The Union Tavern

"Stayed at the hotel opposite (Crowne Plaza) and came here for dinner by looking at the good reviews. The food was really good - the sirloin steak was amazing and one of the best I have had in London. However, abysmal behavior from the main guy here and also the waiter seemed disinterested to attend properly. Not sure because I was alone or because I have brown skin. Hence, despite the great food, will not visit here again probably."

"Good and well-priced food. A particular highlight were the mussels cooked à-la snail, which might help those put off by snails get a general feel of the flavour/texture. Had the pork and chicken roulade, also very good. Only reason I'm not leaving 5* is the lack of variety in IPA offerings, which I find is a shame. 3 real ales though, and a good choice of lagers."

"Charming old wood floor Victorian pub in the calm eye of the hurricane which is London, and notably the best “mushy peas” in the the U.K., and that’s because they’re not mushy but homemade by a culinarian, ask for extra if you get the fish and chips. My only criticism was the vinegar for the chips was lacking. Imagine they were aiming for something unique and could’ve addressed it if I asked. Also a great place for a conversation as they don’t blare music, just some soft R&B, Van Morrison and occasional alternative tune in the background."

"Outstanding Sunday Roast, great beer variety (including Leffe draught) and really kind staff. I could not recommend this place enough. The food menu looks also very good! Also portions are very big. Such a gem!"

"Very friendly and helpful staff. Nice interior. Good beer. Why only three stars? Two reasons: zero vegan options in the menu. Yes zero. In 2021. Really quite unusual these days. They did offer tofu instead of halloumi but it sounded like an afterthought and without any flavouring. And secondly because the vegetarian option was much less filling than any of the meat based mains: check out the photo - it was mostly leaves, despite being almost £13. Being vegetarian doesn't mean you're not hungry! Had to have extra dessert to make up for it. Oh well, with a better menu, this place could easily get five stars. Especially since the staff were so nice."