Just far enough out of town to be off the tourist trail. London's oldest pub (circa 1520) - Been going here for years - and keep coming back. Get there early as it gets busy pretty much all year round
Another of our favourites - Sat Nav E1W 14R - Parking 2 min walk http://www.dickensinn.co.uk/Visit summer months to see it at its best
If you are visiting The o2 for an event dont bother with overpriced o2 restaurants - 5 min brings you to The Pilot - good food and drink reasonably priced - http://www.fullershotels.com/rte.asp?id=189
This pub is directly opposite Old Spittalfields Market and is steeped in Jack the Ripper history .... see belowhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ten_Bells
Good selection of beers at reasonable prices for London - Great River View ..... dont bother with the food though
