A huge boozer at the very top of Portobello Road and firmly on the tourist trail, the Prince Albert seems to be rammed at all hours of the day and night but still retains a good atmosphere. Staff are brisk but friendly and for a quick pint before or after a raid on the market, this is a longstanding favourite.

There are occasional parties here and a decent gastro menu, but the main virtue of the Albert is as a meeting place where you can get a quick pint and even have a chance of sitting down, despite the many, many beautiful people milling about.