The Bear in Elmbridge - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Keira was very helpful, friendly and cheerful.

Opposite a regenerated river walk, this pub/restaurant is lovely. We went to a dog photoshoot event and decided to have lunch there. The food was great ( be aware that portions are large) the staff were helpful and friendly and the atmosphere was lovely. Definitely recommend. Dog friendly, child friendly.

Never eaten here before so we thought we’d try one Fri night. It was OK, nice atmosphere and welcome. But the food and menu choice is not as good as other pubs in area Service with Nele, however, was excellent

Fabulous meal and good value for money. Service was exceptional and not all rushed. Looking forward to our next visit!!

Unfortunately, we had a poor experience. It’s a nice pub but the service from the start although friendly was very slow and not very professional. We had several of the waiters/waitresses walk past our table empty handed when we had empty plates etc and things were forgotten several times. We’re not sure if they were understaffed but there were only 2 other tables eating and it was quiet. The food was poor overall. It was bland and lacked seasoning. We both had the orzo salad which was meant to come with feta cheese but came with mainly mozzarella even though the waitress said it was vegan feta. The orzo was also very overcooked and mushy, had no seasoning and the dish was missing ingredients. We would have been fine if we were told this previously but we weren’t. The courgette fritters were again bland and the garlic and paprika mayo just tasted like mayo. We ordered the Apple Galette and the chocolate brownie for dessert. The brownie was actually very nice but the Apple galette was awful. It is supposed to have flaky pastry but it was completely soggy and uncooked. It had obviously been put in the microwave to heat up which was just pure laziness and really disappointing. We mentioned this to the waitress and luckily she took it off the bill for us. Unfortunately we won’t be returning.

We were visiting for the first time yesterday and found the pub very welcoming however my food was really awful. I had the mussels with bread and chips and was really looking forward it . When it arrived it had a weird smell which did turn my stomach . Most of the mussels shells were empty and the bread was so hard I thought I would break my teeth . As we were meeting people for the first time who had arranged the get together it was really difficult to make a scene about the food. The fries were fine but that was all I ate . The roasts werent great either and it was really difficult to cut into the potatoes . My husband's pasta was bland to say the least. Sadly will not be returning or recommending.

Dog friendly, lovely atmosphere, immaculate interior and exterior. Lovely clean toilets. Car park. River walk opposite. Friendly, helpful staff. The food was great. Truly delicious.

Fish and chips were delicious, great garden and dog friendly

Beautiful pub. We were going to the ivy over the road but the car park was so small in the Ivy and snobby customers so we came over the road and the car park was much nicer and bigger in the Bear. The staff in the Bear was so wonderful and attentive. Really lovely decor and nice you can sit outside or inside. I am veggie and had a pomegranate salad that was very yummy just could have had some more pomegranate in. My husband had a fish finger ciabatta sandwich. The fish was very yummy but the ciabatta was very hard, it could do with being cooked less and some oil on it.

Not been in here for years and suddenly realised the same manager as the penny black…….well standards follow. Mouthwatering food, atmosphere you don’t want to leave and service that makes u smile for days

Lovley pub in cobham, nice rear beer garden and seating out the front opposite the river.

My friends and I take part in the pub quiz when we can. It’s great fun and a very convivial atmosphere. The staff are very friendly and the quiz master - Andy does a great job!

Great and delicious food, and fabulous service. Our amazing waitress was smiley, attentive and delivered some really nice touches throughout the dinner. Would recommend and will definately return.

I love this pub! I had a Steak Bavette with some homemade crispy fries, simple and delicious! I was with my dog, and he was also happy with his bowl of water and some treats :-) The atmosphere is quiet and elegant.

Awesome service, we’ve been a group of almost 20 and we’ve all been served really good. Thank you Keira for taking care of us

So disappointed to find out when we got home that you actually charged £6 extra to swap chips for potatoes!!! We spent nearly £200 on food and drink. Chose this restaurant as it was half way for us all to meet. The food was tasty, but this has put such a downer on our experience at the Bear!!!

Very friendly and welcoming staff

like the atmosphere and lovely garden. Food is average, I booked a table and missed 2 chairs so couldn’t seat and service was very slow…had to wait 30mns and go to bar to get drinks and 40 mns to get dessert. too long….

