Our historic pub dating back to 1723, the Museum Tavern in Bloomsbury was originally called the Dog and Duck. We changed our name in 1759 when the British Museum was built opposite us, but our Victorian bar fittings and gas lanterns still remain to this day. W...
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Top-notch amenities to make sure you have a great time. Here’s what you can expect when you visit The Museum Tavern:
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
WiFi
Delivery
Historic Pub
Celebrate Mother's Day 2026 at The Museum Tavern, Bloomsbury
Whether it’s a family lunch or a special treat for Mum, celebrate Mother’s Day at The Museum Tavern. Enjoy our special three-course set menu, created just for the occasion and served all day on Mother’s Day.
Yes, you read that right - free food and drink is up for grabs for all you newcomers. Download the Greene King app & register, spin the wheel, and you might land yourself a main, pud or pint. No catch, just pure joy (and maybe some gravy).
Free dessert? Tick. Free pub classic? Oh yes. Free pint? Don’t mind if we do. And hey, even if you don’t win, you’ll still have our app now, so you can skip the queue like the legend you are.
Step in 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?
Great food is at the heart of what we do at the Museum Tavern. Maybe it’s the warm welcome you get as soon as you step through the door, or the friendly service that makes you feel right at home.
From iconic classics to bold new pours, there’s a pint with your name on it. Explore our own beers like Flint Eye, Prior Life, Greene King IPA, plus loads more!
Get 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.
With a prettily presented Prussian blue pigment and golden gilded exterior, the Museum Tavern is a popular pub next to the British Museum by Russell Square. Other museum attractions close by include the Charles Dickens Museum and Sir John Soane's Museum. The pub retains many other original features, including mirrors and windows. Outside you can enjoy our beer garden.
The tavern is only a few stops away from international train station London St. Pancras, making us an excellent stopping point to rest and refuel for weary travellers. We’re also the perfect spot for theatre lovers looking for a hearty pub lunch, being a short walk away from both the Dominion and Gillian Lynne theatres. Book your meal with us today.
A pub for all
The Museum Tavern is a cosy English pub serving real ales and traditional food in a family-friendly and dog-friendly environment with free Wi-Fi.
Delicious food and drink for every occasion
Our delicious menu of classic pub meals includes a Sunday roast selection, sharing platters and hot desserts. For meat lovers, we have tasty chicken, crispy pork belly and steaks seared to perfection or juicy vegetarian burgers, grilled cheese and plenty of sides to pick from for vegetarians. Vegan and non-gluten options are also available.
Gift Cards
Give the gift of a cold pint on a hot day, a family catch up, the perfect place to watch the winning goal, and even more, with the Greene King gift card.
