A picturesque building just a few minutes away from Tottenham Court Road. Downstairs I was not quite sure whether it is my place, but sitting down on a sofa upstairs I felt like at home. And no: I don’t own a pub. We were there with a group of about 15 students and had great fun to talk and to have a beer. Very relaxing place I would return to!
Ryan H.
Rating des Ortes: 4 London, United Kingdom
We had a pint of cider. Upstairs in front of the fire: was great to relax after a long day. Simple easy and very homely. The façade is simply amazing… Worth a visit if your into English architecture
Shannon L.
Rating des Ortes: 2 London, United Kingdom
I was making my way to Charlotte Street for dinner, and noticed a charming-looking pub tucked away on a side street. My husband and I decided to wander in for a drink and some nibbles. The ground floor bar was quite small, and in dire need of a refresh. The bartender directed us upstairs, which was a larger and more recently(okay, circa 1990s) refurbished. This was around 6PM on a Saturday, and the clientele appeared to be mostly students. The upstairs area had sofas and tables, and generally looked cozy if just a little bit shabby. The bartender was friendly, although the wine list left something to be desired. This is definitely more of a beer and ale sort of place. We ordered some chips, which were greasy and undercooked. Then, the busboy swooped through and cleared our wineglasses before we had emptied them. Major faux pas there. In summary, I wouldn’t go back. It’s an OK neighborhood hangout with inexpensive beer, but not my kind of place.
Charlotte B.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Norfk, United Kingdom
Lovely pub. Drinks very reasonably priced and good conversation can be enjoyed comfortably with anyone you meet. Staff are friendly and pub has comfortable seating areas which are often available due to this pub being a hidden gem.
Laura Kate S.
Rating des Ortes: 4 London, United Kingdom
Very different sort of pub space. The downstairs with the main bar looks like a normal, if small, classic pub. Upstairs has the feel of a leather-clad living room. Very comfortable, cozy, and all-around nice.
Jenni D.
Rating des Ortes: 4 London, United Kingdom
I probably would struggle to give a Sam Smith’s pub less than 4 stars no matter what the venue, but the Bricklayer’s Arms is totally deserving. Minutes away from Tottenham Court Road, it’s one of the few value for money bars around. The bar staff are nice and happy. So are the merry clientele. Sure you can’t order something fancy, but the beers are great, and you’ll grow to love the look of surprise on a punter’s face when they get change from a tenner. Head upstairs, bag yourself a chair, and let the working week wash away.
MaryAnn Z.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Philadelphia, PA
We ended up here while looking for food. They weren’t serving food at the time, so we comforted ourselves with some beer and cider. The other reviews lead me to believe that this place can suck sometimes, but we had a pleasant experience. We were drinking pretty early in the day, though. I love Sam Smiths as a matter of course, and this one is adorable. I know how these places can get crowded, though, and it’s not laid out well for a large group. Still, I’ll definitely stop in again next time I’m nearby and feeling thirsty.
Katie B.
Rating des Ortes: 3 London, United Kingdom
A cute little find just behind Tottenham Court Road. We were looking for a pub to have a quick drink and a warm-up from the freezing evening before heading to the 100 Club on Oxford Street and out of the selection of pubs down this little street we opted for the tucked away Bricklayers Arms. It’s bigger than it first appears and is set on two levels with plenty of seating. They had lots of ales and ciders on tap that looked tempting but I opted for a very cold glass of white wine. It was pretty busy for a cold Wednesday evening and appeared to have attracted quite an after-work crowd as well as some touristy types, yet we found a little seat at the top of the stairs to perch on. There was just something very cosy and friendly about this pub and I loved the old framed photos on the walls. We agreed it’s somewhere we’d like to return, perhaps for a post-dinner nightcap in the future. Nice one The Bricklayers Arms — you’ll be seeing me and the mister again soon!
Absint
Rating des Ortes: 5 London, United Kingdom
I’m not the world’s biggest Sam Smith’s fan because I like my wine… but I do have a soft spot for this beer bolthole in Fitzrovia. Often used for group meet-ups, this is a brilliant place to hire out for larger parties, and I’ve had at least three of my birthday do’s at this pub. Upstairs is the place to be particularly if you are with a larger group, and the best time of year to visit is winter when the fire starts roaring. Great if you like pubs that are a little bit like someone’s living room.
Lizp3
Rating des Ortes: 4 London, United Kingdom
My old local — very reasonable, always packed and great fun. Make sure you venture upstairs after 5 as there is more room and it’s nice and cosy in the winter. Great for an informal work do.
Cole O.
