
Quick info
About St Barts
St Barts is a pub on W Smithfield in London, set beneath high ceilings and chandeliers, with comedy and live music hosted upstairs. Beyond regular service, the venue hosts wedding receptions, with waitstaff providing table service through the meal and wine tastings arranged as part of the planning before the event. The bar runs English sparkling wines alongside beer and lager, and lunch includes a chicken burger with chips and coleslaw. Entry is walk-in rather than by reservation. On weekends the surrounding streets are quiet, allowing drinks and photos outside.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention wedding reception venue, english sparkling wine flight, balfour lager and chicken burger with chips.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention wedding reception venue, english sparkling wine flight, balfour lager and chicken burger with chips.
Customer Review Summary
Weddings dominate the reviews, and the food at wedding receptions is what reviewers raise most, with couples reporting guests calling it the best they had ever eaten at a wedding. One couple chose a standing menu and said the chefs were flexible with changes. Close behind is the planning team, described as helpful and patient, with one couple saying a replacement coordinator stepped up after a difficult start. Reviewers also mention the quiet weekend streets, which let guests drink outside and made photos easier, and a sound limiter that one couple feared but found no problem with a saxophone player and DJ. Outside weddings, one visitor praised the Balfour lager and a flight of English sparkling whites, and another liked a chicken burger with chips and coleslaw at lunch. The main complaint is slow service. One lunch diner waited almost 10 minutes for a pint and a glass of wine while drinks were out of stock and the till had problems, though the server apologised and brought the food out piping hot. A wine tasting before a private event was also appreciated.
Customer Review Summary
Weddings dominate the reviews, and the food at wedding receptions is what reviewers raise most, with couples reporting guests calling it the best they had ever eaten at a wedding. One couple chose a standing menu and said the chefs were flexible with changes. Close behind is the planning team, described as helpful and patient, with one couple saying a replacement coordinator stepped up after a difficult start. Reviewers also mention the quiet weekend streets, which let guests drink outside and made photos easier, and a sound limiter that one couple feared but found no problem with a saxophone player and DJ. Outside weddings, one visitor praised the Balfour lager and a flight of English sparkling whites, and another liked a chicken burger with chips and coleslaw at lunch. The main complaint is slow service. One lunch diner waited almost 10 minutes for a pint and a glass of wine while drinks were out of stock and the till had problems, though the server apologised and brought the food out piping hot. A wine tasting before a private event was also appreciated.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Having being privileged enough to be invited to my cousins wedding yesterday, this wonderful restaurant was where the reception was held. I have nothing but the highest praise for all the staff here... they were great! The food, mood, wines and cocktails were fantastic too. I will certainly be returning.”
- Google user
“We had our wedding at Balfour on 4th July 2026. After a very challenging start with a team member leaving and taking all knowledge of our wedding with them, Raul and the team really stepped up. The previous person was very frustrating to work with but Raul taking over was the best thing that could have happened. He worked so hard in the build up and did a fantastic job on the day with Monika and the rest of the team. The venue looked amazing and our guests were so well taken care of. The food at the venue is incredible, the team are so talented. We are so happy with how the whole day went. Thank you everyone! All the best Andy and Reah”
- Google user
“We recently had our wedding reception at Balfour, and it was absolutely incredible from start to finish. Every single one of our guests commented on how beautiful the venue was, and the staff and servers were outstanding throughout the day and evening. They were so efficient, professional, and genuinely helpful, which made everything run seamlessly. A special thank you to Raul, who was incredibly helpful throughout the planning process. He was always accommodating, patient, and happy to answer the many questions I had in the lead-up to the wedding. His support gave us so much confidence that everything would come together perfectly. We opted for a standing menu, and it worked brilliantly. The chefs were incredibly flexible with any additions or changes we wanted to make and were always willing to accommodate our requests. The food itself was exceptional, and we received countless compliments from our guests throughout the evening. The team did a fantastic job serving the food to our guests, ensuring everyone was looked after and that service ran smoothly from beginning to end. We were married at Old Marylebone Town Hall before travelling to Balfour on a wedding bus, and looking back, we are so happy with our choice of venue. We had a saxophone player and DJ for the evening, and although I was initially concerned about the venue’s sound limiter, this is something that applies to many London wedding venues and it turned out not to be an issue at all. We still had an amazing party with fantastic music, great sound levels, and an incredible atmosphere that kept everyone dancing all night. If you’re worried about the sound limiter affecting your reception, from our experience there is absolutely no need to be. Thank you to Raul and the entire team for all of your hard work, care, and attention to detail in making our day so special. It was everything we hoped for and more. If you’re considering Balfour for your wedding, don’t hesitate. The venue, food, service, and overall experience exceeded all of our expectations, and we couldn’t recommend it highly enough.”
- Google user
“I have to say it’s a very good pub here. But I give 2 stars because of one staff here(see picture) being super rude and racist. The rest of the team are very nice and friendly especially for one of the lady, except for this guy (otherwise I will be giving a 1 star).”
- Google user
“Went for lunch on a Thursday afternoon between 1pm and 2pm. The atmosphere was nice and quiet, but also had a few people in the pub. I found that i waited a while to be served as looked like there was some staffing issue, most drinks were not available as waiting for a delivery and also issues with the till. This was not expressed to customers directly though, only spoken amongst staff for customers to hear second hand. Once finally served and food was ordered, i was told that drinks would be brought over to the table. I ended up waiting almost 10 minutes for a pint of beer and a glass of wine which was a little bit of a let down to be honest. Food then arrived. It was pipping hot and brought out by a lady server who greeted us with a smile and an apologised for the scrappy service. The chicken burger with chips and coleslaw from the lunch time menu was absolutely delicious 10/10. The flavours of the coleslaw had a mild taste of mustard. The chips were seasoned to perfection with a nice crunch/crisps and the burger itself was really fulfilling. It was also i found to be a reasonable price considering the place where the pub is situated The service was a little bit of a let down, but the food definately made my review overall get a 5 star. I would reccomend this pub for anyone in the area”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Good to know
“A traditional pub with high ceilings and chandeliers, hosting comedy and live music upstairs.”
- AccessibilityWheelchair: restroom
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Barts | 4.2657 | — | wedding reception venue, english sparkling wine flight, balfour lager |
| Smiths of Smithfield | 4.23,203 | 0.1 mi | ox cheek mash, t-bone steak, steak tartare |
| Crown & Pepper Farringdon | 4.7250 | 0.1 mi | indo-chinese dishes, happy hour deals, salt and pepper king prawn |
| The Three CompassesReservations · Wheelchair accessible | 4.1531 | 0.2 mi | crème caramel, côte de boeuf, burgers and pizzas |
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