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The Pelican

Notting Hill's gastropub gem: robust British plates, craft ales, and sustainable flair in a revived 150-year-old corner boozer.

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Nestled on a vibrant corner of Notting Hill's All Saints Road, The Pelican is a stylishly revived 19th-century pub transformed into one of London's premier gastropubs. Under head chef Owen Kenworthy, it delivers robust British fare using regenerative produce, from spider crab toast and Welsh rarebit to luxurious lobster-monkfish pies and bone-in sirloins. The bar buzzes with craft ales like Allsopp’s Pilsner, classic cocktails, and a curated wine list favoring New World bottles. Private dining upstairs adds exclusivity, while the atmosphere blends historic charm with modern flair—perfect for lingering lunches or lively evenings in W11.

A brief summary to The Pelican

  • 45 All Saints Rd, London, W11 1HE, GB
  • +442045372880
  • Visit website
  • Duration: 1.5 to 3 hours
  • Mid ranged
  • Environment icon Indoor
  • Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
  • Monday 5 pm-12 am
  • Tuesday 12 pm-12 am
  • Wednesday 12 pm-12 am
  • Thursday 12 pm-11 pm
  • Friday 12 pm-12 am
  • Saturday 12 pm-11 pm
  • Sunday 12 pm-11 pm

Local tips

  • Opt for the lobster-monkfish pie—its flaky pastry and bisque make it ideal for sharing.
  • Pair bar snacks like Welsh rarebit or spider crab toast with Allsopp’s Pilsner for a classic pub start.
  • Check handwritten specials for seasonal gems like guinea fowl or fresh salads.
  • Book the upstairs Pelican Room for private groups seeking an intimate feast.
  • Explore the New World-heavy wine list; markups are fair for quality pours.
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Revival of a Notting Hill Icon

For 150 years, The Pelican stood as an ordinary boozer on All Saints Road, a quiet fixture amid Notting Hill's evolving streetscape. In 2022, restaurateur James Gummer spearheaded its dramatic overhaul, stripping back layers to reveal a glamorous space that honors its pub roots while elevating it to gastropub stardom. The corner location captures the neighborhood's eclectic energy, where market stalls and Portobello Road's buzz spill over into this welcoming haven.

Culinary Mastery from Owen Kenworthy

Head chef Owen Kenworthy, with stints at The Wolseley, Sketch, and Brawn, infuses the menu with intelligent British cooking. Starters like cured trout with dill, cods cheeks in luminous curry sauce, and spider crab toast showcase pristine seafood and offal. Mains emphasize provenance: onglet with shallot, hake with mussels, or a Tamworth pork chop paired with parsley sauce and caramelized apple. Sides such as smoked new potatoes or Cornish mids complement the hearty plates.

Signature Pies and Sharing Feasts

The lobster and monkfish pie, topped with burnished puff pastry and bound in lobster head bisque, exemplifies the kitchen's prowess—designed for two but feeding more at accessible pricing. Chicken and ham or pumpkin and Wigmore pies offer flaky, filling alternatives. Large-format feasts like whole lamb shoulder or bone-in sirloin encourage communal dining, while bar snacks—pork scratchings, sausage rolls, Welsh rarebit, and monkfish scampi with Marie Rose—perfectly pair with drinks.

Drinks with Depth and Character

Eight pumps feature revived Allsopp’s ales alongside crafts from Portobello, Deya, and Kernel. The compact cocktail lineup nails classics: Old Fashioned, Negroni, Margarita, and Martini, with non-alcoholic twists like No-Groni. Wines lean New World, reasonably marked up, supporting the sustainable ethos through regenerative suppliers. Upstairs, the Pelican Room hosts private gatherings.

Sustainable Ethos in Every Bite

Provenance drives the menu, partnering with suppliers using regenerative farming to minimize environmental impact. Brief descriptions belie thoughtful execution: marinated tomatoes with Lancashire cheese, cucumber and sorrel salads, or mince on toast atop griddled sourdough. Desserts like lemon posset with shortbread or ginger parkin and custard provide comforting closes, rooted in family recipes.

Vibrant Hub of W11

Big, solid, and unapologetically glamorous, The Pelican thrives as a neighborhood anchor. Its joyful spirit echoes influential London spots, blending pub familiarity with refined touches. Whether for a light lunch of fritters and pilsner or a feast spanning snacks to sweets, it captures Notting Hill's essence—historic yet forward-looking.

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