London Knightsbridge And Belgravia

Besides a couple of pubs that are more like institutions, Knightsbridge is not the place to go for a low-key night of inexpensive drinking. If you’re going to go out on the town here, you might as well splurge and take your liquor with the celebrity and jet-setting crowds.

Talbot, Little Chester St. Knightsbridge or Sloane Sq. This pub’s outdoor patio beckons many a London professional for lunch and after-work drinks. Cheerful, bright setting topped off with a superior wine list. Sandwiches £4-5. Traditional British entrees £6.50-8.50. Pitcher of Pimm’s and lemonade £10. Takeaway available. Open M-F 11am-11pm; outdoor seating open M-Th until 9pm, F until 10pm
Wilton Arms, 71 Kinnerton St. Knightsbridge or Hyde Park Corner. Claiming to be Britain’s oldest Brewer, this refined pub actually encourages reading: bookshelves full of classic hardcover novels line the walls. Boozers and socializers won’t feel out of place, though, thanks to a friendly crowd and a good selection of lagers and bitters (from £2.70). Outdoor seating under beautiful hanging flower baskets in nice weather. Plasma screen shows major sporting events. Entrees include shepherd’s pie, fish and chips, and garlic battered chicken £6-7. Toasted sandwiches £3.30. Burgers £6. Open M-Sa 11am-11pm, Su noon-10:30pm. Kitchen open M-F noon-9:30pm, Sa noon-3pm
Nags Head, 53 Kinnerton St. Hyde Park Corner or Knightsbridge. Head in through cascading flowers to this outstanding traditional pub. Model airplanes, Boston Red Sox gear (let it go, England: you lost the colonies), an eclectic collection of bronze beer mugs, and a couple antique fireplaces make this watering hole endearing. Sandwiches from £4.50. Entrees from £7. Open M-Sa 11am-11pm, Su noon-10:30pm