The Cornwall Project at The Newman Arms in City of London, Westminster

We visited the Newman arms after work this week. The staff were absolutely brilliant and so friendly. Martin looked after us when we arrived and showed us to our table that we booked upstairs. Tom was super informative and told us about the beer that was locally brewed in Walthamstow and Mike was very friendly. Would defo recommend this pub and will be coming back again after work! X

Tiny little pub from the outside which you could easily miss, but a delight inside. The main area isn’t large at all but there’s a surprisingly large range of drinks, especially for gin lovers. The bar staff are friendly, nice and proactive and the seating is good for small groups or individuals. Lovely quiet option in the area and I’ll certainly be returning.

Мы с приятелем прочитали в Википедии что этот паб когда-то был борделем! А это всегда интересно) И любопытно. Приехали в Fitzrovia специально на такси. Место оказалось типичным ждя Лондона. Но мы не разочаровались - пиво от пивоварни Truman's было замечательным. Выпитые пинты мы не считали) Еду не заказывали,так как обедали в отеле. Ушли довольные. P.S. обратите внимание на окно второго этажа...может вас там ждут?

Estaba buscando un pub para almorzar y fui enviado al Newman por un pub vecino que no servía comida. Fue una buena recomendación. La elección es lo suficientemente grande para que todos encuentren algo, casi tomé el pastel vegetariano, pero al final decidí tomar el pastel de venado, porque no estaría disponible en Suiza en lugar de la opción vegetariana. El pastel estaba bien servido y todo estaba delicioso, la verdura un poco insípida, una pizca de sal resolvió el problema. El crumble de manzana no es excepcional pero bueno, lo pediría nuevamente. El servicio es muy amable, la comida llega rápidamente. El ambiente del restaurante de arriba es cálido, te sientes como hace 200 años con mesas de madera bien hechas, asientos de cuero y una chimenea. Los precios son muy razonables. He etiquetado el pub para mi próxima visita a Londres: -)

Algunos amigos y yo visitamos el 25 de enero. Fue un buen lugar con un toque tradicional. Nos lo pasamos muy bien y el barman José fue amable y también hizo buenas recomendaciones con un poco de humor. Recomendaría una visita si desea un ambiente relajado.

Endlich ein Pub, das noch klassische Pies anbietet. Das Newman Arms ist ein kleines Pub der Brauerei Truman. Die Biere findet man in London nicht oft und sind eine geschmackvolle Abwechslung. Das Essen ist sehr gut, das Preis-Leistungsverhältnis ausgezeichnet. Insgesamt lohnt sich ein Besuch.

I am traveling across the U.K. with my two daughters and mother-in-law for three weeks. We are in London four days before we head north and each evening we have reservations at a restaurant we hope will be an experience. We had a 7 pm reservation made several weeks earlier and when we arrived the pub below was full but the small upstairs dining room was completely empty. We chose the curtained alcove which was quite nice. The feel was I am not quite sure how to describe it—maybe posh-pseudo-historical—is that a thing? It was certainly very pleasant maybe cozy even. The server was pleasant although I should make it clear that you should lower expectations somewhat as far as service. The food and atmosphere are what takes center stage here. We ordered: Fish and chips (fries for Americans) but we did have to request malt vinegar. I am not sure if that was an oversight or if you must always ask. I do not know which fish was used. This was pronounced delicious by my 15 year old who eats next to no fish and is not very adventurous in her dining. Burger. This came with bacon which was set aside and I am sure you could order it without bacon. There was also a small quantity of sauce and a pickle. It was served with chips (again fries). My youngest said the burger was excellent. Chicken and mushroom pie and a steak pie both which came with seasoned mashed potatoes and sauce to pour. I ate the chicken and mushroom pie and found that I was completely full after. I am very surprised to read that some diners felt this portion was small! The meat was tender and the flavors were nicely balanced. The crust was perfect. It is hard to get a good crust in the states like this unless you make it yourself at home so it was a very nice treat. My mother-in-law declared her own steak pie very good as well and also did not feel she needed more food. We tried to order the sticky toffee pudding and the apple crisp but only the apple crisp was available. This came with cream to pour. I saw some reviewers say the cream was too much but for the apple dessert it is definitely needed to make the dessert work. We ordered two coffees and both came about 3/4 of the cup full. This did not bother me but some diners might be annoyed not to see a full cup. I found the coffee very good. We did not have any of the lovely ale for which this establishment is known. If they had offered a small tasting on the menu I would have tried it but did not feel up to more. I should point out the menu is quite small featuring some starters which we did not try and various boards and pies. We came for the pies and were not disappointed. The only negative of course is the horrific price so I assume most of the diners upstairs are for special occasions or are tourists looking for a dining adventure. Please check the prices in advance. We spent about one hundred pounds for the four entrees one dessert and two coffees. I would not recommend this establishment for large groups (too small), budget travelers or people with very young children.

