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About Prince of Wales
The Prince of Wales is a 19th-century pub at 8 Kensington Church St in Kensington, London, with ornate traditional decor and live sport on Sky and TNT Sports. England football matches are among the games shown. The kitchen serves classic British pub food, including fish and chips made with Atlantic cod and a broiled half lemon on the side. Halloumi bites suit a lighter order, and bread pudding with clotted cream ice cream is on the dessert side of the menu. Cask ales sit alongside the food on the drinks list. The bar also pours a house lager.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fish and chips, house lager, classic mac & cheese and halloumi bites.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fish and chips, house lager, classic mac & cheese and halloumi bites.
Customer Review Summary
Fish and chips is the dish reviewers name most, with one praising the crispy, fresh fish and another the Atlantic cod with meaty fries and a broiled half lemon, and a third suggesting ordering it. Close behind are the Classic Mac & Cheese, the halloumi bites and a bread pudding with clotted cream ice cream. The house lager draws repeated praise, described as cold, fresh and pretty excellent. Staff come up often as friendly and welcoming, and food and drinks arrive fast. One reviewer found a family group a table for a World Cup semi-final without a booking. The complaints are narrower but specific. One reviewer described a sandwich of plain white bread with sparse bacon, needing their own ketchup to liven it up, and chips that tasted of old oil despite looking triple cooked. Another found the portions a tiny bit small, and one called the food merely decent and would not return. Several still came back, including one group who returned four nights running, and one visitor who handed over a handwritten list of London places to see.
Customer Review Summary
Fish and chips is the dish reviewers name most, with one praising the crispy, fresh fish and another the Atlantic cod with meaty fries and a broiled half lemon, and a third suggesting ordering it. Close behind are the Classic Mac & Cheese, the halloumi bites and a bread pudding with clotted cream ice cream. The house lager draws repeated praise, described as cold, fresh and pretty excellent. Staff come up often as friendly and welcoming, and food and drinks arrive fast. One reviewer found a family group a table for a World Cup semi-final without a booking. The complaints are narrower but specific. One reviewer described a sandwich of plain white bread with sparse bacon, needing their own ketchup to liven it up, and chips that tasted of old oil despite looking triple cooked. Another found the portions a tiny bit small, and one called the food merely decent and would not return. Several still came back, including one group who returned four nights running, and one visitor who handed over a handwritten list of London places to see.
Featured reviews
- Misheel Munkhbat
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Had a great experience at this bar! The service was excellent, and a special shout-out to Satish and Minel for being so friendly, attentive, and welcoming. They made sure everything was perfect and really made our visit enjoyable. Amazing customer service and a great atmosphere. Would definitely recommend and come back again! 😊”
- S page
“John was a friendly, welcoming face. All the staff were kind and efficient. House lager is worth going in for alone! But the food at atmosphere were a bonus. Food portions could have been a tiny bit bigger but we returned 4 nights in a row as we were working up the road. We will definitely go back”
- Gabriela Orué
“Great food and really nice service, food came really fast and the staff is amicable. Would really recommend ordering the fish & chips”
- Jacob Merkel
“My wife and I visited the Prince of Wales Pub for the first time, and it was an outstanding experience. The fish and chips were absolutely excellent—crispy, fresh, and cooked to perfection. The Classic Mac & Cheese dinner was simply amazing and one of the best we’ve ever had. What really made our visit memorable was the exceptional hospitality from John and Gary. They were incredibly friendly and welcoming, and they even took the time to write down a list of must-visit places in London for us. That personal touch made us feel like valued guests rather than just customers. We highly recommend the Prince of Wales Pub for both the delicious food and the warm, genuine service. We’ll definitely be back the next time we’re in London!”
- The King Move
“The food is decent, service was amazing thou. I wouldn’t come back but I recommend people to try”
Hours
- Monday
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- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Book now for festive food and drinks this Christmas! The Prince of Wales is an ornate 19th-century pub with traditional decor and sports viewing in the heart of Kensington, London. We're the perfect place to rest your feet after a busy day sightseeing in London. Serving expertly-brewed cask ales and classic British pub food, less than 10 minutes' walk from Kensington Palace and the Design Museum. We're also close to The Royal Albert Hall, making us the perfect place for a bite to eat before enjoying a show. We also have live sports shown across Sky and TNT Sports, so step in and catch all the action. Come and join us soon!”
- Great beer selection
- Sports
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Dogs allowed
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
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- Food at bar
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Food
- Free water refills
- Offerings· 4
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Dining options· 1
- Seating
- Atmosphere· 1
- Casual
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Crowd· 4
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
- Highlights· 2
- Great beer selection
- Sports
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Bars near Prince of Wales
- The Britannia4.41,3480.3 mi£20–30ReservationsWheelchair accessibleWi-Fi
fish and chips, sunday roast, beef pie
- The Champagne Bar4.5570.6 mi
champagne selection, reserved interval table, asian-inspired fish dishes
- Earls Court Tavern4.54,1100.6 miWheelchair accessible
vegan burger, fish and chips, steak and ale pie
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince of WalesReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Good for kids | 4.42,982 | — | £10–20 | fish and chips, house lager, classic mac & cheese |
| The BritanniaReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Wi-Fi | 4.41,348 | 0.3 mi | £20–30 | fish and chips, sunday roast, beef pie |
| The Champagne Bar | 4.557 | 0.6 mi | — | champagne selection, reserved interval table, asian-inspired fish dishes |
| Earls Court TavernWheelchair accessible | 4.54,110 | 0.6 mi | — | vegan burger, fish and chips, steak and ale pie |
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