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Warrington Hotel, Maida Vale

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user reviews of the Warrington Hotel, Maida Vale

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Another one that needs to be experienced.

Possibly the most ornate pub I've been to. A real joy to sit on the leather chesterfields and take in the surroundings.

Beer wise - The Sambrooks Junction fitted the surroundings.

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Mappiman - 28 Apr 2017 14:22
Worth a visit for the interesting decor & comfy seats.
Was mostly on the coffee so not sure what the beers were like but the selection wasn't great. Friendly staff and a nice atmosphere in there though.
dyyony - 24 Apr 2017 18:28
There are four hand pumps but all with high alcohols beers meaning caution is called for if drinking other than late evening. Carpets need vacuum cleaning followed by professional attention. Table tops need cleaning. If you plan to eat , check the rating on the Government's "Scores on the Doors" site first, unfortunately they do not display their rating. I would not eat here but presumably plenty of people do.
Beerscout - 23 May 2015 17:23
A classic pub now revived in new hands. Gordon Ramsey having sold up several years ago. Beer was good (and they willing replaced some beer which was off). Friendly and helpful bar staff. Food is available but remarkably it hasn't become a food-led place. We had Sunday roast which was pretty good and pretty good value at £15.

Definitely worth a visit.
simontheeditor - 3 Dec 2014 15:30
Sadly the beer quality did not match the stunning and unusual decor. Faucet Inns seems more like force it down- sorry chaps
huntsbeer - 28 Mar 2013 13:25
This is a beautiful pub inside, with an ornate bar. It was starting to fill up gradually on my Sunday lunchtime visit and a few people were ordering food. The beer quality was fairly poor, with the range being Adnams Broadside & Explorer, Youngs Kew Gold & Wells Bombardier. I thought the service and prices were fine. Nice pub. Shame about the beer.
blue_scrumpy - 18 Sep 2012 20:07
Just happened to be back in the area later in January and popped in for a bite to eat. The two real ales were now contrasting in style, the food was good if a moderate portion and it was served promptly
Iceni_Explorer - 28 Jan 2012 17:10
Great internal and external architecture. If only the beer matched. Only two real ales on when we visited and they were almost identical in Adnams Broadside and Adnams Yuletide. Surely any pub serious about real ale should offer a contrast in flavours/styles as Broadside is not exactly a session beer. I spoke to a regular at the bar who was rather unimpressed with the management company who had taken over from Gordon Ramsey
Iceni_Explorer - 3 Jan 2012 10:50
Lovely interior (and full marks for the loos), but we too were unimpressed by the service and the prices. The staff, while not overtly rude, were offhand, inattentive and inefficient, and generally lacking any aptitude for bar work.

The Kingstone Press cider was fine, and none of my colleagues complained about the beer or the wine. But as for food prices � my meal of two small potato croquettes, a fried duck egg and just half an oven-dried tomato was delicious, as and as much as I wanted� but for �8.95 hardly represented value for money. I was brought no pepper and salt, so walked across and fetched them myself, without apology from the staff; and, of course, the pepper mill was empty! Symptomatic of the generally uncaring, slapdash attitude.
Lizzie13 - 20 Nov 2011 09:15
A truly awful experience. The IPA tasted like vinegar. I asked for it to be swapped to be told that they'd taste it. They duly did and handed it back saying it was fine. Even if it had been, this is appalling service. How many people complain about their pints on average? This was the 1st time in years that I've complained. The only reason why I went is because I work close by and it looks great. I won't be going back ever.
jdey123 - 30 Aug 2011 22:20
This is the closest I've got to using the F Word in relation to pub staff. We were ignored by the young surly male staff who seemed to think working in a Gordon Ramsey pub had made them minor celebrities in their own right. This was exacerbated by the fact that they were fawning all over the couple at the next table who perhaps WERE Z list celebs. At one point we had to wipe our own table clean with a napkin only to have the waiter come past later look at the napkin with distain pick it up with his back to us and work off. Not once did anyone ask us if we want anything to eat or drink and when we went up to the bar and ordered the barmen disappeared without any explaination and we had to reorder again with another guy. Perhaps if you live in the local area you might get a better service but we certainly won't be venturing back into this part of town on the back of this experience.
thinkpubs - 18 Jul 2011 12:17
The Interior of this pub was worth the trip alone but the food was terrible. Has to be said that was the worst salt beef i have ever tasted in London. Ramsey sort it out starting with a change of cook, i say cook because a Chef would never turn out a plate of salt beef like that. I noticed complaints from another couple of people whilst there, one was about the quality of the steak. Jamie Oliver's food better by far. Ramsey you should be ashamed. Sack your cook would be a good start.
peroni2369 - 20 Jun 2011 20:17
This is like going to the moon... it costs a fortune and there's NO atmosphere.
I went in there one lunchtime in the week, about 1:30,and I was the only customer in the entire place! Talk about the ruination of a good pub.
Ramsey, you're a bludger.
von.schlieffen - 26 Apr 2011 17:27
Great building with a wonderful interior but I was also hoping to enjoy a pint or two, not just gawk around. The barstaff (mainly from mainland Europe) ensured that I would NOT enjoy my pints. They were slow, paid no attention to who had been waiting the longest and were unbelievably rude. At one stage, I moved five glasses so a barman could rest his tray of drinks on the bar and then run around and get them for serving. But there was no 'thank you' and he bumped into me on my side of the bar, again with no acknowledgment.

