If I had to choose between Wandsworth's most popular pub - the Alma - and the East Hill, I'd choose the East Hill any day. The cost of drinks and food at the East Hill is comparable to that at the Alma, but its uphill walk away from Wandsworth Town train station means that most people either a) don't know about it or b) are too lazy to walk to it. This means that the atmosphere is waaaaay more low key. Some people like hustle, bustle, seeing and being seen. Me? Not so much. That's why I like the East Hill. I'm guaranteed to snag a table. And everything feels a bit classier and less of a collective of rugged wooden tables, mismatched chairs, and alcohol-fuelled sexual desperation. Despite how this may sound, The East Hill isn't some old geezer's pub, and it still has a cozy and homey air to it. Plus, it benefits from a particularly wide drinks selection. I probably wouldn't return specifically for its food, though. The food had a posh price tag without a posh chef. It was by no means bad; it just wasn't oh-my-god-amazing. It was more like hm-this-is-a-bit-of-a-letdown-for-£10. read more

Geronimo Inns - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

This is an absolutely gorgeous pub on Alma road that serve all sorts of beers and spirits and excellent, top notch food as well. I love the surroundings, plush wooden furniture in a rustic London pub. I had a good old fashioned fish and chips here and it was really delicious. The batter was cooked superbly and the chips were nice and chunky. I wouldn't go out my way to visit this place but if you're a local this is the only stop you should make. read more

Geronimo Inns - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Trudge up the hill from Wandsworth Town train station and you'll find a beautiful pub that tries a little bit harder. What are they doing right? 1. The prices! Drinks are all about £2 less than at The Alma at the bottom of the hill. (Convenience charge). 2. The atmosphere! It is pleasant and comfortable. The dining area is well-separated from the bar area without feeling too isolated. 3. The food! Apparently they have a new chef, and dinner was great. I had two starters for my main: a goats cheese and beetroot salad, and a smoked salmon and capers salad. They were both lightly dressed and exactly what I wanted. 4. The wine! Their short and sweet wine list is quality. Malbec from Mendoza? Sold. And only two train stops away from Barnes. Perfect! read more

it's a secret! this pub is RIGHT around the corner from the Alma, which is nice, but not worth the price. I met here with a friend that works in the area, and he told me that his office likes to go their for drinks, but that it's never crowded. The service was the exact pace you would expect from a chilled out empty pub, but it was worth it. If the weather is nice, they have outdoor seating, and the guests make for good people watching (an old man+ a dog+ drinking ale from a cask+ eating a porkpie= I love him) I was being healthy and got a salad, and it wasn't bad for a pub salad! and it was reasonably priced. I give them EXTRA points for having board games. Connect 4 is a winner in itself. read more

I love this pub, it's a pub without looking like a grubby rundown place, nor smells like stale beer 3 times over. This pub is filled with comfy couches, chairs and tables, really feels like I'm more in someone's home then a pub so to me, that's a nice touch. We had food here too and we both loved what we got, the fish and chips were great (especially loved the chips which were on the extra crispy side), love a proper beer batter. And the shephard's pie was a hearty fare that my partner quite enjoyed. They have quite an extensive wine list along with the usual beers on tap and bottle (and alcohol). For sure this is my go-to spot whenever I'm in Wandsworth. FYI, on the weekend if you want a table for dinner, call to make a reservation. They accept them and although sometimes there may be room anyway, sometimes there isn't, it's a popular spot! read more

Suzanne H is right. The East Hill is just around the corner from the Alma Tavern (the clue to that is in the address, I suppose) and is far far better. Molly and Suzanne have covered all bases with their reviews. They told you about the atmos and the chilled out nature, the better prices than in the aforementioned Alma and the good food. So there's not a lot else for me to say. Thanks, girls. Just don't all go here at once, or it will lose its charm of leaving you feeling rather naughty that you're in an all-round better and cheaper place than the Alma but that no-one else has discovered that yet. read more

