The Porterhouse
21-22 Maiden Lane, Covent Garden
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In short: The Porterhouse is an Irish pub in Covent Garden, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 7,213 Google reviews.
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Large pub with gleaming copper pipes, imported draught beers and late-night basement music club. Summary via Google
Good to know
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel, especially for access needs.
About The Porterhouse
The Porterhouse occupies a large space on Maiden Lane in Covent Garden with gleaming copper pipes and imported draught beers. It serves brunch, lunch and dinner, with fish and chips and burgers among the offerings, alongside vegetarian dishes. Cocktails, wine and coffee are available.
Live music features regularly, and there is a basement music club for late-night entertainment. Outdoor seating is provided, and the pub takes bookings and welcomes groups. Meals come in at under £30. The atmosphere draws crowds, though service standards have been noted as variable by some visitors.
Menu & facilities
For the current menu and prices, see The Porterhouse's own website.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Tuesday
- 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Thursday
- 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Friday
- 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 10:00 PM
What's nearby
- Bulletproof London next door
- Nationwide Building Society next door
- Adelphi Theatre next door
- St Paul’s Church Covent Garden 100m away
- Covent Garden 200m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
People say this pub offers a wide selection of beers, including craft options and their own brews, along with delicious food like fish and chips and burgers. Visitors also highlight the lively atmosphere, live music, and friendly staff, noting the reasonable prices for the area.
Some reviews mention the service can be unprofessional.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Cuisine
- British
- Guest rating
- 4.4 / 5 (7,213 reviews)
- Price level
- ££
- Dogs allowed
- No
- Good for children
- No
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Destination
- Covent Garden
Quick answers
What are the opening hours of The Porterhouse?
The Porterhouse is open Mon–Sat 12pm–12am; Sun 12pm–10pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).
Is The Porterhouse any good?
The Porterhouse is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 7,213 Google reviews.
Is The Porterhouse dog-friendly?
No, Google lists The Porterhouse as not allowing dogs.
Is The Porterhouse good for children?
Google does not list The Porterhouse as good for children.
Can you book a table at The Porterhouse?
Yes, The Porterhouse takes reservations.
Does The Porterhouse have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Porterhouse serves vegetarian food.
Does The Porterhouse have outdoor seating?
Yes, there is outdoor seating.
How do I contact The Porterhouse?
Call The Porterhouse on +44 20 7379 7917.