The Dog & Duck, Soho, W1

Randomness Guide to London - Dog And Duck entry

This tiny Victorian corner pub can be an absolute treat when it is not too busy but rather unbearable when crammed (as it often is). The bar area is limited with just a few seats at a ledge opposite. The pub is full of very ornate tiling (spot the dog and duck tiles) and a few unusual advertisement mirrors. Away from the bar area is a small room with a few tables but you need to get there early to blag one. There is also an upstairs bar that offers a bit more room and a good view of the surrounding streets for those who like to people watch. Good selection of beers (Nicholsons range) but can be poor service (expect to have to go through a topping up ceremony with the pidgin English bar staff). Whatever the faults, this remains one of my favourite Soho pubs.

Official pages of the Dog & Duck, contains menu and real ale details - www.nicholsonspubs.co.uk

London Pride, Landlord and Thwaites Lancaster Bomber on, one pump unused. The beer quality was good and 2.95 for this location is acceptable too. Some good quality wood panelling, but a narrow area quickly filled. A historic pub worth a look for the fine tiled interior, supplemented by large ornate mirrors. A small seating area to the rear with shelf seating opposite the bar. The Orwell bar and dining room upstairs gives further options. Various sausages seem to be the pub speciality. The descent and return from the gents is somewhat perilous, as the door opens across the steep staircase.

Official pages of the Dog & Duck, contains menu and real ale details - www.nicholsonspubs.co.uk

tiny pub but worth a visit, Always seems theres a queue to grab one of the seats by the fire! Be prepared to drink your ale in the street, it does get very busy! Truly exceptional Victorian pub.