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What a great little pub this is. Exceptionally kept beer. Wonderful service from the little family like team they have. Hidden away from street making it a perfectly kept escaoe and without the pretentious food menu that so many other pubs offer and screw up.
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Come on Spaceman, you can't reclaim the Mitre - it was never yours! Go on, be a sport, please leave the Mitre the way it is for us old gits who like these sort of pubs, after all there aren't that many of them left. There really are enough of the sort of pubs you seem to like around without wanting to destroy one of my favourites. And yes, I do suspect that your comments were somewhat tongue in cheek!
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A hidden gem
Loved it. Great staff and superb beer
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Who is "Scotty"? The Scottish chap who runs the place is called Eamon.
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Great atmosphere on a busy Friday night. Nice, quirky pub but soft drinks are way overpriced. Recommended for beer drinkers.
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Great real ale pub in the heart of the city. Welcoming landlord & landlady. Historical pub well worth a visist for great drinks, shortly to be taking part in CAMRA Milds for May. This pub is naturally quirky, not falsly aged. Will visit Scotty & his team again. 10/10
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Congratulations again to the Mitre for winning the East London & City Branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) Pub of the Year 2008. Well done to Scotty and all the team. Thoroughly deserved.
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Lets put things in perspective chaps. If you like cask ale, scotch eggs, the sound/odour of old mens flatulence, 120 decibel Scottish hobbits, cardigans, pipes, other men and without doubt fantastic service, this must be heaven. Whats the fascination with the decor and history? Its a pub. All this pub needs is strong ice-cold continental lager, nachos, some banging techno and a couple of crackers behind the counter and we could enter the 21st century. Great locations like this are wasted on weirdy beardys. Get a bag of home brew, a couple cheese slice sarnies (thats what I got in Ye Olde Mitre) and go sit at the Tower of London. The things we could do with some neon, a couple of bandits and a resident dj. Reclaim the Mitre for us youngsters!!!!
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Superb. Along with the Harp near Charing Cross, one of the best pubs you'll find anywhere - faultless service, excellent beer, lovely interior. Beer last night was Adnam's Broadside, Deuchars and Speckled Hen - every drop in perfect condition. The old-skool bar snacks (toasties, pork pies, pickled eggs) ae a real bargain, and brought to you with a smile. My only complaint is that it's not on the end of my street. Life is cruel sometimes.
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Congratulations to all at the Mitre for winning the Gold Award from BeautifulBeer.com also looking forward to your Milds in May Festival particularly Beartown Black Bear, it's a cracker.
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Hidden away (but signposted from the street), this is a classic olde-worlde pub. Was very busy when I went in earlier this week. Good selection of ales - I had the Avalanche (very nice!) which the lady who served me insisted on me leaving it to settle so she could top it up, great!
I didn't eat, but looking at the blackboard that lists the toasties, the prices looked very cheap for this part of London.
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A fantastic place, a pub full of character in an area of London that has sadly become overtaken by dull lifeless bars and horrible chain pubs. The only thing it lacks is space, undoubtedly due to its popularity. I'm half tempted to give this pub a bad rating to deter people, as I've got enough trouble getting somewhere to sit here as it is. As long as Ye Old Mitre exists, proper 'London pub tradition' exists.
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lovely tradional pub hard to find but worth it veery small but it's old with character. toasted sandwiches worth a try. you couldn't say anythng bad about this place love it
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Lovely old interior in a pub tucked away off of Hatton Garden. Adnams was in good form as well as the pork pies.
mrse1 - 27 Feb 2008 09:59 |
It’s difficult to know what to say about this fantastic place that hasn’t already been said in the previous 168 reviews. I think Ye Old Mitre is one of those pubs that isn’t just a pub, it’s an experience, rather like the Jerusalem Tavern, the new Princess Louise or the Brunswick Inn Derby - I‘m sure you‘ll all have others to add to the list.
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A wonderful little pub with a great deal of history - surprisingly spacious on the inside.
The landlord was just like a landlord should be - friendly and chatty - but not too much ;-)
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There seems to be some debate as to how old this pub is, reading previous reviews.
The guidebooks seem to be in agreement that the current building is a replica of the original building. The original building was indeed built in 1546. The current building dates back to around 1772.
Much of the interior wood-pannelling was put in in the 1930's according to the CAMRA National Inventory guide.
I think we're almost unanimously agreed however that this is definitely a must visit pub - but not at weekends, cos it's shut !
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I just love this little pub and I can't imagine why I've never posted a comment on it before now. No point waxing eloquent about it's history, decor and suchlike as it's all been said by previous posters.
Four real ales on:-
Adnam's Bitter + Broadside.
Tim Taylor Landlord.
Deuchars' I.P.A.
I has a splendid pint of Deuchars washed down by an equally good pint of Landlord. The food as it is, is good value. The little old chap behind was very friendly, had obviously been pouring pints for years and is a veritable fount of local knowledge. 8/10
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"I love this place. The beer is always good and the atmospheric history of the place (Queen Elizabeth dancing with Hatton plus its 1546 structure)is enough to pull any but the least tastefulof visitors.
I haven't been for a few years as I no longer reside in London, and the last time I went it was closed (a Saturday evening). However, I wish to visit on a Christmas day out in the smoke."
It closes on Saturday and Sunday and was closed Xmas day but you probably found that out yourself. Watch out for May when apparently as I was reliably informed by the manager, they will have a selection of 18 milds on offer.
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"It was apparently rebuilt externally shortly after 1772 and the interior remodelled in the 1930's."
The Back was built !546 and the front bar in 1781/2
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It was apparently rebuilt externally shortly after 1772 and the interior remodelled in the 1930's.
Older readers may recollect that this pub appeared in an Evening Standard Guide to London Pubs, a paperback book published, I think, in the early 70's. This book deliberately included one fictitious non existent pub and a prize was offered for the first person to write in to the authors correctly identifying the pub.
A good number of people wrote in claiming that Ye Olde Mitre was this fictitious pub as they had not been able to find it !
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It's too long since I last went to the Old(e) Mitre, but it hasn't changed a bit - and thus exactly the point of the place...
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Jorrocks I beg pardon , Sir. I think some of the interior may be Tudor, and the outer skin, Georgian.
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Surely the structure is Georgian at best?
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I love this place. The beer is always good and the atmospheric history of the place (Queen Elizabeth dancing with Hatton plus its 1546 structure)is enough to pull any but the least tastefulof visitors.
