Dog-Friendly Pubs in City of London

The City of London might be known for its skyscrapers and financial institutions, but it's also home to welcoming pubs where you and your four-legged friend can enjoy a quiet drink. All six venues on this page were checked by Paws of London before listing, through their websites and recent reviews, though none have a confirmed dog policy yet, so it's always worth calling ahead.

If you're exploring the Monument area, The Hydrant sits right at Monument station (0 minutes' walk) and was checked by Paws of London before listing through its website and recent reviews. For a top-rated option, Swift Shoreditch earns 4.7 out of 5 and is just a 4-minute walk from Old Street station. Meanwhile, The Pavilion End, St Paul's offers a traditional Fuller's experience near St. Paul's Cathedral, only 1 minute from Mansion House station, and was also checked by Paws of London before listing.

Whether you're stopping off after work or exploring the historic streets with your dog, these City pubs provide a friendly base for a well-earned rest.

This page combines Paws of London venue records with information published on venue websites and, where available, supplied by venues or contributed by visitors. Where a dog policy is shown as not yet confirmed, we have not checked it with the venue: call ahead before travelling.

• Crutched Friar – 39-41 Crutched Friars, London EC3N 2AE, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  Crutched Friar is a pub at 39-41 Crutched Friars, part of the Pubsmiths group. The name comes from a Roman Catholic order of cross-bearing brethren that settled on the site in 1249, and the pub describes itself as occupying the historic building where the friars once lived. It serves a large selection of cask ales alongside newer craft beers, an extensive gin selection and a wine range, with British food from a quick lunch to a sit-down dinner. Guests can drink in the courtyard or settle into the dining room and bar, and the pub says it caters for corporate parties with canapes and Prosecco. The pub's website says it welcomes well-behaved dogs, with selected areas reserved for guests with dogs. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times, stay calm around other guests and be supervised by their owner. It also lists a dog menu with bar snacks, treat pots, dinner bowls and dog drinks, though stock may vary. Fenchurch Street station is about a minute away on foot, Tower Hill two minutes and Tower Gateway four.

• The Astronomer, EC1 – 125-129 Middlesex St, London E1 7JF, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The Astronomer is a Fuller's pub and restaurant at 125-129 Middlesex Street, just off Bishopsgate and a few minutes from Liverpool Street. Its look draws on the night sky, and the site calls it a pub off Liverpool Street with plenty of atmosphere. The bar pours cask ales, craft beers and cocktails, and the kitchen serves what the site calls refined pub classics made from fresh, seasonal ingredients. Downstairs, the Rocket Room is available for business meetings, weddings and birthdays. A lift provides access. The pub has no car park of its own, although it says paid parking is usually available nearby. Petticoat Lane market starts outside the front door, and Spitalfields market, Shoreditch and Brick Lane are a short walk away, according to its own directions. The Gherkin and the Tower of London are also close. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. Liverpool Street station is about three minutes on foot, with Tower Gateway DLR and Aldgate about six.

• The Banker, EC4 – Cousin Ln, London EC4R 3TE, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The Banker, EC4 is a Fuller's pub on Cousin Lane in the City of London, on the north bank of the Thames between Southwark Bridge and London Bridge. Its website says it is located under the Arches and has views of the river, with an outdoor terrace. The pub offers refined pub classics made from seasonal ingredients, and a bar that runs from modern craft beers to cask classics. It also has function rooms for business meetings, weddings and birthdays. Paid parking is nearby, though the pub says it cannot promise a space, and buses stop on North Colonnade, two minutes away. The Monument to the Great Fire of London is a short walk away. The website lists assistance dogs as welcome. The nearest stations are Cannon Street (3 minutes on foot), Mansion House (4 minutes) and Monument (5 minutes).

• Ye Olde Cock Tavern – 22 Fleet St, Temple, London EC4Y 1AA, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  Ye Olde Cock Tavern, a historic pub dating back to 1549, boasts the narrowest frontage of any London pub and is located opposite Temple Church in the City of London. This family-friendly restaurant offers outdoor seating and an enclosed garden, making it a welcoming spot for patrons with their canine companions. It’s just a 5-minute walk from Temple station.

• The Hung Drawn & Quartered, EC3 – 26-27 Great Tower St, London EC3R 5AQ, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The Hung, Drawn & Quartered is a Fuller's pub at 26-27 Great Tower Street, in the City of London close to the Tower of London and Tower Bridge. Its website describes the area as a popular tourist destination and lists the Tower of London, The Clink Museum, London Bridge, Tower Bridge and HMS Belfast among the attractions nearby. The pub serves freshly-prepared pub food from a menu of refined pub classics, and the bar is stocked with everything from modern craft beers to cask classics. Function rooms can be used for business meetings, weddings and birthdays. Parking is limited during the week, but at weekends there is free parking along the main roads. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. Fenchurch Street station is a 3 minute walk away, Tower Hill about 4 minutes and Monument about 5. The pub's own page also names Bank, and Tower Gateway on the DLR, as stations a short distance away.

