The Albert in Kingston upon Thames

Great to drop in after shopping. Always a warm welcome, acknowledgement and recognition, know our fave Rose wine too! We've known the Albert since 1981, love the new look, soulfully curated music, and restored parking. Kierans friendly, well coordinated team starring Katie and Ken. Cheers!

We really enjoy visiting the Albert, it has a warm atmosphere and is free from annoying TVs. There is a wide choice of drinks which are of good quality (a very good pint of Guinness, always a mark of a well kept cellar) and has very hospitable staff and service. A great pub.

Lovely meal, excellent service. Big shout out for the Special and Light expertly poured. It was a great evening. Music was excellent, though I wanted to put Pink Floyd Animals on the record player

Overall good quality food. Service was ok-good. Atmosphere and feel was great

Lovely pub. The atmosphere and food were great and the pub was/is dog friendly. Wish we had discovered The Albert sooner. Will definitely be back.

Loved my time will be definitely being again and telling my friend about this pub !!

One of my favourite pubs in London! Went here recently to celebrate a birthday party for a baby. Everything was perfect. Staff were extremely welcoming and created a great atmosphere for us. Food is great, staff are very warm and attentive. (Adam and his colleagues made our experience fantastic). Pub has a great feel. Highly recommend.

A really warm welcome from friendly staff - fantastic local pub.

We had such a lovely time visiting the Albert in Kingston! Me and my partner visited for dinner one Sunday and we had a lovely roast. Our server was Katie and she was amazing, very attentive and helpful.

I regularly arrange pub get togethers for a group of us who volunteer as Rangers in Richmond Park. The Albert is a perfect venue. The very friendly staff arranged a lovely area for us to get together, and we had a great time. Both bar and table service were superb, and the beer was well kept, delicious! I can't fault The Albert - it's a brilliant pub with excellent staff. Thank you.

Comfortable pub setting with table in the bar rather than, pre-refurbishment, in the dining area. Vg food -calves liver and ex-dairy cow burger which, for me, was a first. Rich, nicely fatty, a bit like a wagyu burger but without wagyu-cost. Very friendly and accommodating server. Two observations - only my opinion, of course. 1. The server knew nothing about the dishes we asked about on the menu. ‘Is the burger really dairy cow?’ ‘I think that just means beef’. But she asked and the kitchen confirmed it was ex-dairy. ‘Can it be cooked medium?’ ‘I think it’s usually a bit pink’. But she asked but it couldn’t be ‘less than 73C’. not her fault - she was great. It’s the job of the restaurant to inform staff about the dishes they’re serving. 2. Very very drunk people - firm’s outing? Wake? Dangerously, staggeringly drunk. Not rude. Just a danger to themselves!

Great pub, even nicer since the refurb, a little pricey but the staff are the nicest.

I did post a review after the beautifully lavish refurb; but upon checking it didn’t seem to go through.. The Albert Pub is wonderful. The staff are incredibly friendly, and the food is always delicious. While it may not be the cheapest night out, it’s definitely one not to be missed! My daughter absolutely loves their chips and Sunday roast, and what makes it even more special is how warmly she is welcomed by everyone. All the staff are extremely polite, cheerful, have a friendly manner and provide an excellent service. In fact, she knows these fabulous people on a first name basis. Kerran, Adam, Rosie, Keiran, Ben, Ash, Katie, Ben, Ashlii, Ken, Jack, Carlos & Miles have been nothing but nice to her! Thank you all for making every visit such a memorable one! Much appreciated, cant recommend enough! 🫶 📸 Picture credits: The Albert's Facebook page & my daughter Eshal.

It must be difficult to make a pub less cosy and inviting after a refurbishment costing over £2 million but Young’s have managed it. The layout has improved and the terrace will be popular in the summer but in winter not much about the Albert is warm. Some of the staff are lovely but a couple give the impression that they would rather not be there and that you’re a bit of an inconvenience. The wood burner that should be the biggest attraction in the lounge area is rarely lit and when it is it fails to burn properly. Seems the brewery forgot to fix that while they had the chance. Guinness has been average to poor, and charging over £7.00 for a pint of so-called “premium” lager is outrageous. That’s not inflation, it’s gouging. A pity.

