Mr Fogg's Tavern in City of London, Westminster

We were so excited to come here for dinner and enjoy the music and fun environment. On a positive we had a reservation and were seated right away! But after being seated no one came in to check on us. We had to flag down multiple wait staff to ask for drinks that then took a lengthy amount of time to get. I am a casual diner but this was to the point that other wait staff asked if we had even ordered. Next once we got our first round of drinks we had to again wave down staff to get food. Once food arrived we had 10 minutes to eat before we again were prompted by staff that we would have to check out. We knew upon making the reservation that there was a time limit to the table but after spending the majority of our time flagging down staff it was difficult to understand how the best service we had all night came after we were told to pay and leave. This place has such a fun energy and the food was solid. The staff was mediocre at best and definitely could have handled the situation with more class.

Decided to come here for my birthday with friends. The music was so loud we could barely hear each other speak. They took another reservation for my table at 9:30 on a sunday (with the place closing at 11) and decided to kick us out after barely 2 hours. Three people came at different time asking us to leave when time wasn’t even up. And in an effort to make us leave as quickly as possible the waiter charged us random amounts although we were indicating him which items we each took.

Stumbled across this on Monday Yes it’s very tiny and by luck got a table but well worth it Loved the atmosphere the bar staff and waiting staff were very professional Lovely pint of Guinness We had the fish and chips gluten free yes I’m always shocked by London prices but happy to pay for the fantastic food

We had a table for three booked at Mr Fogg’s for drinks and food today (23/11) for 1:30. As we were close by at midday we called in to ask if it would be possible to have drinks beforehand, although we understood it may not be possible. We were greeted by a woman with dark hair who, whilst coughing violently into her hands the while time, told us it would not be. The place was perhaps half-full at this time. We returned at 1:30 looking forward to our drinks and food. At this point, the place was packed. We were kept waiting while discussions took place among members of staff apparently at a loss as to how to deal with our booking, until another female member of staff eventually led us to a tiny, recently vacated, table for two. When we pointed out that there was only room for two, the staff member dragged a stool from another table and told us this was their normal table for three. Either this was an unashamed untruth, or Mr Fogg’s needs to rethink their seating arrangements. Staff were dismissive, chaotic, and downright rude - we had looked forward to this experience, planned and booked in advance, but felt we had no choice but to leave without eating. We understand that this is the busiest time of year, and would have appreciated an explanation that this perhaps had meant no suitable table was available - but instead were made to feel we were not worth staff’s efforts, time or attention. Such a shame as it is an atmospheric and quirkily attractive pub - but I would avoid like the plague. 0/5.

We visited for the first time yesterday. The food was delicious, the service was excellent- a male waiter with longish brown blonde hair served us, he was very kind and attentive. The tavern is very warming. We had a lovely experience.

Pub in the center of London between Charing Cross and Covent Garden. "Old British" setting which fully recalls the atmosphere of Jules Verne's book to which the name of the pub refers. Fast service. Friendly, helpful and competent staff. Excellent beers, adequate food.

£10 for one of the most average mulled wines you'll find.

Value 1/5 £9.50 for a 2/3rds full cup of mulled wine. Price would be almost justified for the cosu atmosphere, but they should either downsize the cups or be more generous with the pours so it doesn't feel so stingy. Taste 2/5 more like sangria than mulled wine. Think they were counting on it being spiked with liquor, but having the 'standard' wine felt more like punch than a drink at a pub. Definitely not worth the hype.

Meh. Nothing special. The Sunday Roast was the worst we've been served. To their credit, we weren't charged for this. The draft beer wasn't cold. The air temperature was colder than my beer. Disappointed.

A great option for lunch or happy hour in a very English atmosphere in the Covent Garden area. I tried a snack that was practically fish and chips and it was wonderful. Very kind service and very pleasant atmosphere.

Liten, fullstappet bar. Vi hadde bestilt bord for to, og fikk det som var nærmest inngang og do. Var i veien uansett hvor vi satt eller sto da vi kom, så ikke så hyggelig som vi hadde håpet på. Maten var grei, men fisken litt smakløs. Men morsomt om du orker en trang engelsk pub en ettermiddag i London

Cocktails are fantastic, the old-time musical with Carradine's cockney singalong on a Thursday night is brilliant. Fantastic atmosphere, brilliant music, brilliant crowd. Not sure that they do food so can't comment on that.

