The Edgar Wallace, Temple, WC2

Randomness Guide to London - Edgar Wallace entry

Randomness Guide to London - Edgar Wallace entry

In here last Wednesday lunchtime for a swift one. Pretty simple one-room pub with nothing exceptional about it - except the fact that there were 6 real ales on. I had a Wooden Hand Brewery Cornish ale, which was excellent. Barmaid was very friendly, and service was quick. Definitely worth going back to for the beer alone.

Great line up of 8 real ales, Adnams Bitter, Archers Golden, Elgoods Double Swan,Titanic Anchor, St George Dragons Blood and two from Moorhouse, Black Cat and Blond Witch. The Edgars Pale Ale I believe is from Nethergate and not a special for the pub, unless anyone knows better?? The area above the bar is covered in beer mats from previous guest ales. Comfortable rectangular room downstairs with a mix of seating including bar stools and a chesterfield sofa. Large plasma TV over the rear door switched off at the time of this visit. Food looked good and included a "fish butty" which looked like a big chunk of battered haddock/cod in a bun with salad and chips for £6-95. Very pleasant, beer perfectly kept, fairly quiet of an afternoon but I bet it fills up later. Wish these places opened at weekends.

This place has no TV or music, but I did spot eight ales all from different breweries and none of the usual suspects. There are some standard and premium lagers for the non ale drinker and my Guinness was spot on. I found the staff to be pleasant and I would highly recommend this pub to others.