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The Stablehand, London, Greater London

The Stablehand

4.5
4.5
363 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
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

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Experiences

  • Lunch experience

    £14.95 per person

    16 Feb 2025 - 16 Apr 2025
    Our Head Chef has carefully crafted a select variety of dishes showcasing quality British produce, including vegetables from local allotments and fish fresh from the Atlantic. Where we are unable to find an ingredient in Britain, we look to source them from countries and territories with close ties to us, such as our lemons from Gibraltar. We offer a selection of sharing dishes and light bites if you fancy some nibbles with your pint, or opt for our tempting main dishes featuring favourites such as Fish & Chips, Steak & Kidney Pie, and of course a classic roast dinner which is served every Sunday. We are delighted to offer our lunch menu with either 2 courses for £14.95 or 3 courses for £18.95, available Monday to Saturday.
    Lunch experience 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 363 people are saying

The Stablehand reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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Diners' Choice Awards

  • West London

    British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Stablehand offers a welcoming atmosphere with "very friendly staff" and "excellent food." Located near Paddington Station, this gastropub serves "traditional British dishes" with a "classy style." Diners rave about the "incredible" scallops and "amazing" lamb, while the "Sunday roast" is a standout. Highly recommended for a cozy dining experience.
363 Reviews
  1. suzi

    Las Vegas7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very cozy pub that’s great for catching up with friends. Good menu with great scotch eggs.

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  2. John

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Did not like dog next to our table - kept shaking out flees should not be allowed in a restaurant. Dish Pie was good, broccoli in dish impossible to eat with knife and fork. Scallops undercooked. Part raw egg on Bubble and squeak. No tip given.

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  3. George

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    If you want a great meal with great service, then you must visit The Stablehand. One of the best meals I have had in my numerous trips to London and one not to miss out on when you visit but you must pre book to guarantee yourself a seat at the table. It is definitely worth the trip and the Sunday Roast was the best I have had.

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  4. Adriano

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve really appreciated the restaurant, food was yummy also and the waiters were very polite as well! Thank you so w

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  5. Luke VIP

    London13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an excellent meal with visiting friends. This was well presented English cuisine and drinks, in a lovely venue with really friendly staff. The English wines are surprisingly good and all of our food was just great. Highly recommend!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Cambridge1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place, tucked out the way in pretty part of town. Yummy food, attentive service.

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  7. Liam

    London11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 12 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great place for classic pub food with classy style

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  8. Michael

    London3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great evening. It was quiet and we had a table position as asked at time of reservation. Friendly service. I am not sure putting the fish on the mushy peas is a great idea as it results in a soggy batter on the bottom of the fish (fish and chips choice). Still, a beautiful pub and a wonderful evening.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service and good value for the quality of dining, in a nice location.
    The StablehandResponded on 3 March 2025
    Thank you for your lovely review! Regards, Ginny

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  10. AEFF

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely staff good food and lovely setting. Will definately come again !
    The StablehandResponded on 3 March 2025
    Hi, Thank you for your kind words! Kind regards, ginny

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The Stablehand is rated 4.5 stars by 363 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Stablehand

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

Additional information

  • Area
    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
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace
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