Everything was superb however, the door was left open in November and it was a little cold in there..

Nice pub. Good beer selection. Nice staff

Amazing place to stop in for a crafted drink and to let your sassy husband rest after a day of walking through London.

We came for the Tom Carradine Sing Along. The crowd was international (French, Turkisch, USA, Austrian (we),..) We liked the cheerful time during the sing along. We ate marvellous Fish and Chips, had good Ale and Ciders. All in all a super experience for our first night during our stay.

Great atmosphere and decent prices . Would recommend 👌

We did the upstairs gin bar. We loved it.

By far amongst the best gin list and gin cocktails you will have.

Great place to go to for a massive selection of gins and the server was so knowledgeable. The cocktails were amazing

We were passing through and noticed the charming unique decoration. The idea was have a pint and continue on. We had great service at the bar that one pint became two and shortly three. We noticed someone enjoying a plate of fish and chips and it looked great. We had tried fish and chips somewhere else and we were greatly disappointed. Mr Fogg’s fish and chips totally redeemed our experience. It’s was crispy but lightly battered and thick white pieces of fish. The chips were thick and fresh.

Very tourist place. Low to medium level food. All very salty. Good for a beer

We booked in advance, was asked if it’s a special occasion (my daughters 18th) sent a picture of her so she could be greeted at the door etc etc …. Nothing 😩 No mention of a happy birthday, no surprise waiting. The drinks were delicious and the lady who served us was amazing 🤩

Friendly and friendly staff, excellent cocktails, the price a little high (between £13-17 for cocktails) however original and fun atmosphere, address to remember!

Poor expensive beer. They let you in, sell you an overpriced drink then tell you not to sit anywhere.

Very quiet and very good beer. Nice atmosphere, so nice should have had more people in it. May have been time we were there.

Really fun pub we'll worth popping in for a pint food looked great although we didn't stay for food. Definitely worth a visit seems very popular.

Lovely pub with tones of character. Upstairs there is a gin parlour where you can sample 200 gins! We stayed downstairs sipping our ales by the bar. Music in the background is additional bonus to the atmosphere. If you are around Covent Garden, it is great to pop over.

Inventive drinks. Quirky fun atmosphere. Loved the Padron peppers. Star of the show was our awesome server, Sam, who was just delightfully welcoming, zipped around handling a bustling crowd, and just elevated our fun. Thanks for a spiffy evening.

Enjoyed the decor and atmosphere

As Londoners we probably should have known better and my poor review looks like it’s going to stand out like a sore thumb but it is was an ok experience which turned sour quickly. We were going to the theatre across the road so were pleased we could get a seat outside so close to the theatre. My husband went to the bar and bought a pint and an Aperol spritz. £20.40, less than 250ml without ice. I had asked for no ice so when he came back with a less than half full small glass I asked the server outside for another. His pint went faster slower than my two drinks so I decided on a straight glass of Prosecco so in total my “normal” sized Aperol cost £28.60 for a large drink but not massive drink. I was an aware of how much we’d spent and though I wasn’t over the moon I knew and willing ordered more, but, my husband had pointed out that the 2nd drink I paid for outside had had a 10/12% charge added which he had declined when at the bar getting drinks. So, I asked for mine to be removed, the waiter loudly said “Jesus!” And walked off he came back several mins later with a new amount on the screen (this detail maters later). I said I’d rather pay inside and was hoping to have a better interaction with the manager and explain that a “gratuity” is called that for a reason and it’s down to me as a customer to decide whether that is justified. I asked to speak to manager and he ignored me, then went to another customer (felt deliberate), when I spoke to him and explained the surely the customer should be asked or at least given the option, he was not at all interested in the fact that the server had been quiet rude or anything I had to say. It was very much, go away. I’m really please so many people have great experiences in Mr Fogg’s I would stick to pints but I won’t be going back (which I’m sure doesn’t bother the management) but I felt Royally ripped off and service was unnecessarily rude just because we didn’t comply. We were helpful pleasant customers because we both work in hospitality so know how to value people who are serving you, we are never rude or unpleasant. Please do better. “JESUS”!

