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De Hems, W1
W1
W1D 5BW
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Nicholsons (Mitchells & Butlers)Reviews (Current Rating Average: 6 of 10) see review guidelines
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Pub SignMan left this review about Dehems
This Dutch themed bar is a great meeting place for London's Dutch ex-pat community and a joy for fans of continental beers.
There are about 8-10 draught lagers, including all the Dutch/Belgian staples such a Leffe, Amstel, Heineken and Oranjeboom. The fridges are packed with a huge selection of bottled curiosities, but without a beer menu, it's hard to know where to make a start.
There's a food menu though, which is worth exploring for a chance to sample some of Holland's classic bar snacks. I'd recommend the Patatje Oorlog and Bitterballen.
There are two floors, each with an equally well stocked bar, but both areas can become packed in the evenings, so go early if you want a seat.
On 28th May 2009
- rating: 8
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Rex Rattus left this review about De Hems
There were no bitters on, but numerous good quality lagers on offer. De Hems has very much a feel of an Amsterdam brown bar, which is undoubtedly intentional. The chap behind the bar was fairly helpful in providing advice to a bitter drinker mesmerized by the forest of lager taps on the counter.
I'm sure that the last time that I was in here they had a central island bar. But it was some time ago, and I would have been drinking Double Diamond, so what do I know about anything! Anyway, this is a great place for those who like good quality lagers, but bitter drinkers should give it a miss.
On 2nd December 2008
- rating: 5
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john mcgraw left this review about Dehems
This pic was taken at the beginning of the Chinese New Year Festival which was right outside of the pub a must to see in February
On 10th February 2008
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Steve C left this review about Dehems
Decent enough pub with friendly staff and great lagers.
The more civilised area upstairs was closed for a function last time I was in, so I only stayed for a couple as the music in the rammed downstairs bar was extremely loud.
I would recommend this pub as I feel it is one of the better ones in the area.
On 28th November 2007
- rating: 7
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