Pub in Paddington
Mad Bishop & Bear
Upper Level, The Lawn, Paddington Station Concourse, Paddington, W2 1HBClosest station: Paddington, about 5 min walk4.1out of 5 on Google, from 1,615 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Mad Bishop & Bear
Airy station bar with ornate decor and a chandelier, serving a British pub menu and craft beers.
Opened in 1999 and located on the Upper Mezzanine above The Lawn (the second floor level of the mainly eating and drinking complex) at the front (Praed Street side) of the station, the pub is reached via two sets of escalators, stairs or a lift.
The traditional interior features a long bar, mirrors, and old photographs of the station, with train information screens and two TVs for sports and there are cafe-style seats outside. The raised area up stairs to the left of the entrance is a designated dining area and the raised areas can also be hired for events.
As well as cask ales from the Fuller's stable, the pub often keeps guest ales from around the GWR network. There is a tempting menu available.
The pub does not get too crowded, even in the rush hour. Note that the bar may close early if there are football crowds passing through, and also note that before 10am the licence states that alcohol can be served only with a meal.
The pub was the local CAMRA branch's Pub of the Year in 2015.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Sports TV: Major events only
- Family Friendly: Until 9pm
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Real Ale
- Function Room: Semi-private parts of the pub may be reserved
- Disabled Access: Disabled WC via lift
- WiFi
- Reservable
- Good for Groups
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday
- 8:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Friday
- 8:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Operator
- Fuller's
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 7402 2441
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.1out of 5 on Google, from 1,615 ratings
5 out of 5Dai Treeon Google, October 2024
A rare Saturday with the Mad Bishop and Bear in Paddington Station being not busy! Extraordinary, anyway it is a big station b run by Fuller's. Plenty of space and the full range of cask and keg ales you may expect from the Chiswick team. The building, part of the station is big and airy, shame escalators not working at the moment but, another day. Great service from behind the bar and enjoyable group(s) of people drinking and eating. A fine addition (long standing) to the station community!
5 out of 5Iain Hunteron Google, October 2024
Came in for a pint (or 2) between trains and wanted some proper beer. Found this place tucked away upstairs and what a great shout. Food smells mega, beer is great. I travel alot and this is definitely the best train station pub in the country.
5 out of 5Peter Davieson Google, July 2024
Fantastic food. Fresh fish in batter, cooked to perfection. Nice chunky tarta sauce and mushy peas. Not at all greasy just full of flavour. Great tasting cider. A very nice pub. Always great service nice drinks and excellent food. 👍
5 out of 5Paul Ton Google, August 2024
A great place to chill out while waiting for a train or just in the neighborhood. Staff were really kind and helpful and the place has a funky atmosphere. Reasonable prices and delicious food. Thoroughly recommend the Clubhouse Sandwich.
4 out of 5Graddy 61on Google, June 2024
Traditional pub in the roof of Paddington Station above the food court. Good range of drinks and pub grub menu at good prices. Big portions and tasty and a couple of gluten free options. Very handy whilst waiting for a train home. Friendly and helpful staff.
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.