The Blue Posts

£22 / British

81 Newman St, London

Opening hours

12PM-11PM

Sunday Closed
Monday 12PM-11PM
Tuesday 12PM-11PM
Wednesday 12PM-11PM
Thursday 12PM-11PM
Friday 12PM-11PM
Saturday 12PM-11PM

Cozy Escape with Friendly Atmosphere

A recent visit to this charming little enclave near Oxford Street presented a quintessentially English pub experience with all its inherent quirks. Tucked away from the bustling crowds, the establishment provides refuge for those seeking solace with a pint and perhaps a game of darts with friends. The pub's warm wood interiors play host to an eclectic mix of patrons that ranges from the regular local to the curious traveler. This variety is complemented by an inviting fireplace and tastefully festive decor that simultaneously exudes coziness and sophisticated charm.

Earning silent applause, the establishment prides itself on offering a fine selection of stouts, though the ale enthusiasts might leave somber. Morning visits reveal an unpressured atmosphere perfect for a quiet bequest of dartboard dominance or reflective contemplation over oak torches. Staffed with amiable bartenders eager to help guide you through their spirits selection—albeit with a few raised eyebrows—it's a place that invites frequent loving visits despite its cacophonous nightlife when enthusiasts overturn the calm into something legendary. Keep an ear out for the laments of overpriced drams and forlorn gin and tonics, but come nonetheless for a wallet-friendly lunch engineered for relaxed yet filling comfort close to the heart of Westminster. — Nigel Gourmet