Latest reviews for Bars & Pubs in New Cross, London, United Kingdom

Royal George - going under by gard3n3r

gard3n3r — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 14:51:52 +0000

Review by gard3n3r

Rating: 2.00

Phone: 020 8692 2594

At one point in time i used to be a regular in this pub, i would make a nightly pilgrimage here from greenwich, alas no more, it used to be a loverly pub lots of regulars everyone knew everyone, and newcomers were always made to feel welcome, not the best range of beers in the world and god awful lager but the atmosphere more than made up for that. So what went wrong, we seemed to have a lot of different managers come into the place after our long standing Graham left. One or two really tried to make a go of it but in the end it just died a death, awful management,awful atmosphere as the new managers brought in there own friends and followers, driving out the regulars, so R.I.P the GeorgeAt one point in time i used to be a regular in this pub, i would make a nightly pilgrimage here from greenwich, alas no more, it used to be a loverly pub lots of regulars everyone knew everyone, and newcomers were always made to feel welcome, not the best range of beers in the world and god awful lager but the atmosphere more than made up for that. So what went wrong, we seemed to have a lot of different managers come into the place after our long standing Graham left. One or two really tried to make a go of it but in the end it just died a death, awful management,awful atmosphere as the new managers brought in there own friends and followers, driving out the regulars, so R.I.P the George

The Rosemary Branch - A quie place away from the madness of New Cross! by rich42uk

rich42uk — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 16:01:51 +0000

Review by rich42uk

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8692 2160

Tags: relaxed, friendly, food

Just along Lewisham Way from Goldsmith's, the Rosemary Branch is somewhat of an antithesis of the brash drinking dens of New Cross proper boasting a proper beer garden and a wide, open bar area.

Whilst never going to set the world alight, the Rosemary Branch does what it does well which is as a nice, quiet place for a pint with mates. The clientele is made up of locals and students and is generally friendly and relaxed.

Beers on tap are nothing particurlarly special, but they did (at my last visit) have Coors on draught which I thought was a bit of a novelty. Video jukebox too which was quite fun.Just along Lewisham Way from Goldsmith's, the Rosemary Branch is somewhat of an antithesis of the brash drinking dens of New Cross proper boasting a proper beer garden and a wide, open bar area.

Whilst never going to set the world alight, the Rosemary Branch does what it does well which is as a nice, quiet place for a pint with mates. The clientele is made up of locals and students and is generally friendly and relaxed.

Beers on tap are nothing particurlarly special, but they did (at my last visit) have Coors on draught which I thought was a bit of a novelty. Video jukebox too which was quite fun.

Walpole - One of New Cross' better haunts by rich42uk

rich42uk — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 13:48:31 +0000

Review by rich42uk

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 8692 2080

Tags: jazz, cool, live music

Whilst New Cross has plenty of places to drink, there's a somewhat huge variation in quality...

The Walpole is, however, quite a decent place and a darn sight better than many other pubs within staggering distance. Proximity to Goldsmith's College keeps the crowd fairly bohemian and hip whilst the food is often better than many of the dedicated eateries in New Cross.

Nice ambience inside which is only tempered by the fact that it is located on the A2 and as such the constant traffic drone means it's not the mos serene venue in town. There is a mini outside/smoking area out front too, but given the heavy traffic it's of limited appeal.Whilst New Cross has plenty of places to drink, there's a somewhat huge variation in quality...

The Walpole is, however, quite a decent place and a darn sight better than many other pubs within staggering distance. Proximity to Goldsmith's College keeps the crowd fairly bohemian and hip whilst the food is often better than many of the dedicated eateries in New Cross.

Nice ambience inside which is only tempered by the fact that it is located on the A2 and as such the constant traffic drone means it's not the mos serene venue in town. There is a mini outside/smoking area out front too, but given the heavy traffic it's of limited appeal.

Marquis Of Granby - Need scary Irish drunks in your life? Come here... by rich42uk

rich42uk — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 13:38:22 +0000

Review by rich42uk

Rating: 2.00

Phone: 020 8692 3140

Tags: pool, students, rock

Whilst you'd have thought the proximity to Goldsmith's College would've endowed the Marquis of Granby with some modicum of cool or at least a clean carpet goddammit, you'd have thought wrong...

No, the MoG is pure, unreconstructed SE London Irish warts n'all. All of this, of course, is fine in theory. Some of the best pubs, after all, are those that keep the traditional character (such as The Stagg off Great Georges Street in Dublin f'instance), but at times this place resembles an irresonsible daycare centre for drunks. Having an unmolested quiet pint is a hit and miss affair with the mere presence of students causing so much resentment to some of the regulars that the mere appearance of anyone not under 50 or from Galway can instantly spark a bit of ugly language and unwarranted attention.

The landlord himself is a decent enough type, but his wife seems to resent anyone daring to use the pub and support their livelihood. I've often seen her refuse service to newcomers on ground best known to her own stupid face.

It's a shame really as it's in a top spot and really has a lot of potential in it given a bit of TLC (hence the second star). Beers are all garden variety and a slightly tired pool table. No food either; you're better off going across the road to Walpole Arms which is in another class altogether!Whilst you'd have thought the proximity to Goldsmith's College would've endowed the Marquis of Granby with some modicum of cool or at least a clean carpet goddammit, you'd have thought wrong...

No, the MoG is pure, unreconstructed SE London Irish warts n'all. All of this, of course, is fine in theory. Some of the best pubs, after all, are those that keep the traditional character (such as The Stagg off Great Georges Street in Dublin f'instance), but at times this place resembles an irresonsible daycare centre for drunks. Having an unmolested quiet pint is a hit and miss affair with the mere presence of students causing so much resentment to some of the regulars that the mere appearance of anyone not under 50 or from Galway can instantly spark a bit of ugly language and unwarranted attention.

The landlord himself is a decent enough type, but his wife seems to resent anyone daring to use the pub and support their livelihood. I've often seen her refuse service to newcomers on ground best known to her own stupid face.

It's a shame really as it's in a top spot and really has a lot of potential in it given a bit of TLC (hence the second star). Beers are all garden variety and a slightly tired pool table. No food either; you're better off going across the road to Walpole Arms which is in another class altogether!