Dog-Friendly Pubs in Westminster

Westminster offers a brilliant selection of pubs where you can relax with your four-legged friend after a day exploring the capital's most famous landmarks. Whether you've been strolling past Buckingham Palace or wandering along the Thames, you'll find welcoming spots to stop for a pint and a bite.

The Old Shades, a Grade II listed pub just three minutes from Charing Cross station, was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews) and serves classic British pub fare including fish and chips and Sunday roasts. The Buckingham Arms, rated 4.6 out of 5, was also checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews) and sits near Buckingham Palace, offering real ales and a friendly atmosphere just three minutes from St. James's Park station. Over in Fitzrovia, The Queen Charlotte was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews) and features outdoor seating, perfect for sunny afternoons.

Across the 13 pubs listed here, 3 offer outdoor seating and 1 has step-free access. However, 12 of the 13 have no confirmed dog policy yet, so it's always worth calling ahead to check their current arrangements before you visit.

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.

• Old Shades – 37 Whitehall, London SW1A 2BX, United Kingdom (4.7/5)

  The Old Shades is a traditional pub at 37 Whitehall in Westminster, just off Trafalgar Square. Its website calls it an iconic Grade II listed pub that has been serving Londoners since it was built in 1898. Inside are a bar and a dining area. The pub specialises in British pub food, including beer-battered fish and chips, homemade pies, gourmet burgers, prime steaks, pub sandwiches and a seasonal specials menu, and it serves Sunday roasts. Food is served throughout the day, every day. The drinks list covers British beers and ales, wines from around the world and premium spirits. The pub encourages booking ahead and asks customers to download the Young's On Tap app to order and pay at the table instead of queuing at the bar. It also takes bookings for drinks parties such as leaving dos and birthdays. Charing Cross station is a 3 minute walk away, Embankment about 4 minutes and Leicester Square about 7. 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 Harp, Covent Garden – 47 Chandos Pl, London WC2N 4HS, United Kingdom (4.6/5)

  The Harp is a Fuller's pub at 47 Chandos Place in Covent Garden, in the City of Westminster. Its own website calls it a blissfully traditional place with great beer and good old conversation, and a great example of a traditional British ale house. The bar is known for traditional ciders and perries from around the country, alongside modern craft beers and cask classics. There is a private room for intimate gatherings. The pub is just down the road from the National Portrait Gallery and Trafalgar Square, and close to a number of West End theatres. 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. Charing Cross station is two minutes' walk via Adelaide Street, with Leicester Square about three minutes away and Covent Garden four. The pub says it is also walkable from Embankment.

• Buckingham Arms – 62 Petty France, London SW1H 9EU, United Kingdom (4.6/5)

  The Buckingham Arms is a pub at 62 Petty France in Westminster, SW1H. It describes itself as a real traditional London pub and says it is a short 2 minute walk from both Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. It also says it is a small pub, with cosy corners, and that it is used for after-work drinks, birthday parties and engagements. The pub serves real ales and craft beers, and says it is one of only 5 pubs to have been featured in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide every year since the guide was first published in 1974. On the food side it says it is famed for home-made pies, classic fish and chips and a traditional Sunday roast, alongside bar snacks. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows what has been checked. St. James's Park station is a 3 minute walk away, Victoria about 7 minutes and Westminster about 11 minutes on foot.

• Smith & Whistle Bar & Terrace – Sheraton Grand London Park Lane, Piccadilly, London W1J 7BX, United Kingdom (4.5/5)
• The Victoria Taps – 27 Gillingham St, Pimlico, London SW1V 1HP, United Kingdom (4.5/5)

  Victoria Taps is a pub at 27 Gillingham Street, Pimlico, SW1V 1HP. It is part of a pub and kitchen group and, by its own description, sits a stone's throw from Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, the Apollo Victoria Theatre and Victoria Station. The kitchen serves burgers, loaded nachos, stone-baked and Detroit-style pizzas and pub classics, and the pub says it is famous for its smash burgers, weekday lunch deals and big breakfasts. Breakfast is served from 10am to 12pm daily. It shows live sport on large HD screens, from football and rugby to boxing and F1, and the venue hosts hen and stag party packages. For dog owners, the site states that the pub is dog-friendly, and its dog page mentions water bowls and plenty of room to relax. It also says entry may occasionally be restricted during busy periods, at the team's discretion on the day, so it is worth checking before a busy match day. Victoria is about four minutes on foot, Pimlico about nine and St. James's Park about eleven.

