Old China Hand: Pub in Islington, London
Old China Hand is tucked in Clerkenwell, where pubs often work as unofficial bases for specific crowds rather than just drinkers dropping in. This one leans into board games and intellectual pursuits, chess clubs are a regular draw, which attracts people looking for conversation and strategy over noise. You come here because the appeal is simple: a table, a game, a drink, and people who know what they're doing. The space has that settled, lived-in feel of a pub that's clear about who it serves. It's not trying to be everything to everyone.
Contact
- Phone +44 20 7278 7678
- Website Visit site ↗
- Address 8 Tysoe St, London EC1R 4RQ, London, EC1R 4RQ, London EC1R 4RQ
Opening hours
- Mon Closed
- Tue Closed
- Wed 17:00-00:00
- Thu 17:00-00:00
- Fri 17:00-00:00
- Sat 17:00-00:00
- Sun Closed
Also a great spot for darts — see its activity page →
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About Old China Hand
Old China Hand is a pub/bar in Clerkenwell, London, a craft-beer and dumpling pub near Rosebery Avenue.
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Old China HandEC1R 4RQ
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Common questions
- Where is Old China Hand?
- Old China Hand is in Islington, London (EC1R 4RQ).