The Falcon — Restaurant in London

Met a friend at 11am for what turned out to be a whole day session lasting until around 8pm - that's why my spend was so high but it does include food. The Falcon is conveniently located close to Clapham Junction Railway Station which given it was a cold wet day was very welcome. On entering the pub it was pleasantly warm with only a few drinkers sat at the tables. I immediately liked the atmosphere and ambience. A splendidly preserved Victorian pub with a large range of real ales and lagers on tap. I went and stayed with the 4% Harvey's Sussex bitter which was great for the long haul. Clear and hoppy it was the perfect accompaniment to good conversation. Got to about 1pm and we had a look at the menu and both went for a steakwich with triple cooked chips which was very tasty. As it was Christmas I had to give in to my weakness for Christmas Pudding and brandy sauce. People began drifting in from work and by 5pm it was getting busy, at 6pm it was crammed with friendly patrons creating a lively atmosphere. The serving staff did a great job of handling the sustained rush dealing with people in the order of arrival at the bar. I liked The Falcon and...

OK, here we go. Went in to see friends and watch a football game. Friends didn't arrive on the time frame arranged! Looked for a seat just to watch the game. Sat in the inside area where more seats were available. End sitting on the bar stool on the left side of the bar. That bar section was not maned for some reason. So I had to seat at the bar, but had to go to the front to order. No worries all good. Left my jacket and went to order. Since was a small que, I decided to order 2 pints just to avoid getting up and going to order. Mind, that the game was coming to a close... Plus didn't want to loose my seat! Ordered 2 pints of Ale, got 2 pints of lager. Found out after I had gone back to my seat and sat and after 3min on the phone with friends for directions etc.... Paid 13.80 don't know if that is the price for lager or ale...maybe I'm a bit picky but that how my afternoon went by!!! Didn't want to go back and change the order.. I saw that the lady behind the bar was busy... So OK lager it is... Maybe I pressed one star out of frustration.. I'm sorry!! Will give another go to this pub not on game days to see how everything pans...

Legendary pub situated nearby to Clapham Junction. Always worth a visit with its quirky interior and extra long bar. Not sure they can claim the longest bar with the section round the back converted into high seating for customers though now.

Staff were friendly, but £7.50 for a pint of Paulaner is way over the top. No wonder it was quiet and I didn’t stay for another. Had a pint of Poretti (which was nicer)in Spoons over the road after which was buzzing for a fraction of the price. Ale is about £3 there too so you don’t think twice about having something else.

Nicholsons need to sort their pricing out to align with competitors as it’s a no brainer where to go in future. Hopefully this gets fed back as staff are fine as is the venue.

Edit: completely disagree as this is one of the most expensive pubs in the immediate and wider area. £7.50 for a pint...