Barley Mow in City of London, Westminster

Locale eccellente cibo eccezionale staff super eccellente lo consiglio vivamente sia il bar giù che il ristorante che è un’eccellenza a Londra direttore di sala molto preparato nel consigliare e gestire lo staff ed il locale

Gran almuerzo asado el domingo y un servicio fantástico de todo el equipo. ¡El cortacésped de cebada siempre parece entregar! Siempre una gran experiencia!

Locale molto bello curato nei minimi particolari, in stile inglese. Ottima cucina con piatti ben preparati e cibo di ottima qualità. Il servizio è il top, lo staff è da 5 stelle. Bravissimo il direttore di grande professionalità e preparato. Consigliatissimo

Gran pub en Mayfair con un fantástico restaurante en el primer piso. Comemos con 8 amigos de la vieja escuela. La comida era muy buena - tenía el delicioso plato especial de cerdo y fuimos magníficamente atendidos por Francess. Siempre agradeciendo con una sonrisa. ¡Volveremos!

Aunque he estado en varios otros pubs del grupo Cubitt House, no puedo creer que nunca antes hubiera estado en The Barley Mow. Me sorprendió gratamente lo acogedor que es el restaurante, la excelente comida, porciones generosas y un servicio fantástico. Ahora he encontrado mi nuevo pub favorito en Londres.

Great pub, nice and quiet and warm.

The Barley Mow pub in Mayfair is a delightful gem that truly stands out. From the moment I walked in, I was enveloped by a lovely atmosphere that made me feel instantly welcome. The bartender, André, was exceptional—his knowledge of beers is impressive, and he curated a fantastic selection for me, ultimately choosing the perfect one to complement my meal. Speaking of meals, the fish and chips we ordered were nothing short of spectacular. The batter was light and crispy, and the fish was cooked to perfection—definitely a highlight of my visit. I can't recommend this dish highly enough! The decor of the pub is charming, with posh chairs that add a touch of elegance to the setting. It’s also child-friendly, making it a great spot for families. Additionally, there’s an outdoor area for those who enjoy a cigar after dinner, which adds to the overall experience. Overall, I would give the Barley Mow a solid 10 out of 10. If you’re looking for good food, a welcoming atmosphere, and a place to unwind, this pub is a must-visit!

A great atmosphere and excellent service.

Stopped off here for a short while just to rest originally, but thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere. We just had a drink so can't comment on food, although it did look very nice from what we saw others eating.

Very nice quaint pub. Nice drinks and great service. Conveniently located in Mayfair just a walk from Selfridges. Not as crazy or crowded as other pubs. Very clean and quiet

If you are playing real life Monopoly, visit Mayfair and this quaint little boozer for a livener in the morning.

Just ate here for the first time - really disappointing. Everything about the main, dessert and even coffee was average. The roast beef was just ok, definitely not warranting £38. All in £70 per head for a pint, roast, dessert and a coffee. I appreciate quality varies between restaurants but it's usually reflected in the price. Tonight's meal was not good value. The service was also poor. These might seem like trivial details but I'd consider this the bare minimum of service in a restaurant. 1. Asked for water in addition to our alcoholic drinks, was brought a single glass (there were 2 of us) 2. Didn't bring gravy with the roasts and then a long wait to bring it. 3. It's common courtesy to ask how the meal was and say goodbye when you leave; the staff weren't interested in either despite having to squeeze past the individuals who served us as it's a small room upstairs. If this is the norm for quality and service, I'm not clear how this place gets repeat business. For the manager to reference, this was the booking at 1530, Dec 22nd, initials SM

Went there with a couple of friends first time to have early dinner on 23 November. (upstairs dining area). My poor review is not for the food but for the venue. There was a large group of people having dinner at the same time being very noisy and fairly distracting. It went on and on where I ended up eventually asking the waiter if it was acceptable. Bear in mind, other tables kept looking at them and some clearly displayed frustration given their body language. Surprisingly the waiter said they are having a celebration/special occasion and this is something we should be tolerant of (in a polite way) and he also said this is a pub so it is normal. This is something new to me as dinings rooms are suppsed to be a bit more civilized I thought, also found the waiters response pretty much shocking. My dinner ended up being a torture pretty much.

