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The Grapes

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    Ierax H.
    "Great traditional pub, ideal spot for summer."(2 Tips)
    Katerina B.
    "Pub quiz with Ian 🙂"(2 Tips)
    Clea R.
    "Lovely outside deck in summer with views of the Thames."(5 Tips)
    Christian
    "Authentic and laid back pub, great Sunday roast and Fish and chips."(4 Tips)
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  • Natalie C.heart icon on user image
    Natalie ClarkeDecember 22, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Super tiny and cosy pub right next to the Thames. Lovely little deck out the back which has great views of the river and city skyline. It gets busy so arrive early if you want a seat.
  • Jonathan W.heart icon on user image
    Jonathan WeirSeptember 11, 2016
    Don't forget to take a look at the balcony - the in-out of the tide is quite spectacular. It comes right up against the buildings, you could almost be on a boat! The pub food is also excellent.
  • Ian A.heart icon on user image
    Ian AgarOctober 4, 2013
    This place is a living piece of history and well worth a visit just to feel like a Victorian merchant while you quaff your ale. Make it out onto the decking area for an amazing vista to drink to.
  • Francesca M.heart icon on user image
    Francesca MackenzieJuly 15, 2017
    Cosy friendly small pub, been here since 1584! Great ales with guest ales. Great bar food - the pie of the day was fab and with huge chips, for around £8.50.
  • Clea R.
    Clea RomeoAugust 29, 2015
    Lovely outside deck in summer with views of the Thames. Gandalf's staff is behind the bar!
  • Mark T.heart icon on user image
    Mark TurnerSeptember 2, 2016
    Been here 25+ times
    Often not much room to sit, always very busy Monday night (quiz night), the food is great, makes things difficult to eat. Beer is fine. Is not kid friendly, local bi-laws means strictly no under 18s.
  • Londonist
    LondonistNovember 26, 2011
    The veranda is definitely worth a visit if you can get out there. Wonderful views across the Thames; decent beer too.
  • Federico G.heart icon on user image
    Federico GuardiaNovember 3, 2017
    Check our Gandalf's staff behind the bar and go outside for a great view of the Thames.
  • The Guardian
    The GuardianApril 26, 2012
    "With its wood panelling, handsome floorboards and oil paintings, this is a forgotten, tiny fragment of Victorian London hidden in the shadows of Canary Wharf's ominous skyscrapers..." Read more
  • Christopher K.heart icon on user image
    Christopher KellyJune 1, 2014
    Every time I've has the pork Sunday lunch it has been spot on. Served quickly and tastes fantastic.
  • Ed H.heart icon on user image
    Ed HammertonAugust 30, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Seriously good fish, chips and mashed peas. In fact, anything with their chips is delicious
  • Katerina B.heart icon on user image
    Katerina BristNovember 21, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Pub quiz with Ian 🙂
  • Aled J.
    Aled JonesJanuary 12, 2011
    Wonderful old school pub. Beautifully kept bitters, great service, wonderful balcony overlooking the river. An absolute delight. Food (upstairs) is also good.
  • Christianheart icon on user image
    ChristianSeptember 26, 2021
    Authentic and laid back pub, great Sunday roast and Fish and chips.
  • Colm L.
    Colm LinehanSeptember 7, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Great characterful pub which is dog friendly. Try the Doom Bar ale
  • Simon S.heart icon on user image
    Simon SaintMarch 8, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    The Sunday roast (of any persuasion) is great, but get here early as it fills up fast!
  • Zsolt C.heart icon on user image
    Zsolt CsapkayOctober 2, 2022
    Cozy pub. Good food. Fun pub quiz on Mondays.
  • Luke S.heart icon on user image
    Luke SpencerSeptember 29, 2013
    Great little pub, right on the river. Well-kept ales and excellent food. Highly recommended! http://www.thegrapes.co.uk
  • Valerie M.heart icon on user image
    Valerie McCallumMarch 18, 2016
    Lovely pub. My little dog was very welcome and the food was great.
