This is a lovely community pub with some very quirky decor (according to the barstaff the pipes…read morecontain cosmic steam power that keeps the pub running). They've got some good beers here, from the local area too. As well as the relatively well known Summer Lightening there were a couple of tasty beers from the Surry Hills brewery (Greensand IPA and Ransmore). There is a big garden outside and the negatives are few. The tables are a bit tightly packed together and probably require a lot of customer rearrangement when busy. Toilets could do with improvement too.

Easily the best pub in Surbiton. The husband-and-wife owners transformed this old boozer into an…read moreunderstated, cosy but cool local pub with a lick of paint and some wonky furniture. Well-kept ale and a lovely beer garden, plus a heated outdoor tent area for smokers add to the appeal. They have been know to project Wii games on a 27 ft screen in the back garden in summer. Random fancy dress parties seem to occur for no reason. No hot food at the moment but they have a truly stunning selection of English cheeses.

Nice little cafe in Surbiton with a vegan option which worked for my friend who is currently…read morebreastfeeding a baby with lots of allergies. Weirdly she was told that another dish involving bread wasn't suitable as the bread is brushed with an egg glaze (?!) but later we thought surely the bread with the vegan breakfast isn't?! Freshly squeezed orange juice was very nice and overall there's a very good range of options here from breakfast dishes to salads and sandwiches. I had decent eggs benedict although they were a little cold, I think they may have been forgotten in the kitchen for a while. Overall a good experience and probably one of the better cafes in Surbiton.

The best cafe in town for sure, great service, great salads, healthy food, smoothies, sandwiches…read moreand pastries are very good, fresh, the only bad thing is that they usually very busy and have to wait, but is also a good sign. Service is very good. Highly recommended.

In keeping with the simpler times this palace has seen, this cafe seems like the kind of place that…read morewould be attended by the commoners rather than royalty. It's a small spot between buildings which only seems to serve the sunny summer crowd. After ordering we sat down to wait for our meal which took a long time, considering what we ordered. All orders arrived separately including our drinks. My friend had a latte and scone which she said was good. The scone looked about average but it was too early for her to get the full afternoon tea. I ordered the chicken Caesar salad and a rosé wine. Both were surprisingly delicious! Unfortunately I did not take any photos because I was quite hungry. Fresh lettuce topped with a lot of tender chicken, the right amount of dressing and croutons. It was perfect for a light lunch. Staff were friendly even if the service was slow. I was overall pleased at this tourist spot for lunch. They serve sandwiches, salads and afternoon tea specialties along with beer and wine. Casual enough for families.

Much nicer than you expect from looking at the outside. Very cozy. Friendly staff and a nice…read moremenu.

I really like here! Calm and comfortable place. Not only staffs but also customers are nice and…read morefriendly.

The food was pleasant, the service was dreadful, the restaurant was icy, and the dishes were almost…read moreas cold. Orders were scrambled. When we complained, the server stood at the table, debating in front of other patrons. Won't be coming back!

Cheerful and willing service on Friday lunchtime. This newly furbished restaurant, though…read moresmall, seems spacious and is well worth a visit - or several as the menu has a number of tempting dishes and there are specials as well. The liver and bacon was outstanding, plentiful, cooked perfectly and served with a smile. Recommended.

The Grove Tavern is a great neighborhood pub. Checked out the Grove on a Monday night when I was…read morevisiting some friend in Surbiton. The service was good. The atmosphere at the Grove was great. I did not any food but the menu looked delicious. Will definitely check out the Grove Tavern next time I am in Surbiton.

Coming here on a Sunday for their roasts always cheered me up. It used to be our loca, and it's…read moremore one of those "gastropubs" than anything else. Quality food, friendly service! It's got a nice cosy inviting inside decor. And has a nice big garden.

This is one of the very few pubs in Surbiton that have a proper beer garden and sell lagers other…read morethan Carling and Fosters. Which is pretty awesome. I've been here three times now. Once it was winter and we sat inside, and the last couple of times I've visited here in the evening and sat outside. Every time I've been here the outside has been pretty busy, with lots of smokers enjoying the outside space and large umbrellas and overhangs to protect them from the sun. I usually drink the Waggle Dance ale when I'm here, and have had an enjoyable time upon every visit. I wouldn't say that it's amazing, but I wouldn't say it's awful, either. If you're looking for a pint of good beer, a bit of atmosphere in the suburbs - this place will do the job.

Met here with the girls and I was surprised how big it was when I got inside. Behind the bar there…read moreis a wealth of space, including lovely secluded booths where you can have a good old private natter! Nice friendly environment to enjoy a relaxing evening with those you love!

Nice-enough riverside pub, cavernous-feeling if quiet and capable of housing a lot of punters ( the…read morefunction room can house 40!). Food is not bad. I'm somewhat suspicious of a pub where the Extra Cold Guinness pump is in use in preference to the "normal" one, as it suggests the throughput isn't great ( chilling helping to cover the taste of Guinness past its best).

Good and popular riverside pub. Reasonable range of food,well cooked.Riverside seats for good…read moreweather.

Its a shame that this pub is not more popular. It can sometimes be pretty quiet in the evenings…read more The location is not very favourable - it is on Hampton Court Road, where there is only a limited number of spaces to park. However, if you do manage to find a space, or if you are coming by bus or train (Hampton Court station is less than a 10 minute walk away), this is a lovely historical old pub to warm yourself up in. It backs on to the gardens of Hampton Court Palace, and while not as old as the Palace, the building is thought to date back to 1658. If you come here, look out for a tiny doorway in the main room of the pub. It is so low that you have to crouch - it is about 5 foot high. It was built when men were a lot shorter than they are today. The main part of the pub is very inviting; dark wood and cosy chairs, many of them facing a huge open fireplace. I have not been overwhelmed by the food, truth be told. It is traditional pub fare- pies, steaks, pastas and a few gourmet burgers. They do have a wide selection of Sunday Roasts here, these are definitely worth making a visit for. This building also houses Hampton Court Hotel, which has 9 bedrooms.

Sometimes you just want to get out of the city. Away from the crazy rush, all the people and see…read moresome 'countryside'. Okay we didn't go far, in fact I think we may have still been in London. And when you're away for the day, you need a country pub.. with a fireplace. The King's Arms, handily located next to Hampton Court, is the perfect place to while away an afternoon. Great selection of crazily named lagers.. Badger? Super friendly bar staff and locals. Amazing looking roasts and really good chips. Best part of this place is the relaxed, welcoming vibe. If this was in Angel it would be my Sunday local.. but if it was in London proper it probably wouldn't be as cool.