A City pub that has been pouring on Fenchurch Street since 1829 has reopened after a major refurbishment.
The East India Arms has had a careful refresh, with a newly repainted interior, new artwork and furniture, while keeping the features that made it a favourite.
The pub says it is the first in the UK to serve Shepherd Neame’s latest beer, Bishops Finger IPA Reserve, on draught. It is renowned for its cask ale from Britain’s oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame.
There is also a new cocktail menu alongside an extensive choice of premium wines and spirits.
For the first time, the pub will now open at weekends. The new hours are 11.30am to 10pm on Mondays, 11.30am to 11pm on Tuesdays to Fridays, 11.30am to 9pm on Saturdays, and noon to 8pm on Sundays.
The pub said: “We’ve carefully refreshed the East India Arms while preserving the character and charm that has made us a Fenchurch Street favourite since 1829.
“Our refurbishment has focused on sensitively repairing and enhancing this historic pub, with a newly repainted interior, new artwork and furniture, while retaining all the features that make the East India Arms so special.”
The reopening follows other London pub news, including the rescue deal securing the future of the Fiddler’s Elbow in Kentish Town and the planned revamp of The Vine on Hampstead Heath.
