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25/10/2026
🌿 Sunday roast, veggie style! 🌿
Fancy something a little different this Sunday? 🍽️ Our delicious mushroom galette is the perfect vegetarian roast, packed with flavour and served with all the Sunday roast trimmings. 😋
A proper Sunday feast without the meat!
📍 Come and join us at The Golden Lion, St James
🍴 Book your table and make Sunday special!
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24/10/2026
🍽️ Sunday Roast at The Golden Lion 🦁
Make Sunday the best day of the week with a proper British roast! 🤤
Choose your favourite — from succulent roast beef and lamb to all the trimmings, crispy roasties, seasonal veg and lashings of gravy. 🥔🥕🍖
Perfect for a relaxed Sunday with family, friends and a pint or two. 🍺
📍 The Golden Lion, St James’s
🍽️ Book your table and make Sunday special!
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23/10/2026
🦁💳 DON’T FORGET TO TOP UP! 💳🦁
Every time you order a drink at the Golden Lion, remember to top up your Greene King Rewards Card! 🍻
It’s an easy way to make the most of your visits, with exclusive offers, special missions, freebies and rewards waiting for you. 🎁
📲 Order. Top up. Get rewarded.
Make sure you’ve got your Rewards Card ready next time you’re at the bar!
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22/10/2026
🎄✨ 65 DAYS TO GO! ✨🎄
Christmas is getting closer, so now’s the perfect time to get your Christmas party or special occasion booked at the Golden Lion! 🦁🎅
Whether it’s a work Christmas party, family get-together or a night out with friends, we’re ready to make it a celebration to remember. 🥂🍽️🎉
📅 Don’t leave it too late — book your table or party today!
📍 The Golden Lion, St James
🎄 Let the celebrations begin! 🎄
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21/10/2026
🦁📲 GET REWARDED AT THE GOLDEN LION! 🍻
Have you got the Greene King app yet?
It’s the perfect way to make your visits to the Golden Lion even more rewarding! 🎉
🎯 Special missions to complete
⭐ Earn loyalty points
🎁 Exclusive offers & rewards
🍺 FREE DRINKS
💥 Loads of great deals to enjoy
The more you use the app, the more rewards you can unlock!
📲 Download the Greene King app today, join our rewards programme and start earning on your next visit to the Golden Lion.
Why pay full price when you can get rewarded? 😉
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21/10/2026
🎃🍺 Ales from the dark side have arrived at the Golden Lion! 🍺🎃
Get into the Halloween spirit with our seasonal Haunted Highlander Ruby Rye Ale – 3.4% ABV. A full-bodied ruby ale brewed with the finest rye, packed with rich flavour and guaranteed to send shivers down your spine! 👻
Perfect for a chilly autumn evening. 🍂
Come and give it a try… if you dare! 🦇🍺
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20/10/2026
🍺🏰 King of the Castle meets game season! 🦌🥧
Come and enjoy our seasonal King of the Castle cask ale – a delicious 4.3% pale ale from St Austell Brewery, available for a limited time.
Pair it with our warming venison pie, packed with rich seasonal flavours. The perfect combination as autumn settles in! 🍂
📍Come and join us at The Golden Lion, St James.
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19/10/2026
🎄 Christmas Light Switch-On 🎄
Join us at The Golden Lion on Thursday 12th November at 7pm as we switch on our Christmas lights and officially kick off the festive season!
✨ Come along and enjoy the Christmas atmosphere
🎶 Live music and festive entertainment
🍷 Festive drinks flowing
🎄 Christmas cheer with friends, family and the Golden Lion team
Whether you're joining us for a drink, a bite to eat or simply to soak up the atmosphere, we’d love to see you there.
📅 Thursday 12th November
⏰ From 7pm
📍 The Golden Lion, St James
🎅 Come and join us and help us light up Christmas in St James!
Book your table now and make an evening of it.
17/10/2026
🍻 SATURDAY AT THE GOLDEN LION! 🦁✨
The weekend is here, so why not come and join us? Whether you're catching up with friends, enjoying some great food or settling in for a few drinks, we’ve got your Saturday sorted.
