Truckles of Pied Bull Yard in Camden

Shocking service 14:00 on the 19 Oct) Went to bar to order, was told that she would come and take my order from the table. Said I'd be sat outside. Waited more than 15 minutes. Nobody came to take my.order but waitresses did come outside to deliver an order more than once. They could have seen I was waiting and taken my order, but didn't. Went back inside and explained to same lady behind the bar nobody came. She seemed non-plussed, didn't want to look me in the eye and more or less shrugged her shoulders. Spoke to another waitress hanging around and told asked her what she'd been doing and that she'd been outside and not come to my table. Was told they were very short staffed. However the place wasn't that busy. A group of 5 outside having a beer (no food) and party of 8 having a b'day party outside. But they'd finished ordering their food and drinks and were just doing the bday cake. Then there was another gentleman inside who'd already eaten and was actually ready to go and another table of 4. I saw at least 3 staff. So hardly short staff. Let's have the explanation...

Shocking service 14:00 on the 19 Oct) Went to bar to order, was told that she would come and take my order from the table. Said I'd be sat outside. Waited more than 15 minutes. Nobody came to take my.order but waitresses did come outside to deliver an order more than once. They could have seen I was waiting and taken my order, but didn't. Went back inside and explained to same lady behind the bar nobody came. She seemed non-plussed, didn't want to look me in the eye and more or less shrugged her shoulders. Spoke to another waitress hanging around and told asked her what she'd been doing and that she'd been outside and not come to my table. Was told they were very short staffed. However the place wasn't that busy. A group of 5 outside having a beer (no food) and party of 8 having a b'day party outside. But they'd finished ordering their food and drinks and were just doing the bday cake. Then there was another gentleman inside who'd already eaten and was actually ready to go and another table of 4. I saw at least 3 staff. So hardly short staff. Let's have the explanation...

Popped in for a glass of wine and a small bite. The staff were happy to discuss the wine list to find something that I'd like, service was prompt and polite. We only got the small plates between us, but they came fresh and quickly. Being tucked just off the main street gave a really lovely, sheltered atmosphere, to sit outside, even as the weather was grey and uninspiring.

My wife and I tried to order and enjoy a meal here. This establishment could not lift this task. Our drinks did not arrive and suddenly to plates were in front of us. Well, it looked like food but the stuff on the plates was definately not prepared by a trained chef. It was incredible awfull. We left…thank god.

I came here for lunch today, the food was outstanding.. the place looks amazing, the staff are incredibly friendly and really helpful.. highly recommend it to others to visit as well. Will be visiting again

Generally service is great. I lost my phone and the staff couldn’t have done more for me. The bar staff were fantastic, the manager immediately stepped in to help, just genuinely lovely people.

Been here a couple of times now, with work, and it's very nice. Good range of beer. Great staff. And the food looks good, but haven't tried it myself. Left my bag there on Tuesday and they kept out back for me and were great about it. Recommend

Head chef great bloke - Victor I think his name?

Truckles in London provided an exceptional experience during our recent work event. The venue, nestled in a charming location, offered a delightful blend of indoor comfort and outdoor ambiance. The buffet spread was diverse and delectable, featuring a variety of dishes that catered to everyone's tastes. From savory appetizers to gourmet mains and decadent desserts, each item was expertly prepared and beautifully presented. What truly set Truckles apart was their attentive table service. The staff were courteous and efficient, ensuring that every guest felt attended to throughout the event. They seamlessly accommodated requests and kept the tables well-stocked with drinks and refreshments. The outdoor setting added a unique charm to the occasion, allowing us to enjoy the pleasant weather while networking and socializing. The venue's ambiance was further enhanced by its cozy atmosphere and tasteful decor, creating a welcoming environment for our team gathering. Overall, Truckles provided a memorable experience with its delicious buffet, impeccable table service, and charming ambiance. It's an ideal choice for hosting corporate events or social gatherings in London, combining quality food with excellent hospitality.

I found Truckles while mooching around looking for somewhere to have a light late lunch one sunny afternoon after visiting an exhibition at the British Museum. Situated in one of those quiet squares off the main drag, this is one of several establishments offering food, a spin-off from a long established wine merchant, with tables in or outside. I’ve noticed that menus offering small plates and large plates has become a thing - great idea, suits me well. I opted for a smoked salmon tart - think those must have run out as I got slices of sourdough - with good smoked salmon, cucumber strips, and, a revelation to me, a lacing of chilli oil. Who’d have known this would be so good? I have, since I returned home, taken to sweet chilli sauce with my smoked salmon. I opted for a glass of Vinho Verde to accompany this - along with fizzy water - absolutely delicious - a perfect summer afternoon. All this, combined with very friendly service, led to a most pleasant experience which I hope to repeat before too long.

