3 Best Pubs in St Albans, UK

Expert-recommended Top 3 Pubs in St Albans, UK. All of our pubs actually undergo a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes local reviews, history, business standards, ratings, satisfaction, trust, price and their trading excellence. You deserve only the best!

The Prae Wood Arms
The Prae Wood Arms
The Prae Wood Arms
6+ YEARS IN TBR
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THE PRAE WOOD ARMS

Garden House Lane, St Albans AL3 6JZ, UK Directions

Speciality:

Chenin Blanc Trebbiano Di Romagna Pinot Grigio Sauvignon Blanc Chardonnay Gavi Di Gavi Albarino Pepe Gavi Del Comune Di Gavi +Prendas Vermentino Sancerre Chablis Grand Cru Blanchot Grillo Picpoul De Pinet Rag and Bone Riesling Gruner Veltliner +Assyrtiko Sound of White Beneath the Clouds Chardonnay Gewurztraminer Zibbibo Secco ‘Gagliardetta’ Chassagne Montrachet Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise White Zinfandel Vidal Sparkling Icewine Sangiovese di Romagna

The Prae Wood Arms provides a gorgeous dining environment in spacious, light rooms or tucked away into the cosier nooks and crannies. Their talented team of chefs cater for lighter appetites and hearty classic British drinks. The Prae Wood has an extended range of drink varieties on the menu, including wines, beers, ales, cocktails, and more at affordable prices. The pub also provides Private dining rooms and reservation facilities. The pub-based menu has a spine of classic British dishes complemented by more exotic influences from other parts of the world. The Prae Wood Arms offers outdoor seating and private dining.

2025 Update: Their menus are freshly crafted each day using locally sourced ingredients, designed by a talented team of chefs who cater to both lighter appetites and those craving hearty British pub classics. The pub’s team of eight professional staff ensure every guest enjoys a seamless experience and complete satisfaction.

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Price:

Starters
Leek and Potato Soup £7.45
Wild Boar and Rabbit Faggot £8.45
Chicken Liver Pâté £9.15
Baked Feta Cheese £8.95
Vietnamese Prawn and Rice Noodle Salad £8.95
Roast Pumpkin, Sage and Pearl Barley Risotto £7.45
Nibbles
Balti Prawns £7.95
Red Pepper and Tomato Hummus £6.95
Halloumi Fries £7.45
Crispy Squid £7.45
Maple BBQ Chicken Wings £7.25
Crispy Vegetable Gyoza £6.95
Padron Peppers £5.95
Nocellara Olives £4.95
Mains
Crispy Beef Salad £18.45
Steak Burger £18.45
Cider Braised Pork Ribeye £18.95
Roast Sea Bass Fillets £21.95
Beef, Ale and Potato Pie £18.95
Sicilian Fish Stew £20.95
Potato Sage Gnocchi £16.95
Smoked Haddock and Salmon Fishcakes £17.45
Roast Chicken Breast £20.95
Beer Battered Fish and Chips £18.45
6oz Black Angus Fillet Steak £35.95
10oz British Sirloin 28 Day Dry Aged £32.95
Sides
Chunky Chips £4.45
Peppercorn Sau

Contact:

01727 229090

Mon-Sat: 11am - 11pm
Sun: 11am - 10:30pm

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Waterend Barn
Waterend Barn
Waterend Barn
3+ YEARS IN TBR
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WATEREND BARN

St Peters Street, St Albans AL1 3LE, UK Directions

Speciality:

Oakham JHB Marston's Wainwright Brains SA Shepherd Neame Spitfire Wychwood Hobgoblin Gold Adnams Ghost Ship Brains The Rev James Original Exmoor Gold Morland Old Speckled Hen Wychwood Hobgoblin Ruby Fire Island Buffalo Hook Norton Old Hooky Adnams Broadside Ringwood Fortyniner Titanic Plum Porter Shepherd Neame Bishops Finger Ringwood Old Thumper Theakston Old Peculier

Waterend Barn presents an extensive selection of beverages, including real ales, craft beers, gins, and soft drinks. The pub opens early for breakfast until 12 noon, offering free refills on tea and Lavazza coffee all day. The lunch and dinner menus include lighter bites, deli deal choices, vegetarian options, gourmet burgers, and freshly crafted pizzas. They have a licensed outside Area. Waterend Barn offers outdoor seating and serves great cocktails, Wifi and step-free access. Kids-friendly and Baby Change facilities are available at Waterend Barn.

