The Argyll Arms is the holder of the faith of classic London behind a simple wooden facade.

The Venue
The Argyll Arms is located on the busy pedestrianised walkway that bends off from Oxford Circus, and the setting that it finds itself in couldn’t be any different from what’s going on inside.

The Grade II listed building blends in amongst the mass shop fronts of consumerism with a simple wooden facade giving little away; outside, the tables and chairs are the only noteworthy features. The venue will cause a stir within as soon as you step over the threshold to bear witness to the Victorian-restored 18th Century public house. The first thing that hits you are the glass compartments that separate small private areas along the bar, only big enough for the smallest of groups. These booths inspire romance.

The interior is largely in its original Victorian state and the red ceiling covered with intricately carved wood is an awesome feature. There is table service in the restaurant bar upstairs where the decor reflects all that is below.

The Atmosphere
The location of the Argyll Arms makes the pub a sure thing with tourists and lunchtime and after-work regulars alike. The decor within spreads the appeal to history hunters and pub fanatics looking for originality. The restaurant is standard to the extreme and fills up quickly during the day with a mature crowd after simple food. The bar below is far livelier and it’s a good thing that table service is kept out of the way above. The staff are friendly and serve efficiently and there’s a total lack of judgement within the building that has seen all types over the years.

The Food
The menu follows the simple pub formula of solid, filling dishes that appeal to the hungry. British classics like sausage and mash, gammon and eggs and steak and ale pies are at the heart of it but there are also lighter bites like a brie and cranberry sandwich.

The Drink
History calls for tradition and in keeping with this there is a plentiful array of cask ales served. London Pride and Timothy Taylor Landlord are constantly on offer while there are a range of guest ales available including the titilatingly titled Best of Old Legover of Heaven Sweetlips. The beers on tap are Stella, Fosters, Amstel, Erdinger, Staropramen and Peroni. There is also a fair selection of wine.

The Last Word
The Argyll Arms is an attractive option that combines history, architecture, classic pub grub and good stores of lager and ale - all within a stone’s throw of your favourite shops.

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