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About Hand & Shears
Hand & Shears sits on Middle Street in the Barbican. The pub serves beer and wine, with a selection that includes Timothy Taylor's Landlord, Bass and Guinness. It accommodates groups and allows dogs.
The venue operates as a dine-in restaurant. Staff are generally noted as friendly and responsive, though service standards vary between visits.
Menu & facilities
Opening hours
- Monday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What diners say
This delightful pub is tucked away on a side street near Smithfield market. They had four cask beers and I opted for a pint of Landlord at £5.90. This is a traditional pub with lots of dark wood panelling. The bar is a rectangular shape with two serving areas. On the ground floor the pub is divided into four smallish areas. There is seating upstairs and a small standing area outside. This pub does host live music. In summary a lovely pub well worth a visit.
a year ago · via Google
Great independent pub, has Bass on cask! Which is rare in London these days - and if you are a fan of cask ale, then Bass is one of the must have beers that really helped popularise the tradition, even breaking international boundaries. The pub is down a quiet back-street on the edge of the City of London, and is beautifully attired within, very cosy, and very inviting for conversation - including bar-stools for those who attend alone looking for conversation.
a year ago · via Google
Lovely little traditional pub tucked away in a quiet corner, serving great Timothy Taylors Landlord. Friendly staff. Well worth searching out.
2 weeks ago · via Google
One of the best pubs in The City in my opinion. It has character, charm, a great landlord and tons of history! I don't come here as much as I'd like. It's fantastic.
12 months ago · via Google
People say this pub offers a wide selection of well-kept ales, including Timothy Taylor's Landlord, Bass, and Guinness. They also highlight the friendly staff, cozy atmosphere, and quick service.
Some reviews mention the staff can be unprofessional.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- 1 Middle Street, London, EC1A 7JA Get directions
- Cuisine
- Restaurant
- Guest rating
- 4.4 / 5 (534 reviews)
- Price level
- ££
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- No
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- No
- Destination
- Barbican