The Lamb in West Oxfordshire

Just walked in. Delicious food and drinks. Hospitable

We enjoyed a fabulous Sunday roast at The Lamb. The friendly service, beers on tap and cosy, warm atmosphere added to our overall enjoyment of such a delicious meal too!

As a wheelchair user a touch more sensitivity would have been helpful bearing in mind I had been clear when I booked. I am aware that The Lamb’s USP means that it is as accessible as it can be. Eg the toilets require use of stairs.

Really delicious food and cozy athmosphere. Recommend to go. :)

Staff are always welcoming and serve you quickly. It is a cosy and comfortable pub with great atmosphere

Used to drink here in the late eighties and it doesn’t seem to have changed at all. Really old world pub all wood and glass panels. Managed to snatch the small (8seat) nook in one corner. Right by the bar making it easy to order our drinks. Youngs beer still tasting good. Ladies had a dry rose wine and all went down very well. Peanuts and crisps all good but add up to an expensive round 🤣 Sat around for a couple of hours making it a very pleasant experience. Didn’t try food this time. Great old style pub. Will return again. Ps Lambs Conduit Street is worth a visit all on its own great shops, restaurants and just a small very smart street 😁

Young’s original light&balanced ◯

We had made a lunch reservation but it wasn’t very busy on a Wednesday, so we didn’t need it. The atmosphere was great, the bartender was friendly and the food was delicious. Highly recommend!

Great pub with great service and ambience

A great time in a very nice pub The service is very cool. Ilan is very friendly.

I’d not visited The Lamb tor many years and was glad to find it was still the same charming and characterful pub I remembered. It has a reasonable selection of beers on tap and a solid menu of decent pub food. We had a few snacks from the menu, of which the cauliflower croquettes were our favourite. Service from Nikki was excellent. Will make sure to return in the near future.

We were welcomed warmly on a very busy night at The Lamb. After a pint, we were able to secure a table. Nikki was so gracious in spite of the rush. The scotch eggs ( our first ever) were so tasty. The meat pies and risotto satisfied us greatly. For our first trip to London, this was one of our many highlights. What a fun treat to hear the history of The Lamb as well. Be sure to visit this wonderful pub!

Very good experience The food is very good

Cosy old pub.good beer.didnt have any food but looked good.

We had great wine and delicious food!

Very nice atmosphere and the chicken pie was absolutely amazing!

One can’t ask for anything more, especially the friendliness and courtesy of the great people who work here. I plan a stop for a roast at the Lamb every time I am in London and will continue to do so!

Cute pub with no music policy but still has a lovely atmosphere.

I came on the recommendation of a friend who used to live in the area twenty years ago, and I'm happy to see it's still as good as he said it used to be. Very friendly service, lively neighborhoodly atmosphere, and great beef bourguignon and apple & rhubarb crumble. Props to Nikki for recommending a beer that went great with the food.

Classic (listed?) Youngs pub with surviving snob screens

Great food and atmosphere! Definitely a must in London pubs!

Atmosphere and setting typical of what you would expect from a pub. Soft lighting and traditional meal.

Great Sunday roast on a cold winter evening. There weren't many places open and serving so we were pleased to find this place and then delighted with the food and super friendly service. Can't fault any aspect of it.

Very dark & I was very drunk. Visited after going next door for Italian.

Service, incredibly welcoming, warm and hilarious vibe !!! You must attend !!!

Visited in mid-January 2025. Such an amazing pub! Lovely Victorian interior with great bitters and food and a really nice staff! Returned for multiple visits as it was close to my hotel.

Excellent little pub an unexpected find but most welcome loved it

Such a great place, I always make a point of dropping by if in town as it was my father’s local back in the 50’s when he lived in London as a young professional for a few years. Warm, friendly and inviting with lovingly maintained souvenirs from yesteryear. I hope it continues to be maintained faithfully into the future. Cheers!

My new fav pub in London! Lovely service. Staff really attentive. Roast is perfection

Nice pub with flair, very friendly service, good food and not a tourist hot spot, which was very pleasant.

Amazing, had our Christmas lunch here and the food was amazing!

Place of 10, the attention is spectacular, the food is very good. Top!

