British pubs to toast King Charles III's coronation, Kentucky Derby

King Charles III will officially be crowned monarch Saturday, about eight months after the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II.

State of play: The coronation begins at 3am in Arizona — which is way earlier than we're willing to wake up on a weekend.

Yes, but: You can recognize the dawn of a new day in the U.K. by stopping at one of these English pubs in the afternoon.

• Tomorrow's also the Kentucky Derby, if you need another British-inspired reason to drink!

George & Dragon

Zoom in: Perhaps the most storied pub in the Valley, George & Dragon offers classic British fare and "proper pints."

Location: Central Phoenix

Cornish Pasty Co.

Zoom in: This local chain has transformed the traditional bland pasty with offerings like chicken tikka masala and carne adovada stuffed in a tasty pastry pouch. And of course they have plenty of beers on tap to wash them down.

Location: Multiple spots, in Tempe, Mesa, Scottsdale and Phoenix

Crown Public House

Zoom in: "You'll never walk alone" at this soccer-loving, suds-pouring tavern. Don't skip the poutine!

Location: Downtown Phoenix