Dirty Dick's

Deciding to discover London on your own means one thing, you have no one to tell you what to do, where to go, and when to do it. Being so, out of all the pubs in London, I chose Dirty Dicks to be my first pub experience. You always remember your first.

This was right around where I was staying, so it was actually really convenient. I didn't have to worry about the travel back to my room... Continua

As a student many years ago (OK decades ago) this was one of our haunts. I was surprised how much it had changed. Gone were the cobwebs and filth on the floor now it was a drinking hole for the overpaid bankers (careful, Norm, with your spelling). Shame that happened but pubs these days must take the clientèle offered to keep afloat. However, great ales and good service. Continua

My buddy and I stopped here to kill some time. We had a pint and I being an American, had a cheap laugh at the name.

We ordered our drinks at the wooden bar, but ended up enjoying them outside on the corner, as it was just so hot and humid inside.

Great old pub with friendly bartenders. Perfect for a pint or two or three with friends. Continua

We stopped here for a Sunday lunch on a cold and snowy weekend in January. The restaurant upstairs is very nicely decorated and feels welcoming and cosy. Service is friendly and efficient.

Now onto the food! The Sunday lunch is genuinely very good. I had the pork belly and it was cooked perfectly, was flavourful and was just the right portion size.

Price wise, it's slightly pricier than I'm... Continua

Have to say a really decent all rounder!

The bar staff are all really friendly and efficient which means you never have to wait long for your drinks to be served.

The food was served quickly and the prices are very decent considering the location.

The standard was good too.

There is a follow up with a waiter to make sure all is okay, which for such a busy place that is equally as stand up and... Continua