One of London’s Top 5 Pubs
Directly opposite the Tricycle Theatre the Black Lion bar is a comfortable, popular and aesthetically appealing pub.
The Venue
The decor of the Black Lion is unusual but beautiful. The ceiling is nothing short of decadent artistry with ornate decoration and chandeliers contributing to a real wowing of the senses. The ceiling is Grade II listed. Gold in colour of choice, which works to create a sense of drinking in a Victorian ballroom as much as a pub in Kilburn, North London. The long bar is directly in front of the entrance and is large enough not to make you feel squashed when queuing for a drink. The venue has a spacious feel with lots of space behind the bar, which encourages quick service. A separate dining room is designed for diners.
The Atmosphere
The Black Lion is trendy but certainly not pretentious. It is a popular bar that get extremely busy but the bar staff are efficient and quick.
The Food
Being a gastropub, the food at the Black Lion is of high quality. Popular dishes include the sirloin steak (£15.95) a mouth watering range of seafood, meat and vegetarian dishes, such as the butternut squash risotto, and the pan-fried whole sea bass with grilled asparagus and new potatoes.. Our menu would be best described as an interesting fusion of mediterranean ingredients and traditional english recipies.
The Drink
As well as our comprehensive selction of beers, we also serve a wide range of cocktails and a great selection of wines and spirits.
New Cocktail Menu
The Last Word
A really relaxed pub that is right at the heart of Kilburn’s nightlife. You can’t say that the ceiling is Grade II listed in your average pub. There is a friendly atmosphere and the staff are skilled and enthusiastic. Worth a visit.
Reviewed by Dan McCormick – viewlondon.co.uk