# The Ship Tavern, London — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Ship Tavern — Pub in London. Rated 4.5/5 from 3,092 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/holborn/restaurants/the-ship-tavern (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Pub ££ 🐾 Dogs Welcome # The Ship Tavern 12 Gate Street, Holborn [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=7076484964260099050&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Daniel](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/109589520176547240162) **In short:** The Ship Tavern is a pub in Holborn, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 3,092 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 22 August 2026 · source: Google Places ## Photos Photos via Google ## About The Ship Tavern The Ship Tavern stands on Gate Street in Holborn, serving British food and drink in a traditional pub setting. The kitchen prepares beef wellington, sunday roast and fish and chips in generous portions. Real ales feature alongside beer, wine and cocktails. The upstairs dining room can be booked for groups. Takeaway is available, and dogs are welcome. The pub opens for dine-in service with table reservations accepted. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Ship Tavern's own website](https://www.theshiptavern.co.uk?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails 🍴 Dine-in 🥡 Takeout ## Opening hours **Monday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Tuesday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Wednesday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Thursday** 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM **Friday** 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM **Saturday** 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM **Sunday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What diners say Katherine Soloviev ★★★★★ A hidden gem. A historic treasure tucked away right behind Holborn station! The atmosphere, the service, the food, the history are absolutely amazing. The padron peppers were heavenly. The bread was hot and fresh, and the fish'n'chips were gigantic and, quite simply, flawless. Being here made me feel like a fairytale hero. 10/10 will come again! 2 months ago · via Google Michael Robinson ★★★★★ What a delightful afternoon Sunday Roast. While you may have to explore a bit to find it, this historic tavern is not to be missed. The dinner upstairs in the Oak Room was delicious and the staff were amazing. Even with the large crowd, we were pampered and well taken care of. They were all friendly and helpful with our first British Sunday Roast experience. Explaining the meal and suggesting a wonderful ale to accompany it. They even celebrated our 25th anniversary with us. We will definitely mark this as a not to be missed experience in London. 2 months ago · via Google Harley Williams ★★★★★ We enjoyed a very delicious Sunday Roast at the Ship Tavern. We dined in the upstairs Oak Dining Room, which has a very traditional atmosphere. We shared a Butchers Board which came with the roast lamb, beef and pork. All of the meats were so delicious and full of flavour. The staff also brought out some sauces to go with each of the meats which complimented them perfectly. I found the Butcher's Board to be very filling, with a generous serve of the meats and lots of trimmings. If I had to pick a favourite roast it would be the beef with the horseradish sauce. Delicious! But you couldn't go wrong ordering any of the roasts really! I would definitely recommend booking as it can get quite busy! Also if you're into dark ales, you can't go past the Old Peculiar with your roast. A great place to come and enjoy a Sunday Roast in London! 4 months ago · via Google jorge pelaez ★★★★★ If you’re looking for a classic UK pub atmosphere, The Ship Tavern is an incredible choice. It has that authentic, traditional feel that makes you want to settle in and stay for a while. The Food & Drink: The Food: We ordered the fish and chips and a burger, and both were awesome. The portions are big, very tasty, and definitely hit the spot. The Beer: They have a great variety of beers on tap. I tried the Old Peculier, and honestly, I think it tastes way better than Guinness—definitely worth a try if you’re a fan of dark ales. Value: For one order of fish and chips, a burger, and four beers, we paid £70, which felt very fair for the quality and the central location. The Experience: The staff was friendly and welcoming, adding to the great vibe of the place. It’s a fantastic spot to enjoy a solid meal and a few pints in a historic setting. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a true London pub experience! 5 months ago · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x48761b350b58735f:0x6234b995091db3ea!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Diners like this pub's delicious and hearty food, especially the Beef Wellington, Sunday roast, and fish and chips, which come in generous portions. They also highlight the warm, cozy, and traditional atmosphere, along with the friendly and attentive staff. Guests mention the excellent selection of real ales and the convenient option to book a table in the upstairs dining room. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** 12 Gate Street, London, WC2A 3HP [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.5172775%2C-0.1191616) **Cuisine** British **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (3,092 reviews) **Price level** ££ **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** No **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Destination** Holborn [More restaurants in Holborn](https://staycation.co.uk/holborn/restaurants) ★ 4.5 (3,092 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £50 [Visit official website](https://www.theshiptavern.co.uk?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [020 7405 1992](tel:02074051992) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Holborn **Postcode** WC2A 3HP **Wheelchair access** ✅ Yes **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C3XGV8J+W8 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x48761b350b58735f:0x6234b995091db3ea!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48761b350b58735f:0x6234b995091db3ea!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48761b350b58735f:0x6234b995091db3ea!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Holborn Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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No, Google does not list outdoor seating. ### How do I contact The Ship Tavern? 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