One of my favorite pub experiences while visiting London. The man at the door helped us find a table in a very crowded first floor room. We learned early on in London that pubs have dining rooms upstairs which usually require a reservation and then the bottom floor is for drinks and meals picked up from the bar. This visit was about stopping in for a pint and grabbing a bite to eat. After acquainting ourselves with the bar menu we ordered food at the bar and were served fairly quickly. All three of us enjoyed our meals but what was memorable for me was I had the best fish and chips here. The versions I had afterwards were not as tasty. The first floor was hoping and lively and loud so if you're looking for quiet this isn't it. Was great for people watching and hearing other people's conversations. And man, those fish and chips were good. Wish I could have gone back for seconds. read more

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Plenty of seating inside and outside. Very clean. The best beers, good vibes and kinship. Service is always fantastic and efficient. The fish n chips were my fav and the mushy peas were so good! read more

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Was really excited to visit White Cross, and maybe that's why I left wanting more. Place was very cute and inviting, but often times I felt very cramped even when the place wasn't busy. They were accommodating to a couple changes, we just wanted to try as much as possible. Burger was very flat in flavor and the bun wasn't great at all. The fish and chips were great though, was not disappointed with that at all. Seems like more of a place to time up high tide and have a couple pints vs having a nice meal. read more

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We had a great time at The White Cross pub. The food & drink were good, the service and location were great. Be prepared, when it's high tide you can get stuck because of the river water level. read more

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such a fun ambiance this past weekend! it was getting a bit chilly and the heaters came on outside and everyone was talking and drinking and eating in harmony. i wish the pub flooded that night but the restaurant can't control the tides haha. pints were on the pricier side but given the location, that makes sense. the sunday roast was one of the better one's i've had. i loved the yorkshire pudding the most, it was super fluffy yet moist and flavorful. was a great vessel to soak up the rich gravy from the roast. i wish there were a few more slices of beef and the carrot was a bit under. overall fun end to a day out in richmond read more

The White Cross - sunday roast - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Had a great pub lunch, it's been 30 years since we spent a summer here with our children, absolutely loved Richmond. When we saw this beautiful city featured on Ted Lasso it made us smile, and we decided to spend a day here when we were in London. Went to The White Cross for lunch and enjoyed it. Was it the best pub lunch we have had? No, but we enjoyed it. I had the Cumberland Sausage and it was ok but not as flavorful as Mother Mash. read more

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A landmark of Richmond directly on the river. Exceptionally cozy vibe. I got stuck in here during a downpour. Drank and ate the day away. Excellent sunday roast. Full of locals and tourists alike. Probably the finest pub in Richmond. read more

Great pub/restaurant, great food and good service, was a little loud, as to be expected, and bit hard to get a table especially for a large group, other than that it was a great time for me and my family. read more

First time visiting Richmond and I found this pub right on the river Thames. Traditional English pub with inside and outside areas to eat or drink. We quickly grabbed a few pints and went outside to sit down. For food we had the fish pie, lemon sole and ox cheek with blue cheese croquettes. Both main dishes were good and the chips were cooked perfectly. The croquettes were the low point, just mushy on the inside with no blue cheese flavor. All of the servers were friendly and quick. Side note, the pub is stuck in a COVID mode, and you can only order drinks and food from a QR code. But you also have to download their app. read more

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Had my first Pimm's cup here. Was very weloming, lovely ambiance and flooding. Would happily visit again.

The riverside view is quite nice, close, pleasant patio dining area, views from all the floors. The food is delicious. Reasonably priced. (£6.50 for a chicken sandwich, £5.50 for chips and smashed avocado). Good selection of wines and beer. See photos of menu. Be sure to order at the bar unless your seated in the dining room upstairs. Service is prompt and friendly. read more

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This was the second pub that I visited in Richmond, and one of the reasons is that it happens to be on the banks on the Thames. Okay, not strictly on the banks because there is a path between the pub and the river, however there is a decent garden out the back which offers a pretty decent view of the river and the parks thereabout. Not a huge selection of beers available though, which was a bit of a shame, but it still has a decent character about it, and the beer garden was also quite relaxing. While not a pub to go out of your way to check out, it is a decent one for the area. read more

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The beer was great the service was better. There was a drink the ladies had called "Pims" - we had meat 2 pitchers. read more

