Old Punch Bowl in Crawley

Popped in as it’s local and we love old pubs ,great atmosphere and really friendly welcoming team there We decided to have lunch , very well presented and cooked perfectly went again on Sunday for a quick bite and pint again good well presented and served with a smile from Thomas , really nice place to eat and drink .

Excellent DJ last night, great to hear somewhere play Drum and Bass in Crawley. Highly recommend! Great prices for drinks too!

Fantastic service from the outset from Jordan Good was a very good standard and generous portion sizes Couldn't fault the staffs friendliness and enthusiasm

I only came in for a quick pint, but the barman Alex in Crawley was amazing, he chatted to me whilst carrying on with his work, we spoke about families and Xmas we had a laugh and he introduced me to a new shot, he was an amazing barman what you want from a pub, so personal and great, manager was cool too, drinks so fresh, I just love the Punch Bowl, and it's cos for staff like Alex

Great place for some nice food and great service. All meals were enjoyed by all and were served really fresh and hot. Bar staff lovely to speak to aswell. Thank you

Excellent service and beautiful food. Great staff, it’s not often you see such professional care and attention. We will be back x

Great value lunch menu Burgers are awesome Served by Alex very polite and professional Would highly recommend 🙂

Really great place, nice and cozy with a fire burning, staff were polite and drinks went down a treat

Food is amazing. I would recommend the fish and chips, the burger and the brownie. Fast service as well and checkbacks.

We had a delightful late lunch at this restaurant! The service was exceptional, with Tom going above and beyond to ensure our dining experience was perfect. The caramelious cocktail, although not on the menu, was a hidden gem - absolutely lush and a must-try! Our meals were served hot, well-cooked, and everyone at our table thoroughly enjoyed their dishes. The ambiance was charming, adding to the overall enjoyable atmosphere. We're already planning our next visit; this restaurant truly knows how to create a wonderful dining experience. Highly recommended!

As I used to live in Crawley I suggested this pub to a friend for lunch whilst waiting for a late flight from Gatwick. On entering the pub it looked quiet but more run down than I remember. We ordered food and sat down. After 30 mins I asked how long the food would be and was told it would be another 20 mins as there were still 2 orders in front of us. This was irritating as the pub was not particularly busy and we were short of time. We were offered the chance of a refund but decided to stay. Eventually one meal came and then we had a further 5 minutes wait before the second one arrived. Afterwards we both used the Ladies toilet and commented that they looked very unpleasant with badly scratched paintwork on the door and in a generally rundown state. Our experience would not encourage us to ever return to this pub again.

Excellent as always. An amazing team always going above and beyond with customer service. They really care about the customers. And the food is always good.

As a first impression our experience here was absolutely awful, we walked in and was greeted by a guy at the bar who didn’t even say two words to us, we were shown to our table, not realising we had to go to the bar to order, therefore waited around. After waiting we then went up to ask and then ordered. After my boyfriend had ordered and paid for our meal and drinks we were told” the chef is on break for an hour so your food will be an hour and a half” this is absolutely ridiculous we had a booking made therefore the chef should have waited. I would not recommend this pub at all the customer service was awful and really let the pub down.

Friday 29th September and we visited here for a drink, this was more by default rather than our intention. We had previously been to Wetherspoons but did not stay as they had no real ale so we ended up here. From the outside it looks like a quaint old pub full of character and old world charm. The Doorman on duty waved us in and we found ourselves in a vast spacious and modernly equipped bar. There were a number of areas, some were new additions like the conservatory others were made to look old with fake wooden beams and pillars. There were some old features still there. There was also an outdoor courtyard area for smokers and patrons wanting to sit outside. When we arrived it was rather busy, there was some entertainment on with a Drag Queen performing in one area of the bar. There was some good music being blasted out aswell. Although it was rather busy the bar staff were on the ball, they knew what they were doing, so there was no long delay waiting for a drink, smooth professional bar service. Spoke to young guy, behind the bar, who served us, the staff were not expecting to be so busy that evening. We explained that we were there because there was no beer in "Spoons". A pint of IPA and a pint of Fosters was £9.30, yes more expensive than "Spoons" but at least we got the drink of our choice with friendly service. Initially we found somewhere to sit around the side of the pub, near the toilets. We did stay for a few more drinks, later in the evening, when the crowds thinned, we moved into a small room, off the main bar, with a massive fire place with a large fuel burner in it. Thought it was an amusing touch to have a Photo booth in the pub, totally in keeping with the obsession for selfies and posing photos. We did have an enjoyable evening here, friendly staff and clean pleasant surroundings.