🍽️ Delicious pub favourites
🍺 Great beers & cask ales
🍸 Cocktails & weekend drinks
🎶 Good vibes all day and into the evening
Come and make your Saturday a good one at the Golden Lion, St James’s. 🦁
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🍻 See you at the bar!
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16/10/2026
🍻 FRIDAY AT THE GOLDEN LION! 🦁
The weekend starts here! Whether you’re joining us for a well-earned after-work drink, a bite to eat or a few beers with friends, we’ve got your Friday sorted. 🍺🍽️
From proper pub classics to great cask ales and refreshing drinks, come and settle in and let the weekend begin!
📍 The Golden Lion, St James
🦁 Where London life happens.
See you at the bar! 🍻
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15/10/2026
🍂🎃 Spice up your autumn at The Golden Lion! 🎃🍂
Fancy something a little different? Come and try Bumbu Caribbean Rum – rich, smooth and packed with warming Caribbean flavours. 🥃🌴
Perfect for those darker autumn evenings and a great choice for getting into the Halloween spirit! 👻
Why not join us for a rum or two? 🦁🥃
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14/10/2026
🎉 Get rewarded at the Golden Lion! 🦁
Make sure you’ve got your Rewards Card ready and top up those loyalty points every time you visit! 🍻
With loads of great deals, offers and rewards available, it’s well worth joining and making your visits count.
📲 Download the app, get your Rewards Card and start collecting points today!
The more you visit, the more you can enjoy. 🍺✨
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13/10/2026
🍺👑 ALL HAIL THE KING OF THE CASTLE! 👑🍺
New on the bar at The Golden Lion! 🦁
We’re welcoming King of the Castle, a cracking new cask ale from St Austell Brewery! 🍻
At a refreshing 4.3% ABV, this pale ale is ready to take its place on the throne. Perfect for an autumn pint, a catch-up with friends, or simply enjoying a proper British pub atmosphere.
⏳ In season now for a LIMITED TIME only!
📍 Pop into The Golden Lion, St James, and get yourself a pint before it’s gone!
👑 Come on in and crown your next favourite cask ale!
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12/10/2026
🍂🦌 IT’S GAME SEASON AT THE GOLDEN LION! 🦌🍂
Come on in for a warm welcome & Venison pie 🥧
As the nights draw in and autumn settles over London, there’s nothing quite like a hearty, warming pie! 🥧
Come and try our delicious Venison Pie, one of the stars of our autumn specials. Rich, comforting and perfect for the season, it’s just what you need as the weather turns colder.
🍺 Pair it with a pint of your favourite ale and settle in for a proper British pub experience!
📍 Join us at The Golden Lion, St James, and make the most of game season.
Who’s ready for a slice of autumn? 👇
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11/10/2026
🍽️ SUNDAY ROASTS AT THE GOLDEN LION 🦁
There’s nothing quite like a proper Sunday roast! 😍
Join us at The Golden Lion, St James, for a delicious Sunday feast, from perfectly roasted meats to all the trimmings, golden roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and lashings of rich gravy. 🤤
Whether you’re joining friends, gathering the family or simply treating yourself, we’ve got your Sunday sorted!
🍷 Great food, good drinks and a warm welcome await.
📍 The Golden Lion, St James
👑 Make your Sunday a little more special!
Book your table today and let us take care of Sunday lunch!
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09/10/2026
Love pubs? We need your support!
Hospitality brings communities together, but right now three hospitality business are closing every day. That’s why we're backing the call to cut VAT for hospitality from 20% to 10% and help secure the future of the sector.
Nearly 400,000 people have already signed. Now it's your turn.
📲 Scan the QR code or visit vatstheproblem.co.uk to add your name.
09/10/2026
🐟🍟 It’s Fish Friday at The Golden Lion! 🍻
Is there anything better than a classic fish and chips to kick-start your Friday? 😍 Crispy golden batter, delicious fish and proper pub vibes — the perfect way to celebrate the end of the week!
