Pub in London WC1
Union Tavern
52 Lloyd Baker Street, London, WC1X 9AAClosest station: Angel, about 13 min walk4.5out of 5 on Google, from 1,045 ratings
Details last checked January 2025. Things may have changed since.
About Union Tavern
Traditional pub with a central bar and a changing menu of innovative gastropub dishes.
The pub retains its two room layout, built in Victorian times, with some remains of the original drinking lobby and a former office behind the bar. The many engraved mirrors, bare wood floors and furniture complement the dark wood bar counter, and original fireplaces are retained. The imaginative food menu is displayed on chalk boards, with the left side room serving as a restaurant. The opening hours given are for the bar.
A large retractable TV screen is available for sports events. At the rear, a staircase leads up to a functions room equipped with its own bar, available for hire. In 2013, following the closure of the nearby Pakenham, the number of handpumps doubled to four and the range improved. Post-covid we seem to be down to 2 cask beers, although a picture on their website shows all 4 in use, they have had Redemption, usually they always have something local.
A recent visitor (May 2022) reports as follows - "Happy hour at this pub Monday afternoon. Not sure of exact times, but paid only £3 odd for a pint of Redemption at around 5pm" July 2024 - Confirm Happy Hour Monday to Friday 3pm to 6pm with reductions on a range of drinks including beers. Two cask ales on offer, Sambrook's Wandle and Rebellion Overthrow
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Sports TV
- Family Friendly: When dining
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch: Brunch also served weekly 10am to noon
- Serves Dinner
- Restaurant
- Real Ale
- 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
- 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 – 11:00 PM
As listed in January 2025. 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 7278 0111
Google rating and reviews
4.5out of 5 on Google, from 1,045 ratings
4 out of 5Nadine Son Google, October 2024
My friend and I planned to go for a Sunday roast around Kings Cross and ended up choosing here because it had the best reviews. No regrets! Even though the service could’ve been a little better (one guy in particular was quite abrupt/rushed/stressed, clearly very busy) the food and the warm cosy pub vibes more than made up for it. I went for the pork belly and my friend and her daughter both had chicken. We shared the apple & pear crumble with custard and ice cream for dessert. Everything was delicious!
5 out of 5Vanessa Weston Google, November 2024
Had a wonderful roast beef dinner today. It was cooked to our requirement. Great atmosphere & service. Potatoes crispy on outside fluffy inside, beef so tender with delicious homemade gravy. Will definitely go back.
5 out of 5Simonon Google, August 2024
We ate here a couple times. Service was friendly every time. Food is good, portions are rather large. Sunday roast was very tasty, surprisingly, the roast carrots and parsnips were the star of the show.
5 out of 5Rondale Cacatianon Google, November 2024
Was looking for a place to hold a lunch for a reunion for 25 plus guests. Was recommended this place from a friend as they had a good experience here. Communicated with Nick and Crook respectively with how to book and they offered the function room. Food and drink selection was great with a good menu for kids. Upon arrival, the room was prepared with a long table already set up for dining. Extra tables and seating was also set up in case we needed more. Special shout out to Maisy and Hannah who served us throughout. Thank you so much for making this experience enjoyable and getting the…
5 out of 5Alex Conkletonon Google, January 2025
A classic, elegant, beauty of public house tavern hidden & worth finding. This old corner pub in the hidden borders of Clerkenwell is a Victorian beauty. A large hall bar with central round cornered, square bar sitting central. There's a well identified dining area with open kitchen separated from the rest of the bar by a vintage, decoratively cut glazed partition & carved wood arch. The drinking hall is embraced in decorative etched & pattern painted glazing & original cut glass mirrors in vintage frames. There high low seating & a calm atmosphere of local friends. An excellent selection of…
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in January 2025. See the latest on Google Maps.