The Cross Keys

Polar opposite of a chain pub. Quirky, good grimy, with a day drinking crowd. Despite a non-orthodox pour and a massive head, the flavor was a winner. No idea how. Glass great. Lacing galore. And, for London, a fair price.

Rating (out of 5)
3.5
Last Visit
2026
Bar or Restaurant?
Bar
Guinness 0?
Not Sure

A freshly poured pint of Guinness with a creamy head sits on a wooden table next to a blue bag of Tayto crisps and an empty glass in a dimly lit pub.
A pint glass of Guinness beer with a thick, creamy head sits on a wooden table in a dimly lit pub, with blurred patrons and bar in the background.
The ornate entrance of The Cross Keys pub features arched windows, gold detailing, potted plants, and greenery. Signs for Asahi beer and Budweiser stand outside, with trimmed bushes flanking the doorway.

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