Really nice roast that was served quickly, staff were lovely and there was an open fire which is a nice touch. Family and dog friendly and not too far from Richmond Park.

We were a party of 7 having dinner there the Saturday before Christmas. The pub was festively decorated and warm and welcoming with the real two-sided fire. The staff, including Ken, Kerran, Ash and Ashli, were friendly and efficient. We were all very happy with our menu choices which included the skate wing (bit different!) haddock & chips, calves’ liver and burgers. The portions were a good size and the meals were delicious. We all enjoyed our night out and will definitely return when in the area again.

Start off with the postives: The venue was very warm, cozy, and inviting. Beer was good Negatives: The food was very mixed, Steak was generally one of the worst cut I've seen from a restaurant, far too much gristle, not cooked as requested (overcooked) the peppercorn sauce was a cabbage soup with no peppercorn. Best dish was the sausage and mash but at the prices charging expect better quality. Service was pretty mehh!! Although food arrived quickly, unsure if this is a negative or positive.

Great Guinness in great surroundings although the food is good it's not great (yet!). The service is fantastic - brilliant staff for table & bar service.

Katie and the team looked after us for our work Christmas lunch. The food and service for 20 of us was amazing and there was not one error. We are holding all of our work events here and highly recommend.

It's been a while for us visiting The Albert but it was well worth the visit again! Last time was before the refurbishment and they did a bang up job in making the place even homier than before! We came yesterday and from what we heard, there some staff shortages and coming in as a large group and tending to the regulars in the evening, Adam and Miles were absolutely stars in handling everything, from our food, to the drinks, and even the casual convo with the people at the bar. Top marks to the both of them and to the chef for our tasty food as well! Always lucky to have such a great place within walking distance of our residence and especially better to unwind after a long shift in the hospital right across it. :)

Excellent service! Adam & Miles! Well done!

The Albert has recently been refurbished & looks great. The service is good. Unfortunately, this time the food was disappointing & our menu choice was unavailable. The mash was cold & the Bakewell tart was awful.

Katie was an excellent host, attentive, informative and hilarious, a good selection of beer made for a great night out.

Delightful pub with a friendly atmosphere. The staff are brilliant. Katie really looked after us.

We had such a great time here. Their Sunday roast is a must try. Thank you Katie

A great local dog friendly pub with welcoming friendly staff, delicious food and a good selection of drinks on offer.

Typical pub with limited starters and few nice pub dishes; go for the Tagliatelle which is very good.

Christmas dinner was great, staff were really accommodating to a hungry group of 7.

Had lunch here yesterday with family. The turkey roast was delicious, as were the hamburgers. The bar staff and waiting staff were extremely efficient and friendly. I certainly recommend visiting the pub/restaurant. Oh, despite press reports of a country wide shortage of Guinness, there was no shortage here!

Great afternoon with old friends. Hired the downstairs area - it was brilliant day

We visited The Albert for lunch before we took part in their Christmas Market. We had a lovely lunch served by Katie who was very welcoming and efficient. The Market was most enjoyable and I hope it is something that continues in the future as it bought the community together. All the staff were very pleasant and helpful. Will definitely visit again and hopefully there will be more Markets!

We ate lunch at the Albert as a large group of 14 adults and kids on the Saturday before Christmas and couldn't fault it. As a large group we pre ordered but had a couple of extra people join at the last minute which despite being very busy was handled by the team with no issues. Staff were super friendly and helpful throughout. Food was really good - well seasoned, perfectly cooked and all in all delicious. A great spot a few minutes walk from Richmond Park.

Went for Sunday lunch and won't be going back for food I had the ox cheek and Stilton croquettes, couldn't taste or see any blue cheese. We went at 12.30 and they had already run out of the crab chowder. We both had the roast beef the roast potatoes were rock hard (maybe deep fried) Yorkshire pudding was stone cold and we had to send back the cauliflower cheese as it was raw. This was handled well by the staff and the pub is lovely but definitely won't be eating there again emailed Adam very poor that he hasn't replied

Lovely staff, decent food and always safe bet for dinner. Thanks to Katie and other staff who attended to us, always a pleasure to see them when we come

Excellent refurbishment. Excellent staff and grub but why oh why is a pint of Neck Oil 40p more expensive here, pre refurbishment, than the nearest next Young's Brewery Pub ???

