Top-notch amenities to make sure you have a great time. Here’s what you can expect when you visit The Golden Lion:
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Step into spring with our seasonal specials menu. Our carefully selected dishes are crafted with quality for a symphony of freshness and flavour in every bite. What are you in the mood for?
Book a tableFor special occasions or quiet date nights – try our Dining Room Experience next time you have something to celebrate.
Secure your seatWe proudly serve freshly cooked traditional pub food throughout the week. Vegan, vegetarian and non-gluten containing options are also available.
View our dish highlightsFind out what makes us special at The Golden Lion and come and join us!
Gather your mates, grab yourselves a cocktail sharer (or a few – we don't judge,) and sip on good times with us. Whether it's Friday drinks or just a quick one after work, there's always tasty, refreshing cocktails guaranteed. The sun shining? Not guaranteed.
Explore our spring drinksFrom post-work drinks to Saturday sessions, there's an outdoor space in St James's just waiting to welcome you. So, text the group chat, grab a table and enjoy the classic British weather, rain or shine.
Find UsHere at the Golden Lion, we love dogs great and small, so bring your four-legged friends and relax in our dog-friendly pub.
Find UsTry one of our fantastic premium beers: Level Head Session IPA. Beers centuries in the making.
Book your table with usGet your fill of traditional pub fare and tuck into a hearty Sunday roast. Cooked to perfection and served with all the classic trimmings, our roasts are a celebration of quality - simple yet spectacular.
Book for Sunday RoastFrom meetings to birthday parties, we have function rooms available for hire - no matter the occasion.
Make an enquiryOnly a stone’s throw from Buckingham Palace, The Golden Lion was most recently rebuilt in 1900. However our history dates all the way back to the 16th century,. Our venue boasts stained glass windows and a dark wood interior, along with an upstairs ‘theatre bar’ which features memorabilia from the former St James's Theatre, which stood next door between 1835 and 1957. Book today.
We’re a family-friendly and dog-friendly environment that’s easily accessible by tube. The Golden Lion is located within easy reach of St James’s Park and a host of well-known attractions, including Spencer House and the King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Memorial. Find out for yourself why the Golden Lion is popular with locals and tourists alike when you visit.
Boasting a delicious range of classic dishes alongside an extensive drinks menu, there’s something for everyone to enjoy, whether you’re planning a hearty lunch during a day’s sightseeing, or just having a relaxing drink after work. We’re proud to say our menu is packed with Great British pub food classics, including irresistible dishes like our hand-battered cod and chips, sausages and mash and pan seared steaks.
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