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Cutty Sark

Riverside pub in Greenwich with proper Thames views, decent ale selection, and the kind of unpretentious vibe that actually rewards a visit.

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You're walking along Ballast Quay on the Greenwich waterfront, and suddenly you've stumbled into the kind of London pub that feels genuinely lived-in rather than designed for Instagram. Cutty Sark sits right by the water with views across the Thames that don't require you to pay £18 for a cocktail to enjoy them. Inside, it's all dark wood, low ceilings, and the sort of crowd that ranges from serious ale enthusiasts to families killing a Saturday afternoon. The food is straightforward—think pies and fish and chips—and it hits the spot without pretending to be something it isn't.

Known for

  • Thames riverside location with proper views
  • Well-curated real ale and cider selection
  • Traditional British pub food (pies, fish & chips)
  • Genuinely local crowd, not touristy
  • Dark wood interiors and historic pub character
4.5(3,534 reviews)
4-6 Ballast Quay, London SE10 9PD, UK