We were seated indoors with a great view of the river. Our food and drinks were great. However, service was much slower and less attentive than I would expect. I really liked the location of this Young's owned restaurant, but the overall experience did not live up to our expectations. read more

The location and service were very nice. The food is okay. I made the mistake of ordering a salad, and it was not really a salad in my view, but it was okay. I thought it sweet that they allow dogs, and the view of the water is very nice. read more

The location and restaurant was so inviting and nice. Had traditional Fish & Chips, it was so delicious. A pint of Fosters. So cold & tasty. This was the first place we ate after arriving in Chelsea. Our hotel recommended this restaurant, my family really enjoyed it. The vibe in the restaurant was nice and relaxing, outside you had a view of boats, a patio with tables to sit at. The river and architecture is the old mixed in with the new. Chelsea is a really nice area, restaurant's and shops all around the area. read more

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I've been coming here for the summer as I have family in the area, the food and beer are nice but one thing that's sticks out is the beautiful warm hearted Jeanette who always make my family feel at home and special, a true asset to any business read more

We spotted this gastropub along the river whilst out exploring our new neighborhood and dropped in for lunch over the weekend. Waterside has a split level setup and outdoors seating that overlooks the river. I'd imagine the patio would be lovely on a nice afternoon. Inside there is bar seating, some cozy fireside tables, lower level seating inside from the river walk and a top deck as well. My wife got an ale and I had a lager. As it was Sunday, we both had the roasts. Chicken for the lady and pork belly for me. That kind of rib sticking meal was just perfect for my taste. I loved the Yorkshire pudding and all the veggies that came with the succulent swine. While I enjoyed it, things were a bit heavy for my wife. She pretty much picked at this and that. Typical. It appears that Waterside does spatchcocked chicken too, and I suggested she gets that on future visits. Service was friendly and I'm sure we'll be back often. read more

Part of an exclusive and expensive housing and apartment complex on the river Thames in Fulham is the Waterside. A Young's owned pub that promises much and doesn't quite live up to the glamour that surrounds it. A modern split level pub / wine bar that has a top floor for eating, a ground floor as a bar area / eating and a lower level that has access to the river side and an outdoor area with seats and umbrella's etc. Modern and almost flashy this place could be so much more, I have visited here on many occasions and I like it but keep wanting to be impressed. It has everything it needs to be a great place to un-wind and have a good night out but just fails on the service that so many managed houses suffer from. Superb location, modern and comfortable, it just needs someone to take it to the next level and this will ensure that this place lives up to its surroundings. read more

The Waterside - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Beautiful setting along the river. Absolute 5 stars for the ambiance and view. 2 outdoor seating areas and a beautiful indoor dining room. As for food, I'd give it 4 stars. The fish and chips were great. Super crispy flavorful batter and the chips were just how I like them - crispy outside and soft inside. My husband had he eggs and ham which was also delicious. Glazing on the ham was sweet and the eggs were perfectly over medium. As for service....zero stars. We were initially told to take a seat outside by a bartender. After wandering around we finally found a table. We sat for approx 15 min and no servers came to our table. We decided to move inside. We were told to sit wherever, again by a bartender as there is no hostess. We took a seat....waited approx 5 min then were told that table was reserved. We should have left at this point.....but we moved to their "suggested table". After finally ordering drinks....it took about 10 minutes for our pints to arrive. Food came quickly, and again it was very good. But we didn't see our server again for another half hour/40 minutes. So sad to have such poor service.....could have been great. read more

Very very late review, but I came here last year on my trip with friends to London. We rented a flat inside the Imperial Wharf complex and frequented the Waterside for a quick bite before heading off to do whatever we were doing around town. It was actually the first place we came across to eat at when we got settled into our flat because we were too lazy to cook or go any further than a few steps away from our flat LOL! The restaurant is filled with friendly and helpful staff and it has an awesome view of the river! We really liked the place, the decor was really trendy and cozy, the split level and outdoor seating decor was awesome! The food was pretty good too! They had this cheese dip thing, I don't even remember what it's called now, but it was just this round plate of melted goodness; I still crave it sometimes! Wish we had places like this in the states... read more

