The Alma, Newington Green

Love it - it's my local and is always atmospheric even if not very busy. Great little courtyard out the back for summer evenings or for smokers, an in-house canine that occasionally bundles through, and a great wine list and comfy seating. I wouldn't bother with the food though - it is overpriced for what you get and the chefs won't adapt any of the dishes to preferences. Apparently the portions of wedges are 'matched' with the number of burgers procured and never the twain shall be separated.

6 Dec 2009 18:39

The White Swan, Covent Garden

Lovely spot, nice staff, good vibe. Even though it is an O'Neills, it doesn't really feel like a chain pub. Near enough to Covent Garden but a bit away from all the rush.

17 Jul 2008 10:09

The Porterhouse, Covent Garden

Absolutely love this place - great selection of beers (but not wines if you are into that), friendly staff, heaps of seating indoors, great ambience, and a nice big outdoors area. In the thick of the action but tucked away enough to not be too hectic - a great place to watch the world go by. Food is also good quality and reasonably priced. Only criticism is the small number of tables in the outdoors area, which could be much better utilised.

17 Jul 2008 10:02