Had our works Christmas dinner at the Albert..great service from Katie and another member of staff who was great too. Would highly recommend the Albert for food and drink

Very good food and service. Will be back again.

My partner and I have been going into the Albert almost every Friday for several years after the school run for a drink and a bite to eat. It is by far our favourite place to go out in the Kingston area. The team team are always welcoming and so attentive, we truly feel valued as customers. They have a nice selection on tap and you can tell by the taste of the beer they have a good routine of cleaning the pipes. The food always lives up to the expectation and since the referb has dropped in price which is always nice on the pocket. 10/10 would recommend.

Amazing service, everyone was great and the pub is super dog friendly which we thought was brilliant! Recently refurbished and all looks brilliant inside, best in Norbiton / Kingston in our humble opinion.

Absolutely love the Albert! Really friendly staff, warm cosy atmosphere, dog friendly and family friendly. Also do lovely food with a wide verity of drinks. They have lots going on in the week, like quizzes and rocord night, live music at times and other one off events like the Christmas market! What more can you ask for!

We had a lovely evening at the Albert, cerys was a fantastic bartender, very attentive and helpful, thank you!!!

Fantastic night at the Albert, Cerys on the bar was sublime. Best bartender I’ve ever come across :)

This gorgeous pub is even more cosier after the refurbishment :-) The Sunday Roast and service was impeccable!I love the fact that it's very dog friendly and so accommodating to ones four legged fur babies.

We went here to celebrate a couple of big birthdays and were sadly incredibly disappointed. Having been here a few times prior to the refurbishment we were excited to see what it was like following all the work. As a party of 6 we were asked to pay a deposit and pre-order our meals which was all fine given the time of year. When we arrived it took some time for anyone to come over and say they had just asked the kitchen to start prepping our meals (we had already been to the bar to get our own drinks). It then took ages for our food to arrive, approx 1 hour, and we were told there had been a miscommunication in the kitchen which is why there was a delay - despite there being barely anyone dining at this point. When we received the food we were shocked. Two of our party had ordered the chicken supreme - we were met with chicken in gravy and chips - something you might find from your ‘greasy cafe’ type of eatery, not a gastropub (see photo!) not a single vegetable in sight and were given our condiments 10 minutes after asking for them. We felt the need to complain, the food we received was not what had been advertised on the menu, and kindly the staff member offered a free pudding. That seemed nice, however the pudding menu was mediocre at best - I have never seen ‘jelly and cream’ offered on an adults dessert menu in a restaurant! We went up to the bar to ask for the receipt and waited a further 20-30 minutes for that to arrive. One of our party managed to sort out a discount given our disappointment but unfortunately the whole experience was really quite negative. We were there 2.5 hours and had 1 course - most of that was waiting to be served or waiting for food. Sadly despite it being a local pub to all of us I don’t think we will be back. It’s a shame so much work has been put into doing up the place but yet the food in particular has massively gone downhill.

Lovely refurbished local pub/restaurant with about a dozen parking spaces. Fairly inspired menu with veggie options. Excellent.

We came into have Lunch on a Monday, the atmosphere was lovely, and although there was a few items were not available, we were informed and served by a lovely person called Katie, who made us feel very accommodated for and was lovely to speak to. All together a lovely experience

Kieron and his team were very welcoming and provided excellent service. Food was good and the newly refurbished Albert is a great spot for a local drink. Thank you

Amazing lunch, great atmosphere and a fantastic team… Thanks Rosie and everyone

Very nice atmosphere in this newly refurbished pub.

First time in London and this pub is very near where we are staying. We thought we should just pop out somewhere close and call it good. Little did we know this would be such a fantastic local pub. Excellent drinks. The food was well made, Fish and chips, Steak and ale pie, and chicken supreme were all delicious. Our server Kerran was friendly, jovial and quick with a perfect suggestion for food or beer. We will be.coming back several times during our stay.

Nice new refurbishment. It is a Young's pub after all, so has to look good! Shame that they don't spend the same money on quality of food. Overpriced and poor quality. Chicken supreme (in attached photo) served in a unpleasent pepper sauce and dumped on a bed of cheap French fries. In agreement with another reviewer, my partner was unimpressed with the prawn cocktail starter, especially in regards to size of portion for the price. My own starter of buttermilk chicken was chicken thigh - I expected chicken breast for the price of £9. My partners main of sausage and mash was only lukewarm when served. There was no check-back from staff after food was served. Will not return for food or recommend to others.