A wonderful Christmas lunch at this beautiful pub. Service was delightful and the meal was delicious. The staff are sassy and friendly, we popped in here on our wedding day…it is that good!

Such a great pub with the most amazing staff ❤️

very good pub. nice cidar and the staff is very cool.

IT WAS PACKED ON A FRIDAY NIGHT!

Great place for a Sunday roast in a traditional London pub. Very generous portions and attentive friendly service. Thank you!

Excellent evening beer in a popular pub. Staff doing a great job at a busy time.

Our Christmas dinner was not what we expected unfortunately. Beef was incredibly tough and the custard on the desert was like milk. Great guys who served us though

Great Xmas party at the lamb last night. Big thank you to the staff who were incredibly helpful and supportive.

Proper pub - gets very busy as all good pubs do, wide range of ales incl Traditional English Ale (TEA) for you hogsback brewery fans. Not much food on offer except some sausage rolls

Excellent pub, lovely food, friendly service, thoroughly enjoyable experience

Visited this lovely historic pub yesterday with friends . The staff were great when we popped in for a drink at midday . However, when we returned after our lunch the Pub Manager ( bearded gentleman) was exceptionally rude and difficult because he did want us standing at the bar in a less packed section of the pub . Had there been any room elsewhere we would have moved . He sadly lacked any customer skills and was quite threatening.

Absolutely great Roast Dinner at The Lamb. Couldn't fault the food or the staff! Only dropped a star on Service as we weren't told that table was upstairs until we arrived and we had one member of the group that found this a bit troublesome. Otherwise, an excellent experience.

10 of us had our Christmas party at the Lamb last Saturday (December 7th). We were blown away by how fantastic the service was and how much attention we were given considering how busy it was. The cauliflower soup and the Christmas pudding were excellent. All wines we tasted were great. Would highly recommend. It is not easy to serve a table of 10, in December, in a packed pub. We were very grateful.

Perfect Young's pub. We sat upstairs in the restaurant, decor was lovely and the food was delicious. Possibly the best roast I've had. Across the group we had one of each; Chicken, Beef, Pork Belly and Vegetarian Wellington and all were incredible. Service fast and friendly too.

absolute disgrace. The way we were treated by the staff was appalling. Avoid. The worst pub I've ever visited. The Perseverance is lovely.

We've had our team Christmas lunch at The Lamb two years in a row now. The food is fantastic, and the service is so friendly and accommodating. They handle a large group really well!

Amazing! The best roast I ever had!! And the team was super nice. We had a great time!

The Lamb is a quintessential British pub located a short walk from Russell Square, making it easily accessible for both locals and visitors. The ambience is inviting, with charming Victorian decor and a hidden garden for alfresco dining. The service is notably prompt, ensuring that patrons feel well taken care of. Their appetizers are particularly delicious, featuring seasonal British dishes that are both hearty and flavorful. This pub is an excellent spot for socializing, attracting a diverse crowd looking to unwind after work or enjoy a casual meal. With its central location and warm atmosphere, The Lamb stands out as a must-visit destination in London for anyone seeking a classic pub experience

Great little place. Didn't eat here as a late visit

I had the pleasure of enjoying a Sunday roast , and it was an absolutely delightful experience! The ambience was warm and inviting, creating the perfect setting for a cozy meal. Our server was incredibly friendly and helpful, that made the visit even more enjoyable. The food was delicious on an authentic take on a classic roast. The portions were impressively generous,. Overall, a lovely and authentic experience I’d highly recommend!

The service was great and very friendly. The atmosphere was pleasant a typical. We ordered sunday roasts. The pork belly and beef were dry. The chicken was good.

Perfect Sunday roast and trimmings.

Love the Lamb! Food was so good. My favourite traditional pub

On our first visit, we ordered roasted chicken for Sunday. And fish and chips. Both were great. On our last visit, we wanted roasted beef. However, it was so thick that we couldn't eat it. They brought a few more soft pieces, and we were able to eat half of them, the ones that were soft enough to eat. In summary, I never recommend choosing beef. They're not good at meat. But the chicken is great, the atmosphere is great, the team is great.

