Pub in London SW1
Star Tavern
6 Belgrave Mews West, London, SW1X 8HTClosest station: Knightsbridge, about 9 min walk4.5out of 5 on Google, from 1,151 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Star Tavern
Elegant pub with bookcases and chandeliers, famous for notorious 1960s criminal/showbiz clientele.
A Belgravia-mews Grade II listed pub dating from 1848 and last refurbished in 2008 in shabby-chic style, the Star is a traditional pub that has kept its cosy wood panelling and a real fire. Another fine feature is the Thomas Crapper wash basins.
As well as a good choice of cask ales, normally four to five, there is a wide selection of single malt and other whiskies on offer as well as an attractive food menu.
So far the Star has been listed in every edition of the Good Beer Guide and in September 2017 was awarded a special 45-year certificate by the then Good Beer Guide editor, Roger Protz. It was also CAMRA West London's Pub of the Year 2017 and some of the photos show the night of that certificate presentation.
Winner of a CAMRA Golden Award in 2021; our photo shows CAMRA RD Geoff Strawbridge, pub manager Ema Harker, and Fuller's Retail Director Fred Turner.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly: Water and treats available
- Real Fire
- Family Friendly
- Games: Board games
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Real Ale
- Real Heritage Pub
- Function Room: Upstairs
- WiFi
- Reservable
- Good for Groups
- Newspapers
- Smoking: Pavement, but drinks MUST be left inside
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 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 7235 3019
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.5out of 5 on Google, from 1,151 ratings
5 out of 5Julie Sinclairon Google, August 2024
The Star Tavern received The Evening Standard's 'Pub of the Year' title in 1992. The Star Tavern is an award-winning, traditional London pub, just off Sloane Street with its trendy boutiques and a short walk from the luxury British department store Harvey Nichols. The Star Tavern is part of the Fuller's Pubs & Hotels Group, which has been in business since 1845. The Evening Standard's 'Pub of the Year' title was awarded to the Star Tavern in 1992. The pub has a wide menu with seasonal ingredients, in addition to the classics, it also offers pan-roasted salmon and crab & crayfish salad. I had…
5 out of 5Isabella Lindholton Google, September 2024
Rehearsal Dinner in the private room: The Star Tavern team went above and beyond to make the evening extra special! We had guests coming from the North of England and Norway, so walking down that lovely street to find the most beautiful pub covered in flowers was truly magical. The food was perfect and the space was exactly what we were looking for. The pub had a homely feeling and the private room is gorgeous. We were left to have speeches, dance and enjoy ourselves and the staff went out of their way to make it extra fun. Thank you for providing such special memories.
5 out of 5Mary Hockadayon Google, August 2024
If you enjoy English pubs with a back story, you won't be disappointed with The Star Tavern! The walk through the Belgravia Mews to find it was also a highlight. We only stopped in for a quick drink but it exudes atmosphere. 🍷🍸🍺♥️
5 out of 5trent colburnon Google, June 2024
This is where the Great Train Robbery was planned and the charming atmosphere was fantastic. Good steak and ale pie, perfect with a pint.
5 out of 5Joseph Andayaon Google, February 2024
Loved the location. In a not so busy residential street. Beautiful on the outside at nighttime. Cosy and welcoming on the inside. Excellent service, who didn’t rush on ordering and helped out with any questions or recommendations. Food was excellent! Had bangers and mash, on special. Friend had the fish and chips, and the chips were properly extra crispy! Definitely would like to visit again soon.
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.