# The Porcupine Public House, London — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.5/5 from 3,234 Google reviews. Dark wood Victorian pub with chandelier, etched mirrors behind the bar and an upstairs dining room. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/london/restaurants/the-porcupine-public-house (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Pub 🐾 Dogs Welcome # The Porcupine Public House 48 Charing Cross Road, London [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15742096596625995860&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Porcupine](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/100577246068247806154) **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. Details checked 10 October 2026 · source: Google Places 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](https://www.nicholsonspubs.co.uk/restaurants/london/theporcupineleicestersquarelondon?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb-homepage). ## 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](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/427874). [More restaurants in London](https://staycation.co.uk/london/restaurants) ★ 4.5 (3,234 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £20 – £30 [Visit official website](https://www.nicholsonspubs.co.uk/restaurants/london/theporcupineleicestersquarelondon?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb-homepage) [020 7379 9855](tel:02073799855) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** London **Plus Code** 9C3XGV6C+MP ### 🏨 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 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? 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