McGlynns Free House in London WC1H

About us

Apart from offering a large selection of beers, wines and spirits, we also have a great restaurant to satisfy your appetite.

If you are looking for a quick pint, an evening out or just a good meal, McGlynn’s is the place to come.

Our kitchen is open from 11am – 2pm and 5.30 – 9pm, Monday to Friday,

serving a range of delicious home cooked food, including vegetarian options.

Facilities

Beer gardenFoodOutside areaReal aleDartboardDJKaraokeLive musicQuiz nightsFootballTerrestrial TV

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Reviews

921 reviews

4.4/5

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8 months ago

🚇Kings Cross St Pancras 🍺 £5.80 Guinness ❤️ One of London’s finest Irish pubs. . Tucked away in the backstreets of Kings Cross and away from tourists and travellers fresh off the train is McGlynn’s Free House. The nearest Tube is Kings Cross St Pancras which is just a few minutes walk away. . This pub was built in 1851 and started life as The Duke of Wellington. The pub is Grade II listed and is surrounded by characterful Victorian buildings on cobbled streets, this makes this area one of the most atmospheric parts of Kings Cross. . The decor here is oldschool traditional and features trinkets and items that nod to Ireland’s past. This one bar pub is set out in an “L” shape and has a cosy feel to it. The walls are painted cream and have all manner of bric-a-brac hanging from them including a beautiful wooden clock bearing the pubs name. There is plenty of seating which is a mixture of red leather banquettes, pews and low level tables and chairs. The hallmark of any proper old school boozer is a red carpet, McGlynn’s didn’t disappoint. One observation is that this pub is immaculately clean. . The beer line up was good and included two cask ales, normally there are three available. No visit to an Irish pub would be complete without trying the Guinness. We all really enjoyed our pints, one of the best I’ve had for some time, and reasonably priced. The pub has served food in the past but isn’t serving food at present. . We arrived just after 6pm on a Saturday evening. As you walk in you immediately feel the friendly vibe that is ever present here. The pub was busy with a mix of locals, a few travellers and those in the know. We were served by a very welcoming member of staff who served us in no time at all. I was with my Brother and Nephew who were visiting McGlynn’s for the first time, they absolutely loved everything about the pub. . @mcglynnskingscross is one of the best Irish pubs in London. The welcome, the atmosphere, the decor and architecture and of course the @guinness will keep you coming back for more. This is a must visit London pub, Slainté. . ℹ️ Info correct on visiting 22/07/23

Joseph Salerno

8 months ago

Traditional Irish pub in downtown London. Kind servers, good beer and comfortable indoor and outdoor seating. Cool place to 'check in'!

Jacky Benjamin Tollestrup

10 months ago

Food service has been discontinued for the time being. This is a lovely pub for a pint. They pour Guiness all day so the cask stays fresh. Some good dry cider is available as well.

Stanley Dunthorne

2 years ago

Lovely pub, great atmosphere sat outside on a quiet side street just 5 mins walk from Kings Cross. Very reasonably priced - £20 or so for three pints and a double gin and tonic. Staff were all pleasant and we managed to get some nice toasties (£5) in the evening despite them being on the lunch menu. Excellent all round.

Marcin Marcin

3 years ago

One of my favourite pubs in London. A very unusual atmosphere, very friendly and nice, almost familiar. I would like to have this pub next to my home. Really and unexpected stunning place. Inside but you are feeling like outside of London.