This really has to be my favourite place to eat. I was introduced to it by a friend who took me…read morethere for lunch and I was astounded by the quality and quantity of food for a pub. I decided to take my husband and daughter there for dinner on his birthday and it couldn't have been better. The choice of food is amazing from traditional English fare to moules marinieres and fajitas and served beautifully. I am so glad we didn't have a starter because we were so overwhelmed by the size of the dinner, we would have been hard pushed to get through even half of it. However, I did see the starters and I think if I were to have one it would be starter and dessert! The desserts are wonderful ... to die for as they say. The staff are really pleasant and welcoming and the ambience of the place is typical country pub - dried hops hanging from the ceilings and in the evenings, candlelit tables. I'm surprised it hasn't been reviewed on here yet - trying to get a table here on the day you want to eat is very difficult unless you like eating at 9.30pm! I can't recommend it highly enough for either pub lunches or their restaurant for dinner. The wine list is also very good. If you're in the area, don't miss out, give it a go!

A great village pub on the green in a lovely Kent village. Lots of atmosphere with friendly…read morewelcoming staff. A comprehensive menu of well presented food. Ample parking on site. Has a great range of alcohol free beverages. Easy web site for quick bookings. Great tasting food. Reasonable prices. Takes credit cards.

I used to live in nearby Calvert Road so this was my local for some years. I still pop in from time…read moreto time though, as I can vary my journey home by getting off at Maze Hill station (about five minutes walk away). The Vanbrugh is staffed by a young group of people who are, on the whole pretty friendly and welcoming, and it attracts many regulars. The rear section of the pub is more of a restaurant - part of which is under a canopy (bit chilly in the winter). Food is probably above your usual pub grub - with a variety of specials. At the back there is a garden/patio - a petition to Greenwich Council to open it up for customer use has been sitting on the bar for some months. As for entertainment, think recorded music, some live music from time to time, and a TV screen in one corner, plus pub quizes.

We have holed up in this comfortable local pub, food and drinks are fantastic as is the service and…read morewelcoming kindness of the staff. Worth putting on your travel plans when visiting this area.

We went there on a rainy day, so it was empty except for two other customers. We Ordered bangers…read moreand mash which were pretty good, the steak and kidney pie was good, also chicken korma but the pasta in the lasagne was disappointing because the pasta was hard and dry however overall the food was OK not fantastic. The staff were very friendly too The park around it, had ducks and chickens and a playground so its very family friendly.

This is quite a small, local pub with a friendly atmosphere. It has two bars, a public bar and a…read moreSaloon bar, the decor inside is quite dated and could do with a bit of a refurb, but somehow this fits in with the character of the place. There is a conservatory at the back and a large beer garden for kids to play in. At Christmas they dedicate an area to a big grotto kind of thing to raise money for charity, which is really nice. Quite a big parking area outside, it is on a narrow country lane and quite hard to find unless you know its there. It is in a nice countryside location but a little but run down. Worth popping in for a pint as it does have a homely feel to it, and there's not much else in the immediate vicinity.

The Running Horses is a pub which despite difficult economic circumstances is thriving in recent…read moretimes. This is for a number of reasons. Firstly the place has had a complete refurbishment which represents a physical manifestation of the effort the owners put into running the place and ensuring the customers have a good time. The pub has a very reasonably priced menu. Two meals for a tenner is a popular attraction at lunchtime as it is ideal for meeting up with a friend. Their delicious carvery which is open weekdays and weekends is another reason for visiting. I have always enjoyed Sunday lunch here however it is essential to book a table. In my eyes parking is another attraction of the pub. There is ample space in the car park at the back however avoid the temptation to park in the street as it is charged via a ticket machine. I have also enjoyed many a pint in their front garden during the summer and on days with good weather there is a real buzz about the place. There is even a smoking shelter with a little shelf to put your drink which I feel is a nice touch. Drinking inside is pleasant too. The random paraphernalia on the walls and shelves add character, I particularly like the model ship which sits on the windowsill. The pub is "over 21s only" too which helps put my mind at rest and enjoy the company of more mature people without the "young'uns" making a nuisance of themselves. It's well worth bringing ID, even if you are over 21 as when I went, many people were turned away for not being able to prove they were over 21. This, in my opinion, has to be the best pub in Erith.

We often eat at the carvery on sundays. I don't know why this place has had some bad reviews as we…read morehave always been more than happy. Unlike some other carverys the meat is plentiful and the roast potatoes are the best I have ever tasted. It can get a bit hectic when it is busy but the staff do the best they can. I would definitely recommend a visit.

I love this pub. It's one of our locals and the atmosphere is always happy and friendly. It's a…read morecozy gastropub with a nice mix of furniture/modern decoration and very dog friendly! Good drinks menu with a good selection of interesting cask ales.The food menu looks so great but I haven't eaten here yet (probably because it's a little pricey if I'm honest). They have a pub quiz on Tuesdays at 8pm, which I want to try out sometime! Location wise it faces the heath which makes it so enjoyable sitting by the window looking out.

First time here and it was for lunch on a Sunday, I do actually feel I was missing the accessory of…read morea baby or a dog (kudos as dog friendly), definitely a young family place (with a few group of friends thrown in for good measure), but don't worry even if you didn't have the latest must haves - it's well worth a visit I love the style of this place, light from the large windows overlooking the blackheath and the conservatory at the back gives a funky ambience. It got v busy around lunch time and we had to wait a while for our food (although they were v nice about it and we were offered compliementary drinks). I just wish it was worth the wait, the salad was fresh and ok, just boring....green iceberg lettuce a couple of red pepper slices with a few more ingredients which all would have been great if only it came with dressing, or even some condiments that you could choose yourself - ketchup or mustard didn't really go Only had a couple of drinks here, g&t was good (well known brands as standard and not the cheap stuff), but don't go for the house wine (I actually left mine - which is rare) but they do have other wines by the glass that are deffo worth drinking Even though food wasn't the best and I will have to pay a bit more for the wine (nothing new for me :) )....I will definitely come back, it's just such a great feeling pub...it just makes you want to stay for the whole Sunday

I had a meal in Culpeper's restaurant to trial our wedding menu choices. The restaurant is located…read morewithin Chilston Park Country House Hotel and so it is a lovely setting. The restaurant's a-la-carte menu is not extensive so if your fussy then look on their website before you go as we are vegetarians and there is limited choice. Saying that the food is absolutely amazing and puddings are to die for! A good place to chose if you have a very special occassion to celebrate.

Excellent food at great prices. The Kings head 8oz burger is to die for. The family held the…read moreomelette, cottage pie, cod and pickle sandwiches in high regards. The portions are very generous for the price. Waitress was very friendly. Would highly recommend to others.

I have visited this location several times over the past couple of years. I have been to this pub…read moreduring the day and during the night. During the day I have eaten here with my family. The prices of the food was excellent and the quality of the food was excellent. They do children's meals here too which is great. The staff were extremely friendly. During my night-time visits I have always found the music to be great and very up to date. The drink prices were very good too and they often had deals.