Great choice of beers, friendly staff and good food. Thumbs up 😊👍A place one must visit when you are in Crawley.

Very impressed by the service,choice of ales and food menu.popped in for lunch and a drink ,chose a sharing 3 and a main,,service with a smile from Samual I think the manager might have been present too very welcoming, enjoyed the experience and will be...

Well the atmosphere was awesome. The staff were so friendly and couldn’t do enough for us! Both Jed and Sam were so attentive. The food was lovely too! Refreshing and cool drinks too with a large choice. Will defo be going again!

It wasn’t busy when we arrived so orders delivered fast. We sat outside and feel the chilled ambiance. The only downfall is the ladies room not clean to my liking.

A great pub with really friendly staff. There was a good choice of drinks and meals available. Highly recommended!

This was a great spot to pop into. My husband and I stopped for drinks while exploring Crawley. The environment and service were great! Highly recommended.

good lively pub, good selection of beer, very clean loads o tables outside, and on the night we was there they had a band (Thursday)

Surprised how large the pub was. Busy due to entertainment, live music. Took a while to get served. Not enough bar staff, but once served what a lovely, friendly chap. Apologised for the wait. Very helpful. Food was good value for the money and didn't...

I visit this pub with my friends when we ride our electric bikes from London. They let us charge up and we can grab food and drink and kill a few hours. Always friendly and very accessible. One of the nicest pubs I’ve been too....

Me and my boyfriend were on a search for a place that provides both food as well as a cold pint, we came across this pub and we loved the look of it straight away. The interior decorations are phenomenal and the atmosphere is just...

Some of the food was cold , meat pie was horrible very little meat and pastry was rock solid , have to praise the staff who did change the cold food but in general food not great . Would not be going back anytime soon

At the age of 60 headed into Crawley for the first time ever. Part of a five week holiday from Australia. (Originally from Scotland). First impressions are always important and the young lad Alex behind the bar set the bar really high from the moment...

Popped in on way to the airport Jed & Sam were amazing definitely will come again Nice food nice service well worth a vist ..........

Food was amazing and hospitality on point. Will be returning to this pub. Very reasonably priced.

This is a nice pub,with great service and food. Flints eye beer was good and the fish was good. Old Pub with a nice atmosphere.

Very accommodating friendly staff went above and beyond for us Nice food Nice drinks, reasonably priced Thank you x

Thank you! The Punchbowl in town I wanted to say a huge Thank you to the Management. Last night I enjoyed a fantastic evening in the pub, and unfortunately I left my jumper where I was sat and only realised I had left it there...

Scheduled a meet up with friends here. Atmosphere was really authentic and cozy, staff was professional and very helpful as well. Me and my friends had best time. Moreover, food itself was delicious and appetizing. Definitely looking forward to come back.

Met up with friends here for dinner and drinks.Well priced and good quality food and really great service. Will be back again, thanks.

Visited the old punch bowl on Sunday afternoon for a roast (which seem to be really hard to find anywhere else). I couldn’t resist ordering the roast beef which was served nice and speedy and tasted absolutely perfect. I think it was Amber who served...

Decorated to feel authentic and atmospheric. Food and drinks offering is decent and good value and the staff are very friendly, cheerful and welcoming. We were returning from a birthday trip so the waiter kindly stuck a candle in my desert!

A very nice place to be and to relax after work. The personal is very friendly and helpful, and the drinks as well as the food have proper quality.

Great food, lovely cosy pub excellent service friendly staff. Steak and ale pie was good lovely thick gravy 👍

This place is very cozy and welcoming! Alex is a very good host, always smiling and very sociable . We are always enjoying our time here!Keep it up with the good work you guys !

Great service and food was lovely came out in less than ten mins Alex was very friendly Will definatley recommend

Alex was great, 10/10 service. Made us feel welcome and the hospitality was great. The DJ was a bit loud but got us ready for a good Saturday night.

Visit pounce bowl multiple time always received the best service from staff member name Alex , he is very welcome and friendly . Thank you for Alex to make us feel very welcome. X

Easy atmosphere, friendly staff,good basic pub grub at a reasonable price, scampi and chips hit the spot tonight, thank you we will be back

Alex made me feel very welcome and took the time to speak to me as I was visiting alone. Very nice guy! He promised me a valentines kiss but never received it! That’s the only negative haha!

