Awesome place to hangout after a long day of studying. The pub offers the best choices of Ale's and Cider. An recommended pint should suggest is the Ubu Pure Ale, simply the best drink ever. Unfortunately the bad cons are is that all pubs closes at 11pm. As result the entire pub experience is truly the best and is fantastic for people like me who needs a place to relax after work. read more

I arrived in London after 17 hours of travel from the US. Was very tired but wanted to find something very traditional for my first meal. I found this place because I searched for Sunday Roast....and it was great. The staff there was very welcoming even though I didn't know how anything worked. (order at the bar, pay up front, etc) all things we do differently in the US. AND there was a big Rugby game on that the had the place filled. Food was excellent and just what I was looking for for my first meal in the UK. read more

A goodlooking pub let down by slow service. The fish pie was a-okay.... Hmm maybe they need to sort out some management issues there! read more

Builders Arms is one of the local pubs in my area. I have to admit that I'm not much of a drinker, but this is the perfect place to just hang-out and socialise with friends. The few minutes walk from home is also an added benefit, especially when it's a late winters night - well, I am a girl! The pub is quietly tucked away behind the fashionable Kensington High Street, so getting transport home is easy with the Underground Station only a few minutes walk and taxis always within easy reach. Modern decor with a slightly more homely feel, an all round good pub if you're in the area. read more

Builders Arms - Builders Arms, Kensington Court, W8 - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Great menu, fresh vegetables, lots of vegetarian and vegan options, friendly service in a traditional pub atmosphere. What's not to love! We will be back. read more

This place is awesome. - Super good selection of Ales, Bitters, Belgians, and Ciders - Really cool location on a quiet street. - Relaxing upstairs area for privacy with your friends. - Great atmosphere for sipping on beer with your mates. - Plenty of space to hang out. Even during Happy Hour. I love it read more

1 Kensington Court Place London W8 5BJ - such a cool, chic British vibe - posh neighborhood Emily Rose Reeder read more

Love this place. The tapas selection is good value for money and the black pudding is yummy. Good selection of beers and wines with good matchings on their food menu. The outside area is cute but obviously get busy in the summer, just wish it was a bit bigger sometimes. read more

This was my bar when I went to school at Richmond. The perfect neighborhood pub, it was always a cozy respite on a cold night.

I'm reluctant to call a pub adorable, but the Builders Arms is coloured baby blue, has a charming little patio, and sits on a picturesque corner in well-to-do Kensington (across from a cupcake shop no less). The interior is less adorable but still cosy - the downstairs seating is a well-placed mix of high and low tables and sofas with pleasant lighting, and it's a perfectly comfortable spot to catch up with friends over pints or a bottle of wine (very reasonably priced). I tend to seek out bar snacks and here you can get nuts, wasabi peas, chili crackers and/or olives, as well as order something more substantial from a decidedly sophisticated menu. We stuck with chips and a hummus platter on my last visit (nothing exciting there), but I saw some interesting plates float by that I'm eager to try on my next visit. On the downside, service is friendly but not at all proactive. read more

Builders Arms - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Great little pub in Kensington. I had the beef and bone marrow pie with a Fullers ale to wash it down. Great atmosphere, friendly staff, and food was delicious. With so many pubs in London, it's difficult to choose. I was very pleased with this one. Definitely recommended. read more

Meat pie was amazing, fish and chips delicious! Found this place by accident. So happy we did.

I love the British pub culture, but I have yet to be blown away by any particular pub. Good size place, good drinks, good food. Highlights: - Plenty of space to sit at happy hour. - In the unapologetically posh Kensington. - The crispy white bait was very good! Lowlights: - In the unapologetically posh Kensington. Overall, this is a very short review because it wasn't bad or good. It is a great place to meet up with people, have a pint and a chat and then be on your way! read more

Excellent friendly pub in just behind High Street Kensington station, but far enough behind it that it's a bit of a 'hidden gem'. Saturday night featured Landlord, Deuchers and Swing Low on tap, plus a wide range of continental lagers and some excellent wine. I had a few tasty bar snacks, the wedges in particular were great, but for some reason best known to myself didn't get an amazing looking burger. There's a heated smoking area outside and plenty of comfy seating and mood lighting on the inside. And I'd been here before... read more