We sat next to three girls who were from another planet - we couldn't decide if their competitive, pretentious behaviour was obnoxious or hilarious.

The ales were surprisingly bad as well - the Pride and IPA tasted nothing like they should. A Gordon Ramsay pub, we decided, is a bit like the Ritz; it's nice to say we've been there but we'll never go back.
The_Real_Alestralian - 10 Jan 2011 13:23

" No celebrities here on Monday night but atmosphere lacking, service good, but ale not cared for "
Norton.77 - 21 Dec 2010 10:52
cracking building, average service, uninspiring beer range, but still a must if you've never been
littlecon - 21 Nov 2010 11:39
Very fancy rich area - so the pub is understandably full of pretty young rich people - nice interior - luckily didnt see the foul-mouthed yob Ramsey who supposedly owns the place - nice enough - but I wouldnt go out of my way for it - the poncy rich crowd put me off.
adamwalsh - 10 Oct 2010 20:34
Went there last night.

Of the beers we had a London Pride and an IPA both were far from the best i have tasted. I had to ask the somewhat surly bar girl if it wasn't too much trouble for her to use a clean fresh glass for my pint. The one she got initially she assured me had water stains only...... maybe but the water had attracted dust and the glass looked like it had been at the back of a cupboard for months. Filthy and disgusting.

On the celeb front David Mitchell was there.

True enough the interior casts ones mind back to pubs of character and style of a bygone day. An area to sit outside was standard wooden bbq style tables. No real attempt to make the outside anymore than what it was.

BUT..... the interior did not justify the woeful beer, dirty glasses and surly attention of the staff.

