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The Old Thameside Inn

BarsLondon, ENG

4.4 out of 5 stars4.4(6,035 reviews)

Quick info

+44 20 7403 4243
Pickfords Wharf, Clink St, London SE1 9DG, United Kingdom

About The Old Thameside Inn

On Pickfords Wharf, The Old Thameside Inn is a pub set beside the Thames near Southwark Cathedral and Borough Market, with exposed brickwork and flagstone floors inside and a large terrace looking out over the river. The room is cavernous, and a table is generally findable even when the pub is moderately busy. Rather than ordering at the bar, drinks are brought to the table, with a range of Nicholson's beers on offer, including London Pride on tap. The pub operates on a walk-in basis, and the terrace adds outdoor space for taking in the river views.

Good to know

“Riverside pub with exposed brickwork and flagstone floors, plus large terrace with panoramic views.”

  • Reservations
    Walk-in only

Reviews

4.4/5
6,035 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention riverside outdoor seating, london pride on tap, fish and chips and halloumi fries.

5★
3,504
4★
1,710
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493
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132
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196

Customer Review Summary

The riverside view over the Thames draws the most consistent praise, with reviewers repeatedly citing the outside tables and terrace as the main appeal. Close behind is the service from named staff members (identified only by role here), who are singled out for warm, attentive recommendations on food and drink, including the fish and chips, sausage and mash, and local pale ale. Several also point to the range of beers on tap, including London Pride and Budvar. On food, opinions split: one reviewer calls a prawn and salmon cocktail with halloumi fries just "ok," while an American group praised the meal as the best of their London trip. A recurring gripe is pricing, with drinks called more expensive than nearby spots. One reviewer separately describes a distinct experience of an unfriendly server, dirty glassware they said left residue on their finger, and an aggressive reaction from bar staff after raising it. Most others describe finding a table easily even when busy, thanks to the pub's size.

Featured reviews

  • Google user
    “Cool location but if you can, avoid the place. The staff is incredibly rude. We ordered 2 drinks from the table and the waiter serving didn't even greet us, no smile, nothing, just unfriendly. Not sure if that's too much of an ask for a customer facing role. I could've enjoyed the same drinks for a fraction of the price without having to deal with someone's miserable attitude. On top of it, the glasses they serve the drinks in are very dirty. I just moved my finger over it and had the crust from the inside of the glass under my fingernail - potential health and safety issue maybe? When I brought it up, the person behind the bar was really aggressive with me and insulted me which was insane!”
  • Google user
    “We only had drinks at this place, so I can't say anything about the food. On the other hand, the location of the place is very nice, with a beautiful river view. I would go again.”
  • Google user
    “Table by the Thames outside was great. We were just here for drinks and a snack. Ok service time after ordering. Drinks were prompt and food a bit later. The King prawn and smoked Scottish salmon cocktail was heavily seasoned with mayo and cayenne. The shrimp were al dente. The Halloumi fries (a version of mozzarella sticks) were ok as well. Not great not terrible. Food just ok. Venue better.”
  • Google user
    “This pub has become a bit of a favourite for the partner and I when we're in London due to its great location on the river, it's incredible size, meaning that it's usually possible to find a table at moderately busy times of the week, and it generally has at least London pride on tap as well as real Budvar.”
  • Google user
    “I had a wonderful experience at Old Thameside last night, made truly special by Lakshmi’s outstanding service. From the moment we arrived, she was warm, attentive, and incredibly personable, ensuring everything ran seamlessly throughout our meal. Her knowledge of the menu was impressive, and her thoughtful recommendations were spot on. Lakshmi struck the perfect balance between being attentive without ever being intrusive, and her genuine friendliness made us feel so welcome and well looked after. She is a real credit to the team, and her professionalism and positive energy made our evening memorable. We’ll definitely be returning, thanks in no small part to her exceptional service. It's a beautiful pub, a real hidden gem right next to the river. Thank-you Lakshmi for giving us a warm welcome and outstanding service throughout the evening, very much appreciated.”

Location

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    fish and chips, riverside seating by thames, sunday roast

  • 0.5 mi£10–50Reservations

    chicken pie and mash, dickens history connection, slow service/wait times

  • 0.6 mi£10–30ReservationsTakeout

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