Two weeks ago, four of us went there. We put our names down for the upstairs section and waited outside for our turn. As our turn was approaching, we stood up and headed towards the door, but one of my friends accidentally broke a beer glass. Despite our turn arriving, we were not allowed inside. The reason given was that my friend broke a glass , which was accedientially happened. My friend wasn’t drunk, it was just a crowded area where the glass was accidentally broken. We immediately apologized and offered to cover the cost of the damage ourselves. After waiting for 40 minutes for nothing, we were refused entry just because of an accidental glass breakage. The place was extremely rude and unaccommodating.

Great spot when you can get a seat

Love this place. Best staff ever!!!

Staff were fab very welcoming and friendly! It was my sisters birthday and when they heard us talking about it they gave us a gin shot and a birthday card! Fish Fryday was great and two of us had the sandwiches! Good size portions and we had a great time!

Small pub with lots of decoration. It is worth knowing it, it is very beautiful inside and out. We tried fish and chips and it was very delicious.

Absolutely brilliant place for a truly genuine London pub experience.

Great service by Ella ! Loved her recommendations . Would definitely come back here when i visit London again

The food and drink are good. Music is a rollicking mix of show tunes and classic rock. The decor is eclectic, all over the map, and whimsical. Atmosphere cannot be beat.

Really good experience. The food was great, and the service was on point. Albeit it felt rushed and you were squeezed onto a small table. Which I'll add, the last people were chased off so we could sit down... It just needs perfecting a little bit more. It's still definitely worth a visit.

All good! There are some restaurants that attract you in and then disappoint you-this is not one of them! From the welcome to the service and quality of the food-and in reality value for money in the heart of the city -and to the toilets (anyone who reads my reviews know I review the toilets - clean and fresh All good! There are some restaurants that draw you in and then disappoint you, this is not one of them! From the welcome to the service and quality of food (and actually value for money in the heart of the city) and the bathrooms (anyone who reads my reviews knows that I criticize bathrooms - clean and fresh).

Great experience! Around the world in 80 days OR a couple of drinks! My friend group traveled from London to Hong Kong to Suez and back again. Loved the London drink! That was my favorite! Fun decorations too. Great back story. Be sure to book in advance! Then thru the secret bookcase door and off to new adventures!

Great (but also expensive) cocktails and a very lively atmosphere. We didn’t have much help from the people working there if we had to wait for a table or just sit. In the end, we just sat because everyone was doing so, and we got the menus. No explanations, no suggestions, no welcomes. It didn’t take much for the cocktail to arrive though which was nice.

Great atmosphere and brilliant drinks. Can get busy!

We came across this charming quirky pub while walking around Covent Garden. It is small but has a great atmosphere. The fish and chips were excellent, light crispy batter and chunky chips. It might be a bit expensive but no more so than the rest of London.

I went last night for only my second time to mr foggs tavern and it has quickly become my favourite bar in london ! having come once before with one other friend for Tom Carradine’s cockney-sing-along I decided to come back for my birthday and I was not disappointed, it was the best birthday in recent memory ! Tom went above and beyond remembering my name and mentioning me throughout the show as well getting the room to sing me happy birthday. He is a fantastic performer with buckets of charm and the show is an absolute must go to in london ! Only one of the large group I was with was from london and Tom read the room and combined cockney classics with songs that everyone would know ! The venue itself is beautifully decorated with lots of character and the staff are super friendly and helpful.Will be bringing all visiting friends here from now on and couldn’t recommend this enough so anyone who wants to have a brilliant night out in central london.

Always great for cocktails, doorman very friendly and funny. Almost a yearly pilgrimage to this place for a special event

A very nice tavern to visit for food and beer We had fish & chips, mac n cheese and shrimp, everything was very tasty and filling, the service was pleasant, there is a summer terrace

Went for drinks, great ambiance, the staff were quick and kind.

Absolutely gorgeous little pub in the heart of the West End and theatre land. The wine was lovely and the chunky chips delicious, albeit ungenerous portions. Only marking it down as touristy expensive.

