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#1,360 of 2,053 Pub in London
#7,284 of 15,774 Restaurants in London
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US$6 - US$32
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Bar, British, Pub
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Lunch, Dinner, After-hours, Drinks
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Reviewed 1 July 2023 via mobile

Really sad to rate poorly! We visited on a Friday evening for a drink and really enjoyed it but Saturday night we attempted to visit for a drink before returning to our hotel and were greeted by 2 of the rudest alleged bouncers. They looked...my husband up and down and refused to let him in. I pointed out how rude he was and they became very aggressive. Very disappointing. I say alleged bouncers as they had no formal evidence they were when I questioned them.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 29 April 2023

Thank you Ty for making us for very welcome!! Best bar in the area, ask for Ty. Thank you so much y

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 21 December 2022 via mobile

So i went here with 2 friends and 15 minutes after the 2nd round the lady that had served us advised that the Amex card used for that round didn't go through as they do not accept Amex. Not a problem. My friend asked for...a rejection receipt and whilst the lady was explaining to us that they do not get these receipts for Amex (my mate was getting his Monzo card out to pay), the landlord decided to get involved and said that my mate should pay for the drinks and check his card in the morning. He was about to pay for the drinks anyway but the landlord was incredibly rude and asked us to leave the pub. My friends went to the toilet and I stayed at the bar to finish my drink, at which time the landlord decided to belittle the situation. I do not leave many reviews but have to say that the landlord is not fit to run a bar. He did not need to get involved as my friend was about to pay for the drinks on his Monzo card but felt the need to show his authority when his member of staff was handling the situation perfectly. Maybe take a leaf out of her book in future pal.More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 8 November 2022 via mobile

The two of us wanted a quick drink and an authentic pub ambiance in contrast the sleek hotel scene. We found a Great place that really accomplished what we wanted. Friendly and helpful bar staff. A great beer selection Rugged stemware An incredible old city...bar ambiance The largest aperol spritz I have ever seenMore

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed 24 October 2022 via mobile

It was advertising vegan food outside, so went in for a bite to eat. There was a menu posted on the wall, but no real menu cards. I was told to scan the QR code menu and order through the app on the phone; you...HAVE to order through app, can’t order with waiter off the mobile phone menu. I asked what if I don’t have a phone with me or don’t have a smart phone, "sorry we can’t do anything". The app then proceeds to ask my name and email address, I asked why is that needed? "Just in case we have to contact you", but I’m sitting right in front of you! Sorry can’t over-ride. End up ordering via app, and paying through it. It had the gall to add a 10% tip I couldn’t remove, for what??? I did all the work, you just brought the dish to me at the end. That’s all. The staff isn’t the issue here, they are doing what they can do and have no choice on ordering. It’s the pub owner I have an issue with. Don’t give him the business, yes it’s very likely a him, women have better sense. And the food was average at best.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 10 October 2022 via mobile

The 2 doormen are atrocious and the staff are not much better. Awful experience. The pub it’s self is alright and a decent atmosphere - but the staff made our group feel very unwelcome.

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 3 July 2022

We bumped into this small pub by accident and were really glad that we did. Pretty Victorian design, very nice vibes, a nice welcoming lady running the bar. Didn't get to try the food, but the wines were decent. Will gladly visit again when in...London.More

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed 28 February 2022

I booked The Snug for my sister in laws hen and everything was great. The communication was great, price was really good, I was able to post a banner directly to the venue that they put up which was helpful as I don't live in...London. The staff were really friendly and we had a fridge stocked with drinks when we arrived, really delicious vegan food and the karaoke was a HUGE hit. We had the absolute best time! I would recommend hiring The Snug for certain!More

Date of visit: February 2022
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Reviewed 2 December 2020 via mobile

Rude staff. Over priced drinks. There’s one member of staff that’s always high on drugs. Smashed my friends drinks one night. Glass everywhere. Tried to get a refund. They only gave us cheaper quality drinks. Don’t bother going. Dodgy place!

Date of visit: February 2020
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Reviewed 9 December 2019

Lovely staff. Plenty of good food. A nice private room at the top of the building with its own bar. If needed to have a party in town this is the place to be.

Date of visit: January 2019
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Reviewed 8 December 2019

Working locally, popped in for a quick lunch,Saturday midday it was quiet, but filled up later, frequented by tourists and locals, limited menu offered, no real children's options, but fine for adults. of the 2 members of staff on duty, one was customer focused, the...other, as a school inspector may say, needs improvement.More

Date of visit: December 2019
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Reviewed 10 November 2019 via mobile

Great spot, pleasant staff who are attentive and spark up a great conversation. A very cozy spot with a fantastic atmosphere.

Date of visit: November 2019
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Reviewed 5 October 2019 via mobile

This place is a trashy, filthy disaster — staff are incredibly rude. Don’t go here — it’s terrible and no good beer

Date of visit: October 2019
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Reviewed 7 July 2019 via mobile

We were served promptly by a fabulous Kiwi bartender Aidan. Bespoke G&T selection. Great ales on tap. Good British “pub grub” by a fine Albanian chef. Would recommend without question to anyone who asked. Worth every penny!

Date of visit: July 2019
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Reviewed 23 April 2019

The Old Crowne is a nice pub to have a beer. Given its location its always on the busy side either with people have drinks after work or tourists. Came here for a a bite to eat with friends before going out. I wasn't expecting...a Gastro pub experience but some thing that was edible. The food when it arrived (2 x burger and fries + chicken wings) were cold. The fries were so white they looked like they had never seen a fryer and were not at all crispy. The guy who served them checked them at the table (by eating a sample) Whilst the burger looks 'good' the actual burger was a real cheap highly processed not what you expect. Wings were returned cold also. They didn't come before we left. Bartender server was obviously embarrassed with the food and got us a round of drinks to apologise.More

Date of visit: April 2019
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The Old Crown Public House is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 3.5
  • Service: 3.5
  • Value: 3.5
  • Atmosphere: 4