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Summary
This “really outstanding local” in St John’s Wood was once a royal hunting lodge frequented by the future King Edward VII for assignations with the actress Lillie Langtry. Saved from developers four years ago, it was relaunched as a “dog-friendly pub” with food well above average gastroboozer standard.
Summary
“It’s not only the fact that Edward VII was a regular”, which makes this hostelry hidden away in St John’s Wood “a great local”. It started out as a Victorian hunting lodge where the future king conducted his affair with the actress Lillie Langtry, was a pub, and then – after a period of being vacant – was rescued from the developers to pave the way for its relaunch a couple of years ago. Modern day attractions include a “Sunday roast that’s particularly good”, while “the new conservatory comes recommended”.
Summary
“It’s not only the fact that Edward VII was a regular”, which makes this hostelry hidden away in St John’s Wood “a great local”. It started out as a Victorian hunting lodge where the future king conducted his affair with the actress Lillie Langtry, was a pub, and then – after a period of being vacant – was rescued from the developers to pave the way for its relaunch a couple of years ago. Modern day attractions include a “Sunday roast that’s particularly good”, while “the new conservatory comes recommended”.
Summary
“Wonderful local pub”, hidden-away in St John’s Wood (where, back in the day, Edward VII used to conduct his affair with Lillie Langtry). Rescued from the developers, and relaunched last year, it still has yet to attract a big following amongst reporters, but food ratings are fair, and it’s worth a go for its marvellous interior (enhanced by the addition of a new conservatory).
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The Clifton Restaurant Diner Reviews

"Sunday Lunch potatoes undercooked and roast beef over cooked and tough. Acoustics poor and resteraunt very noisy"
Prices
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Wine per bottle | £21.00 |
Filter Coffee | £3.00 |
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Service | 12.50% |
96 Clifton Hill, London, NW8 0JT
Opening hours
Monday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
Tuesday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
Wednesday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
Thursday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
Friday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
Saturday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
Sunday | 12 pm‑9 pm |
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