I haven't been for a few years as I no longer reside in London, and the last time I went it was closed (a Saturday evening). However, I wish to visit on a Christmas day out in the smoke.
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Very good selection of beers for London - not the usuall Green King, Fullers and Youngs. "Scotty" the land lord runs a very good outfit and keeps his staff on the ball.
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Fantastic! Walking down the alley to the pub is almost like walking into another world (one that isn't full of bland, faceless chain bars). You could be sitting in a country pub watching the local regulars come in for a quick pint and a chat with the barman.
It is small, but I call it cosy, real fire in the winter and great selection of real ale. Yeah, the food selection is extremely limited beacse they haven't got a kitchen, but toasted sandwichs at £1.50 a pop, or sasuages and pork pies fill the gaps that the beer has left.
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Undoubtedly one of the greatest pubs anywhere (London or Cambridgeshire). Atmos, beer, food (well, cheese on toast and pickled eggs) and polite service from staff that seem to have been here when QE1 did her dance with Sir Christopher Hatton around the tree. Remember once sitting here drinking and chatting about fairly sacriligious subjects (as you do) when we were suddenly surrounded by 6 priests all downing pints of Broadside.....or was that a bizarre Welsh-rarebit induced dream?
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Simply gorgeous pub. Ticks all the boxes, good ale, historical interest, warm and convivial. Timbered ceiling, wood panelling, lots of paintings and a small snug off the rear lounge named "Ye Closet". Attentive bar staff (with aprons), my pint was topped up to the brim immediately and without asking, rare nowadays. Adnams, Caledonian, Nethergate Old Growler, and my choice Rooster's Yankee on yesterday, plus Thatchers Cider. I didn't eat but the range of snacks are very well priced, toasties for £1:50,Scotch eggs etc £1:25 and hot sausages for 60p!
As seems to be usual wherever I go, the outside is wrapped in scaffolding so I couldn't judge the exterior however even though the Xmas Decs are up already I'm awarding my very first 9 to this place.
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Wow! What a place. If you ever needed to have your faith restored in the traditional British pub, this is the place to go. Likewise it's also the fine advert for how great a pub can be if you need to introduce any overseas visitors to the pubs of London (and indeed the UK).
It's both tucked away down an alley off Hatton Garden and tiny. By tiny I do mean very small! If you brought all your football team in, the place would be packed! In terms of atmos, service, beer quality etc, it really sets the standard. Forget plastic here-today-gone-tomorrow gaffs with their thin promise and zero atmos or character: this is the business!
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Have been here a few times now. Took some people in last night who couldn't understand how anyone would find it. Friday night and very busy, ended up squeezed in upstairs. Adnams Bitter and Broadside, Deuchars and the guest was Phoenix Arizona. Will definitely be back.
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London's hardest pub to find? Possibly, but well worth the effort. Very snug and very popular.
The sausages are good, but they always go quickly. The rest of the menu is functional, but uninspiring.
The beers are very well kept. I'm no fan of Adnams, but the Deuchars IPA and guest ale are always good.
Whenever I have overseas guests in town I always include The Mitre on the itinerary (along with The Lamb and The Cheshire Cheese).
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Well kept beer and a smashing sausage roll, just needs a resident moggie to make it the perfect pub.
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Cracking little boozer, full of charm and well worth a visit. It is tiny though, with one small front bar and an even smaller one at the back known as the closet, so no wonder it gets packed so quickly with the luchtime and after work suits. I walked in at 2.30 thursday afternoon and there were only a few people left in there and it was just right.
Ales are really well kept. I started off on Butcombe Gold (the guest ale), then went on to Deuchars IPA, Adnams Bitter, Adnams Broadside then back to the Butcombe which I found to be an exceptionally refreshing light coloured ale. All ales around £3.00 a pint.
Also had a couple of their Scotch eggs at £1.25 each, nice, but only the Peters sort that you get at the local chippy. They also had a selection of toasted sandwiches at £1.50, sausage rolls,porkpies and hot sausages were also available(suits had scoffed all the hot sausages).
Best way to find this pub, is to come out of Chancery Lane tube exit 2 for Holborn Circus and keep walking in the same direction, it's literally only a couple of minutes walk, much closer than it looks on the map. When you get to hatton Garden just look across the road and you will see the alley way in which it's situated, if not you can easily recognise some of the shop signs from the photo.
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This place is just splendid,it was very busy when I was there but it's worth the effort to enjoy some Deuchars and Adnams in such a delightful,tucked away location,though it's not really too hard to find.Should definitely be incorporated into any Holborn/Fleet Street/Clerkenwell type crawl,though I think it is shut at weekends
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Visited in July, on my second trip to London. Actually visited twice because the first time was so wonderful. The beer was great and the staff were extra pleasant. I especially liked the Scotch eggs. Here in the U.S., they are served warm, if you can find them at all. They were extra tasty at room temperature. I appreciated the type written sheet given to me by the gentleman at the bar about the church next door. I never would have known it was there. Definetly a pub worth visiting on my next trip.
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The pub you should show tourists as a classic example of a London pub - beer (Adnams) exceptional quality and the bar staff among the best I've met. Atmosphere is only slightly let down by the claustrophobia after work and the current building works !
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In again yesterday - can't find any fault with the place. Beer was on form and it's a pub that deserves the praise it receives.
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What a fantastic place!! Hidden down a tiny alleyway like something from a Dickens novel! Great beers, ancient surroundings, was a bit stacked with suited types but they all seemed to leave quite quickly. Heaven!
anonymous - 24 Aug 2007 15:25 |
I was at the Loch Fyne Brewery the other day, and he said that the Mitre had ordered their beer,give it a try it is excellent.This is of course an excellent place to try any beer!
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i would agree with the generally favourable remarks made by others, but would point out that this pub is very popular and consequently overcrowded.
recomend visiting earlier in the week if want to get a seat !
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great location, beer always kept very well, and the selection constantly changing.
did used to think of it as a hidden gem, but it seems much busier these days, think a lot of people have cottoned on to just how good it is!
mps77 - 30 Jul 2007 13:36 |
in today, butcombe blond, excellent. Tim Taylor Landlord x 5 next and the boss said it is Dark Star Ales after that.
anonymous - 24 Jul 2007 17:08 |
one of my favourite pubs over the last twenty years, quality beer and a nice last orders scotch egg, pork pie and pickled egg supper, the bar staff certainly have attitude but it's always been good fun attitude that I've enjoyed, as for prices, welcome to London, I have no problem at all if it's for good beer and food
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Legend has it that because this pub was on the grounds of St. Etheldreda Church, criminals could not be prosecuted inside as they had immunity. I suppose that's how the landlords get away with their prices. (boom boom.......)