Had a work function here last night, was able to open a tab which made things a lot simpler. Drinks and service was great, a guy being trained but kept up really well.

Absolute gem of a place! The wines are exceptional as you would expect from Davys Wine Bars & Restaurants. There were 42 of us booked in for a reunion lunch, which you would expect to cause the odd problem with serving etc. No need to worry. The staff are exceptional, and serving 20 odd steaks perfectly cooked is no mean feet! Every single one of us had the most fantastic afternoon, and we could not thank the owner and staff enough. A definite 5 stars!

Organised a few drinks & snacks here and the staff went above and beyond. We were quite a large group and we served promptly, with a smile and nothing was too much of a hassle. Food was good, beer was good, wine was good... no complaints from anyone! Big shout out to the manager on duty (I forget her name) and one of the servers Margaret made a glowing impression with the party! Thank you and we'll certainly be back!

Had a meal and a few drinks here with some friends. Wonderful food and wonderful service, would return in a heartbeat!

Lovely afternoon with excellent service and very tasty food 😊

Didn't actually eat here but enjoyed a drink or two. Great layout , atmospheric bar downstairs. Super friendly and helpful manager called Aaron. Tis would be a perfect venue for a party

Just held a private party here (about 140/150 people over course of day) and couldn’t have asked for a better venue. 1. Food (selection of small bites) was fantastic. I thought the price was reasonable for what was provided and it helps that they have their own kitchen and chef (some bars have to get outside catering) so food is included within minimum spend allowance. Good selection of vegetarian options included. 2. The space is amazing as it has sufficient indoor and outdoor space to deal with any weather. When the sun came out, guests moved outside to the large courtyard and commented it had a very European relaxed feel. In the later evening we moved downstairs for dancing. 3. Location is very central and easy to find/get to by public transport but also feels tucked away and hidden from the noise and bustle of central London. 4. Drinks were very reasonable / good value for money, if you buy wine by the bottle in particular and the drinks service was very good throughout the day and evening. We paid for most of the bar all day and was pleased with how far the budget stretched for so many people. 5. Service from Arran (manager) and the team and general communication was very good throughout, I felt like they were very focussed on making sure the day went well. Was very touched that we had a personal call from the chef days before the event to reassure us that everything was under control with food. Drinks came out quickly and the staff were attentive and responsive throughout. All in all, am delighted with the whole experience and wouldn’t hesitate to book again. A real hidden gem. Thank you!!

Great space outside, ok selection of beers. This is one of the pubs that tries to get you to pay a tip over and above the service charge by leaving you on a tip page where there is no option to decline. It's hidden under some menu. Please avoid this pub if they don't get rid of this practice.

A charming restaurant and wine bar with a lovely location and wonderful staff, who go above and beyond

Been 6 years since I’ve been here as a culinary student, came back for the fish and chips and I must say, still as good as I remembered 6 years later. Highly recommended as a spot for a quick pint and awesome food as well. Try the fish & chips!

Truckles is an extremely likeable bar and restaurant, hidden away between office buildings by Bloomsbury Square. The staff are *exceptionally* friendly and helpful and their positive outlook sets this place apart. As a fairly regular customer, I can honestly say I’ve not had a bad meal or drink there. It’s a real go-to place for quiet meetings during the day. In the evening it can get quite noisy. Outdoor seating.

Truckles is the best!! I am here 5 times a week and love it would recommend every time

Cozy but quite hidden place. Definitely worth a visit.

What a lovely bar! Glad to come across it after my visit to the British Museum. Staff were very friendly and very much enjoyed my glass of wine

Amazing food and fantastic atmosphere, the manager really went above and beyond. Would highly recommend!

What a lovely place the staff were honestly the best so charming and helpful will definitely go again and encourage others to go too

Empty of people and empty of soul. It was unpleasant. It was cold. Only one staff serving at a time - another was moving furniture and one more was directing the moving of furniture. More people arrived by the time we left and the one staff was left to serve everyone. First choice meal wasn’t in stock (whatever that means!!). Portions were small. Food was without flavour. Desserts were also not nice and came without the ice cream that was written on the menu. Not recommended

This is a remarkable place in a tourist area: excellent food, superb wine, but most of all a great Service! We were nerdy customers asking a thousand questions and the young waiter was attentive, considerate and kind (and patient:)). I am used to people in Britain being more friendly than in my home country, but this was definitely an outstanding experience!

