The Pie Man at The Rugby Tavern is a first floor restaurant inside the historic pub at 19 Great James Street in Bloomsbury. Its characterful dining room offers a more settled place to eat while retaining the warmth and informality of the tavern below.
Pies are the defining attraction, bringing crisp pastry together with hearty, slow cooked fillings and familiar accompaniments. The style is rooted in British and Irish comfort food, with generous portions suited to a leisurely lunch or evening meal.
A wider pub and gastropub selection gives groups alternatives beyond the signature dish, while seasonal specials allow the kitchen to vary its offer. Sides and vegetables round out the richer mains and make it easy to build a complete plate.
Beer, wine and spirits from the Rugby Tavern naturally complement the food. The Pie Man is particularly appealing to diners seeking traditional cooking in an atmospheric central London setting that feels removed from the busier streets nearby.
Address: The Rugby Tavern, 19 Great James Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1N 3ES, England