Variety show commentary aside, this is a fantastic pub. Unfortunately the laneways surrounding the pub are covered in scaffolding at the moment, which takes away a lot of the charm. Without the scaffolding I wouldn't mind if the pub was busy getting a pint, standing outside, and waiting until it dies down a bit. Now if it's busy I'd just go somewhere else, as it's pretty much a construction site outside.
The beer selection is very good, and given the pub's size/location/age, I can understand the slightly higher than the norm prices. I'm also impressed that a pub as small as this can continually offer a selection of four ales, all in top-condition. I wouldn't go here on a glorious evening, as the surrounding building virtually block out all sunlight, but on an average or gloomy day this place has no peers.
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had the pleasure of a few pints of adnams in this fine establishment this week and wonderful they were too! great news for those that are unable to visit during the week, the mitre is open the weekend of the 11th/12th august in honour of the GBBF and the manager has told me he has some great ales from scotland coming esp for the festival. ps toasties tops as always.
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A visit with some friends on Friday night yielded good ale and a good atmosphere - the place was busy without being uncomfortably so and, with the weather not having been too bad, standing outside (which we did anyway) was always an option. I've visited this place a few times now and I would agree with all the positive comments - traditional old boozers like this are worth supporting. Very much worth a visit.
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Not commenting on any other reviews. This is one of the best pubs in London. I popped in with two mates who had never been and both agreed the Orkney Stout that was on as guest ale was one of the best beers they had ever tasted. Pub food is limited but appropriate. Toasties, pork pies, pasties, and definitely no side salads! As the chain pubs take over, long may this place continue I'd go so far as to say this one of the best pubs in the world.
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"The staff had that arrogance that comes with working in what by reading some of the delusional reviews here, is supposed to be a decent pub." Anon.
Surely you jest
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£3.05 for a pint of Summer Lightning? Shocking.
anonymous - 3 Jul 2007 09:22 |
Great pub. Anonymous sounds like a right clown!!
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'anonymous' is probably the troll who's being putting unreviews on the Harp's page. Boring. Him, that is - not the pub.
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Mr Anonymous, What planet are you on?
Penderal Oak is poor for a Wetherspoons which is saying something. Dreadful place.
Yes you get the tourists but I'd still rather go here then a Wetherspoons.
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Average pub. Ansolutely rammed with tourists taking photos of the natives partaking in their customary activity - getting drunk. I felt like an animal in the zoo. If you are in the area try the Penderal Oaks instead much better. The staff had that arrogance that comes with working in what by reading some of the delusional reviews here, is supposed to be a decent pub.
anonymous - 7 Jun 2007 11:47 |
Have visited twice in two weeks. Really enjoyed the varied selection of beers on here. Friendly and welcoming bar staff and crowd. The place has great character
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Tucked away down a narrow passageway that was officially once part of Cambridgeshire due to its lying on land owned by the Bishop of Ely, this pub is a must-visit on any trip to the Capital. The bar food - toasties , scotch eggs and pork pies - is wonderfully simple, the service friendly and the layout utterly charming. The Mitre edges out other nearby historic pubs such as Ye Olde Cheshite Cheese and Cittie of York by virtue of its comparative lack of tourists.
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Could be the best pub in London, and definately one of the best I've ever visited, anywhere. Last night's Adnams was the best pint I've had outside of Suffolk. Cheerful staff who clearly enjoy their work, and the building itself is bursting with character and history. I found the selection of beers on offer to be fine - there's not a lot of pump space on the bar. One of the beers last night was Taylor's Bitter - quite rare to see in London, with Taylor's Landlord being much more common. Toasties for a quid fifty? Brilliant.
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Great little building in an eccentric location. Not a bad selection of beers and staff are friendly. However, the selection of beers did leave a little to be desired (Deuchars IPA, and 2 adnams beers) considering it is supposed to be a famed ale house. (they also served rather a large head, which was a little dissappointing - needless to say I asked for a top up) It gets very crowded esp. as its a small pub, little on the expensive side too... But its well worth a visit just for the building!
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Visited this pub this week, they're having a Milds For May Festival - the jock told me he's having Mallards, Spitting Feathers and Oscar Mild ales in the next few days and for those of us who enjoy a dark ale they will be having Orkney Dark Ilse in the 1st two weeks of June.
Don't be put off by the scaffolding that's up outside in Hatton Garden - they're open for business as usual it's just harder to find.
As usual the beer and toasties are fantastic! The staff are nice too.
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After af few pints during a pub crawl it was not that easy to find for me as a tourist. But ist was definitely worth the search, the pub is a "must see". Staff was very friendly, the beer was nice. Same as I said from "Ye Old Chesire Cheese" ..... keep it unchanged, please !!
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I'm so tired of walking into indifferent pubs serving the same old shite beer. So what a blessed relief this place is. Charming, friendly with immense character.....AND, most importantly of all, great ales. Oh, Adnams Broadside, I love you so.
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Visited for a second time and this time managed to bag a seat downstairs, which was significantly nicer than the upstairs. The Deuchars IPA was cracking and served with just the right amount of head. It was bustling and busy with a lively atmosphere. I suppose the small, divided nature of the place means that it doesn’t quite become the sea of humanity that you can find say in The Harp.
Definitely gone up in my estimation, although it was pretty high to start with.
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I'm a Londoner and never knew this place existed until last week. It is the best surprise I have had in a long time. Once you actually find it, you realise the place is full of character, which is frequented by local suits and discerning customers. It even has an outdoor toilet which adds to the charm. It is very reminiscent of the Cheshire Cheese off Fleet Street with regard to the small hiding places and general decor-I don't think this place has changed for centuries. I reckon this place is up there with both the Antelope and the Grenardier, both in Belravia, for its general feel and ambience.
The staff are professional with regard to their knowledge of beer and service and the Deuchars is certainly one to remember. The place is heaving on a post work Friday evening but it is definately worth a ruck and maul to get to the bar.
