Seven Stars is unique, characterful and a cut above the more generic pubs you might find in the busier streets of London.

The Venue
Tucked away behind the formidable Royal Courts of Justice, Seven Stars still manages to hold its own - playing to the legal theme without resorting to cheap cliche, the pub has justice-themed film posters adorning the walls and be-wigged heads in the windows. A bit like Dr Who’s Tardis in reverse, it occupies a wide but shallow space, with broad windows on the outside, but a depth of only ten feet inside. Dominated by the bar across the middle, it has intimate, snug-like sections at either end.

The Atmosphere
In the early evening, the majority of customers are small groups of suits, probably discussing the day’s activities in court. As the evening progresses a younger, more casual crowd arrives, and the relaxed and unpretentious atmosphere is one of the Seven Stars most appealing characteristics. Keep an eye out for Tom Paine sitting on the bar - he’s the resident cat, and is suitably aloof, particularly to those wanting to stroke him.

The Food
Food is served until late evening, and the huge blackboard menu at the end of the bar combines favourites like sausage and mash, soup and T-bone steak with oysters, charcuterie and a selection of cheeses. Prices are on the high side for pub food, but you should find that you get what you pay for here. And how else would it be delivered to the bar but by a rickety dumb waiter?

The Drink
Very reasonably priced, given the area, the drinks on offer at Seven Stars include a healthy selection of guest beers, a small but quality choice of wines, and the obligatory spirits. And you may even find that the landlord will lend you a slug of white wine to banish a fresh red wine stain, particularly if it was caused by a rickety table.

The Last Word
For an post-work drink, a meeting with old friends or simply a curious interlude from the hectic activity of High Holborn, Seven Stars will keep you happy and entertained for as long as you choose to stay.

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