Address: 40 Henrietta St, London, WC2E 8RF, United Kingdom
Phone: +442073790923
Rating: 4.2
based on 347 reviews.
Food Quality
Pros:
"We had fish and chips, favourites platter and mac and cheese, all of which were good."
"Steak was OK and the gammon were more like chops. Platter was really nice and the plate cleared in no time."
"The fish and chips here are pretty good if you’re looking for something to eat."
"The food is truly an exceptional representation of traditional British pub fare."
"The fish is always fresh and perfectly cooked, with a crispy golden batter that's simply irresistible."
"The food was very good I had the steak and ale pie and my mom and dad had a burger."
"The food (I had a burger and fries) was very tasty and a good sized portion."
Cons:
"Pulled pork Nachos were very poor, 12 quid for a packet of Doritos and a dribble of a sort of meat source down the middle."
"not sure what I was expecting but the food wasn't nice. I ordered chicken breast which ended up having bone in it? the bread crumb was soggy and the side salad didn't taste fresh."
"Food was alright, it was definitely proper nacho chips used, however their salsa and guacamole tasted cheap."
"The food was ok. A bit bland and the fries where not that crispy."
"Food is not as described, Atlantic Cod and three times cooked chips, never in the world had that fish been anywhere near the Atlantic, and the chips were frozen chips straight from the bag."
"The food was cold and was not very good."
"The food at the other part of the pub downstairs - a total disappointment. The worst fish&chips I’ve ever had in the UK and even abroad."
Service
Pros:
"The staff always asking if everything is ok, can we change anything etc."
"Bar staff exceptionally friendly too, replaced an accidentally dropped pint for free no questions asked!"
"The staff are charming and go out of their way to ensure that you are comfortable and have a good time."
"Service was quick and cheerful."
"The staff were friendly & the drinks varied & well priced. Children were welcome & well catered for."
"Very attentive staff, friendly and very good at making you feel welcome."
"Staff were quick and nice!"
Cons:
"Staff behind the bar are very cold when they're serving customers."
"Women on the bar was rude and served someone who walked up to the bar, and my mum had been waiting to order."
"Both bartenders were so into the young cuties that they overfilled my friend's drink and it was sticky cider."
"The staff, including the manager, were so unfriendly, unwelcoming and ignorant that it ruined the whole experience."
"The staffs were angry! Nobody came to the table to take orders."
"Incredibly rude staff! I am actually blown away by their manner."
"The staff are a disgrace to the hospitality industry. Particularly the bar tender with a beard."
Atmosphere & Location
Pros:
"Loved this pub and the area around it. Both downstairs and upstairs were rammed and full of energy."
"Atmospheric pub set in Convent Gardens steeped in history with low vaulted ceilings on the ground floor and on the first floor a balcony over looking St Pauls."
"Great location right in the heart of Covent Garden."
"Such a historical and lovely pub. I had been few times at roof top but I never paid attention to the rest the pub."
"Unique setting with balcony overlooking the performance area of Covent Garden below."
"Great place to enjoy a drink and watch the world go by on its upstairs balcony."
"Unbeatable balcony overlooking the performances at Covent Garden."
Cons:
"As expensive as ever, something that will never change."
"It's very expensive and the stuff they serve isn't premium so you really are just paying for a great location."
"This place hasn't changed since I was last there 3 years ago! It's not shabby Chic anymore... it's just shabby."
"Nice pub in heart of convent garden, felt a bit like a British theme pub no real atmosphere."
"However, it’s always ridiculously crowded."
"Feels touristic with little amount of atmosphere, however, it is central London so one should expect this."
"It's very crowded and not enough seating for even half of its capacity."
Price & Value
Pros:
"Good selection of beers and prompt service."
"Would get 5 stars if the beer wasn't quite so expensive but worth it for the experience."
"Atmosphere was welcoming and the food was good without the typical London pricing."
"Cool little pub in the heart of Covent Garden Market. Standard selection of beers and food and not expensive at all."
"The prices are okay, not so expensive."
"Pricing was also reasonable for this part of London."
"They opened at 1100 when everyone else opened at 1130 so it was an easy choice."
Cons:
"Price for beer very expensive."
"It's very expensive and the stuff they serve isn't premium so you really are just paying for a great location."
"The plates of food have small, paltry portions, way overpriced! Such a disappointment, especially for Covent Garden."
"Drinks and food expensive for what it is, crowded."
"But boy the beer is over priced."
"Well over £10 for a pint of lager and pint of diet coke (£3.50) 😡"
"We just felt their prices were steep (over £30 for 2 sandwiches, small glass of wine & a cola)."