Porcupine in City of London, Westminster

We only tested the ground floor, with finger food to share The atmosphere is nice and the address is worth keeping for a visit

Traditional London pub, beautiful interior and fab service.

Amazing time, Talia was a great server and made sure all of our needs were met

Talia was an amazing server, funny , and quick with orders/asking if we were ok. 10/10 would eat again

A new visit, after long time. Still a nice pub. I didn't stay long, just had a beer, but I liked the atmosphere. Quite crowded.

A not so large pub in a great location, next to Leicester Sq tube and mid way between the hearts of Soho and Covent Garden. They had four cask beers so I opted for a Timothy Taylor at £6.90. The ground floor is the main bar, it looks very traditional with a lot of wood panelling. Upstairs is a nice, bright restaurant. There is also a small amount of seating outside. This pub is always busy, I was here at 4.30pm on a cold Wednesday night in January and most seating was taken. The food menu is typical pub grub with pies being their speciality. They had a limited selection of around 12 whiskies. I enjoyed my pint here, a nice pub with good service.

Quite disappointing. The rabbit pie and the fish pie were pie in name only. Lots of potatoes and carrots but you have to look for rabbit or salmon. Unsmiling service. And ultimately quite expensive for what it is.

Great pub experience. No rush, no noise, good service, good food and ale. Everyone enjoyed their meal and the view from the window. Would certainly try to come back.

Always love the atmosphere in here, however the tall bald barman was weirdly rude to my friend when he was ordering a drink, to the point that we were getting scared by him. When it was my turn he took one look at me and walked away to talk to other staff members, and made another colleague (Indian) to serve me who was surprised. After I was served he came back to serve other (white)customers, this time a lot nicer to them, wonder why the differential treatment? Very strange behaviour for someone working in hospitality, and the bald barman gave off almost Nazi vibes which was concerning

nice pub however the staff are extremely rude, telling people to move their belongings not even asking just saying move it and giving dirty looks, would not go here if you want to feel comfortable

Luchando contra multitudes todo el día nos topamos con El Puercoespín por casualidad. Tan acogedor como el bar era queríamos una última prueba en Londres, así que subimos escaleras para la cena. Tuvimos un brisket de ternera con papas fritas y cerveza de barril en un par de minutos. Una vez que nuestra cena llegó nos quedamos sorprendidos de lo calientes que estaban nuestros dos platos. Ella un Fish and Chips y yo el Brisket Pie. Ambos estaban llenos. Personal amable y eficiente estamos contentos de haber encontrado este lugar, incluso si por accidente!

The food and service quality were outstanding. The staff were highly attentive to the needs of the customers, proactively asking about and being prepared to accommodate any allergies or intolerances. We have absolutely nothing to complain about regarding our experience.

We ate and drank very well several times... quick service and everyone was very kind! Well done!

Great place for food and drinks. We booked a table for ourselves, which requires 10 quid a head. I'd recommend booking online, much easier process. And the deposit comes off of the final bill. The food was excellent, and the staff were really helpful and accommodating. Perfect for date night, haha. Highly recommend. The only problem was quite a few items out of stock. But other than that, it's a great pub.

Varun was a fantastic host. He was our server and barman and was a perfect gentleman. Great drinks. Decent food - though the Sunday Roast was a HUGE disappointment (overcooked, tough, and stingy). Except for that, it was a lovely Sunday dinner at the Porcupine

Great location and great food. We had exceptional service from Varun who was working the room alone. He went out of his way to find us a table! Thanks Varun!

Food were excellent! Service was okay. A little wait on the food although they didn’t have many tables.

Booked for dinner Christmas Eve for 11. Easy accommodated and attentive staff. Would recommend highly for a great pub meal.

Excellent pies and overall great experience

Thank you so much Varun. You were amazing and the service was perfect!

Varun was amazing! Service was perfect Varun!

Thnx so much Varun Lovely you offert us a Windows space !!

Absolutely amazing service from Varun made the atmosphere so relaxed and the food was served quick with high quality! Definitely will be back!

Amazing service, our server varum was a big reason why we will be coming back!

food was delicious! Varun was so helpful and kind. Highly recommend!

Varun was so very accommodating and was a star waiter. The food was really good too

Varun had the best service, was so helpful and very kind. Definitely recommend 😁

Varun was very hospitable and we had great drinks/food!

All is OK and Dave Varin is very professional.

Great service and excellent food at the Porcupine!

Varun was amazingly helpful! We were trying to squeeze in a quiet bite before the theatre and he made it happen.

Great Sunday experience! Varun provided incredible service.

Varum was charming and very helpful

Great roast and well served by Varun!

Varum was amazing!!! What a lad

Varun was great! Very pleasant experience!

Yummy! Varun was an excellent server and guided us on our culinary and beerly journey

Food was good, the service was great . Varun Dave was very nice and helpful .

Delicious pie and Sunday roast, as well as cask ales and draft beers. Thanks to Varun for the recs!

Varun served us really well. Food wise, we got the Sunday roast, Chicken is super tender and juicy but the sirloin is a bit try.

Varum was a lovely waiter. May god bless him

Wonderful wonderful service from Varun Dave! He made us feel so comfortable and welcome as we enjoyed a late Sunday dinner

Very good service, Varun is extremely kind and attentive. I can only recommend it.

