It would be just a wee bit twee to find yourself at a typical English pub after attempting to walk the Prime Meridian at the Royal Observatory. It's like Madonna speaking in a British accent for no good reason. Predictable, right? Well, outside of the ornate gate to Greenwich Park was this restaurant with a pub facade. Jamie W. and I were feeling peckish after going through the major sights in Greenwich. We knew we felt a kinship with this spot when we discovered it was formerly a gay bar called the Gloucester Arms, and it recently received a rainbow plaque for being a significant LGBTQ+ landmark. Now that's serious cred. Even more impactful to us was their cocktail list. Jamie ordered the £13 Basil Smash, a gin & tonic enhanced by Bombay Sapphire, basil, lemon, and a gum syrup called gomme. I went for the £13 Mango Colada with mango purée to go with the pineapple rum, coconut syrup, shredded coconut, and double cream (photo: https://yelp.to/KopCiLLoRm). We were in a relaxed mood when our food arrived. Jamie scored big with the £19 Fish & Chips, genuinely delicious with a big piece of beer-battered haddock and hand-cut chips (photo: https://yelp.to/3HASSSP2uc). I went with the more modest £17 Sausage & Mash with kale, fried onions, and a lot of mashed potatoes and watery gravy (photo: https://yelp.to/IfJVcHj0lB). It was quite a satisfying experience at Greenwich Tavern because they turned standard British favorites into tastier versions that appeal to the rest of us. Plus cocktails always help. So if you find yourself hungry walking the Prime Meridian, consider coming here before heading back to your Thames riverboat. FOOD - 4 stars...British fare well executed for all palates AMBIANCE - 4 stars...fine dining set-up inside SERVICE - 4 stars...efficient and helpful TOTAL - 4 stars...if you find yourself at the Prime Meridian RELATED - Exploring London? Here's my collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3zFACrx read more

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Visited after a walk around Greenwich. The food looks good on paper but was just a bit off. The nachos had some kind of "salsa" on it that was just tomato paste and tasted off as well as the fish and chips having chips that weren't cooked fully so they were mostly soft. Could probably try again and get something else but for now it was just ok. read more

Greenwich Tavern - Fish and chips - British Near Me - London, XGL

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After a nice walk through Greenwich Park and to the Observatory, we walked out of the north gate and right into the Tavern which was a delightful and fancy place for the likes of me. Its nicely decorated, and they must have known that I was coming because they sat me in front of a picture of a Dalmatian, which warmed my heart. Since it was the afternoon, my girlfriend and I ordered drinks. I went with a beer and wasn't too thrilled with the Brixton Pale Ale. To each their own. She had a basil smash and enjoyed it to the very last drop. For lunch we ordered the chicken gyoza and garlic bread and then I chose to have their mushroom Risotto, which was killer! topped with some arugula, it all came together and the risotto had plenty of chicken stock in it. My girlfriend had the caesar salad and her and I fought over the garlic bread. It was a lot like a recipe that we follow back home and lets just say it was good to the last bite. The help was fantastic and overall, I was impressed by everything the tavern brought to our eyes. I will definitely go back one day and enjoy that risotto ten fold! read more

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Had a late lunch here after spending the day at the Royal Observatory and Cutty Sark - it's fairly close to the ship area and the DLR station so they get plenty of walk-in traffic. It's a pretty standard English pub, but that's always a fun experience nonetheless. We happened to be here on a Sunday, so we shared the Sunday roast and an appetizer, which was plenty of food. The menu is a little more interesting than just traditional bar food, and although you might think it's touristy, it's really not. read more

