Cider Tap

Confession time: I’m a beer drinker and not a cider drinker. Despite this, I’m really glad that the crowds at Euston Tap inspired me to move over to the nearby cider bar to drink something different.
Maybe it was a bit due being less crowded but it felt more spacious than Euston Tap. While I’m not super knowledgeable on cider, I could recognise that the collection they had was impressive. When asked, the bar staff was able to give a good recommendation on what to try. The recommendation ended up being pleasant, which was admittedly a perk. Even if it hadn’t worked for me I could appreciate exactly how much variety they have for a cider drinker and can’t blame them for not having a beer selection (their beer bar is a two minute walk away).
As nice as it is to have a craft beer bar so close to Euston, in some ways it’s even more unique to have this cider bar. It’s worth a stop either because you need to get away from the crowds of Euston Tap or just want a unique place to get quality sparkling or still cider.

Alright first off, on our way here late one night we were getting ready to cross the street coming out of the underground and there was this chick standing at the cross walk. I looked over, this chick was blue. I kid you not she was BLUE FROM HEAD TO TOE! Like, pretty normal clothes except for the black wig, but blue. And as soon as she saw us she bolted across the street before the light even changed. After we crossed the street, to make sure I wasn’t trippin’, I asked my buddies, «Hey did you guys see that blue chick?» And they were like, «Yeah dude you’re not crazy.» Relieved, we continued on our way and finally got to Cider Tap. This place f***ing rules. They were just about to close and they still let us order a pint between us! Definitely go here if your new in town, a local that hasn’t heard of it, or whatever. Watch out for blue people.

This was a lovely little place we just happened to spot out the bus windows and immediately needed to hop off and try it. It looks like it’s built into old Victorian gate houses right outside of Euston terminal (you can also look for the impressive WWII Midland/​Scottish railway workers memorial) and the inside was slightly under construction when we stopped in, but still had plenty of seating inside and out. Friendly missus tending the bar with a lot of options on the menu. The other patrons inside also seemed very friendly, I was glad it was not a pretentious, intimidating spot for visitors.
Each half pint was only £2 so we tried four of the different options. The Lilley’s Bee Sting was the unanimous favourite amongst the two of us. If I was local, this would be a favourite hang out for sure.

I often wonder what chaos would ensue if I visited here with beer-​drinking friends. Would we have to stare at each other across the road, conducting meaningful conversations through semaphore when the passing buses allowed it?
Whatever happened it would all be worth it as the Cider Tap is freaking awesome. Not only do they provide a host of interesting cider choices for the discerning (or just thirsty) drinker but the venue itself is pretty awesome. As one of the old gate houses right outside Euston station, it’s on the quirky side of London pubs.
Also, we came here on a Saturday night once and got a table. On the ground floor as well. If the lure of innumerable varieties of cider didn’t get you than that one should.

if i was a cider buff this would be 5 stars. its right in front of the glorious «euston tap» though
which is great
both have outdoor tables. free wi fi. mind the stairs to the bathroom!
between these 2 «pubs»
a must visit.

I have no idea how many times I’ve walked past these gate houses outside Euston without realising that they’re really cool places to drink. Like seriously, one side of the road for beer and the other for cider? I’m ashamed to have not even acknowledged them until recently let alone the fact I haven’t moved in already.
When you walk in, you could be excused for any confusion (or at least I was confused and am hoping I’m not just king of the idiots) because while there are about 12 different taps on the bar, there is no signage apart from numbers. After staring for a while, hoping some signage would magically come into focus, I was told to turn 90 degrees and look at the GIANT BOARD with all the ciders on. Ah, that makes more sense.
Cider Tap has a changing selection of still and sparkling ciders (and a few perries). And, fortunately, one of these is not wasted on Strongbow! The selection of ciders is great, with a variety of different types and tastes, and considering the location, right by a main station, not too pricey. There’s even gin for those in your group who you’ve dragged along and are whining about how they don’t like cider
The one thing that lets it down is space. I feel like a lot of pubs would have storage space that rivals Cider Tap for size. But when the weather is nice, there’s ample space outside to enjoy the beautiful partnership of sun and cider. Although this is England so you might be better off going down early and getting one of the few tables they have instead of relying on the weather…

Da mir die Vergleichsmöglichkeiten fehlen: ich fand es ok, wenn man von Pfund = Euro ausgeht. Aussenplätze so im Halbschatten. Aber entspannte Atmosphäre. Macht erst um 15.00h auf.

