Ale houses in London

“Love this place! This is the first micro pub I've been to and I absolutely love it! Nice and cosy. Encourages talking to each other. Beers are excellent, well-chosen and kept, and *very* reasonably priced. Decent cider too. My new favourite pub in Greenwich, along with The Pelton Arms, and closely followed by The Crown.”

“A friendly, off-the beaten track local pub, serving great ales direct from the cask. Very traditional interior, and the locals are engaged in funny conversations and banter. This was a great pit stop on our long walk. I think this was how all pubs used to be - a genuine meeting place rather than somewhere to extract money out of you - I hope it never changes!”

“My new favourite pub in the neighborhood! Finally found a spot in Clapham which feels authentic and truly local. Love the cosy interiors and the super nice outdoor garden. Owners are so friendly and beers are great. Just love this place :)”

“Just wanted to update on my old review. As always a great selection of cask, keg and ciders plus the more exotic cans and bottles in the fridge. From IPAs to sours and stouts, the Belle has it all. They do have a wide selection of gins and mixers too so if that's your bag you'll be satisfied with what they've got.”

“We have been going to this wonderful real ale pub since Ray opened just over 3 years ago and have to say it's got better and better. His ales are kept superbly and the atmosphere (especially Sunday lunchtimes) is friendly and lively. Highly recommend”

“Great pint! Great atmosphere! Great service! A very welcoming pub, and the price is right!I highly recommend! Alan.”

“The Temple Brew House should be your next evening out in town. The food was delicious and the drinks were fab, all reasonably priced. The staff were super friendly and approachable! The venue looked great and most importantly had such a great atmosphere! A little music would have been nice as background noise, though this may just have been off as there was a game on the TV, however this did not detract from the evening!”

“Home of the f.a.b. scooter club, lovely pub for live bands and Djs on a sat nite.”

“New landlady & landlord. New decor. New clientele. Apparently a super beer garden in the planning. Friendly welcome...Onwards & upwards!”

“Dropped in here for a couple of drinks on a dry but cold November evening on my way home. Some more hardy customers were still enjoying the lovely seating area out front but I was made very welcome inside. Both staff members that I spoke to were extremely friendly and almost insistent that they brought my drink to my table (without a suggestion of a service charge). Also offering me a bottle of tap water, which I sensibly accepted. The cosy atmosphere was really lovely. Definitely more of a wine/cocktail bar with food, rather than a gastropub, but it suited my purpose perfectly. I didn’t try the food, hopefully next time.”

“Lovely pub a few minutes from Camberwell with great Sandwiches & Roasts on Sunday”

“Very friendly pub has got a lot better since the new management has taken over the food is great and the service is also great, all the staff are friendly and helpfull”

“I came here for an event at the weekend and had a lovely time! Really cute cosy pub, amazing food options and well priced drinks which is a bonus. The bartender Mitch was really nice and accommodating! My friends and I all agreed to come back soon for a proper meal!”

“The staff were really friendly. When I told them that I wasn't a big drinker and needed help, they gave me great recomendations! The pub is clean, the toilets were clean and we'll stocked. And I'll definitely be coming back.”

“We visited the restaurant on Xmas Eve, great atmosphere. Our waitress all evening was Jo, she was really helpful when it came to knowing the menu, my husband had the lamb, which he loved, I had the sea bass and was looking forward to the flower pot afters, Jo even checked to make sure there were still some left. We didn’t just get left, but we were asked were our courses ok and whether we wanted any more drinks. A great time was had by all. Thank you”

“We had the most fantastic experience! We have been looking for a whisky shop to help extend our knowledge with whiskeys and the staff were both incredibly friendly and useful. Callum, Keith and George were especially helpful and kind during the busy bank holiday weekend! Definitely coming back in the future! Would highly recommend!”

“Absolutely lovely peri peri chicken We had a full chicken platter Peri peri chicken burger meal and a beef burger meal Very tender the chicken the beef was also perfectly cooked . Thanks ❤️”

“Ulysses served me the best pint of Guinness I’ve had so far in London. Top praise from an Irishman”

“Pretty much your standard spoons. Lots of dark wood with the usual seating options available. It was reasonably busy when we were there but the staff were doing a good job of keeping the place clean and tidy. The staff were pleasant and cheerful and the Guinness was excellent as was the Doom Bar”

“I came when the kitchen had just closed for lunch but the were kind enough to serve me still. I really appreciate that the didn't turn me away, I felt a welcomed and the atmosphere was nice. I would definitely consider coming back.”

“I Really enjoyed my stay, I will be using the hotel again for business trips, good location close to Kings Cross. There is a good cafe next door for all day breakfasts.”

“Been to a lot of Turkish restaurants and this was the best. The lamb shish was the most tender I’ve had.”

“Great selection of constantly changing beers, both draught and in cans - as well as a great selection of spirits and ciders. All served by friendly and helpful staff - a gem of a pub!”

“Good old fashioned hospitality to be found here! Great selection of drinks and friendly locals. Highly recommended foe Sunday lunch.”

“The absolute antidote to chain pubs. It should win an award for packing eons of nostalgia into a small, brilliant eclectic space. Quirky. Tiny. Lovely. The local you wish you had.”

“Genuinely fantastic. Amazing to find such a quaint place so central. Best steak I have had in a long time, great, personable service and amazing wine. Desert also awesome! Thank you!”

“Lovely little pub in Kentish Town. Loads of free comedy shows throughout the week downstairs which is the reason for my visit. Staff behind the bar are very friendly and the prices for drinks are reasonable. Didn’t get a chance to enjoy the outside drinking area due to the season but it looks nice.”

“Chesham Arms is a hidden gem of a pub located on a quiet back street that offers a lively and cosy atmosphere. The pub boasts a warm and inviting fireplace that adds to the overall charm on cold nights. The large beer garden is a real highlight, providing ample space for groups of friends to enjoy a pint in the sunshine on a hot day. Nice selection of beers with a range of local and international brews available. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, always happy to offer recommendations to those unsure of what to order. Great spot for an evening out with friends or a weekend afternoon in the beer garden. Its cosy atmosphere and friendly staff make it a must-visit for anyone looking for a welcoming and authentic pub experience.”

“Best Italian I've been to in the UK. Food was really exceptional tasty hot and plentiful, we really couldn't fault it. Happy to be served by a happy helpful Anna was so refreshing, she was very efficient. I thoroughly recommend this place for food, staff, atmosphere and a nicely decorated and very clean place. I bet its lovely in the garden on a sunny day too. We wished we lived nearer. Glad we booked as it soon filled up within 15 minutes of us arriving.”

“Very homely tiny pub with a very nice interior and a feel to it. Has a traditional pub-cum-dive bar feel to it with a good old smell of stale beer and alcohol soaked curtains flirting with mould. :) Really cool intimate place. Will definitely be bringing people here. Very unique.”