An avoid for me
Flasheart - 20 Jul 2010 13:34
That Paul Weller comes in here from time to time, for a pint of Guinness or two. He spoke to me once: "Get out of my way" he said.
foghorn - 7 Jun 2010 12:20
Love this pub...on entering two nights ago...candles softly glowed from all areas of the beautiful Victorian interior. Simply stunning place. The bar staff were friendly and informative not only about the drinks available but also telling us a little about the history of the place. When we headed upstairs we were greeted by a charming young waitress who was attentive yet not intrusive...the ambience upstairs didnt have the lively buzz of the pub below but was equally pleasing in that it was relaxing and had an almost romantic ambience. The menu was varied and very reasonably priced,the service was excellent and the guinea fowl was delicious. Me and my wife will certainly be back.
Nathanward11 - 2 Jun 2010 13:00
Still gorgeous. Last night I had Adnams May Day and Broadside, both of which were in tip top condition, and London Pride which was a slightly tired and cardboardy, and a shot of Ardbeg malt. Oxcheek pie was quite nice (downstairs) but served with a limp pickled onion and some slightly watery mash and I was unimpressed to see that they now levy a 12.5% service charge on food orders in the pub. If I have to go up to the bar to order, I don't think 12.5% is in order. Still, the good points far outweigh the bad and I'll be back for more.
red - 14 May 2010 19:24
No it's not cheap but if all you want is cheap beer you can go to a Whetherspoons. The choice of beers, mix of punters and stunning and well preserved interior puts the Warrington ahead of any other pub with a W9 postcode.
theeducator - 13 May 2010 20:17
This is still an awesome pub. The visually spectacular interior is well worth a visit. There are usually four or five real ales on, usually in good form and with a couple of interesting guest ales. They also stock bottle conditioned beers such as the marvellous Meantime London Porter and IPA and a fair range of malt whiskies, though drink prices are fairly high. I feared that when Ramsay took it over he would turn the downstairs into an eating area with reserved seating but that hasn't happened and there isn't much risk of it happening while the state of the food downstairs remains as it is. The portions are small, often lukewarm, and quality is unimpressive, so pop into Street Hawker or Thai Rice up the road before you visit. I've been visiting this pub for the last 20 years and I'll certainly be back.
red - 31 Jan 2010 23:39
Its local to where I live, but I dont drink here that often. Its got a big bar and if you are in a large group its probably one of the better local pubs but watch out if the cricket is on at Lords as it will be packed
mrbunter - 13 Oct 2009 19:08
As a first time visitor im amazed by the negative comments about this beautiful pub, one of the best interiors in the country surely! Had a very good pint of Adnams too tho I take the pint about the pirces �9.90 for three pints! Never tried the food, I was a bit surprised there wasnt much of a fuss about food in there as its owned by Gordson Ramsey! Still, just enjoy it for what it is, a fantastic historic pub whch also serves as decent pint!
pcummings - 9 Aug 2009 13:57
The pub itself must be one of the most beautiful in London and has the added benefit of doing Aspall cider on draft. Unfortunately thats where the good stuff ends. 3 of us had a ploughmans recently and it was by far the worst quality I have ever had the misfortune to be served, the bread was stale, cheese rancid, tomatoes and celery tasteless and the portions (thankfully!) miniscule. When we complained we were told the manager would pop over- nothing happened- when we pressed on this the waitress was rude and said it was meant to be like that! I suppose the arrogance and ignorance must come from the top down. Big shame as we would never visit again and hope the rumour that it is on the market is true and that it passes into ownership of people who care about their customers and produce decent food. I have given it a three for the decor alone.
garryd - 27 May 2009 11:13
The word on the street is that Ramsey's "magic" isn't working here and he's put the place back on the market. Let's hope so. Anybody got a few million to spare?
foghorn - 7 Mar 2009 09:37
I like this place, has everyone forgotten why you go to a pub - to enjoy a beer with ur friends??? I don't think people should comment on food when they haven't even tasted it!
waynebgrayson - 2 Mar 2009 16:11
Well, 3pound 20 for a pint of London Pride says it all. Over priced average fare. Ramsey has a great oportunity to give us some great beer but it's the same old Pride, Greene King IPA, Adnams, Peroni, Kronenburg and oh my God is Ramsey a total idiot, Fosters! How can you take him seriously when he serves the beer equivalent of a big mac in his pub. I wouldn't mind paying a little more for good quality but the Warrington fails to deliver. Don't bother making a special effort to visit.
ben21 - 28 Feb 2009 22:48
As I live a few yards down the road from this place, I really should be in there all the time. Somehow, though, it is just not the sort of place that you feel affection towards. Sure, it has a fantastic interior (and exterior), and the beer is well-kept. I suppose the food is probably good, though I've never tried any, bit pricey for pub nosh.

I suppose part of my issue is the atmosphere - having bouncers on the doors weekend evenings, the benches outside are silly kid-sized things that can hardly accommodate anyone, they've pulled down the blinds that used to make the inside bearable in the summer evenings when the sun comes round. All sounds niggly, but it adds up to a place that I do still have an occasional beer at, but don't love.

Incidentally "apparently" the building was a brothel in the 1800s, and sitting as it does on "Randolph Avenue" gave rise to the term "randy"!
sc597 - 8 Jan 2009 22:25
This pub retains most, if not all, of its original Victorian features, including marble pillars, bartop and fireplace; masses of dark wood and etched and cut glass. This is a very impressive pub, and is a very comfortable place in which to have a drink. Ales are OK but nothing special. Didn�t eat in there � not particularly keen to pay Gordon Ramsey�s prices. Definitely worth a visit for the d�cor alone.
RexRattus - 10 Nov 2008 18:17
Impressive looking pub. There were at least Four real ales on. Including Adnams Broadside, London Pride, Deuchers and Tribute.
Price 2.90 for a Tribute which was OK.

