First off, it's a bar not a store to buy props unfortunately (not that it being a bar is a bad thing, mind you). The propstore gets its name from the fact that it's built and decorated with various props (presumably no longer used) taken from the National Theatre. It's an odd mix of patterned steel, battered mismatched wooden furniture, and the odd bicycle or two. Still, it's worth checking out for the atmosphere and it's a great spot to camp out with a cold beer and hot pulled pork to watch the world go by.
The beer menu is extremely limited with a lager, a pale ale, and a cider comprising the full offering. I think wine is probably also limited to simply red or white. Foodwise, you can choose from a handful of things but it's the pulled pork that really looks like its worth a go.
There is plentiful seating given the size of the bar and even tables outside, but it's also highly popular with tourists so snap up what seats you can in a hurry. I would note that as they only serve you in plastic pint glasses, you should feel free to take your drink and go (in fact there is a sign advertising just that). Which means you can enjoy said beverage on the river's edge or in the gardens above.
Overall, I doubt I'd make a trip there just for this, but when waiting for friends near southbank there are few better spots. read more