INSIDE SOHO’s THE IMPERIAL PUB – THE PERFECT LOCATION TO SPOT YOUR FAVOURITE STARS IN THE CAPITAL
London is no stranger to celebrity sightings, from Oxford Street to Carnaby Street, visitors are bound to run into a celebrity, or two, if they search hard enough.
For those who want to spot a star with ease, whilst also enjoying a refreshing drink or a bite to eat, The Imperial Pub, is the perfect location just a stone’s throw away from Leicester Square in Soho.
It’s a small but perfectly formed London pub and has played host to many an A lister over the years. Hollywood actor, Leonardo Dicaprio, has been known to sip his favourite vodka sodas in the pub, as well as celebrities Elija Wood and Kate Moss being spotted in one of its cosy booths.
Leicester Square is expected to be full of superstars this winter with upcoming blockbusters, Matrix 4, Spider-Man: No Way Home and the new psychological drama film, The Lost Daughter being premiered at the world-famous cinemas on the glittering square. So, head to The Imperial for the best chance to spy a celeb calming their nerves before they strut down the red carpet.
Nip in on 18th November for a chance to spot one of the cast of The Lost Daughter arriving to the star-studded premiere. Directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal, the stars involved include Olivia Colman, Dakota Johnson, Peter Sarsgaard and Jessie Buckley. Plus, there could be a guest list of A listers and celebrities who’ll be looking for somewhere for a quiet drink.
The Imperial is one of the best pubs that offer the best chance to celeb spot offering a relaxed view of a London premiere week in, week out, offering cosy booths with comfortable leather banquettes round the walls for a discreet drink to discuss the next Hollywood film.
Mark Murphy, General Manager at The Imperial at Greene King said, “I wouldn’t want to name drop about the number of stars that we’ve served at our pub, but we’re regularly filled with celebrities who enjoy our totally relaxed atmosphere and high-quality food and drink.
“One of the UK’s most famous supermodels even drops in from time-to-time and our team is always happy to serve up one of her favourite cocktails which isn’t on our menu.”
The Imperial pub offers a quintessential British history which dates back over 150 years, so there’s no surprise it’s had a plethora of celebrity guests walking through its doors.