The Golden Lion SW1Y

The Golden Lion SW1Y The Golden Lion is a treasure of a pub in St James's Welcome to The Golden Lion!

Just a stone's throw from Buckingham Palace, our pub dates back to 1690 and boasts stained glass windows and a dark wood interior. Our 'theatre bar' features memorabilia from the former St James's Theatre and our family-friendly and dog-friendly environment is easily accessible by tube. Enjoy our delicious range of classic dishes and extensive drinks menu, from hand-battered cod and chips to pan seared steaks. With Spencer House and the King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Memorial nearby, there's something for everyone at The Golden Lion.

01/10/2026

🍂 AUTUMN SPECIALS HAVE ARRIVED! 🍂

As the nights draw in, it’s time for something warm, hearty and comforting at the Golden Lion. 🦁

Come and try our new autumn specials, including:

🥧 Warming Fish Pie – creamy, comforting and perfect for the season
🍷 Venison Pie – rich, hearty and packed with flavour
🍮 Sticky Toffee Crumble – the ultimate autumn treat to finish

So wrap up, head to St James and settle in with some proper autumn comfort food. 🍻🍂

Come and taste autumn at the Golden Lion! 🦁

🍺🇩🇪 EIN PROST! 🇩🇪🍺Anna is raising a glass of Paulaner Oktoberfest at the Golden Lion! 🍻The steins are flowing, the atmos...
29/09/2026

🍺🇩🇪 EIN PROST! 🇩🇪🍺
Anna is raising a glass of Paulaner Oktoberfest at the Golden Lion! 🍻
The steins are flowing, the atmosphere is building, and Oktoberfest is in full swing! 🎉
Why not join us for a taste of Munich right here in the heart of St James? Grab your friends, raise a glass and say it with us…
EIN PROST! 🍻
📍 The Golden Lion, St James
🍺 Paulaner Oktoberfest
🎶 Great atmosphere
🇩🇪 Oktoberfest vibes all around

29/09/2026

🍻 EIN PROST! 🇩🇪🎉
Oktoberfest has arrived at the Golden Lion! 🍺
Join us for a taste of Bavaria as we raise a stein, enjoy great b**r, good food and plenty of Oktoberfest atmosphere. 🇩🇪🥨
Gather your friends, grab a stein and get into the spirit of the season!
🍺 Prost! 🥨 Prost! 🍻 Prost!
📍 The Golden Lion, St James
🇩🇪 Oktoberfest — join us!
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28/09/2026

🍂🐟 NEW AUTUMN SPECIAL! 🐟🍂
As the nights draw in, it’s time for something warm, hearty and comforting… introducing our NEW Winter Fish Pie! 🥧✨
Packed with delicious fish in a creamy Chardonnay sauce and topped with golden cheesy crushed potatoes — the perfect dish to warm you up as autumn turns to winter.
Come down to The Golden Lion, St James’s and give our latest seasonal special a try. 🍻
📍 25 King Street, St James’s
🍽️ Available now — while it lasts!
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28/09/2026

🦁 Our Golden Lion Pledge 🦁
We’re proud of our history, passionate about our pub, and always ready to welcome you. ❤️
At the Golden Lion, we want to keep the spirit of this historic St James’s pub alive — creating a place where great food, proper drinks, good times and a warm welcome come together.
Whether you’re joining us for a pint, dinner, a Sunday roast or simply soaking up the atmosphere, you’re always welcome at the Golden Lion.
Come in, make yourself at home and be part of our story. 🦁🍻
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27/09/2026

🍂 Autumn evenings are here… 🍻
The nights are drawing in, the air is getting cooler, and there’s no better time to settle in with a drink at the Golden Lion. 🦁
Whether it’s a perfectly poured pint of cask ale, a glass of w**e or one of your favourite cocktails, join us this Sunday evening and make the most of the last few hours of the weekend.
🔥 Good drinks. Great atmosphere. Proper pub vibes.
See you at the Lion! 🦁🍻
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27/09/2026

Here’s a lively Instagram caption for the Golden Lion:
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🏃‍♂️🍺 10K DONE! 🍺🏃‍♂️
A massive well done to everyone taking on the Vitality London 10,000 today! 👏💪
And what better way to celebrate crossing that finish line than popping into the Golden Lion for some well-earned hydration, a few b**rs and a bite to eat! 🍻🍔
Great effort, lads — you’ve definitely earned it! 🦁💛
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🍻 Saturday night at the Golden Lion! 🦁A few of the lads enjoying some drinks, good food and a great atmosphere in the he...
26/09/2026

🍻 Saturday night at the Golden Lion! 🦁
A few of the lads enjoying some drinks, good food and a great atmosphere in the heart of St James’s. 🍽️🍺
Whether you’re joining us for a bite to eat, a few b**rs or just soaking up the Saturday-night atmosphere, we’ve got you covered!
📍 The Golden Lion, St James’s
🥂 Good drinks • Great food • Proper pub atmosphere
Come and make a night of it! 🦁✨
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26/09/2026

🍂 Cask Ale, Pie & Mash season is here! 🍺🥧

As autumn draws in and the nights start getting cooler, there’s no better time to settle in at the Golden Lion for a proper pint of cask ale and a comforting plate of pie & mash.