I'm so lucky to have a seat because it is very super busy now. There are mountain people mountain sea and hudrund people drink and eat in the tavern so you had better to book in advance. Anyway it is a good place to experience British culture. The beer taste so good so you can't have any meal without beer but if you are afraid of alcohol then you can try a pint of shady which makes you happy.

The atmosphere, service, food and drink were all incredible. When I wasn't sure what to drink, I told the server what sort of drinks I liked and she recommended something that really suited me. Will definitely go back again.

Great customer experience. The staff made really good recommendations for the cocktails. We had a bit of extra cocktails added by mistake which were promptly reconciled.

Great drinks and cozy atmosphere. Very busy even on a Thursday afternoon. Book in advance to ensure a seat.

Posto bellissimo ed accogliente! Siamo stati qualche giorno fa per una serata in coppia , trovato per caso subito ci ha colpito per le decorazioni. Anche il personale molto gentile! Ci ritorneremo

Several things to say. 👉🏻Atmosphere 10 points. 👉🏻 The food I tried was the potatoes and the battered chicken dish. Everything is delicious except that the chicken batter is MEGA SPICY 🌶️. They have to notify beforehand or put it in the letter. There are many people who don't eat spicy! 👉🏻 Few food options. 👉🏻 Bad attention. You sit down and they don't bring you the food menu, only the drinks menu. I hadn't finished the drink before the girl came to take our plates and lift everything because they wanted to change the table. Everything is fine but it doesn't work. I left with the food still in my throat. 👉🏻 They don't bring you anything to snack on with your beer. 👉🏻 Small food plates. 👉🏻 The food is fast food (nuggets and potatoes) but it takes a LONG time to bring it. 👉🏻 Price quality ok. Approximately 20 pounds per person.

One off pint at this venue . BEWARE ! Female staff decide to put service charge on card scanner without an option . Wouldn't mind but we had to stand! No tables . Watch your transactions. Naughty

Stopped for a pint each . Couple . No food . Busy no tables so just ordered a pint each at the bar . Paid by card . Then noticed they had added EXTRA onto the card auth . Queried it - mistake BUT was never given the option to add extra to the bill . BEWARE when getting your bill. Said it was a mistake but wasn't given the the option on the card reader at the time . Might catch the Tourists out -but they won't catch the British out ! Naughty - nice little earner. Wouldn't mind - we didn't even have a table and had to stand as we drank !!!!

Poor attitude of staff particularly management. Very rude and unwelcoming which is a pity as we are local to area and manage a large hotel. Will not return or recommend to guests.

The atmosphere was lovely, very cozy and nice decoration. I ordered the "Lady in Red" and it was fantastic

One of the oldest taverns in London. Very stylish and atmospheric. You can sit both inside and outside. The place is passable, so you need to close your eyes to the tables and chairs that are not entirely clean - the staff simply does not have time to wipe them thoroughly. Well, this is not a restaurant, of course. I liked the Sunday roast, a real English dish, simple and satisfying. Just a couple of pints of beer!

Quirky small venue doing good cocktails and fast service. Book a table if you can. Or sit outside and people watch.

Fantastic place to visit and great entertainment.

Absolutely stunning pub on St Martin's Lane, the outside of the pubs covered in flowers, the quirky interior is amazing and the staff were all dressed as beer maids, what a wonderful place to grab a Guinness & the best selection of Gin & tonics. Highly recommend.

Staff was friendly, atmosphere was great, drinks were delicious.

A great spot to grab a drink after dinner!

Got a great service from Martin, perfect person always ready to help!!!

Felt like I'm in one of 1940's movie era and sipping a whiskey and talking serious business with my friends.

Made reservation for drinks upstairs. All of the drinks were great. They told me that they couldn’t make me a certain drink because they were out of the ingredients but then a little later I saw them make my drink for another person sitting by me. Maybe it was a mix up! But other than that, everything was splendid.

Very cool place! We'll come back

Very poorly organized, we sat down in a period of 15 minutes at 2 different tables and magically they were always reserved. When we went to consult with him Man from the galley at the entrance literally told us: where is free you can sit. And when it. We made them come and say it's reserved and there was no sign or anything. The truth is that we left a disgraceful service with extra expensive prices. We walked 50 meters and found a bar with spectacular $5 drinks and not this $15 garbage. I WILL NEVER BE BACK

I only had one pint, 7.5 pounds but at least with the uniqueness of the place you offset the cost a little.

