The Boot and Flogger in Southwark

We went with a large party of family and friends and enjoyed an excellent Sunday lunch. The food was first class and the service also, front of house very friendly and attentive and all the staff went out of their way to make ours an enjoyable visit. Only three small reservations. (i) Some of the main courses were just warm and not hot when they were served. This can sometimes occur with a large party but a hotplate or two in the kitchen would solve the problem. (ii) The premises would benefit from offering a draft lager. There was only bottles available. A draft like Peroni or Heineken would have been great. (iii) The pear crumble sweet was not great. The crumble was scratchy and the (tinned) pear was dry, You might want to remove it from the menu and replace it with something else- we left ours. Otherwise excellent- thank you very much and see you again soon.

Popped in early Saturday evening. First time for me but our friends had been before. Place was actually very quiet but they suited us. We only wanted a drink so shared a lovely bottle of wine. Decoration inside the pub is amazing! Will definitely visit again 👍🏻

Bon bar à vins, avec un assez large choix de vins / pétillants au verre. Ne serait-ce que pour le cadre typiquement britannique, le lieu vaut le détour !

We stopped off for drinks as this had been flagged up in our London Walks book. The welcome was wonderful, and we shared a fab bottle of red. When we were about to leave, our lovely bar server offered to show us around. The ‘tour’ was really interesting, and we felt like valued customers, despite only being there for 1 drink. We left to go to a restaurant for a pre-booked lunch, but on arrival we were told we would need to return our table in 45 mins due to some maintenance work. We left immediately, and returned to Boot & Flogger for a delicious lunch in excellent surroundings. Worth a stop if ever in Southwark!

Very disappointed. The steak was shared. It was very fatty, under cooked (and I like it medium rare usually), and badly cooked. Half the steak was fat, with very little meat to eat. It was over priced, expensive, bad value for money. Been here before and it was good (before COVID). Service was good, waitress was very attentive. Wine was good, and also Irish coffee was good.

Ate here on a Friday evening and loved it. Service was excellent, on point but not intrusive. Opted for the bangers and mash and hubby had chicken with put lentils both were fantastic and super hot. Did not have room for pudding but will spread the word and definitely return when we are next in London, a true gem of a place.

Superb ambience, great wine list, and reasonable prices. It was my first time back since lockdown; why did I leave it so long?!

We visited here on a Saturday lunchtime to meet friends before a theatre trip. We arrived at 12.30 and the place was very quiet. Service was good as a result. In fact, Juan, our waiter was excellent. We had three courses and soft drinks and the bill for two was about £60 per head. Perhaps I am out of touch with London prices, but it seemed in the high side. The food was simple but good for what it was. The place is dark inside, but feels historic. Finding it was not easy as the entrance is set back from the road up some steps. Our biggest complaint was that the ladies toilets were downstairs which was difficult for one of our party to reach as she walks with a stick. The gents was on the ground floor - interesting allocation of space!

If I said how good it was- maybe it would be fully booked next time I want a table However the experience- ask them about the history The service was amazing- no idea who is in charge but the boss has got it right They even had a new member of staff on a trial- I would employ her Many thanks Banksy

I visit this restaurant when I wish to meet one of my business associates since it is easier for him to meet me there. This is a charming and cosy public house where we are always made to feel very welcome. We are tucked away in a corner where we can talk and enjoy our food without too much noise. The beer and pre lunch drinks are excellent and the simple and basic food perfectly cooked. The staff go out of their way to make us feel special clients. I look forward to my next visit,

Always come here before Shakespeare at The Globe. Despite being a stonesthrow from London Bridge and Borough Market, the place is never less than serene. Food is good but not cheap; wine selection is excellent - but not cheap. Bit of a theme developing here. What I would say, is that the atmosphere and the staff are top notch and we are always happy to pay a little over the odds for such a good experience.

Lovely venue let down by disappointing, expensive food. My Potted Crab starter was bland. It went downhill from there. For main I ordered the sirloin steak, medium rare. It wasn't the thick juicy steak I'd hoped and was over cooked, medium well. Side of stem broccoli was soft and mushy (microwaved?), not al dente. Lemon tart dessert was again bland - not zesty or tangy. Their website boast of good food is sadly far from the reality. Go for a drink perhaps but don't bother with the food.