I like the Builders Arms a lot, but I won't call it adorable. Still, this is a great local that manages to feature some sophistication in terms of its offerings whilst still being able to be filled to the gills and dripping with pints for a big football match. The place isn't huge, but it has enough different spaces that you can normally find somewhere to sit (don't forget to check upstairs). They've got a good number of beers on tap and a good selection of bottled beer as well. There's also a full bar, and typically a decent choice of wine too, although the bartenders are assiduous in their use of those (tiny) measuring cups, much to this American drinkers chagrin. Despite the proletarian name, the drinks aren't really cheap, and this place knows what kind of neighborhood it is in. They shut up shop early round these parts so you'll have to hit the high street or better yet the tube by 10:50 - I was even here once for a New Years Eve party and they had the place cleared out by 12:15. read more

Everyone has to have a local. The pub they frequent while in London and The Builders Arm became mine, but not initially. Having lived right in Kensington on Queen's Gate (study abroad housing), many people, including myself, frequented a pub right around the corner, The Queens Arm. One evening, however, my friends and I decided to travel a few more blocks to a tucked away pub we had spotted on a walk. After that, The Builders Arms became our local. I was captivated with a warm and charming atmosphere-- the eclectic furniture and lamps, the cozy upstairs nook. And, of course, I loved the bartenders... Alex and Ray. The pints were plentiful and the food was worth snacking on... definitely worth the walk out of SW7. read more

Really nice pub in a quiet neighborhood between Kensington High Street and Gloucester Road. It's comfy inside, with a choice of tables and one or two sofas. Lots of choice on tap, including a couple of ciders. For food, the mains are all quite good, though the appetizer/snacks can be a bit on the skimpy side. The service was a bit slow once when we were in because of some problems with the kitchen, apparently. I saw the bar staff chew out the cook, and at least one customer asked for their money back. I've been three other times, though, and had no problems; in fact, the last time the service was very attentive. You can book a spot to watch their free movies on Sunday nights in an upstairs room. As if you needed another excuse to go to the pub. There are some nice benches outside. It's a great place to people-watch. read more

Lively neighborhood pub! We went on the recommendation of our hotel concierge and he hit the nail on the head. We were clearly the only non locals but were warmly served. Younger neighborhood crowd. Food was great too - burned the insides of my mouth but that's a great thing with fish and chips -perfectly crisp on the outside with flaky deliciousness inside read more

Builders Arms - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

This is the only bar I've ever been to in the South Kensington area, and my Imperial College friends always bring me back here again and again. But I've to admit its a great place to sit down, drink and chat for a few hours (as long as you don't go during a student night). Staff can be a bit slow and unhelpful when things get busy, especially when their talking to some of the customers, but otherwise it's good. You'll find the usual selection of beer and cider on the tap, plus pub food (and more surprisingly). Prices are reasonable, especially given the area. read more

My roommates and I came here quite a few times during our stint in London and it's a great neighborhood bar---very chill with an awesome selection of beers, yummy burgers and interesting seating. Unfortunately it, like most bars in Kensington, closes at 11pm, so it's a good place to get your night started if you're out and about on the weekend and a fantastic place for relaxing after work. read more

I popped in while wondering through the neighborhood. Loved to see it filled with a happy hour crowd. The Monday night special is a great deal. Although I wish I had the option to upgrade to a larger drink that came with the meal. The burger was tasty. And thought the onion rings were some of the best I ever had. read more

I really enjoyed my visit to Builders Arms. I'm rarely in Kensington but when I went to meet a friend, this pub was in my Bookmarks for some reason and so we decided to check it out. It was a Saturday night and it was buzzing!! Thankfully we were able to find a spot and the bar staff were good about attending to everyone quickly so the wait time wasn't long. The prices are quite reasonable, especially given the location. The only disappointing factor is that they close before midnight. Last call is early and I believe we had to leave by 11:15. But all in all, a fun night at Builders Arms. read more