And joining us this season is Luke, our newest member of the team! 👋🦁 Give him a warm Golden Lion welcome when you see him behind the bar.

Good food, great cask ale and a warm welcome — what more could you ask for this autumn?

📍 The Golden Lion, St James’s
🍺 Cask ale | 🥧 Pie & mash | ❤️ Proper pub atmosphere

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25/09/2026

Here’s a warm Friday post that highlights the three guests and the food:
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🍻 THANK GOD IT’S FRIDAY! 🦁✨
Friday is here, and there’s no better way to start the weekend than with good food, great drinks and good company at the Golden Lion! ❤️
Today, we had three lovely customers join us for some delicious food — and it’s always a pleasure seeing our guests enjoying what we do. 🍽️😊
Whether you’re joining us for dinner, a few drinks after work, or kicking off your weekend, we’ll be here waiting for you!
📍 St James’s, London
🍺 Great British ales
🍽️ Delicious pub food
🥂 Good times guaranteed
Happy Friday from all of us at the Golden Lion! 🦁🍻
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21/09/2026

🍂 AUTUMN HAS ARRIVED AT THE GOLDEN LION 🍻

The nights are drawing in, the evenings are getting cosy… and there’s no better time to discover our Cask Ale Flight — just £6! 🍺

Taste your way through four of our favourites:

🍺 Greene King IPA – crisp, clean and hoppy
🍺 London Glory – rich, malty, fruity and beautifully balanced
🦁 Golden Lion – our very own house ale
🍂 Bury St Edmunds – our seasonal ale, inspired by the brewing heritage of Bury St Edmunds

Three ales if you take a b**r flight Just £6.💥

Come and find your favourite this autumn at The Golden Lion, St James. 🍻🔥

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21/09/2026

🍺 Bury St Edmunds Golden B**r 🍺

Our seasonal cask ale has landed! 🌟
Light, easy-drinking and seriously refreshing, with delicious pink grapefruit flavours, a crisp bitterness and a wonderfully refreshing finish. 🍊✨
Perfect for those who love a beautifully balanced, flavourful pint without it being too heavy.
🍻 Come and try our seasonal cask while it lasts!
📍 The Golden Lion, St James
Proper pub. Proper cask ale. 🦁
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20/09/2026

🍽️ SUNDAY ROAST AT THE GOLDEN LION 🦁
Sundays are made for a proper roast! 🤤
Come and enjoy our succulent lamb rump, perfectly cooked and served with all the trimmings — the perfect way to spend your Sunday. 🍖🥔🥕
And we’re delighted to introduce the newest member of the Golden Lion team… Millie! 👋🦁 Give her a warm welcome next time you’re in!
Great food, great people and that unmistakable Golden Lion atmosphere.
📍 St James, London
🍽️ Sunday roast served today
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19/09/2026

✨ Saturday nights at The Golden Lion ✨
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Dressed to impress, cocktails in hand and the perfect setting for a night in St James. 🥂🍸
Whether you're joining us for dinner, drinks or simply soaking up the atmosphere, make The Golden Lion your Saturday night destination. 🦁✨
📍 St James, London
🍸 Great drinks • 🍽️ Delicious food • ✨ Historic surroundings
See you at the Lion this Saturday!
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19/09/2026

✨ Saturday nights at The Golden Lion ✨
Dressed to impress, cocktails in hand and the perfect setting for a night in St James. 🥂🍸
Whether you're joining us for dinner, drinks or simply soaking up the atmosphere, make The Golden Lion your Saturday night destination. 🦁✨
📍 St James, London
🍸 Great drinks • 🍽️ Delicious food • ✨ Historic surroundings
See you at the Lion this Saturday!
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18/09/2026

🍻 THANK GOD IT’S FRIDAY! 🍻
The weekend starts here! 🙌 Join us at the Golden Lion for a few well-deserved drinks, great vibes and the perfect Friday atmosphere. 🦁✨
🍺 Proper pints
🍸 Cocktails
🥂 Good times
Round up your friends, leave the week behind and make Friday count!
📍 The Golden Lion, St James
Cheers to the weekend! 🥂
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17/09/2026

