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The Ten Bells

Bar Pub Cocktail bar Event venue

Classic, iconic public house serving beer, wine & cocktails in a 3-floor setting. People often mention staff, great, Great, Jack, good, atmosphere, historical, Ripper, area, London,


Address

84 Commercial St, London E1 6LY, United Kingdom

Website

www.tenbells.com

Contact

+44 20 7247 7532

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (3.1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: 12 PM to 12 AM
  • Monday: 12 PM to 12 AM
  • Tuesday: 12 PM to 12 AM
  • Wednesday: 12 PM to 12 AM
  • Thursday: 12 PM to 1 AM
  • Friday: 12 PM to 1 AM
  • Saturday: 12 PM to 1 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: staff (14) great (14) Great (12) Jack (12) good (9) atmosphere (9) historical (7) Ripper (7) area (7) London (7)
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  • 5/5 Bev O. 7 months ago on Google • 332 reviews
    Great pub! It has historical significance being the pub at least two, possibly all, of the victims of Jack the Ripper were patrons at this establishment. The interior is really beautiful. They have a second floor and have a weekly quiz night. They have an outdoor area with tables and shelves so you can hang out outdoors and have a cigarette or vape. The staff were extremely friendly here. It is very clean and has a really great vibe. The restrooms, which are downstairs, are clean and some of the fixtures look like they are from days of old. Be careful on the stairs as they are narrow and go down in a spiral. There is a handrail to hang on to should you need it. They have a bank of phone chargers downstairs on the level of the restrooms that you can rent for £1.99 for 10 minutes if the battery on your phone needs a boost. They did have some brands of beverage out of stock, but that could be down to popularity; but that's okay because it offers the chance to try something different that you may not have tried before. The blackberry cider and ginger beer were really delicious and hit the spot. We went in the early afternoon which afforded feeat opportunities to take photos. The staff is okay with taking as many pictures as you like. The pub starts to fill up around 4:30. I highly recommend stopping in for a pint (or two!) if you find yourself in the East End of London.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Grahame T. 1 year ago on Google
    The Ten Bells Public House. Whitechapel, London. The haunt of Jack the Ripper. One of the most haunted Public Houses in London !!.. Has hardly changed since the 1800s, The Ten Bells on the corner of Commercial street and Fournier Street first opened in 1752. Whilst much of its surroundings are barely recognisable !!.. Famous for its connections with # jack the ripper . Since the early 1990s, a Victorian dressed man has been seen appearing and disappearing, even to this day. The ghost of Annie Chapman is known to haunt the building. Annie was a regular drinker back in those days. Marry Kelly alledgedly used the pub to pick up her clients. Jack the rippers so named *Canonical five*, the ladies the police believed he was responsible for killing and mutilating, all died close bye. Many simular killings and stabbings, whilst today would have been on the list of suspected and related by injury type, were just left and for some reason kept out of all enquiries most of these fitted the M.O. perfectly, by area and date. When we talk about the * Canonical five * This is the famous five killings carried out. 1st, Mary Nichols, Bucks Row Aug 31st 1888 2nd, Annie Chapman, Sept 8th 1888 3rd, Elizabeth Stride, Sept 30th 1888 4th, Catherine Eddows, Sept 30th 1888 5th, Marry Kelly, 9th November 1888. This mystery continues. Gusts of wind out of the blue are reported. On my visit, both times I visited the toilet, a gust of wind felt as if it was pushing me down the stairs. There is not a draft in the area at all, the push ?, hmm. This is a special place to visit. It can get very busy. Across the road from Spitalfields market and Christ Church Spitalfields. Both very famous places. A fantastic historical building. The Alleyways take you back in time. I know I have said this before, but this is such an experience and being in a Public House older than many Countries is a must do !!.. Why not visit the Jack the Ripper Museum at, 12 Cable St, Aldgate, London E1 8JG.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jennifer C. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice historical pub with friendly staff and a good selection of beers but not many spirits to choose from. Was a shame when we went that upstairs was closed
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Reece K. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome place. We come here every week for the pub quiz! 7:30pm every Tuesday. £2 entry! Sometimes it’s very busy so best to book a table if you want to come to the quiz
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Alejandro L. 2 years ago on Google
    It's such a shame when a nice historical pub is ruined by a power hungry small minded Bouncer that was not just rude, but also racist. He wouldn't let my Muslim friend get inside and when the hole party of 15 left because of that, he started asking for forgiveness. That is not how the world works my friend. The pub itself deserves a 5 star
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 C J G. 2 years ago on Google
    Good beers on tap but lack of spirts. Nice staff. Close to spitalfields market for any shopping. Old fashion decor that gives plenty of character. History involving Jack the ripper. Has three floors and outside area for drinking. Toilets are a bit treacherous, beware.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tania Gonzalez (. 2 years ago on Google
    Historical Pub. Well known for the Jack Ripper homicides. Nice staff!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chip V. 3 months ago on Google • 95 reviews New
    What a great place to stop and have a drink while taking a self guided walking tour of street art in the area. I love that you can enjoy a beer on the streetside.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Peter S. 1 month ago on Google • 138 reviews New
    Came here for a drink with friends - so I cannot comment on the food. Very busy and vibrant pub. Great atmosphere and staff were great. Recommended.