We enjoyed a fantastic dinner at The Bear. Really friendly atmosphere and delicious food, really impressed with all our courses.

This is a very underused pub possibly because of its location but they have lovely staff, a lovely pub and I dare say lovely food from what we saw although we didn't eat any

Our first time there! We all had Sunday roast (2 beef, 1 trio of meats) & absolutely loved it! My husband needed extra gravy as he has a slight problem swallowing so he asked & there was no issue with that, whereas I some places, they make you feel like you shouldn't have asked! Hannah our server was attentive & friendly from the moment we arrived to the moment we left. What a great place to have a meal!

Really nice place and service by Jelly was amazing warm and friendly! As a veggie the roast was not out of this world but I always know these are sometimes not the best. One person on our table had the fish and chips and said it was incredible! They don't play around with their portion sizes!

Had our wedding drinks in The Bear last Friday afternoon for a couple of hours prior to a meal across the road in The Ivy. ALL the staff were wonderful from start to finish. Very helpful without being too “busy” around us. EVERYTHING we asked for was provided within a couple of minutes. BIG THANKS to IZZY and ALL the staff. Regards, Pete and V. xx

Friendly, Helpful & lovley people who run it. The food was lovely & BIG. I had the chocolate browning & Honeycombe dessert it was wonderful. Thank you for a lovely afternoon lunch I will be back

Friendly staff, lovely atmosphere,good food, great location with beautiful views!

Delicious food, family friendly service, lovely surroundings! What more could you ask?!

The Bear Pub in Cobham is an absolute treasure! The atmosphere is fantastic, with a cozy and inviting vibe that makes you feel right at home. Keira and Mia provided outstanding service, adding warmth and charm to our visit. Their attentiveness and friendly demeanor made our experience truly special. Highly recommended for anyone seeking great food, excellent service, and a wonderful ambiance! 10/10

Little hidden gem,beautiful beer garden perfect for a summer afternoon. Friendly staff and clean toilets Would visit again

Matthew and his team could not do enough to make my special event full of joy. I wanted to be outside as it was good weather, Matt Still kept an emergency area free inside incase of rain. The staff are so kind and moved mountains to make sure i celebrated with Joy displaying the Prosecco beautifully. The garden is so pretty , pretty lighting , heaters and comfy chairs. HUGE THANK YOU for an evening i will never forget.

Friendly pub, with an inviting atmosphere. Dogs and families welcome

Quite enjoyed our meal at The Bear but the service was a bit slow.

Very nice food and welcoming atmosphere. We were a big company, all went smooth and professional.

Really great place for Sunday Lunch. Having had a disappointing one the other week at a different local pub it was a welcome change. Chicken was very well cooked and the breaded parsnip was nice and different

Lovely family dinner at the Bear in Cobham, entertaining my parents visiting from the States. Keira was great! Will be back soon.

Hannah was so lovely - great service. Super friendly. And lovely food x

Fantastic! Lovely traditional pub with great food, but what set it apart for us was the service. We received a warm welcome on arrival and Nelly, our server, was super friendly and engaging throughout. We’ll definitely be back!

Friendly bar staff, lovely beer garden in the back and proper outdoor seating in the front

the pub has plenty of history, the staff were friendly and my beef cheek pie was superb. Some of the potatoes were burnt at the edges, but aside from that a lovely lunch. We will return.

Brilliant Sunday roast in the garden. Great service with a personal touch, as usual. We loved it ! Thanks

Came here last minute for a roast and was really good. Very helpful and friendly service.

Great service and food. Hannah was brilliant!

Great food, great service & great atmosphere. Hannah was a lovely server. particularly enjoyed the sticky toffee pudding!

Great experience once again. Big praise goes towards my servers Aimee and Kerri attentive and caring as per usual. Amazing

Keira is really kind, helpful and cheerful Keira really made my day hip hip hurray for Keira.😃💖 love Francesca aged 8 and Hugo aged 6.

