The Golden Lion pub

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Bars and lounges

A friendly home-from-home in which to savour classic British pub fare.

With its sumptuous leather banquette seating, darts board, and occasional live sports, a visit to the Golden Lion offers all the charm, warmth, and authenticity of walking into a traditional British pub.

Dining at The Golden Lion is equally authentic, with a menu that showcases hearty and much-loved dishes enjoyed for generations throughout the UK and beyond. Food at the Golden Lion is included in your fare and alcohol is purchasable as priced.

The atmosphere at the Golden Lion is always relaxed and vibrant, with occasional live music and televised sports, complemented by lively pub quizzes and darts tournaments – an ideal way to meet new friends or put your skills to the test.

A casual dress code is observed all day long, although if you do wish to dress a little smarter in the evenings that’s perfectly fine too.

The Golden Lion on the Cunard Queens

The cosy and inviting atmosphere is one of the reasons The Golden Lion is a popular venue on board. With traditional pub decor and a well-stocked bar, it's a comfortable and familiar space to enjoy, no matter which Queen you sail on.

Traditional British pub food and Cunard Red beer on a table in the Golden Lion pub, on board Queen Mary 2

Cocktails on a table in the Golden Lion Pub on board Queen Victoria

Queen Anne's Golden Lion pub, showing traditional British pub decor, sea views, tables and plush banquettes

Queen Mary 2

This version of the Golden Lion is spacious, yet cosy; new, yet familiar; active, yet relaxing. Sit back to enjoy live folk music, join in with a lively pub quiz, or snuggle into a comfortable booth in a quieter moment to soak in the friendly atmosphere.

Queen Victoria

A cosy haven adjacent to the bustling Royal Arcade, Queen Victoria's traditional British pub is open all hours for fun, food and friendship. Join in with a pub quiz or enjoy a smooth ale in a comfy seaview seat.

Queen Elizabeth

Whether you find yourself in Alaska or the Caribbean, you are sure to find all the warmth you need in the Golden Lion on Queen Elizabeth. Pick a new cocktail or even a Cunard beer, try your hand at darts, or show off your skills at karaoke.

Queen Anne

Guests on Queen Anne will find familiar comfort in warm colours and amusing artworks in the Golden Lion. Treat yourself to a flight of Cunard beers or choose from a delicious menu curated by famous chef Michel Roux.

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Cans of Cunard Black, Cunard Red and Cunard Gold beers on the bar of the Golden Lion pub, alongside a menu and Cunard Red pump.

Cunard craft beers

Stars of the bar include a wide range of beers from around the globe, including the Cunard Craft Beers: a trio of signature beers brewed exclusively for us by award-winning microbrewery Dark Revolution.

Read our article to find out more about these special brews, and discover the perfect accompaniment - Cunard's Steak and Ale pie recipe - for you to make and enjoy at home.

Read our article

Discover your new favourites

With time at sea the choice, as always with Cunard, is yours. There is as much or as little to do as you please, with more possibilities than you have time to discover.