Outside the Fox & Anchor, traditonal Victorian pub

Fox & Anchor

Top choice in Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields


Behind the Fox & Anchor's wonderful 1898 art-nouveau facade is a stunning traditional Victorian boozer, one of the last remaining market pubs in London that's permitted to serve alcohol before 11am. Fully celebrating its proximity to Smithfield Market, the grub is gloriously meaty. Only the most voracious of carnivores should opt for the City Boy Breakfast (£19.50).


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