We came here for my boyfriend's birthday. Everything was brilliant: food, service and atmosphere. We had the onion soup, scotch egg, lemon sole, greens, dauphinoise potatoes, roast beef and sticky toffee pudding. All excellent, especially the fish and potatoes. Vinho verde was decent too. A lovely touch with the special birthday message on the pudding, which was chucked in for free. The restaurant was very busy (last week before Christmas) but the service was totally seamless. Thank you for a great evening. Hope to be back!

My new favorite pub in London! We were able to snag last minute reservations Sunday evening for 8 of us and the food was superb! Great drinks, wonderful appetizers, and every single one of us LOVED our food. The next day we were all talking and dreaming about our dinner at work. We will definitely be back!

We had team Christmas lunch, it was really really nice. 100% recommend.

Pedí una ronda de bebidas y quería pagar en efectivo. Me dijeron muy abruptamente que solo podía pagar con tarjeta. Cuando me hablaron de esto y me preguntaron si todavía podía pagar en efectivo, el chico australiano / neozelandés que trabaja en el bar con bigote dijo "no seas un idiota y paga con tarjeta". Entiendo que los lugares prefieren tarjeta pero tenía la cantidad exacta de dinero que costaba la factura (£ 65 ) , así que no le vi problema. . . De cualquier manera, he estado aquí muchas veces, pero no hay necesidad de ser tratado tan mal por el personal

The upstairs restaurant offers a more refined dining experience, with white tablecloths, cutlery, and guided menus, while the downstairs pub provides a relaxed atmosphere. The establishment is well-managed and maintains a high standard of service. It's a popular spot for business lunches, so reservations are essential. The food is of excellent quality, with some unique items that add a touch of fun to the menu. The service is impeccable, with a gentlemanly touch. Overall, it's an exceptional experience.

Came for Sunday roast. They forgot our wine completely with our dinner. Forgot sauces, forgot gravy for our roast and the dessert took ages to get. I’ll never eat here again.

Popped in after visiting winter wonderland. Great music, great food/ drink/ snack selection. Will definitely visit again. Thanks!

La reserva fue a las 815 pm, sentado a las 930 . Muy decepcionado, el gerente no trató de ayudar. Solo la comida positiva era decente. X

I am genuinely in awe and impressed by the food, hospitality and atmosphere here. Had a fantastic meal and even better service. Highly recommended, and will be back!!!

Fancy Mayfair pub which regularly gets overwhelmed (as was the case for us) by groups from a nearby hotel (the bar staff explained to me when I asked whether it was always this busy). Wouldn't dream of eating there because of the crowding so no comment about the food. Shame as the interior decor and overall quality of the place was very good, maybe if you are lucky you will enjoy a visit when it is quiet.

Nos sentimos muy afortunados de estar alojados en un hotel al lado de The Barley Mow. Cenamos aquí dos veces. Una para el almuerzo y otra para el asado dominical. El personal era muy atento y la comida era deliciosa. Una reserva podría ser una buena idea porque el lugar es muy popular. Tuvimos la suerte de que éramos un pequeño grupo que llegó temprano en ambas ocasiones. Muy recomendable.

Excelente experiencia en general. Cenaron en familia, desde niños pequeños hasta abuelos. El personal era cálido y amable. El anfitrión y nuestro camarero eran muy profesionales y también conversador y atractivo. La calidad de la comida en general fue excelente, desde entrantes como ostras y sarro de venado a través de platos principales como pollo con mantequilla de trufa hasta algunos deliciosos postres como tarta de frangipano. Verdaderamente un pub gastronómico. Un resbalón fue que dos tuberías principales fueron olvidadas y por lo que hubo un gran retraso - sin embargo, al final estos se compensó automáticamente junto con el postre infantil - esta fue una buena recuperación y genial ver este tipo de servicio al cliente proactivo. Muy recomendable.