  • Antonio P.heart icon on user image
    Antonio PratasMarch 24, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Very authentic pub with an amazing view of the river
  • Sebastian O.heart icon on user image
    Sebastian OstmanAugust 9, 2014
    Very cosy, old English pub. Oozing with character and history. They don't come better than this.
  • Susan H.heart icon on user image
    Susan HobbsNovember 24, 2014
    Sir Ian's Shepard's Pie is delicious. Gandalf approved.
  • Ierax H.heart icon on user image
    Ierax HolargeusFebruary 17, 2022
    Great traditional pub, ideal spot for summer. Really good Sunday roast.
  • Nevyn M.heart icon on user image
    Nevyn McAnfernyOctober 29, 2015
    A pint of whitebait is no mean feat, but by heck it's tasty.
  • Michel T.heart icon on user image
    Michel TardyNovember 11, 2018
    Been here 25+ times
    Lovely little pub with an outdoor area
  • Peter F.heart icon on user image
    Peter FosterJuly 22, 2016
    Get here early seating is at a premium.
  • Peter R.heart icon on user image
    Peter RobinsonFebruary 16, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    Service is great since the change of ownership and the Sunday roast is great!
  • John M.
    John MasonApril 21, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    It's amazing that Simon Rowland can check in to the pub when it's closed! Well done fella...
  • Chris B.
    Chris BeachOctober 30, 2011
    Quaint little pub - Charles Dickens used to frequent. Great roasts at Sunday lunchtime. On other nights, a cracking seafood restaurant
  • Ceara P.heart icon on user image
    Ceara PixieMay 30, 2016
    Hidden gem, nice traditional pub.
  • HISTORY UK
    HISTORY UKFebruary 14, 2011
    This pub was built in 1720 on the site of an older tavern. As a boy Charles Dickens, who used to visit his godfather who lived nearby, was made to stand on a table and sing to the patrons.
  • Renate K.heart icon on user image
    Renate KellnerDecember 12, 2019
    Best fish&chips I ever had!
  • Ian A.heart icon on user image
    Ian AgarMay 10, 2014
    I ordered a coffee (don't hate me) which was my first mistake. It was very weak. I politely asked at the bar to have it done again, feeling super-awkward, and the barmaid was incredibly rude.
  • Nick B.heart icon on user image
    Nick BrackenburyMarch 11, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Delicious sunday roast that is served up faster than you can say "sunday roast"
  • Dertie B.
    Dertie BixonMarch 1, 2016
    Popular quiz on a Monday night. Arrive early!
  • Rick B.
    Rick BarsMay 22, 2013
    Slow staff but great pub. Well kept ale. Serious chips!
  • Kristal K.
    Kristal KnightAugust 17, 2012
    Amazing fish and chips. But don't tell anyone... Let's keep this place our little secret...
  • Iban B.heart icon on user image
    Iban BlancoDecember 3, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    My local pub... Love it!
  • Catalyina R.heart icon on user image
    Catalyina RamosAugust 30, 2019
    Great Fish & chips and Beer!
  • Robin S.heart icon on user image
    Robin SaphraNovember 3, 2012
    The fish and chips is twice as good as at The Narrow an half the price
  • Pawel C.heart icon on user image
    Pawel ChudzinskiOctober 6, 2018
    Food and feel
  • Maxim I.heart icon on user image
    Maxim IMay 18, 2013
    Great food, cosy atmosphere.
  • Martin S.heart icon on user image
    Martin StevensNovember 7, 2015
    Lovely little pub
  • Geoffrey
    GeoffreyApril 28, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Lovely pub, amazing chips
  • Maria V.heart icon on user image
    Maria VFebruary 1, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    The best burger ever!
  • Gabrielheart icon on user image
    GabrielJanuary 20, 2018
    Fish and chips
  • Kris G.heart icon on user image
    Kris GostynskiAugust 1, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Pie and chips
  • Stewart D.heart icon on user image
    Stewart D 190512December 6, 2014
    The company
  • Ekaterina S.
    Ekaterina SkorobogatovaJanuary 28, 2016
    the one at lymehouse
  • Travis G.heart icon on user image
    Travis GanzJanuary 20, 2022
    Fisha and chips
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