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The Hare
★ 4.0(1 review)Bar
family-friendlygastropuboutdoor-seating
About the Vibe
The Hare in Harrow Weald feels like a proper step back in time, but with Raymond Blanc's White Brasserie Company behind it, you're getting some serious quality without the pretension. This gastropub nails the British pub experience with French finesse – think steak frites done right, a cheese soufflé that actually holds its shape, and a garden space that's genuinely usable year-round thanks to the covered areas and festoon lighting. It's the kind of place where locals actually hang out, not just tourists passing through. The menu leans heavily on classics but executes them with confidence. You'll find 30-day matured steaks, proper beef bourguignon, and seasonal specials that don't try too hard. The Sunday roast is solid with bottomless gravy (a true test of pub quality), and there's a decent kids' menu if you're bringing little ones. It's not groundbreaking, but it's reliable, well-priced, and the outdoor space makes it perfect for summer evenings. Rating: 4/5 – It's a solid neighborhood spot that does the basics really well without trying to be something it's not.
Known For
- •Raymond Blanc White Brasserie Company
- •seasonal British-French menu
- •covered outdoor garden with festoon lighting
- •Sunday roast with bottomless gravy
Best For
family dinnerscasual weeknight mealsSunday lunch
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 2, 2026
Solid gastropub with a proper garden
The Hare in Harrow Weald is that rare beast: a gastropub that doesn't try too hard to be cool. It's got the classic pub bones – open fires, wooden beams, a proper bar – but with Raymond Blanc's White Brasserie Company pulling the strings, the food actually delivers. You're not going to find anything revolutionary on the menu, but the steak frites, cheese soufflé, and beef bourguignon are executed with genuine care and skill.
What really sets it apart is the outdoor space. It's not just a patch of grass with a few tables; they've created a proper year-round venue with covered areas, festoon lighting, and pastel bunting that makes it feel festive without being kitsch. Perfect for summer evenings when you want to sit outside but don't want to risk the British weather. The Sunday roast is the real draw here – Cornish beef, outdoor-reared pork, or roast chicken, all served with cauliflower cheese and bottomless gravy. That's the kind of commitment to the roast that separates the pubs from the restaurants.
It's not going to win any awards for innovation, but it's the kind of place you'll find yourself returning to because you know what you're getting. The service is attentive without being fussy, the prices are reasonable for what you're getting, and it genuinely feels like a neighborhood spot rather than a tourist trap. If you're looking for a reliable, well-run pub that does the classics properly, this is it.