Gemma R.
Archway
19 reviews
A royal alternative
14 Apr 08, 15:26
Beyond expectations
My heart used to sink into my boots when friends suggested meeting up in the centre of London, as it usually meant sitting in a noisy All Bar One wishing I was somewhere else. You know, somewhere cool. Then, happily, I discovered the Royal George. Squat and concrete, it doesn't look too promising but once you're inside it's a whole different story. The decor is pleasingly eclectic, with fairy lights and junkshop chairs and walls papered with old comic strips. There are some tasty beers on tap - I'd particularly recommend the Budvar Black - and they serve good food to soak up the booze. Downstairs is a tiki bar which can be hired for private parties - the last time I went there was a ukelele jam session going on down there, which sort of sums the place up really. So if the idea of going out drinking in the West End brings you out in hives, then the Royal George is definitely the place for you.