Rating des Ortes: 3 Atlanta, GA
Very cool hard-to find traditional British pub hidden somewhere between Goodge Street and Tottenham Court Road. We ended Up spending our time here on the second floor which turned out to be a laid back lounge area with comfortable leather couches and an interesting vibe. Was pretty quiet when we fancied on the venue, my colleague Mark S. Ended up playing DJ with his iPhone and made the room much more lively. If you see this place from the outside, it lures you in with it’s appearance — would love to see what’s it’s like on a Friday or Saturday night. Anyways — this was a cool place to have a quick pint before continuing on with the rest of our day.
Chloe N.
Rating des Ortes: 3 London, United Kingdom
If you want to escape the bustle of Oxford St or take cover from the relentless rain, then I would recommend The Bricklayers Arms. It’s great little quintessential British pub hidden behind Tottenham Court Rd. Upstairs you feel like you’ve walked into your Grandma’s sitting room(in a good way!), with plenty of lounges, a fireplace and a bar. It’s cozy, has a lively atmosphere and the pints are cheap as chips. Worth the trip for some after work drinks and quick bite to eat before you roll out and take on Soho. It’s a good find!
Maria B.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Brooklyn, NY
One of my favorite«traditional» pubs in London– but it’s rather hard to find I have to warn! It’s tucked away behind Tottenham Court Road, on Gresse St which usually isn’t even labeled on any map. After stumbling upon it years ago, I kept going back– the drinks are really cheap, the staff is friendly, and the atmosphere is cozy and«traditional». Upstairs there are comfortable couches and armchairs, and even a fireplace!
Dabbel
Rating des Ortes: 2 Berlin, Germany
Nice from outside. I walked in and found it rather small and simple. The choice of drinks looked very limited. No real ale. So, I walked out again, as I also didn’t see anything interesting.
Boon K.
Rating des Ortes: 4 London, United Kingdom
Its somewhat of an independent pub and not controlled by the big Weatherspoons and such, and thus they offer very local and obscure brews which is refreshing in today’s world that is dominated by Heineken, Carlsberg, and the likes. Very cosy place, nice large sofas upstairs, and quite reasonable prices.
Martina O.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Hackney Wick, United Kingdom
This is a great little hidden gem of a bar tucked away behind Oxford Street, quite close to Tottenham Court Road. Upstairs is beautifully decorated in an old fashioned theme which I love. Tons of comfy sofas, fireplace and the atmosphere is cosy and relaxed. They have a good selection of ales for those beer drinkers out there. It does get pretty busy in the evenings so it can be hard to find a seat so I would recommend going there early.
Joseph T.
Rating des Ortes: 3 London, United Kingdom
The Bricklayers Arms is a Sam Smith’s pub by the end of Charlotte Street where it meets Oxford Street. The bar has two floors with a bar on both. The ground floor is divided into two slightly pokey rooms with a dart board at the back. The top floor has sofas and fireplace and is definitely the place to sit. It is a decent pub with good cheap beer and pleasant staff. The upstairs is comfortable and a good place to relax, avoid the rush or escape the weather. However, it can get pretty squashed inside and it seems a little lacking in atmosphere.
Catherine H.
Rating des Ortes: 3 London, United Kingdom
Sitting on the top floor of this quiet pub, I couldn’t help but think I was in somebody’s sitting room, rather than a pub! I once came down to this quaint-looking pub on a quiet afternoon and enjoyed the experience. Located just behind Oxford Street and Totenham Court Road, it is ideal to come here to escape the hectic roads. The top floor is very cozy and you are able to spy into the streets or the nearby offices by sitting on the window sill seats. The beer is very affordable(not surprising, as it is also part of the Samuel Smith crew) and they also sell a tasty cherry beer. The pub is tucked away from the busy roads and thus does not seem to get too busy, but then again, I have never been here on a Friday or Saturday night.
Hedge T.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom
Great pub, beer is priced really cheap and the quality is second to none. On a Friday night in late summer there cannot be many better places to be after a hard week. There are not many pubs which are still so uniquely full of character and represent such good value for money. Sam Smiths Old Brewery Bitter went down a treat. If you are feeling adventerous try the bottled Sam Smiths Old Brewery Pale Ale. Its more expensive than the draft but it’s lovely. A serious London Pub, makes me wish I lived around the corner!
Marmit
Rating des Ortes: 4 London, United Kingdom
Fantastic pub. been here twice, but was so surprised that a cheap, friendly and cosy pub could exist right in the heart of London. The beer is pretty good and the sofas and décor were wonderful.