The Crown

My in-laws were visiting from the US and wanted to try some traditional pub food. We stopped at a couple of Green King pubs, but the traditional offerings were a bit lacking. So we sorta just strolled around and luckily found The Crown. The menu had more traditional offerings, so we decided to give it a shot. The ground floor was packed, so we headed upstairs. There we found a small, quiet room with a few people quietly having dinner. There were a few tables open, and we sat down under a photo of a painting of Mozart. Very cool. And on the walls were pasted pieces of sheet music. Upon investigating the connection, it turns out The Crown was built on the site of The Hickford Rooms, an 18th century concert hall where Mozart performed when he was only 9! So we were having dinner in a very special place. Dante, our server, was fantastic. And the food was delicious. Unfortunately, they were out of their signature pie, but I and my father-in-law decided to try the fish pie. My mother-in-law went with the sweet potato & goat’s cheese pie. Each pie also came with a side of oven roasted carrots, cabbage & peas. The meals were delicious and filling. Overall a wonderful experience.

I recently dined at this remarkable restaurant and encountered a minor hiccup when my burger was overcooked. However, Jazz's (the owner) response was truly exceptional. He personally apologized and crafted a new burger, which turned out to be the best I've had in years. The owner's caring and dedication to customer satisfaction were truly appreciated, and I highly recommend this restaurant for both its delicious food and outstanding service. Davide

My wife and I have eaten very well in London. This pub was the highlight of an already neon-yellow week. The Bangers and Mash was incredible with creamy mash and a rich onion gravy. The Nourish Bowl Salad was a phenomenal dish with oriental and middle eastern flavors. It was complex, and hearty. The gin selection was great. The staff was kind and knowledgeable and the atmosphere was relaxed and very comfortable.