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About The Sussex Arms
The Sussex Arms is an aviation-themed pub at 21 London St in London, where drinkers sit on original Concorde seats beneath an illuminated Airbus engine surround. The original 19th century pub ceiling remains overhead. The bare brick walls and large windows carry neon signs, airplane parts and aviation knickknacks. The drinks list covers local and imported lagers and ales, with Camden Hells, Guinness and Becks among them, plus wine and spirits. A big screen shows football. The pub is open daily.
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention aviation theme, concorde seats, neon signs and camden hells pints.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention aviation theme, concorde seats, neon signs and camden hells pints.
Customer Review Summary
The aviation theme is what reviewers praise most, and the original Concorde seats are the detail they name first, alongside the airplane parts, signs and lighting used as decor. Close behind are the neon signs on the walls and the pints, with reviewers naming Camden Hells, Guinness and Becks, and a few calling prices reasonable compared with nearby pubs. Several mention its use as a late drink for guests of nearby hotels, and one notes big screen football in air conditioned comfort. Staff are described as friendly and helpful by most, though one reviewer calls them neither friendly nor welcoming. The sharpest complaint comes from one reviewer who says a barmaid was rude after declining a offered pint, then stared and laughed with colleagues, including after the reviewer went outside. Another reviewer points out that a lift serves the basement toilets in addition to the stairs, and one observes there were no cask pumps despite London Pride appearing on the menu.
Customer Review Summary
The aviation theme is what reviewers praise most, and the original Concorde seats are the detail they name first, alongside the airplane parts, signs and lighting used as decor. Close behind are the neon signs on the walls and the pints, with reviewers naming Camden Hells, Guinness and Becks, and a few calling prices reasonable compared with nearby pubs. Several mention its use as a late drink for guests of nearby hotels, and one notes big screen football in air conditioned comfort. Staff are described as friendly and helpful by most, though one reviewer calls them neither friendly nor welcoming. The sharpest complaint comes from one reviewer who says a barmaid was rude after declining a offered pint, then stared and laughed with colleagues, including after the reviewer went outside. Another reviewer points out that a lift serves the basement toilets in addition to the stairs, and one observes there were no cask pumps despite London Pride appearing on the menu.
Featured reviews
- Tom Filochowski
“I liked the decor. it's fun. But when I bought a pint and offered the barmaid one she was very rude to me about it and declined. She then stared at me whilst I sat there the whole time and laughed with the other bar staff at me. Even when I went outside still staring and laughing at me. VERY RUDE staff! So I won't be going back. Avoid!”
- Ray Potts
“Brilliant airline themed Camden Beers pub visited to have an excellent pint & watch big screen footy in air conditioned comfort. Sadly no scope to go back for return visit. Well recommended.”
- PILAR CAMIN
“If you are staying around paddington área, this aviation themed pub is worth a look. The best part of the place is the funny neon signs on the walls. It is create a really nice and comfortable atmosphere. The staff aren't particularly friendly or welcoming, but weren't rude either. Overall if you are in the area it is a decent option.”
- Brian Davis
“Great for Aviation Enthusiasts. You can sit on Concorde seats and see Airbus Memrobilla”
- Anne Margaret White
“Stopped in for a drink before finishing our packing at a nearby hotel. Loved the airplane theme. Clever use of airplane parts as well as signs and lighting make this a fun place to hang out. Staff was warm, friendly, and helpful. Everyone there seemed happy to be there and friendly. Nice local spot for a drink!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“The newly rennovated Sussex Arms Bar has been turned in to London's only aviation themed bar. Enjoy a vast selection of local and imported lagers, ales, fine wine and spirits to sip to whilst sitting in original Concorde seats admiring the mix of the 19th century original pub ceiling holding up an iluminated Airbus engine surround!”
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sussex Arms | 4.41,061 | — | aviation theme, concorde seats, neon signs |
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