The Hero
The Hero is a Modern British gastropub on Shirland Rd with Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition and signatures such as lamb ribs and Barnsley chop.
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- Address
- 55 Shirland Rd, London W9 2JD, United Kingdom
- Phone
- +44 20 3432 1514
- Website
- theherow9.com
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Michelin Bib Gourmand across 2024, 2025 and 2026
The Good Food Guide rated The Hero GFG Good in 2025, alongside Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition in 2024, 2025 and 2026. That run gives lunch or dinner plans an awards-backed frame.
Lamb ribs, cheese toastie and Barnsley chop
Lamb ribs, cheese toastie, Barnsley chop and rib-eye steak anchor the signature dishes. The cooking sits under Modern British gastropub and traditional cuisine, with local sourcing and sustainable seafood shaping the remit.
55 Shirland Rd and smart casual service
55 Shirland Rd puts the restaurant in London W9 2JD, with smart casual dress and upscale casual service. Lively noise and standard pacing suit a planned meal more than a hushed appointment.
Side-by-Side Snapshot
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hero | Modern British Gastropub | $$ | Bib Gourmand | Little Venice |
| The Clarence Tavern | Franco-Mediterranean Gastropub | $$ | Michelin Plate | Stoke Newington |
| St. John Bread & Wine | Modern British Nose-to-Tail | $$ | Bib Gourmand | Spitalfields |
| Clipstone | Modern British Bistro | $$ | Michelin Plate | Fitzrovia |
| Anchor & Hope | Seasonal British Gastropub | $$ | Michelin Plate | Waterloo |
| Arlington | Classic British Brasserie | $$$ | Michelin Plate | St. James's |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Michelin Bib Gourmand
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The Good Food Guide GFG Good
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Michelin Bib Gourmand
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At a Glance
- Cozy
- Classic
- Elegant
- Lively
- Date Night
- Group Dining
- Casual Hangout
- Open Kitchen
- Historic Building
- Extensive Wine List
- Sustainable Seafood
- Local Sourcing
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 12–11:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 12–11:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 12–11:30 PM
- Thursday
- 12–11:30 PM
- Friday
- 12 PM–12 AM
- Saturday
- 12 PM–12 AM
- Sunday
- 12–10 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Downstairs pub buzzy and chaotic with peachy plaster walls and bare wood; upstairs Grill Room cozy with dimmed lights, high ceilings, oak panelling, leather banquettes, and retro decor.