• The Pavilion End, St Paul's – 23 Watling St, London EC4M 9BR, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The Pavilion End is a Fuller's pub and restaurant at 23 Watling Street in the City of London, in the shadow of St Paul's Cathedral. Its website calls it the City's finest live sports pub, with Sky and TNT Sports channels and big screen viewing. The kitchen serves refined pub classics made from fresh, seasonal ingredients. The bar lists modern craft beers alongside cask classics, and the pub has a courtyard. Function rooms are available for business meetings, weddings and birthdays. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. Mansion House station is about a minute's walk away, St Paul's about three minutes, and Cannon Street about four. The pub sits on Watling Street, which runs parallel with Cannon Street, and is a short walk from St Paul's Cathedral and the One New Change shopping centre.

• Ye Olde London – 42 Ludgate Hill, London EC4M 7DE, United Kingdom (4.2/5)

  Ye Olde London is a Greene King pub at 42 Ludgate Hill in the City of London. The pub's own page describes it as a traditional 18th century pub with a beer garden and sports viewing, serving real ales and classic pub food in a family-friendly setting. Live football is a regular feature, with the pub listing the Premier League, the EFL, the WSL and European competitions. Outside there is a beer garden. The kitchen offers small plates and hearty pub classics, and a Sunday roast with the classic trimmings. Tables can be booked through the pub's page, and the Greene King app lets customers order and pay from their phone. The website also lists private get-togethers among the things the pub caters for. City Thameslink station is a 1 minute walk away, and St Paul's and Blackfriars are each about 4 minutes on foot. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked.

• The Railway Tavern – 15 Liverpool St, London EC2M 7NX, United Kingdom (4.2/5)

  The Railway Tavern, originally the Cow House, has been a popular pub since 1736. It is a family-friendly pub bursting with history.

• The Hydrant, Monument – Equitable House, 1 Monument St, London EC3R 8BG, United Kingdom (4.1/5)

  The Hydrant is a Fuller's pub and restaurant at Equitable House, 1 Monument Street, in the City of London. Its website places it right opposite the Monument to the Great Fire of London, on the north side of London Bridge, and next door to the entrance to Monument station. Inside, the pub offers a menu of refined pub classics made with fresh, seasonal ingredients, and a bar that runs from modern craft beers to cask classics. There is a first-floor mezzanine that the pub says is suited to parties and private hires, plus function rooms for business meetings, weddings and birthdays. Paws of London lists The Hydrant as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. Getting there is simple by rail. Monument is the closest station, with Bank on the DLR about 5 minutes away and Cannon Street around 4 minutes on foot. For drivers, the pub says there is metered parking nearby but it cannot promise a space.

Nearest Stations

• Cannon Street (3 venues)
• Monument (3 venues)
• Fenchurch Street (2 venues)
• Tower Hill (2 venues)
• Mansion House (2 venues)

Which dog-friendly pubs in the City of London are easiest to reach by Tube?

The Hydrant, Monument is the most convenient, located 0 minutes' walk from Monument station and was checked by Paws of London before listing through its website and recent reviews. The Pavilion End, St Paul's is just 1 minute from Mansion House station and was also checked by Paws of London before listing. The Hung Drawn & Quartered, EC3 is 3 minutes from Fenchurch Street, and The Banker, EC4 is 3 minutes from Cannon Street, both checked by Paws of London before listing.

Are dogs allowed in City of London pubs?

All six venues listed here were checked by Paws of London before listing through their websites and recent reviews, but none have a confirmed dog policy yet, so we recommend calling ahead before you travel. Policies can vary between venues and may change, so it's always safest to check directly with the pub, especially if you're making a special journey.

What's the highest-rated dog-friendly pub in the City of London?

Swift Shoreditch leads with a rating of 4.7 out of 5. It's a vibrant pub in the heart of Shoreditch, just 4 minutes' walk from Old Street station, and was checked by Paws of London before listing through its website and recent reviews. Several other pubs share a 4.3 rating, including The Pavilion End, St Paul's, The Hung Drawn & Quartered, EC3, and The Banker, EC4.

Can I take my dog to a pub near St. Paul's Cathedral?

The Pavilion End, St Paul's is a traditional Fuller's pub located near St. Paul's Cathedral and was checked by Paws of London before listing through its website and recent reviews. It's easily accessible, just 1 minute's walk from Mansion House station, and has a rating of 4.3 out of 5. Because its dog policy is not yet confirmed, we suggest calling ahead before your visit.

Are there dog-friendly pubs in Shoreditch that are part of the City of London area?

Yes, Swift Shoreditch and The Barley Mow are both listed. Swift Shoreditch has a 4.7 rating and is 4 minutes from Old Street station, while The Barley Mow, rated 4.2, is on Curtain Road, 5 minutes from Shoreditch High Street station. Both were checked by Paws of London before listing through their websites and recent reviews, though their dog policies are not yet confirmed.

Which Fuller's pubs in the City of London allow dogs?

The Pavilion End, St Paul's, The Hung Drawn & Quartered, EC3, and The Banker, EC4 are all Fuller's pubs listed here. Each was checked by Paws of London before listing through its website and recent reviews. The Pavilion End is 1 minute from Mansion House, The Hung Drawn & Quartered is 3 minutes from Fenchurch Street, and The Banker is 3 minutes from Cannon Street. All have a 4.3 rating, though none have a confirmed dog policy yet.