The Raven, Bermondsey, SE1

More bar than pub in its internal design despite the presence of some dark wood furnishings, music was playing a few decibels louder than required. The ale selection wasn't exciting, Sharps Doom Bar and Sea Fury, T.T Landlord, also a turned Old Rosie Cider clip. Keg was a mix of craft, continental and premium lager. It didn't inspire.

The Raven is an open plan pub with high tables in the windows and an L-shaped bar on the left wall. In the centre of the room are some tables and banquettes run down the right wall and across the rear. No televisions, but there was some 1970’s music playing during a recent midweek early evening visit. The bar supports four hand pumps, three of which were in operation drawing Sharp’s Doom Bar and Sea Fury alongside Sandford Cider. Premium keg was also available. The service was friendly, but the location dictates that half a Sea Fury was £3. Food is available, the burgers are priced at around £16 and the excellent Pieminister menu is in operation, they’re great pies, although I’ve never had them here. The service was very friendly, but there’s not much to this place to be honest. Think I’ll leave it to the tourists in future.

Owned by the people behind the Euston Tap. Interior as described by real ale ray below with a “pool hall” upstairs (3 tables & dartboard).