The Watermans Arms, Richmond

The open-mic night on a Monday evening in the small function room upstairs is worth a visit.

Bill the landlord is a friendly chap.

21 Aug 2011 15:53

The Roebuck, Richmond Hill

It's not about the pub, it's all about the view.

They know what their USP is and they do it well. You can get a pint of Pride in a glass, take it to the benches across the road and enjoy. There's even a place to put your empties.

Since I don't spend longer than about 2 minutes actually in the pub, can't really comment but there seemed to be quite a few people in there enjoying a pint and fish and chips or a burger.

Service has been reasonably efficient each time I've been.

21 Aug 2011 15:27

The Dysart, Petersham

There seems to be a trend for Gastropubs to be more Gastro than pub and the Dysart has gone down this route. There is very little room (just stools at the bar) if you are not eating and the atmosphere is that of a restaurant. There seems to be much more in the way of wine than beer.

On a Friday evening all the tables were taken and there was someone playing classical guitar. They did find room for my friend and me however after a short wait.

The food is expensive but of very high quality. The portions are quite small though, so you really do need to have 3 courses and bread!

I did like the way they've refurbished the place. I would go back for dinner, but it's not a place you would pop in to like a normal pub.

21 Aug 2011 15:16