The Carlton tavern is only .3 of a mile away from the Marriott hotel in Maida Vale. So we walked there for lunch. It was very busy as there was a rugby game about to start. There are 3 different rooms in which you can sit to eat and drink. There's also plenty of outdoor seating. A lot of people come with their dogs. Most of them stay outside. A few of them brought their dogs inside. There are also A LOT of children. It looked as much like a daycare center as it did a bar. On a Saturday afternoon there were at least a dozen toddlers in the restaurant at any given time. So, it's definitely kid and dog friendly. Since they were so busy we had to go to the bar to order our food and drinks. We got a table right next to the front window in a small room with a fireplace and bar. I ordered a glass of white wine (not on the main menu. There's a separate wine menu), and my husband ordered a beer. For lunch I ordered the roasted chicken with a side of broccoli. My husband ordered the steak frite with chimichurri. Everything was very good! There was a yummy garlic sauce on the broccoli and more garlic on the chicken. We both finished our plates. We had to go to the bar to ask for the check. I've found this to be common in London if you don't want to wait too long for things. I highly recommend giving the Carlton a try. It's reasonably priced, has a warm and inviting atmosphere, and the staff are very friendly and welcoming.

We come in June during our trip in London. The place is really cosy, they've great beers and the fish&chips was delicious. Fresh fish, home cooked sauce and fries. Perfect for our first night in London !