Food is absolutely delicious, especially the steak pie. Beautiful wooden English pub interior. The seats all have outlets to charge your phone. Would love to come back! read more

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Such a lovely pub! The best drinks and such a fun atmosphere. We came twice during our 4 night stay. Definitely recommend for a local place full of character! read more

Had some friends from Phoenix in London as the same time as I was so we thought it would be cool to meet up at a pub and grab some beers and The Cock Tavern was the place that was picked. It's a nice-looking pub , I dig the wood bar and the floors. Its 2 stories so it has plenty of seating, but we were their early afternoon on Wednesday, so it wasn't too busy, just a few locals hanging out. The Cock Tavern is a Samuel Smiths pub and has a nice selection of beers to choose from, from tap to bottled. After checking out the list of beers I went with an organic chocolate stout, this was a great tasting stout. If looking for a no fuss pub go check out the Cock Tavern. read more

The Cock Tavern - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Nice he olde pub just behind Nike town near Oxford St. This is a Samuel Smiths pub and for those unfamiliar with them they are a British brewery that sell Swiss beers, larger, stout etc. They are always cheap in compassion to other pubs in the area and always worth a visit if you can find one. This particular one has a lovely Dickensian feel to it. The bar and fitting seem to be all original from that period. They don't play music in these pubs so can lack atmosphere until you have quite a crowed in which you usually do out of work hours. read more

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It's not obvious, but you can use the name for jokes if you want. Beyond that, this is a Samuel Smith's Pub, which means that despite its cool independent ambiance it features only Samuel Smith's on tap/cask; interestingly, almost entirely beers which are not bottled for American export. The Old Brewery Bitter on cask is the necessary experience, here. A subtle, layered oak-aged ale that begins light and meanders through snaps of floral/woody/caramel richness before sliding quickly back into delicious hard-water mineral tanginess, OBB was one of my first English real cask ales and remained near the top of the list throughout my 40 beer trip. The rest, mostly on tap, are probably fine (had the Extra Stout; quite good), but I can't imagine any are as good as the OBB. Or as good as the excellent bottled Imperial Stout, event (which we get pre-aged in America. Like we get the Sam Smith Winter Warmer (bottled in June) in November. Thanks, distributors.) The day I strolled through was sunny, and the happy hour crowd was gathered inside/outside. Didn't exactly want to be anywhere else. read more

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I love this place! The beer is cold, bartenders are helpful and the place is just so cool, a must goto place.

I really enjoyed The Cock. The Cock is something I will highly reccomend to my friends. The drinks served here were stiff. I wish i could find The Cock in more locations. The ladies accompanying me also loved the cock. We spent a Long time there drinking the Stiff beverages the cock provided us with. I suggest everyone look up pictures of the cock to get a idea of what it looks like before coming read more

The name says it all. Great pub with affordable beers. I think the layout and design is great. It's got nice historical charm to it. read more

A good old Sammy Smiths pub with oodles of character. Actually it was Huddy H who first took me here with her cousin and they were telling me how her mum use to drink there as a girl. Now that was pretty cool! The only thing that knocks a star off this place is some of the idiots that drink here. The TopShop staff who spill out onto the bar after their shift and sit with all their attitude in the only available seats, holding them for their friends who wont be finished for a hour, with their stupid "designer" coats. It does make for grerat people watching though! Totally affordable, bundles of character and friendly staff. A quality boozer. read more

This is a nice Sam Smiths just off Oxford Circus. It's got two floors and good ambience - no loud TVs or blaring pub games. There's also a big table upstairs if you come with a group. And definitely, most definitely try the Organic Chocolate Stout! It's worth the price. (Though most of the other beers aren't pricy - pints on tap are quite a good deal, in fact.) read more

