We're Back!

If November was the "warm-up," then December is where we properly lace up the boots.

We are getting the lights up, the pints are flowing, and the pub is humming with that unmistakable holiday chaos that we secretly live for.

Cold outside, cozy inside. Just how a British Pub should be.

The Hawk & Griffin is in full festive swing, with EPL & Rugby on, with the kind of matches that can make or break a season, with all the heartbreak, drama, and occasional referee decisions that has us all questioning the laws of physics.

Here’s everything happening this December at The Hawk & Griffin.

Calendar

The pub will be its usual December self: steaming Sunday roasts, football and rugby on early, a few festive surprises tucked in the corners, and plenty of reasons to gather, escape, celebrate, or simply hide from holiday shopping for a pint-length intermission.
 And since we like to stay one step ahead, a little teaser for January: Burns Night is coming! Bagpipes, poetry, haggis, whisky. More details soon… but consider this your early nudge.

Burns Night Returns!

That’s right, Burns Night is back at The Hawk & Griffin. We’re polishing the whisky glasses, tuning the pipes, and preparing more haggis, neeps, and tatties than is reasonable.

Traditionally marked on the 26th, we’re getting the celebration in early because who on earth wants to wait longer for a proper Scottish knees-up?

Keep an eye out later this month for ticket & menu announcements.

Kilts are optional… but let’s be honest, we’ll absolutely judge you if you turn up without one.

Raise a dram, ready your best “Address to a Haggis,” and prepare for a night Rabbie himself would approve of.

Pie of The Month

December calls for warmth, comfort, and a bit of culinary fire and this month’s Pie of the Month delivers all three. Introducing: 

The Madras Curry Chicken Pie

A richly spiced, soul-warming nod to one of Britain’s most beloved curry house classics. Madras curry powder blends originated in mid nineteenth century England from a small shop in Leicester Square, London. This spice blend, cooked down onions and of course an extra bit of Kashmiri chili for a bit of heat, makes up the sauce that’s a huge favourite in the UK and also the backbone of our latest pie.

A Proper Comeback:

The Return of Denizens & Their Lowest Lord ESB

Earlier this year Denizen's found themselves without a distributor. Instead of folding, they fought. They sought new partners, rebuilt their supply chain, and kept brewing through the chaos and their perseverance was your gain.
 With their new distribution deal in place, Denizens is finally able to bring back one of our favourite casks behind the bar.

Lowest Lord ESB

For those who remember it, Lowest Lord is the kind of Extra Special Bitter that feels like it could have stepped straight out of a London pub. Balanced malt, gentle bitterness, a proper pint that stands up beautifully to our pies, curries, and Sunday roasts. It has been sorely missed.
Their ESB now steps confidently into the spotlight, filling the gap left behind by the absence one of our most iconic British beers… and doing so with craft, character, and a bit of local swagger.
We’re proud to pour them, proud to partner with them, and proud to raise a glass to what they’ve achieved.
Lowest Lord ESB is back on tap.
 And frankly, it’s never tasted better.

We’re chuffed to bits to share Herb Garden’s Lemon Verbena Gin, crafted by our owner Euan's very own cousins in Scotland, which has finally found its way to Virginia. And where’s the first place you can sip it? Right here at The Hawk & Griffin.

Herb Garden Lemon Verbena

Bright, botanical, and beautifully balanced, this small-batch gin has all the charm of an English kitchen garden in June. We’ll be pouring it proudly behind the bar, shaking it into a few cheeky specials, and celebrating the fact that family talent, and exceptional gin, has found its way to it's new home.

Pop in for a taste of something truly close to the family tree.

The first stretch of Premier League football has been a lovely treat. This season has brought many new faces into the Pub, who've found a new home to support their club with other likeminded individuals.

From the North London derby, to European Champions league matches, and gritty 0-0 championship games, we've seen a whole host of storylines and phoenix clubs rising from the ashes.

The beautiful thing is, we aren't even halfway, anything is still possible!

Starting off with goals, goals, and a side of goals, are Arsenal set to hold firmly to the top of the league?

Time will tell, but Declan Rice's right foot on a free kick sure is playing its part.

The type of game that epitomizes the EPL is the likes of a

2-1 Crystal Palace win over Liverpool.

Whoever you support, you can be sure there will be more surprises before the season ends!

Rugby has always had a home here.

The British Lions tour and the summer internationals matches, followed by the Autumn Nations International competition has seen the pub filled with regulars, newcomers, expats, and curious first-timers all rallying behind the sport.

The Vienna Rugby Club held a fundraiser here, and players, coaches and families will be frequent visitors for future games.

Looking forward to January and the start of the Six Nations tournament.

Holidays at the Hawk & Griffin

Give the gift of great food (T-Shirt or Glass!)

Perfect for any occasion, our T-shirts, gift cards, or 20oz glasses

Give the gift of the Hawk & Griffin this holiday season!

Letters To Santa!

There’s still magic in a stamped envelope bound for the North Pole. Or in our case, a piece of paper going into our Post Box.

A letter to Father Christmas, whether scrawled in crayon or neatly written is a tiny act of hope.

Jot down your Christmas wishes, however small, big or cheeky.

We like to think he’s listening to grown-ups too, so, make sure you behave!

Tom's Corner

In lieu of Tom's Corner, be on the lookout for our friend, Elf on The Top Shelf this Christmas!

He'll be hanging on gin bottles and living it up this December!

Ask your Bartender about the discounts whichever bottle he's sitting on!