The Duke Of York

This pub is probably one of the few locals in St. John’s Wood, and this is for sure a problem: staff quite rude, high prices and a constant hurry in finishing your drinks when time is close to 11pm. One night at 10.45 pm we were served some beers and after 5 minutes forced to go away, leaving the glasses half full. I would never go there anymore, I suggest you to try some nice pubs close to the canal or close to rossmore road, 10minutes walking from there.

The Duke Of York in St. John’s Wood seems to be a nice random pub. I have been there once so far, but passed by several times. Sometimes the place around the pub looked very crowded.
I was there on a Saturday evening and found a place immediately. In general, it was quite noisy in the pub, but then: it’s a pub. That’s how it should be, isn’t it? Some guests are louder than others, some music is playing. so far as usual as any other pub.

I ordered a beef burger with extra bacon and extra cheese, and it took ages. I did not mind, but the staff did. They came over to me and explained, that something went wrong when preparing the burger, that never happened before (that always sounds suspicious!) and they even offered my another glass of wine for free. But as I still had some wine left and did not want to drink a lot this night, I didn’t go for it. But I enjoyed the Neblina Merlot I’ve chosen. It’s a nice red wine.
When my burger arrived, I realized that it was worth waiting! Normally, I order burgers well-done. For some reason, I guess mainly because of plain stupidity, I ordered this medium-well. And it tasted great! This burger truly was very tasty.

The also have different offers on different days, so one day a week they also have special burger offerings. That sounds good.

The burger came with really good chips, that were sort of chunky, but not too big. so I was happy with it.

As dessert I took a chocolate mousse. It tasted okay, but by far not as good as the burger. But okay.

If you’re up for a burger and around St. John’s Wood, this is a good place you for you.

The only annoying thing about this pub: the Flash website is just crap. First, Flash websites are very nineties. Second contact form either does not work, or is just stupid. But as long as you’re there for a burger and not for the website, you’re safe. :)

Probably the only pub with a fireplace in St. John's Wood. The Duke is a cosy pub with good grub and v. interesting characters - some eccentric locals, lots of expats and a mish mash of others come through this place daily.

This used to be my work local and it has improved over the years. It was a traditional boozer but has moved on to serve good food and a good wine selection. Its seen many an eventful night with the hospital staff from both the hospitals in St Johns Wood putting the world to rights. Nice Decor inside with a moroccean theme.