The Boathouse

You're on Brewhouse Lane in Putney, where the Thames isn't far away and the vibe is proper local rather than trying too hard. The Boathouse does what a good pub should: serves decent beer, doesn't overthink the food, and gives you somewhere comfortable to actually sit and have a conversation. There's a real sense that regulars know this place well, but you won't feel like an outsider. The terrace is the real draw—it's where you'll find half of Putney on a decent evening, nursing a pint and pretending they're not checking their phones.