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The George, Pub & Restaurant, London,

The George, Pub & Restaurant

4.4 (642)
£26 to £40
British
213 Strand, London, WC2R 1AP

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
The George on the Strand is a historic pub located at 213 Strand, London, WC2R 1AP. Situated directly opposite the Royal Courts of Justice, it has been serving patrons since 1723.

The pub is known for its traditional English charm and classic pub fare. Upstairs at the George the dining room offers a more refined dining experience, featuring modern British cuisine.

The George is conveniently located near Temple and Chancery Lane Underground stations, making it easily accessible for both locals and visitors. Its proximity to notable landmarks such as the Royal Courts of Justice and Somerset House adds to its appeal as a quintessential London pub.

Whether you're looking for a traditional pub experience or a more upscale meal, The George on the Strand offers a blend of historic ambiance and contemporary dining options.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Gastro Pub, Contemporary British
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7353 9638
  • Website
    http://www.georgeinthestrand.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    The George is a beautiful old pub situated on the Strand near Temple where inside you'll find an elegant and sophisticated pub dining room on the first floor and an adjacent private dining room.
  • Private party contact
    Team George: 020 7353 9638
  • Location
    213 Strand, London, WC2R 1AP
  • Neighborhood
    Covent Garden
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    The George is situated on the Strand, meaning we have amazing access into the Square Mile & the West End, there are several bus stops along the Strand, 1 being a 2 minute walk. Temple tube station, on the circle and district lines is only a 5 minute walk to the George, & Blackfriars is a 10 minute stroll.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Menu

The George, Pub & Restaurant's menu was last updated on 6/21/2025.

Spring Cocktails

  • Hugo Spritz£12.50

    • Watermelon Margarita£13.00

      • Sangria 0%£8.50

        Starters

        • Superstraccia£10.50

          beetroot, broad bean, pinenut, fig leaf dressing

          • Crab crumpet£14.00

            pink grapefruit, herb salad

            • Grilled pigeon£11.00

              roast heritage carrot, pickled walnuts, goats curd

              • Chilled cucumber & pea soup£13.00

                smoked trout, mango & lime

                • Country pate£12.00

                  pickled celery, chutney, toasted sourdough

                  • Baked camembert£20.00

                    roast garlic, hot honey sauce, toasted sourdough

                    Mains

                    • Grilled whole lemon sole£32.00

                      ratte potatoes, seaweed & caviar butter, crispy samphire

                      • Coronation butter chicken Kiev£25.00

                        wedge salad, pickled sultana, almond, fries

                        • Burella£19.00

                          heritage tomato panzanella, rose harissa, charred orange, roast garlic croutons

                          • Cider battered haddock & chips£22.00

                            crushed peas, curry sauce, tartare sauce

                            • The George double cheese & bacon burger£20.00

                              house sauce & fries

                              • Grilled pork chop£26.00

                                white bean, n'duja stew, baby leek, pistachio

                                • Roast lamb rump£24.00

                                  dauphinoise potato, baby onion, peas, grape mustard gravy

                                  From the Grill

                                  35 day dry aged Scotch Steaks sourced by John Gilmours of East Lothian served with watercress, Choice of Sauce: Peppercorn / Jalapeno salsa verde / Garlic & herb butter

                                  • 10oz Flat Iron steak£26.00

                                    • 10oz Rump steak£28.00

                                      • 10oz Sirloin steak£30.00

                                        Sides

                                        • Hand cut chips£6.00

                                          • Wedge salad£9.00

                                            roast garlic ranch, chives, crispy onions

                                            • Baron Bigod cauliflower cheese£9.00

                                              parsley crumbs

                                              • Burrata£10.50

                                                charred tenderstem broccoli & Jerusalem artichokes, burnt orange, smoked almond

                                                • Roasted beetroot & goats curd£9.00

                                                  toasted kesha, cured lemon & dill dressing

                                                  Last updated: June 19, 2025

                                                  What 642 people are saying

                                                  The George, Pub & Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                  4.4
                                                  4.4 based on recent ratings
                                                  • 4.4Food
                                                  • 4.3Service
                                                  • 4.4Ambience
                                                  • 4.2Value