Had some nice draft beers in this cosy pub.

A charming and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for both a casual drink and a hearty meal. The decor blends traditional British pub style with modern touches, creating a cozy vibe. The menu features a great selection of classic pub fare, and everything I tried was well-prepared. The fish and chips were particularly impressive, with crispy batter and fresh fish. The staff were friendly and attentive, ensuring a pleasant dining experience. One downside was that it can get quite busy during peak hours, which made service a bit slower at times. However, the overall experience was enjoyable, and I look forward to returning for another visit.

Great pub, very friendly, ideal for a quick after work drink.

Always busy but the staff are great and the drinks are always coming quickly!

I Called as my wife is vegetarian and wanted to ensure there was the veg option, they said yes and we went. When ordering, they said there was not any on the veg option available and would give all the roasted veg as complimentary. My wife did not want to make a fuss and she agreed Starters were fantastic. French onion soup and mussels for me. I decided to go for the lamb as my main and being known for its carvery options we waited a little longer than what I would expect being that there were only two other tables that had customers. however when the food came out, it was just average lukewarm and the gravy, although I should have mentioned earlier contained beef. when I asked the onion veg Gravy, they bought out a vegetarian/vegan option which was beetroot gravy, not something that I fancied pudding on my very very mediocre warm (maybe cooked and left under a hot lamp) Yorkshire puddings. Overall disappointed with the experience given that it had good reviews. Service was nice, but need to work on the food.

Lively atmosphere with friendly personnel. Few minutes walk from the self fridges. Opposite the Marriott hotel.

I always enjoy going to the Barley Mow, great atmosphere and beer but didn't eat much to comment on the food.

Nice pub but sick and tired of paying nearly £8 for a pint of lager. There is no reason on earth for those prices.

Lovely English pub! Loved the vibe! Recommend as a foreign traveler. Not too crowed but enough people for some great vibes

Great fish and chips. Super friendly service

Delicious meal with a casual and fun setting.

Great food, nice ambience, service is slow

Excelent location for a beer. I really enjoyed the atmosphere

Servicio rápido y excelente ambiente. Muy céntrico, cuando llegamos temprano por la noche el pub estaba lleno, mucha gente bebiendo fuera del pub. El pub no sirve Peroni, el barman recomendó Stiejl que era suave y fresco. Muy buena selección de bebidas. Volveremos.

Food was delicious and the staff was very friendly and efficient. Cider lover so was happy with that selection. Great location. Recommend.

Pie & mash was absolutely bangin’ - a somewhat elevated twist on a traditional classic. Smaller than a pie you might get elsewhere, but packed with flavour and butteriness. Gravy was beautiful. Nice selection of beers. Chill atmosphere considering where it is. Mwah!

Good selection of drinks at the bar. Restaurant was good, but nothing special. Nice character.

I popped in to the Barley Mow a few days ago, for the first time in at least a decade. And, good news this, it hadn't changed. Between ourselves, it would be amazing if it had: A traditional looking London pub in the heart of Mayfair really can't fail. The booze was reasonably well-kept, the service was fast and friendly and, next time I'm in the area, preferably in cooler weather, I'll even try the food!

Very friendly staff,great atmosphere, fantastic restaurant upstairs

A delicious dinner in a somewhat noisy atmosphere, an authentic experience, English cuisine without postmodern excuses, well cooked, good beer, price in line with the quality.

one of the highlights of our trip to London was trying to get away from the very touristy areas of Mayfair and stumbling upon this little pub around the corner. All the streets nearby were fairly quiet, but this pub was full of many people standing both outside and inside. Very historic looking building and great attention to detail in the architecture and interior design! The pub itself is fairly small with not a lot of seating, but the bartender was friendly and it was a good atmosphere inside - we felt more like locals than tourists being in here and we’d love to visit again one day

Went for a business lunch recently and was not disappointed. I had a beautiful little steak pie for my main which hit the spot. Cheeseboard at the end was also lovely although perhaps could have had slightly bigger portions

If you haven’t been to the Barley Mow, you need to! We had a lovely time enjoying elevated traditional British fare. The fresh baked Madelines were a must-have! Special thanks to manager mark for his great service.