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I can't say too much about this place as I never even entered the establishment! It was such a nice sunny winter day we stood out the front enjoying the weather and fantastic views of the Thames and Richmond bridge. You also get to enjoy the steady flow of people walking along the river and as we had our dogs with us everyone was stopping for a pat of the dogs and a friendly chat. They had three youngs ales and I had a winter warmer which was a nice dark ale. I've heard the food is really good too, but be weary of high tide as you can get cut off! But I can think of worse places to be stranded! read more

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Nice place right on the river in Richmond. They have a nice outdoor area, where you can sit and watch the day go by. Quick trip inside to order drinks and food.... we had the lamb burger, which came with some fries (chips). Everything was good and fresh. Definitely a nice way to spend the afternoon. read more

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Located on the Riverside at Richmond along side 4 or 5 other "national" pubs this is a Young's pub that retains it's character and is more of a pub than the others it resides with. This area is the place to be in the summer and get's very busy with the "Richmond" set who want to be down on the river having fun and generally hanging out, drinking and being seen. With an o.k. but not large enough garden for you to sit in you will generally find it hard to get into and get served during those summer months but it also attracts custom in the colder months with people stooping here after a walk along the river for a pint and some food. Food is typical pub grub ranging from baguettes, wraps and baked potatoes from a fiver to soups, sharing platters. Salads and banger and mash, cottage pie for circa £9. If you fancy some fresh air and a walk, do stop off here and have a bite, alternatively it is a great place to people watch in the summer and chill out with friends. read more

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The White Cross has possibly the best location of any pub in the UK. Richmond riverside in the summer is lovely, and you can sit out in the beer garden as the water laps up over your feet at high tide. This place used to be blighted by a terrible landlord, but the recent change of management has really sorted out the decor and the service, and the food is excellent now. Young's ales always on tap - not the cheapest pub around, but worth paying for. Try to get a seat on the tiny balcony upstairs! read more

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Great location, if a little odd in shape the White Cross is a refreshing alternative to the Pitchers & Slugs in or around Richmond. Right on the banks of the River Thames (it is not uncommon for the front to suffer from tidal flooding and swans!), the pub is 2 mins walk from Richmond High Street and serves a variety of beers as well as good, traditional pub nosh at lunch times. One to try if you want something slightly different. read more

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My favourite pub in Richmond, and many other people's too, by the crowds. Right by the river with lots of space inside, outside, and upstairs (with some balconies). It's a super spot to grab a full pint glass, sit outside and watch people feed the geese. Watch the tide, though: it can come right up around the feet of those sitting outside. Forget the lame chain pubs just a stone's throw away. Food is good, but ordinary. There's a little kitchen are where you can lace your order (and pick up your hot food if you're getting what they're cooking). Plenty of ales and ciders on offer. It's genuine inside, nice old tables and a couple of rooms, nothing too modern. There's a very friendly feeling from staff. It can get very busy, though. read more

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With a picture perfect setting, the White Cross was seemingly built for a summer Sunday at the pub, enjoying the sun and watching the boats go by on the river. On the other hand, it seems like it could be warm and cozy enough to enjoy in the dead of winter, inside with some warm soup. We sat inside last night for dinner and I thoroughly enjoyed myself. Probably because of the awesome company, but also because of the delicious noms. I had the lamb shank, which came in a dish filled with redcurrant/mint sauce and was sweet and savoury to perfection. The roast potatoes and veg were also mighty tasty. It's been a while since I've had a Sunday roast, much less a good one. There wasn't much hanging around, as we had an Apprentice finale to watch (no judging), but I'd love to go back during the day for a lazy afternoon. Seems like the perfect spot for a jug of Pimm's with friends outdoors. read more

As a pub in itself, the White Cross appears to have little to mark it out as anything special on first glance. For me, though, two things push it up from a certain three stars to a deserved four. 1. The location. There are few better sights on a sunny day than a stretch of the Thames with pristine banks and splendid bridges. This place is a great place to sit and drink outside on a sunny afternoon. 2. The food. The service is quick and the quality is better than I expected. I heard good noises from across the table and even my simple sounding macaroni cheese really hit the spot. Not to mention the cheesecake afterwards. YUM. Give it a go. You won't be disappointed. read more

Great fun pub. Great selection off drinks. Food is really good. Go for a meat pie. We tried the steak and the chicken ones. Their pies are fantastic. The added bonus is if you sit long enough the tide rises and you get stuck there. Oh well, have another pint, the tide will be gone in an hour. Fun! read more