It’s been a week since I was here and I couldn’t shift it from my mind. For the location it is in and the quality of the food and drinks the price here is amazing. On top of that, the service is impeccable even when it was packed. I would write an essay but I’ll stop here.

Incredible cocktails and food. And the venue is spectacular!!!

Very busy spot. Nice selection of beers.

A fun pub, excellent theming inside with a background of 1930/40s music playing. Table service is available but you will be charged a service charge even if it’s just for drinks so you are better placing your order at the bar. The bar is quite small so a queue forms out of the door. Bar service is quite slow due to all the cocktail making. A selection of beers on daft but expensive at £7.50 for a pint. Overall a good place to have a few drinks as it’s quite unique and a different vibe to all the other options in the area.

Unfriendly servers for a penny.

The attention was great. The incredible atmosphere. Vinyls two years ago and today we returned with delicious drinks

Received AMAZING service from the young Polish lady outside. Went out of her way throughout the night and made us feel very welcome. Rest of the staff were amazing. Decent food and lovely cocktails. Highly recommend

NIKOLINA is amazing. Give her a rise 😆 she deserves is . EPIC waitress 💕

Amazing little quirky pub with fantastic staff!

Very nice and characteristic place, the girl who served us was very kind. Average food

What an absolute ripoff- 3 single gin and tonics ordered at the bar £38! I laughter because I thought he said £28 - then when he said £38 we drank and left. You wonder why pubs are closing at the rate of knots. Woman collected our glasses and asked if we wanted another round - so if we had had doubles line we sometimes do…….. £76 for 3 drinks / dont take the Pi**.

I visited for a Sunday Roast and was thoroughly impressed! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the staff were both friendly and attentive. The food was delicious, with perfectly cooked meats and all the classic trimmings. A special mention to the Pirate Cocktail—it’s an absolute must-try! 🏴‍☠️ A big shoutout to the barman for crafting such a memorable drink. Highly recommend! ✨

So cute! Everyone so nice! Beautiful cocktails.

Great place, great location, drinks were 5/5

Nice popular pub. Friendly staff and good drinks

Traditional pub look & feel with nice staff. Food was well prepared (nothing fancy, but honest comfort food) and came quickly. Price was right, would recommend.

Small corner pub. very busy on a Sunday. Roast lunch with yorkshire pudding looked great

Mr Fogg's Tavern in London offers an experience that transports visitors back to the Victorian era. Located in the heart of the city, this peculiar pub is inspired by the adventure and extravagance of the famous character Phileas Fogg. The decor is an eclectic mix of antiques, artifacts and curiosities that create a welcoming atmosphere full of character. The drinks menu is extensive and well-curated, with a variety of original and classic cocktails that reflect the theme of travel and exploration. The selection of craft beers and wines is also notable, offering options for all tastes.

I'm sorry I love the place as in looks and feel but to charge £12 for a shot of sailor Jerry's or makers mark is scandalous and then have the cheek to put a service charge on I know it's London but still this is why pubs are going under cause one day people will say bollox to that cocktails in roof top bars are cheaper

The food wasn't the best. Nice but very slow staff, we were waiting a long time to be served, and the table wasn't even cleaned.

The staff on the floor understood perfectly how to embody the spirit of Mr Fogg. Great atmosphere

Brilliant atmosphere, cocktails and service overall. Love the decor and vibe. Great for after-work drinks.

Honestly so incredibly atmospheric, this is one not to miss. The drinks are absolutely perfect. Completely recommend the pirate punch!

Gin experience. To do! Very welcoming staff.

Friendly staff and great cocktails, though the drinks are pricey (even for central London). They're dog friendly which is amazing!

Lugar Curioso. Hermoso entorno decorado te sentís en 1700. Muy bien la bebida. Floja la comida. Vengan por unos tragos y unas draft beers. No tiene sentido comer acá. Muy buena atención tanto del portero como del mozo. Recomendable!

An old still English pub. Great service from the staff, good food, and ample liquid refreshments.

We only stayed for one drink, it was reasonable