Join us at The Golden Lion, St James, for a Friday favourite. ❤️
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🍺 Pair it with a perfectly poured pint for the ultimate pub experience!
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07/10/2026
👋 Hello from the Golden Lion! 🦁✨
A little wave from the balcony and a big London welcome! Whether you’re joining us for a drink, a bite to eat or simply soaking up the atmosphere, there’s always a warm welcome waiting at the Golden Lion.
Come on up, grab a drink and enjoy a little piece of St James history. 🍻🥂
📍 The Golden Lion, St James’s
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06/10/2026
🍂 Sweeten up your autumn! 🍂
Meet our delicious Sticky Toffee Sundae — indulgent, warming and the perfect way to finish your meal. 🍨✨
Rich sticky toffee flavours, creamy ice cream and plenty of autumn comfort in every spoonful!
Pop in to The Golden Lion, St James and treat yourself. 🦁❤️
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05/10/2026
🍂 Proper comfort food for an autumn day! 🍂
Nothing beats a lovely, warming plate of sausage & mash as the nights draw in. 🌭🥔
Come and join us at the Golden Lion and tuck into some classic British comfort food, with a drink to match. 🍺
📍 The Golden Lion, St James
❤️ Come hungry, leave happy!
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04/10/2026
🦪 A great way to start your day! 🍋
Why not treat yourself to our delicious mussels at The Golden Lion? Fresh, flavoursome and perfect with a drink on the side. 🍻
Whether it’s a leisurely lunch or an early evening bite, come and enjoy a taste of something special in the heart of St James. 🦁
📍 The Golden Lion, St James
✨ Good food. Great atmosphere. Proper pub.
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04/10/2026
🍽️ Sunday roast cravings? We’ve got you covered! 🍽️
Two hungry lads, two cracking roasts… and then they went for the vegan galette too! 😋
🥩 Roast Beef
🍖 Lamb Rump
🌱 Vegetarian Mushroom Gallette
Clearly, one roast each just wasn’t enough! 😂
Whether you’re after a traditional Sunday roast or something plant-based, there’s always room for another plate at The Golden Lion. 🦁
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🍻 Good food, great drinks & proper Sunday vibes.
Come hungry… leave happy! ❤️
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03/10/2026
🍂 A taste of autumn has arrived at the Golden Lion! 🦌🥧
Meet our new Venison Pie, one of our delicious autumn specials. Rich, hearty and warming — the perfect comfort food as the evenings draw in.
Pair it with a pint of your favourite cask ale and settle in for a proper autumn treat. 🍺🔥
📍 The Golden Lion, St James
🍽️ Come and try our autumn specials!
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Address
25 King Street
London
SW1Y 6QY
The pub is located on King Street in London. If you are using public transport, the nearest tube station is Piccadilly Circus, which is about a 5-minute walk away. Alternatively, you can take a bus to Trafalgar Square or Charing Cross and then walk to the pub.
If you are driving, there are several car parks nearby where you can park your vehicle for a fee. The closest one is Q-Park Chinatown Car Park, which is located on Newport Place and is about a 2-minute walk from the pub. Another option is the NCP Car Park at St Martin's Lane Hotel, which is about a 5-minute walk away. However, please note that parking in central London can be expensive and spaces may be limited.
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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The Golden Lion SW1Y is a pub that has stood the test of time and continues to be loved by locals and visitors alike. With a history dating back to 1721, this iconic establishment has been frequented by London's elite, stars, and actors such as Oscar Wilde, Aubrey Beardsley, Sir Laurence Olivier, and Vivien Leigh. The pub's charm lies in its ability to transport guests back in time with its nooks and crannies and expertly kept cask ale.
Whether you're looking for a casual night out or a place to gather with friends, The Golden Lion SW1Y has something for everyone. The restaurant services include groups, outdoor seating, reservations, waiters, and walk-ins. The specialties of the restaurant are dinner and lunch.
Located on King Street in London, this pub is the perfect spot to watch the world go by while enjoying a pint or two. So why not join the ranks of famous patrons who have graced these hallowed halls? Come visit The Golden Lion SW1Y today!
