The Argyle, EC1

From the outside it looks uninviting ,in a modern development but with at least a roof terrace.However the interior is a bit more cosy,low ceiling,two small raised sections near both entrances,an L shaped bar and a descrete side section .However the corporate feel with three flatscreens all with BBC 24 News thankfully on mute,and pub grub menus in boxes did detract ,as did an illuminated advert display of the various non ale drinking options.I sat at a section of high tables but soon realised there is a very transient customer base. At the bar 4 handpumps,two non descript ales "coming soon" so a choice of London Pride or TT Landlord which to my surprise was decent NBSS 3. Just not enough to stand out or justify another visit but better than the nearby Sir Christopher Hatton.

A pub that is less tacky inside than it looks from out, however the four cask beers available were pretty ordinary London Fayre,Doom Bar, Landlord, Pride and Tribute. I hadn't planned a visit here but being half an hour ahead of schedule and finding the pub open at 11.30 I looked in quietening natures call at the same time. It,s not a bad place but indestinguishable from a multitude of other London pubs with the same outlook, it's unlikely I will return anytime soon.

Official site of The Argyle - www.bestcitypubs.co.uk

Official site of The Argyle - www.bestcitypubs.co.uk