Latest reviews for Bars & Pubs in Pimlico, London, United Kingdom

Marquis Of Granby - nice one but there are better by FallenAngel

FallenAngel — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 17:29:54 +0000

Review by FallenAngel

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7227 0941

This is a nice little pub, the beer is pretty good and the food isn't bad either. The staff are friendly and helpful.

There is disabled access although the disabled loo is kept locked. It is not on the RADAR system (as far as I know) so you will need to ask for the key from the bar staff. The other toilets are upstairs.

There is normally a crowd of smokers on the pavement outside which makes access difficult for everyone, as the pavement is quite small. The doors are quite awkward as well for people with mobility issues.

It's a worth a visit but there are better pubs within walking distance on both sides of the river.This is a nice little pub, the beer is pretty good and the food isn't bad either. The staff are friendly and helpful.

There is disabled access although the disabled loo is kept locked. It is not on the RADAR system (as far as I know) so you will need to ask for the key from the bar staff. The other toilets are upstairs.

There is normally a crowd of smokers on the pavement outside which makes access difficult for everyone, as the pavement is quite small. The doors are quite awkward as well for people with mobility issues.

It's a worth a visit but there are better pubs within walking distance on both sides of the river.

The Cardinal - by FallenAngel

FallenAngel — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 17:24:08 +0000

Review by FallenAngel

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7834 7260

Tags: quiet, local, food

I love this pub. It is great. It's a traditional proper English pub right next to Westminster Cathedral (hence the name). The beer is very good and ridiculously inexpensive especially for central London. Because it is out of the way, it is usually quiet. I have not eaten here yet but would not mind betting it is worth a try.
It is probably not everyone's cup of tea (or should that be tipple of choice) but if you want modern and hip go somewhere else. If you want excellent value in a proper setting, with this pub you can't go wrong.
I love this pub. It is great. It's a traditional proper English pub right next to Westminster Cathedral (hence the name). The beer is very good and ridiculously inexpensive especially for central London. Because it is out of the way, it is usually quiet. I have not eaten here yet but would not mind betting it is worth a try.
It is probably not everyone's cup of tea (or should that be tipple of choice) but if you want modern and hip go somewhere else. If you want excellent value in a proper setting, with this pub you can't go wrong.

Brass Monkey - The Brass Monkey by chinbergs

chinbergs — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 10:45:20 +0000

Review by chinbergs

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7834 0553

Website: www.brass-monkeybar.co.uk

Tags: friendly, cool & smart, standard pub food

This is a fairly new (2008) bar, and is clean, trendy enough and quite smart. It's just off from the main centre of Victoria which is a good location as a) it gives you somewhere to go in Victoria and b) is away from the rest of the work crowds who overpopulate the other bars (since there aren't really that many decent places to go in Victoria).

The place looks nice inside - chunky wooden tables, good lighting etc. There's usually background music of pop songs - and it stays as background music, it's never turned up, so you can always hear conversation.

The furniture is a bit of a mix, comfort-wise. The sofas are really comfortable, if you get these. The high tables with high stools, however, might look nice but aren't very comfortable to sit back and relax in.

The food is ok. Standard bar menu (burger, lasagne etc). It's not amazing, but is good enough.

Final note: this is a tiny bar, so don't turn up expecting anything massive. It's function really is a smart bar that you can drop by for an after-work drink, or during work lunch.This is a fairly new (2008) bar, and is clean, trendy enough and quite smart. It's just off from the main centre of Victoria which is a good location as a) it gives you somewhere to go in Victoria and b) is away from the rest of the work crowds who overpopulate the other bars (since there aren't really that many decent places to go in Victoria).

The place looks nice inside - chunky wooden tables, good lighting etc. There's usually background music of pop songs - and it stays as background music, it's never turned up, so you can always hear conversation.

The furniture is a bit of a mix, comfort-wise. The sofas are really comfortable, if you get these. The high tables with high stools, however, might look nice but aren't very comfortable to sit back and relax in.

The food is ok. Standard bar menu (burger, lasagne etc). It's not amazing, but is good enough.

Final note: this is a tiny bar, so don't turn up expecting anything massive. It's function really is a smart bar that you can drop by for an after-work drink, or during work lunch.

Westminster Arms - poor quality food by jlonners

jlonners — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 18:37:14 +0000

Review by jlonners

Rating: 1.00

Phone: 020 7222 8520

Website: http://www.regent-inns.co.uk

Tags: food, beer garden / outside seating, vegetarian dishes

You would expect this to be a decent pub/bar, itâ¬"s near Westminster Bridge and very near to the House of Commons. There are the traditional high backed leather chairs and the long benched leather seats in a green leather (perhaps to mimic its political neighbour), and it all seemed very inviting. It was a freezing cold day so we were very happy to come in hear and order the homemade pie and chips. However both pies where obviously anything but homemade and where in fact some cheap mass produced rubbish. The filling was no existent apart from what looks like the inners of a cowâ¬"s heart. We sent them back and we got free dessert â¬ no refund on the main or replacement?! Strange way of rectifying matters if you ask me. One to avoid, looks like a cosy pub but the food is atrocious.You would expect this to be a decent pub/bar, itâ¬"s near Westminster Bridge and very near to the House of Commons. There are the traditional high backed leather chairs and the long benched leather seats in a green leather (perhaps to mimic its political neighbour), and it all seemed very inviting. It was a freezing cold day so we were very happy to come in hear and order the homemade pie and chips. However both pies where obviously anything but homemade and where in fact some cheap mass produced rubbish. The filling was no existent apart from what looks like the inners of a cowâ¬"s heart. We sent them back and we got free dessert â¬ no refund on the main or replacement?! Strange way of rectifying matters if you ask me. One to avoid, looks like a cosy pub but the food is atrocious.

