and is an excellent J.D Wetherspoons pub close to Bank station. This City pub is great for a quick and affordable lunch and is always buzzing with the lively after work crowd.

Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese is a traditional London tavern-like pub that can date its roots back to the 16th century. It is found on Fleet Street and oozes history and romanticism, full of tight corridors and hidden rooms with wooden beams. A Sam Smith's brewery pub with fantastic ales and lagers and serves the cheapest beer in London.