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The Garrison

4.0 (129 reviews)
ModeratePubs, British
Open 10:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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Casual
Moderate noise
Happy hour specials
Good for groups

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The short rib and broc was good
Lisa M.

I would try somewhere else on Bermondsey Street next time. Nice room, nice lighting and our server was lovely but the room needed two more of her. I grew tired waiting for apps, then drinks, then mains. Foccacia arrived dry and tasteless. Menu was short, oysters not cold, and featured fish fishy. Short rib was good, as was the charred broccoli but overall, not worth the bill, particularly with added 12% service charge.

Oysters
Jerry B.

I really enjoyed this restaurant. First when I made reservations they asked if you were celebrating anything and I put our anniversary. Well to my surprise the first thing that brought us was a glass of champagne to help us celebrate. Very nice of them. The food was very well prepared and tasted marvelous. The decor is tastefully done and adds to the experience

Mulled wine
Connie C.

Stopped by for some drinks.... Cute vibe, but the kitchen doesn't open until 6pm for dinner, so be sure to plan food times accordingly. We will have to come back to try the food one day (which we said the lash time we visited too)...

Wanting H.

This is a wonderful neighborhood pub/restaurant! It's super cozy. The decoration of the dining room is authentic with history. We were lucky to find an open table for 2 on a Saturday evening. The appetizer octopus was fabulous! It's the Spanish style tapas. The octopus was soft and not too chewy. The potatoes with paprika powder were just simply delicious. The main dishes were amazing too. My favorite of the night was their rump steak. The steak was perfectly cooked in the medium rare condition and precisely cut into smaller pieces already. The peppercorn sauce was perfect with the steak. The potato terrine was very interesting! It's basically a super fancy way of serving potato chips. I love the texture that some of potatoes are soft, but some are crispy. The cauliflower puree was very good too. Overall, it is an excellently executed entree. The Newlyn Cod was good. It has very strong smoke flavor and pretty salty. The potato puree with leek was very good with cod. Overall, the food was very delicious. Excellent quality. However, the wait was very long. Although we didn't need to wait for a table, it took about 30 mins for the appetizer to come then another 30 mins or so for the main entrees. If the food would come faster, it would easily be 5 star review for me.

Adam L.

I admit it, shamefully: I didn't know "Sunday Roast" was a thing in the UK. So as always, as soon as i heard about it I had to try it. A friend recommended The Garrison so I followed her advice. First off, i have never had Yorkshire pudding so felt extremely uninformed when it showed up as bread-ish (I was expecting like actual putting). The roast was cooked well and the vegetables were as well. The gravy/au-jus spread over the top of everything was really tasty as well. For the price i thought it was a great lunch and now will certainly be on the hunt for more "Sunday Roast" spots.

Not a great photo, but a great dish - Mackerel Tartare with Squid Ink chip
Peter C.

Hidden gem on Bermondsey St. Great atmosphere with antique furniture and tables with a very friendly staff. The food is the star. The menu has a variety from seafood to meats. We shared some specials Monk Fish and smoky clams in broth. The highlight is the Mackerel Tartare with a chip made from squid ink. Best seafood starter I had in a while. I wanted to try everything, next time. They also have a great drinks menu with cocktails, beer and wine.

Kevin L.

It's like dining at your grandma's house! Black-and-white army photos hang on the walls, faded out-of-style lampshades float over your head, and mouthwatering aromas waft about the space. Except this isn't food like -my- grandma ever cooked. Perfectly roasted potatoes mixed with tender carrots and al dente broccoli are smothered in slabs of meat just ripe for dipping in gravy. The entire mound is topped off with a bowl of Yorkshire pudding. On the side, we're brought a tub of potent horseradish... we didn't even have to ask for it. Delightful! Now, if only I'd been able to walk out of here without a half-dozen bits of gristle stuck between my teeth... flossing never felt so relieving!

First Sunday roast!
Diyang Y.

