Cock & Lion is a historic Marylebone pub at 62 Wigmore Street, where it has welcomed guests since 1786. The Victorian interior pairs dark wood, red leather and framed local history with the relaxed character of a traditional London public house. Its central location between Marylebone and Mayfair makes it a practical choice for lunch, after work drinks, dinner or a leisurely weekend visit.
The food begins with nibbles and small plates designed for sharing. Olives, miso Padrón peppers, burrata with heritage tomatoes and crab crostini sit alongside pork belly bites, scampi, halloumi fries, a handmade Scotch egg and sausage roll. The selection balances familiar pub comforts with brighter modern flavours, allowing a table to build either a light snack or a varied first course.
Larger plates retain the same mix of British tradition and contemporary bistro cooking. Beer battered fish and chips comes with minted mushy peas, tartare and curry sauce, while flat iron British chicken is served with shallot and bacon butter and skin on chips. Roasted cauliflower with North Indian spices and a summer grain salad provides a substantial plant based choice, with burgers and seasonal specials adding further variety.
Weekday lunch includes generously filled sourdough sandwiches, such as fish fingers with dill mayonnaise and pickles, steak with caramelised onions and mustard mayonnaise, and a proper club sandwich. Sunday roasts give the weekend menu a classic focal point, while puddings such as sticky toffee provide a rich finish. Carefully kept beer, wine and soft drinks make the pub equally suited to a full meal or a casual stop at the bar.
Address: 62 Wigmore Street, Marylebone, London W1U 2SA, United Kingdom
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