Wow they’ve really turned this place around. While the service and decor has always been great here the food was really letting everything else down. Having heard they were under new management we visited again and were amazed at the difference in the food. This time the food both looked and tasted delicious. It’s a great place for fancy pub food, super convenient location and it’s dog friendly! This is a beautiful pub with a lovely beer garden and the staff are wonderful. It’s upmarket but family friendly - the menu is finally doing them all justice. They have games and dog treats and high chairs and the vibe is cosy and clean. Thank you for a great visit.

Lovely, welcoming pub with a surprisingly large beer garden. We had a delicious lunch here with our children. The portions are generous and the food was great. Had been here previously and the service and vibe has always been excellent but the food was really terrible before new management took over. The staff are really brilliant here, we were served by a girl called Keira who was so good and really on it. Thankfully they’ve fixed the food issue and this place is now a bit of a gem. And it’s dog friendly! Definitely worth a visit if you’re passing through or visiting Painshill Park.

The food, atmosphere and staff were all excellent. Compared to to London the prices were reasonable and good value for money. My first visit and I loved it. The bar area was cosy and busy but not noisy neither was the restaurant. So looking forward to going there again.

Another visit to the bear at cobham! And it was 5/5 stars for the whole experience :) the lovely server Hannah was so attentive and gave some great recommendations from the menu. Will definitely be returning!!

Came due to being close to the services before holidays. Food was incredible, service was second to none. Would recommend to anyone.

Nice friendly pub and comfortable seating area. Nothing ‘healthy’ on the menu. Went for fish and chips. A huge plate arrived and chips were nice, but fish was all batter and mushy peas tasted burnt. Won’t eat there again.

Lovely cosy pub with wholesome good food, amazing fish and chips! service great, staff lovely, will definitely return.

We went back to The Bear Pub in Cobham for lunch, and let me tell you, it was awesome! Seriously, the fish was out of this world – crispy on the outside, tender on the inside. Best pub fish I've ever had, hands down. They've added a bunch of new sauces, and it's a game-changer! I'm talking tangy tartar, griddled half lemon, and even spicy curry sauce. Each one brought a whole new vibe to the dish – we couldn't get enough. The chips – perfectly crispy and seasoned just right. Plus, the portion was spot-on – filled me up without making me feel like I needed a nap afterward. The vibe at The Bear Pub is always chill, and the staff are super friendly. They really know how to make you feel at home. An extra special thank you for Matt, Izzy and Hannah, they looked after us superbly! So, if you're in Cobham and craving some top-notch fish and chips, hit up The Bear Pub. You won't regret it!

Beautiful place. The food was amazing and the drinks came quickly. Hannah was a great host. Thank you so much for a wonderful meal.

A truly lovely pub, with a lovely ambience, friendly service and beautiful food. Having been away for over 24 years, this was a really great way to return to our old ground. The food was delicious, properly hot and so gorgeous; the beef rib simply melted off the bone - stunning! Friendly, welcoming service complimented the food and the very clean premises made it just right. Thank you for making us feel so welcome and valued.

Lovely relaxing Mother’s Day meal… very friendly and helpful staff. Games available for the children. We got given a nice table tucked away which was nice.

Outstanding pies, great service, lovely pub.

We went to the Bear for an early Mother’s Day lunch with our two dogs. The service was brilliant (from the staff who showed us to our table to the waitress who looked after us during the meal) - our waitress went the extra mile accommodating my mum’s food allergies. The food was really tasty and the atmosphere was great. It was our first time visiting and we’ll definitely be back. Thank you!

Outstanding menu and the food was simply scrumptious. We enjoyed excellent service and the padrón peppers recalled our life in Spain, the whole experience was delightful and we finished with a couple of excellent coffees. The dining room has a lovely colour scheme and is beautifully designed. Thank you so much.

Lovely pub. Friendly staff, lovely beer garden with blankets for when it gets chilly. Great food every time and generally a nice place to spend time at.

Lovely welcoming staff, that were very attentive. Good wholesome food and a nice bar area as well. The only down side was the wine was excessively expensive. I do not know where they get there pricing from?

WE had an amazing time at the Bear where we held a Baby shower event. It was such an intimate affair. The food was good and well represented. The service was amazing. Nele, Hannah and Keira were first class, nothing was too much for them. They went above and beyond. Thanks a lot ladies. We appreciate you.

