Chelsea pub and bar guide

Here's a guide to the pubs and bars of Chelsea - good or bad, we bring you the most talked about venues and the places you have to visit at least once. We've included a few user reviews, to give you an idea of what to expect when you get there. Or you can follow the links to see full details and all reviews for each pub.

The Surprise at Chelsea, Chelsea

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Address: 6, Christchurch Terrace, London, SW3 4AJ [map]
Phone: 020 7349 1821
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Nearest tube stations: Sloane Square (0.5 miles), South Kensington (0.8 miles)


Nearest train stations: Battersea Park (1 mile), London Victoria (1.1 miles), Queenstown Road Battersea (1.1 miles)


Reviews by BITE users:

Nice 'traditional' pub. Has nice quiet sections where you actually talk instead of fighting a sound system or blaring tv. Friendly staff, good beers, clean and tidy. Definately a place to go if you value the older pub and want to sit and talk with mates or your partner with no hassles
9 Feb 2006 22:30
Nice tucked away pub in the darkest depths of Chelsea...very agreeable surrondings in which to enjoy a tasty pint of London Pride or some other nice ale. Plenty of cheerful locals in, often a good sign.
12 Dec 2005 11:34
A nice local pub - well kept beer (Adnam's and Fullers) and clean toilets!

Friendly punters - all in all a good find.
7 Nov 2005 11:10

The Anglesea Arms, Chelsea

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Address: 15 Selwood Terrace, South Kensington, London, SW7 3QG [map]
Phone: 020 7373 7960
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Nearest tube stations: South Kensington (0.3 miles), Gloucester Road (0.4 miles), Earl's Court (0.8 miles)


Nearest train stations: West Brompton (0.9 miles), London Victoria (1.6 miles), Kensington Olympia (1.6 miles)


Reviews by BITE users:

Lovely old pub - won't comment on the locals as England were on TV ! - Brakspear was marvellous (better now than at Henley)
2 Jul 2006 19:38
This is a very popular pub. At times it gets very crowded, inside and out, and that obviously affects the level of service. I've always found the staff to be friendly and pretty efficient. It has a lot of character with it's 'snugs'. It can get quite smokey and noisy, but it has a lot of charm. I've not eaten in the restaurant but friends say the food is good. Always worth visiting (unless it's heaving inside)
9 Feb 2006 22:41
I find the staff very friendly. Particularly good as a lunchtime pub - when there are fewer suits in. And the beer's always well kept.
16 Nov 2005 11:29

The Pigs Ear, Chelsea

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Address: 35 Old Church Street, Chelsea, London, SW3 5BS [map]
Phone: 020 7352 2908
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Nearest tube stations: South Kensington (0.7 miles), Gloucester Road (0.9 miles), Sloane Square (0.9 miles)


Nearest train stations: West Brompton (1.1 miles), Battersea Park (1.4 miles), Queenstown Road Battersea (1.4 miles)


Reviews by BITE users:

Several pints of splendid, if expensive, Deuchars IPA lubricated a great afternoon and evening last Sunday. Light and airy place got progressively busier as the evening progressed, quite a mixed crowd of age and nationality in a Chelsea sort of way. High quality snacks (Burt's crisps, mixed nuts, olives) have a high price tag. Gastropub food looked really good but again requires a healthily filled wallet. Service was fine. Definitely worth a punt if you're in the King's Road area (who needs Henry J Bean and all that?) and are not on a budget
3 May 2006 00:00
A very nice pub. Beautiful refurb from The Front Page. Staff very friendly and efficient. Good beers and wines. Food in the bar is excellent. Thankfully the big screen only comes out for big events and is swung away otherwise. Selection of papers to read if you just fancy a quiet pint. Can get quite busy but not objectionable in my experience.
9 Feb 2006 22:47
The Pig's Ear from Uley is superb, and they do a pretty good Breton cider (by the glass or bottle).
16 Nov 2005 11:31

The Worlds End Distillery & Restaurant, Chelsea

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Address: 459 King's Road, Chelsea, London, SW10 0LR [map]
Phone: 020 7351 5834
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Nearest tube stations: Fulham Broadway (0.8 miles), South Kensington (0.9 miles), West Brompton (0.9 miles)


