Reviews - Callaghans
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Nestled near the bustling Chrisp Street market in East London, Callaghans pub stands out as a quintessential local haunt, embodying traditional Cockney charm. With its friendly atmosphere, adorned with West Ham memorabilia, it offers an affordable drinking experience, with pints priced at just £3.50 to £6. Patrons appreciate the laid-back vibe, although the decor could use some sprucing up. While the kitchen's hours may disappoint those craving hearty fare, nearby options like fried chicken provide satisfying alternatives. This unpretentious pub invites a diverse crowd, making it a delightful stop for visitors eager to soak in East End culture.
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A classic pub where we had a few pints before enjoying pie and mash at Maureen’s corner, then headed to the Stratford Bowl to catch a West Ham game. It’s not really my style, as I've transitioned to more modern and upscale venues, but some of the guys liked it, and they certainly appreciated the prices: £3.50 for a pint of beer is hard to beat. That said, it’s not exactly fancy. View all feedback.
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We stopped by a classic pub for a few drinks before having pie and mash at Maureen's nearby, followed by a trip to Stratford Bowl to catch a West Ham game. The pub wasn't exactly my scene, as I tend to favor trendier spots, but some of my friends liked it and appreciated the affordable prices—£3.50 for a pint of lager is a great deal. That said, the carpet could definitely use a refresh. View all feedback.
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Last update : 06.09.2025
All Saints £4.20 Carlsberg Callaghann's is located at the side of Chrisp Street Market in Poplar, East London. The nearest station is All Saints on the DLR. Callaghann's was originally known as The Festive Britain and opened its doors in 1951 along with The Festival Inn on the other side of Chrisp Street Market. After WWII, this area of Poplar was redeveloped as part of the Festival of Britain which resulted in the creation of Chrisp Street Market, the first purpose-built pedestrian shopping area in the UK. This pub appears in a fight scene in the gritty film ‘Wild Bill’ starring Charlie Creed-Miles and a young Will Poulter. (2011) Prior to visiting the pub we popped into @maureenspiemash for a delicious 2 2. A must visit if you’re in the area. This is a good sized one bar pub that is traditionally decorated. The bar area is set out in an ‘L’ shape and wraps around the servery. The decor consists of a wood floor, photos and prints of famous pop stars, large mirrors, loads of West Ham memorabilia and plenty of seating throughout. At one end of the pub is a stage, at the other is a pool table and a dartboard. The beer line up was a selection of straightforward keg options. I decided on a Carlsberg, my pint was excellent, price point was great at just over four quid. If you’re hungry, there is a choice of Sandwiches, Toasties, Jacket potatoes and homemade dishes, all of which are reasonably priced. We arrived around 1pm on a mild Wednesday lunchtime in December. I was on a crawl with fellow pub enthusiasts @scottyboy71 and @pintandanotherone around Poplar. The atmosphere was chilled and relaxed, there were a few other punters in enjoying a lunchtime slurp. The service was lovely, the lady behind the ramp was very friendly and welcoming. Visiting Callaghann's was an enjoyable oldschool pub experience. This is a no frills postwar built pub which is a rare find in London these days. This pub receives mixed reviews, I loved it. 18th December 2024 More London Pub info @londonpubmap Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
They have no idea of hos
Four of us slipped in for a couple of post work pints last night. Great, proper pub, friendly staff, good pint of Guinness, very reasonably priced. Will be back. Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
Last update : 29.10.2024
A classic pub where we had a few pints before enjoying pie and mash at Maureen’s corner, then headed to the Stratford Bowl to catch a West Ham game. It’s not really my style, as I've transitioned to more modern and upscale venues, but some of the guys liked it, and they certainly appreciated the prices: £3.50 for a pint of beer is hard to beat. That said, it’s not exactly fancy.
The friendly local clientele, predominantly middle-aged men, was very evident during my visit (it was a Tuesday afternoon), and one of the regulars informed me that this was the cheapest pub in the East End. Charged only £6 for a pint of Courage and a large glass of wine, I couldn’t argue with that. In Edinburgh, I would be lucky to get any change back from a £15 note for such an order. Now… the disappointment. The specials board offered an appealing array of reasonably priced daily specials, and just as I was looking forward to trying two sausages with black pudding, the waitress informed me that John had decided to shut the kitchen for the day. In this part of the world, you don’t argue with anyone named John, so I had to leave hungry. Still, the endless supply of fried chicken outlets on nearby East India Dock Road helped to fill the void.
Great atmosphere, good entertainment, and casual dining. There's karaoke once a month, and kids are welcome until 6 PM. Breakfast is served starting at 10:30 AM.
Last update : 16.11.2023
The owners of this restaurant are very unfriendly and unwelcoming. They frown at every guest who enters, and there is an unpleasant odor in the restaurant.
We stopped by a classic pub for a few drinks before having pie and mash at Maureen's nearby, followed by a trip to Stratford Bowl to catch a West Ham game. The pub wasn't exactly my scene, as I tend to favor trendier spots, but some of my friends liked it and appreciated the affordable prices—£3.50 for a pint of lager is a great deal. That said, the carpet could definitely use a refresh.
On my first visit to East London, I set out to explore traditional Cockney culture, and Callaghans was the perfect starting point for a drink. Nestled near the lively and diverse Chrisp Street market in Tower Hamlets, this pub truly captured the essence of East End traditions, adorned with a variety of West Ham and England football memorabilia on its walls. The warm and welcoming local crowd, mostly middle-aged men, made me feel like I had stepped onto the set of Eastenders. One regular even mentioned that it was the cheapest pub in the East End, as I paid just £6 for a pint of Courage and a large glass of wine—much less than what I would have spent for the same order in Edinburgh. Unfortunately, my anticipation for the daily specials was dashed when the kitchen closed for the day. Still, I was able to find plenty of fried chicken options along East India Dock Road to satisfy my hunger.
Started an organised walk here. Seems to be a real local's pub and the drinks are very reasonably priced. As with many East End pubs it could do with a bit of TLC, decoration wise. But it is laid back and lived in. And it's still an open pub great.
Rough and ready this place from the outside. Was pleasantly surprised when I walked in, the vibe was friendly and we ordered two G&T's, we got change from a tenner! Not many places in London where that happens much. Go there, it's a nice east end gaff
Last update : 01.01.2023
Great pint of stout. Great dukebox, great prices, great staff. Proper old school pub.
Great pub! the best place to be in e14!
Always an amazing vibe covered by a great team. The drinks can make you forget about a long day, make you forget about a long day, or even just enjoying playing with billiards.
Love the place everyone so inviting
Charming local pub with a delightful atmosphere. They serve homemade food that is quite tasty, all at very reasonable prices. The beer selection may be limited, but it's also budget-friendly. You can enjoy a steak and ale pie along with a pint of Foster for just £7.50.
