The Phoenix, Denmark Hill, SE5

Bucking Fastard left this review about The Phoenix

After a devastating fire in 1980,the station ticket hall was completely rebuilt as a pub,initially part of the Bruce chain as the Phoenix & Firkin,home brew on site , a pint of their stongest Dogbolter you never knew which way it would go after consumption.I used it a lot in the early 80's.
After several changes of hand it's now a decent pub with food options and the basic layout unchanged,to the right an area of high tables,two Sky flatscreens and refectory seating with metal stairs to a mezzanine level,while to the left a calmer area with low backed seating booth,and dining style tables.The windows are impressively large and give natural light.All the walls have exposed brickwork,a mural of a phoenix rising from the ashes at the far left and a high vaulted ceiling in dark wood.
The bar was sporting three handpumps but all clipped with St Austell Proper Job (decent,NBSS 3.5,£6.15 ) and there is a 10 % discount for any NHS employee spending £20,Kings is just over the road.The food menu had a median main £17,with daily specials ,and lunchtime sandwiches,chips and a drink for £13.50 which looked value for money.
Smaller inside than it seems from the exterior,a decent stop for a pint after arriving or departing by train.Popular with medical staff.

On 14^th February 2025 - rating: 7
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