                                                  Noise • Energetic

                                                  Review summary

                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                  The George, Pub & Restaurant, offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing Sunday roasts," particularly the beef. Guests rave about the "friendly and attentive service" and cozy atmosphere, especially in the "upstairs dining room." While some found the menu mismatched or food underwhelming, many applaud the "delicious meals and efficient staff."
                                                  642 Reviews

                                                  1. John

                                                    Berkshire5 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    A well-placed historic pub with above average pub classics and great beer selections. Great to have Matildhe back on the pumps! Cheers!
                                                    The George, Pub & RestaurantResponded today
                                                    Thank you for the kind words! We're so pleased you enjoyed the food, beers, and the historic charm of the pub. And yes — it’s absolutely brilliant to have Matildhe back behind the bar! We’ll pass on your cheers to her. Hope to see you again soon! All the best, Team George

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                                                  2. Julie

                                                    Chicago / Illinois1 review

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on June 23, 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    The George had been recommended for a classic pub experience, and we were not disappointed! The staff were friendly, the food was delicious, and we enjoyed the atmosphere of the 300+ year old establishment.
                                                    The George, Pub & RestaurantResponded today
                                                    Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted The George lived up to the recommendation and that you enjoyed the atmosphere, food, and service. It’s always a pleasure to share our historic pub with guests like you — we hope to welcome you back again soon! All the best, Team George

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                                                  3. Alan

                                                    Cambridge/Cambridgeshire1 review

                                                    1.0

                                                    Dined on June 14, 2025

                                                    1. Overall 1
                                                    2. Food 2
                                                    3. Service 1
                                                    4. Ambience 1
                                                    The menu on the website did not match the one offered. No cutlery offered Slow service
                                                    The George, Pub & RestaurantResponded on June 19, 2025
                                                    Thanks for your feedback, and I'm really sorry to hear about your experience. We apologise for the confusion with the menu and for the service issues you encountered—especially the lack of cutlery and delays. That’s not the standard we aim for, and we’ll be following up with the team to make sure this is addressed. We appreciate you bringing it to our attention and hope you’ll consider giving us another try. All the best, Team George

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                                                  4. Maria

                                                    London1 review

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on June 8, 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    The experience was really nice! A very tasty Sunday roast (especially the one with pork belly), service was awesome, price was very fair and the place is beautiful. I would highly recommend!

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                                                  5. William

                                                    London5 reviews

                                                    3.0

                                                    Dined on May 25, 2025

                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                    2. Food 3
                                                    3. Service 4
                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                    I ordered the chicken roast but the were to small leg joints with loads of bone splinters in them. Although the restaurant was comfortable and the service was good I found the food not worthy of the high price. I will not be back.
                                                    The George, Pub & RestaurantResponded on May 27, 2025
                                                    Thank you for your feedback. We're truly sorry to hear that your recent dining experience with us did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your kind words about the restaurant atmosphere and service, but we take your concerns about the chicken dish seriously. We strive to deliver both quality and value, and it's clear we missed the mark this time. Your comments will help us improve, and we hope you'll consider giving us another chance in the future.

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                                                  6. Karen

                                                    Portland / Oregon12 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on May 25, 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Really enjoyed the food on a special get together.
                                                    The George, Pub & RestaurantResponded on May 27, 2025
                                                    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the food during your special get-together. It’s always our goal to create memorable dining experiences, and your feedback means the world to us. We look forward to welcoming you again soon! All the best Team George

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                                                  7. Mei Mei

