Harden's says

A smart refit lends a smart, brasserie vibe to the dining room at this traditional pub, on the lane down to Richmond’s picturesque waterfront. The makeover – in late 2019 – was by the Ram Pub Co, which is part of Young's. Few reports as yet on the rather posh-for-a-pub menu (they serve a selection of oysters for example), but on first impressions for a comfy get-together it looks like you could do much worse than a trip here.

survey result

Summary

£78
 ££££
3
Good
3
Good
4
Very Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“A lovely pub on Water Lane leading down to the Thames: now more of a restaurant than a pub” – a smart refit now lends a brasserie vibe to the dining room at this traditional boozer, off Richmond’s picturesque waterfront. The makeover – in late 2019 – was by the Ram Pub Co, which is part of Youngs. Few reports as yet on the rather posh-for-a-pub menu (they serve a selection of oysters, for example), but early feedback says it’s “the food is good, especially the fish”, and for a comfy yet relaxed get-together you could do much worse than a trip here.

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Restaurant details

No dress code

Prices

Availability 2 courses 3 courses coffee included service included
Lunch   £29.95

Traditional European menu

Starter Main Veggies Pudding
£14.90 £19.00 £5.00 £7.45
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £22.95
Filter Coffee £4.00
Extras  
Service 12.50%
10-12 Water Lane, London, TW9 1TJ
Opening hours
MondayCLOSED
TuesdayCLOSED
Wednesday12 pm‑11 pm
Thursday12 pm‑11 pm
Friday12 pm‑11 pm
Saturday12 pm‑11 pm
Sunday12 pm‑11 pm

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