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The Prince Of Greenwich
★ 5.0(1 review)Bar
quirkyeclecticlocal-crowd
About the Vibe
Tucked on a quiet residential corner in East Greenwich, The Prince Of Greenwich is equal parts pub, Italian restaurant, and oddly specific rhinoceros museum. Run by a warm Italian family, this quirky Victorian spot feels like stumbling into someone’s eccentric living room—complete with a giant rhino head staring down from the wall and 26+ rhino figurines guarding the bar. You’ll find yourself ordering lasagne or bolognese while surrounded by bizarre artful objects, laughing at the staff’s Italian banter, and maybe even spotting a tiny Shiba Inu puppy weaving through tables. It’s not your average London pub—it’s a conversation starter with a side of pasta.
Known For
- •giant rhinoceros head display
- •Italian family-run operation
- •authentic Italian pub food
- •rhino-themed decor throughout
Best For
casual dinnersunique pub experiencesgroups wanting something different
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 11, 2026
A Rhinoceros Museum with Great Pasta
The Prince of Greenwich is one of those places that defies categorization—it’s a pub, a restaurant, and a rhinoceros museum all rolled into one. What could have been kitschy instead feels genuinely charming, thanks to the Italian family who runs it with obvious pride and warmth. The food is solid Italian pub fare (the bolognese is particularly good), but the real draw is the atmosphere: you’ll be eating under the watchful eye of a life-sized rhino head while staff chat in Italian and a tiny Shiba Inu puppy makes surprise appearances. It’s the kind of spot that makes you feel like you’ve discovered a secret, even though it’s been quietly winning over locals for years.
If you’re looking for a polished, traditional pub experience, this isn’t it. But if you want somewhere with character, great food, and a story worth telling, you’ll find it here. The eclectic decor—rhino figurines everywhere, mismatched art, and that giant head—might seem overwhelming at first, but it quickly becomes part of the charm. Book ahead if you want a table, especially on weekends, because this place fills up fast with people who know exactly what they’re getting into.