Formerly O'Neills, Temperance is a recently refurbished quality gastropub, ideally located near Putney Bridge tube station, alongside the river (and start of the Oxford / Cambridge boat race!).
Set over two floors, the decor is a mixture of traditional and contemporary. Unusual, one off pieces of furniture are mixed in with standard bar stools. A black, metal ceiling is offset by wooden floorboards and candle-festooned tables.
The menu serves quality pub food, but where Temperance really comes into it's own is its quality Sunday Roasts. Lamb, Beef and chicken all feature as do gorgeous vegetarian gratins and a delicious, perfectly cooked salmon steak, served with crushed new potatoes and asparagus. They do recommend reserving a table for Sunday lunch, but I've found it easy to be seated if you're just a couple, without booking.
Service is friendly, but a little slow. The range is good, including organic and fruity beers (Fruli, plus apple and mango flavours) and a good range of spirits. A little pricey for an every day visit, but a good pub for a special occasion. read more