Given that it’s tucked away behind the Royal Courts of Justice, you can expect suits, court dress, robes and even a resident cat in a ruff at this precious little old school boozer.

The Venue
Seamlessly integrated alongside imposing historical buildings, the pub adds a touch of character to an otherwise serious corporate area. Flowers adorn the outside and a cheeky ‘wig shop’ sign, complete with a bewigged mannequin head, decorates the window. Low ceilings and a lot of mahogany add a quaint old time feel to the interior and the legal influence of the neighbourhood can be seen in the pictures hanging on the walls. There are cosy dining rooms on either side of the bar with French café-style tablecloths covering the tables. The purple-walled room on the left side has a warm living-room feel, while a slightly larger one on the right has more of a diner vibe. A lot of people spill out outside and can be seen holding pints even across the road.

The Atmosphere
Most of the clientele are barristers and people who work nearby, although curious tourists are known to seek it out too. It gets rather busy around the bar as the hours pass (particularly at lunchtime or immediately after work) but the small tables provide intimate areas for conversation. Topping off the charm is the pub’s mascot, a delightful black cat who walks around like he owns the place.

The Food
Rather expensive but the portions are very generous and the food is tasty. The delectable linguini with anchovies will set you back £9.50, while the lighter goat’s cheese salad comes in at £9. For something more filling, the succulent hamburger deluxe (£11) is the way forward. A big bowl of decadent ice cream (£6) tops off the meal nicely.

The Drink
Behind the bar is wide selection of ales and Adnams bitters(£3.60 a pint on average) and the Litovel lager (£3.80) provides a welcome difference to the commercial fares, which are also available. Wine prices start at £3.95 for a small glass and end up around £6.50 for a large. There is one kind of rose, but for something more fancy, a bottle of prosecco (£19) is a decent choice.

The Last Word
The location and the ambience make the Seven Stars a prime example of a truly lovely London pub.

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