We found this place after going to the borough market and finding it way too crowded for our liking. We arrive 20 minutes before they opened and they seated us anyway and were so kind about it. My daughter has celiac and they were able to accommodate her and were absolutely wonderful about it. Couldn’t have asked for better service and the food was amazing!!

My wife and I visited last weekend after a trip to the Globe. We had reserved a table inside but they were able to accommodate us in their courtyard which, on a sunny day, was a lovely place to relax. The service was exceptional, with everyone really helpful in selection of food and wine. The quality of both was wonderful. Overall it was an outstanding experience and me we will want to repeat next time we are in the city

Had a house white and was made to feel welcome with great service in what I feared might be a dusty atmosphere. There is a nice seating area in the back for summer. May return for a meal one day in winter as the interior is dark, brooding but nicely atmospheric and well dressed. The wine was good.

We had our work charity night here. Gary the quizmaster was excellent. The sharing plates they did was fantastic and all staff were really on the ball. A very well ran place.

Venue is very nice but was very disappointed with the steak, asked for medium rare and it came out too well done. It was chewy and the fat was not cooked. Would not recommend the steak, but overall the desert and starters very nice.

I celebrated my 40th birthday here. The food and service was amazing. Jose and Monica looked after us really well. The staff were so helpful from my first enquiry. I highly recommend Boot and Flogger

Impressive history, but not impressed with the food. Overcooked steaks, not enough vegetables, cold.

Once again, a fantastic visit to the boot and flogger. Came for a late lunch on a Thursday for business and wasn't disappointed. I chose the lamb which was cooked to perfection and the accompanying jus matched perfectly. My two fellow diners felt just as passionate about their meals. Was a soft drink lunch, but the service was impeccable (as usual). My favourite venue in London for graat food & great service without the pomp & pageantry which it could easily command. You guys nail it!

Visiting the city purely in search of some beautiful drinking spots, this topped the bunch. I wasn't sure what to expect so when greeted at the door by a Maitre d' and given a list of bottled beers, I thought I'd misjudged this as a pub - and sure, it's probably more aimed towards a bottle of wine with canapes, but we were made to feel very welcome in a stunning bar area with comfy leather seats, and a warm atmosphere. After speaking to the staff for a while over the venue itself and how they operate, I'm looking forward to finding an excuse to come back, maybe sample some food and a bottle of vintage port.

I booked a table for some of our family and very special friends over from Ireland, we had been before but just for the occasional meal, this was a very important gathering. This is a real hidden gem it’s so easy to miss, hundreds of years old situated opposite an ancient graveyard which was for prostitutes and ne’er do wells. We were put in a private dining room that had such awesome character it felt like we had gone back 100 years. The server (a lovely French lady I forgot her name) was amazing she was bubbling with personality, character and a great sense of humour she really made our visit special. The food was great we had a wide variety and everyone enjoyed it, the fish pie does come with a boiled. Egg inside so if you are not into eggs probably best to avoid. Anyway great place highly recommended, I’d give the service six stars if I could. Oh and we had the table for the whole night, none of the “you have it for 90 minutes” rubbish that is so common these days in London

Outstanding food. Bangers and Mash were top notch. After the trip I asked my kids what in London was their favorite meal and this won hands down. This was one of the hottest days in London and the restaurant had many cancellations that day but...

Great food, came quickly, and staff just so friendly (Thanks for the short history lesson on what a boot and flogger is, and the demo! Jose) highly recommended.

Spent a pleasant evening here catching up with old friends. It was easy to book, they were full but our table felt quiet and cosy. The staff were all friendly and the service was efficient. The food wasn't gourmet restaurant level but it was a...

We had a lovely meal catching up with old friends. Food is good and we found ourselves tucked away in a corner which was great.

We had booked lunch for 1 pm and arrived a little before this. When booking I was asked to type in a leaving time and I put in 2.15 pm. Our first table was too dark to read the menu- but the waiter moved us...

Went to the Boot and Flogger last night for a drink about 6pm. We have often been for drinks or dinner without a reservation, but as soon as we entered we were accosted by the bartender, asking "if he could help us" in that passive-aggressive...