I think that the White Cross is a great pub for grabbing a beer with friends, munching on tasty snacks and possibly even dinner, and to experience the Richmond upon Thames vibe. It's laid back but clean and nice. It's party-appropriate but comfortable. It has the best location, but it's easy to find and get to. Now you just need a little luck to find a place to sit/stand on a sunny day and you're doing great. The staff was also nice and prices were good. I will definitely return! read more

I have to say my favorite pub in London! It is located along the river Thames near the Richmond upon Thames area. It has the perfect setting for a gorgeous day of people watching, watching boats along the river, and the pictures on yelp do it no justice! I loved all the pretty flowers, the outdoor seating, the indoor seating with the big windows. It's very open and airy, but I suggest sitting outside to really take in the scenery. We came for Sunday roast. You can slurp up the drippings with Yorkshie pudding. Apparently they run out, so it's a good thing we all got our share of Sunday roast. I got the chicken and my hubby got the roast. For sure I would suggest the roast. My friend and I got Pimms. This was my first time trying Pimms and it was wonderful! We never got a bill, so my understanding is you order at the bar and bring your food to your table. Outside tables are hard to find, but we got lucky. Sunday menu is what I suggest. Here it is: British 21 day aged sirloin of beef w. horseradish £131⁄2 Half roast chicken w. home made stuffing £121⁄2 Dingley Dell pork belly w. apple sauce £121⁄2 All our roasts are served w. home made double egg Yorkshire pudding, goose fat roasties, root vegetables, savoy cabbage & plenty of gravy Baked nut roast w. roast potatoes, vegetables & Yorkshire pudding (v) £12 Afterwards do yourself a favor and take a walk along the river and see the locals laying out in the sun, having a picnic, kids playing, and many people outside enjoying life. It's really a happy place to be. If I had seen this on yelp sooner, I would have taken more pics. read more

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My favourite riverside pub is gently located next to the gorgeous stone Richmond bridge and has an awe factor, especially for visitors such as myself. Particularly great on a Sunday when folks are out in full on the patio and others strolling along the Thames. I am a fan of their malty Young's Special ale as well as their stronger Bitter. Try the fish and chips, especially if it's cold out. Definitely avoid the ornery Rasta dude who sometimes hangs near the entrance, unfortunately he isn't too irie. read more

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Whilte the previous reviews are about the White Cross as an evening boozer, I have experienced it as a lovely place to enjoy a traditional Sunday lunch / afternoon tea. There just aren't enough places like this left in London! I usually avoid the row of prominent pubs/bars at this stretch of the Thames in Richmond. It can all get rather crowded in Summer, especially at the weekends. However, I have now completely changed my mind about the White Cross. We visited yesterday on an overcast Sunday afternoon, looking for a place to have coffee. Here we found just what we needed and ended up sharing a selection of delicious desserts and snacks. I can't wait to go back for a traditional Sunday lunch - the selection visible on the food counter looked and smelled delicious! read more

One of the best located pubs one can think of - right on the Thames bank in the upmarket suburb of Richmond, between the two bridges. The only downside with the location is if the tide is particularly high, you may get stranded until the water subsides. As a pub, it has the double attractions of a beer garden for summer and a upper room with fire for winter. The beers are always well kept, and include both Young's offerings (the owners) and guests. Service is friendly. The catering options are largely "pub grub", but well presented and with good portions and service, with the kitchens typically open till around 10pm, later than the average for pubs. I've been going back here for more years than I care to recall! read more

UPDATE: The food here was brilliant! Really stunning! i had a wonderful steak, but despite this I actually had food envy over my boyfriend's fish and chips.The fish was so big it didn't fit on the plate - judging by the other plates we saw, this wasn't a one off. Although, I do wish when he squeezed lemon juice onto his dinner, he hadn't managed to squirt straight into my eye. Ouch! UPDATE * I love this pub. I came here on Saturday after a very romantic picnic by the river. Despite it being the weekend, the cool breeze meant that there was enough space for us to sit in the garden. The garden has its own bar which is handy. I think we got here pretty early - 5 ish. Somehow, we didn't look at our watches again until gone 9! It's very easy to lose track of time here and watch the river and just chat and well, get drunk. I don't spend much time in Richmond and it's very easy to get to (especially from Waterloo) - I'll be spending much more time here over the summer and I'll definately come back. I just don't understand why there is a pillar in front of the doorway as soon as you walk into the ladies. Yes, it's probably stopping the building from falling down, but it really hurts when you walk into it. Every time. read more

