Pub in London WC2
Cross Keys
31 Endell Street, London, WC2H 9BAClosest station: Covent Garden, about 3 min walk4.4out of 5 on Google, from 1,283 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Cross Keys
Classic pub with a plant-decorated exterior & eclectic, memorabilia-filled interior.
29/12/23 - a visitor has reported the folloiwng, "No cask beer - Fullers Pride and GK IPA both run out."
Cask beer has now been reinstated after the problems caused during lockdowns etc. All three handpumps now in use, although a visitor in Jan 2023 only found Pride available.
1848 grade II listed pub. The striking exterior, with its elaborate decoration obscured by extensive foliage, forms an immediate impression upon approaching this pub. Inside is a fascinating collection of bric-a-brac, ranging from copper kettles to musical instruments and even a diving helmet. There are also brewery mirrors, a large collection of portraits and pictures, including a good watercolour landscape, and two notable clocks.
Leased by East London "brewers" Brodie's, who used to brew their beer in the capital but are currently (as of Feb 2019) having their beers brewed elsewhere at Rhymney brewery in Blaenavon, Torfaen, Wales. . When busy (which is often) drinkers can spill out onto the pavement in front of the pub.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Family Friendly
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch: Roast dinner Sundays until 3pm
- Real Ale
- Function Room
- Disabled Access
- Good for Groups
- Smoking
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 10:30 PM
As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Operator
- Independent
- Phone
- 020 7836 5185
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.4out of 5 on Google, from 1,283 ratings
5 out of 5Medley of activitieson Google, September 2024
Popped in jere for a pint while we waited for our show at the theatre up the road . The pub is so old fashioned its just fantastic. Full of trinkets and thingamabobs all over the walls and ceiling the barman was straight on serving us and we was soon seated in the window . Comfortable setting and a lovely cold pint of Guinness. Should my path ever come by here again i will definitely go in .
5 out of 5Bart Linnerton Google, August 2024
One of my favourite after work go to places. Full of character and memorabilia lined walls and ceilings. Sort of nostalgic atmosphere when quiet and not too busy. Definitely place to visit to get a London feel.
5 out of 5London Pub Mapon Google, July 2024
🚇 Covent Garden 🍺 £6.50 Madri The Cross Keys is located close to Neal’s Yard in Covent Garden in the West End of London. The nearest Tube is Covent Garden, it’s a few minutes walk to get here. This Grade II listed Freehouse was built in 1848. The pub’s small and striking exterior is famous for its floral displays and foliage. This pub is owned by an antique and memorabilia collector and is the Sister pub to the Old Coffee House in Soho. The interior of this pub is long and narrow, dimly lit and has bags of character. The servery is located on the right hand side, is clad in dark wood and…
4 out of 5Leaburnon Google, August 2024
Beautiful pub inside and out. I give it benefit of the doubt re atmosphere as I was there during the day in the week. The price of pint was reasonable. Lovely old leathery feel inside.
5 out of 5Will Prielippon Google, December 2023
What a fabulous old pub. Well decorated for Christmas but also a fine collection of memorability, esp of the Beatles. Good selection of beers. Friendly staff. And lots of local patrons. Loved that the background music was just that, no shouting to make yourself heard. Just a pleasant babble of conversation. This now our favourite Central London pub.
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.