This is a brilliant pub. It's hard to believe that it's part of a chain as it's got bags of character and old Victorian charm. I love the interior, the guilding on the ceiling is great and it's brilliant to be able to enjoy a whiskey in front of real coal fire in a pub in the centre of London. What's even more special is the fact that I can do all of this for next to nothing. The prices are fantastically cheap and the staff are always friendly and full of banter. I love this pub and I will be going back for more! It's a perfect watering hole for the beginning of a big night on the town. read more

There's nothing wrong with this pub, nothing at all. It's just... a Sam Smith's pub with nothing to shout about. The plus side is that it's good to know there's a decent pub around the corner from Oxford Circus, but it won't blow you away. That said, as with most Sam Smith's pubs, it's a pretty building. Not too busy either, so there was table space a plenty. One of those places that is made by the people you're with, not because it's a destination venue. Luckily, I was with fabulous Qype people, so we had much fun. I've no doubt I'll find myself in here again, which is fine with me. But I'm not going to trek across town to get here. read more

Atmosphere is a lot livelier than a few other pubs around the area, having a lot more character (and people). Prices are very affordable for London; probably why there is adraw to this bar compared to others. The mix of folks gives the place really makes the place, plus the name. I will drop by here next time I am in the area. read more

We were looking for an authentic London pub to grab some fish and chips and beer. This place delivered well on this. Very local and quaint atmosphere with historic decor. They have a great selection of locally brewed Samuel smith beers (nothing you would typically see like Heineken, corona, etc.). If you can't choose and enjoy one of the at least 20 beers from this brewer you probably don't know much about beer. Both of ours were great. Food was good too. Very reasonably priced as well. read more

If you're walking around this area and you need to show some tourists a classic looking pub, then this is the place. If you're walking around this area and you need to make someone with a dirty mind laugh, then this is the place. Either way you're all set. read more

Fantastic pub! I might say that I would travel from afar to this fair watering hole... but I don't have to so ha. This Samuel Smith's joint doesn't at all cultivate a 'chain' feel. Enjoy the (very affordable) selection of beers on tap, friendly staff and cosy 'English pub' atmosphere. I might also add that the very affable group of mendicant-gentlemen often found clustered in the south-west corner will give you great banter, don't underestimate the power of the street. read more

It's Samuel Smiths, so it's cheap. It's also incredibly close to the Qype office, so is ideal for an after-work pint (or two). As the weather was so nice we were drinking outside, so I can't tell you much about the inside. On the street outside they do have seating though, which is a nice addition. read more

The Cock Tavern - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Went here recently with a gaggle of some of my favourite folks from Qype and had a really nice time. Comfortable, pubby, accommodating: I love Samuel Smith pubs and this one's as good as any. Its biggest assets also lend to the only disadvantage of a visit here - the Fitzrovia location makes it brilliant as a central London meeting point and the cheap (but good) beer means a few pints won't hurt the wallet nearly as much as at most pubs nearby. But inexpensive beer in a convenient setting almost guarantees it'll be full up and finding a spare table can be difficult. read more

The Cock is my new 'lets meet in town after work for drinks' pub and although it is a little more expensive than most old man pubs it's in a really convenient place and on weekdays it is never too full if you get down there early. Chilled atmosphere, a good selection of booze and plenty of seating space both upstairs and downstairs - perfect for weekday catch ups! read more

"Excuse me... could you point me in the direction of The Cock?" Thank you Cock Tavern, thank you for making me look like a weird Northerner, cottaging in the busy throng of Oxford Circus. Aside from initial blushes, The Cock is a decent old-school ale house in the middle of a load of modern stuff. If someone asks you where the pub is, your answer should be along the lines of "1963". Of course, for people who find themselves yearning for chrome bars and neon bar-staff with lazer tip-jars and the like, this is a pub that will appal you. It shouldn't though because, in essence, you've got a good bargain bucket boozer that serves good pints. There's a good mixed crowd in The Cock (which, for the record, never becomes a normal thing to say) which are all there to chat and drink beer. It's almost refreshingly antiquated. I clearly enjoyed myself in there as I got there at 4pm and didn't leave 'til after 11pm. Of course, it was the company that made my time in there so insanely enjoyable, but The Cock is a pub that facilitates it. Beer, no juke, no TV, nothing to fight against. Lovely stuff. read more