  • 5/5 Nathan S. 3 months ago on Google • 118 reviews New
    I accidentally posted this review for a different pub 😅 Fantastic 30th birthday for my boy Ben. He was quite surprised to see us all with masks of his face on. Brilliant night out. I also saw some amazing deal that read something along the lines of "book the venue for £250, but if a certain amount is spent behind the bar then another £100 is given back, fantastic incentive, and we definitely made sure to spend over the amount 😉

  • 5/5 James L. 2 months ago on Google • 114 reviews New
    Went went here as a stop off following the Jack the Ripper trail. What a blinkin' good find!!! The Ten Bells is a lovely lively pub that we all wish was our local. Great and large selection of beers and even better service. Well done to the team.

  • 4/5 KrnRdnc 8 months ago on Google • 33 reviews
    We've been there doing our Jack the ripper tour. We actually expected a better ambience but the pub was super crowded and really plain as a service. Since the ground floor was very noisy with a very bad music we visited the upstairs bar, which was much better. Cocktails are really expensive, but it's London and the pub is famous, so, fair enough. Just a little bit more of Jack the ripper atmosphere. Shame they didn't had any themed cocktails. Looks like they want to cancel the infamous history of the area which is the actual reason why people are going there
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jo T. 2 years ago on Google
    Great historical pub with traditional interior ,used to be called "the Jack the Ripper". Good value for price, friendly bar staff, definitely worth a visit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Richard Adlem (. 1 year ago on Google
    Had a good evening in the 10 bells. Efficient staff, warm welcome and generally the people drinking there were chatty and friendly. I guess it's just slightly more expensive than other pubs but that's expected due to the Jack the ripper connections. I would happily go back to this sociable well run place
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jon71 L. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice pub with cheerful and nice staff. Good assortment of beer. A bit worn down but maybe that only is good for the atmosphere.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Trevor W. 1 year ago on Google
    A great pub in the heart of Spitalfields Market with a lot of history. It’s full of character with great Beer and fantastic staff. They also make delicious cocktails.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 JRS 1 year ago on Google
    This is a great pub/bar. Historic and well loved. I had a magical night here in the winter of 2010 during which I met new friends and feel in love with the area.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Matt T. 2 years ago on Google
    Great Bar, good selection of Drinks and great staff, nicely set out place
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tickets T. 2 months ago on Google • 29 reviews New
    A favourite of mine since 2010 - The Ten Bells has everything you want in a pub. Great drinks, great service, interesting history and a great crowd. Atmosphere is hopping at the weekends as well and it’s handy in and out for smokers. You can’t go wrong. Also handy for Liverpool Street trains and tasty food on Brick Lane.

  • 5/5 Justin M. 1 year ago on Google
    Had a Christmas party here and was a fantastic place. The 4 floors made it fun to be up and down with different atmosphere on each floor. A great pub that is usually busy as its a great London boozer for after work drinks.

  • 5/5 Martin D. 4 months ago on Google • 20 reviews
    Great and historic East End pub - spectacular vintage interior tiling! The best location for Brick Lane eateries, and Spitalfields/ Petticoat Lane markets. The Old Thumper real ale was fabulous.

  • 4/5 D H. 7 months ago on Google
    Famous for it's Jack the Ripper lore, it's a fun pub. We only had pints. Staff was friendly, atmosphere was great, lots of people out and about. Great spot.

  • 5/5 Gabriel B. 8 months ago on Google
    Awesome historical pub in a very good location. Great drinks. Also we had very good service by all the team and specially Nick, who made the best pimms ever.

  • 5/5 Ash K. 1 year ago on Google
    Youthful atmosphere in a place heavy with historical atmosphere. Should be on everyone's bucket list!

  • 4/5 Will c. 7 months ago on Google
    Good honest Pub serving a good pint of lager, Toilets a tad shabby but overall good old boozer! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • 4/5 Mark R. 1 year ago on Google
    Really nice pub, looks out onto Spitalfields Market, relaxed atmosphere,friendly staff

  • 5/5 David R. 1 year ago on Google
    Personable and professional staff, enthusiastic and knowledgeable in their field and the history of this fantastic venue. Very well worth a visit 😊

  • 5/5 Alex C. 1 year ago on Google
    Historic London pub great size & central bar layout, great beer selection with street standing oppositeOld Spitalfields Market. Excellent vintage architectural features.

  • 5/5 Jon S. 1 year ago on Google
    Posted a 4 by accident. Great atmosphere, decor, location and service visiting on a bank holiday Sunday night after a Brick Lane curry. Great selection of craft beers and cider. 5 out of 5.

  • 5/5 Dan T. 1 year ago on Google
    Quality east end boozer where the workers spill onto the pavement of an evening. Great selection of Beers served amiably by the staff and the perfect spot for a sundowner. Pull up a rustic bar stool and plant your elbows on the copper table tops for a proper chin wag me ol’ fruit.


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery

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