Duke of Wellington
London
Arrive early on weekends to get a good outdoor seat for people-watching during market hours.
Located on the iconic Portobello Road in Notting Hill, the Duke of Wellington is a vibrant and inviting pub known for serving classic British dishes. This establishment is a quintessential spot for experiencing the traditional London pub atmosphere, highlighted by a wide selection of cask ales and a commitment to fresh, locally sourced ingredients. With its dog-friendly policy, the pub attracts a diverse clientele. It's a great place for socializing, whether enjoying a leisurely meal or simply savoring a drink. The Duke of Wellington offers an excellent location for people-watching, particularly from its outdoor seating area. It is conveniently positioned within walking distance from both Notting Hill Gate and Ladbroke Grove tube stations, making it easily accessible for locals and tourists alike. The pub's storied past includes being featured in the opening scenes of the film Notting Hill and hosting celebrated musicians. It additionally provides spaces for hosting parties or events, with options both on the main floor and a more private setting upstairs. The Duke of Wellington combines historical charm with a relaxed environment, making it suitable for various occasions, whether intimate gatherings or day-away meetings.
Reviews
Location is good- right by portobello market. The staff are friendly and attentive. We were sat down by the manager/host who was very friendly. Our server was Mo- incredible costumer service: attentive, nice, quick, funny and most importantly personal. Mo really made the dining experience unforgettable and he deserves the praise for it. The food was ok. We had a beef wellington and a beef roast- both were slightly dry and lacked any flavour. The beef wellington wasn’t much of a wellington and was overcooked. The standard of the food doesn’t really justify the price tag. Overall, seems like more of a place to go to wind down after walking through portobello street and grabbing a cold drink enjoyed with great costumer service. Verdict: food ok, costumer service incredible
The food was meh. The poached egg was not poached. It was cold. Beer was good though. Ambient too. Also almost 45 minutes to an hour to get us 3 English breakfast. Service was rude, like not wanting to be there and not helpful at all. The app they make you download doesn’t work. Wouldn’t recommend to eat here. 30 pounds and it was *not good*.
I came her for a Sunday roast and it was a lovely time! The chicken was some of the best I’ve ever had. The vibes were also very cozy, and the service was exactly what it needed to be.
Had a beautiful Sunday Roast and terrine. Didn’t know what to expect as it was our first time having both but it was so good! Beef was tender and juicy and the terrine was such a surprise. It was rich and savory. Paired so perfectly well with the pickles and mustard. Staff were fantastic! Our main was actually forgotten but we had such a great time we didn’t realize. One of the staff noticed us looking around immediately and knew we were missing a meal even though he wasn’t the one who had helped us in the beginning. Got two drinks on the house that we wasted on a cold soda and hot chocolate (we no longer drink), but the hot chocolate tasted so rich to my surprise! Would’ve loved to have just one more cup.