Vodka taste awful it lifeless completely dead to be honest wouldn't recommend anyone as service was poor first time tried not really great experience

My wife and I popped in here for a couple of drinks prior to a nearby appointment. The staff I think were new, our drinks took quite a while to be delivered despite there being nobody else waiting to be served. The vodka was awful, it was their house vodka and I’d never heard of it but we decided to get out after one which was a shame. It’s a very intimate ground floor bar which was populated almost solely with staff from a nearby office, indeed further people from the same office came in and disappeared to the upstairs bar. The small bar below ground added more space but unless you’re keen on small spaces, this pub will not suit. Having said all of this I would still return; partly because it’s handy for a place I visit but also to try a different vodka and to give it another chance.

They didn't warn us but had booked in a large party so the only food they could offer were two pies even though we had already been served drinks and been given menus. What was served was OK. But this place has a good reputation for home made pies and good beers - it will not keep it unless they get a bit more savvy

The pub is aways pretty busy and the beer from Trumans is fine. Upstairs is a small dining room, which looks much older than it must be. There's a small menu, which specialises in pies. My friends had pies - which looked tiny - and my wife and I had a slat-beef bagel which was bizarrely covered in barbecue sauce. At £7 each they were expensive for what we got. Only two deserts were on the menu, one of which was unavailable. Service was unfriendly although not actively hostile. With a little more effort with the menu and the service this could be a nice quirky place for a quiet meal.

This is my new favourite London pub. Loads of history, clean loos, lovely staff and great beer. Haven't tried the food yet, but will...

Lunch was great, staff was super - information and generous helping with beer samples/tasting etc. The pub has been completely re-vamped and unfortunately seems to have lost a bit of its olde world character - it has also changed from being a Fullers pub to Truman, but there is a good selection of beers (and gins) to choose from. Pie was excellent - an evening visit was enjoyed later and the bar staff brought round hot meat and mustard samples for customers, another nice touch. the old grotty loos have been replaced and it seems that a new basement area has been added, but not sure if there is a separate bar down there. It would be a nice area to book for a work function. We'll be back again soon.

Absolutely lovely and down to earth restaurant upstairs. They seemed only to serve steak which I would never normally order from a menu but I'm absolutely glad I did because the steak was heavenly in this place. The flavours out of this world. It felt a little expensive, but I wasn't thinking of the price whilst enjoying the great atmosphere, members of staff, and delicious food. Would recommend and will definitely be coming again.

Basic but very pleasant bar to drink in So unpretentious it is like a breath of fresh air around here Easy to miss DONT🍻🍻🍻 I will be back The restaurant specialises in meat and as i don't eat meat no review of food

I love steaks and a pop-up with selected meat at a decent price was an unmissable opportunity. Although you get a great value steak sandwich for £12.95 at lunch, for dinner £25 for steak & chips is a decent deal as well. My offer also included a glass of red wine and you get an excellent selection from Languedoc too! Located in a very small pub (dining room is upstairs), 5 minutes from Goodge St station, you will find the old lost tradition of English pubs: the host, Jon, is an incredibly friendly guy that will chat with you as you've been known each other for ages. He definitely went the extra mile to explain the concept and asking for feedback. The place seems family-run and you feel at home in few seconds. The steak looks small as it's quite thick so ask for medium-well if you fancy well cooked in the middle. The flavour was quite distinctive and matching the expectations. Good chips, too. The extra focaccia bread was prepared earlier in the morning so, reheated, was not very good, a bit too dry and not really fresh (so do order it only for lunch). No service charge but be generous with tips...