• The Stablehand – 4 Bathurst St, Tyburnia, London W2 2SD, United Kingdom (4.5/5)

  The Stablehand is a gastro pub at 4 Bathurst Street in Tyburnia, close to Hyde Park. The pub was built in 1839 on an old archery range, and its website says it became a neighbourhood meeting spot for residents, frequented by locals from Winston Churchill to Tony Blair. The kitchen takes a British line: it aims to be London's only gastro pub sourcing all of its ingredients from the British Isles, with exceptions such as lemons from Gibraltar. Dishes include steak, fish pie and sticky toffee pudding, and a roast dinner is served every Sunday. The wine list leans on English and Welsh vineyards, and the bar offers classic cocktails, Scottish whiskies and Cotswolds gin. Wood panelling and velvet furnishings set the interior. The pub says dogs are welcome if kept on a lead. Paws of London has recorded outdoor seating. The nearest stations are Lancaster Gate, a 2 minute walk, and Paddington, about 3 minutes away.

• The Speaker – 46 Great Peter St, London SW1P 2HA, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  The Speaker Victoria is a friendly local pub in London that focuses on room hire for events rather than individual table bookings.

• Horse & Guardsman – 16-18 Whitehall, London SW1A 2DY, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  The Horse & Guardsman is a McMullen's pub at 16-18 Whitehall, between Trafalgar Square and Westminster. The pub's website calls it a smart, wood-panelled, traditional London pub in a building that was once the premises of the bankers Messrs Cocks Biddulph & co, and says McMullen's has run it since 2021. Inside, the interior has high ceilings and arched windows, with a bar and ground-floor dining areas. Two mezzanines can be booked privately, and there is a private function space for events. The kitchen serves pub dishes such as Old English sausage and mash, fish in herb batter with fries, a Mushroom & Cranberry Wellington and a hand-carved honey roast ham ploughman's, with gluten free versions of some dishes. Contemporary and traditional cocktails are also made, and Sunday roasts are served. For dog owners, dogs are recorded as welcome indoors, and the venue is tagged as dog friendly with food served. Charing Cross station is about three minutes away on foot, with Embankment about five.

• The Coach & Horses, Soho – 29 Greek St, London W1D 5DH, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  The Coach & Horses is a Fuller's pub at 29 Greek Street in Soho, in the City of Westminster. It describes itself as a deeply loved London institution and as Soho's most famous pub. The bar serves six cask ales through the year, including Fuller's London Pride and Seafarers, plus three rotating ales and a cider. On draught there are 10 keg beers at any one time, alongside bottled and canned beers, a wine list, spirits and non-alcoholic drinks. The pub says it does not take table bookings because of limited capacity, but welcomes walk-ins. For parking, the pub points to on-street spaces or the NCP car park on Brewer Street. The website lists assistance dogs as welcome. 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 nearest stations are Leicester Square (3 minutes on foot), Tottenham Court Road (4 minutes) and Covent Garden (5 minutes). The pub's own page adds Piccadilly Circus as another nearby station.

• Duke of Wellington – 63 Eaton Terrace, London SW1W 8TR, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  The Duke of Wellington is a Shepherd Neame pub at 63 Eaton Terrace in Belgravia, known to regulars as the "Duke of Boots". Its website describes a 19th century pub tucked away behind Sloane Square and the Kings Road, serving traditional food and cask ales. The building began as a reading room, where 19th century residents came to read the morning newspapers. Inside, "Iron Duke" memorabilia lines the walls, since the pub is named after the first Duke of Wellington, and big screen TVs show live football, rugby and cricket on Sky Sports and TNT. A real fire is lit in the winter. The pub's own website describes it as a dog-friendly pub. The nearest station is Sloane Square, about three minutes on foot, with Victoria about nine minutes away and Knightsbridge about thirteen.

