By Mike Pentelow The Cock, 27 Great Portland Street (corner of Margaret Street) This pub dates back to at least 1771. The pub has some very large glass lanterns hanging from the first floor. It is one of many Samuel Smiths pubs in Fitzrovia. RelatedDrinking in moderation in Fitzrovia’s well-loved pubs5:49 pm, Monday, 8 October 2012In "Comment"Join the Fitzrovia Crawl from 28 March to 2 April4:59 pm, Tuesday, 1 March 2011In "History"Newman Arms aka ‘the proles pub’ bought by Shaftesbury plc7:10 pm, Wednesday, 21 January 2015In "Business"