2007 award winnersThe Fancyapint.com London Pub awards 2007 are sponsored by: Reviewers’ awardsThe Palm Tree, Haverfield Road, E3 5BH - Reviewer’s overall winnerA great, traditional East End boozerWe’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 1LJA pub that’s got everything just rightHampstead 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 2SAEasily the best pub in Barnet and one of the very best in LondonA 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 1ERA family tradition at the heart of the communityThis 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 1SPAn idiosyncratic take on the contemporary pub experienceBalancing 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 pubCock & Hen, 360 North End Road, SW6 1LYA most welcome transformation – and a new beer to bootUntil 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 renovationSt George & the Dragon, 183 High Street, ActonA marvellous makeoverThe 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’ awardsKing's Arms, 25 Roupell Street, SE1 8TB - Visitors’ overall winnerA perennial favouriteFor 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 6BXEasy-going – a good time for everyonePositioned 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 5NAOld and new in perfect harmonyA 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 1BXA relaxing place that takes care of everything for youWinner 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 6PPCosy and timelessFor 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. |