Private party for 25 people. The whole experience was quite outstanding from start to finish. The food was great, the private room just right and the service was faultless. Nothing was too much for them. All the guests commented on what a great venue we had found- so thank you for making it a really memorable occasion.

Great welcoming, friendly staff, wholesome food, wine menu prices totally over the top.

It's out first time exploring Cobham. We stopped in The Bear, Cobham by chance. Loads of parking. On entry there is a jar of dog treats, I'm sold! Next I spotted a dog under a table, I'm in! This is my kinda place. A blazing fire on a cold Sunday evening. A table of card and board games. Friendly bar staff guiding us to the plentiful menu and super cosy seating. Holy God, the Chicken Supreme! I'd happily reach for it as my last meal. Fresh wholesome chicken crispy skin, lightly seasoned, veg, delicious gravy, roasties, roasted parsnip and a huge Yorkshire pudding. It was like a hug on a plate. It was a bonus to share some banter with the waiter & lovely chats with random strangers and their doggo's. We came in hungry. We left with full bellies and warm smiles. Highly recommend a visit, order some great grub, chat with a stranger and embrace the here and now for a bit. Thanks to all for tonights wonderful experience 🥰

We hosted a baby shower in the private room at The Bear in Cobham. The room was the perfect size for our party of 15. The staff were first class - went above and beyond and made sure we had everything we needed. No request was too big. Particularly would like to mention Nele, Keira and Hannah - thank you ladies for making our day run smoothly and for all your help Thanks

The Fish and Chips were good, the sauces were not. The beef pie and fish pie weren't pies! They were baked stews with no pastry. Don't call them pies. And the price for those stews is pretty ridiculous. THEY DON'T HAVE PIES, ONLY SMALL STEWS IN SMALL CAST IRON PANS. The fish in the fish STEW tasted old and way overcooked. The mac'n cheese was unseasoned, glue-like mush. Just thick bechamel with absolutely no salt, no cheesey flavor, only a thin layer of some tasteless gratinated pizza cheese or something on top. The food took way too long for a restaurant where hardly anybody was eating at that time. On a Saturday around lunchtime you'd expect the chefs to work much faster.

Great lunch with babies. Keira and Gina were really helpful and came to the table to take orders etc whilst we managed the newborns!

Delicious food and great service from really lovely waitress!

Keira and Hannah gave fantastic service. So friendly, helpful and attentive. The food was also delicious!

Had a Sunday roast for four, unfortunately one of the roast beef had to be changed as it was very tough!! The service was good and our server was very helpful. Not bad value but nothing special. I think there are better options in the area for a Sunday roast

We went for dinner and the food was amazing and the staff were very friendly. We will definately be back soon.

First time visiting, enjoyed our Sunday lunch and bonus for us that it is dog friendly.

We had a good meal celebrating a birthday. All meals were well received and enjoyed. Service was excellent, timely, polite and efficient at all stages, from greeting to payment. We were served by Hannah and Nele, both were very good at their job.

Lovely old pub, which we visited on a cold January evening. We went for Toad in the Hole and Haddock and chips. Both were great and not a long wait. Service was impeccable. We enjoyed the Young's Original ale, just wish the Special had been on offer but understand that it's all about what sells.

Great food, plenty in plate, and great service. First visit was very impressed. Would recommend

Very good staff .attentive . Food sadly was disappointing . Over cooked food and need to change oil in fryer . Maybe just an off day !?

Absolutely amazing service not only on the day but leading up to. They managed to book my daughter and I in last minute I think a week or two leading up to Christmas. On arrival we were greeted with warm lovely smiles, happy Christmas etc and they interacted with my daughter which I thought was really special. We arrived at our table and they had crackers for us, a little bag with stickers and colouring for my daughter and a card!! Drinks order was taken almost immediately and then our starters came out, then mains and desserts. Very quick, very friendly and my daughter and I had the best Christmas meal. Thank you 💚

Popped in with friends this evening and enjoyed a few glasses of delicious mulled wine. What a great pub! The fire was roaring, the staff were all really friendly and the atmosphere was great! We didn't eat on this occassion but the menu looked fabulous and I will certainly be back soon to give it a try.

