This joint has always had a special place in my heart.
In my college years, I used to regularly come down to watch the legendary Rick McGhie play all the favourites. It was also a spot I used to gig as well.
To return to London and see that it hadn’t lost its charm was a welcome feeling.
It recently changed hands of ownership and so far I absolutely love what they are doing with the place. Expanding their events style to so much more. Dance parties, hip hop shows, comedy nights. They even have karaoke rooms!
The staff are always lovely and the food and drink selection is among the best for pubs in London.
Thanks Poachers for all the good times!
Food was good and service was great..ordered their Korean Fried Chicken half original and half sauced and if was tasty. Their Nachos was good too. Even though they were busy our server was checking on us a lot of times.
I want to give 6 stars if can. I finally tried The Famous Korean Fried Chicken and just fell in love with it. I ordered the half crispy and half Korean-Style seasoned and, like in the pictures, it came as a complete meal package including a decent size radish pickle (also quite Korean style), coleslaw, french-fry, and garlic dipping sauce. It was an amazing food experience - taste just as good as how it was back in home. I think I don't need to go to Korea town in Toronto anymore for my soul food. Thanks Poacher's for adding another fantastic reason of loving Local!
When you walk down a set of stairs into a bar you have certain expectations, and this place meets all of them. The atmosphere is great, the trivia is punishing, the open mic comedians are funny, and the staff are friendly. Haven't eaten here but that's really not why I'm going here is it. Great place to imbibe responsibly with friends.
I've been here twice now, the second time it was absolutely packed and I left because I couldn't even hear myself think. The review will focus on the first visit.
It's underground, yes. But well lit and has a certain charm. The server was absolutely delightful. So were the beers, and some sort of dish I can that I cannot remember the name of but was yummy all the same.
Will I go again? Yep. But I'll make sure to look at the crowds inside first. If you do brave it anyway, be ready to wait for a while to get that pint.
If you haven’t tried the Korean Fried Chicken at Poacher’s Arms then you don’t know what you’re missing. You need to place an order for takeaway and enjoy this amazing chicken. I ordered the original, Seoul style and soy sauce chicken and each was amazing in its own way. The crunch on that chicken is next level and the flavours take you straight to Seoul. Can not recommend enough.
Went to Poacher's Arms for dinner — It was absolutely delicious and Jimmy was amazing and so personable. We felt super welcomed. We ordered both the Seoul bros and regular fried chicken. It was amazing!! The best fried chicken I’ve ever had!
We tried their new Korean Fried Chicken and it was SO good 😍 very crispy and not greasy at all. The coleslaw and daikon were also very well made. The sauce is a must!! I'm craving more already 🤤
Great atmosphere, good food, love the live music nights and it's a good place to go and chill for a few drinks with friends.
Best bar in London. Food was great. It has Karaoke inside. If u go there, just go ahead!
Sarah-Anne Nethery (Annie)
+5
Very delicious food! This place hasn't changed much over the years (in a good way!) Always a super lovely time
For some reason a bartender tried to argue to me that bourbon is not a type of whiskey 😵💫😵💫 either way this place is generally really good! Definitely recommend, especially for the Korean fried chicken (best fried chicken in the city no lie)
Who would have thought a British Pub serves one of, if not the best Korean chicken you can find in London. The chicken crispiness and sauce balance was truly phenomenal and the servers were nothing but kind. Will be back soon
Always great service from Natalie (our usual server) when we go and great food from Nicole and co :)
Amazing live music and staff had a great night
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