Well worth a visit for the interior. Will go again if in the area.
TheHorsesMouth - 3 Oct 2008 13:02
Getting worse by the hour.
�6 for a pork pie! �3 for a Scotch egg!
They're having a laugh int they?
Don't they know there's a war on?
Join the exodus; see you down the Warwick Castle.
foghorn - 30 Jul 2008 19:03
First visit since the revamp from yours truly last Saturday.

Yes, some of the "wow factor" of the internal decor has gone, but there is still much to admire, particularly the art nouveau glasswork.

There's 3 real ales regularly on - Adnams Broadside, Fullers Pride and Greene King IPA - all at � 2.90p , which, I suppose makes the Broadside reasonably good value by London price standards.

Inevitably, its more food orientated now, but drinkers are still catered for and don't feel out of place.

Disappointingly, but not surprisingly, there was no sign ( or sound !) of the effing and blinding shouty one - which was a shame as I was feeling a bit grouchy myself that day.

Still worth going out of your way to visit in my book
JohnBonser - 18 Jun 2008 13:38
I too was there on a cold night and asked why the fires were not alight. I was told by the duty bar manager (?) that the fires were no loger lit (after 150 years without an incident) because of Health and Safety laws. Absolute bollocks. For "Health and Safety" read "We can't be ARSED". Do us all a favour somebody, buy this pub back off these nincompoops. Please.
foghorn - 24 Apr 2008 11:27
I cannot believe that Gordons designers have done such a comprehensive job of wrecking the Warrington. There is no atmosphere any more. The furniture is appalling. The seating is uncomfortable. The lighting is dreadfull. The small bar is dark, dreary and cold. The fires can not be light any more. The bar staff are re-employed waiters. Their personalities have been removed before they go to work. This pub used to have a large number of regular customers from all walks of life but most of them have not returned as they no longer like the place
planecrazy - 12 Apr 2008 11:45

Visited for a drink and a light dinner in the downstairs bar area. The food came in tiny portions, was overpriced and poorly prepared. Several of the items on the menu weren't actually available, and the wait staff didn't care. The restaurant upstairs left a pretty poor impression as well.
If you're thinking about going, don't bother, its average and overpriced. There are much better pubs for a drink and food in Maida Vale and the surrounding area.


lachlan - 25 Mar 2008 11:03
No sign of Mr Ramsay himself! The place itself was running good though, �3.85 for 500ml bottled beers was not too expensive given the upmarket area. Interesting range of drinks indeed.
aleman - 2 Mar 2008 10:51
�3.95 for a pint of Peroni! Bit much, but a nice boozer never the less. I did prefer it when it showed football and didn't have uni-sex toilets, but I must be old fashioned. Can someone tell me what is wrong with a pub that sells Stella and crisps. Soon London will be a traditional pub free zone, full of places with people eating cashews and drinking Chablet.
punter80 - 18 Feb 2008 10:25
What a dissapointment!

Carpet has been changed.. big Deal! I'll be sticking to my local the "Prince Alfred" which has more class than the Warrington ever will.

All that's happened now is that parking in my street has got worse! Thanks Gordon
lrdweasel - 11 Feb 2008 17:46
�6 million renovations spent on what? A new red carpet? A new red espresso machine at the bar? The toilets are a joke and poorly designed. How is one hand dryer going to work?

Uninspiring, boring and disappointing. Obviously Mr. Ramsey outsourced this revamp to some junior apprentice that has no clue.

elfrozo - 11 Feb 2008 17:31
Great to see the Warrington open again but there seems to have been a lot of work done for pretty much the same pub allowing that there is now a decent restaurant upstairs. The curious are pouring in and I regret that the Fullers ESB has now gone and the beers on offer are a small stage above water. The new staff were faffing about especially with the computer tills and it took me ages to get served. And the uni toilets - not keen on these. Some of the ease and glamour of the old Warrington has gone but at least its still there in fancy dress mode.
maidavale - 11 Feb 2008 10:11
wow! what a stunning pub! some of the staff are quite hot as well! so worth checking out this place is great.
swilliam - 9 Feb 2008 22:03
I was in The warrington on Friday night and the barstaff said it would be closing for three months as of last Sunday. Most of the work is being done upstairs but downstairs is 'being returned to its former glory'. If it was once better than it was it must have been absolutely perfect !!
Glasgowboy - 10 Oct 2007 16:11
Used to be a great place for an early doors drink, especially in the summer. Had to avoid grtting run over when attempting to take drinks onto the roundabout!
RichardX2 - 4 Oct 2007 10:41
Been bought by Gordon Ramsey I believe.
Clivers - 6 Sep 2007 19:40
Popped in last night only to be blown away by the decor. It's an impressive enough sight from the outside but the art noveaux decoration is something special.