Absolutely dreadful experience. If I could give 0 starts I absolutely would. I’ve booked a table for my mother to celebrate her birthday. We all arrived in good spirits to celebrate it and it so happened that the birthday is on the same day as the Euros. The lady on the phone informed us that they are showing football downstairs and it’s walk ins only. Upon arrival we’ve ordered food (which was nice) but there was a room with TV upstairs. My mum asked if it’s possible to book that room for later and what are the options upon which a very snobby I guess manager (based on him wearing different uniform) talked down to her. My mum speaks very good English, and there was absolutely no necessity to talk down to her like that. It was rude, absolutely insensitive and disgusting. As an expat himself the person who did that to her should be aware that talking down and disrespecting anyone like that and chewing words out loudly and slowly just because a person has an accent on their birthday is a dreadful thing, especially in the current climate. This shouldn’t be allowed at all. Don’t recommend this place as for the price you paying you get talked down. You can get way nicer experience at a restaurant of higher level.

Wonderful dinner! This place is fun, friendly, and tasty! We went here because it was near our hotel in Mayfair, and we were very pleasantly surprised by the quality of food. We loved it!

Nice pub with good food and beer. A bit pricey but you are in Mayfar.

Very disappointing. One of the most expensive roasts in London and sadly one of the worst I've ever had. Very poor value, you pay £38 for roast beef and only get roast potatoes and a Yorkshire pudding! You pay £31 for the "roast pork", which is basically bacon and is served with pineapple (on a Sunday roast?!) and again only roast potatoes. The gravy was like water and the sides are £6 each to complete your roast. It is a lovely venue and the staff were nice, however the service was also very slow. It has a lot of potential, but there is a lot of work to do on this in my opinion.

When here for father's day and I had the best time ever.

What a gem! Came here with some friends the other night and was pleasantly surprised by the friendly vibe and efficiency of service in such a central and busy part of London! Bar can be quite crowded but it doesn’t take too long to get a drink. The bar staff were very accommodating - shoutout to Kate at the bar for the best Margarita I’ve had in London! Will definitely be coming back!

Great pub! Went here with my friends for some drinks and bites. Kate at the bar was really friendly and gave some great recommendations for food and drinks, and the service was swift and well delivered. We felt at home - will definitely be coming back again!

We had a wonderful dinner at this classic London pub. We sat upstairs at the corner window with an interesting view of a beautiful Mayfair intersection. Service was perfectly attentive, but not too much. Food was upscale pub fare, and quite delicious. We will certainly return during our next trip to London.

Will behind the bar made me feel so welcome. I’ll definitely be come back here to drink!

Really like coming here when I’m in London. Not your typical pub crowd and few tourists, but a more Mayfair-esque clientele, which is unsurprising given the prices.

Delicious food in relaxed surroundings for a mid-week meal with friends. Modern, lighter twists on traditional dishes - pie and mash; chicken Kiyev; faggots and peas - all reworked into fresher takes, perfect for midweek supper and leaving just enough room for delicious puddings. Excellent service, good beer. Wines price up quickly with little below £50 a bottle - nice though!

Lovely old pub with seriously good dining room upstairs. Two minutes walk from busy Oxford Street but a world away in terms of style, peace, and location in Mayfair. Charming, prompt service, Delightful dining room- airy, stylish. Moderately busy but easy to chat properly with no distraction. Menu is british classics done perfectly. We had scotch eggs and Sunday roasts. Scotch egg was from duck egg and with wild garlic mayonnaise, delicious. Roasts were spot on- I had slow cooked pork belly. Good wine list and full bar selection (my friends fancied properly pulled Guinness). Very hard to fault and do shortlist this for any trip to London.