• Blue Boar Pub – 45 Tothill St, London SW1H 9LQ, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  Blue Boar Pub is a pub and restaurant at 45 Tothill Street in Westminster. It describes itself as a comfortable and relaxed modern take on the classic London pub and, at heart, a real local in iconic Westminster. The focus is proper pub dining, served with craft and international beers and ales, a diverse wine list, cocktails and spirits. The menus pair bar snacks and a traditional Sunday roast with a modern twist, and the signature Sunday roast is a 28-day dry-aged Angus sirloin with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables. The pub says it is open all day and evening. For dog owners, the pub says it warmly welcomes dogs, with some house rules: keep your dog on a lead and close to your feet or under the table, and keep dogs off chairs, benches and tables. Fresh water bowls are available, and there is indoor space as well as an outdoor terrace in summer. St James's Park station is a two-minute walk, with Westminster about seven minutes on foot and Victoria about eleven. The park itself is a few minutes away for a walk afterwards.

• The Queens Arms – 11 Warwick Wy, Pimlico, London SW1V 1QT, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  The Queens Arms is a corner pub at 11 Warwick Way in Pimlico, Westminster. According to its own page it was established in 1846, and it is run as part of the Brunning & Price group. The traditional bar downstairs serves real ales and craft beers, alongside a wine list and cocktails. Upstairs there is a dining room serving traditional London pub food, from small plates and light lunches to pre-theatre dinners and Sunday roasts, and fish and chips is one of its named dishes. A private function space is also available upstairs for parties, meetings and family get-togethers. Outside, there are four heated and covered benches, which work on a first come, first served basis, plus generous standing room for after-work drinks. The bar keeps a few tables for walk-ins, so you can turn up for a bite without booking. 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. Victoria and Pimlico stations are each about a 7 minute walk away, and St James's Park is about 11 minutes.

• The Dog And Duck – 18 Bateman St, London W1D 3AJ, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  The Dog and Duck is a Nicholson's pub at 18 Bateman Street in Soho, Westminster. It occupies a Grade II listed building, and the pub's own history says the original pub was built in 1734 on the site of the Duke of Monmouth's home, with the present building going up in 1897 to a design by the architect Francis Cannon. Inside, the pub points to thousands of glazed tiles, mahogany panelling and decorative mirrors, and says the interior is considered one of the most exquisite of its period in London. The website lists John Constable, Dante Gabriel Rossetti and George Orwell among its past visitors. The menu centres on British pub classics and hand-crafted pies served under pastry or mash, alongside cask ales, wine, and whisky and gin collections. Tables can be booked, or guests can walk in and take a seat, and ordering from the table is available. The nearest stations are Tottenham Court Road (3 minutes' walk), Leicester Square (5) and Piccadilly Circus (6). 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.

• Two Chairmen – 39 Dartmouth St, London SW1H 9BP, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  The Two Chairmen is a Greene King pub at 39 Dartmouth Street in Westminster, close to the Houses of Parliament. The pub says it has stood on Dartmouth Street since around 1756, on a site that goes back to the 1600s, and its name refers to the men who carried sedan chairs through London's streets in the 17th and 18th centuries. The pub sign above the front entrance reflects that. Behind the bar there is a range of beers and cask ales, including regularly changing guest ales and craft beers. The food is pub cooking: homemade pub snacks, sharing platters, a scotch egg, a fish finger sandwich, pie and mash, and roasts. Plates are served through the day. The website lists the pub as dog friendly under its facilities and has a section on its dog-friendly pub, and Paws of London records dogs as welcome indoors. St James's Park station is a two-minute walk away, and Westminster is about six minutes on foot.

