The Guns in the Docklands is labelled as a “real hidden gem” that’s “tucked away down a quiet side street”.
On Tripadvisor, the local has an overall rating of 4.2 out of 5 from more than 1,200 reviews, with over 600 rated ‘excellent’.
Elsewhere on Google Reviews, The Gun has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 from more than 2,600 reviews.
London’s cosiest pubs, The Gun
The Gun’s website describes the pub as being “steeped in history and offering striking river views”.
Renowned as one of the best riverside pubs in London, The Gun is set in a Grade II listed building and has a terrace overlooking the River Thames.
The pub dates to as early as the 18th century and took its name from a cannon which was fired to celebrate the opening of the West India Import Docks in 1802.
In the late 18th century, Lord Nelson often visited the Gun to meet Lady Emma Hamilton in a room upstairs in secret.
Now, the pub is a popular spot, praised by locals for its “delicious” meals.
The Gun offers a selection of meals, including grilled stone bass, slow braised beef cheek, venison loin, butter poached chicken and beer battered haddock.
On Sundays, the pub serves up roast dinners with the choice of braised lamb shoulder, sirloin of beef, whole corn-fed chicken and roasted porchetta.
Visitors to The Guns have flocked to Tripadvisor to praise the local establishment, as one recent guest wrote: “If you’re after a relaxed riverside pub with a dash of history and a killer view of the Thames, The Gun Docklands is the one.
“It’s got that classic old-pub charm inside – dark wood, cosy corners and a stack of old guns on the wall – perfect for a proper sit-down meal if you’re feeling a bit fancy.”
Another guest wrote: “A real hidden gem of a pub that is a delightful place for a drink on a sunny day.
“Tucked away down a quiet side street, there was a warm welcome when we arrived, and the dining area inside is smart.”
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A third happy customer said: “This is my favourite restaurant to visit in Canary Wharf.
“The atmosphere is relaxed, with beautiful views of the Thames.
“The food and drink are exceptional with fantastic staff who know the menu well.”
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