The Boleyn Tavern

The Boleyn, where to start? A great London pub in Plaistow. Cavernous inside around an island bar. Quirky and well presented with an eclectic range of beers on offer, both keg and cask. Great service from the friendly bartender. Was this Anne Boleyn's local before the Tower, hope so! Great pub with great people and beer, what more could you ask for?

Really a jewel in Upton Park. Pleasant staff, interesting decor...well like a real pub!, kitchen and tables in the back. Has been in here for decades and was refurbish a couple of years ago. It's about a 10 minute walk from Upton park tube station. In my humble opinion the best pub in Upton Park / East Ham. If your meeting for drinks, or just fancy a quiet drink, this is the pub to go to.

Went here on a trip from peterborough to see our son and daughter in law, been looking forward to it since it has been done up. The truly traditional makeover is brilliant, little snugs, great choice of beers, staff so friendly and dog friendly, even a nice traditional fireplace. Not normally a sports pub as such I an told even though though back to the days of the West Ham games, but FIFA World Cup screened at the moment. We all had a meal too, not Michelin but it is pub grub after all , the Chicken Kiev was not good, Pork chops great and fish and chips average.. however just a great experience and place overall.

The architectural revitalisation of this pub is fantastic. It's a brilliant renovation. Covid and cost of living pressures came at a bad time but these guys are creating a good atmosphere in a great building. It's a great place for social get togethers. Above all the regular bar staff are top notch. Friendly and welcoming but with enough east end grounding to know how to make this place accessible to all. Decent cask ales (always two or three on tap) and a good selection of lagers and other drinks. Give this place your custom and keep pubs alive!

🚇 Upton Park
🍺 £5.40 Pillars Pilsner
❤️ One of London’s most majestic pubs.
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The Boleyn Tavern is located on the junction of Green Street and Barking Road in East Ham. The nearest tube is Upton Park which is a five minute walk away. This pub is just a stone’s throw away from what was West Ham’s old stadium the Boleyn Ground, opposite the pub is the World Cup Sculpture celebrating Englands win in the 1966.
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This pub was built in 1899 and is Grade II listed. This pub is a magnificent four storey structure which underwent a recent £1.5m renovation and reopened in June 2021. This pub is run by Remarkable Pubs who own some of the finest pubs across London.
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The aim of the refurb was to restore this pub to its original Victorian Gin Palace grandeur and boy have they done an amazing job. The original seven bars have been reinstated and are divided by stunning wooden and etched glass screens. At the centre of all this grandeur is the horseshoe bar which has exquisite wood detailing and columns. At the rear of the pub is a striking dining area which has a breathtaking glass canopy. Throughout the pub our homages to its West Ham United’s heritage.
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The beer line up is vast and diverse with 25 brews to choose from. After a bit of a wander around the taps I decided on a pint of Pillars Pilsner which is brewed by @pillarsbrewery in nearby Walthamstow. I really enjoyed my beer and price point was good. The food menu is all about pub classics, Fish & Chips is very reasonably priced at £13.50. This pub has a strong roast game on Sundays.
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I visited midday on a Friday afternoon, there were a dozen or so punters dotted around the various bars. The atmosphere was relaxed with a eclectic funky soul soundtrack playing in the background. The service was good, the lady behind the bar was nice and had everything under control.
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This pub used to be a massive footy pub and a bit rough around the edges. Much like other pubs around football grounds across London, these pubs have had to improve their offering to customers who visit on the other thirteen days until the next home match or they won’t survive.
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The @boleyntaverne6 is an absolutely magnificent boozer and one I won’t forget in a hurry.
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ℹ️ Info correct on visiting 18/11/22

Amazed at how well this placed has been restored. It is now a nicer pub than it ever was before. Nice choice of bears, comfortable seats, all the wooden bar areas are beautiful. The food area is classy, there are great photos on the wall and a quirky/interesting (free) jukebox. We only had a buffet due to the time we arrived, but it was great enough to make me want to go back and have a proper meal. I will be returning...

I returned for Sunday Lunch and I was not disappointed. I had a glorious pork belly served with a huge Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes, red cabbage, carrots and cabbage. All delicious. This really is high end stuff, not cheap, but definitely with it.

AMAZING PLACE FOR FOOD AND DRINK (MAIN COURSES £10 - £15 👍) -
☑️ great bar area with lots of seating
☑️ really friendly staff in the bar and the restaurant
☑️ great for a casual drink or lunch or dinner
☑️ great supply of local beers, lagers and winds
☑️ outside seating plentiful in the summer
☑️ magnificent restaurant, with original private boost still in place!
☑️ very well priced, most main courses between £10 and £15! (See pictures of menu)
☑️ well worth a visit when you’re in the area

Finally Upton Park has a lovely place where to eat and drink. The food is gorgeous, the newly refurbished pub is fresh, is clean, is something that was really missing before in the area!
I definitely recommend a lunch or a dinner in the billiard room, with the astonishing skylight, a delight for the eyes and taste buds.
The staff is friendly and welcoming.
5 well deserved stars