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The Stablehand, London, Greater London

The Stablehand

4.4
4.4
348 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Built in 1839 on an old archery range, this pub quickly became a cherished neighbourhood meeting spot and was frequented by notable locals throughout its history, from Winston Churchill to Tony Blair.

To honour the historical roots of the establishment, offer our take on the quintessential British gastro pub. We aim to be London's only gastro pub sourcing all of our ingredients from the British Isles, and where that is not possible, we look to source ingredients from countries and territories with close links to Britain, such as our lemons from Gibraltar. Our Head Chef champions British produce through culinary favourites such as steak, fish pie, and the classic treacle pudding.Our unique drinks & wine list is also fully sourced from sustainable vineyards, breweries and distilleries across Britain

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Contemporary British
  • Phone number
    020 7499 1076
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • Lunch Menu

    £14.95 per person

    Prepaid

    Sep 9, 2024 - Sep 5, 2025
    Choose a starter and a main or a main and a dessert for £14.95 per person. Available Monday to Saturday 12pm - 3.30pm.
    Lunch Menu Photo
  • Sunday Roast

    £23.95 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in a classic roast dinner, served every Sunday lunch and dinner. Enjoy tender roast beef, pork or chicken with all the trimmings, including fresh seasonal vegetables and Yorkshire puddings. Our regular A La Carte menu is also available.
    Sunday Roast Photo

What 348 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • West London

    British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Stablehand offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere with "amazing" food and "friendly" service. Highlights include the flavorful scallops and slow-roasted lamb shoulder. Diners praise the "exceptional" smoked salmon and rhubarb Bakewell tart. Known for its cozy pub vibe, it's a "gem" for both casual meals and special occasions.

348 Reviews
  1. Kendall

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just a brilliant place! Service was thoughtful and attentive. Food was great.
    The StablehandResponded 2 days ago
    Hey Kendall, Thank you for your feedback. It was a pleasure to have you. We hope to see you again soon. Best, Ginny

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  2. Ilpo

    London

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice ambience, good interior, pleasant service and tasty food with affordable price. The Sharing Platter is very recommendable.
    The StablehandResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the ambience, service, and our tasty food, especially the Sharing Platter. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind regards, Ginny

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  3. Amit

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fish & Chips was excellent. The apple crumble is a must have. Overall great experience.
    The StablehandResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the Fish & Chips and that the apple crumble was a highlight of your meal. We truly appreciate your kind words and are thrilled you had a great experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another fantastic meal. Kind regards, Ginny

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  4. Eimear

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an amazing time at The Stablehand. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, the staff were very friendly and helpful. The scallops were full of flavour and the slow roasted lamb shoulder was amazing! I will definitely be returning!!
    The StablehandResponded on January 11, 2025
    Thank you for your lovely review, Eimear! We’re so glad you had a wonderful time at The Stablehand and enjoyed the scallops and lamb shoulder. Don't hesitate to back soon! Kind regards, Ginny

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  5. Ben

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A delightful dining experience with warm, friendly staff and exceptional food. The smoked salmon starter was fresh and perfectly balanced, the roasted cod main was tender and rich with earthy flavours, and the rhubarb Bakewell tart was a comforting, sweet finish. Great ambiance and attentive service made it unforgettable!
    The StablehandResponded on January 11, 2025
    Thank you so much for your fantastic review, Ben. It is great to hear that you had such a delightful dining experience with us; it was a pleasure to have you. We hope to welcome you back for more great food and ambiance. Kind regards, Ginny

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  6. Mary

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visited for the 2nd time and again did not disappoint, everyone is so friendly and knowledgeable, and the food is sooo good. Love their bangers and mash, great on a cold day, warms the tummy and the soul :)
    The StablehandResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Mary, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so happy to hear that your second visit didn’t disappoint and that you enjoyed the bangers and mash—it’s definitely a comforting dish on a cold day! We truly appreciate your kind words about our team and are thrilled to know that the food continues to impress. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience! Kind regards, Ginny

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  7. Emi

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, amazing food and Very friendly staff.
    The StablehandResponded on January 11, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback, Emi! We’re so happy to hear that you had amazing food and great service. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Kind regards, Ginny

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  8. Antoine

    London

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Pretty nice moment but service wasn’t really good, also there are some mouses running on the floor inside which could be disturbing. There is a 10 pounds charge for service which isn’t worth it.

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  9. Sara

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Luogo caratteristico, personale gentile e cibo molto buono. Rapporto qualità/prezzo molto buono

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  10. Beth

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very cozy and festive atmosphere. Delicious dinner, great service. We had a lovely Christmas Eve dinner in a quiet setting. Excellent!!
    The StablehandResponded on January 11, 2025
    Hey Beth, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed your cozy Christmas Eve dinner with us, along with the festive atmosphere, delicious food, and great service. We hope to welcome you back soon! Kind regards, Ginny

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FAQs

The Stablehand is rated 4.4 stars by 348 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Stablehand

4 Bathurst Street, Lancaster Gate, London, Greater London W2 2SD

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Paddington
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Contemporary British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
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