The Washington is a prominent corner pub at 50 England's Lane, just north of Primrose Hill. Its traditional exterior and homely interior give it the feel of a neighbourhood landmark, while the kitchen supports anything from a light lunch to a family dinner. Walk ins are welcomed, with booking available for diners who want to secure a table.
The main menu combines polished pub classics with seasonal restaurant dishes. Chicken Milanese, beer battered haddock and chips, pies and burgers appear alongside fish, steaks and plant led plates. Small dishes such as calamari, mushrooms on sourdough and fried mozzarella can be shared or used to build a lighter meal.
Sundays bring a dedicated roast menu with meat and vegetarian choices, accompanied by roast potatoes, vegetables and Yorkshire pudding where appropriate. Daily specials allow the kitchen to respond to seasonal ingredients beyond the printed selection. The online menu includes allergen filters, but guests with specific needs should also speak with staff because recipes and preparation can change.
Cask beer, wine, spirits and cocktails make the bar as relevant as the dining room. The Washington works for a casual drink, a full dinner or a long Sunday lunch, and its position between Belsize Park and Primrose Hill attracts both local regulars and visitors. Food, drinks and the character of the building carry equal weight in the experience.
Address: 50 England's Lane, London NW3 4UE, England
The Washington Menu
Snacks
Fried Chicken
chilli honey, buttermilk jalapeño ranch sauce
Beef Shin Croquettes
gochujang mayo
Handmade Scotch Egg
Oxford sauce
Padrón Peppers (VE)
Monkfish Scampi
tartare sauce
Hand-Breaded Halloumi Fries (V)
chipotle chilli chutney
Sharers
Charcuterie & Hot Honey Baked Camembert
Italian cured meats, pickles, toasted sourdough, rye bread
Fritto Misto
crispy king prawns, calamari, monkfish, padrón peppers, saffron aioli, tartare sauce
Whole Baked Sourdough (V)
salted butter
Small Plates
Pan-Seared Scallops
crispy chorizo, lemon oil*
Crispy Duck & Watermelon Salad
teriyaki glazed duck, crispy noodles, pomegranate seeds
Burrata (V)
heritage tomatoes, black olive tapenade, sourdough crisps
Mushrooms on Toasted Sourdough (VE)
haricot bean & rosemary purée
Calamari
saffron aioli
Miso Chicken Skewers
yakiniku BBQ sauce, miso dressing*
Mains
Our daily specials are selected and prepared by our team of chefs, ask a member of the team what is available today. Ask our team for today’s pie of the day.
10oz Ribeye Steak
fries, your choice of peppercorn*, chimichurri or beef dripping sauce
Chicken Milanese
rocket & cherry tomato salad, fries
Ham, Egg & Chips
French-trimmed glazed gammon, Copper Maran fried egg, triple-cooked chips, red wine sauce
Roasted Harissa Cauliflower (V)
cauliflower purée, spiced grains, parsley & mint, chive oil
Roasted Harissa Cauliflower (VE)
spiced grains, parsley & mint, chive oil
Chicken, Smoked Bacon & Avocado Caesar Salad
croutons, cherry tomatoes, Parmesan, Caesar dressing
Heritage Tomato Panzanella Salad (VE)
olives, rocket, chicory, pine nuts, salsa verde
King Prawn & Devon Crab Linguine
picante sauce, lemon & herb pangrattato
Beer-Battered Fresh Atlantic Haddock & Chips
minted crushed peas, tartare sauce
Devonshire Cheddar & Pancetta Burger
grilled beef patty, red pepper & tomato relish, fries
Pan-Roasted Fillet of Cod
potato rosti chips, sautéed leeks & peas, lemon, caper & parsley sauce*
Sandwiches
Our sandwiches are served Mon-Fri until 5pm
Beer-Battered Haddock Goujon
lettuce, tartare sauce, pickles, in a brioche bun
Grilled Halloumi (V)
avocado, chipotle chilli chutney, pickles, crispy spiced onions, in a brioche bun
Sirloin Steak Sandwich
aged sirloin steak, crispy spiced onions, chimichurri, watercress, mayonnaise, on rustic bread. £1 Supplement
Chicken Caesar Sandwich
avocado, smoked streaky bacon, Parmesan, Caesar dressing on rustic bread
Croque Monsieur
Honey roast ham, mature Cheddar & Parmesan cheese toasted in sourdough bread
Sides
Potato Rosti Chips (V)
Triple Cooked Chips (VE)
Chip Shop Curry Sauce (VE)
Rosemary & Parmesan Fries
white truffle-infused oil
Creamed Spinach (V)
Cherry Tomato & Grain Salad (VE)
Miso-Glazed Hispi Cabbage* (VE)
Desserts
Strawberries & Cream Sundae (V)
strawberry and vanilla ice cream, oat crumble, strawberries, whipped cream
Bramley Apple & Timperley Rhubarb Crumble (V)
vanilla crème anglaise
Bramley Apple & Timperley Crumble (VE)
vegan vanilla ice cream
Chocolate Fondant (V)
salted caramel ice cream
Sticky Toffee Pudding (V)
ginger ice cream
Ice Cream – 3 scoops of your choice
British Cheeses (V)
savoury biscuits, rye bread, hedgerow chutney, grapes
Coffee & Mini Brownie (V)
Triple Chocolate Brownie (V)
Caramel Biscuit Torte (VE)
Platinum Buffet
£30 per person
Calamari
saffron aioli
Miso Chicken Skewers*
yakiniku BBQ sauce
Heritage Tomato Panzanella Salad (VE)
olives, rocket, chicory, pine nuts, salsa verde
Cheese Burger Sliders
beef patty topped with mature Cheddar
Fries (VE)
Artichoke, Red Pepper & Tomato Arancini (ve)
herb mayo
Hand-Breaded Halloumi Fries (V)
chipotle chilli chutney
Smoked Salmon Rillettes
on rye bread
Handmade Scotch Egg
Oxford Sauce
Padrón Peppers (ve)
Gold Buffet
£25 per person
Calamari
saffron aioli
Fried Chicken
chilli honey, buttermilk jalapeño ranch sauce
Heritage Tomato Panzanella Salad (VE)
olives, rocket, chicory, pine nuts, salsa verde
Cheese Burger Sliders
beef patty topped with mature Cheddar
Fries (VE)
Artichoke, Red Pepper & Tomato Arancini (ve)
herb mayo
Hand-Breaded Halloumi Fries (V)
chipotle chilli chutney