Fantastic! History, Ambiance, Great Food, Great Service! Who could ask for more! Love the Boot & Flogger. THE Best Davey’s wine bar By Far!

Gary and his team were just fantastic. Brilliant food, good choice of beers and really spot on hospitality. We had a charity quiz night and raised £730. If you’re looking for a work event place with a really professional team then this is the place.

Have been here many times for both social and work purposes and it has always been excellent. The staff are very helpful, the atmosphere is great and the food is always very good. Highly recommend it. Will return many times in the future.

A lovely venue with cosy chairs, wood panelling and friendly staff. There is a good wine list and decent wholesome food to go with it. Somewhere to go with old friends.

Excellent service and incredible food. I would highly recommend this place

We arrived at the restaurant to find that it was closed, notwithstanding that they had accepted our reservation via Open Table. As it was New Year's Eve, this oversight condemned us to more than two hours of wandering around seeking to find an alternative place to dine.

We had a family lunch and the staff were very friendly. The food was very good and the wine excellent. All in a lovely ambience..

Exceptionally good. Had my 21st birthday dinner here for 25 people and we were catered for excellently. My highest commendation to Jose who looked after us and made sure the evening went smoothly. Will be back again very soon!

I went with my wife and found it to be a lovely spot for a cosy drink and meal. I'd not been to a Davy's for quite some time, so I was delighted that this restaurant (the original!) still retains the traditional charm and ambience of the brand that I recall. Great food, very helpful and friendly staff, and great service. Thoroughly recommend and will be returning.

Agree with all the positive reviews on TA. Old, original Davy's pub/bar/restaurant so don't expect fancy cocktails and funky music! But we are of a certain age where we like 'tradional' and thats what you get here. Good old tradional perfect service and solid tasty...

Eaten here many times, great atmosphere, service and food.

I loved this bar. It has a cosy, informal vibe and had a good atmosphere without being too busy on a Friday evening. Very large selection of wines and good food.

Excellent Staff, very polite, professional, and friendly. We were a group of 7 and we had a last-minute cancellation and the staff told us not to worry, some restaurants can be very stroppy. Add to this the delicious food and all-round it's a good night...

Great service staff cozy quiet wine bar a hidden gem<br />5 🌟

Loved the decor, service was excellent, the food was amazing. We had a Rioja 2013 it was incredible! Amazing varieties of wines. Such a interesting pub, very old and traditional which added to its charm.

can't fault the service, a really nice gent gave us a little bit of background history and lovely warm lady was there on hand, it just makes your visit more enjoyable. Will be visiting again soon .

Had a lovely meal here. Service is prompt and friendly. Food is great. The pub is lovely. Am looking forward to visiting again sometime soon (hopefully).

We had a problem with payment - there is still a second charge on a credit card and I have been unable to get the accounts department on the phone despite 4 phone calls and leaving a message

We attended for my other half's birthday on 28/10. The staff were amazing, so friendly, attentive and made my other half feel very special. The food however was below par. My chicken schnitzel was so greasy that I had to dab it with paper towels....

Spent a lazy afternoon soaking up the ambience, sipping Rioja and chatting with family. Staff are friendly and welcoming. You'll love the quaint furniture - high back leather chairs and relaxed atmosphere

Just a very friendly, relaxed place with a good atmosphere, great wine and a simple but good menu.

This hidden gem is simply wonderful. The service is fantastic (Jose is the best possible host!), the food is good and the setting is very cosy.

I was expecting a great wine list and great service, but it was just ok, not amazing, I think the history of The Boot and Flogger is more substantial than the actual overall experience.

The pub is a hidden gem, wines were excellent,service was good, Unfortunately I was threatened with violence a couple of times by this man who was with his partner, I will not be going to this gem of a pub again, I do think the...

Nice bar / restaurant off the beaten track - busy but quiet enough to have a decent conversation with mates. Food was great - smallish size but a great taste. Staff very warm and welcoming and a credit to the establishment. Thanks for a great night.

My first visit to Boot and Flogger, but decidedly not my last! Truly a perfect ambience, with excellent British and continental food, for entertaining friends or international guests. Comfortable seating, attentive but not intrusive service, moderate pricing (for London) - it was a terrific night. I noted that they also have private rooms of various sizes, which would be great for special entertaining.