We came here for Sunday Roast. Being North American, I knew this was a British tradition I just had to participate in! The environment was absolutely wonderful. Extremely cosy and warm. Brings back memories of Sunday dinners at grandmas house. The food was pretty average. Nothing was horrible, but also wasn't very good. All in all pretty bland. I will say the bread was amazing though. Overall, great place to spend an afternoon or dinner with some friends in a great environment. Food is not great, so don't come for that.

Salmon Pastrami and Octopus appetizer.

Unique takes on many dishes. Excellent seafood and beverages. A gem for groups and a place to bring my wife back to for a special occasion. Service was lovely.

Gareth H.

The ever popular Garrison sets the standard in gastronomic drinking houses with mouth-watering food, gorgeous log cabin inspired decor and a range of lagers, ales and wines to suit your taste. The staff here are wonderfully helpful, greeting you at the door and remaining attentive to your every need from start to finish. This helps greatly to lighten the atmosphere making the Garrison feel much like a country retreat rather than a city pub. The food is the obvious standout feature with a menu that boasts a terrific variety of seasonal and expertly prepared food. The ever changing daily specials will leave you spoilt for choice and ensure that you keep coming back for more. There is nothing dramatic or overdone about the Garrison, it has the reserve and classic sophistication of an aging academic and simply lets the food and ambience do the talking.

My little red teapot of tea
Emma C.

Why don't I venture out here more? The Garrison & Bermondsey Street, up to recently was a mystery to me and I only really came out here to intrude on my friend's brunch with her boyfriend (which I had not met before), even though I protested as I didn't want to feel like a third wheel. Oh how glad I did.... From the moment I stepped in - I knew this was my kind of place. I am a sucker for amazing quirky decorated places and 'The Garrison' didn't disappoint with it's mix match plates, cosy tea sets and eccentric trinkets. The people was lovely but service was a little slow though I wasn't too worried about that as it was Sunday Brunch so the place was packed. If you haven't made a booking you might have to wait a bit. We ordered some tea and OJ for drinks then me and my friend ordered Eggs Benedict and her boyfriend got a full English breakfast. It arrived with no delay and looked amazing drenched in just the right amount of yellowy Hollandaise sauce. It was so good and fulling that I don't think I was hungry till well in the afternoon. I can't wait to head back to try out the lunch and dinner menu if breakfast was so good. BTW, we dined on the table next to Professor Green, apparently it's a favourite haunt of his as well. Amazing breakfast and celebrity spotting - what more can you ask of a Sunday morning.

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Top notch local bar and restaurant. Friendly and a great atmosphere that adds to its charm.

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Terrible service. Ignored for a menu, wrong order delivered, massive wait for the bill.

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4.0(47 reviews)
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This was the first pub we checked out after a long flight to London (we ended up in over a dozen by…read morethe end of our trip). The bartender let us know that while the sign read food was served upstairs only, they were under construction so food would be served downstairs in the main pub area instead--but not until 5 (it was around 4:30 pm). We thanked him and decided to grab a drink and wait for food service. The menu of house ales, lagers, bitters, etc. + spirits was one I later saw at 1-2 other pubs who must share the same brewery. I tried a couple of beers and both were great. My wife had a cocktail which she enjoyed. The most noticeable thing at first was how quiet this pub is-- you could hear a pin drop. This likely changes later in the evening, but without music playing and the scattered patrons softly chatting at their tables, it was very quiet. Which really worked for us as we fought jet lag. We ordered food at the bar, my wife had fish and chips and I had the sausage and mash platter topped with onion rings. Both were delicious and fairly priced. This was all in all a great first pub to visit in London.

The Anchor Tab was my first pub when visiting London. Next…read moreto the Tower of London, finding this pub was a wonderful adventure to find. Not only were the drinks delicious, but the bartender was very kind and helped us make our decision. I love the decor and the location, it's a 10/10 must-visit next time you're in London.

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Anchor Tap - The Golden Girls were here!!!!

The Golden Girls were here!!!!

