Princess Victoria

Notting Hill & West London

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Grandly restored, the roomy interior of this imposing former Victorian gin palace soaks up pretty much any hubbub thrown at it, with ample elbow space and a setting of gorgeous skylights and period details. The menu is a gastronomic event, wine-lovers are well supplied and the walled herb garden at the rear is a choice setting for one of the gin-infused cocktails.

Troubadours can take part in open-mic night on Tuesdays, from 8pm, with a free tipple thrown in. If you overdo things on the gin, one of the pub's five new and rather smart bedrooms upstairs can help see you through the night.

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