I had a delightful tea and cookies after a morning traipsing around the west end. Service was warm and friendly and the atmosphere was very cosy and inviting. I’m glad I’ve found this lovely nook and will definitely be back again.

An off the cuff visit to a place I have walked past on many occasions yet didn’t know existed. Classic Davy’s experience, reasonable beer, good wine and the sort of food I enjoy. Service was helpful and friendly.

Nice staff. Good wine and beer. Salads are expensive and you have to ask for vinaigrette otherwise it is just plain salad.

As a former employee, it is quite dissapointing, but not regrettable to say that, personal belongings gets stolen in the "changing room"... I mean, what would anyone, want with somebody else's work boots?... Is it because they looked quite trendy and expensive?... At least, I got a cheap replacement from management. The cheapskates!... Do not leave your personal effects lying unattended, even as a customer... You never know!... Go figure!

Got seated and then ignored for an hour. Had to walk up to the bar to order my drink, then continued to be ignored.

Really rude staff. Lovely pub, but god they have an attitude

Been coming here for forty odd years. A great place and would recommend it totally. Very central and in a lovely spot, tucked away in those small Bloomsbury side streets.

We enjoyed private dining experience at Truckles. Food and service was excellent, we will definitely be back again. 8 February 2023 I was compelled to update my review. We really enjoy our private dining experience at Truckles. The manager and her staff go that extra mile to ensure everything is perfect. The Chef is amazing and the food is prepared fresh and is delicious. The attention to detail adds that little extra where you know you have been looked after by people who care. Thank you

We really enjoy our private dining experience at Truckles. The manager and her staff go that extra mile to ensure everything is perfect. The food is prepared fresh and is delicious. The attention to detail adds that little extra where you know you have been looked after by people who care.

Set in a quiet square off the main street so was a little escape from London bustle. Nice little quiet bar in a neat and simple layout. Food and drink prices are a little on the higher side unfortunately so I wont be making this our regular escape but occasionally we may drop in again if we're nearby because it seems like a calm place if you want it. Theres loads of more traditional boozer type pubs in this area with cheaper food prices that are just as good if not better than the burger and chips I ordered.

A crowd favourite and some of the best fries I’ve had in this godforsaken city! (Note: fries, not chips)

Awesome selection of wine, and brilliant service

Spacious restaurant and bar with friendly staff positioned a cute courtyard a stones throw away from the British museum. Christmas dinner was ok, nothing mind blowing and there are better food offerings in London if you want something more special. Staff are nice and attentive. Berry crumble was sharp, tart and could have had a touch more warming cinnamon. Coconut ice cream was a slightly mismatched pairing but not terrible. Turns into more of a bar in the evening.

Friendly helpful personal service. The wine was decent and the food good value for central London.

Another busy bar but good atmosphere for after work drinks. Need to be quite pushy to get to the front of the bar but once there service is good. Prices as expected for this type of place (read:expensive!)

A hidden gem! They have a lovely backyard away from all traffic and a super nice atmosphere (if you have good weather), can highly recommend!

Really nice court yard they have. However, most of the staff are awfully rude. Arrived at 5:00pm and sat on a table that was reserved from 19:30 and the staff thought it was the end of the world. I used to drink here regularly but will not be going back. They preferred a group of 5 to stand up uncomfortably instead of allowing us to sit down until the group that reserved the table arrived. The culprit was a tanned tall skinny man with glasses and ringlets - very sassy avoid him at all cost. The small women with blonde highlights is just as rude and unprofessional.

Nice courtyard seating and good falafel sandwich for lunch.

The outside garden is very busy and full of people every time. This is our regular place to come with colleagues to celebrate any events so without booking is very hard to get a table. Food and drinks are great, service is fust and staff is great

Lovely space. Indoor and outdoor and a cellar bar. Hadn't been since early 2000s. Hadn't changed a lot. Good food - we had small plates falafel and goats cheese bruschetta. Hidden gem

Great location, limited drink options, but good bar snacks available. Service was excellent

Nice place for an intermediate stop. I think it should be a bit more organized. Very nice staff and clean promises

Sadly they didn’t have a record of our booking but they created a table quickly on what was a busy Wed eve no problem. We hd a great time catching up over drinks + nibbles, we ordered the meat + charcuterie board with some extras and it was delish. Great little spot in a courtyard a few mins walk from Holborn station.

