The St George's Tavern

£8 - £20 / British, Vegetarian options

14 Belgrave Rd, London

Awards

Excellent Fish & Chips 2024

Opening hours

12PM-10:30PM

Sunday 12PM-10:30PM
Monday 12PM-11PM
Tuesday 12PM-11PM
Wednesday 12PM-11PM
Thursday 11AM-11PM
Friday 11AM-11PM
Saturday 11AM-11PM

Charming Pub: Delicious Food, Friendly Service

Navigating the lively labyrinth near London’s Victoria Station, one might stumble upon the charming relic known as St. George's Tavern—a pulsating haunt that seems to have absorbed centuries of jovial ruckus and hearty ballads into its very timbers. Trust me, you’ll want to step inside. Here, amidst the hum of friendly clinks and joyous banter, is a traditional pub environment that has aged like a fine vintage, resonating with stories of timeworn politicians and wide-eyed tourists. The pub effortlessly merges historical essence with a vibrant cornucopia of aromas wafting from plates such as their famed Nicholson's fish and chips and notably exquisite meat pies, proving to be an alluring culinary compass in the capital's central maze.

Yet what truly anchors this Victorian nook within the hearts of its frequent returnees might not necessarily be the varied potations, although they do strike acclaim with crisply precise Camden Hills lager and delightfully unexpected Bulmers cider. Rather, it’s the convivial tapestry of faces—specifically staff members like Zed, who extends a cordial embrace to each newcomer, and stalwarts such as Erika, whose service mimics that of an attentive host welcoming long-lost relatives—which delivers that warmth of belonging and a sprinkle of exclusivity to the pub experience. Whether you're ensconced in conversation by the hearth-like booths or laughing boisterously with compatriots new and old, St. George’s Tavern lets no soul leave unmoved or without witnessing a little of London's eternal spirit peeking through the glass of amber ale. — Clarissa Cuisinier