                                                    London1 review

                                                    1.0

                                                    Dined on May 18, 2025

                                                    1. Overall 1
                                                    2. Food 1
                                                    3. Service 1
                                                    4. Ambience 1
                                                    We returned to The George in May for a Sunday Roast, having had a fantastic experience back in February - so we were genuinely looking forward to another enjoyable afternoon. Sadly, this visit didn't live up to our previous one. We were one of the first tables to arrive and were seated on a table in front of the upstairs counter/bar area, despite the larger, more pleasant space near the kitchen getting completely empty. When we asked if we could move. We were told those tables were all booked (I also had a booking). However, over the course of the lunch, we noticed that only one or two of those tables were ever occupied, which felt a bit dismissive. Service was off from the start, are drinks order was taken but not correctly delivered. When our food arrived, the server had her thumb in the gravy, which was off-putting. Unfortunately, the food itself wasn't up to the standard we remembered: the roast tasted reheated, the potatoes were dry and hard, and some of the nice touches we enjoyed last time, like the roasted carrots and creamed Spinach, we're gone, replaced with red cabbage. Had this been our first visit, I'm not sure we'd be eager to return. It's a shame because our February experience was genuinely excellent, but this time the service, the food, and the overall atmosphere felt lacking. Hoping this was just an off day for what we know can be a great spot.
                                                    The George, Pub & RestaurantResponded on June 6, 2025
                                                    Hi there, thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. We’re really sorry to hear that your recent visit didn’t live up to the great experience you had in February. That’s certainly not the standard we aim to uphold. We’re especially sorry to hear about the seating situation, service missteps, and the quality of the roast—it’s disappointing to know we fell short on all fronts. Your comments have been shared with the team so we can look into what went wrong and make improvements. We do hope you’ll consider giving us another try, and if you’d be open to discussing your visit further, please feel free to get in touch directly—we’d really value the chance to make things right. All the best, Team George

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                                                  8. Angela VIP

                                                    Chicago / Illinois1 review

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on April 27, 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 4
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    We booked this as a group after the marathon and it was a great spot for a Sunday roast.
                                                    The George, Pub & RestaurantResponded on May 3, 2025
                                                    Thank you for choosing us to celebrate after the marathon — and congratulations! We're so glad you enjoyed the Sunday roast and that we could be part of your post-race gathering. Hope to welcome you all back again soon! All the best, Team George

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                                                  9. Geir J

                                                    London1 review

                                                    3.0

                                                    Dined on April 25, 2025

                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                    2. Food 3
                                                    3. Service 4
                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                    Good service, but food and drinks were average compared to alternatives.
                                                    The George, Pub & RestaurantResponded on May 2, 2025
                                                    Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear you received good service, though we're sorry to learn the food and drinks didn’t quite meet your expectations. We appreciate your honest comments and will take them on board as we continue to improve. We hope to have the chance to welcome you back again. All the best, Team George

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                                                  10. Diego

                                                    London9 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on April 20, 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Nice and friendly staff, great food and nice environment. Will definitely recommend to friends
                                                    The George, Pub & RestaurantResponded on April 21, 2025
                                                    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and service. It means a lot that you’d recommend us to your friends — we look forward to welcoming you back soon! All the best, Team George

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                                                  The George, Pub & Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 642 OpenTable diners.

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                                                  2. United Kingdom
                                                  3. London
                                                  4. West End London
                                                  5. Covent Garden

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                                                  2 people
                                                  7:00 PM
                                                  Booked 9 times today
                                                  Google Map for The George, Pub & Restaurant

                                                  213 Strand, London, WC2R 1AP

                                                  Dining areas

                                                  Additional information

                                                  • Neighborhood
                                                    Covent Garden
                                                  • Hours of operation
                                                    Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                  • Price
                                                    £26 to £40
                                                  • Cuisines
                                                    British, Gastro Pub, Contemporary British
                                                  • Dining style
                                                    Casual Dining
                                                  • Dress code
                                                    Casual Dress
                                                  • Parking details
                                                    None
                                                  • Public transit
                                                    The George is situated on the Strand, meaning we have amazing access into the Square Mile & the West End, there are several bus stops along the Strand, 1 being a 2 minute walk. Temple tube station, on the circle and district lines is only a 5 minute walk to the George, & Blackfriars is a 10 minute stroll.
                                                  • Payment options
                                                    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                  • Additional
                                                    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                  • Website
                                                    http://www.georgeinthestrand.com/
                                                  • Phone number
                                                    020 7353 9638
                                                  • Private party facilities
                                                    The George is a beautiful old pub situated on the Strand near Temple where inside you'll find an elegant and sophisticated pub dining room on the first floor and an adjacent private dining room.
                                                  • Private party contact
                                                    Team George: 020 7353 9638
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