A cleaned up, idealized version of an english pub this is not...the Newman Arms is a dive in the absolute best sense of the word. Tiny, a bit dingy, with a somewhat limited selection of beers and liquors...but the sort of pub you walk in to and immediately feel at home in. Maybe not worth going out of your way to visit, but if you walk by and it's open (or if you're staying at the Charlotte Street Hotel, literally steps away), it's not to be missed

This is one of the restaurants included in our Soho Tour and I loved this place because it is quaint, small and old! What a great find! The food is simple pub food but it is tasty. A great place to meet friends.

Would have been a nice place to finish our London Restaurant Festival Soho tour, but was left gagging in the downstairs bar by the smell emanating from the Gents toilet. Fortunately the upstairs restaurant was pong free but the prospect of food by that point...

Went here for lunch before a trip to to the British Museum. A cozy place, down a side street the fare is appears to be standard pub grub, but with a few twists a strong tie to local producers. We settled this day for a...

I came here before and it was sensational. Fantastic food and great little unpretentious setting. Booked in a few weeks ago for a return meal as my parents were coming down to London and showed up for our reservation only to see a torn down,...

There's never more than about 10 things on the menu and they repeat a lot so deep fried pink potatoes, variations on celeriac risotto and Cornish mackerel reappear regularly. But these are so tasty you'd go for them once a week for the rest of...

Just as well it was a nice night as the pub is small and cosy. A few seats inside and standing room on the pavement. The staff were friendly and efficient and the drinks reasonable priced. good atmosphere on a Friday night

Up the staircase from a small pub bar is the Newman Arms restaurant: a small cosy wood-lined place. We went for Sunday lunch and it was superb. A perfect piece of roast beef and excellent veg. Small section of starters and puds: everything we had...

We were a table of 5. The service was great and the food was absolutely fantastic. The only thing that could be improved is the portion size, as it was so mouthwateringly good we all agreed about a third more would have made it perfect.

A group of us visited recently. We had the set menu , duck hearts interesting and glad we tried them but too many and bread very oily. Felt it needed another flavour and we talked about what as we're foodies but didn't come up with...

Just been here for a business lunch. Food was amazing (you will need to get the waiter/waitress to explain what most of the items are) and the beer is excellent!

Food all sourced in the county of Cornwall, served with style and confidence. The downstairs bar, and for that matter the first floor restaurant, were rather dark - the smell of the stairs was rather rum and off-putting. The waiting staff were terrific - clearly...

Having had my second lunch at The Newman Arms, I'm in a state of culinary bliss. Using only fine Cornish produce, the kitchen creates food that can only be described as beautiful. The choice (at lunch) is limited but what choices: lamb kidneys on toast...

Not the most inviting exterior but worth the trip inside and upstairs. I have a bigger cupboard in my house than the kitchen here at the top of the stairs. Because the kitchen is small, the menu choice is also small. The quality of the...

Hearing that the popular Newman Arms pub in Fitzrovia had recently changed hands I was excited to find the small upstairs dining room is now home to The Cornwall Project. It already had a well established local reputation for first class pies, so to find...

We had the best meat pie ever at the Newman Arms, which has just closed its doors and is relocating. What a pity - it was such a charming little room up above the pub and a very convenient location near Oxford street. They are...

We had a wonderful meal here just before Christmas and the staff were so welcoming and friendly. We were shocked to discover that the Newman Arms has been sold to developers. They are relocating in Stoke Newington in the middle of nowhere no underground anywhere....

I paid my first visit here recently and found that the restaurant's reputation as being THE place for a traditional pie was richly deserved. The food was fantastic, and the house wine very good too. Bags of atmosphere and lots of diners. The fact that...

I visit London at least once a year - and for the last decade (or perhaps even longer) I make certain to have at least one lunch or dinner at The Pie Room.