One of my favourite pubs in Mayfair, with a proper focus on food in the smart upstairs dining room. The kind of place where, on the back of the menu, they list all of their suppliers - like excellent seafood from Wright Bros. The menu has a mix of pub classics (my friend said his beef pie was exceptional) and interesting variations - among the best was the duck & wild garlic scotch egg, and the truffled potato croquette. The service from Joe and AJ was friendly and efficient, and the dinner was rounded off with a tasty lemon meringue pie. Even if you’re not dining, the bar area downstairs is great for a pint if you’re in the area.

Good beer and service. The fish and chips were really good.

Fun place, there at 2pm and got a table. Very busy other times. Ate bar food downstairs, nice restaurant upstairs. Tried their Pie (meat) and mash. Traditional fun. Good Rolling Man pale ale.

Great service, ok snacks and very busy place on a Thursday night!

Live music, very fresh beer 🍺 good environment 😎

Only popped in for a coffee, expected to pay a fairly high price and wasn't disappointed although £9 for two coffees isn't outrageous for Mayfair I suppose. What did surprise us was that, given that it took a while to arrive, what there was of it, which wasn't much, wasn't exactly hot. What further surprised us was that it was served in quite badly chipped cups and that the coffee itself was no better (in fact considerably worse) than Gregg's or Weatherspoons. The staff were absolutely fine and from what I saw of the bar food it looked ok.

Outstanding service and staff. Benjamin rocks 🤘🏼

Wallace Collection and beers 🍻 Just been to the excellent Ranjit Singh exhibition at The Wallace, 5mins away is this wonderful pub to have a pint and reflect. Quick service, bartender Ben made me feel right at home, an unpretentious and friendly pub in Mayfair . On way to Guinea grill for a steak, many thanks!

Benjamin was the man! Was a great experience coming here from out of town - give this place a visit if you’re in Mayfair and give Benjamin a visit

Benjamin was the absolute best! We came in with a fussy baby and he was so wonderful and helpful. Also, the citrus Collins and the fish & chips were the best I’ve had in London. Highly recommend!!!

Benjamin was superbly attentive and engaging for our lunch of fish and chips along with ales and cocktails — our baby loved the food and atmosphere, as did we! Highly recommend this establishment and Benjamin as a bartender!

Benjamin was perfect, recommended drinks perfectly, was engaging, came over for a chat every so often. Always served with a smile and a cheerful attitude. Helped settle the first date nerves and would 100% comeback purely for the impeccable service

Good beer but food portions were meagre. Food was tasty though.

Glorious boozer, fantastic food and a truly excellent Benjamin bar man. My office is around the corner so I frequent this pub more than my wife is aware. Adore the place.

I’m a bit loathed to leave a 5* review and let everyone else in on Mayfair’s best kept secret! Food in the restaurant is fabulous and a must try. Their family style offerings for large groups are second to none. Similarly service down in the bar is brilliant too - thanks especially to Benjamin who always looks after us and pours the best Stiegls Mayfair can offer. Always a highlight of the day!

My family was in town from the states and we were staying at the Marriott next door. We visited The Barley Mow just to get a quick bite to eat but ended up staying for quite a few drinks and Benjamin gave us awesome service. He’s a class act and gave us some great suggestions of where to visit in town. I’ll be sure to come back to Barley Mow on my next trip!

This is a pub with very good food. Average service and atmosphere that is very expensive. We had 11 people with 2 children and a non drinker and the bill was more than 700

Splendid place for a drinks. The beers and cocktails are excellent. The food is marvellous too. Everything is well thought out. Amazing place.

Had a ball! Benjamin, the bartender, is great! Drinks were excellent and amazing location. We will be back! Thanks again Ben for a great experience!

Benjamin was very friendly !! And fun! Quick service and fab atmosphere. We had the scotch eggs and croquettes - they were delish!!