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Top pint -sound bar staff....and I've sorted out forgiveneness for drinking the expensive leftovers after inadverdently gaining admission to the rich wino's groupie meeting in the crypt round the corner
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As a Daily Mirror ghost I went back recently, for fiurst time in 14 years, and found it hadn't changed a bit... Fab
anonymous - 3 Mar 2007 16:20 |
I had Deuchars here last week, served with a 1 centimetre head which I consider perfectly right. It was in as good condition as any pint of that ale I have ever tasted. Orkney Dark Island, the guest ale, was not far short of perfect, either. Grand pub.
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Wonderfully ancient and full of charcater, so can't be faulted there. In fact, quite breathtaking.
3 ales on the go on Friday (Adnams Bitter, Broadsie and Deuchars IPA) not a particularly inspired selection really, could and should do better there. Not exactly served a full glass either first time either, slightly disappointing given the hype.
Yes I'm being nit-picky but when there's a wide range of top-quality pubs within a couple of miles, one has to be.
Certainly well-worth finding for the heritage factor, though I'd be a lot more inclined to go to the Jerusalem for a session in Clerkenwell.
I'll be back though.
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More fun in the bars down Kingsway?! If that's your attitude, then please stay down there. In the meantime, I'll keep nipping here for a pint in one of London's best pub. Handily placed for a good crawl too – if only it was open on Saturdays!
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Well deserved entry in the 2007 Time Out Eating & Drinking guide.Calling Scotty's haircut "fierce" though a touch strong
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Aleking - I was thinking the same thing about the Wenlock.
IMO I'd have to place the Mitre above both The Harp and Royal Oak though. A fantastic place to have a drink, and despite being in the City has a real friendly atmosphere that is closer to a community based local pub.
The beer is always on top form (despite being served through sparklers - Although the staff are always happy to give you a top up), and the food consisting of toasties, pork pies and pickled eggs is extremely well priced - Gastropubs take note!
anonymous - 20 Jan 2007 14:46 |
I finally got around to going to Ye Olde Mitre the other day - to complete the fabled London top quadrilogy of The Harp, The Royal Oak and the Jeruselum Tavern (not sure where the Wenlock Arms has disappeared to) - and it was pretty good; based on my first experience.
The friendly staff were chatty enough and the beer was of a good enough quality, although I probably didn't go when the best selection was on (what is the pub's stock beers?). The layout is quite quirky.
However, a small concern was the size of the head served on many of the ales. Sure, there is some ditty on the wall about how Northerners can request a head on their ale, but I am not a Northerner. I don’t wish to be short-changed and served a pint of Deuchars IPA that is approaching 10% head (or foamy by-product). I had to ask for it to be topped up, although most people seemed to be “Northern” in their approach to the head. Of course I could’ve gone on an “off” night, but a supposedly renowned ale house should know how to serve a suitable pint.
Niggling quibbles aside, it is not as astoundingly brilliant as everyone seems to think, but certainly a decent enough pub and one of the best in the area.
Probably have to go: The Harp; Royal Oak; with Ye Olde Mitre and Jerusalem Tavern vying for third.
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This isn't a gripe but says something about a v. old fasioned pub. Toasted sandwiches available and the last time I was there "sausages" available.
"Can I have a toasted sausage sandwich please"
"No sir, not on the menu."
"Can I have some toast on its own - and a bowl of sausages"
"No sir - we don't do toast on it's own!"
All done very politely so had to laugh. Proper English service logic! Priceless.
Lovely old pub nonetheless.
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Actually the current building dates from a fair bit later than the 16th Century - but that would only be nitpicking - there is no doubt that as a genuine old historic pub, YOM is the real deal. You just know you are on to a winner when you look at all the previous postings, of which there are a great many, and have to look hard to find anyone who has anything negative to say.
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It really is amazing, a date over the bar says something like 1546 - so by my reckoning that must be older than almost every other building anywhere near it. Just think, as St Paul's was opened in 1697 folk had been enjoying their ales here for 150 years!
Anyhow the pub is superb, a great cosy atmosphere with no sense of tackiness - it's all genuine stuff. And the beer is first rate. Splendid.
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Loevly little pub, once you can find it! Good range of beers and friendly bar staff, the inside is full of character but is also tiny. There are tall tables outside in the alley to rest your beer on so I usually drink out there if its not too cold. Best pub in London by far.
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London pubs are the best in the u.k, thay have it all.
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Lovely pub. Very good range of ales. Great for people watching, as so many different types of people seem to be passing through.
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This is what it's all about! You know you are on to a winner the minute you have to walk down the Jack the Ripper alleyway to get to it. Cramped, oldy worldy, the punters look happy to be there and the staff look happy for the punters to be there. I took a couple of Asian colleagues there and it fulfilled their history book fantasy London. Until I showed them the outside Lavs that is.....
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One of my favourite pubs. It has all the history and character of a 16th century pub (although I believe the current building dates from the 18th century, though a faithfull copy of the original). Both bars are good - the back bar has the old furniture that gives it the atmosphere of a really great pub. Sure it gets tourists (those that can find it), but I have only ever encountered small groups, not coach parties. Met a trio of Norwegians searching out good London pubs - I told them they had made a good start, and was happy to recommend several others for them to visit. In there with 3 chums at around 4.50 PM on Monday - already busy. Couldn't get near enough to the bar to see what beers were on so plumped for the Adnams, which is always good there. Got some seats upstairs. When we left it was heaving inside and outside - but with a real gem like this you can be sure that enough afficionados will know of it to make it very popular.
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One of my favourite London pubs - hidden away and difficult to find, but well worth the effort. Good range of real ales - the Adnams was excellent last night
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This one never disapoints service, well kept cellar and looks the part. The best of the best.
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What a place!
Tucked away in a narrow alley in the City and therefore easily missed, this is a superb inn in the old style. Forget your nearby tourist traps: if you see any visitors, drag them here to show them a real pub.
Inside it's tiny and as snug as you could wish on a cold winter's day. Excellent ales in top form complete the picture. Any self-respecting pubgoer should visit this house if only once in their lifetime: find it, drink in it and know the truth!
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Popped in for a pint early on Friday evening (11/12/06). The pub was packed both inside and out, but luckily managed to get a seat in the small front bar.
4 ales were on offer - Deuchers IPA, Adnams Bitter, Broadside and Everards Sleighbells priced around the £2.75/pint mark. Tried the IPA and Adnams Bitter both of which were on good form.
