18th January 2024

THE SLICE - METRO: London this week: Balloon Museum, Bistros and Burns Night

 

‘Bistro Bleu, an enchanting piece of French gastronomy in the heart of London, is one of Bloomsbury’s best-kept secrets. Secluded peacefully above the Rugby Tavern, its mix of gorgeous royal blue walls, walnut wood tables and traditional jazz music playing made this French man feel right at home, transporting me to a charming Parisian bistro.‘

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16th January 2024

ON IN LONDON: Relaxed Sundays at Rugby Tavern, Holborn

 

‘We stopped off at Rugby Tavern, or rather Bistro Bleu, which was the name of the dining space, for a grand five hours in total! Mainly as it was so relaxed, warm and cosy, with the staff welcoming and not pushy.

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15th January 2024

FLAVOURMAG: London’s most luxurious pub on a budget: The Last Judgment

 

‘Located on the corner of Chancery Lane, this gorgeous establishment is taking pub dining to a new level. Since the building still retains its historic past, the interior design is to die for.’

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15th January 2024

DISHCULT: Where to find the best Sunday roasts in London

 

‘Take a trip to traditional pub, The Rugby Tavern, and its intimate and chic restaurant, Bistro Bleu, for the new délicieux Sunday lunch. Bringing an inimitable cross-Channel charm to the streets of Bloomsbury, the French inspired bistro, and the cordial British pub it’s sat atop, are both serving up a roast to be remembered. ‘

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27th December 2023

LONDON UNATTACHED: A Cosy Haven for Culinary Delights in Bloomsbury

 

‘Bistro Bleu is a lovely find that caters to all occasions, be it a swift lunch, a celebratory weekend gathering, or a cosy date night.’

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3rd December 2023

FOODEPEDIA: Bistro Bleu Sunday Lunch

 

The beef is actually superb… Perfectly tender and packed with flavour. The veg are all flavourful,  the gravy is excellent and there’s just enough of it.

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3rd December 2023

LONDON ECONOMIC: Restaurant review: Bistro Bleu, Bloomsbury

 

‘The reputation of Bistro Bleu has been spreading rapidly since it opened in August so a visit was long overdue… This was a very special evening, which delivered on every level. Bistro Bleu is very hard to fault, delivering superb cuisine for very affordable prices in a beautiful environment.

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30th November 2023

SECRET LONDON: 14 Of The Best New Year’s Eve Dinners In London To Ring In 2024

 

‘Channel your inner Jay Gatsby or Daisy Buchanan as you indulge in a sensational six-course menu, featuring the finest French cuisine.’

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28th November 2023

SECRET LONDON: 23 Wonderful Ways To Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2023 In London

 

‘Party like it’s 1920 at Bloomsbury’s chicest restaurant’

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28th November 2023

ELLE: 38 Of The Coolest London Restaurants For A Culinary Tour Around The World

 

‘For those looking for an evening getaway to Paris but don’t have the time, or the funds, we have found the next best thing.’

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20th November 2023

THE SYBARITE: 10 Things On Our Radar This Month

 

‘For an incredibly memorable Sunday lunch experience, Bistro Bleu has combined the craftsmanship of French cuisine with the authentic flavours of a classic, British roast.’

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6th November 2023

MY LONDON: First look inside beautiful London pub that's taken over popular Wetherspoon's

 

‘A former Wetherspoon pub in London has been transformed into a beautiful venue. The Grade II listed building located on Chancery Lane now houses a luxurious establishment, The Last Judgment.’

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6th November 2023

MY LONDON: First look inside beautiful London pub that's taken over popular Wetherspoon's

 

‘A former Wetherspoon pub in London has been transformed into a beautiful venue. The Grade II listed building located on Chancery Lane now houses a luxurious establishment, The Last Judgment.’

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24th October 2023

NEWS SHOPPER: London's Best Kept Secret

 

The duck was tender and pink in the middle and the sauce complemented its flavour excellently, both of our mains were a ten out of ten.