Looked like a decent selection of Fuller's ale and the barman was efficient without going out of his way.

Likely to go back.
anonymous - 27 Jul 2007 14:29
Quality
Fart - 4 Jul 2007 16:39
Featured famously in The Sweeney during the episode 'Night Out'. No drunken Scotish football fans in there now through.
FrankWhisky - 21 Jun 2007 03:08
WHAT A WONDERFUL PUB LETS HOPE HE KEEPS IT THIS WAY
JUST NEEDS TO SORT OUT UP STAIRS.
clover - 26 May 2007 09:44
Be watchful of the workers behind the bar if you are paying by card. My card was swipped twice. The place is over-rated with poor service and expensive drinks.

Quite up its own back passage, but not quite on a par with the Waterway.


pquinlan - 22 May 2007 22:24
Stunning pub interior like no other, good beer,wine and champagne selection, friendly bar staff and a fun pub quiz on Tuesdays at 8pm
Monica Hayworth - 19 Mar 2007 11:14
I really hope Mr Ramsay doesn't ruin this unique pub. Though the decor might not change, the atmosphere undoubtedly will. Am going to go her as much as I can before we lose another great London pub.
jimothy - 17 Feb 2007 21:31
Regarding Gordon Ramsey, taking on this pub, anyone who has been to his restaurant will know he is not a man who unduly interested in interiors, and this boozer is ALL about the interior.
pubaholic - 10 Feb 2007 10:48
Apparently he is aware of the significance of the interior and that it's on the CAMRA Local Inventory. Not that that stopped the people who revamped the Queens Arms, Hammersmith.
beeronaut - 31 Dec 2006 15:40
I haven't been for a while, but when I lived down W9 way I always greatly enjoyed this, one of the few decent pubs in that area. As I recall, decent real ales and a splendid interior. I hope that the Gordon Ramsey takeover doesn't alter things too much, although I have my doubts.
grecian - 27 Nov 2006 16:35
Hopefully when it's owned by a TV chef you'll be able to get a decent sandwich with your pint. At the moment all they do when you ask for food is say, 'There's a Thai restaurant upstairs'. If I wanted a Thai restaurant, why would I be in a pub?
Biggles - 24 Nov 2006 10:18
Get yourselves into the Warrington and enjoy it while you can - well kept ales, friendly & attentive staff and an amazing interior make it a very special place indeed. If the newspapers are to be believed(!) this wonderful pub is about to get a tiresome gastro pub revamp courtesy of Gordon Ramsey. He's about to buy it and no doubt strip it of its appeal and whack up the prices. Tragic news in my opinion - the Truscott down the road has just closed down - can't he go and interfere with that instead?!
Clammy_Lammy - 2 Nov 2006 13:24
Re the 'brothel' rumour: sadly not true, and at least some of the saucy wooden panelling is dated 1965. Still a cracking pub though.
beeronaut - 8 Oct 2006 10:37
Splendidly opulent pub with an over-the-top interior in the main (right-hand) bar, serving several ales including Deuchars IPA at the moment. Thai restaurant upstairs. The pub was used in the Sweeney episode 'Night Out' and hasn't changed much since then.
beeronaut - 7 Oct 2006 22:03
This pub used to be the famous John otways local when he lived nearby.Another plus!!!!
glossopowl - 27 Jul 2006 23:23
Good beer, excellent staff and a stunning interior. My favourite London pub.
TheCat - 23 May 2006 16:59
A pretty stunning interior and the ale wasn't bad either.First time i had visited this area of London and will definately return.
TonyAle - 24 Apr 2006 21:01
The place to visit if you are bound for the BBC Studios. In fact, some may be tempted just to stay!

Was in there last night and a young bloke walked in with two red seter puppies which he was teaching English to with words like, "Stay", "Roll over", "Lay down" and "Come". Reminded me of my days teaching the language to young Japanese girl students - obviously for many a different reason!

A couple walked in and his lass freaked at the dogs. Waving his hand at the dogs, he asked the barman, "Any place where we can get away from these filthy, slobbering animals?"