I was a bit hesitant to go here, as the reviews weren't stellar, but when the pub down the street was jam-packed I decided to give it a go. Really glad I did. The bartender was happy to seat me outside, right by the water. Made for a nice, relaxing end to an otherwise hectic day. He opened a tab for me and said I'd need to order at the bar, but actually ended up taking my order at my table when he came back with my cider, which was nice. It took forever for the food to come out. I didn't really understand the excuse one of the servers gave me, but my food came right out afterwards. I fortunately only had bread to start, so I wasn't too annoyed that it arrived with my main. Consider yourselves lucky, Waterside! I had the ironed chicken. It's up there with some of the juiciest grilled chicken I've had, and the seasoning was perfect. Really pleased with the slaw as well. Nothing worse than some cabbage and carrots swimming in mayo, but the mayo was light on this one, so it was actually enjoyable. As for the corn on the cob, most restaurants see it as a bit of an afterthought, but obviously not here. It was super-tender and charred just enough to give it some additional flavour. Chips were perfectly crispy too, just the way I like 'em. I'd come back next time I'm in the area. It's kind of a wasteland over there, so splurge a bit and get some killer views and killer food. read more

This place is good if you want a quick drink, but I would definitely skip it when it comes to meal. I had the steak as the entree and it came out cold, not even a little warm. The server was not that attentive where I could grab his attention to inform him. By the time he came back I had a dish full of carrots and a chips that were long gone. read more

I've been to The Waterside a few times and always found that it does what it says on the tin. The food is ok. I've never been blown away by the food and have found the gluten-free choices quite limiting. However, as pubs go, it has a nice ambience, plenty of room and is well located close to Imperial Wharf station with views of the river. read more

Located at Imperial Wharf beside high-end residential apartments, best aspect is waterside view of private yachts. Food below average- fish ok, chicken dry, steak tough unchewable. Skip the food, keep to beer that can't go wrong. read more

Pleased to say that The Waterside is much improved since my last review (a few years ago). A recent refurbishment has improved the setting and makes you feel at home and cosy. They seem to have made good progress on the food and I will be sure to check out the Sunday Roast. They also have a space that you can use for business including a printer if required. Give it a go if you are in the area. read more

I am not sure how anyone would come across this place by chance. I have been here twice now, both times because I was visiting people working in Chelsea Harbour. The pub/bar is pleasant enough, but what makes it really special is the outdoors seating right by the river. We enjoyed a lovely lunch on a sunny Autumn day - very blustery, especially every time a helicopter landed on the opposite river bank. The food is very tasy, nothing special, your usual gastro pub grub. Customers are predominantly staff from the nearby offices, intersperced with well to do folk staying at one of the area's posh hotels. It's a bit weird holding a business conversation with a lovely blonde snogging her sugar daddy right next to you We were lucky the very switched on waiter was responsible for our table, and not the weird girl who sulked when we admitted already having placed our order with the former. Was she actually working here or just posing as a waitress? PS according to the bill this is a Young's Pub, even though it has more of a bar feel to it. read more

Menu is very short and not fresh , cook to chill. Was told by manger we could not eat outside in the beautiful warm sunshine as the building would full apart .... ???????????? .This person needs retraining as no managerial skills at all. Dear young's brewery this place was fantastic but now gone down hill to a point of not caring. read more

The location is great right on the river and the views are good. NOT a GASTRO pub! The beer is Youngs. The food has gone downhill. Typical Young's menu but not well prepared and smaller portions than other Youngs pubs. Has a very greasy Cod and Chips there last week. Also the Chicken and Mushroom pie was poor. Very disappointing because the venue is excellent. It can can a bit rowdy at times, seems to attract a youth crowd at times. read more

Live at Imperial Wharf and have been to the Waterside a few times. Biggest positive is the outdoor riverside seating on sunny days. Can't complain about the food. Burgers and fries are top notch and Sunday roast hits the spot. The staff are not the best as they always seem to be mad busy and lack attentiveness...even when it's not packed. I'm not sure how to describe the social scene though...there really isn't one type of crowd there...just a mix (residents, local workers, wag wannabes, football fans). read more

You pay top dollar for drinks in this pub for the gorgeous Riverside view. The clientele appear to be well dressed and friendly. There is an underground car park opposite that you can park for free in if you get your ticket stamped at the bar. read more

great location right on the river and chilled atmosphere. Used by locals and workers alike. Staff friendly enough, all in all middle of road pub in nice location read more