Welcome to
Bow Street Tavern
Serving the best
Food & Drinks
The best place for
Parties & Events
Sing your heart out in our
Karaoke Bar
Covent Garden's best pub for
Live Sport
Food Served
12pm - 9pm
Roof terrace in the heart of London
Nestled in the heart of Theatreland, spans five floors of history and charm.
Steeped in connections to the legendary Bow Street Runners, London’s first police force, this iconic venue, dating back to 1763, offers the perfect setting for your next celebration. Whether it’s enjoying summer vibes on the roof terrace, relaxing in cosy nooks in the main bar, or hosting private events, we have something for everyone. Indulge in a menu that brings together the best of pub classics, from golden, crispy fish & chips to irresistible sharing platters and everything in between.
With summer on the horizon, explore our quirky outdoor spaces. Discover your new year-round haven in Covent Garden – the roof terrace on the top floor offers stunning views of the West End while providing a serene escape, making it the ideal spot for golden hour gatherings, private parties, or simply sipping cocktails in the sunshine. On the first floor, the vibrant and fully covered terrace is perfect for after-work drinks, with heating for those cooler evenings, right in the heart of central London.
Planning a party?
Whether it’s a birthday bash, engagement party, business meeting or even hen do, we’ve got the perfect place for any celebration. Boasting five floors of stunning pub space, you’ll struggle to find a pub with more going on.
Our drinks packages are available to get the party started, and our party packages are perfect to keep everyone going into the night.
Food & Drinks
From hearty pub classics like our fish and chips and burgers, to modern favourites like our tacos, our chefs use the best of the British seasons to create our unique menus. Every dish is created with flair, and packed with bold flavours making our menus different to any pub around.
Pair your meal with our renowned selection of ice-cold beers, creative cocktails, and, of course, the best margaritas in town. Whether you’re here for a casual bite or a night out, we’ve got something for every craving.
Women's Six Nations
Catch all the live action from the Women’s Six Nations 2025, as we show every game live.
Can reigning champions England keep their title for the seventh year running or will they be toppled from the podium? You’ll have to join us to watch all the nail-biting action.
And to make it even better, when you book a table for 4 or more to dine during any game, the first round of Guinness is on us!
Covent Garden's best pub
Whether it’s enjoying one of our pub classics like fish and chips or a burger in the main pub, booking out the first floor and terrace for a private party, presenting in a work meeting in our private room, singing your hear out in the karaoke room, or soaking up the sun on the rooftop… (catches breath) we really do have it all!
Sunday Best
Look no further for the best Sunday roast in Covent Garden.
Tender cuts of meat (and of course veggie options), crispy roasties, fresh seasonal vegetables, giant Yorkies and lashings of proper gravy.
Live Sport
From football to rugby, cricket to horse racing, if you’re looking to catch any live sport from the pub – and let’s face it there’s no better place to watch sport, you’ve come to the right place.
With SKY & TNT playing on screens throughout the pub on all floors, you’re spoilt for choice. Let us know what fixtures you want to watch and we’ll do our best to get you front row seats.
Ascend to the Rooftop
Cocktail flights at dizzy heights, our margarita flights are best enjoyed on the rooftop, overlooking the West End.
Whether you’re booking for after work drinks with a few friends or booking the rooftop exclusively for a celebration, there’s space for up to 35 guests to soak up the sun.
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