A polished, celebrity-chef-backed restoration of a Victorian pub where the ground floor offers a lively pint and the upstairs delivers decadently elevated British classics.
Ordering Strategy
The venue is split into two distinct experiences: stay downstairs for a lively atmosphere, pints of Guinness, and excellent bar snacks, or book 'Upstairs at The George' for the full, refined dining menu and extensive English sparkling wine list.
What to order
Scottish Langoustine Scampi
Described as 'clever but also delicious,' this dish features whole langoustine tails served with 'far superior' crushed minted peas and tartare sauce.
Steak Tournedos Rossini
An 'excellent version of the classic dish' consisting of a fillet steak tower topped with caramelised foie gras and a beef fat crouton.
Black Pudding Scotch Egg
A staple of their 'classic pub grub' menu, this snack is frequently highlighted by critics as a standout representation of their high-end bar food.
St Ewe devilled egg
Called a 'trigger dish' that is 'hard to resist,' these are noted for being 'beautifully presented' with espelette and chives.
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Signal Score
Signal score reflects how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.
Top critic: Financial Times (90%)
Editorial Weight 55 pts
Authority + depth + recency
Agreement 7 pts
How aligned the critics are
Coverage 8 pts
How many real review signals exist
Public Signal 11 pts
Google rating + volume
Boosts 0 pts
Manual boosts + hidden gem
Review signals
2 Elite · 3 Editorial · 4 total signals
Public signal
4.5★ (1,300 reviews)
Good to know
This venue is part of the JKS Restaurants group (Gymkhana, Bao) and features a menu designed by two-Michelin-starred chef James Knappett. There is a specific focus on English sparkling wines, including bottles chilled in a converted fireplace ice well.
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