Carlton Tavern, Exclusive Hire

I go to this little pub at least once a week, often more, alone or with dog walking friends. I often eat there. It's just by the entrance to the Rec, so it's perfect as an interlude during a dog walk or as the last stop before going home. The menu is great, with an unusually good selection of plant based options (although I wish there were more). The menu had a spring revamp recently, it's different but just as good. The staff are all friendly, welcoming and helpful. Very laid back and dog friendly. And for London, the prices aren't bad (appreciating that pubs are up against it due to rising costs and taxes). A lovely relaxed little boozer. Clearly I'm not alone, because it is very popular. (PS the dishes I'm asked to click on to post the review aren't on the current menu so I just picked something at random)

Best pub in the area by far! I was staying in the area for around 7 months and this pub, along with the staff; made me want to move back! The food was always awesome, the quiz nights were great fun (probably one of the best, and I’ve been around a good few quiz nights!) and they put on some great evenings in the run up to Christmas too (best Xmas jumper, Xmas quiz night (with some awesome prizes - pictured with our dog Frank) music nights, wine tasting…) Super dog friendly too, which is awesome for swinging by after a walk in Paddington recreation ground. I love a beer or two and they always had a great tap list and rotating regularly as well. Back onto the food - had one of the best ever steak pies here, was a pie special one week and the thing was not only huge, but perfect pastry to filling ratio and tasty as hell! Can’t wait to stop by next time I’m in town!

I first learned of this pub in 2015 when it was illegally demolished and ordered to be rebuilt and vowed to visit one day. Today was that day. Firstly, the pub itself manages to exude plenty of atmosphere and is clearly faithful to the original building. It also offered a welcoming and cosy environment in which to enjoy my drinks. The bar is very well stocked and offers a wide range of craft beers as well as 2 cask ales. I opted to try both cask beers and found them to be well kept and very reasonably priced for the area at £5 a pint. The menu is short and sweet, I opted for the Fish and Chips and found the meal to be delicious. The fish was fried to perfection and again was a fairly reasonable £16.50 The bar staff were friendly and welcoming too, which is always a bonus. I will definitely be returning and would recommend it to anyone