Food was amazing. Service ok - the waiter we had struggled to make recommendations. Really lovely venue inside. One loud and very brash table dominated the noise levels. When they left it was much better. Some quiet background music wouldn’t go amiss. Would definitely go again - not cheap but very reasonable for the quality of food.

Wandering in late on Saturday evening spending the day celebrating my birthday the 5 of us settled in here really well as it was charming, wt was warm and welcoming, as were the staff. You really need to try it to see how good it...

When approaching the restaurant, we thought it might be closed as it was very anonymous from the outside, but were happily surprised to see it open. Nice staff, cosy chairs, good food and wine!

We chose this wine bar based on the good reviews and proximity to the Sam Wanamaker theatre. It has an atmospheric old world charm with interesting wine trade memorabilia and comfy leather armchairs. We were glad we had reserved a table for 5:30 pm as...

Went for Sunday lunch before seeing a show at the chocolate factory which is closeby. Both starters and main courses were first class and the recommendation to have the cauliflower cheese was a good one! Staff were very helpful. well worth a visit.

Sounds like I am about to start a joke and in a way I am. I have been taking colleagues from the City and Canary Wharf to the B & F for more years than I care to remember, sometimes I have made reservation but...

Hake was replaced with Sea Bass but was still great. Portion on the fish slightly small but food quality across all courses was excellent. The venue itself is unique and has both character and isn’t too loud. Would definitely return!

For a few years I have been seeking out London's best pubs and old fashioned restaurants. While management might prefer me to call it 'character' - B&F has oodles of it. Service is marvelous. I visited early on Saturday evening. Not busy - apparently it...

Decent restaurant, very good ambience. Service was pretty average on the night i attended.

Well worth finding for a glass of wine and even though didn’t try it the food looked good. Only thing toilets were across a dark courtyard but absolutely spotless

Taken here for an early evening glass of wine after lunch Downstairs bar cozy and great for a chat They appear to have a great menu but didn’t eat Would also be lovely in summer as they have a terrace Only down side The toilets...

This is a really good watering hole, in a quiet spot near London Bridge.<br />Unfortunately, I picked up some negative vibes outside the Pub, and found that the history of prostitution and unmarked graves made me nervous in the area. <br />But this is no reflection on the Pub, which gives excellent service

I have been coming here for many years for a Christmas Lunch early in December. This year was the best yet. Service great, food too! Decent glass of house red - what's not to like?

Recent visit to the Boot and Flogger with a group of friends for a Christmas get together in early December:* Extremely slow service - waited 20-30 minutes for the main course, meals then brought over a 20 minute period. * They brought the (overcooked) seabass first, then took it away 'because other meals weren't ready', when the fish returned after everything else it was inedible.* Main courses VERY overcooked, meats and fish like cardboard, almost inedible - cooked in advance then kept hot in oven or under lamps) until served. 'Roast' potatoes hardly browned, so hard they could hardly be cut. Other vegetables SO overcooked (again kept warm in the same way) they were almost inedible.* Beef and turkey literally swimming in generic ' gravy', apparently needed to moisten the hard dry meats.* Paid an extra £32 for 2 glasses of mediocre wine and some bottled water (the bill was shared).* First and last courses were fine: simple, cold, couldn't be ruined in the same way.* All food was booked and ordered well in advance, so they knew what to expect, but clearly had neither sufficient staff nor cooking ability. They were very busy but should have been prepared and rehearsed their performance beforehand so they could manage their service to meet customer expectations.I'd definitely not go there again or recommend to others. The Boot and Flogger has definitely lost the plot! After so many years' experience I'd expect a polished good quality output, this was quite the opposite.

Estuve aquí para cenar con mi grupo turístico.Teníamos opciones limitadas, así que elegí Fish and Chips. Normalmente no como comida frita, pero esta comida fue muy buena. Tuve el budín pegajoso para el postre y estaba delicioso. El servicio fue excelente y el gerente y el personal fueron muy atentos.Me alegro de haber tenido la oportunidad de comer aquí.

Not been for a while since I moved from London. Good to see the old place had not changed a bit, full of character, good service and great wines.

He estado aquí antes y disfrutamos tanto de la comida como del vino. Pero esta visita no fue tan buena como antes.

