2007 award winners
The Fancyapint.com London Pub awards 2007 are sponsored by:
Reviewers’ awards
The Palm Tree, Haverfield Road, E3 5BH - Reviewer’s overall winner
A great, traditional East End boozer
We’ve known this one for many a year and it’s never let us down. One of the last of the old-time East End boozers, the Palm Tree is a friendly boozer where a good time is guaranteed – especially when there’s live music.
Ye Olde White Bear, Well Road, NW3 1LJ
A pub that’s got everything just right
Hampstead is home to some fine pubs but this one stands out. An ever-changing supply of ales helps, but the food hits the spot too. A pub where all the parts fit comfortably together and where everyone feels at home.
Lord Nelson, 14 West End Lane, EN5 2SA
Easily the best pub in Barnet and one of the very best in London
A wonderful, individual pub, the Lord Nelson is one of the homeliest and charming pubs we’ve had the pleasure to drink in all year. Great beers and lovely home cooked food add up to one of the jewels in the Young’s pub crown.
Lord Clyde, 27 Clennam Street, SE1 1ER
A family tradition at the heart of the community
This one’s been in the same family for 50 years – and it shows. A well-maintained, striking pub, it’s remained true to its roots as the area around it has changed. First-rate service, great atmosphere - nigh on the perfect London pub.
Dartmouth Arms, 35 York Rise, NW5 1SP
An idiosyncratic take on the contemporary pub experience
Balancing food and drink in a pub can be hard, but the Dartmouth Arms does it very well. A pub at ease with itself – you could be in the dining room or watching the football in the bar, but you’ll feel relaxed in either.
Most improved pub
Cock & Hen, 360 North End Road, SW6 1LY
A most welcome transformation – and a new beer to boot
Until recently this was an unloved boozer. Its rebirth as the Cock & Hen was immediately successful, establishing itself with a winning combination of fine food, excellent beers - including one they brew themselves - and friendly service. A deserving winner.
Best renovation
St George & the Dragon, 183 High Street, Acton
A marvellous makeover
The renovation here revealed a wood-panelled, high-ceilinged pub which is a pleasure to spend time in. The food and drink on offer more than match the setting and the overall impression is of a settled pub that feels like it's been in its present form for years.
Visitors’ awards
King's Arms, 25 Roupell Street, SE1 8TB - Visitors’ overall winner
A perennial favourite
For the second year in a row the King's Arms has won our overall Visitors’ Award. Its location, ambience and quality of service add up to a pub Fancyapint.com's users just can't get enough of.
Water Poet, 9-11 Folgate Street, E1 6BX
Easy-going – a good time for everyone
Positioned where the City meets Shoreditch, this one manages to keep everyone happy. It's bigger than it looks from the outside, has a laid-back feel and is a justifiably popular pub.
Jerusalem Tavern, 55 Britton Street, EC1M 5NA
Old and new in perfect harmony
A wonderful 18th century building perfectly complemented by St Peter's Brewery’s excellent beers - topped off with fine service and a great atmosphere. Messrs Boswell and Johnson would have heartily approved
Prince Arthur, 80-82 Eversholt Street, NW1 1BX
A relaxing place that takes care of everything for you
Winner of our most improved pub award in 2004, the Prince Arthur has gone from strength to strength since then. The pub’s mix of well-kept beers, great Thai food and friendly service adds up to a deservedly popular pub.
Red Lion, 23 Crown Passage, King Street, SW1Y 6PP
Cosy and timeless
For a long time it was a favourite of ours, now it’s also a solid favourite with our users. Fitting snugly into a St James's side street, the friendly service and mix of clientele give this an air of aimiable gentility.