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20th October 2023

RAVISH MAG: Sunday Lunch at The Rugby Tavern and Bistro Bleu

 

‘Bringing an inimitable cross-Channel charm to the streets of Bloomsbury, the French inspired bistro, and the cordial British pub it’s sat atop, are both serving up a roast to be remembered.’

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19th October 2023

SW LONDONER: Bistro Bleu offers authentic and comforting French food

 

‘The star of the show however, was the grilled beef fillet with roquefort sauce, french fries and a bistro salad. The steak was cooked to perfection and the tangy, saltiness of the roquefort sauce was to die for. The chips and the salad were simple yet delicious, and the dish encompassed everything which is right about French cooking.’

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11th October 2023

HOT DINNERS: Restaurants open for lunch in London on Christmas Day 2023

 

‘Take to the streets of Bloomsbury this Christmas Day and enjoy a festive feast at the cosy pub’

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10th October 2023

LONDON WORLD: The Last Judgment - Former JD Wetherspoons in London’s legal district has glow up

 

‘Nestled in the heart of London’s legal district, a stone’s throw away from the Royal Courts of Justice and Lincoln’s Inn Fields, The Last Judgment is the perfect spot to celebrate a legal win (or to drown your sorrows!).’

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3rd October 2023

FOODEPEDIA: A proper French Bistro, well priced and with excellent cooking

 

‘Now though I’ll be going to the new Bistro Bleu, because I think it’s up there with Henry Harris’s Bouchon Racine, but a great deal cheaper and in a nicer location. Like Racine it’s also over a pub, which is very handy post lunch.’

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29th September 2023

FEAST MAGAZINE: The Last Judgment Pub Launches with New ‘Steak & Sole’ Offering

 

‘The offerings of ‘Steak and Sole’ can be enjoyed in the buzz of the colossal bar, but for a more intimate experience head up to the mezzanine and tuck yourself away in one of its charming nooks and crannies, perfect for romantic meals or business meetings.’

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28th September 2023

ABOUT TIME MAGAZINE: About Time you discovered The Last Judgment, Chancery Lane

 

‘Located at the intersection of Chancery Lane, The Last Judgment is the kind of establishment that doesn’t just join the London pub scene; it redefines it with style and substance.’

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14th September 2023

CITY AM: Where can I watch the Rugby World Cup in London?

 

‘The Rugby Tavern in Bloomsbury, built upon land gifted by the founder of Rugby School, will, unsurprisingly, be hosting tables for the Rugby World Cup.The pub says they’re showing every game in their bar but the food offering at the establishment has good reviews in its own right.’

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12th September 2023

THE TELEGRAPH: Where to watch the Rugby World Cup: the best pubs and bars around the UK

 

‘From beer halls to open-air terraces, here are the country’s top venues for a slice of the action.’

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8th September 2023

SECRET LONDON: The 22 Most Exciting Places In London To Watch The 2023 Rugby World Cup

 

With a name like that, can you really afford to watch the rugby anywhere else?

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6th September 2023

SL MAN: What to do this weekend

 

‘Prepare for Kick Off. The Rugby World Cup kicks off in Paris on Friday. Our pick of where to watch the action? The Rugby Tavern, a historic pub in Bloomsbury once owned by Lawrence Sheriff, the founder of the prestigious Rugby School – and the birthplace of the sport itself.’

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15th May 2023

MY LONDON: Iconic London Wetherspoons that shut down despite being the best rated re-opens with new name and management

 

‘Berkeley Inns took over the pub not long after it shut to the public, choosing to continue the historic building, which was once home to a former Union Bar.’

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12th May 2023

LAW GAZETTE: First call for The Last Judgment

 

‘The Last Judgment, on the corner of Carey Street and Chancery Lane, is the latest occupant of the magnificent former headquarters of the Union Bank following the departure of JD Wetherspoon in March.’

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2nd May 2023

LONDON WORLD: Former Wetherspoons pub to reopen with new name and new owner

 

‘A former Wetherspoon pub in central London is set to reopen with a new name, a new owner and a rebrand.’

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28th March 2023

LAW GAZETTE: New lease of life for Legal London's watering hole

 

‘Refurbishment work has begun in earnest on the magnificent former headquarters of the Union Bank, which dates from 1865.’

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