Unique, traditional,cosy wine bar in tucked away location with lovely staff who look after you very well. Untouched by current trends in decor and food, the place to go for bangers and mash and an excellent glass of wine; the real charm is in the interior, with its panelling, private booths and Dickensian feel. The menu is short but well executed and the puddings very good. A happy birthday lunch with my husband and grown-up daughter with faultless service and no difficulty having a conversation in peace.<br />I do hope they never decide to change the place.......

This place has so much character. Big leather chairs, dark wood, warm lighting, it's like something out of Dickens. Service is impeccable. Food delicious and I highly recommend the scallops, king prawns and bacon! And to top it off we had a great table with a view of The Shard.

A great place for good food, a generally lively atmosphere, not overwhelming, handy little glassed-off sections giving a little privacy. I love the old wooden floors and the old feel of the place. Unpretentious.

Our party could use the private room which worked out well for us. Service and food were both good in line with Davys establishments. Would recommend for a group.

Had a great pre-theatre meal here. It is a Victoriana-heavy hodge podge of a traditional old wine bar with ale. That's a bit of a mouthful, and a bit of a mouthful was what they provided. Now firmly on our list of venues for pre bard lubrication. Many thanks.

Really enjoyed it here, the setting is very comfortable and conducive to good chat. The wine was lovely and my food was delicious. Will be back!

Very accommodating staff, great wine list and excellent value.

We booked a separate dining room, which was an excellent venue, the food service and staff we all exemplary. I have now booked a similar room, for a lunch with other ex-colleagues just before Christmas.

Typical Davy’s wine bar with quite a lot of tables cheek to jowl. Food was good and a reasonable and varied enough wine list. Quite empty on a Saturday late lunch

I have long been a fan of the Boot and Flogger, but it was the first time for my missus and the in laws.<br />The food was excellent and surprised those who hadn&#039;t been before as they thought it was going to be something like a gastropub. <br />Everything was superba nd we had a fantastic evening.

Como un luncher habitual en Boot & Flogger durante muchos años, regresé después de una larga ausencia para encontrarlo de manera tranquilizadora como siempre.

Great meal. All 4 starters, mains and desserts were really complimented and enjoyed. Would absolutely return. Full of character and talking points. Only one thing I would say is that light background music would improve overall atmosphere I think but that is personal preference. Service was great too from both the staff members. Real hidden gem just away from the busy part of Borough and Bankside .

Booked for our 12 year anniversary dinner, fairly last minute. The actual restaurant itself is lovely and exactly what we were looking for. Cosy, comfortable, quirky, casual. The food took absolutely ages because they had a big party going on elsewhere, which we didn&#039;t mind because they gave us loads of free wine to compensate and we were enjoying each other&#039;s company and not in a hurry to go anyway. Unfortunately, the food was shocking! I had the Gnocchi, which was inedible. The waiter really didn&#039;t seem surprised when I only ate 1 bite and agreed with me that it was terrible. My husband had a steak, which was over cooked and gristly. We decided we&#039;d had enough by the time the dessert menu came so can&#039;t comment on that. The wine was delicious!

Nice little hidden gem. Great wine list and waiter had excellent attention to detail. Our meal was delicious and prepared to perfection. We had a wonderful night enjoying wine, food and ambience

Such a lovely atmospheric place, retains its original character. The selection of wines is outstanding and the staff are very knowledgeable. The shortish menu had some traditional and modern choices, and the oven-baked hake with almond crumb and a delicious sauce was perfectly cooked.

Asistí a una cena de despedida aquí y lo disfruté mucho. Teníamos la pequeña habitación de abajo que estaba muy bien y era perfecta para el tamaño de nuestro grupo. La comida era deliciosa y los camareros eran atentos. Lo disfrutamos tanto que consideramos tener nuestra cena de Navidad de trabajo aquí o simplemente volver para una comida de trabajo general.

Pensé "pub" cuando llegamos, pero en realidad se especializa en vino. Un lugar bastante interesante, un poco en el extremo del "polvo y el funk" del espectro, pero divertido para pasear. Tuve que preguntar qué significaba boot y flogger. . . obtuve una buena lección de historia del edificio y algunos de los "artefactos" que recubren los estantes, incluido el dispositivo de arranque y flogger ... ¡Ah, los buenos viejos tiempos!