Yup, not a bad pret as they go. Really friendly service at this one which was efficient. a good range of seating available. When are pret going back to China cups though???

Very good, went here for 3D London good drinks, clean and maintained very well.

Closes at 8pm on Mondays, but we still managed to arrive late at 7pm and have a very pleasant 3 course meal and be out while the staff were still smiling at us. Excellent quality food and wines, as you'd expect from a Davies joint.

We had a work function here last night and we booked a private space in the cellar and pre-ordered wines and drinks and a selection of snacks from their buffet menu. Absolutely first rate. Its a wonderful venue. The cellar space is warm and comfortable with loads of character. We had our own generous space, while there were other groups so it made for a terrific atmosphere. The drinks are very reasonably priced and service was terrific, which is hard in these covid times. The food (hot chips, houmous and flat bread, falafel, mixed olives) hot and delicious. The stand-out are the fish goujons - moist, fresh, hot and cripsy. Thank you so much to Manager Natalia who really made sure we had a great evening. We will definitely be back and are looking forward to booking something for the courtyard in the summer.

The wine bar is a=in a yard near the British Museum, ideal for somewhere to refresh yourself after a cultural visit . We had booked an outside table for lunch. It was cold but we were under a shelter with overhead heaters - kept most the cold out It was their first day back after teh Xmas break so menu options were limited We started with adelightful bottle of Albairino. The food we had varied from soups of the day, salads and fish and chips, we ordered extra chips to share The food was good - what you would expect as good pub food. The waiting staff were excellent and could not have tried harder. Our waitress had an amazing memory taking an order for 6 different types of coffee and then delivering them to the right people without taking notes. Bravo! We had a very nice time here

The menu was limited and further limited by the fact that there was no bread available, no sausage and mash available. Settled for the turkey which came with cold sprouts and carrots. The wine was ok but the rest of it was really bad and reminiscent of school dinner. Nice location but bad quality.

Tucked away in an easily overlooked yard on a side street near the British Museum, this watering hole is a personal favourite. Summer is a joy with many tables outside, and winter provides an opportunity to sit in the quiet chic modern wine-bar interior. The wine selection is good (if expensive) and the food is also to be recommended.

Had a lovely pub lunch on a nice October day. Menu had plenty of choices and we had ham, cheddar, chutney sandwiches which were delightful. Pied Bull Yard is a stone's throw to the British Museum in a quiet, clean, cute courtyard. Would go again.

Enjoyed lunch here with my family (2 adults, 2 children). There isn’t a children’s menu but the staff were very good at providing modified adult meals. We had 2 steak sandwiches (cooked to order), cheese sandwich and a falafel sandwich - very tasty sauce on it. Sat outside and ordered via the website with the QR code.

Staff are incredibly rude and it doesn't matter how many seats are available, or if you get there early, they make you sit inside of you are black. The balding guy at front of house is the worst offender

Used to always go here for after works drinks when I worked in Holborn. Lovely court yard surrounded by beautiful buildings. Staff are great too as they’re super efficient and friendly

My first lunch out since lockdown and back to a familiar Davy's wine bar. Food fine. Wine ditto. Service helpful and good. A pity that it was cold and wet. They were kind enough to bring a large brolly to cover out table.

Great food, brilliant service, co-vid friendly, Would recommend to all, including families. Fantastic choice of wines and beers. Would go again.

We needed a simple supper after going round the British Museum: this restaurant is just across the road, and provided us with really good fish and chips. So many eating places have closed down, so it's good to support one that is open. We were served promptly and with cheerfulness, the chef himself coming out with our food. The chips are first rate. The batter on the fish started well, but became a bit soggy towards the end of the meal. Still, I'm not going to complain, as everything was otherwise just what we wanted. They even serve Aspall's cider, which to our way of thinking, is by far the best.

Truckles is a stone's throw from the British Museum, lovely courtyard seating, perfect for the warm weather.

A light lunch, served by very helpful staff, in a relaxed atmosphere.

Has a beautiful outdoor place. Was really nice to sit there in the summer.

Expensive but definitely a good place

Cool nice burger bit too pricey great staff

Lovely place great staff and friendly

Expensive but nice wine. says they’re open until 10 but get there at 8 and kitchen is closed and felt like I was being herded out the whole time I was there. Would have been cozy otherwise.