I am a Sunday roast reviewer. I am passionate about great tasting food and I love visiting local pubs to try their roast. I am going to be honest. The roast I ordered (chicken) was just average. More specifically, The chicken tasted exactly like those “roast in a bag” chicken from Tescos. Which is not bad, but below what I expect from a pub kitchen charging 19£. Potatoes were the worst though.Tasted microwaved not cooked well inside and not crispy either, Greens were nice, baby carrots ok, Stuffing, again, supermarket like but ok, Yorkshire was ok but tasted and looked like the frozen type. The service was fast and polite, nice ambience. If you’re not too fussed about things tasting freshly made, you are going to be fine, aside of the potatoes the meal was alright and quite filling. This is the place I would come for drinks but not for food necessarily. This roast gets a 6/10. The pub gets a 7.5

Lovely atmosphere and friendly staff. Ordered a prawn cocktail which came in a metal coupe a few bitter endive leaves on the bottom, a tablespoon of prawns on the top, no lemon, no bread, no presentation, all for the princely sum of £9.50 what a disappointment.

Delicious roast with a couple of fine ales. Perfect Sunday afternoon!

Esteemed patrons, allow me to paint a portrait of sheer magnificence, for I speak of none other than The Albert – a bastion of sophistication and conviviality that beckons with the allure of an open fire ablaze in its heart. Step inside, and you are greeted by the embrace of warmth and elegance, the flickering flames casting a gentle glow upon the tapestries adorning the walls. The pub's layout, reminiscent of a stately manor, boasts distinct sections, each offering its own ambience to suit the discerning palate of its clientele. From the snug alcove tucked away by the hearth, where one can indulge in intimate conversations over a glass of fine whisky, to the refined restaurant area with its array of tables and seating options, The Albert caters to every inclination with grace and aplomb. But let us not overlook the pièce de résistance – the beer garden, a verdant oasis of tranquillity where one can bask in the embrace of nature whilst savouring a pint of the finest ale. Here, amidst the verdant foliage and chirping birdsong, one finds a lounge area replete with sumptuous seating, providing the perfect setting for leisurely libations and convivial discourse. And, of course, no recounting of The Albert's splendour would be complete without mention of its staff – a veritable cadre of hospitality wizards, whose warm smiles and impeccable service elevate the experience to celestial heights. Their attentiveness and affability ensure that every visit feels like a reunion with dear friends, leaving one yearning for the next encounter. As a cherished tradition, I bring my family from Holland over to The Albert, eager to impress them with the epitome of British hospitality. And each time, without fail, The Albert surpasses all expectations, leaving my loved ones enamoured by its charm and warmth. Additionally, The Albert welcomes furry friends with open arms, making it a delightful spot for dog lovers. Conveniently located not far from Richmond Park, simply leave the park from Kingston Gate and head straight on at the end of the street to find this oasis of delight. In summation, The Albert stands as a testament to the timeless allure of refined hospitality, where every corner whispers of history and every moment is suffused with the promise of delight. Come, dear friends, and immerse yourselves in its splendour – I assure you, the experience shall linger in your memory like the taste of the finest vintage.

Been visiting this pub for years and was so glad it has had a much needed refurb. The pub now is much more inviting and the outside area is really fabulous. Thought we would try their Sunday roast and wasn’t disappointed. The beef was just the right side of pink with lots of veg. Husband had the chicken and he didn’t leave a morsel. The pub was busy with a good atmosphere and the service was very friendly. Will definitely be back.

So great to see this pub reinvigorated! Door dead delicious and the interior looks amazing and cozy. Thank you Adam for great and friendly service!

We came for a quick lunch and had such a great time, the service was excellent. We were served by Katie who was very attentive. The Pub has recently had a make over which looks 10x better than before and the food is definitely value for money. The change in bread in the sandwich means you feel fuller than just a regular slice of bread.

Friendly staff, relaxed atmosphere, menus great too.

Please stop serving food on tiny plates. My sausage and mash looked like a child’s meal the plate was so small.

