Pub in London SW1

Paxton's Head

153 Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 7PA
Closest station: Knightsbridge, about 3 min walk

4.1out of 5 on Google, from 1,371 ratings

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

Paxton's Head, London SW1

About Paxton's Head

Traditional pub built in 1632, with original oak panels and etched mirrors, for ales and pub food.

A licensed premise has stood on this site since at least 1632. Now a magnet for tourists and Grade II listed, this majestic 1900-1902 ‘gin palace’ designed by the architect GD Martin has a central bar and superb etched glass mirrors, polished woodwork and tiles. It was originally the Marquis of Granby's Head but was rebuilt in 1851 and renamed after Sir Joseph Paxton, designer of the Crystal Palace for the Great Exhibition in Hyde Park that year. Both the elegant upstairs restaurant and the cosy Hydeaway Sports Bar downstairs, with TVs, pool and table football, can be booked for functions. The food offering includes Sunday roasts.

Note that, unusually for Westminster borough, alcohol may be sold from 10am on Sundays.

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

Features

  • Dog Friendly
  • Live Music
  • Sports TV: TNT & Sky
  • Family Friendly: Accompanied children welcome
  • Games: Pool, table football
  • Serves Food
  • Real Ale
  • Cask Marque
  • Real Heritage Pub
  • Function Room
  • Disabled Access
  • Accessible Restroom
  • WiFi
  • Reservable
  • Good for Groups
  • 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 – 12:00 AM
Friday
11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 10:30 PM

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

Good to know

Operator
Greene King
Price
2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
Phone
020 7589 6627

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

Google rating and reviews

4.1out of 5 on Google, from 1,371 ratings

  • 5 out of 5Stephanie Rentzon Google, September 2024

    We're here from the US on our first trip to London and a friend recommended this pub, he used to live near it. The vibe is great, cozy and cool with great music. You order food and drinks at the bar, grab a seat and they bring it to your table. We came in around 8pm, found a table and ordered. The beers on tap were delicious while we waited. BUT, let me just tell you that the food was the main event. We got the steak & ale pie and the cheese toastie with chips and fries, both plates were beyond delicious - decadent, hearty, and perfect! The gravy for the pie went on absolutely everything as…

  • 4 out of 5SAGATcapoeiraACMBon Google, August 2024

    Very good looking pub outside as inside. Split on two floors and I think the upper floor is a function room. Massive selection of drinks and craft beers. Only minus is the waiting to be served, dur9ng busy times two bartenders can't manage and keep with decent time to serve drinks which sometimes stretch to 20 min to be served

  • 5 out of 5Andrea Canzonettaon Google, March 2024

    Probably not a 5 stars but 4 aren’t enough. Very well maintained pub. Great interiors and a decent selection of cask ale. Ideal for a date, an afternoon reading or a friendly chat. On a busy street but once in the world outside doesn’t matter. Screen for sport and not-too-loud music selection. Special mention for Theo at the bar. Friendly and attentive. If you’re around pay a visit to this place.

  • 4 out of 5Matt Clarksonon Google, July 2024

    Decent Green King pub. Nice ambience. No Cask beer except for Green King IPA but Guinness in fine fettle. Didn't eat so can't comment on that.

  • 5 out of 5Kapil Vijon Google, July 2024

    Came to the pub a few months ago and did not want to return as the service and atmosphere was not great. Came here today…not my choice. But…very pleasantly surprised with the complete transformation to service standards. I saw a member of staff running around working very hard. Asked her to call the manager so I could give some positive feedback. Turned out she was the manager. Thank You Claire! We need more managers like you in pubs. Angel was amazing too. Place seemed so much more welcoming. Keep up the great work. Thanks to everyone 🙏🏻

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

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