Outside gents and food is limited to snacks, (toasties seemed reasonable value at £1.50). Will definitely go back, but maybe try and find a quieter time to visit, (unfortunately it's shut weekends).
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I adore this pub. I have been coming here irregularly for years now and whenever I am in the area (which sadly is not very often) I try to pop in to make sure it is still there. Great Beers, great Wine List, lovely Toasties, great bar staff. I keep on bringing friends down here to make sure they know about this wonderful gem of a pub.
It's the little things I like. Great advice on wine/beers to try if you can't work out what to have, the A4 handout on the history of the pub if you know to ask for it (I always do when bringing new people around), the small fire lit in the downstairs back room on colder nights. All of these things and more add up to make it a wonderfully cozy, intimate little pub and I hope it stays this way for a very long time to come.
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Yes excellent place. Hidden away in a manner reminiscent of the infamous Turf Tavern in Oxford. Only I like this place a bit more. You could say that it is claustrophobic, but I'd prefer to say that it's intimate. Solid selection of beer. I also appreciated the fact that toasted cheese sandwiches are avaliable throughout the evening.
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The only problem with this pub is that the landlod will insist on closing. Other than that, it's hard to fault.
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Went in during the week and it was chucking it down; good and proper outside. A very good excuse to remain within and have a jolly good drink; Tim Taylors!
On the way out, Scottie came forth with an umbrella for me to use; told me to bring it back when ever. What service! Carry on old boy.
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First visit and worth going a bit out my way to find. Nice beer served by a charming old barman, looked as though he'd been there 50 years. Not the sort of place for a big boys night out, but one to enjoy with one or two close friends, it could be that good. Another visit will help me decide.
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Ooh that makes you sound like a right old fogey Albert - but you're right of course.
anonymous - 8 Nov 2006 21:50 |
"nothing wrong with the beer or food but without doubt the most boring pub in the world!"
Presumably the way Shakespeare, Martin Scorcese films or a Spitfire screaming overhead at 30 feet is "boring"
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Visited at lunchtime yesterday with a friend who was unwell and needed to sit down for a while. The Scottish landlord was most friendly, attentive and accomodating. This is indeed a fine pub and one of my favourites in the area.
Enjoyed 2 toasted cheese sandwiches and a pint of Deuchars IPA which was drinkable. Very pleasant atmosphere, and I left feeling very good about the way my friend was treated.
Pub recommended!
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AR finally made it to YOM, and found it to be on a par with the Bridge Inn, Topsham, and other such delightful timeless unspoiled places...
Clearly a serious pub in every way, The Mitre does not pander to the likes of those who cannot recognise the inherent merit of a bucket full of grass cuttings...
So... Avoid! Discerning drinkers do not need you cluttering up the valuable space in this holy of holies...
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Horses for courses and all that!
Some people like YOM, some people like All Bar One. Some people are also insane and need to be looked up.
YOM is quite small and i don't want people who don't want to be there taking up space.
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I am no monkey - if you don't think this place is dull you must be as intetesting as a bucket of grass cuttings...
anonymous - 26 Oct 2006 13:31 |
Clearly the poster below has a brain the size of a sultana. Off to Lloyds No. 1 with you, monkey. YOM is superb in every way as it was, is now, and ever shall be.
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nothing wrong with the beer or food but without doubt the most boring pub in the world!
anonymous - 26 Oct 2006 12:08 |
Okay, maybe I was a little strong there. This all happened mid to late evening when the crowd had thinned out considerably though.
Anyway, I'll put it down to a bad hair day or something. The lure of a nice pint of Deuchars wins out ;)
anonymous - 15 Oct 2006 19:30 |
Got to disagree with your comments about Scotty the landlord. Maybe you don't share his sense of humour. You also seem not to appreciate that to run a pub which gets packed at peak hours you sometimes have to ask people to move furniture if is blocking the way for others in what is a very cramped, historic pub.
anonymous - 15 Oct 2006 18:26 |
Hmmm. Been here on many occasions. The beer is kept and served well (Deuchars usually on tap) and normally it's an excellent place for a pint or three.
However, as we discovered on Friday, the landlord is an officious, jobsworth plonker. Forget about him being a 'character' - on Friday he was downright rude, busybodying about the pub, taking away one of our stools (?), asking a young chap at the back to take his hood off (the air condition was freezing)...etc etc. All little incidents, but not a pleasant vibe.
Nice pub, but better if the landlord stuck to serving beer and not hassling punters, thank you very much.
anonymous - 15 Oct 2006 17:54 |
Superb pub. Good food, good beer, great decor, good wine, good service...but I dont want people to come and ruin it for discerning drinkers like myself....so in that case, stay away - nothing to see here - just 1070s formica and beer out of plastic cups...!
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I haven't been here for years, not since Fred saw service behind the counter. What days, what a pub, what a landlord. And it's still a great old place, infact better. Obviously no longer the haunt of the Daily Mirror mob, although I did see that big bastard Bill in the front bar. Somebody tell him to go back to work, lunchtimes over. He'll have a shock finding they've knocked the Mirror down across the way whilst he's been having a "quick drink". The hundred year war was quicker. And blimey, old John's still here; "Hello Uncle!" Just goes to show that if you do live long enough, Chelsea would do well one day.
AS for the beer, fantastic. No longer any Burton on tap; used to be famed for it's brew here. Silly sods moved the brewery to Leeds and fouled the taste. Never mind, what a selection to behold. The staff were very friendly as ever in their confined space, serving hither and yon. The landlady a very nice Northern gal served me a nice round of pork pies, pickled eggs and a Wally. Super stuff. And banter between the staff and customers was fast and fruity. The Landlord Scottie's a good old hardworking charcter too. Imagine a cross between a hard Scottish Hobbit with Ronnie Corbett on Speed and you'll get the picture. He's always on the go and runs the best of British boozers well; and he certainly knows his beers. A pub and party never to be missed. Well worth a regular visit for true British beer drinker.
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When God slips out for a quite pint, this must be where he goes? It's truly a piece of Heaven on Earth! And only God or a true drinker would know where it was hidden away; down a charming old passage way, a few shop fronts up on the right from Hatton Garden. What a Joy! Clean and well lit. And a warming welcome from the staff. The bar man named John is a charming character; straight from the pages of one of Charles Dicken's works and should really be worthy of a regular grant from English heratige or the London tourist board. He kept calling me young man! (I'm 80 years of age) Cheeky fella! I'm sure he was serving pints here when the place was first built in 1546 and he's still doing a fine job too. When he finally goes, I hopefully trust that Brewery have him stuffed and mounted for future generations to apprietiate his cheerful, cockney, chirpy toothless manner too. A real national treasure. As can be said for the foaming pints of Deuchars and Red Rooster on tap. Wonderful stuff. Wonderful place. Enjoy!
