Old Doctor Butler's Head
Bars & Breweries in London
4.3 996 Google reviews£10–20
+44 207 606 35 042 Masons Ave, London, EC2V 5BT
Where to find them
2 Masons Ave, London, EC2V 5BT
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About
The Old Doctor Butler's Head has served Moorgate since 1610, named after King James I's court physician, with the current building dating to just after the Great Fire of London in 1666. It's known for cask ales and restaurant-standard food, and closes to the public at weekends so the whole pub can be hired for private functions. Down an unassuming alleyway, it's a short walk from Moorgate station and the City's main sights.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Live performances
- Trivia night
Popular for
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Food
- Food at bar
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Wine
Dining options
- Outside food allowed
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Hours
- Wednesday
- 11 AM to 11 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM to 11 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM to 11 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
- Monday
- 12 to 10 PM
- Tuesday
- 12 to 10 PM
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