The Rose and Crown, Southwark

Since I last visited this pub about 2 years ago it seems to have had a makeover, and probably changed ownership, including the astro-turfing of the beer garden. They never used to do food but now they do and while basic pub grub, it is extremely good. The beer is as great as ever: I had Whitstable bay which is a nice and not too strong 'session beer'. Above all, the service was absolutely superb - up to and beyond New Zealand standards even - which is just as well as we had New Zealand visitors with us. Can't wait to go back - a great pub.

26 Aug 2016 13:38

Old Wainhouse Inn, Wainhouse Corner

Called in on a cold wet day with friends for a couple of drinks. Nice characterful locals' pub, warm and welcoming, great beer - all that a good pub should be. I strongly recommend a visit if you are in the area.

14 May 2016 18:16

The Ravensbourne Arms, Lewisham

This pub looks a barn of a place from the outside and the area it's in is not great but don't let that fool you. It is in fact a lovely pub which serves top class beer really well. The bar staff are friendly and the food is really superb - all hand cooked, not reheated or served out of a packet. The bonus is that there is a large beer garden out the back - with a table tennis area. If I'm being fussy they could smarten this up a bit more but it was perfectly comfortable with decent tables and big umbrellas etc.

22 Aug 2013 12:39