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A truly great pub. Run by Scotty from the Minerva, for any Hull exiles around-Geoff, if you're out there, hope all's well. Superb ale- far better range than under previous management. The Mitre could take the easy way out and trade on its unique location/history, but refuses to do so.
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A real hidden gem this pub, well worth checking out.
Agree with Mr Lunch, the bar snacks are the next level as far as I'm concerned. Why don't more pubs have a box of pork pies and scotch eggs to serve up??? Simple.
The Adnam's best and Broadside were well worth seeking out.
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a fantastic unspoilt pub which is well worth a visit. Great beer, great bar snacks and friendly staff. 10/10
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They shot part of that London-set film directed by Madonna's uver 'arf in there, Snatch (...I think?) I use to work on Hatton Garden so went in a few times. Really great pub. Old fashioned and traditional, the way a pub should be. The guy behind the bar was a character, my uver alf asked for a glass of wine for me, don't think they had any in...found it really funny :-) Good ambience, general all round good trad pub. Well worth a visit
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good old fashioned boozer!
anonymous - 13 Sep 2006 16:46 |
Cain's Dragonheart is a fairly good dark beer, worth a couple of pints. Is it on at the moment?
anonymous - 12 Sep 2006 14:41 |
Spoke to that jovial ol' scottish fellow the other night, and he said he's got Abbeydale Moonshine, Cains Dragonheart, and Church End's What the Fox's Hat! (No kiddin! Thats what he said! The cheeky git!)
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What a fantastic pub.
On warm days you can stand outside and not be bothered by traffic as it is not by a road and if you sit inside there are a number of little rooms tucked away.
The bar snacks are yummy for a pre dinner treat, i have yet to try the extra strong mustard but will keep you informed!
Watch out when you go to the loo girls. The floor and toilet are lobsided and you will find your face slammed against the wall even though sobber. but hey it all adds to the charm.
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Selling an awsome pint of Cains Dragon Heart ale at present.... oh p.s. quick tip, the landlord is always more than happy to top up, or even remove a sparker for those who prefer a 'southern' pint!
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Albert is right, though unfortunately there is another thing that this place has in common with a Yorkshire pub - all the beer is forced through sparklers, giving it a head like John Smith's creamflow and drawing a tiny bit of the bitterness out of the beer. I wish they'd take them off. In fact I wish the government would legislate to ban sparklers ...
Don't get me wrong though, this is a cracking pub, one of the best.
anonymous - 6 Sep 2006 13:16 |
Genuinely deserving of the accolades of this site and others. Service and beer remind me of the standard you get at a good Yorkshire hill pub, and I can't give much higher praise than that.
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As Mr_Flash said "a gem of a pub". Excellent Adnams ales, great pork pies, friendly efficient bar staff, and a lively atmosphere. Only potential downside is it is now an established part of the London tourist trail; lots of people only calling in for one drink and then moving on. My personal favorite pub in the City/East London.
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A fantastic gem of a pub, hidden away from the crowds and a real sense of history in the place. Adnams was on top form, the snacks excellent and the Landord perhaps the most welcoming I have met in a central London boozer. I can't wait to return and think this may have clinched the top spot in the rankings of London pubs. Please don't change a thing.
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A genuinely welcoming pub. Full of city people after work, but I strolled in and felt my custom was appreciated. Nice beer and traditional bar snacks made for a brilliant night. I shall go again as soon as I can.
anonymous - 17 Aug 2006 23:52 |
A cracker- touch gloomy inside but that's a few hundred years of history for you!Excellent beer.
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Congratulations! Ye Olde Mitre Tavern recently, and very deservedly, won the 2006 CAMRA award for the Best Pub in the City and East London. The award truly is a testament to the landlord, Scotty, and all of the staff.
Part of what I love so much about the Mitre is it's staunch refusal to bow to fads and trends, instead relying on excellent people, beer, bar snacks (how glorious it is to enjoy a pork pie, gherkins and mustard with my pint instead of the usual crap) and atmosphere to make it what it is.
And, you lucky people, this weekend (5th & 6th August - the weekend of the Great British Beer Festival) is the only weekend of the year when the Mitre opens its doors to it's adoring public. But get there between 12noon and 5pm to avoid tears...
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Plates of pork pie with a small pot of acccompanying Colmans. A cheese and onion toastie for a quid fifty. Some lovely guest ales. No music. Fantastic bar staff. A hidden glory, no mistake.
obyto - 31 Jul 2006 23:38 |
Only the location and the enchanting history lived up to expectations. Beer was decent, ambience a little 'far-off' although quite pleasant. Didn't try food. Will look forward to checking my findings, also another trip to the Chapel in Ely Place.
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Been looking forward to my fist visit to this pub since reading the reviews and it didn't disappoint. Didn't venture far enough to explore the whole pub, I just went in the first door I got to and sat in a small bar with two gentlemen in suits smoking cigars. Gorgeous pint of Deuchers IPA, could have easily stayed for another one or two but had plans to visit other establishments. Will definitely return
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As a Yorkshireman, I think the use of sparklers is a Good Thing, especially when used on Northern beers. Just my opinion, like.
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Criticisms - they use sparklers and serve short pints, and when they had Banks Mild as a guest in May they served me an off pint.
So the beer needs work. Everything else is perfect.
anonymous - 18 Jun 2006 13:22 |
Simply an awesome pub. The staff and great, the beers great, the building is great and the customers are happy (especially this one when I got a pickled egg) I hate to say it, but it could well be the best pub in London. Going to give it a 9 but it could well be a 10. Or an 11.
anonymous - 18 Jun 2006 12:22 |
The best pub in London?
Yes.
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Great pub - don't forget to ask Scottie for half a pork pie
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Great little pub near the Chancery Lane end of Holborn. Spent about 45 mins there, but will have to go again soon.
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It has already all been said. A top notch pub with decent, well kept ales, toasties or pickled eggs to stave off the munchies and a cracking ambience.