Amazing place for wine / beer with an outside terrace

Great wine, good place to sit outside in a secluded courtyard

Tucked away in a small square off somewhere or other in London. Full of nice young people who should have been working at 2.30 on a Friday afternoon but I suppose a long liquid lunch is acceptable nowadays. Pleasant and good enough to visit again.

What a lovely place to find just of the busy road, we had a dog with us and we were made very welcome. Had a pint and then decided to have some chips and a sandwich to share, all done to perfection and enjoyed it very much")

We had a lovely meal here and the staff were friendly and sympathetic about allergy requirements

Nice place with good healthy food.

Lovely little hideaway especially summer months as you can sit outside in the courtyard and enjoy a drink with friends away from the busy bloomsbury roads!

Always helpful, friendly and upbeat staff. Food tasty and we'll priced. Reliable and I can highly recommend it.

Very conveniently located close to the British Museum, but tucked in a square, shielded from from the hustle and bustle of visitors and tourists. Comes with a small 'garden' (not much green there anyway), shared with other adjacent activities, as far as I understand. Very busy with professionals working in the area. Choice of beers is limited: I could only choose between lager and ale from the same brand, which was really disappointing. Beer was ok, but £5.40 for a pint is outrageous. I found the sign down the stairs leading to the toilet saying 'only gentlemen properly attired will be served' (or the like) kind of offensive. It's not uncommon in Britain to have signs and pictures nostalgic for the past, but this went far beyond and reminded me of that class-ridden society that Britain still is.

Interesting menu, decent food in a lovely courtyard in good weather. Quiet and secluded. Service good if a bit slow.

We enjoyed Coffee n pastries while sitting there . Beautiful weather n amazing collection of books .

You would not accidentally see this hidden treasure in the heart of London. Tucked away just 5 minutes from the British Museum and Holborn Tube is Truckles of Pied Bull Yard - A pub with a generous outdoor space, perfect for drinking cool wine / beer on a summer's evening. The nibbles were well presented and full of flavour. The house wines more than acceptable AND, reasonably priced for central London. The service? The staff were fully stretched amongst all the bodies and, frankly, found it difficult to keep up with demand and all the empty glasses. There is not a lot of spare room when the crowd is at its peak. All in all, one of the nicest venues for summer drinking in all of London.

Beautiful outdoor seating on the square that earns at least 4 stars, but 1 star service or worse. We could only order at the counter and the bartender and servers consistently tried to talk us out of ordering the food saying it would take too long or they were low. And it did take forever - we waited 90 minutes for a charcuterie board which he'd already told us would take 20-30 minutes to come. Very strange service philosophy

Beer wise they have London Lager and IPA on tap. It's a nice place, has some courtyard seating outside.

Nice place but there's just no selection of beer on draft. Disappointing options.

Brilliant on a sunny day, but the inside really needs redone.

Go in the summer if it's sunny. If not avoid. It's ludicrously expensive for what it is

Great space, good wine. Bit pricey but central London always is.

Delicious! I was very impressed with this place. Very clean. Food was excellent. Wine list excellent. You will not be disappointed.

Wasn't busy when we visited so the experience was great. Had ordered for one of the platters (image attached) had a pint of lager on tap and a glass of wine. Surely recommend a place for conversation not so noisy like the usual pub

Nice place but slow service. Staff avoided serving it seems. Off the beaten track a little so nice for a quiet drink

Very nice with outside tables and a preservable area downstairs for special events. I really like the courtyard and it is just next to the London Review of Books shop!

Nice place set back in a quiet courtyard. They hosted an event for us & would recommend highly for this.

What I like about this place is that at lunchtime it is peaceful and quiet.The beef sandwiches were excellent and went well with a portion of fries.Service was fast,efficient and friendly.

Great meeting place close to British Museum and easy walk from Holborn. Good selection of wines.

Expensive. But it's London, what do you expect? Pleasant atmosphere though. And it's the company that often makes a place.

Nice surroundings and not too busy on the day that I visited in late October. Looks like somewhere which would be buzzing in the summer months. The only downside is the cost of drinking there - but, to be fair, that's true of similar establishments located in central London. One to try out again on a summer's day, for sure!

This place is a real "wine bar" and very popular within wine drinkers. Personally, I like beer and whiskey, which are within a very thin selection. Most of the visitors are people that work nearby and know the place ( it is kind of hidden within a building)