Pros: Great looking pub Food is quite good Decent outdoor seating Great location Minus: Horribly slow service Bar is always understaffed on top of the horribly slow service Only 1 loo stall for females read more

This might be one of the hardest reviews I will ever have to write. First, please know that I am biased as this is my local. Second, please know how hard it is to write this as I feel like I am letting my favorite place secret out of the bag. If you reside in central London, I am not too concerned as most of you find it waaaaaaaay to hard to venture 6km (the distance east hill is from the city) outside of where you reside. And that is FINE by me and I am not hating on you, I just know what you are missing. If there were ever to be a true neighborhood bar, this would be it. My only complaint is that it is too big to be "neighborhood", however how could I fault a place that serves me my hops and dazzles my soul? Goodness me. My fondness is jeopordizing my masculinity. Nonetheless, the warmth and decor distributed from the East Hill is simple reason alone to go. Girls will fall in love with its style and men will be glad they can drink a pint without their woman begging to leave. If you wish for more than a cold one, tuck in for dinner and I highly recommend the fish and chips. The fat chips that are served with the fish will reassure your confidence on your entree choice. The East Hill is perfect at 6pm on Thursday, 8pm on Friday, 11am on Saturday, 2pm on Sunday and any other time you let your presence absorb in. The crowd is pretty girls and decent hunks. Get in early for a seat, otherwise, standing room isn't a let down, just a discomfort. Heaters can be found outside at the tables. While everyone continues to rave on about the greatness of The Ship, stick to the East Hill where you aren't conforming to the crowd. read more

Nice place with a cool interior and a phenomenal staff. Turns out there are multiple Geronimo inns and I was style wrong one to meet my friend so they were nice enough to let me use their landline and give us proper directions. Of course they also make a great Jameson and ginger (with lime, of course) If you're up for an adventure trek over here, it's not that far and it's very relaxing. read more

I used to live around 4 doors away from this great little pub and whenever my parents visited I'd always take them here. Firstly because the place is nice and clean and the staff are always polite. Secondly because it looks good and thirdly because they have a great food menu which even my fussy mother enjoys; I agree with Claire above that their fish & chips are great and well worth trying. It's all just a bit above you normal pub in terms of quality and as such it attracts a really nice crowd. It's also good for small groups and is certainly one of the better pubs in the area and one worth checking out if you're in the vicinity. read more

Oh the wonderful memories that The East Hill evokes..... in a nutshell this pub is London to me, complete with all the charm, love and rustic-ness of English culture. The ceilings are high with beautifully molded detail and perfectly placed lighting details and accents, the bar is a wonderful reconstruction of dark antique inspired shelves, the furniture and tables are clean and rustic. Everything ties together so perfectly to create the ideal modern yet cozy gastropub. With a perfect pub ambiance like this in the neighborhood, I think I could easily become an alcoholic. I can't imagine my London life without the East Hill... and everytime in London I make it a point to go back. Perfection in a pub. read more

It is a nice looking and friendly pub, food was good. Original looking setting and friendly staff. However hard to cater fro larger groups. read more

Good all round pub with nice food and friendly staff. Free wifi and dogs allowed!

Great establishment with wonderful staff who are always happy to help you. The whisky selection is half the reason I venure to this area but the food is sublime and at a very reasonable price compared with similar gastro pubs. read more

Total Crap. On the first visit, we were overcharged by £35.00 on Sunday lunch for 4 adults and 2 children. It took the apathetic staff serial attempts to correct the bill even after their mistakes had been acknowledged. And we were charged for a portion of fries which we did not order. On the second visit we had also booked a table for four, but they had given the table to two other people. We were told to wait for fifteen minutes. I had to insist that we have our table. The two others were moved (and finally left after forty five minutes) but they were not happy and I was made to look a fool in front of my guests, because the staff had made the booking for the wrong date. No matter, it takes the edge off the what should have been a pleasant occasion. The following day, I made two telephone calls to the head office but there was nobody answering the number that the switchboard gave me. Neither was my voicemail call returned. The food was passable. read more