The Dog & Duck — Restaurant in London

🚇 Winchmore Hill 🍺 £5.80 Guinness

The Dog & Dog is located in a quiet side street just off Bourne Hill at the southern end of Winchmore Hill in North London. The nearest station is Winchmore Hill mainline.

This pub was originally two cottages, which in the eighteenth century gained a licence to sell ale. The pub you see today was built in 1861 and is named after Dog and Duck Lane which was Bourne Hill’s previous moniker.

This is a traditionally decorated one bar pub that has a warm, welcoming and cosy feel. The servery is located on the left hand side and has beautiful wood panelling and an ornate glass gantry above. To the left of the servery are a couple of poser tables next to etched glass windows and a large Tv with trophies above. The main bar area has a long comfy banquette with small circular tables in front, there is also a tartan carpet that runs throughout. At the back of the bar is a fireplace which was lit and smelt amazing. At the rear of the pub is a partially covered beer garden with a large Tv.

The beer line up is a selection of familiar favourites and included one cask ale. As this is an Irish owned pub, I decided to try the Guinness, my pint was excellent, price point was below average. The pub doesn’t serve food at present but they are serving complimentary Irish Stew on St Patrick’s Day.

I arrived at 12pm on a sunny but chilly Saturday lunchtime in March. The pub had just opened and had a couple of lads in who were enjoying a lunchtime pint. The atmosphere was chilled and relaxed with an 80’s and 90’s soundtrack playing in the background. The service was fantastic, I had lovely chat with the Manager and a friendly member of the team.

The pub hosts live music and shows live sport including Six Nations, Premier League and Horse Racing.

This is a fantastic traditional locals pub that was a great place to spend time in. The warm hospitality, superb Guinness and comfortable surroundings make for a first class London pub experience. Get @thedogandduck_winchmorehill on your to visit list.

📅 1st March 2025

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