Pub in Bethnal Green

Marksman

254 Hackney Road, Bethnal Green, E2 7SJ
Closest station: Hoxton, about 8 min walk

4.2out of 5 on Google, from 1,033 ratings

Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.

Marksman, Bethnal Green

About Marksman

Classic British fare in a former Victorian pub with original mahogany panelling and modern updates.

1860s pub. Formerly tied to West brewery, later to Hoare, Charrington, but a free house since the 1970s. Décor blends contemporary and period features, e.g. an octagonal skylight at the front, chandeliers made from drinks bottles. Mix of newer and longer-standing East End custom.

Named Michelin "Pub of the Year" for 2017.

Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.

Features

  • Dog Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Sports TV
  • Games
  • Serves Food
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Real Ale
  • Disabled Access
  • Accessible Restroom
  • Reservable
  • Good for Groups
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Accepts Debit Cards
  • Accepts NFC

Opening times

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday
12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Thursday
12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Friday
12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Saturday
12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sunday
12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.

Good to know

Operator
Independent
Price
2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)

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Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.

Google rating and reviews

4.2out of 5 on Google, from 1,033 ratings

  • 5 out of 5Chantelleon Google, October 2024

    The food here is incredible. Everything we ordered was delicious and would highly recommend the pie. I had the oysters and then shared the chicken and mushroom pie & chips with my fiancé. The only regret was that I had no room for pudding because there was no way I was leaving any of that pie! Have already booked to come back to celebrate a family birthday. This is the king of gastro pubs!

  • 5 out of 5Elie Ibrahimon Google, August 2024

    Enjoyed a traditional Sunday roast here today.. I chose the chicken which came with tomatoes and gem lettuce, others enjoyed the rump with carrots and Yorkshire puddings or the cod… the meal was exactly what you want and expect for a roast.. we were offered additional gravy and horseradish which was generous.. staff were lovely and attentive.. overall a great lunch experience!

  • 5 out of 5Kendraon Google, June 2024

    38 pounds for two courses on a Sunday, and you can pick either an app or a dessert. A bit pricey, but the food is excellent! We got the chilled pea soup and smoked mackerel as apps, and cod & clams and asparagus pie. Best mackerel I have ever had and cod was well seasoned, flaky and tender. Highly recommend it!

  • 5 out of 5Lily L.on Google, May 2024

    Fantastic experience here! We had a reservation for 3 on Sunday and was able to add an extra person at the last minute without any issue, very thankful for them accommodating the change. Atmosphere was very cute and cozy but not cramped. Table was plenty big for the food and drinks. We all got the set menu with different items and were very happy with our food. We are not locals so I can’t speak to the authenticity of the dishes, but the quality was fantastic. Very well done dishes. Timing of the courses was great and not too fast or slow. Staff was friendly and helped us pick a good…

  • 3 out of 5Alanaon Google, September 2024

    We visited the Marksman for a Sunday evening roast and, while we enjoyed the experience overall, it wasn't particularly memorable. The staff were very friendly, though there seemed to be some confusion with the tables that night. We chose the two-course option for £38 and requested the bread and butter as a starter (this was extra), but it was served alongside our mains. The bread was served cold, and we both agreed it would have been much better if warmed. The chicken main was excellent and offered a more generous portion compared to the rump, which was disappointingly small. We also ordered…

Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.

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