The Ship and Shovell, Charing Cross

Interesting bar with good service and well-kept ale, but the crowds are overwhelming most weekdays starting late afternoon through the evening. Well worth a visit anyway.

9 Jan 2009 01:16

The Round Table, Leicester Square

Bad service. The bartender was rude in his semi-english attempts to make me understand that ALL ales were out and I would have to order one of the lagers. Although it was not crowded, service was very slow as well. Hopefully this was an exception to the usual experience there.

9 Jan 2009 01:12

The White Horse, Parsons Green

As a beer lover, this pub was specifically recommended to me by other American friends who have visited London frequently. I went there with high expectations, and they were exceeded. Great selection of both English Ales and other continental lagers. Very helpful bartender who took a genuine interest in our selections. The locals and Londoners who were there were truly the friendliest we encountered during our visit. Highly recommended.

9 Jan 2009 01:06

The Coal Hole, Strand

Great atmosphere, festive crowds, good ale, but frequently too crowded to relax.

9 Jan 2009 01:02

The Cove, Covent Garden

Neat setup and nice if you can get a seat on the balcony, but they were out of every ale except Guinness when we were there.

9 Jan 2009 00:59

The Coach and Horses, Kew

Went there with a friend while the wives were visiting the Gardens. Friendly, relaxed, comfortable, many locals stopping for a pint with their dogs in tow. Later, our spouses and children arrived and we had one of the best pub meals we've enjoyed.

9 Jan 2009 00:56

The Salisbury, Leicester Square

Warm, comfortable, relaxed, festive, friendly....the list goes on.

9 Jan 2009 00:47