Nice and friendly place and the only one I can find passion fruit gin and Alex can mix a great gin and tonic with the nicest smile 😃

Nice atmosphere, great staff. Amber looked after us really well. Very enjoyable steak pie and chips. Great evening out.

Booked our works Christmas do here. Service was excellent from start to finish. We had a reserved section for the evening, food was amazing, great selection of drinks and service was really good too. Its such a great pub, always welcoming and friendly.

Perfect service from Alex Very friendly Extremely clean on the bar and toilets Lovely music being played

Came here after shopping for Christmas in Crawley. I had Beyond Meat Burger & Chips and was a perfect amount for lunchtime. Look forward to returning next time I'm in Crawley

Alex was really helpful and could not do anymore for us. Credit to the company! Slight issue with table having hair and he helped out sorted the issue. Then made sure we had a good rest of the visit.

Had bacon and cheese burger and very well cooked and made to my liking, friends had sausage and mash and the mash was really nice, Philly steak sandwich was awesome and the mix and share Karange Chicken was well tasty. Service was fantastic. Food was...

Went out for my friends birthday and was secured the booths by the DJ which was fab! Staff were friendly, service was quick, atmosphere was amazing and DJ was great! Thanks to Amber and her team for always making a night out in the punch...

Alex is the best barman period. He makes this place a lovely pub to visit with warm conversation, food and drink suggestions and a very easy and helpful manner.

Went to The Old Punch Bowl and had a lovely experience with my friends, the best part of our day was the gentleman that served us called Alex, he gave us good advice of what drinks and food to get, great experience

We held a meeting here on a Tuesday evening and they kindly set aside a room for us and made sure the DJ music wasn't overbearing. The food was very nice and the staff were really lovely! Thanks!

Visited Crawley Punch bowl on a Friday for few drinks, atmosphere was great and Natasha behind the bar was most helpful with offers available and food choices. We stayed on as yhe music started later in the evening and had a great night. Lovely and...

My boyfriend and I came in for dinner yesterday and the service we received from everyone was incredible but Natasha really stood out to us. My boyfriend has severe allergies and Natasha made sure these were noted down and thoroughly checked his food. She brought...

The old punch bowl is such a lovely place to visit, the staff are all so friendly and the atmosphere is amazing. One of the members of staff in particular stuck out, Jaylee went out of her way to make sure we had everything we...

Dropped in on a hot hot August day, and Alex was behind the bar serving. It wasn't just me he helped make good choices, and fixed food for, but I saw him with other customers too on the same friendly and professional way, in keeping...

I came in here with my family and the service was exquisite ( especially one worker whom I believed was called Georgia). Best family meet up I’ve had thank you and would recommend to anyone in the Crawley area.

Alex was phenomenal and I couldn’t have asked for better service after a long day of travel. Loved the experience here so much I will definitely return. Drinks were perfect and the food was great!

Amber is great and she remembered all my drinks without me having to say twice! What a legend !!!!!!!

Stayed here for dinner. Nice place with great atmosphere (inside and in the garden area as well). Delicious british pub food, cold drinks and an awesome gin selection. Friendly and very welcoming staff! We would come again :)

Visited with a few friends for food & a few drinks, the katsu burger was amazing. We were served by a cheeky chap called Liam whos witty banter was on point (is he single?🤣) will sure be back

Had an awesome time with my colleagues. The food was just so tasty and delicious and the server, Alex, was so lovely and friendly!!! I definitely recommend “The Old Punch Bowl “ when you are in Crawley!! It’s the “in” place to hang out with...

Alex is the best! Can’t go wrong at punch bowl. He has a Positive Energy and he is super friendly! Made our night complete.

Alex was super accommodating to a couple of groups of couples I arrived with recently and it was nice to have friendly service in a Place far from home. Thanks so much Alex!

Another end of work day beer, and as always excellent service from the big man Alex. We see him day in day out, and he's always on top form. Ps. Bring back 2 for 1.

Quickly served by Alex got good chat too, two nice little outside spaces Bring the 2 for 1 on peronis back pleaseee

Great atmosphere and a quick and friendly service from Alex behind the bar! Ps bring the 241 peronis back ❤️

Excellent and friendly drinks service from Alex. Relaxed environment - staff were brilliant and were very attentive

Really good priced beef roast dinner - good quality meat, Yorkshire pudding with roast potatoes, gravy and veg. They also have horseradish sauce.

