Bars
The 5 Best Pubs in Notting Hill
The best pubs in Notting Hill: handsome locals, gastropubs and flower-clad classics, chosen on merit.
In short: our top picks are The Cow, The Ladbroke Arms and The Pelican. 5 places in total, chosen on merit, with the full reasoning below.
Notting Hill keeps some of the prettiest pubs in west London: flower-clad corners, handsome gastropubs and proper locals where the neighbourhood actually drinks. These are the best pubs in Notting Hill, chosen for the room, the welcome and what comes out of the kitchen.
| Place | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|
| The Cow | Notting Hill | £££ |
| The Ladbroke Arms | Notting Hill | £££ |
| The Pelican | Notting Hill | £££ |
| The Churchill Arms | Kensington | ££ |
| Prince Bonaparte | Notting Hill | ££ |
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Editor’s choice
The Cow
Why we pick itTom Conran's beloved gastropub; Guinness and oysters below, a fine dining room above.
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The Ladbroke Arms
Why we pick itA flower-clad neighbourhood favourite with one of the best pub kitchens in the area.
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The Pelican
Why we pick itA handsomely revived corner pub doing excellent food and a proper pint.
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The Churchill Arms
Why we pick itThe famously flower-covered pub with a Thai kitchen tucked out back.
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Prince Bonaparte
Why we pick itA grand, airy Westbourne Park pub with a lively local crowd and good food.
Before you book
The best Notting Hill pubs fill up on weekends and sunny evenings, so go early for a table. Several do excellent food, so come hungry.
Common questions
What are the top picks in this guide?
The Cow is our editor's choice: Tom Conran's beloved gastropub; Guinness and oysters below, a fine dining room above. The Cow, The Ladbroke Arms and The Pelican lead the guide, with 5 places in total, all chosen on merit.
How does Lamplit London choose its recommendations?
Every place is chosen on merit, after first-hand visits where possible, with no pay-for-placement. Read our full method at https://www.lamplitlondon.com/how-we-choose/.
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