The Queens Arms, Walthamstow, E17

One of three pubs around Walthamstow Village and for the casual visitor the black exterior and dark glass probably makes it the least welcoming. But it’s decent enough once inside with the main bar area being a bit spartan but clean, light and airy. In the main it appears to be a sports pub with a big pull down screen and advertisements for regular screened football. And there was also indication of regular entertainment from live bands and the dreaded Karaoke nights. And from what I could see, it also did not seem to do food, which makes it a bit unique in this increasingly gentrified area. There were three hand pumps on the bar but only one operational when I visited which dispensed a very average pint of Doombar. So for the Real Ale drinker this one can probably be passed over in favour of the nearby Village and Nags Head. But for the locals it looks a decent enough venue for watching the footie.