please note - reviews on this site are purely the opinion of site visitors, so don't take them too seriously.
Understand that it's closing for a full refurb & refit for 2 weeks in September and that a full food service will be available upon reopening. Looking forward to trying it out.
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Very interesting pub small group off 5 locals and barmaid scan me totaly while i drank my ipa g king . The atmosphere very strange . Not going back in hurry
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I agree with Theoperator and didn't make that clear in my previous note. Boris Vian could have been describing this pub when in 'The Heartsnatcher' he refers to "a semicircle of dark, hostile backs". Somewhere that only a few weeks ago was welcoming enough has turned into an extremely unwelcoming pub. I finished my drink and left.
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Once a great place to go for a Sunday roast, this place has recently changed hands. I don't doubt the new owners have improved several areas of the establishment, but they neglected to continue any sort of food provision. Additionally, I don't think I've ever felt so unwelcome in any pub in my entire life before. The atmosphere practically hits you in the face when you walk in. I didn't finish my (warm) drink. I won't be returning again. I hope Kev has moved to another pub and continues his escellent food. I'll be searching for such a place.
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This pub has now developed to cater largely for the local Irish community. As most pubs in the area cater for wiggas and underage yobs this is a distinct improvement, however although this pub is a cosy enough place if you are not Irish you may not find it is to your taste, and the only ale is Greene King IPA.
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Now under new management with comfortable seating at both ends and some live music. Downsides? The only beer is Greene King IPA. No more Kev, either.
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Currently closed, sign removed.
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Not the most promising location but this former Morlands pub now getting its beer from Greene King is a genuine local with a charismatic landlord who cares about the beer, the food and the pub. If anything there are too many pubs in the Fairfield area and a lot of them are mediocre, but not this one. The Park Tavern is nearer Richmond Park but apart from that there is not a lot of difference between the two.
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What can I say honest Kev but 'I'm stuffed'. There was enough on my plate to feed a small child. I'll be back.
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This is almost a really great pub. Its has some really big positives:
- Great Landlord - always makes you feel welcome & generally comes across as a lovely bloke
- Committment to decent cask ales (the Rev James on recently was superb)
- Very generous Sunday lunches
There are a few things that need improving though:
- Turn the TV off! The last thing I want to do when I go to the pub is watch bloody Eastenders! I suspect the TV is on to make up for the lack of punters (but it could be one of the reasons people stay away)
- Keep the adjoining door between the bar & the hall shut. The toilets are always clean but I don't want to smell bleach over my pint!
- I reckon maybe you could tip the balance in favour of quality over quantity on the food. Its good but could be better and I was probably served about a kilo of beef last time!
Don't get me wrong - this pub is well worth a visit. I just feel it could be even better with a few changes.
anonymous - 12 Mar 2006 11:16 |
I go to this pub about once a month with some mates: the landlord Kev is friendly, the beer's reliable, the food is tasty and you get loads of it, we quite fancy one of the barmaids, and in the week it's generally quiet and a good place for a talk. If anything it's a bit too quiet - we wonder where Kev makes his money - but the place has a friendly snug atmosphere and a reliable crowd who show up when there's a football game on: they seem to come down from the Cambridge Estate, which is notoriously rough but has never given us any problems. I had a great time there during Euro 2004 and am hoping to do the same for the 2006 World Cup.
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Kev told me today that PremPlus games would be shown from 1st Sept. This is just another good reason to visit one of Kingston`s best pubs.
I liked the atmosphere and was impressed by the beer, didn`t have the opportunity to try the food which is always well spoken of.
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Excellent food chez Kev, beer is variable and deliveries seem to be a problem.
Fish is recommended. Vegetarians specially catered for.
One word of warning, check if AFC Wimbledon are at home before visiting, as it gets crowded from 12:00-14:30 Saturday match days and only a restricted (but good)menu is served.
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Lovely atmosphere, cute pub cat, friendly and welcoming, good beer, decent prices
Please can you move to New Malden? We need a decent pub! x x
Jane - 17 Aug 2004 11:40 |
The food is fantastic, particularly the fish. This unfortunately is only one of a few strengths - the other being the landlord (Kev I believe) and some lovely and friendly staff. It may need to reinvent itself as it is slightly off the beaten track and take advantage of its culinary strengths!
Graham - 20 Nov 2003 18:40 |
the landlord HONEST Kev does the most amazing food all home cooked.
his sunday roasts are quite
a legend! Very generous portions whatever you chose to eat also ther is an extremely good selection of beers,lager,ale bitter etc.as for the food the menu is quite extensive and regulary updated.open fire to match the atmosphere and welcome you always recieve i totally recommend this boozer......
Tony Achenbach - 24 Oct 2003 18:42 |
I live less than a minutes walk from Kev's, and so far he has never let me down. His food is varied and delicious, and the portions are huge! The atmosphere is friendly and the staff are always sociable. Worth a visit.
Paul - 9 Jan 2003 12:41 |
We turned up yesterday with a party of 15, no notice, and Big Kev still came through. Wicked dinner, everyone had a laugh, and for only the second time I managed to clear my plate!
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Dirty ashtrays on entering at opening time,badly tuned local radio as background music.didn't get as far as the food.
Mori - 10 Dec 2002 15:41 |
The chef is very polite and willing to alter the menu on individual request. Very warm and friendly pub
Nina - 10 Dec 2002 15:18 |
We live right near by, and a weekend without one of Big Kevs fantastic roast just ain't right. THE best roast in town!
Ken Ku-Chih - 10 Dec 2002 15:00 |
Didn't have any food but it looked lovely, the chef/landlord has apparently won awards for the meals they do there. Quite pricey, but likely to be worth it.
anne - 16 Oct 2002 15:31 |
