The Jerusalem Tavern

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Wonderful pub oozing charisma and charm 20th December 2008

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Pubs don't get much better than this. The Jerusalem Taverns delivers more or less the perfect formula for a great pub night. It's bustling and very often heaving, it's cozy with the right ambience and it serves exceptional hand crafted beers from a small independent Brewery.

It's been knocking around since 1720 and all those years you feel have been condensed into every inch of a pub that evokes other times - only the clientele remind you that you are in the present day. There are 8 St Peter's Brewery beers on draught at any time - not from handpumps but direct from taps at the back of the oak clad bar. The only bar font is serving the excellent Taddington Lager (aka Moravka)and there is a considerable choice of bottled beers as well as the usual premium spirits and selected wines.

The guy behind the bar let slip that the Jerusalem was struggling to cope and that the Brewery were considering maybe doubling their "estate" to include another hostelry. Good for them although this bijout gem will be hard to replicate.

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Sensational 10th November 2008

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Beautiful little pub, HEAVING with people that love a good quality beer!

great for tourists and locals to enjoy!

do not miss it!

chrisp

Ancient ales 19th August 2008

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A charming pub, tucked away behind St. John's gate in Farringdon. The ancient building oozes character and full marks to the management in bravely serving only organic and independent ales. The bar staff are as friendly as you'd like and they'll even serve your pint in a sturdy plastic glass if you want to soak up the sun outside (or, as on the occasion I visited, huddle in the alleyway and shelter from the rain). Highly recommended, rain or shine.

ONscotland

Best Pub in London? 26th October 2007

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This is probably the best pub in London.
It's small, it's busy, it's closed at weekends. So what makes is so special?
For a start, it's owned by an independent brewer, St. Peters, who are based in Suffolk.
So if you want Stella or Strongbow or any of those other well known brands, look elsewhere. (And thankfully, fans of the aforementioned do).
The building dates from 1720, and inside you'll find a welcoming coal fire, which make the wooden chairs and benches slightly more comfortable!
All the beers and ales are naturally from the St Peters brewery, and the wooden pumps are built into the wall behind the bar. Bottled beers are also served, in beautiful oval bottles, and the service is friendly.
There's also a food menu, however I haven't sampled that yet.
The pub can be extremely busy, especially when the Clerkenwell and City set leave work, but if you can avoid the very busiest times, you'll find a charming venue to wile away the hours.