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Nestled in the vibrant heart of London at 49 Chiswell Street, The Jugged Hare offers a quintessential British gastropub experience that combines historic charm with contemporary flair. This renowned restaurant is celebrated for its emphasis on game meats and classic British dishes, making it a must-visit for food enthusiasts seeking authentic flavors in a warm, inviting setting. The atmosphere here is reminiscent of a traditional hunting lodge, with rustic wooden decor and taxidermy accents that evoke a sense of adventure and heritage.

The Jugged Hare is renowned for its expertly prepared British classics, with standout dishes that delight both traditionalists and modern palates. One of the highlights is their succulent Sunday roast, featuring tender, perfectly cooked meats served with crispy roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and rich gravy. The menu also boasts a variety of game meats, such as the flavorful venison sausage and the hearty, rustic-style deer tartar, which showcase the restaurant's dedication to authentic, high-quality ingredients. For those with a sweet tooth, the sticky toffee pudding offers a decadent finish, with moist sponge cake drenched in caramel sauce and served with vanilla ice cream.

A visit to The Jugged Hare is incomplete without experiencing their signature game dishes, especially the rich, slow-cooked jugged hare, a recipe dating back centuries that embodies the essence of traditional British cuisine. The restaurant's dedication to quality ingredients is evident in their selection of meats, including the aged Welsh lamb and the game meats like grouse and mallard duck, each cooked to perfection and bursting with flavor. The warm, welcoming ambiance, combined with attentive service—exemplified by staff like the charming Lauren—ensures a memorable dining experience.

What makes The Jugged Hare a unique dining destination? Its rich history, emphasis on game meats, and authentic British recipes set it apart, offering a taste of tradition in a cozy, rustic setting.

Why should I visit The Jugged Hare? For its exceptional selection of game meats, traditional Sunday roasts, and warm British hospitality, all within a charming, historic setting close to London's cultural attractions.

Experience The Jugged Hare today and indulge in a true taste of British culinary heritage. Whether you're craving a hearty Sunday roast, exploring unique game dishes, or simply soaking in the warm, rustic ambiance, this historic pub promises a memorable meal in the heart of London.

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Food was great. Service is fast and friendly. Calm place. Good for couples and small companies. Contemporary atmosphere.

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Came here for pre-theater fare before a show at the Barbican. Its proximity to it is a big plus. But service was a bit lackadaisical.  We arrived with plenty of time and finished our main course with time too but then dessert inexplicably took a while.  No servers came over to help and we had to get up to express the fact that our show -- again we ordered from the pre theatre menu and told them of our plans -- started in 15 mins. They finally came over with the dessert which we had to scarf down instead of getting the refund of dessert. Wasn't worth the fight but ruined an otherwise good meal. The burger was terrific for example. 

They also sat us at a weird table in the back that was difficult for the servers to get to and had sound reverberate so the loud table next to us just dominated the sound in the room. 

Just shows that a meal needs to have more than a good food to be enjoyable.

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We had an absolutely amazing dining experience at The Jugged Hare.  We went with a group of 7 (from 6 years old to 70+) for Sunday roast and everyone had a great meal.

Everything on the plate was delicious - from the lamb (with mint jelly) to the potatoes, and the carrot (which was so sweet that one kid argued that it had to be a sweet potato), and of course the Yorkshire pudding.

We really appreciated that they offered kids portions for a reasonable rate, and allowed some customizations for the kids tastes.  Like extra applesauce!

Aside from the food, the service was over the top friendly and made the meal.  When they saw the kids liked the Yorkshire pudding, they brought more right over.  And they interacted with the kids too, even praising their invention of Yorkshire Pudding dipped in apple sauce (although I have to say it was pretty good).

Anyway, if you're still reading this, do yourself a favor and just go to the Jugged Hare!

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In London over the Christmas holiday and took our brother-in-law's advice to try a British staple, The Jugged Hare.  They are located just outside downtown London and near the financial district.   After a long underground ride, we arrived at a classic looking British pub.  

We were seated downstairs in a very busy dining hall that looked like a proper hunting lodge kitchen.  For Christmas eve, the place was packed with large groups celebrating the holidays.

We ordered the sea snails with garlic / butter and sourdough,  and deer tartar with game chips, mustard, bone marrow and toast.  These were good and had a very rustic flare.  For dinner, I ordered the red legged partridge, spelt, njuda and kale.  The partridge was tough and not much flavor.  The spelt and njuda was fantastic and a real flavor bomb.  My first spelt encounter but definitely not the last.  The kale was fine.

The meal was solid but nothing to write home about.  The atmosphere and setting was good along with the service.  I'm glad we tried a standard English pub but not impressed by the food.  Regardless of the meal, it was still a great family memory.