Alex was a very attentive and kind server. He had a smile on his face all the time and was open to answering all our questions. We would be willing to come back again due to his customer service. The food and drinks were amazing...

The service was amazing. Alex was an awesome server. Very attentive, knowledgeable, and unbelievable server. I wish all servers were like him. He makes me want to come back many times!

I spend a lot of time there with my friends and old punch bowl is a second home for us. A special thanks to Alex who goes the extra mile as he’s always super helpful , friendly , happy and professional with everyone!

The bod between is complicated however I could ask for better than the man. Alexander. If you come across this beautiful god with his shiny ponytail. Make sure order a shandy for a comment

All the staff are great but Alex stands out as he is a great bar person with good customer service and friendly too!

Visited this bar the other day and was pleasantly surprised to find such a perfect bar tender, willing to give a great customer experience, by introducing myself and friends to new drinks. I recall his name as Alex. Boom!

Had an amazing customer service with Natasha Polite and friendly girl Will be definitely back Thank you

Took my partner here after visiting Crawley town and have to say the staff were exceptionally helpful and obviously enjoy working there. Had a meal and a couple of drinks and a special thank you to Alex for being attentive and a laugh. Will definitely...

Thanks you Alex for your great service Made my day. I had a bad day at work and decided to pop in for a beer and Alex welcomed me with a big smile.

Came in for a late lunch. We ordered the large fish and chips and the toasted cheese and ham sandwich. The fish and chips was amazing, the toastie uunfortunately dreadful. But Alex who was working the bar was so friendly and helpful from the start...

I came across the old punch bowl as I’ve heard a lot about this pub through friends as I’ve heard it’s a great place to come for a couple pints with friends. I was served by Natasha If i remember right. Had a great pint...

Popped into one of the oldest pubs in Crawley. Interior is a good mix of old and new. Bar is well stocked and menus suggest drinks including cocktails that could be had. Had a long day so ordered food. Alex served my food and was...

Was recommended the halloumi platter by a very helpful and friendly barman called Alex Highly recommend a visit Plenty for 2 to share (although I finished this myself as delicious 🤤) and all for under a £10

We had some amazing service at the punch bowl. Really good food for our work shindig. Alex, our server made the whole experience really lovely. Alex was great!!

We received lovely service from Alex, great customer service and catered to our needs. One of the best pubs in Crawley, however please add Brownies to the desert menu! Thank you:)

Came here for my leaving meal/drinks. Our food and drink was all served by Alex. He was really accommodating and so friendly. Definitely made the experience a lot more enjoyable! Xx

Brilliant service, Alex was lovely. We like Alex 😊 the food was lovely too, need to open the windows!!

I have been coming here for many years, I usually come alone but I have been acquainted with Liam for years, he is always there for a chat and listens to what I have to say! Food is excellent too!

I came in for some drinks with friends and was Met with great service by a guy names Alex spent the night here and the staff took care of us and we're very attentive and helped us, well done punch I'll be back again !

Lovely food and good atmosphere with in the pub Highly recommend stopping in here for a drink or so food

Lunchtime meal with colleagues. Good atmosphere and food was good. Good beers on draft and an impressive collection of spirits…especially Gin

We recently had to go to East Grinstead for a family wedding, travelling from Weymouth, Dorset we decided to spend the night in the Travel lodge, Crawley and meet other members of the family in a pun/restaurant on the Friday night. There were six of...

Natasha served us some drinks and her recommendations were perfect for us, she knew exactly what we would like. Would highly recommend! can't wait to go back just for Natasha xx

Friendly staff (Natasha), not too busy, plenty of space indoors or outdoors. Outdoor area was very relaxed.

Alex is always so friendly and makes everyone feel so welcomed! He even knows my drink by heart. Thank you Alex, you are a keeper!!

Had my lunch over here and Alex was very attentive and greeted us when I walked in. It was a very warm welcome. He took his chances to check on us time to time and I’m amazed by his customer services! Waiter of the day...

I come here quite often it’s a lovely place for food and drinks. Very good happy hour. Came for drinks with friends and very well taken care of by Alex. He was very chatty. friendly and attentive and made our experience very enjoyable.

Alex was very friendly and fun to joke with while we were getting our drinks. He remembered what we were drinking and asked if we wanted the same again when we ordered food. Then he made Suggestions for food orders! Just made us feel very...

Came in to the pub and was served by Alex he was kind polite on my first order, when I went to the bar a second time he was serving someone else but made eye contact and asked if I wanted the same again while...