• The Duck and Rice – 90 Berwick St, London W1F 0QB, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  The Duck and Rice is a pub and Chinese kitchen at 90 Berwick Street in Soho, in Westminster. Its website calls it "an English pub and a Chinese kitchen" and says it has been in Soho since 2014. A second branch has since opened at Battersea Power Station. The Berwick Street site serves "tank-fresh Pilsner Urquell", and the website describes bespoke stained glass, dim sum made to order and a roast duck that it says has been on the menu since day one. The ground floor is kept for walk-ins, while the upstairs room is described as the more considered option. The Battersea branch is described separately as open plan, with an open kitchen and a raised bar at its centre. Paws of London lists the Soho venue as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. Outdoor seating is recorded. The nearest stations are Oxford Circus and Tottenham Court Road, each about 5 minutes on foot, and Piccadilly Circus at 6 minutes.

• The Clarence – 53 Whitehall, London SW1A 2HP, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  The Clarence is a traditional British pub at 53 Whitehall, standing on the corner of Whitehall and Great Scotland Yard and overlooking Horse Guards. The pub describes itself as a short walk down Whitehall from Trafalgar Square, with a historic charm. The kitchen serves classic pub dishes, from prawn cocktail and fish and chips to pies and ploughmans, and says its ingredients come from producers across the British Isles. Sunday roasts include a West Country rump of beef, a slow cooked Dingley Dell pork belly and a vegan roast, all with bottomless Yorkshire puddings and gravy. The bar pours real ales and a spritz selection. There are two private rooms on the first floor, both with screens, which suit parties and group bookings. 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. Embankment and Charing Cross are each a 4 minute walk, and Westminster is about 7 minutes away on foot.

• The Ship & Shovell – 2 Craven Passage, London WC2N 5NF, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  The Ship & Shovell is a traditional pub at 2 Craven Passage in Covent Garden, close to Charing Cross. Its website says it has been part of London's history since the 17th century and is believed to be the only pub in the UK split across two buildings on either side of the street, joined by a shared cellar. The buildings were built between 1731 and 1733 as two terrace houses and later became two separate pubs, The Ship and The Shovell. A tunnel under Craven Passage joined them into one pub in 1998. A portrait of Admiral Sir Cloudesley Shovell hangs over the fireplace in the larger half. Drinks include Badger and Outland beers and a range of spirits, and the food menu lists pies, fish and chips and burgers. The pub is run by general manager Lou and her team. Charing Cross station is a 1 minute walk away, Embankment about 2 minutes and Leicester Square about 6. Trafalgar Square, the Strand and the National Gallery are within easy reach. 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 Devonshire – The Devonshire, 17 Denman St, London W1D 7HW, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  The Devonshire is a pub and restaurant on Denman Street in Soho, W1D 7HW, a couple of minutes from Piccadilly Circus. The site calls it a classic London pub, with the restaurant on the floors above. The downstairs pub serves bar food from an in-house butcher and what it calls the perfect pint of Guinness. It is walk-in only, with no bookings, and laptops and loud phone calls are not allowed. Upstairs, a wood ember grill restaurant serves Scottish beef that is dry-aged and butchered on site, alongside langoustines from Oban, day boat fish, lobster and hand-dived Devon scallops. A roof terrace is reserved for walk-ins. Four private rooms above the restaurant take groups of up to 60. Access to the pub is step-free, and a lift serves the restaurant and the accessible toilet. On dogs, the site says they are allowed in the pub, and small, well-behaved dogs are also welcome in the restaurant. Piccadilly Circus is about two minutes on foot, Leicester Square about six and Oxford Circus about eight.

