The run down house that once stood as an eye sore in the cute State and Allen area has now turned into the perfect Uptown neighborhood bar.
The Londoner is tucked away behind the TABC bar just off of Allen and Thomas Street. This two story pub offers a very comfortable feel . . . hand in sweatpants comfortable? Yes.
With beer mugs hanging over a stone fire place and pictures of London’s finest peppered through out the bar (Sorry Jack the Ripper you did not make it), you cannot help but have just ”one pint”. The English vibe combined with the wooden decor creates a cross between a soccer hooligan’s drinking hole and a Colorado ski lodge (Think Aspen with bad teeth). There are two bars on each level and two dart boards (real darts people) on the first level. However, please do not be that guy that uses both boards for one game because I hate you, seriously.
The TVs play soccer matches but are usually changed by the American basketball and football fans (no culture, I know). The place rings with jukebox tunes that are free to the public and has a great selection of UK artist (or drunken Irishmen). However, if Journey has not played for 30 minutes do not fear because I can assure you that the drunk girl hovering over the Jukebox will put it on for you.
There are two shaded patios on each level that are filled with happy hour drinkers, dodgeball pre-partiers and neighborhood locals. The bartenders are very nice (or drunk) and the waitresses are not afraid to let you reverse motor boat them (it's complicated). However, be warned that after five Irish car bombs they are not any more attracted to you than when you hit the game winning bulls-eye in cricket.
It took you 10 minutes.
The Londoner
2909 Thomas Ave, Dallas, TX 75204
(214) 979-2333
