Lamb Tavern

Stunning Views and Exceptional English Fare

Nestled in the historic embrace of Leadenhall Market, the Lamb Tavern conjures the warmth of an old-world charm with an artful twist. Upon ascending to the restaurant on the top floor, you're greeted not just by satisfying whiffs of classical English fare, but also a sweeping panorama of the bustling market below—a tapestry alive with echoes of London's mercantile past. Whether savoring a hearty shepherd's pie or a mouthwatering fish and chips, it becomes apparent that while the menu clings to tradition, it dallies in decadence. Yet, it's as if the saga is less about your palate and more about where you find yourself taking part: absorbed in a comfortable refuge with generously portioned delights, sunlit from ceiling-high windows that frame one of the city's more spectacular spots.

In keeping with tradition, service is both sprightly and solicitous—storytellers like Samia and Ash harmonize hospitality with familiarity, effortlessly dancing from offering solid culinary guidance to creative assistance with diners’ photo opportunities. And still, perhaps the measure of this establishment runs even deeper: tucked perilously close to becoming just another old London pub navigating modernity, it’s a place resplendent in staying power—keeping visitors warm and feasted through countless winters. For both those dropping in for a pipe major of Scotch eggs and insiders rapt by innovative cocktails, the Lamb Tavern remains a refreshing paradox: timeworn yet invigorating, embodying what we outsiders envision when daydreaming of London's picturesque potions of pleasantries. — Clarissa Cuisinier