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4.7(30 reviews)
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Very smallpub in London owned by a young couple. They celebrated 5 years ownership in April. Had a…read morebeer and vodka tonic. Ordered samosas and the Sunday special,chicken roast. The samosas were good but spicy. I really liked the hosin like sauce drizzled over them. We had one order of roast, planning a late lunch snack before dinner. We had gone to Burrough market but it was packed. To say the least, I'm glad we got one plate. the chicken. breast was huge. More than enough for two people. It was covered in a red curry gravy,slightly spicy. It came with roasted potatoes and broccoli, and a Yorkshire pudding. Plenty. We left a couple potatoes and broccoli on the plate. The cost was $46 US.

Surely this will now be one of my regular haunts in the area?!…read moreService was just blinding, like I genuinely can't remember the last time I received service like that. From the owner to the chef. Quirky and good selection of drinks. Food was yummy, only had nibbles but will report back on more as will definitely be returning for mains etc. Cute little rooftop patio place for a couple of tables, and peaceful there too! Just had a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon here and couldn't get over how much they went out of their way so you can carry on, enjoy and have fun. Top top banana.

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The Gladstone Arms - Beers selection at the bar. Photography by Ari's Thread

Beers selection at the bar. Photography by Ari's Thread

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Lant Street wines. Photography by Ari's Thread

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Kings Arms - Fish and chips and cottage pie. SO delicious.

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4.0(30 reviews)
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Located just a few minutes walk down Tooley Street from the Dixon Hotel where we stayed for a week…read morethe Kings Arms is a terrific spot to have a few pints and delicious eats. Inside features a cozy vibe with a funky cool decor. Wonderful service. Fairly priced. Nice selection of beer and drinks. Food came out quick and hot. We lucked out with nice weather all week and enjoyed the outside sidewalk seating on multiple nights. Just a fun place to chill and enjoy life whether a tourist or local.

My family was staying at The Dixon nearby and stumbled upon this pub when looking for a home base…read more I loved the eclectic interior and the crowd seemed to be having the best day ever. We were immediately sold. We lucked out on a table during a hopping Sunday and were able to snag the last couple plates of their Sunday Roast. The roast was fantastic! Make a reservation to not miss it. The bar offered a large lineup of beers, ales, wines, and cocktails. The bartenders were very personable and friendly even during a rush. They immediately noticed our American accents and chatted us up on where we were from, how we were liking London, etc. They were just overall very friendly and welcoming. It really made a difference on our day. I hopped around a number of pubs during our visit, but this one really stood out to us as a favorite. Swing by for a pint!

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Kings Arms - Interior near the bar.

Interior near the bar.

Kings Arms - Sticky toffee pudding

Sticky toffee pudding

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3.8(179 reviews)
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Upon arriving to our hotel in London, we looked up some options for a nice dinner and decided on…read moreThe George Inn. I ordered the Steak & Ale Pie -- and wow... it was insanely good. Before I go on, I have to thank the staff for allowing us to be seated because the restaurant was fully booked yet they managed to squeeze us in. That was so generous of them and we just want to acknowledge them. Ok. So, the portion was generous and beautifully plated. The steak was tender, rich, and slow-cooked to perfection, packed with deep, savory flavor from the ale. Every bite was hearty and comforting -- exactly what you want when you're in London. The gravy was silky and robust, perfect for dipping those thick-cut chips, which were golden on the outside and fluffy on the inside. It also came with fresh greens, roasted tomatoes, and crispy onion rings that added great texture and balance to the dish. You can tell this is proper pub food done right -- no shortcuts, just bold, satisfying flavor. If you're looking for a classic, filling English meal that absolutely delivers, this is it. I'd order it again in a heartbeat. Not a bad start to our first night in London. Bonus: They have a downstairs pub that stretches across 3-4 rooms so definitely grab yourself a pint after dinner. Really cool vibes!

Such a cool pub to stop into after a visit at borough market or just after work for a pint. There's…read morea huge beer garden with plenty of seating but can get busy on the weekends and especially on nice days. The place is so old the floor boards aren't level and the paint on the brick is so thick you can tell it's been painted over like 50 times. There's live music on the weekends too. Great place to visit.

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The George Inn - Interior seating

Interior seating

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My dinner! A delicious steak and ale pie with mash.

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