Pub of the Week: The Westminster Arms, London

The Westminster Arms is a busy pub situated very close to the Houses of Parliament and the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre, in the heart of political London.

On the smaller side, but bustling with life, the pub is popular with politicians, tourists, journalists and conference attendees, as well as actors and models, and has served many famous faces including Desmond Tutu, Bill Clinton, and Angelina Jolie. It is the local for many a famous face in British politics, and is equipped with its own division bell.

The main bar, with its friendly and traditional British pub feel, is at street level.  Head upstairs for the peaceful and attractive separate dining room, or down to the basement to discover the charming Storey’s Wine Bar, with its cosy wooden booths and flagstone floor.

For the hungry, The Westminster Arms serves up a menu of appetising pub classics, burgers and sandwiches, plus some seasonal specials. The Steak & Spitfire ale pie, served with mash, cabbage and leeks is a very popular choice.

On the bar you will find a good range of cask ales, usually with at least five to choose from, plus seasonal and guest beers, lagers and cider. There is an extensive list of wines from around the world, plus all your usual spirits and soft drinks.

The pub is the perfect place to stop after a visit to Westminster Abbey, and ideal for a working lunch, or just pop in and soak up the post-work atmosphere with a pint at the bar.

The upstairs of the Westminster Arms is also available for private hire, and can accommodate all kinds of functions, from birthday parties to board meetings, with a range of catering options available.

To find out more, visit the pub’s website, or call one of the team on 020 7222 8520.