Nearest train stations: West Brompton (0.9 miles), Clapham Junction (1.3 miles), Queenstown Road Battersea (1.5 miles)


Reviews by BITE users:

Thrilled to see it beautifully refurbished, and suprised to here from the friendly bar staff about its amazing rock history. Apparently everyone from the Rolling Stones through to the Pistols, Romones and Led Zeppelin have played there.
20 Jul 2005 16:03
Went down on Tuesday - Quiz Night, with a few girls and had a great night! The food was fab, and atmosphere excellent. An overall fun night with nice, friendly people. Highly recommended and I will defiantly be going again.
19 Jul 2005 17:45
Went to this pub a year ago. What a difference it trully makes when a pub is transformed from a shabby ransack to a nice drinking venue. The tv's are a bit loud but the beer was pleasant and drinkable. Some of the locals were chatty enough. Its turned into a very nice pub. Well done.
11 Jul 2005 14:25

Finch's, Chelsea

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Address: 190, Fulham Rd, London, SW10 9PN [map]
Phone: 020 7351 5043
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Nearest tube stations: Gloucester Road (0.6 miles), West Brompton (0.7 miles), South Kensington (0.7 miles)


Nearest train stations: West Brompton (0.7 miles), Kensington Olympia (1.6 miles), Clapham Junction (1.6 miles)


Reviews by BITE users:

Previously a fine traditional pub, now has been "improved" to reflect the yuppie area. Still, it was a good pint of Youngs yesterday and there's still some splendid tiling remaining plus a large Bass mirror at the back. Lacks any real pubby atmosphere though, nevertheless. Worth visiting if in the area, but not one to linger in for a long time
9 Jan 2006 13:19
Great staff and good atmosphere. Clientele a decent social mix but sometimes the crowd is a bit young. Good beer but upset to see Youngs Export has disappeared. Like the walls opening onto the street during the summer.
12 Oct 2005 13:02
I came here and had a lovely pint of Youngs bitter. It really is nice to find a decent pint of youngs on a sunny afternoon. The staff were lovely and friendly and the locals chatty and full of advice on pubs in the area. Will definatly be back. Well done.
11 Jul 2005 14:28

The Lots Road Pub and Dining Room, Chelsea

Address: 114, Lots Rd, London, SW10 0RJ [map]
Phone: 020 7352 6645
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Nearest tube stations: Fulham Broadway (0.5 miles), Parsons Green (0.8 miles), West Brompton (0.8 miles)


Nearest train stations: West Brompton (0.9 miles), Clapham Junction (1.2 miles), Wandsworth Town (1.3 miles)


Reviews by BITE users:


Good food and selection of drink, reasonably priced - very much a gastropub, which aren't really my thing, but would certainly pop there for a meal.
19 Jun 2006 13:40
went there for sunday lunch with the family, was really impressed with the open plan kitchen - and the staff couldnt have been more friendly and helpful.
food was excellent, especially the sticky toffee pudding! they made us feel really welcome, unlike some pubs when you take a 2year old with you. will definately be back.
21 Nov 2005 16:02
Great food at reasonable prices. Friendly barstaff, very good gastropub
23 Oct 2005 15:23

The Builders Arms, Chelsea

Address: 13, Britten St, London, SW3 3TY [map]
Phone: 020 7349 9040
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Nearest tube stations: South Kensington (0.5 miles), Sloane Square (0.6 miles), Gloucester Road (0.8 miles)


Nearest train stations: London Victoria (1.2 miles), West Brompton (1.3 miles), Battersea Park (1.3 miles)


Reviews by BITE users:

Best Chicken and Leek Pie in the WORLD!!! Great wine list and brilliant service. Will definately be coming back for what will probably be another fantastic evening.
6 May 2006 12:29
Good beer, London Pride if my memory serves me right. Didn't try the good, although it had the ubiquitous Mediterranean slant to it. A pub for the beautiful (and idle) people. Swift and efficent service, but with some pretensions - hand me my change, you lunatic, don't pass it to me on a saucer.....
30 Aug 2005 16:31
Rah hell when busy, but then it is in the middle of Chelsea so can't really complain.

Good pub for a bite to eat and a couple of pints, but will be sure to wear pink shirt and blazer on my next visit to blend in more.
27 Jul 2005 12:34

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