Bedford Tavern in Croydon

Popped in on a Sunday for the football before catching the train back to the airport, Great pub well worth a visit. Hope to re-visit at some point, the landlord was very inviting. Did not manage to try the food but will next time.

I frequently visited this place while on a long course in the area, the reason I kept on going back was the staff, food and the atmosphere hence my scores. The staff were so friendly and welcoming, that as you walked in they would know what you wanted to drink and would go to pour it, just to keep them on their toes I mixed it up a couple of times. The food was amazing, especially the steak and portion size was really good. A must is the quiz on a Tuesday night, which was really good fun.

Nice friendly local with decent all-weather space out front.

Absolutely fantastic little pub. Nip in here for food after work when working away from home and can't knock the place at all. They really do have it sussed here, the manager Martin and his staff work their socks off to keep everyone happy and always have a smile on thier faces!! Keep the good work guys. It really doesn't go unnoticed!

Don’t go here racist pub! Refuse to serve certain clientele massive racist

Spent my birthday celebrations in the Bedford. It was a great night and I loved the steak!

Staff wasn't very welcoming. Very rude to my mate wearing a hat for medical reasons, cramped and overcrowded conditions.

Christmas meal for work. Lovely food. No issues at all. I'm sure all (about 20) enjoyed it.

quiet Sunday, few beers and the footie, no food ordered, but no complaints - nice, quiet, clean cosy pub, will visit again

One of Croydons best. The owner is a true gent, the staff are fantastic. A welcoming pub with great beer and a cracking atmosphere. Don't miss it.

We had a great time at the Bedford tavern. Thank you so much. The staff are amazing the food is great. Thank you for making our daughter's birthday so special

Lots of Palace fans, friendly place but don't wear a hat.... No hat policy is enforced!!

Was craving a Sunday roast and by far this was soooo nice and I was so happy I found this place. The staff were so nice it was such a cosy and friendly atmosphere.

Good place for a cold beer and good food. They have a policy no under 18 after 19:00 and also a weird policy for no hats on.

Everything was delicious and very tasty. Real local Pub

Seemed good. Only popped in for a swiftie with colleagues. Wasn't expecting a proper pub in Croydon (but I don't know the area at all)

In Croydon for work and the Bedford Tavern was close to our hotel. Good food , good beer and friendly staff with a nice busy atmosphere in the pub. Back in Croydon in a few weeks so will definitely be back. The pie and mash speacial was excellent 👌 😋

Very busy, fantastic vibe and the wings and nachos were so very yummy

Had a delicious dinner, just Fish & Chips but I saw Burgers and more on other plates looking good as well. The bar has an authentic look - as far I can value it as foreigner. I‘ll come again. Thanks!

Made me hold my hat whilst they poured my beer (walked in, ordered a beer, walked outside again) due to a 'we can't serve you wearing a hat' policy. Hilarious.

Probably caught them on a bad day, but still no need for staff to be rude!

Nice little pub. Had the fish n chips with mushy peas and a side order of onion rings. It was very tasty, though the fish wasn't that big but pretty average size compared to others. No complaints and would definitely go again.

Great pub, was staying at the Hilton (overnight business stay) and drove past this pub on route. Stopped for a pint and stayed for food - amazing portions/quality and very reasonably priced. £5.70 for a pint of Peroni also! Would recommend!

Great local pub, friendly staff and altogether good relaxed vibe 👌🏼

Well kept Doom Bar, excellent BLT with chips

A great little Tavern in East Croydon. Off the beaten path but not far from the train station. Friendly staff with great food and drinks. Had a blast watching a Euro Football game with the locals.

The waitress's attention was unpleasant. He recommended us a beer which was hot. Furthermore, it was not friendly at all and it seemed expensive to us. I don't know if I would return

Super attentive staff. Very relaxed.

I visited this Pub today after my Father's funeral with some of the other funeral guests.The Manager came outside and asked one of our guests he couldn't drink a soft drink he had,which he was fine with.She then told him he needed ID to drink,I get the think 25,but her attitude was aggressive standing in the pub garden staring aggressively,when we explained we had just been to my fathers funeral,she replied that's not my problem.My problem is his attitude,of which there wasn't one.only her attitude,and the other bar staff could learn to smile too

I was staying at local hotel and their food was awful, so took a stroll and found this traditional pub. A huge after work crowd outside however found a table inside ordered food and a glass of very good wine. Made to feel very welcome and the food was absolutely lovely, freshly cooked with quality ingredients. Next time I stay in Croydon I will definitely be back.

Lovely local pub with a solid outdoor seating area. Decent little food menu served until 9pm and Peroni on tap, can't complain. Personally I'd love some more 'comfy sofa/fireplace' seats, but that's just my preference for pubs! Can get a bit busy from time to time (but where doesn't).

Lovely traditional little pub in the hear of the city

Great pub, ideal for after work gathering or a pub lunch. It is really clean with a good outdoor space that is covered.

