People sometimes fret that Soho is in danger of losing its character. Well, they’re just not going to the right places. Proof of the neighbourhood’s indefatigable spirit lies in the Admiral Duncan, a blue-fronted gay pub decorated with rainbow flags and host to a truly inclusive atmosphere. The music is ‘80s and ‘90s, the entertainment is usually based around cabaret and drag acts and the place gets so packed that punters regularly spill out onto Old Compton Street. The Admiral Duncan was subject to a 1999 hate crime that killed three and injured many more; but the pub was up and running again nine weeks later. Soho isn’t going anywhere, and neither is the Admiral Duncan, a celebration of all that the area represents.
What’s nearby?
You’re just a few minutes from Soho Theatre, also a haven for drag acts and the neighbourhood’s super inclusive vibe.
Order this
The Duncan does a neat line in cocktails – the strawberry daiquiri is as colourful, flamboyant and sweet as the pub itself.
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