The Victoria, Lancaster Gate

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location:

Lancaster Gate

address:

10a Strathearn Place, W2 2NH

phone:

0871 258 5155*
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nearest stations:

Lancaster Gate London Underground station
(350m) - zone 1

Paddington railway station London Underground station
(390m) - zone 1

Edgware Road London Underground station
(740m) - zone 1

Marble Arch London Underground station
(850m) - zone 1

Marylebone railway station London Underground station
(1.1Km) - zone 1

how to find it:

Exit tube turn left and head along the Bayswater Road, take your first left, then immediate right onto Stanhope Terrace. Keep walking straight ahead for a few minutes and you'll reach the pub.

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nearby attraction(s):

Hyde Park (760m)

Kensington Gardens (760m)

Serpentine Gallery (1Km)

Street View - click to see the area around the Victoria

A very fine old fashioned corner pub, inside a little smaller than it looks from the outside, but with a stunning Victorian interior - all etched mirrors, intricate tile work and two fires (the recently repainted exterior manages to even add to the grandeur). Thankfully the fare matches the setting - well-kept Fullers ales, a large, well-priced menu and friendly service. Also of note are the rooms upstairs, a function room that resembles the library of a Gentleman's Club and a bar built from the décor of the demolished Gaiety Theatre's bar (allegedly). Sure, it's plush and opulent but there's still a local pub feel to the place and everyone is made to feel welcome. This part of London has some quality pubs, but this one is the pick of them for us.

reviewed:
15/11/2008