The Libertine, Borough, SE1

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A warm and welcoming single-room pub with a lived-in, eclectic feel. The interior features bare boards and some carpeted sections around the edges, with the servery halfway along the left wall. The front half is arranged with mismatched tables and chairs, backless benches and a small raised area with a dartboard. Towards the rear are more chairs and a fireplace topped with candles and a mirror. The angular, tongue-and-groove panelled bar counter includes a brass footrail and coat hooks, and the bar back is dominated by a central mirror flanked by blackboards. Decor includes a deer head, a snakeskin, large potted plants, fairy lights, vintage photos, and a large triptych artwork. A big TV screen remained switched off during my visit, while pop music played at a comfortable volume. The pub has a pizza menu and some outdoor benches on the pavement. 
Two cask ales were available: Redemption Kazbek (£5.60 a pint) and Harvey’s Sussex Best, with one pump unclipped. I tried the Kazbek, which was fresh and well-kept. The pub was peaceful on my midweek visit and had a chilled, slightly bohemian charm, whilst the service from the barman was relaxed and approachable.
This seems like a decent enough pub with a couple of reasonable ale options, well appointed decor and comfy furnishings combining to good effect. They've made a bit of effort to give the pub some character and I think it's the sort of place you could come with a couple of friends for a relaxed evening chatting over a fe well-kept pints. 

Date of visit: 24th February 2025

On 2^nd September 2025 - rating: 7
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