It took me an age to realise that the gate houses outside Euston are in fact pubs. And not just pubs– one specialises in beer and the other in cider. Joy!
So next time I stepped off the train, I popped into the Cider Tap. A mini ‘real’ cider pub? Right by Euston? This looks completely authentic, lots of wood and lots of great cider. Bottled ‘craft’ cider (what’s that then?) behind the bar, and a ‘what’s on’ list of an impressive cider selection, given the size of the bar. They serve sparkling cider and Scrumpy cider, my only complaint is they didn’t have much dry cider, bar the odd Scrumpy. But they keep it well, no vinegary Scrumpy here! Anyway, you’re welcome to try before you buy, so no surprises if you aren’t sure.
It’s not just cider either, but they stick to apple based drinks– if you want something a little stronger you can go for pommeau or calvados.
The bar does have some outdoor seating too, so you can watch the buses go by.
And after all that, prices are decent. I popped in on the way back, too.
Love it!

If you are a lover of cider, this is the place for you! It is London’s only dedicated cider pub. They have a huge selection of ciders, to suit all tastes, fizzy, cloudy, flat, sweet, medium and dry. They also serve draught ciders straight from oak barrels. The one cider they are proud of NOT serving is Strongbow. They also offer wheat beer and larger as an alternative to cider.
The Cider Tp is a housed in a small Victorian gatehouse outside Euston Station on the Euston Road and is the sister bar to it’s older neighbour, the Euston Tap. It is very small, with a small relaxed seating area upstairs with no windows. The toilets are not great, but hey after a few of there strong ciders, would you even notice.
The Cider Tap has a small benched seating area outside. It’s south facing, so when it is sunny, it’s a pleasant spot to sit (ignoring the constant traffic on the Euston Road).
I’m not a great cider lover, but sometimes if the weather is hot, it’s nice to stop off here and enjoy a refreshing pint of cider in the sunshine.

Cozy tavern with a delicious choice of 10 different ciders. Love the upstairs area, quiet enough to talk and hear your friends but the downstairs is lively if you crave that scene.

I generally travel to London on my own for work, so having a dedicated cider bar to sit in outside the station is perfect for when i’m on my own. Its small and cosy, but a nice size and there was a stool available for me at the bar too.
the gatehouse building is wonderful and i real juxtaposition to the bus station within which is sits.
They have plenty of your more usual ciders bottled in the fridge with the drafts listed on a large blackboard at the far end.
i went for a med/​dry Harrys sparrow. Really nice flavour with a perfect level of fizz.
From now on I will be arriving purposefully early for my train so i can try the rest of the menu.
p.s a previous reviewer said they could smell urine… just to let you know i couldnt.

Checked this place out about a month ago while I was in London based on the reviews given and I wasn’t let down at all. If I’d had more time I would have checked out upstairs too.
Feel free to ask the staff for recommendations, they’re pretty helpful.

Friends and I randomly walked into this tiny little pub in Euston after a night at the Wellcome Collection. We came in with an open mind, looking for something to drink while we caught up with each other.
Upon walking in, you can kinda smell a hint of urine, but I was mesmerised by it’s intimately small setting and didn’t think of it too much. Just remember that this is not a fine dinning experience. There are plenty of interesting ciders to choose from, and everything was cheap for a pub in zone 1. I paid £5 for 3, ½ pint ciders!
Friendly service is always a plus. One fauxpas was the toilets (which are located upstairs). I didn’t go, but my friend (who went) described that they were toilets on a pedestal; meaning the toilets were slightly too tall and a bit awkward and uncomfortable to sit on.
Ciders like Lilly’s Stargazer and Lilly’s Crazy Goat were light and fruity. My friend wasn’t too crazy about the Malvern Magic cider.

On my recent trip to Lindon, I’ve come to find that I am not a fan of English beers… As a result, I definitely gravitated towards ciders, and Cider Tap was a super cute little establishment near the Euston underground station. Upon entering, this thimble size bar seems like it might be lacking in offerings, but when you look up at the massive chalkboard on the wall, you realize they have quite a bit of variety. From sparkling to flat, mild to sweet, there’s something for everyone.
I had to ask the bartender for suggestions since I’m new to ciders and he managed to recommend something not too sweet, not too fruity, but chilled and sparkling that really hit the spot. When we went, it was cash only — not sure if that’s how it is all the time, but be aware that you might need some pounds. If I ever go back to London, I’ll definitely stop by Cider Tap.

