# Moon Under Water, London — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.1/5 from 6,891 Google reviews. Central London Wetherspoons named after George Orwell's fictionalised ideal public house. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/london/restaurants/moon-under-water (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Pub # Moon Under Water 28 Leicester Square, London [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13509842079450208988&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Moon Under Water](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/105917084845988900018) **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. Details checked 10 October 2026 · source: Google Places 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](https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/all-pubs/england/london/the-moon-under-water-west-end?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## 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](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/412961). [More restaurants in London](https://staycation.co.uk/london/restaurants) ★ 4.1 (6,891 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/all-pubs/england/london/the-moon-under-water-west-end?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [020 7839 2837](tel:02078392837) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** London **Plus Code** 9C3XGV6C+46 ### 🏨 Places to stay near London Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DLondon%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/london/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/london/camping) ## 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? 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