Fantastic atmosphere and wonderful food. Lovely cosy feel to it, and very dog friendly. Will certainly be back

Great food and service at reasonable prices. Received a very warm welcome from the team including our dog! The new refurbishment brings a very relaxed vibe to the pub. Highly recommended.

Fab roast. Lovely sides. Great service. And super dog friendly!

Great food, better service. Katie went above and beyond.

Wednesday night dinner, good beer, interesting new menu, great staff. Would recommend.

Food distinctly average, service was poor nobody seemed to know what table people were on. We got someone else's food and told to keep it so someone else's food was very late... nice renovation but you need to train people when you reopen. Pocheta wasn't great very fatty, roast beef over cooked but the chips were great.

My mum works for the under staffed and under funded NHS at kingston hospital, she starts at 7am, we walk past at 6:30. And back out after 3pm On the way in she always suggests I take her in the Albert after. Nipping into the Albert at 3..4 o'clock is her respite. The staff are great, long before the revamp, they care, they remember people. On the relaunch week, I was away, but she went wild and had 5 courses, a gallon of wine and a load of chats. She told me KEN was the top man, but I know all the staff there to be perfect. I have drunk in the Albert for births, emergencies and casual collections- and it is always good. The Tavern is a magnificent local pub.. The Blackhorse is a safe bet But right now, with courtyard and menu and kindness The Albert is a must visit

Wow what a pub! The home-made milk bread is to die for, as is the Guinea fowl rillettes & the buttermilk fried chicken! They’ve recently had a returb and the place looks fantastic, big-up Kerran and the team for giving us Kingston’s best locals pub! Will definitely return ❤️ 🍻

A really nice pub, very relaxing, and recently refurbished to a very good standard. The Sunday roast menu was so confusing I chose something else - less is more! Three mini glass dishes on my fish & chips plate was a bit too much, a normal portion of peas or mushy peas would have been much better. It's a shame there isn't a choice of fries or chips with both fish & chips and burgers too. Extremely disappointed no proper Coca-Cola on tap, bottle it was! Service was great at the start but went downhill to the point where I went to the bar to get the bill. The car park has been extremely poorly designed - surely a better place for cycles than taking up 2-3 car park spaces !!! I hope these things are ironed out before my next visit !!

Wow, love the pub after the refurb! The vegan options are delicious (although the whole menu looks amazing), the interior is traditional and beautiful, and the team are all beaming with enthusiasm, will definitely be visiting more!

The newly refurbed Albert is just lovely! The refreshed menu is delicious. The team are so kind and dog friendly. We enjoyed Sunday lunch here today and the whole family was happy. We are looking forward to our next visit. ☺️

Great thank you for our amazing evening, Katie was absolutely great in making it to feel like visiting old friends. The renovation is lovely, really great place to spend the Friday evening.

Came to see the new renovations and had dinner. They keep a REALLY good pint and delicious menu. I had the buttermilk chicken as a main. It’s really big! And amazing taste.

We enjoyed a promotional 50% off food for reopening. Most of the food was of very good quality and a reasonable price. Wouldn’t hesitate to go back for a suitable event

The refurbishment is beautiful. A very relaxing atmosphere. Was here for lunch had the steak - cooked to perfection. The service was welcoming warm friendly and efficient. looking forward to returning for a Sunday roast soon.

Very mean with food portions emaciated plaice with 5 small new potatoes £17.50 and had to pay an extra £6 for brocoli. Come on we're not all mugs for prices haven't gone up that much for a few extra spuds! Left hungry.

A lovely dining place with sympathetic staff and great food. We often come back to dine here because it is quick and easy. While the menu (if a bit expensive) has some good classics there are also kids meals options. This restaurants is great for a quick lunch or a nice evening with friends/ family.

What a gaff! the Guv'nor is a hell of a host.

Get out there, this pub has something for everyone, including the 4 legged friends. Situated on the edge of Kingston, I can not recommend the food more highly especially the cicken schnitzel. The staff are great fun, engaging and exceptionally welcoming.... no need to book just turn up and have fun.... they also have a delicious selection of delicious pale rose wines ... a little known pub with ample to offer anyone who wants a great venue for lunch or dinner.