Better than advertised. Place was packed and we were able to get a quick table before it was really late. They do take reservations, so if you remember - make one! Service was great and really quick. Beef and Guinness along with Lamb and Rosemary...

After looking around the web, decided that this was the one - my Dads loves his pies!! The only unfortunate thing about this pub is the narrow staircase to the first floor which is difficult with elderly parents, but worth it!! The service was really...

My fiance and I were visiting friends in London (we're from Los Angeles, CA) and they wanted to take us out for a traditional English dinner. A lot of people warned me about English food saying it wasn't good at all. So I wasn't expecting...

We were connecting with friends for a twilight supper and wanted to case out the Arms before we trotted upstairs to sample the fabled pies. A pub is essentially a room, or perhaps two or three, in which conviviality is dispensed via alcohol and a...

Went there specially to have Typical English Pie. The food v good, but not to remember. One of the waitress was unfriendly.

One of my favourite places to eat in central London! Great selection of British and more exotic pies and bread and butter pudding?? What's better than that?

We arrived at the peak of the lunch hour rush. Although no seating was available in the upstairs pie room. They gladly served us downstairs in the pub area. If it's as busy as when we went, prepare to wait. But trust me, it's well...

We got there before they were serving dinner upstairs, so we had a pint downstairs while we waited. We didn't feel out of place. When we arrived upstairs for our pie, our waitress made us feel welcome. I had the steak and Guinness pie and...

Reviewed before but nothing changed and not in a good, but in a fantastic way. Pies great and will go again and again. Not 5* because a) no cheese for pudding and b) IT'S TOO CHEAP!

I thoroughly enjoyed my first visit to this excellent little pub last night and had a wonderfully cooked pie and desert. Staff were very attentive and downstairs was everything a small West End pub should be. Upstairs was cramped and the loos grotty (which is...

I was invited here to meet up with a couple of old colleagues for a catch up. Of course, I looked it up on TripAdvisor before we met and was therefore expecting good things from the reviews I read. I wasn't disappointed. It was a...

My wife was craving a savory pie, so we braved the crowded smoke-filled bar, and found the secret staircase to pie heaven. What we found turned out to be one of the best meals we had in London, and it fit my wife's craving exactly....

Don't even think of comparing the pies from Newman Arms with any other London pub....this is the "holy grail!!!" If the puff pastry piecap doesn't draw gasps of wonderment....the smooth savory gravied steak & kidney morsels will bring smiles of total satisfaction. Yes, these pies...

My son and husband had been here on a previous trip to London and insisted we try it. They offer pot pies (really a puff pastry topping on a ramekin of yummy stew) and something called a suet pie which none of us tried -...

Had a lamb pie and a leek and chicken suet pie. SKIP the regular pies and do the suet pudding pie. OMG, it was the best pot pie I have ever had and I will not likely have a better one. Moist and flavorful, I...

I've had lunch here many a time but never got around to giving it a review. I don't know why because it never fails. Anyway yesterday's lunch deserved a shout out. Partly because its the first Pulled Pork Pie I've ever had and secondly because...

Found this by chance, not really the romantic lunch I had planned, we arrived at last knockings, so I suppose you get leftovers!!!!!!! The pies were fresh and very hot, but the vegetables comprised of two small new potatoes, broad beans which had been counted...

We were visiting London as tourists and were recommended to this restaurant from a US family member. Locals would probably have no problem finding this place but as tourist was a little challenging. I'd recommend not getting off of Tottenham until you are close to...

Finally found a pub that makes delicious meat pies with flaky crusts that melt and help create a richer and creamier pie. The Pie Rooms offerings are what meat pies should be. Had the beef and heinekin pie while I sampled my wife's organic lamb...

Every time I come to London I try to have at least one of the special pies offered here. You can also select one of the classical English pies. The room is very small (10 tables) and very popular, so do reserve if you want...

The Newman Arms is a fantastic little pub. Upstairs it does food or more accurately, pies. Its a small room with pies, so its 'the Pie Room'. 5 choices with a crust, similar number as suet puddings and when I went in, a special of...