The food here was 5 stars and the dining ambiance is negative stars. We arrived in late afternoon and we were promptly seated in an elevated area of the bar. There were two other tables and a row of tables along the window. One had two gals enjoying drinks and another had 3 adults and a screaming toddler banging a plastic boat on the table. The screaming toddler party was paying their bill so we thought it would be ok to stay there since they were leaving. Wrong. We ordered our food, fish and chips and Sunday roast dinner of strip beef. The food arrived in a timely fashion and was hot. The chips were well seasoned and probably the best I've had. The Sunday roast was tasty and included all the proper sides. However, while we waited for the food a party of six came in and sat underneath the stairs at a table behind us: 4 adults and two toddlers and a portly French bulldog. They parked their two huge strollers and sat the toddlers in high chairs and the table top was immediately littered with plastic toys. The toddlers were shrieking when they were not getting what they wanted, screaming and crawling out of their chairs and running around. One mom ended up rolling around on the floor with her toddler, trying to trap him and put him back in the high chair. The dog was off leash and wandering around under the tables and sniffing people's legs. I had to shoo it away. A waiter brought a drink to their table and one toddler threw a black plastic toy at the waiter and hit him. The two women at another table picked up their drinks and left, and a group of 5 adults sat down at the tables along the windows for about 30 seconds and then left. We finished our meals and skipped the sticky toffee pudding because of the disruptive clown show going on behind us. The screaming and shrieking went on and was accompanied by the bartender working out her micro aggressions by throwing empty liquor bottles into a bin of empty liquor bottles causing a continuous, jarring, ear piercing sound for my ear holes and eating dis enjoyment. If this blood pressure raising environment is for you, it would be worth it to eat here. read more

Greenwich Tavern - Screaming, shrieking children. See the dog, too? - British Near Me - London, XGL

Despite the fact that I was rather pressed for time, I still managed to pop in here for a drink before my train arrived at the nearby station. It was a rather charming pub, which at this stage is actually located on the fringes of London. It isn't a particularly huge pub mind you, but it does have a reasonably decent range of beers. However, as I mentioned, I really didn't have all that much time to spend here before I had to shoot off, so I have to say that I can't actually remember all that much. read more

Greenwich Tavern - Outside - British Near Me - London, XGL

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This was the perfect place to stop for lunch after climbing up to the Royal Observatory. We took a comfy booth that easily fit our party of six-3 generations. Mac and cheese and garlic bread for the kids, plus pulled pork, fish and chips and a hummus plate. Warmed up with tea on this rainy day. Plus an Apple juice and Shirley temple for the kids. Feels brand new-modern and stylish decor. Excellent bathrooms (which means a lot to a traveling family). Easy to get a table around noon. Efficient service. Order at the bar. read more

Just drinks so if your looking for food read no more. We came here after climbing the hill to the observatory, a different review, to wait for the boat to take us back down the river to London. We were happy to sit and people watch for a while even though the area we sat in was reserved for later use, it was useful to us. Just know they will kick you out when your time is up, good to know if you want to reserve a spot on the sofas in the back (hint hint). The food actually looked good. We had eaten already but had we known we would have come here. It was a great little surprise and impromptu stop. Recommend going in for a drink but I can not recommend the food. Good luck and enjoy! read more

I visited this venue to regain the energy lost on this very cold winter day. The pub is literally at the main gate to Greenwich Park slightly further away from Cutty Sark so it's less busy than otherwise fully packed establishments closer to the station and around Greenwich Market. Basically it's a slightly hip pub that tries to establish itself as a more refined place. You can see it on the menu prices where a typical meal and drink will set you apart with amount close to mid range restaurant. The good things: the staff is really friendly and nice, always smiling. The music: britpop from 90s and some indie from 00s creates a nice atmosphere. IT'S NOT TOO LOUD :) you can work from here if you like. There is a decent WiFI. The food arrived pretty quickly. I ordered a bean burger with guacamole. It was ok but was expecting slightly higher quality given the price. You know what I mean: stony chips and cracking bean burger crust could be forgiven in Weatherspoon but not here. So that was a mild disappointment. However I can't complain too much. Oasis is playing and it all makes up for it :) The location as well. Verdict: perfect to Work from Park. Otherwise get the food from somewhere nearby! read more

Greenwich Tavern - The great veggie bean burger. Go veggie !! - British Near Me - London, XGL

This is a nice pub to have a bite to eat in Greenwich after you visit the Prime Meridian. Order at the bar and get your drinks then sit wherever there is space. We were able to have a table outside on a sunny day. They have standard pub fare. The fish & chips were good as were the lamb chops. Nice atmosphere to have a relaxed meal. read more