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Visited last friday on what is becoming an annual pilgrimage. Excellent beer and toasted sandwiches set in a wonderfully period environment. What a Gem!
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TOP Pub.This is a proper little secret boozer. I will endeavour to go back there soon. We need more pubs like this in London.
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Love it. Quiet, relaxed, good service, outside toilets, Deuchars IPA and pickled eggs. Everything a pub of this type should be. Can't recommend it highly enough.
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I think the positive comments below say it all.Pity that it is closed at the weekend but do yourself a favour and take a day off work and spend a few hours of it in here.
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The Mitre is not open on any weekend. Nor, indeed, are the majority of the City pubs. In fact there is only one weekend a year in which the Mitre is open and that falls during the beer festival.
While I'm at it, the Mitre's phone number is 0871 3322 687
Obviously, Scotty and his wife actually live there and do not appreciate being called at 6am in the morning.
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Devastated to find this delightful-looking old-fashioned tavern shut for the weekend when we visited 1st April. Big shame & will definately try again soon.
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Love the old-fashioned uniforms for the bar staff. Great pub though made up of lots of tiny rooms so had to shiver outside the evening I went.
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mike reid goes in here in that guy ritchie film about pikeys. not seen him in here in real life, though. decent.
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One of the finest pubs in London. Excellent beer. Cheese and ham toasties and scotch eggs are top notch. Manager is very friendly in a slightly aggressive Scottish way. This pub is a gem.
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I had a scotch egg and a ham and cheese toastie in here on Friday night, excellent. Those together with a pint of Adnams Broadside and a double G&T came to less than a tenner. Obviously for those in the north or devoted customers of Wetherspoons (like my dad, on both counts) that might not sound good, considering this is one of the best pubs on the planet and its situated in glorious EC1, well its cracking isn't it eh. 10/10, would give it more if I could.
anonymous - 13 Mar 2006 20:17 |
cheers. I look forward to doing that and enjoying a pickled egg, which i think i spied.
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The cherry tree can be found in the front bar in the corner nearest the door. As you enter the door, it's on your right in a glass case with an explanation beside it. It's no longer a complete tree, I'm afraid, but bloody fascinating none the less. Ask Scotty (ya wee beauty) or Louis behind the bar for a copy of their "history sheet" which details the uh, history of the place including that of the cherry tree.
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mind you i couldn't find much last night, i was in a bit of a way
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Looked good. excellent toilet facilities but i couldn't find the cherry tree
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This pub is heaven. Last night they had Deuchers, TT Landlord, Adnams Bitter and Adnams Broadside on. Cheap food, great staff (Scottie the landlord is great). Wonderful, wonderful.
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A lovely pub. £2.80 a pint for Brains but Deuchars and Adnams were also on offer.
Very busy on the evening we were there and quite a few tourists looking for that traditional English pub.
Staff are excellent and the beer was well worth the money.
Well worth seeking out if you can find it. But once visited i'm sure you will be back.
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Professional olde worlde staff, nice chutzpah.
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A really nice little pub, though I sometimes feel like a certain amount of its popularity is that everyone thinks no one else can find the place. It IS tricky the first time, but it's so crowded after work that it's clearly not a complete mystery. I have to admit, even so, there is a certain fun in bringing people there for the first time...
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It doesn't get any better than this. A traditional English pub, the beer tasty and well kept, the staff and patrons warm and friendly. For a small group from the states looking for real ale in a real pub, this fits the bill.
peckg - 17 Jan 2006 12:24 |
Loved this place for a sneaky pint at lunch times during work. You have to duck under parts of the place it is that low in parts! Old wooden beams and a village like atmosphere - brilliant.
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Brilliant little pub. If you like old pubs this is the best in the area. Combine this with a visit to the Ye Olde Chesire Cheese and the Seven Stars and you will be in heaven.
anonymous - 3 Jan 2006 13:33 |
Smashing place that I just have to seek out at lunchtime when I'm up in the City.
Have to judge arrival time to get a seat though. OK in summer - stand in alley and rest beer on barels.
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Lovely place. Tiny, but lovely. A true find in every sense and a delightful pub for a pint.
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Blimey, what a gem. Down a forgotten alley off Hatton Garden. I love everything about this place... the atmosphere, the beer, the staff, the history... even that old shop window in the courtyard and the old throne-like chairs made specially made years and years ago.
I think I need a lie down.
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I introduced 3 Irish friends to this fine place. It's an amazing find because you can actually sit down and talk to people without losing your voice. The pub itself is small but the atmosphere is great. Historical, yes but surprisingly less smokey than other places. People are there to drink & chat, not to pose. Scotty told me he wanted the place to be about simple genuine stuff and that's what this place is all about.
anonymous - 23 Nov 2005 17:50 |
Lovely pub. Staff very professional. They do great little food platters if you fancy it. Nice outside area, not too cold, and sufficient seating inside.
Fascinating history as well. All sorts of things to do with being on land belonging to Cambridgeshire because of the bishops that lived here hundreds of years ago, and apparently there's a tree in the pub or on the outside where Elizabeth I used to dance round the maypole.
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This is one that everybody must visit. The boss is quite a character, and knows his ale. The pub is ancient and characterful.
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Excellent, proper pub. Indeed a classic. Really glad I found it and will definitely be back.
anonymous - 14 Nov 2005 14:38 |
Classic old school boozer. When not to crowded it is a great place to spend time drinking well kept adnams and friendly staff.
It isn't near as hard to find as people claim.
This is a must visit.
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First I have to say "thank you" to kodabar for his/her excellent directions to the pub. I found it with no problem.
I hate to repeat the same line, but this beautiful old pub is a classic. A diamond that shines above the surrounding "coal".
Enjoyed several pints and great conversation with Scotty. Long live the Ye Old Mitre and all who chose to drink there.
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Absloutely classic old school London pub that is oozing with character. Reasonable pints at £2.60 and the friendliest staff around!
Tiny little space to hold such a lot of history!
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My favourite London pub, it really has to be seen to be believed just what a tiny space it is squeezed into! The only access is down a tiny alley from either Hatton Garden or Ely Place and it's a complete gem! Last visited on a monday afternoon when it was really quiet, it then filled with office workers but I know from previous visits that it then becomes quieter and really cosy later in the evening when all the suits have scooted home on the trains! Well worth a visit.
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Oh, and ask for their "history sheet" to get an excellent rundown of the last 500 years. City pub, so it's closed weekends.