• Morpeth Arms – Morpeth Arms, 58 Millbank, London SW1P 4RW, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The Morpeth Arms is a traditional pub at 58 Millbank in Westminster, on the bank of the River Thames and close to Tate Britain. Its website says it was built in 1845 to serve the wardens of the neighbouring Millbank prison. That history is the pub's main talking point. The original prison cells still lie beneath the building, the prison opened in 1816 and closed in 1890, and a bollard across the road marks where convicts began their journey to Australia. The pub also tells of a ghostly prisoner said to haunt it. Inside, it serves cask ales, craft beers and a wine list, with seasonal British dishes, homemade pies, fish and chips, scotch eggs and Sunday roasts. It has private hire spaces for birthdays, celebrations and work events, and shows major sporting events including football tournaments. Pimlico station is a 4 minute walk away and Vauxhall about 7. Nine Elms is around 13 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.

• Marquis Of Westminster – 50 Warwick Wy, Pimlico, London SW1V 1RY, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The Marquis of Westminster is a pub at 50 Warwick Way, Pimlico, London SW1V 1RY. Its website describes a historic 1839 corner house that has been refurbished into a neighbourhood gastropub while keeping its traditional character. The food menu is classic pub favourites, freshly prepared every day, and the bar serves cocktails, draught beer and a signature gin infused on site. For events there are two private rooms as well as the bar area, and the site lists private hire for birthdays, weddings and gatherings. Children are welcome until 9pm, every day, and must be supervised at all times. Paws of London also records outdoor seating, an enclosed garden and step-free access. 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. Victoria and Pimlico stations are each about a 7 minute walk, with St James's Park at about 12 minutes.

Nearest Stations

• Victoria (9 venues)
• St. James's Park (7 venues)
• Leicester Square (7 venues)
• Westminster (5 venues)
• Charing Cross (5 venues)

Which pubs in Westminster are dog-friendly?

Westminster has 13 pubs listed on Paws of London. The Horse & Guardsman states on its website that dogs are welcome, offering a quintessentially British pub experience in a beautifully restored Victorian building near Charing Cross. The Victoria Taps was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews) and is located just four minutes from Victoria Station. However, 12 of the 13 venues have no confirmed dog policy yet, so we recommend calling ahead to check before travelling with your dog.

Are there any dog-friendly pubs near Buckingham Palace?

The Buckingham Arms, rated 4.6 out of 5, is located near Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey, just three minutes from St. James's Park station. It was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews) and offers a great selection of real ales, craft beers and classic British pub food in a friendly atmosphere. It's an ideal spot to refuel after sightseeing in the area.

Which dog-friendly pubs in Westminster have outdoor seating?

The Queen Charlotte in Fitzrovia lists outdoor seating and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). Well-behaved dogs are especially welcome in the outdoor area, and it's conveniently located just two minutes from Goodge Street station. Across all 13 pubs on this page, 3 have outdoor seating, though not all have confirmed dog policies yet.

What are the highest-rated dog-friendly pubs in Westminster?

The Old Shades leads with a 4.7 out of 5 rating and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). This Grade II listed pub near Charing Cross serves classic British food including fish and chips and Sunday roasts. The Buckingham Arms follows closely with 4.6 out of 5 and was also checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews), offering real ales near Buckingham Palace.

Are there dog-friendly pubs near Victoria Station?

The Victoria Taps is just a four-minute walk from Victoria Station and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). This Cask Marque approved pub in Pimlico is a welcoming spot to refuel after exploring London. The Speaker is another option, located four minutes from St. James's Park station, though it was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews) and focuses primarily on room hire for events.

Can I take my dog to pubs in Soho?

The Coach & Horses in Soho was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews) and is a historic London institution, voted the Evening Standard's number one pub to visit in London. It's located three minutes from Leicester Square station and operates on a walk-in basis without table bookings due to limited capacity. Remember to check their current dog policy before visiting.

Do any Westminster pubs have step-free access for dog owners with mobility needs?

Of the 13 pubs listed on this page, 1 has step-free access. This can be particularly helpful if you're managing a dog and mobility equipment simultaneously. We recommend checking directly with individual venues about their accessibility features and current dog policies before your visit to ensure they can accommodate your specific needs.