Pub of the Week: The Duke of York, Southwark

Situated in London’s busy Borough district, just a short stroll from the River Thames and the foodie heaven of Borough Market, the Duke of York is an elegant corner pub that attracts a colourful mix of students, office workers and locals.

There has been a pub here since at least the 1820s, although the current building is a rather grand late Victorian affair that has been Grade II listed since 1998.

For a period in the late 1970s and early 1980s, as a brewpub, it was known as the Goose and Firkin, subsequently reverting to its original name.

The pub is a popular dining destination. The current menu includes a variety of shortcrust pastry pies, including chicken, bacon and asparagus, alongside a range of toasted paninis.
There is also an extensive selection of burgers and sandwiches from which to choose.

The surrounding area has an historic connection with the brewing industry – the grand old Hop Exchange, now offices, is close by – and fittingly there is a fine range of beer pouring at the Duke.

At the bar you will find Whitstable Bay Blonde Lager, Spitfire Lager, Whitstable Bay Red IPA, Bear Island East Coast Pale Ale, Samuel Adams Boston Lager, Amstel Lager and Sam Miguel Spanish Lager. Also available is Spitfire Amber Ale, Angry Orchard Cider, Guinness and Strongbow Dark Fruits.

The pub is open Monday through to Saturday from 11am until 11pm, with food served daily from 12noon until 9pm. The Duke of York is closed all day Sunday.

For more information, visit the pub's website or call the team on 0207 4033590.