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The Roebuck, Borough, SE1

50 Great Dover Street
SE1
SE1 4YG

Phone: 02073577324

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Pub SignMan left this review about The Roebuck

A smart and atmospheric pub that retains some heritage touches while embracing a modern aesthetic with an abundance of potted plants. The main room was formerly split in two but is now open-plan, with front and rear doors flanking a central servery. The bar itself has a curved, dark wood-panelled counter and a partly retained bar back decorated with potted plants. Seating options include high stools near the bar, low stools under tall, arched windows and standard tables and chairs throughout. The rear room offers a particularly cosy setting, with dark leather banquettes, a handsome fireplace draped with more foliage and a large mirror above. Warm paint tones, muted lighting and a mix of old photos and modern prints round out the stylish decor. Each table is topped with a small cactus, adding a quirky touch. Background music was on the louder side and at one point I was invited by a regular to a games night in the upstairs function room.
Three cask ales were available—Southwark LPA (£5.10 a pint), Five Points Best, and Big Smoke Solaris. I tried the LPA, which was in very good condition and the barman was friendly and knowledgeable.. The pub had a welcoming feel and struck a nice balance between traditional and trendy., resulting in quite a mixed crowd, although the youngsters just about tipped the demographic scales in their favour.
This pub has found its way into the Good Beer Guide in recent times, and I thought it had a pretty good selection of beers from London-based breweries to go at, seemingly in good nick too. The friendly service, uplifting greenery and smartly presented traditional features were all plus points for me and I would be happy to find myself back out here some time soon.

Date of visit: 24th February 2025

On 2^nd September 2025 - rating: 7
[User has posted 3387 recommendations about 3387 pubs]

Blue Scrumpy left this review about The Roebuck

This is a pub that I'd never previously discovered in the Borough area of London. It is wedge-shaped on the outside with an entrance porch either side. Inside, there is a horseshoe-shaped bar in the centre and the shape of the pub means there is lots of natural light from windows all around. Pot plants above the bar and above each porch create a relaxing atmosphere. There are bare boards and a nice mixture of tables and seating. Stairs lead up to further drinking space.

The bar sports 4 handpulls, 3 for ales and 1 for cider. The ales were all from London - Five Points Best, Southwark LPA & Big Smoke Legacy. The cider was a new one for me - SeaCider Pineapple Cider. It was really refreshing, albeit £3.10 for a half. On keg, there was Five Points Jupa, Beavertown Gamma Ray, Left-Handed Giant Hop-Hand Fallacy, Big Smoke Pure Shores & Gipsy Hill Hepcat. Other drinks are available, with both a wine of the month and a cocktail of the month being advertised.

What sounded like reggae music was playing in the background. There was also a TV above the one porch, with Six Nations rugby due to be shown. The pub also has karaoke on the third Thursday of the month, as well as quiz nights. I quite liked this pub and the cider was my favourite drink of the day.

On 27^th January 2025 - rating: 7
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Moby Duck left this review about The Roebuck

A slightly wedge shaped pub with roads flanking each side meeting at a junction to the front.The room is light and airy in the daytime with plenty of natural light coming in from the large windows on both sides.A fairly modernish feel without destroying any natural ambiance. The four handpumps provided Southwark LPA, Five Points Best, Big Smoke Ceremony and Seacider. There is an upstairs room where they hold quizes and Karaoke nights. Karaoke nights aside a pretty nice pub.

On 12^th May 2023 - rating: 7
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