Pub in London NW1
Euston Tap
West & East Lodges, 190 Euston Road, London, NW1 2EFClosest station: Euston, about 3 min walk4.4out of 5 on Google, from 2,917 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Euston Tap
Dedicated cider bar with cask ales and draught beers, in a Victorian gatehouse with beer garden.
Occupying the stunning Grade II listed West & East Lodges in Euston Square, this "craft beer house" is brought to London by the same team running the well regarded Sheffield Tap. For a while the East Lodge operated purely as a cider house but was then converted into a cocktail bar. But it changed again (see below) but as of the end of April 2023 it changes again - "For how long I don't know. But it has reopened as the Cider Tap I asked the guys at the Euston Tap and they can only say for as long as it lasts."
The West Lodge features up to 7 changing cask beers and one cider. What's on tap is indicated on large chalk boards (and regularly updated on their website) served through unique taps on the bar back wall. In addition and above the cask taps are the keg beer taps bringing exotic and unusual brews from around the world.
In the West Lodge stand huge fridges housing a vast array of bottled beer. As you enter the small main room of either Lodge the bar is straight in front of you, with fine mirrors and the whole decorated using a nice line in tiles.
In West, there are three on the ground fllor a number of tables with seating, the East is a bit more generous with banquette seating as well. Both have curved staircases (an aspect of the Grade II listing) leading up to another room with seating and the toilets. The East Lodge has had some additional windows put in and similarly so in the West Lodge.
The Cider Tap in the East Lodge reopened but then at 04/10/22 it became the "Bitburger Tap" Initially it was thought that it would be in that form for Oktoberfest only and would return as the Cider Tap afterwards but it did continue for a longer time.
There is now a permanent outside, covered and heated space. There is a TV on the side wall facing that area used for major sporting events.
On Mon-Sat the closing time is an unspecified "until late". The East Lodge tends not to open until later.
Payment by way of card only.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Outdoor Seating: Much expanded seating area some of it covered and heated when necessary
- Sports TV: Only major events
- Family Friendly: Outside
- Serves Food
- Real Ale
- Real Cider: 19/05/24 -: East Lodge shut. Visited at 19.00 on a Friday if its not open then when will it be open? Over in the West Lodge the only cider option was two varieties of Broadoak which is not on Camra's approved list. So as things stand no real cider at the Euston Tap.
- Serves LocAle
- WiFi
- 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 – 10:00 PM
As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Operator
- Bloomsbury Leisure Group
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 3137 8837
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.4out of 5 on Google, from 2,917 ratings
5 out of 5Tom Shawon Google, September 2024
Iconic venue. I went upstairs and was by myself despite it being busy downstairs and outside. Enjoyed the stout. Not particularly clinical or clean but lots of character and worth popping in for a quick half.
5 out of 5Phil Simmondson Google, July 2024
If you like this really depends on what you're after. You are struggling to get a seat, you are waiting a while to get to the bar for your drink. However. Conveniently located, nice extended space out the back, lots of beer selection. Works really nicely for a pint or two before or after your train.
4 out of 5Stimpy Goaton Google, July 2024
Brilliant selection of beer and helpful l, knowledgeable staff. We had planned on leaving London earlier....but we got delayed here. One star off as the toilets aren't too pleasant and it also stank of weed.
5 out of 5Maria Lysenko (My Bucket List At 60)on Google, September 2024
Fantastic place. Excellent selection of beers including cherry chouffe. Perfect when catching train or a first pint after pulling in.
5 out of 5Jan Rosenbergon Google, April 2024
Visited in March 2015. Conveniently Located Spot: This place is practical, no-nonsense, and popular. Outside, there’s plenty of space on the pavement where you can kick back and enjoy your drinks. They’ve got a solid selection with 19 taps and 6 casks, plus a bunch of bottled options. Whether you’re a beer aficionado or just looking for a chill hangout, this joint’s got you covered.
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.