The barman glanced over and without a grin swiftly replied, "Sorry mate, all our regulars are like that!" The bar crowd dissolved into hopeless laughter.

They sat in a far corner, quaffed their drinks and hurriedly left!
mikem - 9 Feb 2006 13:10
what a cracking pub! if you're looking for a pub to go to during the xmas period, this is a must!
warm and cosy in the evening, with great service, drink and atmosphere. it also has a lovley beer garden with plenty of seating surrounded by heaters. just what you need on a cold winter night.
and if you like thai food, i'm gonna bet you'll like the restaurant upstairs. i sure did!
ilovebeer - 19 Dec 2005 10:57
Easily in my top twenty London pubs and well worth a visit by all. Just a few minutes from Maida Vale tube is very close and just off the Edgware Road.

My Sunday lunchtimes wouldn't be the same without the Warrington (especially since the closure of Crockers).

Excellent selection of well kept real ales (incl. ESB), fantastic architecture inside and out, great seating arrangements for large and small groups, cheese and biscuits on the bar, first rate Thai food, no background music - just the hum of conversation, etc., etc.
Occasionally drink here on a Friday night as well and, naturally it is very busy, but still has bags of charm and character.

Verdelot - 6 Dec 2005 14:50
the only place to watch footy in the maida vegas/st johns wood area.

one word: gutted
cashdog - 14 Sep 2005 15:37
Good beer and great decor. Forget you're in London. Envious of locals (they must be minted to live round here)
redrocket - 24 Aug 2005 21:57
they serve magner's, on top of that they also sell dry roasted nuts. brilliant
OllyMott - 30 Jun 2005 16:36
This place is jammed during matches, hopping on a warm day, and seemingly busy every day of the week. Warm, friendly, fun, great bar staff, and what an incredible architectural sight! Used to be a brothel, owned by the Anglican church. Order takeaway from Ben's and eat it outside on the picnic tables.

This place is for everyone, from whippersnappers to old fogies. Proper ales and guest beers served hand pulled, and also all the cold lagers the younguns love. If you are lucky and Penny is working, so much the better.


bossygirl - 21 Jun 2005 11:23
Very ornate pub - go for the architecture alone. Service could be better, but who cares!
posieflump - 13 Apr 2005 18:26
Yeah its decent,..one of my favourite locals. Good no matter what the season but esp boisterous on a nice sunny day. Two distinctly different bars,...go there for a few months or so and you will automatically graduate to the Shi t one,...apart from on special occasions,...like having birds with you (or when you need to use the toilet/other fruity. Stangely alway music free,..but it seems to work ok. Been in the area 10 years now,...ever eaten in there....
kmcs - 30 Mar 2005 11:26
A very ornate and spectacularly good pub - If only it was nearer civilisation!
TheGP - 6 Mar 2005 13:06
Classic style in the bar. Good atmosphere. Can get quite smoky, though. Fantastic Ben's Thai restaurant upstairs serving good value, tasty Thai food.
anonymous - 9 Feb 2005 11:30
Gorgeous Gussie of a pub. Stunning d�cor of bugle blowing seraphs and dark wood with soft sensitive lighting. Beer is always in great order and the service by the younger staff light and cheerful. Some of the older ones could learn here - they seem to see it as a personal favour to give you their attention. Had a full pint there once and came back from the gents. No pint and complained. Little sympathy.

Saw Frankie Frasier one night with a blonde on each shoulder - our eyes met and then I feared for my health. Not a very mixed clientele - feel slightly uncomfortable among the apparently upmarket whizzy type people. Its always a good sign to see the odd old codger gazing into his tumbler. Very few here. More Thai food. Whoever created this eating craze will have to meet their Higher Being one day. Be warned.
Watcher - 30 Jan 2005 17:56
When i was a student in the late 1990's I used to visit this fine establishment regularly - I never really considered myself as lucky to live so close to such a top pub. Now I realise how fortuitous I was.

The Warrington is a superb pub with original Victorian features. Cracking Thai food in the restaurant upstairs. The beer is good and ambiance was smashing.

Saturday night just gone (18/12/04) was karaoke night which usually fills me with dread and conjures up images of drunk women wailing Gloria Gaynor's "I will survive" however even the karaoke was done well (as is everything else in this pub) and everyone was singing along.

