Pub in London SW1
Nags Head
53 Kinnerton Street, London, SW1X 8EDClosest station: Knightsbridge, about 5 min walk3.8out of 5 on Google, from 819 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Nags Head
Relaxed tavern offering a selection of beers & real ales in a cosy, eclectic space.
An early Victorian beer house, this little unspoilt two bar pub has been a free house since 1991, and is run by former guardsman and actor Kevin Moran. Most patrons would agree that he could be described as one of the more characterful pub landlords in London. And characterful have been some of the regulars, who have included actors Richard Harris and Tom Baker.
The upper, front bar claims the lowest counter in London. Mounted on the counter is a marvellous pewter beer engine with pink ceramic Chelsea Pottery handpulls, with up to three used to serve Adnams cask beers. The walls are crammed with fascinating pictures, and a collection of memorabilia includes a ‘What the butler saw’ machine and two early fruit machines.
WCs are upstairs not downstairs. NB coats must be hung on the provided hooks and Kevin bans mobile phones from the pub! It has also been reported that dogs are no longer allowed.
Ale prices reflect the upmarket area; think of them as an entry charge to witness a unique pub! The venue has long been been cash-only for bills below £15. Further updates welcome.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Outdoor Seating: Pavement standing space
- Real Fire
- Live Music: First Sunday of each month from 2.30pm
- Quiet
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Real Ale
- Good for Groups
- Smoking: In front of the pub
- 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
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 7235 1135
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
3.8out of 5 on Google, from 819 ratings
1 out of 5Shan Con Google, September 2024
Do not Even think about getting a sandwich here! COMPLETE RIP OFF AND DISGUSTING! I was expecting cooked /boiled home made ham from the pics online but it was just processed shop bought ham from a packet with cheese and cheap bread. I hate branston pickle and it was smothered in it. I'll honestly never return as it was such a disappointment. Bar lady was very nice & accommodatjng. Not her fault - SHITE QUALITY for ridiculous prices. Absolutely never again.
3 out of 5G Binixion Google, June 2024
"A gem of history, this pub offers a warm atmosphere and charming decor. Bartender, the elderly gentleman who is supposed to be retired 40 years ago was a bit angry/ upset that I didn’t have cash since his card machine malfunctioned. He charged £8,50 for a pint of ale. One off an experience.
5 out of 5Alejandra Jaenon Google, October 2024
I live in London and try to come at least every other month, one of those places that feels like a time capsule as you come inside. If what you are looking for ir modern pub vibe, this is for sure not where you should come. Service is efficient, get a beer, maybe a simple sandwich and that’s it… like simpler times
3 out of 5Billy Emeryon Google, September 2024
Strange experience, I echo much of the other reviewers. If you want to be heckled at come here. £20 for 2 pints of ALE and a packet of nuts. I had already read the reviews so was expecting the service I received. Honestly, I love that this place exists, it’s so beautiful and the atmosphere is brilliant. The service is awful it’s like a caricature of itself, so characterful it draws you in. I only stayed for one as £8 for an ale is absurd and I probably won’t come back again but glad I came and did get heckled at. Will be going to the Grenadier across the road.
2 out of 5Leaburnon Google, February 2024
Easily one of the most uniquely weird pubs I’ve been in London. The good points are the beautiful interior which combines old wood panels, classic furniture, a warm fire and interesting displays. Combine that with a (surprisingly) busy atmosphere and you get all the makings of a great pub. Then there are the very real drawbacks. The old barman, maybe owner is so grouchy that you’d think he doesn’t want customers. He was actually politer to me than to most. He was outright rude to multiple customers. He explains you have to spend £15, sometimes changes to £16 to use card (nonsense but he…
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.