The Pie Room is upstairs from The Newman Arms. Its a small restaurant, but we were there on a Monday and didn't have any difficulty getting a table. The server is extremely friendly and willing to give opinions about what to try. We both had...

Pies the way they should be - great fillings topped with a big puff pastry lid - crisp on top with that great soggy bit closer to the filling. Love that they do specials too. The sticky toffee pudding is a highlight too. The vegetables...

I love a good pie, but for me a real pie has a pastry base and top. It’s not a casserole with a pastry lid, which is what is on offer here! Nonetheless, we decided to give them a try after seeing the rave reviews,...

I went here for my work Christmas party and was thoroughly impressed. We had some lovely little canapés to start but the real star of the show were the gorgeous pies. They had a choice of puff pastry and suet pies. I went for puff...

Delicious pies, great cider and wonderful service by our English waitress made this a very memorable meal, make sure to book ahead and give it a try when in London.

I called them in order to book for 3 adults and one kid. They said it was fine and accepted my booking. When I arrived to the pub downstairs they said, they dont have license for kids but when I said I had a reservation,...

The pie was very good. I wouldn't say it is the best pie I have ever had (my boyfriend actually said mine was better!!!) but it was very good. The atmosphere was nice the staff were good. It was a very relaxing evening. I would...

Have dined here many times when in London and the pies are reliably good. Just love the lamb and rosemary--flaky light crust and lots of flavor. Nothing but pies so come prepared to eat pie! Bread pudding was okay--not one of the best I have...

I'm still dreaming about our meal here. The only negative thing I can say about it is that they had run out of the Lamb and Rosemary Pie when were there, so my husband and I both had the Guinness and Steak Pie. It was...

This is a well established pie house and continues to meet the mark. Downstairs bar and some seating but the "Pie Room" is upstairs. We arrived and the pie room was extremely warm but we opened a window and all was much more commodious. Delicious...

Went on aTuesday night with family. The pies and puddings are as good as you will find anywhere in London. Add to that great beer in the Pub downstairs and you have a fantastic evening out which is also terrific value for money. If you...

The pies are newman arms are so ridiculously tasty. All of the people in my group had a different pie so we could try as many as possible. Unfortunately I didn't get to try any suet pies, but I plan to go back for that....

The best pot pies in London. I had visited this restaurant while studying abroad 8 years ago and the pies are as amazing as I remember. The pies are served in a small pie room above the pub. It can get quite busy, so book...

Just returned from lunch at the Newmans Arms after having the steak & kidney pie which was tasty and really filling. May try the suet puddings the next time we are in London! Friendly and efficient staff. The pie room which is quite small does...

Because it is so multicultural, It can be surprisingly tricky to find authentic English food in London. There are plenty of pubs, of course, but many of them are part of the widespread Taylor Walker chain (which feels a bit fake to me.) If you're...

July 19, 2013 Ok so I didnt get to eat in the Pie Room but I refuse to skip reviewing this Pub. This Pub is the best pub in London for a variety of reasons. First off, any pub with a photo of George Orwell...

This was near the apartment we rented while in London. The place is small, holds less than 20 people, I think we were the only tourists in the place. The pies were excellent the Beef in Guiness and the Chicken in the pepper cream were...

The Newman Arms (founded in the 1730s): An accidental find in the London neighborhood of Fitzrovia (23 Rathbone Street, off Charlotte Street, just off Tottenham Court Road, a short walk from that tube station). Out walking the neighborhood near our hotel, I found this great...

This small room above the pub is a real find just a walk away from the chain eateries of Oxford Street and Soho. The menu is limited to savoury pies and puddings but there is some virtue in providing well cooked and filling food. 3...

This was the best traditional British meal we had over our trip. In the second floor of Newman Arms is "The Pie Room," a very small quaint restaurant that serves pies. If I remember correctly my pie was a special and it was the lamb...

Nothing more comforting than a lovely meat pie and those at the Pie Room are wondrous. Go. Especially if you're a Yank, go.

We have been to the Pie room a number of times for lunch. Each time is holds up to our dreams of perfectly done pies but the suets puddings have taken me by storm. The stilton and mushroom is so tasty. The bread and butter...

