Some Of The Best Pub Names .... Part II

The tradition of the Angelo-Irish pubs always carry the best names for the establishments.  Several of these great names were derived from the nicknames the pubs got form their illiterate patrons who could not read the sign, but recognized its image.  Many of these pubs are oozing with local lore and history.  Of course modern businessmen has tried to take advantage of this with gimmicky branding efforts for new establishments (i.e. Slug and Cabbage, etc.).

Back in the begining of Lug Wrench, I started a list of of the best pub names that I found amusing and tickled my funnybone (The Hairy Lemon Pub, the Bloody Bucket Inn, etc).  With a little bit of research, I was able to uncover a few more gems and expand the list.  Below are a few of the standouts that I figured were worth sharing.  Enjoy.

The Hog In Armour

Norwich, England

The Haunch of Venison Pub

A haunted pub, where the mumified hand of a cardplayer caught cheating can still be found.

Salisbury, England

Bag O'Nails Pub

Victoria, London, England

The Noose and Monkey

Aberdeen, England

The Only Running Footman Pub

Mayfair, London, England

The Dog's Bollocks

Toronto, Canada

The Jolly Taxpayer Pub

Portsmouth, England

Ye Old Dr. Butler's Head

Moorgate, London, England

The Murderers Cafe Bar

Norwich, England

There are plenty more out there, both abroad as well as in the US. Drop us a comment if you’ve got any good ones to share.

Slainte!

-JW

"I spent 90% of my money on women and drink.  The rest I wasted."

-George Best