I LOVE cider and I am in love with this place. Met up with a friend after work, weather was nice so we were able to sit outside. There was also a lot of space inside and they have an upstairs as well; on a summer weeknight there isn’t much of a crowd and it’s pretty chill. Especially compared to Euston Tap across the street which was packed.
Had a couple of ciders but only managed to get a picture of my favourite one, Sheppy’s Raspberry. Very sweet and fizzy, tasted like fresh raspberries. And it was only £1.90 for half a pint!
I’d highly recommend this place if you love cider, there are so many to choose from and you can try several for very cheap.

My wife, who is gluten-​free, was complaining earlier in the day about the lack of impressive cider she’s had during our first two weeks in London. And then I took her here!
This place is tiny, but couldn’t be a cooler location — inside of one of the only remaining pieces of Euston Square Station (outside of the current station).
They have something like 15 or 20 craft ciders on rotation, all posted on the slate-​tiled menu wall. All the ciders are described — light, medium or heavy, sweet or dry.
If you like cider, or want to try something other than the norm, this is your place!

Cider Tap is London’s only all cider bar. But you can also replace «only» with «fantastic».
Like Cider? Of course you do, you’re in England, we all do. Located right outside of Euston Square Station (how convenient), this small cinder block shack is home to amazing collections of cider. Over 15 on tap and more in bottles. Sparkling and straight cider, you can get it all.
Also, if you like beer, there is Euston Tap right across the street. But ignore that, we’re doing cider.
It’s a very small building, with people packed in. They usually have only one or two people behind the bar so it can be a wait for a drink, but the line does tend to move pretty quickly. Once you have your drink, you can find seats inside, outside, or by climbing the small spiral staircase into a small second floor room with more seats and cask barrels for tables. Neat.
There are only two things that stop this place from getting the full five. One, is the size, which is unavoidable, but as previous stated, it is tiny. People bump into you, it’s hard to navigate stairs and tables when you have beer, it can be a clustermess. But grab your drink and head outside on those warm nights and all is grand again.
The other is the smell. I’m not sure if it’s the taps or the size or what, but this place every now and again has an awful mildewy smell. You get used to it pretty quickly but as you walk through, it kind of hits you in the face.
Still, small small issues. For all the cider this place has, it’s worth going to again and again.

I wish I could say it was tardis-​like and bigger on the inside, but the truth of the matter is that the cider tap is barely big enough to seat/​stand 20 people. But that doesn’t matter because it is a shrine to the wonder that is CIDER! Sweet cider, dry cider, every level of somewhere in-​between cider… bottled cider, draught cider, I’m sure they probably sell boxes of cider… It’s like a year long cider festival and a cider lovers dream!
My only complaint (bar the floorsize) is that the staff seemed a little uninterested and perhaps uneducated in the cider awesomeness, but having chatted at our third round it turned out that the person behind the bar had been pulled over from the Euston tap across the road and she was more a beer drinker — so maybe that’s forgivable.
Love this place. And hard to see why you wouldn’t too. If you like cider.

I love it. 2 tiny pubs opposite each other, one serving cider, the other beer. And I love how many craft ciders there were.
They even let you try before you buy and everything too!
Posh crisps and apparently they order pizza for you– this completes the evening. (Obviously, you can also go to Nandos for dinner…)

We really liked this place. Stopped here several times on a three day stay in London. Ever hear if a craft cider bar? Well this is one and it is great. The ciders are wonderful and the service is efficient, helpful and friendly. Right next to the Euston underground station. Stop by and sample a few, you’ll be glad you did.

Holy bejeesus, I’ve died and gone to heaven.
In a certain sort of way.
Like its big brother across the way, the Cider Tap is in one of the lodges — the (other) only bit that survived from the original station, having been replace in 1961 with the lovely edifice representing the «modern electric age.
The Euston Tap over the last year and a half has come to demonstrate what you can do with a keen eye & nose for excellent beer from round the world (and the hidden corners of Britain), careful keeping, pricing, and treating customers like humans.
Now they’ve come to cider. They announced the Cider Tap in April but didn’t open it ’til November.
Inside: gorgeous, a bit more rustic, 15 or so ciders on tap. They’ve a couple of decent wines and a couple of casked beers for those who can’t handle the cider. They bring in a range of sweet, demi-​sec, and bone-​dry (and oak-​aged) ciders that will test and tempt your palate. The most expensive thing on the menu was £4 and averaged about £3.50, digging up cider from round Britain, Brittany, Normandy, and the Czech Republic.
It is all good. The folk are nice. It’s what you’d expect.