At last!! A pub that is not a chain! They only serve house products (ie. you won't find your usual lager here). But boy do they have good replacements! It's your usual pub, full of old(er) men and slightly greasy tables, but will encourage you to try new draughts. Give it a go. read more

A perfectly nice Sam smiths pub a stones throw from the hustle and bustle of Oxford street. There isn't much to choose between these places, this one wasn't as crowded as some I've been to, which made it a good location for some after work drinks with friends. read more

I like the Cock. It's a Sam Smiths pub which means good beer at reasonable prices. It has two large areas downstairs served by the same bar and an upstairs part. I like it in winter as it has a sizeable fire downstairs. It can get busy even on weekdays which is a problem sometimes. Anyway, my top tip is a few pints here and a carnitas burrito from Benitos Hat round the corner. read more

Solid Sam Smiths in the centre of town. No messing about with the formula, but it's worth mentioning they do have the cask version of Old Brewery Bitter on tap. And very nice it was too. I love the feel of this place - classic central London boozer, unspoilt, and with some nice features such as the giant lamps outside. In the summer (and now) people will spill out onto the street and annoy the estate agent next door read more

Great pub close enough to the circus. Great pint list which is important and not full of tourists.

A very attractive if somewhat smaller Sam Smith's pub unexpectedly lacking in any kind of chanticlair motif. Can't be beat for location or price and surprising uncrowded on a Saturday evening. It's a very comfy place with that great old man's feel. And it's nice and quiet so conversation is possible. A really good place to start or end the evening. read more

Traditional London boozer just off Oxford Circus. The best thing about the Cock Tavern is the fact it's a Sam Smiths pub so you're guaranteed a nice cheap pint just seconds away from the shopping hell that is Oxford Street. read more

Despite being in such a central location this pub is very reasonably priced. It's a Samuel Smith's pub so not got the greatest personality. Had a nice traditional bar though and you won't get much better prices this central. Good place for a couple of pints! read more

Yet another Sam Smith's gem. Casting around for somewhere to have lunch I walked in not realising it was a Sam Smith's pub. Wonderful wood panelling and typical Sam Smith's layout. Sam Smith's seem to be changing their crisp supplier so they were completely out of crisps and nuts. The place is plastered with notices asking punters to be thoughtful if drinking outside, so presumably this is part of the culture here. As Miss Rachelle and others have noted, the oversized lamp outside is a sight in itself.......The upstairs dining room is especially nice read more

cheep as chips and lots of fun ... always end up getting a little bit drunk ( if there is such a thing as a little bit drunk) on Alpine... at just over £2 a pint that cant be bad ! Gets a bit busy Thurs and Friday but that adds to the charm! read more

The only thing I don't like about The Cock is that it's nearly impossible to find a place to sit after 5. It's so close to my uni and admittedly it's a novelty with the name (though how many times have people made jokes about the name? I'm sure it's gotten old :/). The pints are great and cheap, as is expected from a Sam Smiths. Just wish there was more seating is all. read more

The Cock Tavern is a lively pub in a very convenient location close to Oxford circus. It's just set back from Oxford St in Fitzrovia, but the crowd seemed mostly post-work media/rag-trade types rather than tourists. There is nothing particularly amazing about the pub inside, but as with most Samuel Smith pubs, it has a couple of unusual features such as the bar-back and a nice old fireplace. It also has 4 MASSIVE lanterns hanging outside! Definitely worth a visit for a pint or 2. read more

lovely little pub with 2 benches outside to watch the world go by while you enjoy your cheap pint. Very comfy inside and out, really enjoyed our drinks here read more