Really great place for a Sunday Roast. We got the sharing roast which was delicious and more than enough food. Staff were super attentive and friendly, especially Charles.

One of the most decent and nice pubs in the area, which is not so close to city center. The food was delicious and the staff very warm and friendly. Highly recommend it, for the beer the food and the atmosphere...

I went to The Lamb this evening for a beer and was very impressed. The atmosphere was quiet, with a local clientele, without tourists (except me), which made the experience even more authentic. The girl who served me was nice and kind, adding a personal touch to the service. The pub has a charm that reflects its history, and allowed me to have an authentic London pub experience. It's a shame I didn't try the cuisine, but I can say I left very satisfied. Advised!

We stayed at the Lamb Inn for 2 nights in September whilst attending a friends wedding. We paid just under £300 for 2 nights. It was expensive for the size of the room, which was extremely small. There were also no mirrors in the room, just a small one in the bathroom, so it was really hard to get ready for a wedding - girls I’m sure you’ll understand my pain! We had dinner in the restaurants one of the nights. Couldn’t fault it, really good steak! Would return to eat, but not to stay.

Proper old pub. No music or machines just good, honest food and nice beer with good service

Cozy pub, great atmosphere, well-kept, fast service, good drinks and really tasty food (hot pot), I can really recommend it. Thank you Molly for the attentive, friendly and fast service, I was looked after very nicely and I would be happy to come back.

Great ambiance, marked down as the options for a vegetarian are limited by 2024 standards but everything ok offer seemed excellent

Wonderful pub. Great selection of beers on. Club for supporters on game days which is just so charming. Staff are always brilliant too.

Revisiting soon . Great pub for staff.

Really nice pub roast in the heart of London. We’ll definitely be back.

"Semi-regular" diners at The Lamb following visits to the British Museum..We always enjoy our visits to The Lamb. A favourite haunt.

Great traditional pub and v good chips

Five of us enjoyed a splendid meal, along with a few pints of Youngs Special, in the privacy of the snug, served by the lovely Molly and William. A fabulous afternoon

Food and service absolutely first class. Roast was fabulous!

Everything about this pub is excellent. The food, atmosphere, the staff, everything is top notch. You can tell the team have a great rapport. They remembered us after our visit the day before. Nothing is too much bother for them. It’s a great traditional London pub. Lots of local people seem to use it which is again testimony to its charm for you to want to return. It’s best to book but they will always try to accommodate. And it’s fab that it’s open everyday til late. It has become our favourite pub in London. The chefs also need a special mention. You guys know how to please a crowd with your Sunday lunches. Oh. And the decor. We sat under the Victorian duke box! Next time we will inspect the photos and other artifacts a little more. The selection of ales - great! Whoever visits - you will not be disappointed. .

Nice pub. Great food. Nice calm atmosphere and excellent staff. Well worth a visit or three

We held a reunion upstairs in the Lamb. The staff were friendly, efficient and so helpful at all stages of planning and hosting our event. Would definitely use the Lamb again. Thank you so much!

Tucked away in a quiet, off-the-beaten-path area, this pub offers a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. The fish and chips were excellent – crispy, with tender, flavorful fish inside, and paired perfectly with mushy peas and tartar sauce. A pint alongside made the meal even better. The barman was good-natured and friendly, adding to the overall relaxed vibe. Whether for a quick drink or a leisurely lunch, this pub is a fantastic choice. Highly recommended!

Food was amazing and service friendly , Sunday Roast recommend, best roast in central London for friends and family

A nice old historic pub which I believe was frequented by many actors and actresses over many decades and I understand that John Hurt enjoyed a visit here. My friend and I went here for a few pints, it was rather cold and not really welcoming so wrap up well! - the staff need cheering up too, so pay a visit and keep engaging with them to make them smile. It will warm up the atmosphere no end !

In my Top 3 Sunday Roasts. Warm and welcoming staff, delicious food, charming location.

Lovely boozer near Russell Square tube. Empire bar upstairs was our venue for mates 50th birthday party. Theres a little beer garden downstairs as well. Can get a little busy but thats the beauty of this pub you get to meet and know lots of different people from all walks of life.

