Weekly Review: The Thomas Cubitt

The perfect Belgravia spot for any vibe, whether you want a pub or white table cloth.

Quick hit: Elevated pub food in a great location.

Details: Booking advised. Belgravia / Victoria. ££.
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Find it on Google Maps. 44 Elizabeth St, London SW1W 9PA

Elizabeth Street is one my favourite places in London. It’s pretty, and full of interesting shops and good looking restaurants.

The Thomas Cubitt sits in the middle of its long stretch between Victoria and Chelsea. I suppose it’s technically Belgravia, or maybe Pimlico, and the street has adopted elements of character from all of them.

I started going to the Thomas Cubitt about 15 years ago. It was walking distance from my office, and a great place to take clients and colleagues, especially from Europe. A chance to show off traditional English fare.

The ground floor is an excellent pub, with handcrafted ales and a pleasant terrace. The upstairs is a white table cloth dining room, appropriate for a more professional lunch.

And the food has always been reliable and excellent.

When I was originally drafting my London Quick Reference Guide back in January, it was one of the first places I included.

But I realised recently, much to my shame, that I hadn’t been in about two years. It was time to get back.

I visited with a friend on Monday, so the upstairs dining room was closed. That didn’t matter, as they offered the whole menu downstairs, and it was a more comfortable spot on a warm summer day.

The atmosphere was convivial. Some tourists who had clearly done their research were at the next table, but it was mostly locals. There was a pleasant, pub buzz. The Thomas Cubitt delivered, as it always has. Much better than typical tourist pub.

Happily, the food delivered, too.

I started with a European Chopped Salad. Delicious. Crisp. Refreshing with zingy homemade dressing.

I followed with Monkfish, served with chorizo and chickpeas. This has become a fairly common dish on London menus, but this one was excellent. The monkfish was well cooked and the chorizo was spicy. Sweet onions balanced everything perfectly.

Lovely monkfish.

For dessert, a big chocolate thing. Fondant technically. A rich vanilla ice cream. Fantastic. My sweet tooth well and truly satiated.

Chocolate fondant.

I’m really pleased to have had the chance to return to The Thomas Cubitt, and really happy to continue recommending it for a Professional Lunch. It’s great food, and your choice of vibe. Want a little more professional? Book upstairs. Want a little more casual? Stick downstairs in the pub.

Either way, it’s an ideal choice.

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