Google Mobility Reports* show that London, as a whole, is still 23% below pre-pandemic levels for recreational spends which includes the hospitality industry. New research from Barratt Homes London has ranked the best top-rated pubs for the top 15 busiest tube stations of 2020. All pubs are no more than a 7-minute walk away from an underground station.

1. Stratford

Number of passengers entering and exiting the station in 2020: 25.07 million

Decrease in recreational spending in Newham since pandemic: -29%

In the borough of Newham in zones 2/3, you will find Stratford Station. Home to the Olympic Park and Westfield Stratford City, this town in East London is served by the Central, Jubilee, DLR, London Overground, and TfL Rail lines. The Abbey Tap, King Edward VII, and The Bat and Ball are all within a 7-minute walking distance from Stratford’s Underground Station and are rated the best in the area with Google Review Ratings of 4.1 or over.

2. London Bridge

Number of passengers entering and exiting the station in 2020: 24.72 million

Decrease in recreational spending in Southwark since pandemic: -23%

You will find London Bridge station in the borough of Southwark. London Bridge station is on the Northern and Jubilee lines as well as being a stop for the Southern, Southeastern, and Thameslink trains. Home to The Shard and HMS Belfast, it’s a popular destination spot for tourists, as well as London professionals and commuters. The top-rated pubs in close proximity are The Bermondsey Bierkeller, Market Porter, and The Redwood Sports Bar and Kitchen; and are all within 4 minutes walk of London Bridge station, and all score at least a 4.1 on Google Reviews.