Perfectly served Guinness, friendly staff, decent music, top notch bangers’n’mash….such a shame that I live 300 miles away - this would be my perfect local.

I went on my anniversary ❤️ a nice time with parents they joined us My dad being elderly wanted to go to the washroom and I was directing my dad The lady who was serving just stopped my dad and said u r not allowed and it's for customers only When she was the same one who served us Just felt that was inappropriate and very rude When I mentioned it to her she just smiled there was no apology nothing I think manners and etiquette is needed I understand if the washroom is for customers but if we were served I don't think that was the way to approach or at least apologize

Food is always good here and staff are always friendly. They have a nice outside area, and when the sun is out it's the perfect place to be. Part of the outside is covered and has heaters so you are covered for all seasons. Also has an upstairs with its own bar which can be hired out for functions.

Steak was excellent, London Pride, the right temperature, cozy, friendly pub, loved it.

£5.70 for a pint . . . WHAT A RIP-OFF

We popped in on a Saturday night- fab atmosphere and great staff

Best Guinness in Croydon by a long way. Food excellent too. Toilets clean. Couldn't recommend enough.

No hats If I had an illness / medical / religious reason to wear a hat would I be told to remove it or I will not be served and asked to leave because the manager doesn't like it for security reasons? Sounds like a policy that need to be addressed You don't have signage about dress code and you should not be telling people what and how they can dress. The next thing you be telling the public about what race, tall, short, how many fingers, do you have more than £5 to your name the list can go on. I'm a member of the public you are a public bar.

Great atmosphere and friendly place

The roast lamb was amazing, and the lady behind the bar was warm and lovely.

Lovely clean pub, with good ambience.

Stopped in for a couple. All good. Nice pub. No hat policy.

Very reasonably priced pub considering the location. Good ale selection

A woman who works here is very rude. I was here before it opened but was planning to have a meal here. She approached with an attitude to kick me out of the garden. Maybe she was having a bad morning, but it's still not nice.

Exceptional food, amazing staff, lovely atmosphere ❤️❤️ can't recommend enough x

Best pub in croydon for me....staff lovely, food on point, please bring back the spag carbonara.....lol

We booked a Christmas dinner for our bunch and it was outstanding! The table was decorated, food came on time and it was delicious. Would highly recommend this place for your next Christmas do. 🎄

Went for a work lunch here. I really like it. Traditional pub, food was good, service was great. I would imagine it would get busy of an evening.

The staff are great so arm and welcoming. It is exactly how a pub should be. Foods great too.

Great place to dine, catch a match and relax! Wings and Fish n Chips were amazing!

Hats are not allowed, so as someone that does wears hats, it was a waste of my time to go there. They didn’t mention if there were any other dress codes, so if you don’t wear a hat, you could risk it. If you do wear a hat definitely don’t go. But the food at least looked good and there was free wifi. Good patio space

Came here to catch up with my friends. Outstanding customer service!

Nice Food and Drinks, friendly Stuff as well 🫶🏽

First time I’ve visited the Bedford Tavern, but won’t be the last. Good old fashioned boozer with friendly staff, good beer selection and friendly staff. The heaters in the garden are properly decent too (it was was a wet and windy day when I visited). Would definitely recommend.

Decent food and very friendly service

Really great food! Halloumi burger and recommend the wedges with it (they're like roast potatoes but wedge shaped, delicious!). Staff very friendly. Prices the norm for the area.

Great service, about a ten minute walk northwest from East Croydon station.

Heineken silver on tap, nice people behind the bar

Stopped in for a drink after a long walk and decided to have food. We had the chicken and beef roasts. Really delicious! Meat was flavourful and well cooked with a great selection of veg. Yorkshire was made from scratch which was both fab and difficult to find often! Best part was the gravy and potatoes were the stars! Sticky toffee pud sounded good but we were too full. Next time!

Delicious Sunday Roast dinner. Definitely will return again. Friendly staff. Good choice of drink.

Great food, especially Sunday roast. Best Guinness in the UK. Cannot recommend this place highly enough. The staff are in a league of their own.

Lovely pub with a very happy vibe. Thank you

Miserable place, they even ban kids from the garden. They have a Monopoly just here but do your best to go anywhere else. 😡😡

Unfriendly staff. Won't let you sit outside when they're not open. Don't see the problem with just sitting on a bench

Outstanding friendly reception and service on first visit today. Excellent Classic Burger. Wish it was our local!

Not dog friendly. Incredible, considering there is a decent size front yard, and no other pubs in the area that this pub needs to compete with

Brilliant bar friendly staff great Guinness Been drinking here 6 years no trouble.

Good pub, friendly staff and best of all , over 18s only. Most UK pubs have turned into crèches these days.