Lovely, spacious pub with great service and great food. Had gone past the pub mainly times and it usually looked quite busy, so decided to stop in for lunch; was very pleased with this decision. Service was very quick and our waitress was very friendly. I had the Albert Beef Burger and can highly recommend. My parents had the Haddock and Chips and Chicken Schnitzel, and also said they were very tasty. Only complaint was about the mushy peas, which tasted bad and looked as if they came out of the freezer, but this wasn’t a bother. We shared a Sticky Toffee Pudding for dessert—the portion size was great (very large if we weren’t sharing), and it was very tasty. Would highly recommend if you live locally!

After finishing a lovely walk around Richmond park we found ourselves at The Albert for a Sunday lunch. The beer garden is great and the food even better. Our waitress Athena was also very helpful with questions about the menu.

Paid a few visits here while staying at Kingston hospital and had excellent service every time! They were even kind enough to wrap up food for takeaway one evening. Will definitely be returning!

Love The Albert. Both fish & chips, SBD place and jersey royals were excellent. The staff are really lovely, very accommodating, not intrusive, always helpful. Definitely coming back.

As usual really friendly staff. Great selection of drinks. Love the pub quiz. Always made to feel welcome. Best pub in North Kingston and just a hop to Richmond Park.

Came here a few weeks ago and loved it! Athena and the rest of the team were so helpful and friendly, dog friendly too! Will be returning when back in the area.

We went to The Albert to watch a football match with friends. They had a party downstairs, but the service was impeccable. We ordered food and it was brought to us within 15 minutes. The Albert burger was very juicy, one of the best burgers I had in years. I will definitely go back!

They treated both Lily dog and I very well.

We spoke mostly to Adam V. He was delightful and hugely welcoming to us and our dog. Water and a blanket were brought for him to get him comfortable and we were very well attended to. The food was good pub grub.

Booked a table for 6 pm and arrived to find that 2 of the mains had run out, which was very disappointing. We ordered our food and had numerous apologies from the very polite and friendly waiting staff. The food was fairly good, but the atmosphere and the lovely guys behind the bar compensated for our earlier disappointment.

Lovely establishment with the friendliest staff in Kingston. Adam, Taylor, Kerran, Katie and Athena are always attentive, professional and hilarious. Greats drinks and food here with a fab team.

Lovely late lunch. Great food. Spacious and comfortable dining area. Welcoming and friendly service from Adam. Will come again

Me and my partner had the chicken schnitzel. This might be liked by some but we just thought it’s too greasy/oily and difficult to finish. However, the service was so nice that I didn’t even mind. Adam Venables was fantastic, very attentive, polite, enthusiastic and super nice. Went the extra mile for us and we are very grateful. We will definitely be back, thanks Adam!

Really good pub to have as our local. Always feel very welcomed by Kerran, Adam, Katie, Ken & Taylor. Lovely food and great service / vibe, liking the new menu options :-) Would definitely recommend!

Went for the Sunday roast - we were a mixed group of italian, portuguese and brazilian - and everyone loved it. We booked ahead and I love that we can book online from anytime between 12h-17h! Beef was amazing, a loved the glazed carrot, the potatoes were amazinh and the broth as well. Great sunday

Wonderful food and great service from our waiter Taylor. 😋

Came in for a bite to eat and a pint after a long walk around Richmond park. Adam’s service was absolutely outstanding! Very attentive and welcoming. Food came quickly and was absolutely delicious, Adam’s recommendations were very much appreciated and enjoyed! Can’t wait to visit again soon, thank you team!

Lovely food, great service, plenty of options for seating inside and out

Such a great pub. Moved to the area a year ago and straight away the staff made me feel like a local. Great food, super friendly staff, highly recommend. Taylor is a legend….5 Stars

No complaints all lovely but seems weird to be charging service charge on drinks you go to the bar to order and collect yourself ??

We had a fantastic family Sunday lunch here yesterday, five adults and 3 kids. Roast chicken, pork & beef with the hugest yorkies even wirh the kids portions! Myself & my grandson fancied the Albert burger which didn't disappoint. And the Apple & rhubarb crumble was lush! Nothing was too much trouble for the friendly staff. Surprisingly not that busy for such a great pub close to Richmond park. We will definitely be back for more of the same!!