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This place was great, food was excellent, service was solid. I'm visiting London, I wanted a meal that I wouldn't traditionally find in the USA. This place was recommend by a friend and they delivered!

Food was different, I'm from USA, this was not your traditional menu, the selections I've never seen before. Server was helpful in helping me decide. I honestly don't think I could have gone wrong with anything that I picked.

App was the pigeon breast, it was way better than expected, consistency of a duck but little heavier. Great flavor. Never had pigeon before, this set the bar high I believe.

Main: horseshoe venison sausage, the curry sauce had heat, I like heat, not overpowering, for me it was a medium heat. The sausage had good flavor, just a touch on the dryer side but that's venison. Had the venison flavor. It was great.

Dessert was the sticky toffee, basically vanilla ice cream with a chocolate cake and caramel sauce. It was awesome!!!!

I'd come here again hands down!

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My wife and I had to have a proper Sunday roast while we were in London and our nephew who lived here for 15 years said to go to the Jugged Hare, a great Gastro pub in the City of London. We were not disappointed by yet another brilliant recommendation. The atmosphere is hunting lodge fun, the staff were all friendly and despite our 730 reservation, they were still able to serve us our Sunday roast (we whiled away the afternoon at the Tate's Expressionist Exhibit). Candidly, our waitress Lauren made all the difference in our evening with her charming repartee, great advice, menu guidance and general good cheer. She expertly balanced supporting our dining experience while not being intrusive. They are really quite fortunate to have such a pro on their team. My Welsh Leg of Lamb was medium rare and tasty as was the excellent mint jelly and the Yorkshire pudding and gravy (in my mind the whole point of a Sunday roast) was superb. My wife opted for a perfectly prepared pan seared Cod Filet. We were both surprised by the side of really well prepared kale and the roast potatoes were also something to write home about - crispy on the outside and buttery smooth on the inside. My wife raved about the sticky toffee pudding. I can't have dairy and to my delight and surprise they had and absolutely delicious dairy free cheese cake with a chocolate sorbet that was as good as any I have had. We would we go back - in a quick second - especially to try one of their specialty game dishes - though we might check to see if Lauren is working.

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Way too noisy for a business lunch. Menu was unnecessarily complicated for a simple meal

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If you like game, this is the place for you!
They also have plenty of other great dishes, but they emphasize meat - hence the name.
Incidentally, the "Jugged Hare" is great and a very old recipe, and is strong in flavor - even for game so be warned. But knowing this I thought it was great. Basically think of a "Jack Rabbit" being in a slow cooker in its own juices.
Their grouse and mallard duck is very good as is their sirloin steak dish.
Ambiance is beautiful and Brit-Pub-like.
Service is professional and efficient but seemed stressed a little every time we have been - maybe under-staffed. Make a reservation because they get busy.

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Spectacular, homemade, Sunday roast. Fresh ingredients, beautifully prepared. Service a bit wonky, but not horrible by current standards.  Ambiance is largish traditional brassererie.

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Celebrating my first English meal in London at The Jugged Hare felt right. The gastropub is clean with ample wooden decor (also taxidermy everywhere!). Our party sat at one of the barrels and enjoyed the sunlight coming in through the atrium. Great ambiance to spend Sunday afternoon catching up with friends.

Beers on tap are cask ale, bitburger, heineken, etc. I've never tried/heard of cask ale before, but my party introduced it as uncarbonated, warm beer. Sounds interesting enough to try it one of these days. 

My Sunday Roast with beef was really a feast. Although you can get it with chicken or lamb, the beef is aged for 45 days. The horseradish was on the creamier side without enough kick so that I felt the beef to be overwhelmed. However, the steamed vegetables were seasoned well and contrasted well to the cauliflower cheese gratin.

The Jugged Hare: Top British Pub & Gourmet Dining in London’s Barbican

Experience British culinary excellence in the heart of Londonderry

Savor classic British flavors with dishes like garlic butter sea snails and hearty deer tartar, complemented by rustic sourdough.

Indulge in the famous Sunday roast with perfectly aged beef or tender pan-seared cod, served alongside flavorful sides like crispy roast potatoes and seasoned kale.

End your meal with a sweet note featuring traditional sticky toffee pudding or a dairy-free chocolate sorbet with a delightful cheesecake alternative.

Choose from a selection of cask ales, premium beers, and classic British beverages to complement your meal.

Discover seasonal game dishes and expertly crafted traditional British fare, all served in a warm, inviting atmosphere reminiscent of a classic hunting lodge.

Discover The Jugged Hare in London’s Barbican—an iconic restaurant serving hearty British classics in a cozy, historic setting. Book your table today for a true taste adventure!

The Jugged Hare: Top British Pub & Gourmet Dining in London’s Barbican

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