The Place is empty, you might find a couple old builders sitting around having a pint. Food is old and out the freezer, definitely not made by a Chef. The manager is a rude middle aged woman who speaks disrespectfully to her customers. She is constantly taking your drinks and discarding them to make you pay for an alternative. If you're looking for some food please visit Box park is round the corner. Also many bars and pubs all over Croydon. AVOID THIS PLACE .

Do not try and use their bathrooms!!!! After driving 1.5hrs for an appointment at the Sopra Steria Centre next door we all needed a restroom. Quickly popped into the pub to ask if we could use the facilities. They flat out refused, citing no kids allowed and only customers can use facilities. I even offered to pay to use the facility as a paying customer I'd be willing to buy a drink, however they simply refused! My wife and I, accompanied by our 8yr old daughter and 10 yr old son then went to the Sopra Steria centre and their friendly staff kindly let us use their facilities. I understand we weren't paying customers and only in need of the facilities but that's one way to ensure I never frequent this pub, I'll also be sure to never promote your pub. C'mon man have some common sense!!! Joke

Never a dull moment in the Bedford :) great staff and atmosphere.

Would give more stars if could eat with 16 years old son but... not allowed until 18 even weekdays lunch time Not family friendly place.

Pleasant, welcoming pub conveniently near East Croydon syation. Friendly and efficient service.

Nice outside seating area, for a beer on the way home. Recommended.

No children allowed, how can a parent have a drink? If you are a single father are pubs forbidden? Sad

At 9:15am I saw a guy enjoying his coffee in one of this pub's outdoor tables. I then entered (there were no signages saying no entry) the outdoor premises to get a coffee but realised the pub has not opened yet. I decided to sit down for a while but then a few minutes later theres is this staff/manager or even owner who came up to me and just said, "Hey (signalling with her hand as if instructing me to stand up and leave)! It's private!" I thanked her and sincerely apologised for using their private outdoor facility. I thought a pub is called a 'pub' because it originated from the word public. I just found her approach a bit intimidating so I thought I'd leave this less significant review.

Good proper pub tucked away among the high rises of Croydon Decent reasonably priced ale and a nice outside area

Great pub, friendly helpful staff and tasty food! Think I've found my new local!

Simpática taberna inglesa, con variada y buena cerveza y precios en la media londinense, es decir, carísimo pero es lo que hay. Muy agradable.

I had a meeting nearby had a beer and spicy chicken wings 10 out of 10 friendly staff and delicious food Thanks to staff and chef

Very first time at the Bedford and i enjoyed my time there. Thank yoi.

Хорошо, для меня как для Украинца конечно дороговато, но всё хорошее стоит денег. А Лондон дешёвым никогда и не был.

We had a fantastic day yesterday with great service and quality food . Enjoyed the drinks too:) thanks Caroline for your warm hospitality

The place is fine, nice little pub with a beer garden out front (though obviously right on the road so affected by traffic but can't change that). Inside was small, but well decorated. Staff behind the bar was friendly enough. Felt like a 'locals' pub, and whilst there was sport on TV, it didn't really feel like a spot to go and watch a game.

Always a great place to go meet friends before and after the game at Palace. The atmosphere is great and it's always busy.

Lovely pub with great service from the bar staff and friendly locals

Tricky to get good atmosphere here. The pub is very small. Can get loud and stuffy quickly. Most sit outside out front, but it's right on a busy road. The seats outside are clean and robust however

A lovely gem of a pub hidden away near East Croydon station. Short walk from the town centre. Outdoor seating and a traditional pub inside. Not many like this left, defo worth stopping by next time you're in Croydon.

A nice friendly pub, they serve beers from Guiness draught to Neck Oil and do good lunches at reasonable prices. There's an upstairs room if it looks crowded, and outside is under cover with heat lamps.

I met a friend for a quick lunchtime drink in this little gem of a pub. I have driven passed it many times and it always looks inviting and mostly busy. We didn't want to go into central Croydon and this pub is only a very short walk from Wellesley Road (the main drag), where my friend was working. The staff are very welcoming and friendly and they seem to have a good selection of beers, though I'm no expert. The decor inside is rustic and charming with low beamed ceilings and traditional fittings. To find a pub of this calibre down a back street in Croydon was a very welcome surprise and I would definitely recommend it.

A lovely comfortable pub with good food. A little bit pricey for food.

Very friendly and welcoming staff! Good food! Nice atmosphere! Reasonable prices. Been going here for years!

Great pint of Guinness here . Staff are really fast and very accomodating and the food is excellent

Food was good and enjoyed a Prosecco

Very nice local pub with good food and friendly service. The pub and toilet facilities are clean and the seats and table configuration is comfortable. The music that they played over the speakers was good as well and not too loud. Overall a very nice atmosphere. We will be back.

Nice clean pub, great beer and very good food.Well worth a visit.

Racist staff and racist policies. I was shocked when they said they have no hat policy and clearly I was wearing turban.