The Washington, Primrose Hill

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Into its third incarnation in five years, 'The Wash', as they now nickname themselves, has veered back from the precipice of gastrodom. It's been taken over by the Mitchells and Butlers group as part their continually expanding, non-themed, upmarket chain of pubs. As such, emphasis is on a good choice of beer, wine and well made food. In contrast with the bland exterior, the Victorian interior is splendid, with original etched glass, wood panelling and high ceilings all intact and an eclectic mix of tables and couches, all laid out with thought. On our Sunday afternoon visit a pianist was playing some easy listening jazzy music and the whole atmosphere was equally easy. Despite being part of a clever M&B marketing plan to cater to a specific socio-economic group, it would be churlish to do anything except recommend this place highly.
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20 Jan 2013
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Sad to say, this once pleasant pub has gone totally downhill recently. The new manager is rude and offensive and has managed to bar or alienate 90% of the regulars. The atmosphere is terrible amongst the staff (amazing turnover in the last few weeks), you are likely to receive short measure, the food is overpriced crap (maybe this is why they turn the lighting down so low), there is no live music and very limited seating. Avoid at all costs!
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15 Jul 2009
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This is a great pub. Good ale/beer selecion, very good wine list. Always a good friendly fun crowd. I'm a lucky man that a pub as good as this, is my local.
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09 Jun 2009
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What a wonderous place to be!!! My favourite place in London to people watch at any time of the day or night. And the Landlord? A fabulous gent who really knows an loves this place. Apparently his great great grandfather built the pub - joyous! and the food? fantastic. The service? Impeccable I just hope Terry and Kate are here to stay as without them, it would'nt be the institution that it has become today.
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50 Englands Lane, Primrose Hill, London, NW3 4UE

020 7722 8842
www.thewashingtonhampstead.co.uk

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Quiz night - quiz night Tuesday

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Chalk Farm: exit tube, turn left and then double back up Haverstock Hill. After about 10 mins turn left down Englands Lane. The pub is at the end of the street on the right hand side. Belsize Park: exit tube, turn left and walk down Haverstock Hill before crossing the road and turning right down Englands Lane. The pub is at the end of the street on the right hand side.

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20 Jan 13 Updated by saxman