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The Porterhouse

21-22 Maiden Lane | Covent Garden, London WC2 E7NA, England
44 207 836 9931
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Ranked #104 of 413 nightlife in London
4.0 of 5 stars 12 Reviews
Type: Bar/ Clubs
Activities: Drinking
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Brisbane, Australia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012

This was a great find and we had such a fun night. The pub has lots of areas all connected somehow! Its a wonder we didn't get lost, although that seemed to add to the fun of the night! We meet people from all around the globe, everyone was really friendly and there was a large selection of drinks...so no... More

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London, United Kingdom
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Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2012

if you want a good drink -check this place out. They sell all kind of beers at a very decent price. Food is available so is entertainment.Don't be put off by the crowd. It gets busy but they so many floors in the building, you don't mind the crowd and it is also a good place for socializing or people... More

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Gloucestershire
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012

We dont get the opportunity to visit London very often, but when we do, The Porterhouse is always on our agenda! I love this place - it looks quite small from the outside terrace, but upon entering it is amazing, there are so many layers to this place. Have always found the service to be excellent - these guys are... More

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Ireland
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 December 2011

I have been a few times to The Porterhouse in Temple Bar (Dublin) and when I stumbled upon the one in Covent Garden (London) I was quite surprised to see that it was very similar: from the beer to the layout to the usually relaxed atmosphere you'd believe you're in Dublin... also because it's ultimately quite touristy, just like the... More

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London, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 December 2011
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Nice terrace in the summer, decent selection of beers, but by any means the rudest service I have encountered in London. We were having a beer around the bar area with friends, watching a live event on one of the screen, when the waiters physically pushed us as they "had" to get through (although obviously lots of space for them... More

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Dublin Ireland
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 September 2011

This pub has a reputation as a bit of a tourist trap. Many people eat here and the food can certainly be very good. However, I would certainly reccomend a simple lunch such as the beef burger.. rather than more 'traditional' fare. The real strengths of this venue are the beers themselves and nightly music. There are about 9 beers... More

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New York City, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 August 2011

I lived in London in '04 and this was my stomping ground post-work. Every trip back - every 6 months or so, I've made a point of going back grabbing a few pints and sometimes catching some live music. It's one of my favorite bars, full stop. Some parts are big and good for mingling with the happy hour crowd,... More

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Wiltshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 October 2010

Having partaken of the delights of the Porterhouse brewery in its city of origin, Dublin, we were just a little wary that it might not have made the transition across the water but our first sip of their Wrassler beer soothed our fears, as did many subsequent sips, as we worked through their range! Excellent, as ever !! We decided... More

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Sunderland, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 September 2010

This is a great bar! A huge selection of beers for all over the world and also their own brewery! This is ok value for Covent Garden. Good place to go during the day and then a really good atmosphere on an evening especially when there is live music on. The decor is amazing, I notice something different everytime I... More

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San Diego, California
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2008

We went to Porterhouse on a recommendation from one of our tour guides and we were not disappointed. It's a little hard to find, but they have a great beer selection and multiple levels of seating. We met two Londoners that were on a first date and shared our table with them. It was mainly a local hangout with a... More

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