This is about as close to pub perfection that you can get.
mike2004 - 20 Dec 2004 09:18
Ben's Thai is just stupendous and the whole deal is excellent in an area where you somehow just don't expect to chance across a really good pub.
Truth_is_out_there - 5 Dec 2004 21:59
Prepare for a surprise if you go here, the pub boasts a lavish Victorian / Art Deco interior, has lots of history; it was rumoured to be a brothel many years ago and some of the inlaid wooden decor would support this!

Bags of character, maybe a little OTT, but fun all the same. Well kept beer including a regularly changing guest ale, and to top it off a Thai restarant upstairs that you can sit in or order take way which is cooked whilst you have your pint
anonymous - 5 Dec 2004 15:38
Just to add an important point to my post below. The other day, for the first time in 4 years of occasionally going here, I went into the back bar, which actually turns out to be the main bar. Big surprise. Has about five Fullers ales on tap and there's a phenomenally popular Thai restaurant upstairs. All very recommended.
travis - 28 Oct 2004 09:54
A big old pub that can get absurdly busy in the summer. The London Pride is drinkable, and it looks like a pub, which shouldn't always be taken for granted these days.

God, I sound like I'm about 50.
travis - 11 Oct 2004 16:21
go in the big bar to appreciate the history, but finish of in the public bar, which is where the indigenous locals go . on the National Heritage ' national inventorary of historic pub interiors .
dan - 30 Jul 2004 16:26
great put with Bens Thai on top. Lovely beer garden.
Justine Davis - 10 Jul 2004 11:16
My brother had his birthday here and unfortunately i was unable to attend. I left a message on the pub answer phone for someone to call me so i could arrange to have some champagne waiting for him on arrival. No one called. I left another message the next day and a grumpy, old bast**d called me back saying that "This is my private line and i was out til 1am". The assh**e continued. "It says on the message if you want the restaurant you should call a different number." I explained to him that i didn't realise that this referred to the pub, i assumed that was restaurant bookings, and i was interested in a restaurant booking i didn't call that number. Perhaps, i suggested, you should change the message to say so so there is no confusion. The runts reply "It's been this way for 21 years and i ain't changing it for you!" Charming...
Nidal - 27 May 2004 12:11
I used to work there also back in 1995. Great pub, great gov, lots of great punters and lots of good memories. If anyone is reading this Tanya and Craig says hello (staff 1994-1995)
Tanya - 18 Feb 2004 03:41
I used to work there for about 6 months in 1996. There used to be a hardcore Spurs fan called Al who held up one end of the bar. Does anyone know if he is stil there !
Craig Price - [email protected] - 31 Dec 2003 04:11
Maida Vale's finest drinking establishment, without question.
grecian - 30 Dec 2003 10:20
In my top 5 pubs in London and as a CAMRA member, I have been to hundreds in the capital.
frank - 26 Dec 2003 13:14
great pub (then again...., if they served cold beer i'd consider brixton lockup a great pub!!), apparently (true story) the Warrington used to be a brothel over 100yr's ago, still the same woodwork over the bar etc???
stevo - 13 Nov 2003 17:02
Brilliant, just brilliant, just what every pub should be.
Dan - 29 Sep 2003 22:34
The Warrington was beautiful and so much fun. When I was studying in London (I am from the States), I frequented the Warrington often. I loved being able to drink outside in the cool fall weather on the picnic tables with heat lamps. Ben's Thai Restaurant upstairs is also excellent!
taramichelle79 - 20 Sep 2003 23:29
fantastic for all types, mixed crowd of builders to rock starsl outdoors is a suntrap, inside dark and cozy. gets crowded - after closing go to ottos lounge up the street for dancing.
e hourihan - 29 Jun 2003 13:59
really get packed when hot. nice food upstairs... even seen liam gallagher here!!
rui - 20 Jun 2003 18:28
Reasonably priced, and beautiful. The bathrooms leave a bit to be desired, but all in all a really chill place.
Danielle Mathers - 17 Jun 2003 22:20
One of the best pubs in Maida Vale (although there are a few good ones). Two separate bars. Very lively on a Saturday night. Seating area outside which is a big plus in the summer.
simon - 1 Mar 2003 21:42
Great pub close to Maida Vale Tube which used to be a brothel many moons ago. Awesome outdoor area makes it a must for summer. Also has a great Thai restaurant upstairs.
Ben Mitchell - 21 May 2002 12:45

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