Benjamin is a top lad! Great selection of beers and the food upstairs is superb. Great local. Also love the fact they do breakfast

Great staff and very good food. Very good atmosphere. Would definitely recommend. Nice and close to Oxford Street. Ben is a very good barman

Brilliant birthday lunch last weekend, the team were very helpful arranging a table at short notice and the food was fabulous! Highly recommend and thank you to Joe again for your help.

The food here wasn't worth going for. If you're popping in for a drink - fine. Nice pub, nice decor, nice staff. Just don't order the overpriced and under cooked food.

Great place, great atmosphere Great service. Well worth the time spent whether for the Negronies, the pies or the experience.

Excellent pub.. We ate as a large group and the food and service were impeccable.

Lovely afternoon lunch on the 1st day of Cheltenham festival. Was looked after above and beyond by Benjamin the whole time. Food was exceptional as was the portion sizes. Would highly recommend and hope to return very soon.

I went recently to try the new breakfast menu. It was such a treat to have a really good-cooked breakfast. The Barley Mow is an excellent pub and also has a fine-dining restaurant. Highly recommended.

Excellent pub, great food. Great service. Best Guinness in London served by Benjy

Came here for lunch with some colleagues this afternoon for the first time. Really enjoyed the food, it was so tasty and really good quality. The staff were really friendly and the whole place had a nice atmosphere, would definitely return. Thank you!

Saturday night dinner. Food is simple but well presented and decent sized portions We sat down at 7 and it was empty for close to an hour before others started to arrive so maybe not the day to head there (last time was for Sunday lunch and it was packed) Overall good experience - Ice cream selection should be much better (first item on the dessert menu but they only had vanilla)

A neighbourhood gem. Ate duck confit w spectacular golden thick crunchy chips and heritage carrots. Companion one of their divine pies with mash. Great wine list. Just a wonderful place but quite small maybe 40-46 covers and was busy on visit (Monday lunch).

Went for Sunday lunch. Asked at the bar if they had a table and told no as they were packed. Went on Opentable and secured a booking for 15mins later! Strange that they didn’t want our business…Anyway, food was lovely. We had the beef and lamb. Couldn’t fit dessert in. Huge portions.

I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to Alessandro and Steve for their expertly crafted pints and delicious Bloody Mary concoction. Their vibrant personalities truly added to the anticipation of the day ahead. Thank you both for your exceptional customer service. I hope to see you both again soon. Kind regards, KB

We didn’t eat but the service at the bar and the atmosphere was great. The staff were all friendly, helpful and very accommodating

Probably the worst Sunday Roast experience I’ve had since moving to London 3+ years ago… We made a reservation for Sunday 2pm, so it wasn’t even peak hour - ordered Sunday roast (the most common dish ever, the Sunday special) and had to wait for more than 70mins! Every once in a while a waiter would come and say “2 more minutes” and proceed to ignore us for another 20; in the end food arrived at 3.20pm. Once food arrived, the waiters kept coming by every literally 2 mins to ask if we wanted more drinks, more sides, more food (all of this while we were eating). Sunday roast + a pint (not even a dessert) and sharing bread among 3ppl ended up £60+ pp!!!! How is that even possible? I was genuinely shocked The location is cozy and nice for a pub but the tables are so close one to the other that it’s impossible to talk/relax - I would say this is comparable to a normal pub but not something I’d expect from a place that wants to be on the higher end (given 2x+ prices)

Loved our dinner here. Lovely atmosphere and brilliant service. I had the vegetarian Wellington and a fantastic dessert. We’ll be back again soon.

A great English pub with very comfy ambiance. Try the IPA draft beer, it is really outstanding. The tomatoe soup also a must. The cod is very delicate and very trasto

20 pounds for a glass of red wine, very unreasonable and I am sure I was overcharged.

Wonderful evening celebrating three 50th’s! Lovely food and very well looked after by Gregory! Thank you!