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The Brewers Inn, Wandsworth, SW18

Pub added by Philip Carter
147 East Hill
SW18
SW18 2QB
Phone: 02088744128

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Tris C left this review about The Brewers Inn

Dating from the late 18th century, this was the Two Brewers until 1995, with the current building probably dating from the late 19th century, the wood panelling to the rear room applied in the 1930s.
A modernised interior with new floor, new wood and glass bar back, trendy prints, plush furniture with some booth-style banquettes upholstered in lemon yellow vinyl; in all, it looks like a hotel bar, which of course is exactly what it is. Customers were rather young and fairly numerous on my late Saturday visit, probably students from neighbouring South Thames College – if they hadn’t taken over the panelled rear, I’d have ventured in for a squint.
There was just London Original and Special on cask which I couldn’t face drinking, so it was a Neck Oil at £3.65 a half.
This is another very corporate affair, typically done up by Young’s with little regard for the authenticity afforded to their wonderful Spread Eagle at the bottom of the road.

On 28th February 2024 - rating: 4
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Malden man left this review about The Brewers Inn

This is a prominent street corner pub, high moulded ceilings, panelled walls plus some patterned wallpaper. The front two rooms are divided by a large chimney with an elaborate fireplace but unfortunately a replica gas fire. Another room beyond and to the rear serves as a formal dining room with laid tables. Outside seating with cover to the side plus another hidden away stand alone room called "The Moroccan Room" presumably due to the North African inspired décor.
The pub has had a bit of the makeover treatment, boarded floors with rugs, all sorts of seating and with scatter cushions along the banquettes. There are a few arty prints here and there and the side room has a rather curious large ceiling mounted clock. Part of the patterned moulded ceiling had been replastered smooth, which looked a bit naff, I assume some sort of water damage to blame. A cheap and shoddy repair though.
Live football was showing during my visit, several TVs dotted around, there were a noticeable number of wives and girlfriends who appeared to have been offered a Sunday lunch out without the football being mentioned, a fair few were flicking through their phones and gazing blankly while the blokes watched the match, it amused me in any case.
It's a Youngs pub, Ordinary and Special on plus new to me, Hummingbird (£3.79) which I took a chance on despite the clip advising it contains passion fruit, it was ok a hoppy floral light beer.
A pub quiz was advertised and I saw signs for accommodation. A fairly routine middle of the road sort of pub I thought but it's a big one so probably a decent chance of getting a seat when the football is on.

On 6th September 2013 - rating: 6
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Rex Rattus left this review about The Brewers Inn

This is still a Young’s house, with Bitter, Special and Waggledance on. Food is clearly a big deal here, as a large room at the rear of the building is clearly intended for diners as all tables in there came already laid with cutlery, wine glasses, etc. Most of the tables in there were occupied during my Thursday lunchtime visit. This is a large imposing corner site pub, which also had two sizeable rooms for those who just wanted to drink – however you could eat in these rooms if you wished, as a group of young ladies were doing just that. As I wasn’t eating I didn’t bother to look for a menu.
The polished granite columns on the exterior indicate that this is a pub of longstanding, as nobody these days is likely to go to the expense of erecting such iconic symbols of a pub. But inside it’s been given the Young’s makeover treatment. Leather sofas and armchairs abound; there are a few tall tables/stools, some solid chunky tables, and some normal tables and chairs make up the furniture inventory. The floors are bare-boarded with some large rugs breaking up the space. However, the dark wood-panelled walls and at least one (I only saw one) fireplace are attractive features. The service was very cheery, and I guess that this is a very comfortable pub in a hotel lounge sort of way. It’s no longer a traditional pub, but worth dropping in for a swift one if you’re passing.

On 22nd August 2011 - rating: 5
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Nick Johnstone left this review about The Brewers Inn

Large and impersonal. Cider was an eyewatering £3.95 a pint. Staff were friendly but not much else going for this place. More a hotel lobby than a pub.

On 22nd August 2011 - rating: 5
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Chris 87 left this review about Brewers Inn Hotel

Situated in Wandsworth, a short walk away from the site of the old Ram Brewery, this smartened-up Youngs Pub caught my attention straight away because it was so clean - I mean spotless, like I was afraid to put my pint down on the bar top just in case it left a ring.

Youngs Ordinary & Special were on draught alongside Tribute with more of the Youngs range in bottles behind the bar. Special was in good nick and at £3.15 about average given the area. Moving through the bar area you end up in the lounge, which with its abundance of leather armchairs and Chesterfields is quite opulent; Its like drinking in a National Trust property. There is also a dining area and judging by the menu this is the sort of place that takes the food very seriously. The piped r&b music seemd a little superfluous but I don't want to mark it down for that. I liked this place quite a lot and would definitely return.

On 10th November 2009 - rating: 7
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Steve C left this review about Brewers Inn Hotel

This isn't a bad pub although during the day it lacks any atmosphere due to its size and furnishings. The entrance takes you into a big room with large wooden tables and a bar at the back of the pub. There is another large area with sofas and a plasma screen further into the pub that leads to a nice large function room.

The staff were pleasant enough and Youngs Special and Ordinary were available alongside Tribute and various lagers etc. The Bombardier was off, but the Tribute was very good. Unfortunately I thought that the food was a bit of a rip off on the portion sizes, but then this is a gastro type place.

There was a band advertised for the evening so maybe the pub livens up when the sun goes down. I'd maybe go back here with the misses for a nice relaxed drink, but it's not the place you meet up with all the boys for a large one.

On 10th February 2009 - rating: 6
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Philip Carter left this review about Brewers Inn Hotel

A large Youngs pub/hotel, very comfortable seating. Sells real ale. Disable access. Sells food all day. In one area, there is a clock on the ceiling for laid back visitors. (doesn't work though)

On 4th January 2008 - rating: 8
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