Pub in London EC1
Eagle
159 Farringdon Road, London, EC1R 3ALClosest station: Farringdon, about 10 min walk4.5out of 5 on Google, from 1,122 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Eagle
Corner gastropub with a kitchen serving Mediterranean food, including its popular steak sandwich.
Generally reckoned to be the country's first gastropub, even though that term did not emerge until several years later. It was opened in January 1991 by Michael Belben and David Eyre, acquiring a former Watney's pub that was being disposed of after "The Beer Orders". Belben is still involved in its day-to-day running. It perhaps pioneered the use of mismatched tables and chairs, with panoramic windows and solid ash floor, world music and jazz in the background. The founders of Hackney Brewery were employed here which possibly explains why they provide the regular guest beers. The chef chalks the menu up five minutes before service and dishes come and go all the time in the course of the day. Their website has a live feed, updated at least twice a day! The Eagle Gallery was established by Emma Hill in the old function rooms above the pub and was one of the first alternative gallery spaces that opened in London in the early 1990s.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Outdoor Seating: Pavement seating
- Family Friendly
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Vegetarian Options
- Real Ale
- Reservable
- Good for Groups
- Newspapers
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 5:00 PM
As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 7837 1353
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.5out of 5 on Google, from 1,122 ratings
5 out of 5Nandini Mazumdaron Google, April 2024
Great spot for gastropub fare - the cod, the linguine, the pork and the veal were delicious. Service was good and the ambiance is nice. They don’t take reservations, which is a bit inconvenient as it’s very difficult to get a table and space is very limited, which made the experience a bit challenging for me. Still, it’s worth going to at least once for the food and the service.
5 out of 5Arun Sharmaon Google, March 2024
A wonderful London institution. Very small downstairs, but the food speaks for itself. The steak sandwich is exactly what it should be. Nothing fancy, just well executed tasty cuisine. Prices reflect the ethos of the pub, however they are on the high side (£17 for steak sandwich), but the portions are excellent. 100% recommended
4 out of 5Jom Kon Google, October 2024
Great pub food with a lively atmosphere 🍻 It gets busy in the evening, with a wait time of around 30-45 minutes ⌚
5 out of 5Will Brittainon Google, August 2024
Underrated spot! A great boozer regardless, but the food is superb. Nothing fancy - just simple but delicious food (harissa scallops on point). Will definitely be returning.
5 out of 5Michelangelo Casinion Google, February 2024
Another one for which I wish I could give 6 stars. The food is incredible, and freshly made in the open kitchen behind the counter. The staff is super friendly and the famous steak sandwich is to die for. I really enjoyed having lunch here, great vibe.
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.