🍻 THIRSTY THURSDAY! 🍻
Looking for the perfect way to kick-start your weekend? Join us at The Golden Lion, St James! 🦁✨
Enjoy a proper British pub atmosphere, great food, perfectly poured pints and your favourite drinks. 🍺🍸
Round up your friends, grab a table and make Thursday one to remember!
📍 The Golden Lion, St James
🍻 Thirsty Thursday starts here!
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15/09/2026

🍺🥨 OKTOBERFEST IS COMING TO THE GOLDEN LION! 🇩🇪🎉
Get ready to raise a stein as we celebrate Oktoberfest from 22nd September to 5th October!
We’ll be serving up Paulaner b**r, perfect for getting into the Bavarian spirit, alongside great food, good times and plenty of Oktoberfest atmosphere! 🍻
So grab your friends, bring your appetite and get ready to Prost! 🥂
📍 The Golden Lion, St James
📅 22nd September – 5th October
Steins up. Good times guaranteed. 🍺🇩🇪
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13/09/2026

🍽️ SUNDAY ROAST AT THE GOLDEN LION 🦁
Sunday calls for a proper roast! 😍
Come and enjoy our succulent lamb rump, perfectly cooked and served with all the trimmings. 🥩🥔🥕✨
Whether it’s a family lunch, catching up with friends, or simply treating yourself — make Sunday a little more special at the Golden Lion, St James’s.
🍷 Great food
🍺 Proper British pub
❤️ Good times
Book your table and make it a Sunday to remember!
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12/09/2026

🖤 SATURDAY AT THE GOLDEN LION 🖤
Meet one of the mysterious characters of the Golden Lion… 🧙‍♀️✨
Stepping straight out of our historic walls, she’s ready for a Saturday night in St James! From the theatre bar to the main bar, there’s always a story waiting to be told. 🍸🍻
Come and soak up the history, enjoy a proper British pub atmosphere, and make a few memories of your own.

📍 The Golden Lion, St James ✨ Where London life happens.
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11/09/2026

🥩🦐 HOW GOOD DOES IT GET? 🦐🥩
Our NEW Surf & Turf special has landed at The Golden Lion! 🔥
A succulent sirloin steak topped with juicy king prawns, served with a loaded jacket potato, crispy onion rings & fresh corn salsa. 🤤
Honestly… it doesn’t get much better than this!
Come and try our latest special before it’s gone! 🍽️✨
📍 The Golden Lion, St James’s
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11/09/2026

🍺 CAMRA MEMBERS – THIS ONE’S FOR YOU! 🍺
From 16th September to 26th October, CAMRA members can enjoy 25% OFF our cask ale range at The Golden Lion! 🍻
And what better way to enjoy a perfectly kept pint than pairing it with one of our delicious mini pies or classic pie & mash? 🥧
Proper British pub food. Proper British ale. 🇬🇧
📍 The Golden Lion, St James’s
🍺 25% off cask ale for CAMRA members
🥧 Available from 16th September – 26th October
Why not pop in, grab a pint and get stuck into a pie? 🍻🥧
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10/09/2026

🎄✨ Join us for our best Christmas yet! ✨🎄
Planning your Christmas party, office celebration or festive get-together? 🎅🥂
We have a fantastic selection of buffet menus, two-course and three-course festive options, with something to suit every celebration. 🍽️🎄
Bring your team, friends or family and celebrate the festive season with us at The Golden Lion. 🦁✨
🎁 Never too early to book! Christmas dates fill up quickly, so get your plans in early and make this your best Christmas yet!
📍 The Golden Lion, St James
🎅 Christmas Parties | Office Parties | Group Bookings | Festive Celebrations
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08/09/2026

🍽️ NEW SPECIALS ARE HERE! 🍽️
Something delicious for everyone at The Golden Lion! 😍
✨ STARTERS 🥢 Crispy Panko Tofu Salad
🍤 King Prawn Bruschetta – toasted ciabatta, chunky heritage tomato & avocado, topped with garlic-fried king prawns, chilli & coriander
🥩 MAINS 🐑 Succulent Lamb Rump – with spiced whipped feta, charred baby gem, peas, crispy potatoes & balsamic glaze
🥩 Sirloin Surf & Turf – sirloin steak topped with garlic-fried king prawns, spiced cheese sauce, loaded jacket potato & heritage tomato salad
🍰 DESSERTS 🍫 Loaded Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake
🍓 Raspberry & Pistachio Eton Mess
Come hungry and come try our new specials! 🤤❤️
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25 King Street
London
SW1Y6QY

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 11pm
Tuesday 11am - 11pm
Wednesday 11am - 11pm
Thursday 11am - 11pm
Friday 11am - 11pm
Saturday 11am - 11pm
Sunday 11am - 10:30pm

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