The Fence, Farringdon

The Fence, Farringdon

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Hours
Mon
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tue
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wed
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thu
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Fri
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sat
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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Ratings and reviews
3.5
3.5 of 5 bubbles

RATINGS
Food
3.5 of 5 bubbles
Service
3.5 of 5 bubbles
Value
3.4 of 5 bubbles
Atmosphere
3.4 of 5 bubbles
Details
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CUISINES
Bar, British, Pub, Gastropub
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
features
Does this restaurant offer highchairs for toddlers?
About
A stylish, sophisticated bar and eating house, The Fence is one of the best spots in Farringdon, with a rich selection of craft beers, cocktails, freshly prepared food and excellent atmosphere.
CUISINES
Bar, British, Pub, Gastropub
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
3.5
3.5 of 5 bubbles139 reviews
Excellent
36
Very good
45
Average
32
Poor
16
Terrible
10

simon m
Bedfordshire160 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • friends
Enjoyed our first experience at The Fence. I had booked a table for our group online - straightforward process. The Manageress gave us a warm welcome and provided us with friendly, efficient and helpful service throughout which was greatly appreciated. We enjoyed the food and drink we consumed. Our only surprise/disappointment was that this Fuller's pub did not have any real ale on draught (nb I should have reviewed the online drinks menu in advance !); though the bottles of London Pride did go down well. We can thoroughly recommend the chicken wings !
Written December 10, 2023
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sandy1571
Dartford57 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2020 • none
We turned up here and asked on the off chance if they could accommodate 6 of us and luckily they could. Due to current guidelines was seated outside, was under cover, they put up heaters shortly afterwards which was nice. Is right next to the train line but is well covered. Limited choice of food, but understand this in current climate. Excellent and friendly service.
Written December 13, 2020
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Speeshal
132 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2021 • none
Went here on Saturday, had booked in advance to ensure a table. It's very convenient for Farringdon station (basically right outside). Staff were very attentive and had a good laugh with us. Same with other tables, everyone in a good mood and a nice crowd. We were sat on the decking area so had the retractable canopy over us which protected us from the inevitable rain!! But, for the 30mins it was beautiful sunshine, they took the canopy in and it was lovely. Good selection of cocktails, beers on tap, and snacks.
Written May 21, 2021
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Sunshine769527
1 contribution
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • friends
I’ve been coming here for over ten years with friends and work colleagues, but had a very disappointing evening recently. We ordered a sharing platter of tapas style nibbles. When it turned up we couldn’t believe this was for sharing - stingy quantities of undercooked, uninspired food. Even the side order of chips was weirdly coated in some green dust which I think was meant to be rosemary. Really disappointing and quite frankly, a rip-off. Please don’t take customers for granted in this way, it’s just not good enough. It’s a great place for drinks, but I won’t be eating here again.
Written January 8, 2020
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Andy S
11 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2024 • family
We ordered Nachos £13.50 for a little snack. Really just got a plate of tortilla chips with hardly any cheese! We complained, the waitress didn’t care. They were brought back to us no different! Worst Nachos Iv ever tasted. Very unfriendly, un helpful lady on the food desk. The pub garden was nice. My grandson slipped over and broke his nose, again no one asked if he was ok and he had blood all over him. Won’t be coming back.
Written April 13, 2024
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MonikaP
Croydon3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2022 • friends
Amazing food highly recommended amazing shearing snacks and bbq for events and patty’s, perfect place to spend time with friends after work. Big garden. Love it Amazing pub in the city
Written June 20, 2022
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Sam C
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2022 • none
Cocktails are amazing, food is good quality and the staff are extremely accomodating. Food and drink prices are reasonable, had a great evening with my friends! Close to other venues for aftewards as well, e.g. Fabric and Pianoworks. Top quality evening and great venue. Music is good quality, not too loud and fun selection!
Written February 19, 2022
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tomvosa
London3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023 • solo
Quite frankly under Dean’s management the place is going from strength to strength. My friends love the cheeseburger, which Monica cooks correctly. And we love the fact that chips can be transferred into salad. Which is important for those us who all full of carbs. Well done everyone.
Written March 28, 2023
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SLeeH
Banstead1548 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 • business
I ate here for the first time recently for lunch and the food was great. I have the beer battered haddock finger sandwich on ciabatta bread. The staff were friendly. However, the service was a bit slow.
Written May 5, 2024
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John E
3 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • business
Busy little venue, quite cool searting area, but sorry, the beer was flat. At first I thought it was just the Amstel, so I tried the Asahi, same! flat as a pancake. Either watered down, end of barrel [unlikely] or wrong glasses. Shame, could have been so much better. Couldnt complain, bar was just too busy,and already waited 20 minutes to a drink in the first place.
Written August 25, 2023
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Richard
London1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • business
Popped in for lunch on a spontaneous visit with a few colleagues to get out of the rain. Great service and very much enjoyed the passionfruit martinis! We work around the corner yet have never been here before however will definitely return for an evening visit. Unfortunately the weather was wet when we visited, we popped outside for a smoke and found this place has a huge garden that looks amazing too. We will be back - new favourite spot!
Written August 8, 2023
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Moniaits
London1734 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021 • couples
Visited for lunch during one of our “Hidden Walks of London” self tours. Very pleasant service and good beer . Not the best fish & chips I ever had but good enough. Very pleasant ambiance.
Written August 13, 2021
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Mark P
Holt188 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022 • none
Went for a nice lunch. Hadn’t been here for a couple of years. Quieter than normal but some decent October sunshine meant we could sit in the fabulous beer garden with only a few others. Great attentive service. Small but nice well priced menu and lovely wine. A really top spot.
Written October 12, 2022
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John D
United Kingdom9 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2024 • business
Been here many times - great staff and food very good - gets very busy so best to book if you want a specific table - some of the lighter bites excellent at lunchtime- good wine selection
Written May 5, 2024
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John D
United Kingdom9 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • business
Good location and friendly service. Good range of food ranging from simple sandwich options to full meals. Good selection of wine
Written April 4, 2024
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