The Crown and Shuttle
The Crown and Shuttle is a popular hangout for a diverse range of Shoreditch residents, and it is one of the busiest pubs in the area. First opened in 1885 as a run-of-the-mill pub, the Crown and Shuttle changed, facilitated by the growing criminal activity in the area, that resulted in it becoming a strip club as recent as 2001 when it was closed. According to the Londonist, the pub was reopened in 2013 as a "modern retro pub" aimed at younger customers. There is a beer garden in the back, as well as an open space with a tarp overhead and a food truck.
The large beer garden and wide selection of craft ales make it popular with a wide range of East London punters, and it works just as well for a relaxed afternoon drink as a buzzing Saturday night out. The pub operates a burger van from its cheery, decked suntrap of the beer garden, with food very much geared towards summer sharing – try a bowl of cumin-coated chips or crisp-skinned hot wings.
The venue welcomes families with small children because it has an indoor play area and a great kids menu to keep their bellies happy. They have live music sessions, and their regular offering of live sports on 8 large screens makes the Crown an ideal gathering spot for any sporting event. It also has a large private function room that can be reserved for conferences and other special occasions.
- Google Rating: 4.2/5.0
- Opening Hours: Mon to Wed 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Thu to Sat 11:00 AM - 01:00 AM, Sun 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Phone: +44 20 7375 2905
- Website: https://www.crownandshuttle.com/
- Address: 226 Shoreditch High St, London E1 6PJ