The Constitution - Good spot for a quick constitutional by chrisp

chrisp — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:58:07 +0000

Review by chrisp

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7834 3651

Tags: relaxed, traditional pub, food

"Traditional" is certainly the word - I didn't know pubs like this still existed in London. From the tiny stools and rickety tables to the weird empty space in the middle of the room, it's very unusual to find an old boozer purely geared towards drinking instead of posey gastropubbery. Clientele is a refreshing mix of builders tucking into gammon & pineapple, pensioners sipping Spitfire and the odd nervous tourist. The atmosphere is workmanlike rather than unfriendly, but the way the tables are arranged (all facing the bar) can make ordering drinks a bit intimidating! However, all things considered the fact that pubs like this are increasingly so rare makes it worth checking out. Pop in before it sells up and becomes an All Bar One."Traditional" is certainly the word - I didn't know pubs like this still existed in London. From the tiny stools and rickety tables to the weird empty space in the middle of the room, it's very unusual to find an old boozer purely geared towards drinking instead of posey gastropubbery. Clientele is a refreshing mix of builders tucking into gammon & pineapple, pensioners sipping Spitfire and the odd nervous tourist. The atmosphere is workmanlike rather than unfriendly, but the way the tables are arranged (all facing the bar) can make ordering drinks a bit intimidating! However, all things considered the fact that pubs like this are increasingly so rare makes it worth checking out. Pop in before it sells up and becomes an All Bar One.

The Jugged Hare - Getting Jugged With It by chrisp

chrisp — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 14:42:22 +0000

Review by chrisp

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7828 1543

Website: http://www.fullers.co.uk

Tags: relaxed, real ale, food

A handsome pub in what I presume is a converted bank, the Jugged Hare serves a good selection of ales and is a Fuller's Pie and Ale pub so will sell you a decent pie as well. There's an attractive gallery section in the high-ceilinged room, and all would be perfect if it weren't for a determinedly rowdy clientele. Not that there's anything illegal in sitting at the end of a bar shouting at the waitresses, I just wish it was.A handsome pub in what I presume is a converted bank, the Jugged Hare serves a good selection of ales and is a Fuller's Pie and Ale pub so will sell you a decent pie as well. There's an attractive gallery section in the high-ceilinged room, and all would be perfect if it weren't for a determinedly rowdy clientele. Not that there's anything illegal in sitting at the end of a bar shouting at the waitresses, I just wish it was.

The Camel - cheap drinks near victoria by lenalouise

lenalouise — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 14:00:17 +0000

Review by lenalouise

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7233 9004

Website: http://www.elusivecamel.com

Tags: cocktails, food, friendly

Me and a few college mates and our lecturer wanted to find somewhere near Victoria that is fairly cheap and were recommended this place for their happy hour drinks. It's just off Wilton road and about 5 minutes walk from the station which is handy for stumbling home.

Happy hour is between 5 and 8. They have a small selection of cocktails for Â£3.50, bottles for Â£2 and wine. We sure did make the most of Â£3.50 cocktails! I recommend the spicy nut, yummy cinnamonny goodness :D

About the place, it's not especially nice. They have comfy seats and their clientele is fairly young. It could be a student's pub really. I'm not sure if it is but it gave the impression of being a bit grotty aswell. When I went, their women's toilets were out of order so the male toilets became unisex toilets. Totally disgusting in there! It was quite funny watching the women who came out who all had a funny expression but I don't want to go through the experience of that again! Nevertheless, one to remember for happy hour drinks.Me and a few college mates and our lecturer wanted to find somewhere near Victoria that is fairly cheap and were recommended this place for their happy hour drinks. It's just off Wilton road and about 5 minutes walk from the station which is handy for stumbling home.

Happy hour is between 5 and 8. They have a small selection of cocktails for Â£3.50, bottles for Â£2 and wine. We sure did make the most of Â£3.50 cocktails! I recommend the spicy nut, yummy cinnamonny goodness :D

About the place, it's not especially nice. They have comfy seats and their clientele is fairly young. It could be a student's pub really. I'm not sure if it is but it gave the impression of being a bit grotty aswell. When I went, their women's toilets were out of order so the male toilets became unisex toilets. Totally disgusting in there! It was quite funny watching the women who came out who all had a funny expression but I don't want to go through the experience of that again! Nevertheless, one to remember for happy hour drinks.

The Clarendon - Typical bar by lenalouise

lenalouise — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 18:40:19 +0000

Review by lenalouise

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7834 5281

Tags: bar, friendly staff, food

The Clarendon is your average nice bar that can be found dotted around most places in London. Drinks prices are normal central London prices. They serve food aswell but I don't think it's very good value for money. Staff are friendly enough and it tends to get packed out with workers from the nearby National Audit Office. Be warned! lolThe Clarendon is your average nice bar that can be found dotted around most places in London. Drinks prices are normal central London prices. They serve food aswell but I don't think it's very good value for money. Staff are friendly enough and it tends to get packed out with workers from the nearby National Audit Office. Be warned! lol