Took visiting cousins from US. Disappointed with the menu and poor service. Mid week lunch and pub was not busy. Chosen by my son, l would have opted for the Italian restaurant next door.

Amazing Sunday roast! First time visiting and the staff was helpful, accommodating to allergies and very welcoming to our out of town guests. Food was incredible! Amazing gluten free dish and chips and our party tried a number of the roasts all of which were devoured. Great sized portions - very generous. And the best cauliflower cheese we’d had in a long time. Would recommend if you’re in central London and looking for a cozy pub which isn’t a pricey tourist trap - but its own wonderful vibe!

Great venue for a party friendly service nice food very accommodating

typical pub-type place, with tasty cuisine… the staff is definitely friendly, attentive and helpful; good price in terms of quality/price ratio

Be warned this a Male gay pub with grafic nude pictures of men in the bar and drawrings in the rooms, and is not sutable for children. Food was Ok but expensive,so where the rooms wich where very small(you couldent get a chair in them) very tight,and our freinds room had the shower in the room with clear screens. You can see by the photo on this websight what i mean.Breakfast was supose to be included, they charge me £12 a head for full English not on the websight so a con. Would i stay and eat here again a definate NOOOO.

Lovely pub on the delightful Lambs Conduit Street in Bloomsbury, an area full of history. Very beautiful interior and exterior features. Come when it's quiet for a good nose around. Well kept Youngs ales and guest ales.

Thanks for an enjoyable lunch. Excellent Victorian Pub in superb location. Squeezed my wheelchair in. Service, staff, food, drink and cost top drawer. Aim to return soon and explore the area .

Nice pub, friendly staff but very crowded and noisy.

Had a lovely Sunday roast,sticky toffee pudding with a great Guinness and a bloody Mary,staff were very helpful,good service and really nice pub and atmosphere.

Nice gaff with all the accoutrements expected of an English boozer. Great food and exceptional service. Oh and a nice wee sugar bowl

Nice old pub with good food, last night we stopped in for dinner. Rarebit snack was very tasty and highly recommended, mains were the sea bass and the liver and bacon (both very good in tastes) the claret red wine was very smooth. Very happy with our dinner, looking forward to returning at the weekend for Sunday lunch

Roast was fantastic, the pub atmosphere was fantastic as well!

Nice enough pub with a quaint courtyard garden. But the food is unremarkable and I was shocked to pay £4.90 for 1/2 a lime and lemonade 😱

Lovely place. Mina was really helpful and made us feel special

Incredible experience here our first night in London. The atmosphere felt like transporting back in time to experience classic old London in the most beautiful setting. Food was fantastic. The highlight had to be our bartender & server Ralph who couldn't have been more delightful to engage with. Highly recommended!

Truly was a wonderful place, food was a delight but the service was certainly heartwarming. A young man named Mina made sure my experience at the lamb was one to be remembered, as his friendly smile and confidence in serving me made my food far better than it would have been without him. Props to that young man!

Just had a drink before dining elsewhere. Great atmosphere. Proudly placed as a ' traditional english pub'; very busy .

As it was 20 years ago, decent beer and a cute courtyard

Went with members of the Rochester Pickwick Club for lunch as this pub had been frequented by Charles Dickens. Everything was excellent which finished our day perfectly as we had visited the Charles Dickens museum round the corner, where he had also lived.

Booked 2 nights at £145 per night breakfast included. Website says 10 recently refurbished rooms not sure when that was written but must have been years ago as its in thorough need of a refurbishment and deep clean. Arrived to be told continental breakfast included cooked breakfast extra which was not stated when booking. continental was rubbish cereals toast fruit no meat or cheese so not continental. Room was tiny and the tiniest toilet cubicle knees touch the wall. no separate bathroom glass shower in bedroom so no privacy main door to block banging shut all night so keeped being woken up( someone complained about door a year ago so obviously a good night sleep for the guests is not a priority for the owners complain about door again so let's see if fixed. Summary Room not worth £145 Need to be clear on breakfast Would i stay here again no.

Really nice Sunday roast. It was a bit quiet when we arrived at noon but it seemed like things were picking up. Very atmospheric old pup that I'll look forward to coming back to

Lovely Victorian pub, beautiful decor. Friendly staff.