We’re spoilt for choice when it comes to great pubs in the City and it seems like there are always more to discover. Whether you’re looking for somewhere new to try for after work drinks or if you’re looking to enjoy a slap-up meal, we’ve scoured the square mile to bring you a whole host of pub recommendations for your summer pub roster.
The Leman Street Tavern
The team at City Matters recently discovered this spot during our lunch break and what a gem we stumbled upon. If you’re work in and around Aldgate then you need to check out The Leman Street Tavern. If you’re heading down there for a pint at lunch with your colleagues or for some good old pub grub – you won’t be disappointed.
We opted for Fish and Chips – portions are generous in size and taste fantastic. The fish batter is cooked extremely well, crunchy and fresh. This is a classy spot that oozes sophistication and deserves to be added to your list when you’re in and around Aldgate.
The New Moon
Right on the corner as you enter the City’s iconic Leadenhall walkway, you’ll find the oldest newest pub on the cobbles, The New Moon. Recently spruced up, the market’s historic pub is now back in business – with a brand new menu.
Head upstairs to find The Brasserie. The New Moon’s newly refurbished dining room provides all the comforts of an old fashioned pub, mixed with art deco elegance to create a relaxing dining atmosphere. We recommend booking a table by the window for a view over Leadenhall Market at golden hour.
The bar at The Brasserie offers a wide selection of drinks for you to enjoy. They offer refreshing beers on draught, a selection of spirits and a range of wines that take you from light and fruity to rich and woody.
The new menu offers lots of great starters to tide you over before your main meal. The Toasted Crumpet with Oyster Mushrooms in Ssamjang sauce stacked on top is an unlikely combination that absolutely works. The mushrooms were perfectly cooked and the sauce was smoky and sweet.
The New Moon also has a Pie of the Day option. We tried the Smoked Haddock and Salmon Pie served with seasonal greens – a creamy pot pie coated with lemony breadcrumbs that was just the kind of hearty pub grub we were looking for. The pub’s new menu also has a vegan option of a vegan cheeseburger with vegan cheese, tangy pickles and skin-on fries, which was also a winner. As for the desserts, The New Moon have brought back some old favourites, including Eton Mess, Sticky Toffee Pudding and Knickerbocker Glory. A wonderful pub to visit when you’re in the City for some hearty pub grub and fabulous drinks.
88 Gracechurch Street EC3V 0DN
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