Builder's Arms is definitely one of the best pubs in the area (which is not really known for pubs, being so posh and all). The beer selection is good, with a few rarities, and some good Meantime choices in particular. Downstairs is bright and boisterous, while a very nice upstairs is more calm and comfortable, with a skylight providing some much-needed airiness. The food was very good, and reasonably priced, with the exception of £14 for a burger--but, if that is what you crave, you can always go on Monday, which is £10 burger night. Staff were young, friendly, and helpful. Clientele is a mixed bag. You get get a lot of students (esp. American ones) from Richmond University down the road. But, considering the neighbourhood, it could easily be full of posh twits, Tories, or posh Tory twits, so one must count one's blessings. read more

My sons fish n chips was huge but my pulled bbq pork sandwich special was very skimpy on meat. The food was good and servers friendly...would try again when back in U.K. read more

Amazing pub, this has now become my local despite not being local!!! The staff are fun and friendly and the vibe in the place is great no matter what day you go. It does attract a great crowd despite being off the main highway. Food is good too, definitely recommend it for a relaxed evening or Sunday afternoon. read more

This is my favorite pub in London. All pubs have different personalities and so does Builder's Arms. The service is excellent and the choice of Bitters is always very good. I have never seen any other American's there except for one time running into Dustin Hoffman. read more

Not a bad pub, it just doesn't really stand out in the Land of Pubs Far 'n Wide. Typical laid-back pub atmosphere with a robust variety of beers, wines, and ciders available. Friendly service. We only had drinks and didn't try any of the food, however. read more

After reading some previous reviews I had some high hopes. However upon our arrival it was clear we were not really as welcomed guests. The staff was a but rude and seemed bothered. Yet most of the customers were friendly and easy to join conversations. If I were back in London I would give it another shot but won't be raving about this place to my friends. read more

Great old pub in residential street between Cromwell Rd and High street Kensington. Food - getting better all the time. Hard to get a seat inside sometimes - but on a warm night you can sit outside or even on the curb. Minors not permitted after 8pm. Can be noisy. Very busy Friday and Saturday nights. read more

Really great place to grab a pint with friends after a long day. Great staff and service. No complaints!

Ate here on my first and last nights in London. The staff are awesome. Cute ambiance. The food is excellent and reasonably priced. I had fish and chips and then a burger. Highly recommended. read more

Sandwiches are definitely sub-par, but the rest of the pub is pretty cool. Lots of different drinks on tap, and a long list of wines are available. Next time I'll try a real main course as the menu looked pretty exciting. read more

We thought the food was very good. Recommend fish and chips, steak and mash pie or sausage and mash. Service was also very good. Good beer and wine. read more

best fish and chips I had in my 3 months in London. This is the best pub I have been to during my time spent in London. They also had the best hot chocolate. I will miss this place when I'm back in the states!! read more

Great local spot. Plenty of beer choices and places to sit upstairs / outside to relax.

This is one of the most laid back "urban" (in terms of location) pubs I've ever been to. Despite being in a very affluent part of the city, you never feel excluded or an outcast. Both the staff and the patrons were all smiles and eager to crack jokes. The food was good and served in a timely manner. It had a diverse menu without excluding the pub classics. Great beer and pretty reasonable prices. read more

I almost do not want to tell anyone about this spot since it is so authentic and a haven from the touristy spots in the city. We had the beef pie and a friend had a club and another friend had the [huge] burger. Great chips (French fries). Perfect off-the-beaten path spot if you're on Kensington High Street doing some shopping, as we were. read more

This is a brilliant place to have a quiet drink or meal. The food is proper comfort food, perfect on a cold day. the beer selection is wide, the bar staff are chatty and the general atmosphere is nice. It is filled with young people which gives it a trendy vibe but is not overtaken by loud and annoying teenagers. Great place to enjoy a comfortable evening with some friends and feel right at home! read more

A lovely little pub. A great place for lunches and they have a good selection of beers (lots of organic ones too). Friendly bar staff, film nights and in a pretty part of town make it worth a trip. read more

Don't order mixed drinks... They pour them very weak and charge a premium for them. Good beer. Nice upstairs room.