Reared on Puddings and Pies so we just had to try this place while in London for the day. The Kate and Sydney Pudding was one of the best I have ever had and my Gran used to make some great ones. Loved the Pub...

I have been there a few times with colleagues. I have had veg pies and chicken pie. Loved the food. Loved ales available. The only issue is less space. They can do with more seating. We have failed to get booking friday lunch times unless...

Everyone loves the pies here, but in case you don't have the time or the money to spare, they also serve toasties in the bar downstairs. Clientele and bar staff v friendly

Two dear friends in London took me to the Newman Arms last December. From my first visit I was enchanted by the cozy first floor (upstairs) Pie Room with its burning fireplace. It is my new favorite London restaurant. I have made five additional visits...

early evening dinner tonight on a hot London evening. The London Pride is served at a perfect temperature, and the pies are proper pies with real meat, fish and pastry. My husband had the steak and kidney and I had the fish pie which was...

I had occasion to take a foreign visitor who is a business colleague out for lunch. He demanded, because he is that sorta guy, we go to one of your quaint Englishman pubs. I want the famous pint and a pie I hear people talk...

We'd all had bad weeks but all I can say is that the silky smooth and perfectly flavoured beef and guinness pie accompanied by a nice pint of Harvey's meant that we all cheered up pretty quickly. Even our veggie friend was happy . This...

Have been here a few times and always find the same things: - Pie is great - Service is great - Pub downstairs is great

This is a hidden gem, so near to Oxford Street, that I have had the pleasure of visiting on many occassions. It never fails to leave me very happy and very full! There are only pies on offer (oh and excellent desserts), with 2 types...

I hesitated before writing this review because there are a small and dwindling number of good pubs in the West End that haven't been made up and dumbed down to appeal to the tourist trade; I would hate to see the Newman Arms be over-run...

Went last Friday evening and was so happy I booked a table as it was completely heaving. If the twelve pies on offer daily are not enough then there are 2 pies of the day as well. Mine was the Dragon Pie with chili beef...

Being a Northerner I have a bit of a fondness for pies and this place came highly-recommended.Certainly wasn't disappointed. A fine selection of pies and savoury puds - including the steak and kidney which I went for. Excellent. The bill came to £40 a head,...

We were really looking forward to eating dinner here as I've heard their pies are excellent. I was also quite excited as they offer a gluten free option for my daughter with Celiac. We arrived at The Newman Arms with our teenage children and were...

We went looking for a great pie and found a place that sells almost nothing but pies. Tucked away in a small street in the centre of London this is a gem. In a dedicated small room in this nearly 300 year old pub we...

A wonderful Dining experience. Mouthwatering pies with super thick crusts and perfectly cooked vegetables. Lovely winter warming puddings to die for. I shall certainly be back for more. It is very small so you have to book.

We found this place on Yelp. We had a couple misses for dinner during our stay in London so we gave this a try. We ordered the beef & Guiness pie and the steak and kidney pudding. Both dishes were fantastic. The service was outstanding....

Awesome pub with great beer, spectacular traditional pies & puddings. Service was very good as well. Been back twice in as many days.

The Pie Room @ the Newman Arms is a tiny little surprise. The small upstairs room above the traditional British pub offers a variety of pies (and serves only pies) for those looking for a traditional British meal. Because I am not British, I cannot...

At the entrance we thouth that we were not gone find something good. Old building and furniture, not so many people at the Pub. At the Pie Room (first floor) , small room , but almost all tables were full. But the surprise came when...

My girl and I stumbled upon this place by accident, all I wanted was a pint and Brenda wanted food....again. What a surprise!! Up the wee stairs to a small dining area and expectations weren't high. Were we wrong?!?!? I had the veal pie and...

This restaurant was recommended by London natives as serving traditional English pie. The restaurant is upstairs from the pub and quite small. The weeknight evening we were there was also quite noisy, but not so that you couldn't carry on a conversation. The menu is...

I go to London periodically for business, and I love to stop at the Newman Arms pie room, a cozy space at the top floor of a pub. For £10, you can get a delicious pie (and don't forget the traditional British desserts, which I...