Don't be put off by the crowds outside in the alley, there's usually a seat inside. There's two rooms and another level upsatirs. You'll get a table; don't worry.
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This is a true classic. It's been there since 1546. The cherry tree which Queen Elizabeth the first danced the maypole round is still there. Cheap, decent, well hidden, a great selection fo guest ales. And a landlord who's a bastard (just as you said, Scotty). Heartily recommended to all, except for the fact that I don't want you there spoiling it. You'll never find it anyway.
Come off the tube at Chancery Lane, head south towards "the Gherkin" and the river. Turn left up Hatton Garden and then cross the road towards the bent lamp-post with the bishop's mitre on it. And there you go. Tell Scotty I said "hello"
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Brilliant pub. I recommend it to everyone, the place must be seen to be believed, a classic
BenEd - 28 Jul 2005 11:18 |
Of all the pubs I toured in London this year, this was my favourite! The pub itself was a delight and the staff I met, John, Andy and Luis were a pleasure. I would definitely visit this pub again as it's on the top of my list!
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It took me hours to find this place, this place is definitley a london gem. This olde pub offers the best in real ales. To try the guest ales you must act sharpish because they sell out fast. Anyone heading to this place from afar, try and skip lunch and try John's (Uncle's) infamous Toasties...
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Fantastic pub, extremely friendly staff, go to try the St.George special ales and Orkney dark Isle. If Homer tried this, Duff wouldn't exist.
anonymous - 26 Apr 2005 15:21 |
There are few pubs left in London (in fact the whole of England) with the same sense of magic that this place has. I think this must have something to do with the area around Ely Place being originally part of Cambridgeshire - the London residence of the bishops of Ely. Although I'm informed their juristiction has long since elapsed here, there is still a definite feeling of being transported somewhere else when you walk down Ely court and set foot in the Mitre.
I've been a few times now, and have every time found a great atmosphere, well kept beer, and friendly staff and locals. It doesn't get any better than this!
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It consists of two tiny rooms tucked away off a hidden passage. When you walk in you can imagine the place existing in nearly the same condition generations ago. Very easy to lose track of time here. I hope it never changes.
anonymous - 27 Mar 2005 23:40 |
Finally found this pub after many attempts over the years (mind I've probably been very, very drunk at the time) and thank goodness it didn't disappoint!!
Down an alley and easily missed (look for the sign like a blue Bishop's Mitre on the lampost)
Sadly places like this are becoming the exception...... a preservation order should be slapped on it immediately, making it illegal to change or deface the place in any way (and on the Red Lion, Crown Passage)
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Hard to find but well worth the trouble. Hidden away down a narrow alley this is one of the best pubs I have found in the area. Good beer served efficiently through a serving hatch - you can just imagine porter being served in the 16 century throught the same hatch. A must for visitors to London. And a present from Santa wioth a mince pie as well on 30th November 2004
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An excellent pub indeed. I visited with a friend at lunchtime on Wednesday 03/11/04, and was greeted with fast, friendly efficient service. The Adnams is in top condition, and the toasted sandwiches here are second to none. This pub is difficult to find, but your efforts will be rewarded.
Superb.
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This is a lovely pub.
Excellent service. It would be difficult to find such a quality place, with an old fashioned type feel in London. The staff are nice, the customers are varied. Nice cheap sandwiches & well kept beers. Full marks a perfect ten.
KEVIN - 11 Oct 2004 17:47 |
Great place - very charismatic, good be, cheapest toasties around - highly recommended! (and if it was good enough for Elizabeth the First...!)
lawrence owens - 30 Sep 2004 14:53 |
Hidden dwon an alley Hatton Garden lives the pub that time forgot. It's still divided up into different sections and looks like it's not been down up since the '70's.
I love a wood-panelled pub that sells pickled eggs.
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The location alone would make this pub one of the best- access through a blink-and-you-miss-it alleyway into a hidden courtyard- but the top quality beer and professional service (barstaff in collar and tie) make this pub outstanding. They have some unusual beer as well- the only place I've had Friary Meux in London- I thought it was extinct. Very crowded in the evening, the best way to enjoy this pub would be in the middle of the day, when pulling a sickie. Mmm. Tempting.
Seb - 11 Jun 2004 13:28 |
This is really quite a nice little pub. And they do toasted sandwiches for £1.50!
G - 22 Apr 2004 11:22 |
Access is through a very discreet alleyway between numbers 8-10 in Hatton Gardens (look for the Bishop's Mitre picture above a doorway between two jewellers). Small, dark and cosy Elizabethan alehouse dating from 1546. The ceilings are low and the rooms are small, dark and crowded with hard wooden seating. The women's toilets are upstairs in the Bishop's Room and the men's toilets are outside in the yard.
anonymous - 5 Apr 2004 03:03 |
Tucked away down a Dickensian alley of Hatton Garden, this is one of the most atmospheric pubs in the City, although it must be said this is down to the cramped oak-panelled rooms rather than the typical city-slicker clientele.
JohnnyH - 13 Jan 2004 19:39 |
This used to close at 9:00 or 9:30 as it was running Cambridge rules, it was in the diocese of Ely hence Ely Place.
It normally has 3 beers always in good nick served by very professional & friendly bar staff. Toasties and scotch eggs till 9:30 - 10:00. Often packed as it 5 mins from Holborn offices & Lincolns Inn.
Tim - 5 Dec 2003 12:57 |
Had a few pints in there and it was OK and only OK. very difficult to get served quickly If busy as it is quite small although it does have two bars one slightly bigger than the other. But a good pub to add into a pub crawl
Gary - 27 Aug 2003 16:18 |
A neat operation and polite service with a smile. Great ale and the pub scenes of Guy Richies films were shot here. Don and Sheila behind the bar are very welcoming.
emmet - 30 Jul 2003 15:24 |
Hidden away down an alley off Hatton Garden (next to the bookies) you can buy an expensive but nice pint of Burton or Adnams bitter. Sandwiches include only non-specific cheese. A nice pub though. Recommended if you are in the area.
David Jollie - 2 Jun 2003 13:34 |
Hard to find in an alleyway between Hatton Garden and Ely Place, this pub is well worth the effort to find. Very old and atmospheric with a number of good real ales. Quite a few suits, not surprising given the location, but well worth a visit. Very cheap sandwiches too.
Ben - 17 Oct 2002 14:44 |
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