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The Greenwich Tavern has the perfect location. Right in the heart of Greenwich, a short stride away from the park and University sits this solid institution. A nice big space with plenty of outside seating this pub offers a generous selection behind the bar. Nicely surprised by the price of my pint (£3.50 for a 1666) it's very generous for the other pubs in the area. The clientele are mainly tourists and students/staff from the University near by. This Tavern hosts live music nights and a nice menu. All together, a good standard of service, price and setting. read more

Good choice of beer and nice food selection . Good for families ! Not sure why it got low stars ? read more

Greenwich Tavern - Good beer choice and food choice! - British Near Me - London, XGL

Wow, this place has changed. I'm guessing the management or the chef. I went there last night and had a terrible experience, I was so excited to go back for a juicy burger! There was nothing juicy about it, it was as dry as anything. The chips that were homemade and wedge like and delicious have been replaced by frozen chips. We asked to send our food back but they said we couldn't. They gave us a free drink but that's not good enough. Also, their prices have gone up by a couple of quid. Will not be coming back! read more

We stopped here for lunch. Quiet pub. Very average. The chicken & leek pot pie was very good. Excellent selection of drinks. read more

Greenwich Tavern - British Near Me - London, XGL

A-Ok is a great way to categorize this place. The food was not bad and the drink list was not bad. We shared the fried chicken sandwich and the burger and decided it was 'not bad'. Nothing amazing, but it did hit the burger and chips spot we were hopping to hit. The choice of beer on tap is not extensive but not bad either. The real bonus of this place is the location. Right on the park with both indoor and outdoor seating. A nice place to hang out with a group of people to watch the tourists visit the area. Don't go to get anything delicious, but do count on something to satisfy you and keep you entertained along the way. read more

Large open plan pub does a little real ale at silly prices

The missus, guided me here after our visit to the Meridian. I was more than happy. We had to wait outside in London, so I was very cold when we boarded our boat/ship, to travel on the Thymes, to Greenwich. She was so sweet and surprised me, with a nice glass of bourbon, while on the boat, and I had treated myself to a second, because I had no idea that we would be walking so far. We were there in a spring, that was later to be declared, one of the coldest, wettest springs, they've had in forty years. And, when I thought we were at the Meridian Line, I found out we had to walk through a park and up a freakin' mountain. Anyway, thank God, this pub is at the main exit from Greenwich Park slightly further away from Cutty Sark and other packed pubs, closer to the station and around Greenwich Market. Sitting on a nice comfy couch, with a proper pint was heaven. Only issue we had, was when she ordered our pints, mine a full, hers a half, he gave her a full pint. She politely mentioned, that she asked for a half pint, the pub keeper, just snatched up her money, and ignored her. Not a good idea, as she grew up in S. W. London (Balham). If I ever have to go up that hill again, I would definitely drop in, but I'll do the pint order : ) read more

Greenwich Tavern - Greenwish Tavern, relaxing outside the pub - British Near Me - London, XGL

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Packed due to being the closest place to Greenwich park, people pour in to get some drinks and food after a long walk in the park. Apparently the staff do not like this. Terribly long queue and slow service for ordering then tepid lager and dirt dry burger. Not worth the central London-price you will pay in Greenwich. We regret eating at this terrible place read more

Greenwich Tavern - The driest burger I ever had... - British Near Me - London, XGL

Employees too incompetent to keep track of what table ordered what. Gave our orders away then had to wait nearly an hour for right orders. Instead of apologising, managers argued with us, it was our fault for having a starter and turned their backs and walked away from us several times. Then gossiped in the open with other managers in front of other customers about us. read more

Lovely location, fairly good selection of beers and a nice decor, however incredibly poor customer service, the bar staff aren't particularly great at making drinks or pulling pints, service is pretty slow and unhurried, food is mediocre at best and the bottomless brunch from my experience normally runs to about 4 glasses before they become very reluctant to give you anymore! read more

Throw back music, food was delicious, overall would highly recommend. Fun atmosphere without being too much. Camembert and garlicbread are a must read more

Really great little pub! Had a fantastic lunch here with friends on New Years eve and loved it. Prices are good, service was fab and the place is really lovely. You can't visit greenwich park without popping in! read more