2025 Update: The pub offers classic pub fare in a spacious venue featuring exposed rafters and a grand fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

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Loo of the Year Awards-Platinum Award in 2024

Price:

Desserts
Millionaire's Shortbread £2.42
Vanilla Ice Cream £2.07
Cookie Crunch £2.07
Mini Warm Chocolate Brownie £3.23
Mini Warm Cookie Dough Sandwich £3.23
Fresh Fruit and Ice Cream £3.49
Salted Caramel Sticky Toffee Pudding £5.24
Warm Chocolate Fudge Cake £5.58
Warm Chocolate Brownie £5.58
Warm Cookie Dough Sandwich £5.58
British Bramley Apple Crumble £5.87
Fresh Fruit and Yoghurt £3.49
Porridge £1.99
Breakfast
Large Breakfast £6.59
Eggs Benedict £5.29
Traditional Breakfast £4.99
Mushroom Benedict £5.29
Miner's Benedict £5.29
Mini American-Style Pancakes £3.69
Freedom Breakfast £3.10
Large Vegetarian Breakfast £6.59
Vegetarian Breakfast £4.99
Small American-Style Pancakes £3.69
Small Breakfast £2.99
Small Vegetarian Breakfast £2.99
Vegan Breakfast £2.99
American Breakfast £7.00
Small American Breakfast £5.14

Contact:

01727 814100

Mon-Thu: 8am - 12am
Fri & Sat: 8am - 1am
Sun: 8am - 11pm

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10+ YEARS IN TBR
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YE OLDE FIGHTING COCKS

16 Abbey Mill Lane, St Albans AL3 4HE, UK Directions

Since 2012

Speciality:

Martini Whiskey Rum Vodka Gin Champagne or Sparkling Wine Cider Hard Seltzer Gallon Casks and Real Ales Beer Cocktails Margarita Red White Rosé Wines10 oz Dingley Dell Pork Cutlet 8 oz. Dedham Vale Rump Steak 10 oz Dedham Vale Sirloin Steak 12 oz. Lamb Barnsler Chop Steak Burger Beer Battered Haddock Penne of Tomatoes Chinese Style Curry

Ye Olde Fighting Cocks specialises in serving a wide range of delicious dishes with quality and seasonal ingredients. Their award-winning food has been impressing their guests for years. Their Head Chef dreams up excellent specials daily. Their wine is carefully chosen and also purchased from a local supplier. Ye Olde Fighting Cocks pub has an exquisite range of drink varieties, including wines, rum, whisky, beers, champagne, and more. The pub hosts open mic nights, EP launches, Full bands, and the yearly Famous Fighters festival. Ye Olde Fighting Cocks offers live music and outdoor seating.

2025 Update: The pub has been known for being a place of sanctuary and relaxation for locals and visitors from around the world.

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Price:

Starters
Hot Buffalo Chicken Wings £8
Halloumi Fries £8
Baked Camembert £16
Smoked Salmon £8
Chicory & Pear Salad £8
Mains
7oz Steak Burger £17
Fresh Beer Battered Fish & Chips £18
Wild Boar Sausage & Mash £17
Penne of Tomatoes £14
Chinese Style Vegetable Curry £20

Contact:

01727 869152

Mon-Fri: 12pm - 3pm|6pm - 9pm
Sat: 12pm - 9pm
Sun: 12pm - 4pm

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