The George, Fitzrovia

The George stands as a centerpiece of Fitzrovia, occupying a prominent corner site on the intersection of Mortimer Street and Great Portland Street. The building dates back to the eighteen sixties and serves as a classic example of Italianate architecture, featuring an ornate facade that was unusually decorative for a public house of its era. You can identify the structure by its distinct, heavy cornice and the decorative metal cresting that lines the roof. Continue