November 1, 2024
if London As is often claimed, there are fewer cities with existing cohesion than a group of villages, and then bars are the soul of these villages. “Locals” are places to put down after get off work, with friends, gossip, and of course some throwing back.
The subsequent bar crawl explores the best watering holes around Fleet Street, once the heart of the British newspaper industry, each bar is a hotbed of rumor, and the sources that any sharp journalist can remember soberly.
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Above: Blackfriar Bar
Just across from the Royal Court, it was a cafe, which opened in 1723 and was frequented by the scribe Horace Walpole, Oliver Goldsmith and the ubiquitous Dr. Samuel Johnson. Bars since Victorian times, George Still have beautiful (if artificial) medieval wood and lead glass. 213 chains
This unusual bar Located in the remodeled former bank branch, this branch retains all the majesty of the Finance Palace and boasts a huge interior and exquisite murals. 194 Fleet St.
The main reason for coming here is the construction and some former clients. Most of the buildings survived the London fires, dating back to the 16th century. It is said that the rooster is made in front by the master’s grinning Gibbons. bar It is a favorite of Charles Dickens, Samuel Pepys and Alfred Lord Tennyson, who mentioned the book in one of his poems, whose copy hangs near the entrance. 22 Fleet St.
This wonderful maze Old bar Reconstructed after the fire in 1666, there has not been much change since then. Dr. Samuel Johnson lives around the corner, and other literary ghosts haunt the place. It is run by Samuel Smith’s brewery, and its pints are probably the cheapest in the capital. It’s also a decent place for carbs, maybe a steak or a vegetarian pie. Wine Office Court, 145 Fleet Street.
This cozy and authentic bar Built in the 1670s, a worker’s building near the church of “Wedding Cake” designed by Christopher Wren. The bistro maintains the old world atmosphere with lead windows and walls. The laid-back, gentle atmosphere makes this a great place for pints or some locally distilled gin. 95 Fleet St.
Scares of ownership hatred This Victorian Bar (Former Gin) is a satirical magazine punch Founded in 1841. Look for artifacts from this publication, as well as souvenirs on the walls with the theme of “Fist and Judy.” Bright interior with beautiful mirrors and art-new chandeliers. 99 Fleet St.
Amazingly detailed interior This wedge-shaped craft bar It is a feast for the eyes. The grand engraved panels of monks remind you that the bar is built on the ruins of the 13th-century Dominican monastery, under the vaulted ceiling you will find ideas such as inscribed Wisdom is rare. It’s a popular after-get off work puddle for lawyers in nearby legal meeting rooms. 174 Queen Victoria.
There are as many bars as restaurants as bars, resemble Execute each role well. It is set in the restored paper dealer’s warehouse with an elegant curved glass bay front. Looking forward to high-end customers, Fuller’s beer and respected wine list. Queen Victoria St Andrew 31–34.