The Victoria Inn

You'll find yourself on Choumert Road in Peckham, where this place sits comfortably among the independent shops and proper local life. The Victoria Inn isn't trying to be anything other than a really good pub – the kind where people actually want to spend time, not just pass through. What sets it apart is the kitchen taking things seriously without losing that easy-going atmosphere; the food here punches well above your typical pub fare, and regulars come back for both the cooking and the fact that everyone's genuinely welcome. There's a real sense of community in the room, which is honestly rarer than it should be.