The Princess Of Wales

You'll find yourself on Montpelier Row, that lovely stretch of Georgian terraces that makes Blackheath Village feel properly established, and The Princess Of Wales slots in naturally amongst the independent shops and cafes. It's got that rare thing: a pub that doesn't need to try too hard. The bar's warm without being try-hard cosy, there's a genuine local crowd mixing with newcomers, and you get the sense the staff actually know what they're doing. The real ales rotate properly, and the kitchen turns out proper food—not pub food, actual food—which counts for something around here.