Can't thank Matt and the team enough! Held a birthday suprise here and from start to finish the staff went above and beyond to help us. Perfect room for a private venue & will definitely be using again. Thanks again! :)

Having been to this pub back in February I left with so much disappointment. However returned yesterday as I had heard there was a whole new team at the pub. All I can say it “What a team”. The food was amazing and was such an improvement. I could not fault one thing and from the waitress, to the bar staff to the kitchen staff the service was impeccable. Well done to the new team and will be back again soon.

For Christmas, it was pretty quiet, not even any music. But a really beautiful pub and open fire. The service was excellent ! We all had the Christmas menu and it was very good tasting food. The apple crumble serving was the size of a whole pie ! And the apple slices were cut in quarters…way too big to eat delicately. And the crumble topping was rock hard. Make this dessert MUCH smaller ! Overall, a lovely evening.

Had a really good Sunday lunch with my parents and nephew on Sunday! The food was lovely, atmosphere was great and the hostess Hannah was fantastic.

I held a Learn to Crochet workshop here last week and will be holding more in January. Fantastic ambience, lovely friendly and kind staff, the best coffee and pastries and so welcoming. Lucky to have this so near. Thank yoi

Thank you, all very good and very friendly staff 😊😊

Generally it was good however the variety of the menu is very little. The staff were lovely

Lovely place , good location, friendly staff, food was delicious and they have there own car park too , would recommend to anyone reading this , 10/10

Booked an area for a few quite a few guests the day after our wedding. Space was great, staff were lovely and food was delicious! Weather allowed us to enjoy the lovely garden too! :)

Lovely cosy and friendly pub. Wandered in with the dog to escape the rain. Played some board games to keep the kids entertained for an hour or so before ordering. Food was good, apparently the burger was fantastic. They could have a few more veggie options and the steak was OK (what I'd expect for the price). However overall good reasonable pub grub. The staff were welcoming and even bought the dog treats and water. Although, we sat inside, they do have a large covered and heated patio out the back, so sitting outside wouldn't have been an issue despite the weather.

Lovely wait staff, cosy pub. Thanks Hannah

Our Scout Group Trustee Board meet regularly at the Bear, 4 times a year and once again we were very well looked after , the drinks snacks and service were all excellent and the atmosphere caring and friendly , very important for a long meeting after busy day's work ... Well done The Bear and hope to be back soon at our pub of choice .

Looked after well by Charlotte, great food & atmosphere 👌 well deserved 5 stars

Think there’s a new owner, food was absolutely delicious, had the steak sandwich. Drinks were also well priced for near London, will definitely be coming back. Nice garden on front and back

Lovely pub, nice sized garden front and rear, nice friendly staff, nice atmosphere

Good location right on the highstreet. Limited parking behind a barrier, which was quite frustrating. There wasn't enough space but we got stuck inside the carpark, as you need a token to exit! Had to go inside to get a token from the bar before being able to leave. Was able to park on the road nearby. Atmosphere was nice, and the food was pretty good. Unfortunately the service was very very slow. We had to wait more than 1hr for our food to arrive which is pretty unacceptable. We were made aware there would be a delay, due to a large party ordering before us, but it still took way too long. They offered to give us a complementary round of drinks, which was appreciated, but the experience was tainted. When the food did arrive, the portions were massive and the food was tasty. It was reasonably priced, so on balance we'd be likely to return

Very nice pub , chilled out rear garden and friendly, helpful staff. Bear burger was smashing.

Great find! Stopped for lunch. Staff friendly. Service was excellent food arrived promptly. Recommend the Bear burger.

Nice pub, but food wasn't good. Roast beef is £22 and it was dry over cooked. Been sitting on a hotplate for hours. They did take it off the billl

Very friendly and accommodating, we'd booked a table outside and the weather turned from blistering heat to rain (typical summer) and moving to a protected table outside was no issue. Food and service both great. Would definitely recommend it's a hidden gem.

Really nice find.nice garden great burgers. Staff friendly too

Enjoyed a Roast on Sunday, best I’ve had for a really long time, good portions, all rich with flavour. This is the place for a decent meal! Couldn’t recommend enough, I’ll be back!