Wonderful. It was a new discovery for all of us and all agreed it was very enjoyable. Food and wine very tasty and we all especially enjoyed the complete absence of music. How lovely not to have to struggle hear and be heard. We’ll be back!

I was really looking forward to trying this pub/restaurant. The atmosphere was amazing but the service was terrible and the food was mediocre. Very basic pub food at best. Very Disappointed

Good food and hidden gem of a venue. Feels like something between an old fashioned club and a gastropub.

A wonderful experience. A charming gastropub with style, history and a relaxed vibe. Attentive, professional and friendly service by the knowledgeable owners. Lovely food and a fantastic, well curated international wine list. Highly recommended for a night out.

Full of character, a little quiet at 6.15 on a Thursday but soon got some atmosphere. Summer special offer is good value - plus the £2 extra for a glass of wine. We shared a starter and dessert and had the chicken burger each as a main. Stuffed afterwards. The salted caramel brownie cheesecake was delicious. Staff a little hard to get when we wanted to pay but attentive enough throughout the meal.

Juste avec mon fils de13 ans nous cherchions un restaurant et nous avons opté pour le hanchor and hope et nous n avons vraiment pas été déçus. Lapin à partager et dans une ambiance PUB . Entre la qualité gustative et l ambiance je recommande cet endroit à 100%

Nous avons très bien mangé . Le service était efficace et les plats très bons dans un cadre agréable. Décor bien dans l’idée que nous avions d’un Pub anglais. Salade césar, coquilles St Jacques au lard. Le « Summer menu » est à un prix intéressant. Un peu à l’écart de l’animation Nous n’avons pas regretté cette proposition de TripAdvisor

I used to visit and recommend this place frequently, especially when I lived nearby up until a year ago. I came back and I guess something changed. Service was not up to scratch. We ordered a nice bottle of white wine which was way too warm. Complained immediately about it and we were offered &#039;a bucket of ice&#039;. Ok, I think what they should have done is offer a new, cold, bottle, but anyway i thought a bucket of ice will do. However this was no bucket, but one of those coolers, with a tiny bit of ice at the bottom. It took forever to cool. Waiter kept coming to top up only to be told to wait because it was still warm. By the time it was almost at the right temp, it was too late and we&#039;d almost finished dinner. The waiter was quick to offer another bottle, but we had to decline, in case it was warm again.<br /><br />Food was fine, and the place still has its charm, but in a wine bar, getting a £35 bottle of white served at room temperature is unforgivable. Service should know that, and they didn&#039;t know or care. Probably not their fault, but management should keep an eye on those things and have staffed trained accordingly. It&#039;s a shame because this was my go-to favourite place in the area, but I doubt I&#039;ll be back anytime soon.

Service was prompt and courteous. Food was very good. Close to Borough market but away from tourist spots. Was very nice place to have traditional British meal.

We had a great time here, I booked a table for 8 people celebrating my birthday. They gave us a private dining room which felt very special. The food and wine options were great and the service was bang on, the right blend of being around and leaving us to it. The entire party was satisfied, we&#039;ll be back!

El Mighty Old Haberdashers 'Rugby Football Club, participó de una excelente comida para celebrar a aquellos jugadores que han logrado 100 juegos para nuestro club.

Being partial to Davy's wine bars (I live 100m from Davy's in Greenwich, but this sadly has had a horrendous makeover which has spoilt it completely - it is now horrible, with the cosy alcoves and old fashioned quirky dodgy floors being replaced by a nondescript plastic environment that could be anywhere - whoever designed this needs sacking!). So will never visit my "local" again having been a frequent user - even the food menu has been poncified there. So it was a delight to revisit the Boot and Flogger for lunch, having only been there once before for a drink prior to a visit to the nearby Menier Chocolate Factory. The service is first class, from the straighbacked "London Club" type young men to the effervescent down to earth Londoner lady (Kerry?). Altogether an extremely pleasant place to dine, with its wonderful furniture, fine wood panelling, some small select and quirky cubby hole dining areas, and good old fashioned "pub fare". An extremely pleasant experience all round, and I will happily return here and avoid the places nearer to London Bridge.