The Wells Tavern

During our stay in London enjoyed lunch at Wells Tavern and liked it so much that we came back for dinner on our last night. Both times were impressed with food in regards to variety, presentation, preparation and taste. Typically Pub fare tends to be lots of gravy, sausages, chips or mash, battered fish etc. which while once in a while is ok, can feel heavy especially during the summer months. Wells Tavern is an exception to this with a more up to date, lighter selection of menu items. From their excellent soups to the main courses, right to desert whoever does the cooking there knows what what their doing. Overall a nice down to earth tavern feel with a an elevated, up to date menu catering to a more health conscious clientele. Well done!

I was spending the afternoon in Hampstead, and wandered into here on a very hot afternoon. They had fans running which was welcome. Excellent Bloody Mary. The owner has chosen some wonderful artwork to decorate the walls. I discovered an artist that I was able to get a print of the original from the London Transport Museum.

Beatifully located with good selection of beers, they even have wheat beer which is rare for London pubs! Only had food once but the burger and the apple crumble we had were amazing. One of my favourite pubs in London. The vibe there is great, especially in warmer months with people chilling and drinking outside in the quiet leafy street.

The Wells Tavern is the closest thing you can get to a countryside sort of vibe in the area, with its warm and welcoming ambience and its quality food and drink. It’s the perfect place to spend an evening with your friends or family, or to impress a date, and is just a short stroll from the Heath. I highly recommend you take the time to have at least a drink here. You won’t regret it!