Bueno, la comida fue buena 8 de nosotros fuimos después de un espectáculo de teatro matinal! ¡Lo malo es bajo en leche increíble! Así que solo 5 de nosotros podíamos tomar café con una mano de pastel mini picado y luego usaron pequeñas tazas expresso para el café con leche! Y cobró 4 libras. 25 ¡Simplemente impactante! El feo cansado de cobrarnos 14 libras por tres mini pasteles picados. ¡Tuve que pelear con el gerente que finalmente lo sacó de la factura! El lema de la historia siempre revisa la factura y desafía de lo contrario prepárate para ser estafado!

Nice place very well located near to Piccadilly Square where you can find ver nice food with a great atmosphere. Special mention for Rhys, very kind and professional which was attending our table. Highly recommended!!!

Varun looked after us, great food! Thanks

Great old school pub with rustic vibes, varun does a really great job of suggesting drinks and food. Great service all in all.

A great London Boozer. Highly recommended

Today we had a wonderful dinning experience at The Porcupine and the service was just exceptional! Our waiter truly went above and beyond to make our experience memorable. From the moment we sat down, he greeted us with a warm smile and made us feel welcomed. The combination of delicious food, a cozy atmosphere, and outstanding service made for a fantastic evening. I highly recommend The Porcupine (Nicholson’s pub) and will definitely be returning!

Recommend the pub and the dining room up stairs. Food was great. Rhys was super friendly and accommodating.

Paramos aquí en una tarde lluviosa a las 2: 30 , y subió al comedor. No había nadie más. El camarero apareció y nos dijo que nos sentáramos en una pequeña mesa interior en lugar de sentarnos en una de las mesas de la ventana de cuatro personas "para hacer espacio para otros clientes. " Los clientes que no estaban allí. Nos fuimos. Una estrella. Ojalá pudiera darle menos.

This venue has a lively pub atmosphere on the ground level, while the upper level offers a calmer dining room. We were in search of a peaceful spot and chose the upper level. The lower level was quite crowded, and it was challenging to find a seat. However, we had a lovely evening in the upper area. The food was delicious and satisfying in terms of variety.

Delicious homey food in a warm pub to stave off the winter chill.

Lovely venue, food was very nice, staff member extremely helpful and understanding with my allergy requirements which are very severe so this is very important for me. Thank you so much Varun Dave

Varun Dave was our server - he recommended some Amazon food (Sunday roast and pies) and was very attencious. Would for sure come back!

Varun is a very kind and gentle waiter! 😊

Great sunday roast, family like experience with our lovely host Varun! Will definitely come back!

Nice boozer just by Leicester Square tube.

Lovely food and great atmosphere! Really great service too from Varun

Varun is an excellent and very attentive server! He is really enthusiastic about his job!

Food and waiter Varun was excellent.

Great service from Varun. Good pub grub in a cute dining room. Lovely Christmas lights.

The dining room upstairs was a lovely cosy spot, great for a quiet catch up with friends and tasty pub food - a real gem in this area Varun was a lovely host and was very attentive and friendly

Varun was so sweet and he took good care of us! We loved the food, the place, everything was just perfect 😍Thank you Varun!

Excellent service from Varun- lovely food and lovely experience !

Best pub in London. The Sunday Roast was exquisite as was the sticky toffee pudding. The service was excellent too - Varun was very attentive and friendly and added to the wonderful atmosphere. Would come again!

Best pub in London! Fish & chips was excellent and the Sunday Roast Chicken was impeccable. Had to have the sticky toffee pudding for dessert of course. The best part was the service - Varun was so attentive and took care of us so well. Will definitely come back!

Varun was phenomenal and food was great!

We had a great night and Varun was an amazing host

This place is magic, a perfect English pub! Varun was very kind and took care of us 😃

Food delicious and Varun Dave was great!

Very busy late afternoon upstairs was full and ground floor seating fully occupied but still plenty of atmosphere and prices reaonable for this part of the west end.

Olivia was a great host who went above & beyond for us. The food tasted amazing. Would definitely go back.

Great atmosphere. To take refuge from the London cold.

Food was good Varun the legend #poggers #lowtaperfade

Varun was excellent this evening. Very friendly, good food lovely place. I will be coming back

Varun was an excellent server and food was delicious

The chicken pie was absolutely amazing, Varun is very nice and will give you advice if needed for your final choice

Olivia was brilliant, 10/10 service, would come again!

Varun was quick, fantastic, and polite.

Good sunday roast and selection of beers. Very well attented by Varun

Varum was an awesome host. Food was great. So hot!!

Varum was brilliant we will be back excellent service

Very tasty pies, pleasant atmosphere upstairs, perfect for a meal with friends. Great service from Varun Dave

The food was great and served very fast, Varun was very welcoming and his serving was great. The atmosphere is great I 100% recommend this place

Had dinner here, great atmosphere. Varun was super friendly.

Very good cuisine! Thanks Varun Dave for the good service!

One of the pubs I visit in Leicester square when on town. Nice and quaint warm and friendly.

Great service :) thank you Varun !

Thanks to Varun for this lovely evening

Thank you Dave Varun, for the nice service.

really good, Varun served us well !

Very warm welcome and listening from Varun. Excellent food. I recommend

Friendly pub with the atmosphere we like to have in these places. We had cider which was simple but good. Not much space on the ground floor so it can quickly get crowded.

Varun Dave was wonderful. Very friendly and helpful. The food and atmosphere was great.

We had such a good experience! Best vegetarian pub pie I’ve ever eaten. Varun was very friendly and made sure even my kid had a good time.

Excellent service,food and location.Really made to feel welcome,thank you very much Varun

Great food and excellent service from Varun

Guy Varun a lovely guy and food and service unreal. Credit to have this guy serving you as he's a gentleman

Great food and service from Varun