The best pubs London

Waxy O'Connors would be the largest Irish pub in the world and for good reason. The place has 4 bars and 6 floors connected by a labyrinth of stairs and passages. Not to mention the Tree Room, whose decoration literally revolves around a real tree. Richly decorated from floor to ceiling, each floor cultivates its own style and changes its atmosphere. Thanks to the 3 giant screens, the place is ideal for watching live sports. You can also eat there, and every Sunday, a real Irish music orchestra comes to play.

This pub is THE indie destination of London's rock scene, with its large cobbled courtyard furnished with wooden tables and canapés. It made a name for itself during the heyday of Kate Moss and Pete Doherty, when the latter regularly played here with his band. Quite simply, every band worthy of the name has played here since it opened - it feels as if it's always been there. You're guaranteed an excellent evening in the company of the relaxed waiters and the musicians who take to the stage, in what is ultimately a rather retro atmosphere.

From the outside, an old Jamaican pub, intimidating and grimy. And yet... Here's a gem: extraordinary ambience, live jazz music almost every night and, above all, a motley clientele. Toothless old rastas, students, musicians, cardiologists, neurologists, contortionists, astrologers, gardeners, fishermen, acrobats, bearded ladies, dwarfs, giants, cyclops, civil servants... It also serves good Caribbean cuisine, which goes well with the atmosphere. A well-kept London secret... But we'll give it to you anyway.

A pub known for its beers, with more than ten drafts from local micro-breweries, and connoisseurs sure to appreciate every nuance. There's also an excellent range of draught ciders, as well as bottled beers for beer lovers. The setting, freshly reinvented with the arrival of the new owners, is sober, with pale walls and rough wooden furniture. Simple yet focused on a single goal: the sublimation of beer! Perfect for a quiet start to the evening in Stoke Newington, East London's newest district.

The Blackfriar is a historic pub in the heart of Blackfriars, London. This iconic wedge-shaped building, with its mosaics, ornamental balconies and famous black guardian monk above the front door, doesn't go unnoticed. Their commitment to the free-thinking arts and crafts movement is still visible in the sculptures, mosaics and relics depicting cheerful monks. The snack bar, added in 1917-21, sits beneath the nearby railway line and is popular for its barrel-vaulted ceiling. The Blackfriar was almost demolished in the 1960s, but a campaign led by Sir John Betjeman saved it. Today, this unique downtown pub is known for its rich history and Art Nouveau style. It offers a selection of tempting dishes, from seasonal specialties to British classics, as well as a wide range of draught beers and gins.