The Nag's Head, 10 James Street

The Nag's Head, 10 James Street, WC2E 8BT

This attractive-looking pub run by the McMullen’s brewery has not changed a lot since the days of Queen Victoria. The original features, good beer and lively atmosphere are a credit to the pub. Unfortunately the whole experience is marred by selectively blind bar staff, punters that are a toxic mixture of obnoxious workie types cut with a few bewildered tourists and music booming out of the speakers. Its proximity to the tube makes this a good place to meet. It is bearable for one pint which should give you enough time to take in the 19th century décor.

Reviewed by Paul Melton, Nov 2008

Telephone: 020 7836 4678

Nearby pubs: The Globe, 37 Bow Street (170 metres), The Crown and Anchor, 22 Neal Street (170 metres), The Freemason's Arms, 81-82 Longacre, Covent Garden (190 metres), The Sun Tavern, 66 Long Acre (150 metres), The Cove, 1 The Piazza, Covent Garden (120 metres), The Punch and Judy, 40 The Market, The Piazza (120 metres), The Lamb and Flag, 33 Rose Street (190 metres), The Corner Store, 33 Wellington Street (190 metres), The Cross Keys, 31 Endell St (180 metres), The Essex Serpent, 6 King St (170 metres)

Nearest station: Covent Garden, Zone 1 (60 metres)