Sunday roast pubs are easy to claim and hard to deliver. Gravy from a packet, beef cooked grey, roasties that bend instead of crunch — half of London has been getting it wrong for years. These Notting Hill pubs get it right, and the queue on Sundays proves it.
Sunday roast pubs are easy to claim and hard to deliver. Gravy from a packet, beef cooked grey, roasties that bend instead of crunch — half of London has been getting it wrong for years. These Notting Hill pubs get it right, and the queue on Sundays proves it.Read the noteHide the note
Sunday roast pubs are easy to claim and hard to deliver. Gravy from a packet, beef cooked grey, roasties that bend instead of crunch — half of London has been getting it wrong for years. These Notting Hill pubs get it right, and the queue on Sundays proves it.
The local tip: Order the lobster and monkfish pie for two — the lobster head gravy is the whole point.
A beautifully restored Victorian pub on All Saints Road that opened in its current form in 2022 and quickly became one of Notting Hill's most talked-about dining pubs. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand. Elevated classic British fare -- rib of beef, lobster pie, fresh oysters, locally brewed beer. Airy interiors with high ceilings, big windows, and a relaxed neighbourhood feel. The Sunday roast is exceptional.
The local tip: Same building as Canteen — pub on the first floor, a calmer dining room up top. Book the second floor for the Sunday roast.
A solid gastropub near the top end of Portobello Market that manages to feel like a proper local despite the tourist footfall nearby. Good Sunday roasts, a decent wine list, and a warm, wood-panelled interior that's perfect for settling in on a rainy afternoon. The upstairs dining room is worth knowing about if you want something quieter. Dog-friendly downstairs.
The local tip: Great for a quiet pint. The garden is an unexpected oasis
A proper locals' pub tucked away on a pretty residential street behind Notting Hill Gate station. No gimmicks, no pretension -- just excellent traditional pub food, well-kept ales, and a genuinely cosy atmosphere. The kind of pub where regulars know the staff and the staff know the regulars. Famous for having some of the best pub food in Notting Hill. The Sunday roast is a destination meal.
The local tip: The hidden courtyard garden behind the yellow curved frontage has a fire pit — Portobello Road's oldest pub kept its secret out back.
Thought to be the oldest pub in Notting Hill, dating from 1852 and the first watering hole on Portobello Road. The bright sunshine-yellow facade is iconic and instantly recognisable. The "Secret Garden" beer garden out back is a genuine gem with colourful tables and growing vines. Classic British pub grub. Victorian interior with elegant slender poles and a curved frontage. An institution.
What makes a great pub for a Sunday morning in Notting Hill?
A tag narrows the brief, but it does not do the ranking by itself. These pubs still have to work in real life: the room, the service, the food, and whether I would send someone there for this exact reason.
Top pubs for a Sunday morning in Notting Hill at a glance
1.The PelicanBib Gourmand Victorian gastropub on All Saints Road
2.The Fat BadgerGastropub near Portobello with proper Sunday roasts
3.The HillgateTrue locals' pub with destination Sunday roast
4 pubs in Notting Hill currently carry the sunday morning tag because they hold up for this exact use. The ranking starts with places I would recommend, then uses reader agree/disagree signals to catch drift. No paid placement, no scraped star ratings, and no automatic ranking from review sites. If new details no longer match the tag, the listing is reviewed and can drop or leave the list.
Frequently asked
What's the best pub for a Sunday morning in Notting Hill?
The Pelican is the top pick. Other strong contenders: The Fat Badger, The Hillgate. The ranking reflects this exact use, not just general popularity.
How many pubs in Notting Hill fit this brief?
This list covers 4 pubs for a Sunday morning in Notting Hill. The complete Sunday Morning guide and the full pubs list cover places that don't fit both filters.
What if I want a different kind of place?
Check the full Sunday Morning guide at /guides/sunday-morning — it covers places for a Sunday morning across all categories in Notting Hill, not just pubs.