The pub to check out in Richmond. It has the premier location just off the main street, near enough to the beautiful bridge. Youngs beer and reasonably good pub grub. The bar staff tend to rotate quite a bit and can be a little variable, but the beer is drinkable. There's plenty of seating to hang out with groups of friends, and the outdoor bar in the summer is a real bonus. If you're really lucky the tide will come up and prevent you leaving. If you've really had enough you can tip the local boatman to carry you ashore. If you're even luckier you can watch a mad man swim across the river and back again. Ok, I only saw this once but it was really funny. Good to see the pub crowd cheering him on. read more

Wonderful location, right on the banks of the Thames! Some nice outdoor seating, but (unsurprisingly) it was raining when I went here yesterday, so we sat upstairs. Loads of space for a large crowd of about 15 of us before the rugby, with a great view of the river out of the window. Then about a 30 minute walk to Twickenham for the rugby. The range of beers on tap could be enlarged, and the food was fine but not outstanding, but the location and views bumps it up to 4 stars. read more

The White Cross is right on the river which is its biggest advantage. In spring and summer, you can easily while away time in the front of the pub watching people on the river, families out for a walk, birdlife swimming and diving, and just enjoy the village feel of Richmond. The pub itself has many small rooms that connect via stairs and different corridors, and it can get very busy so you may find it hard to get a table. read more

Great location but the food is average. Had the meal deal there £25 for two mains & bottle of wine. Wine was cheap & nasty and the steak (extra £3) was ordinary and poorly cooked. Try harder next time. read more

It was a rainy Monday (I think) when I frequented the White Cross. Considering the name, I did not notice any religious affiliations with this pub. Anyways, I did enjoy the vast array of mirrorsand most importantly, the good food. For a picky (read: very) vegan, I did not complain. Not even a peep. I don't think I've met an 'adult beverage' I didn't like in the uk, and was surely not disappointed at this fine establishment. However, I think I got slightly lost trying to find the women's lavatoryBe wary of the signs! Friendly advice from the staff ensured a success story on my part. read more

My wife and I have had a great time twice here now. It's a gorgeous bar along the river, which I hear is great in the Summer. There's a great view if the bridge along the river and a friendly atmosphere. The staff are friendly and we absolutely loved the honey glazed sausages and London Pale Ale. If you're in richmond, it's definitely worth a visit. read more

Nice traditional pub overlooking the river in Richmond. We went on a Saturday, arrived at 12 for lunch and got a seat but it filled up pretty rapidly so think you'd need to arrive early at weekends. Guinness was good, lunch was typical pub grub, not amazing but not bad either. Nice traditional decor inside, seems to have retained the original character well. The best thing about the pub is location, fantastic views of the river, good outside seating area although it was brass monkeys the day we went. Clientelle were well to do Richmond types - lots of Daily Telegraphs compared to the Guardian reading mecca of North London that I'm used to. For a post-lunch walk climb the hill at the back towards Richmond Park, spectacular views over SW London and the Surrey countryside. read more

Excellent proper pub by the river. Fabulous in the summer on a hot day.

The best place for beers by the river in Richmond - that's not saying much as the other places are mainly big corporate chains - but is also a good pub in its own right, friendly inside and good quick service read more

A great place on the Thames and is always busy. I find that this place is great on a summer evening as i always enjoy the walk home along the Thames from here. Even if you dont like this place, then there are plenty of other pubs and bars in the area for you to go to. You wont really find a better place. Great friendly staff and some great seating areas, if you are lucky to get one, this is a fantastic place to go to after work. The food is great aswell. Im always getting the bangers and mash. Some really good gravy on it too. read more

Been here a couple of times and it's a pretty good pub. Loads of room - especially upstairs where tables can be pushed together to make room for big groups of friends. Staff friendly and plenty of food on the menu - lots of hearty dishes and not too pricey for the portion sizes of food which was mixed quality. Pub is right on the Thames and the nicest bit is upstairs on the tiny balcony area where you can look out at the river - especially when it's high tide and the bank floods and you get trapped in the pub! Would have been four stars cos of the exciting river thing, but gets a point knocked off for not selling chips. read more

Good traditional boozer that attracts an affluent crowd due its fantastic location. Great in the summertime, for hanging out by the river. Of course you can cruise the short strip of pubs nearby but i've never seen the need to move on from here. read more