The Forth is a fantastic pub / gastropub. It’s like the hip London pub you’ve never found but with a surprisingly low amount of 'scenester’ types that make you feel isolated from most genuinely great places. The food is great too. pleanty for us vegetarian types.

If you’re feeling flush you can’t go there without trying the amazing strawberry smoothie beer.

Only criticism, if this is a negative, is that it does get really packed on a night so (if you’re planning to secretly binge drink like most of us do) it does take a while to get a round in.

PS the video below isnt great but if you’re short-sighted it always helps to scope a place before you go :)

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It’s just been done out, and I’ve just been for lunch! As far as being “done out” all the woodwork is now dark green save for the bar which is deep burgundy. There are new light fittings, and the dodgy old ladies has gone. There is now a “roof terrace” although I didn’t inspect it. We looked at the menu and chose our order, only to be told when we got to the bar that half the menu was now off. The bar lady was pleasant and apologetic, and the man that collected our plates was charming. We ended up with a steak bagette each, which was pretty good.

This place is definately atmospheric! It gets really busy but the crowd are really friendly and it's so cosy! If you can get a seat you'll probably not move all night! The drinks are reasonably priced too. Definately one of my favourites.

This pub is usually very crowded on a typical evening and the punters tend to be programmers/designers from the surrounding offices. The prices are average and The Forth has a warm, comfy vibe with a coal fire place and candles. Many years ago, this place was a whore house and the building has lots of history. The staff are really friendly and if you can find a seat or don't mind using your feet, then you're un for a treat.

Tucked away on a small cobbled street near Central Station this place is just wonderful. The decor is great and the whole pub has a very warm and welcoming feel whether it's for a quick drink and catch up with a mate during the day or a whole evening's worth of boozing.
The service can be a little slow as they tend to be understaffed most of the time, but other than this minor detail everything is good- even the food is very tasty!
It's medium sized and tends to get quite busy but that adds to its charm and atmosphere.