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The more refined side of British booze culture is reflected at this UES gastropub. Retire to the main dining room—featuring a wraparound button-tufted banquette, caged Edison lightbulbs and dozens of volumes of Shakespeare—for a full menu of soups, savory pies (steak and kidney, rosemary lamb) and mains, including Lancashire hot pot and bangers and mash. Come spring, the dressed-up tavern will offer afternoon tea service—complete with scones, seasonal jam and clotted cream—in the building's garden atrium.
The vibe: Comfy/cozy like an old cable-knit sweater or pair of slippers.
The food: Delicious, well-realized Brit-centric favorites.
The drink: No liquor, but a huge tap selection and a rotation of hand-pumped cask ales.
Time Out tip: If you’re a footie fan, this is an excellent spot to get in the spirit. It’s a pub, yes, but it’s really more about the food and this is a really charming place for casual lunch or dinner. Daily specials are fun and include England’s national dish–Chicken Tikka Masala–on Tuesdays (the weekday may change in the future, so check before you go), but as far as I’m concerned, Saturday/Sunday Roast is the move.