The Porcupine Public House
48 Charing Cross Road, London
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In short: The Porcupine Public House is a pub in London, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 3,234 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome.
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Dark wood Victorian pub with chandelier, etched mirrors behind the bar and an upstairs dining room. Summary via Google
About The Porcupine Public House
The Porcupine Public House occupies a Victorian building on Charing Cross Road with dark wood throughout, a chandelier and etched mirrors behind the bar. An upstairs dining room provides a quieter space for eating. The pub holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5.
Traditional British dishes are served, including fish and chips, steak and ale pies and Sunday roasts. The pub takes bookings, welcomes groups and allows dogs. A range of beers is available.
Menu & facilities
For the current menu and prices, see The Porcupine Public House's own website.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
What's nearby
- Angus Steakhouse next door
- P.F. Chang’s Leicester Square next door
- Wyndham's Theatre next door
- Vue Cinema London - West End (Leicester Square) next door
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
People say this pub offers delicious traditional British food, including excellent fish and chips, steak and ale pies, and Sunday roasts. They also highlight the friendly, attentive service and the welcoming, authentic atmosphere, especially in the quieter upstairs dining room. Visitors appreciate the wide selection of beers and the convenient location for pre-theater meals.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.5 / 5 (3,234 reviews)
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- No
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- 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 The Porcupine Public House?
The Porcupine Public House is open Mon–Thu 10am–11:30pm; Fri–Sat 10am–12am; Sun 11am–10:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).
Is The Porcupine Public House any good?
The Porcupine Public House is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 3,234 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.
Is The Porcupine Public House dog-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at The Porcupine Public House.
Is The Porcupine Public House good for children?
Google does not list The Porcupine Public House as good for children.
Can you book a table at The Porcupine Public House?
Yes, The Porcupine Public House takes reservations.
How do I contact The Porcupine Public House?
Call The Porcupine Public House on +44 20 7379 9855.