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Moon Under Water

28 Leicester Square, London

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Photo: The Moon Under Water

In short: Moon Under Water is a pub in London, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 6,891 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating.

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Central London Wetherspoons named after George Orwell's fictionalised ideal public house. Summary via Google

About Moon Under Water

Moon Under Water is a Wetherspoons pub on Leicester Square, named after George Orwell's essay describing his imagined ideal public house. The venue holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5.

The kitchen serves fish and chips and American pancakes alongside a wide range of beers and cocktails. The pub is suited to groups and can become busy, particularly at peak times.

Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see Moon Under Water's own website.

Opening hours

Monday
8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM – 10:30 PM

What's nearby

  • Official London Theatre Ticket Booth (partnered with tkts) next door
  • Leicester Square next door
  • Pizza Hut Restaurants Leicester Square next door
  • Garrick Theatre next door
  • National Portrait Gallery 150m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Diners like this pub's tasty food, including fish and chips and American pancakes, and its wide selection of beers and cocktails. They also highlight the excellent value for money, friendly staff, and clean restrooms.

Some reviews mention the place can be crowded.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Guest rating
4.1 / 5 (6,891 reviews)
Dogs allowed
No
Good for groups
Yes
Booking required
No
Food hygiene rating
5 out of 5 – Very good
Destination
London

Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.

Quick answers

What are the opening hours of Moon Under Water?

Moon Under Water is open Mon–Thu 8am–11pm; Fri–Sat 8am–11:30pm; Sun 8am–10:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

Is Moon Under Water any good?

Moon Under Water is rated 4.1 out of 5 from 6,891 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

Is Moon Under Water dog-friendly?

No, Google lists Moon Under Water as not allowing dogs.

Can you book a table at Moon Under Water?

Moon Under Water does not take reservations, so it is walk-in only.

How do I contact Moon Under Water?

Call Moon Under Water on +44 20 7839 2837.

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