The Railway in Richmond upon Thames

Not sure what the buzz about this place is. Monkfish was overcooked, and the sausage and mash was okay, nothing special. The female front of staff seemed pretty disillusioned with her job. We were a table of four and had a booking from 3pm to 5pm. She clearly wanted us to order food quicker because despite us drinking she decided to put the placard for the next reservation at 5pm on the middle of the table at 3:30pm, before walking off. For front of house, that's really poor.

Third time going for Sunday Roast. Always impressive display, delicious food, great service, good atmosphere. I scored it a 4 as am not overly fond of their roast potatoes(too dry for me) but that is a preference, also my Affogato was served in a large bowl and by time I got the expresso my ice-cream was partially melted.

We came for the Sunday roast sharing platter. The food was really incredible! Hence we were so disappointed with the service following our meal. Our booking was for 1 hour 45 mins, after we finished food, they brought us the bill and we paid. We hadn't even finished our drinks and they were cleaning the table (with us sat there). They checked whether we'd paid, cleaned the table TWICE more whilst we sat there and as we were putting our coats on they started laying the table again. Could they not have waited 30 seconds? We left earlier than we wanted to because the staff made us feel so uncomfortable. We hadn't even been 1.5 hours and no one was waiting for a table. I wish we could ask for a service charge refund! So disappointing as the food had been amazing, but we left feeling really angry given how rude the staff were. We had been forced out despite being well within our booking time and no one waiting. Did not feel like a welcoming atmosphere at all.

Fantastic roast dinner, cosy pub and great atmosphere.

We had the "Ultimate Roast" for three people shared amongst the four of us. It was more than enough, the beef and lamb were cooked perfectly as was the pork, the chicken was somewhat dry but breast meat usually is. The restaurant was at capacity and the staff did an amazing job getting our drinks and food orders to us in a timely manner.

Excellent food and drink. Very dog friendly.

It used to be a pub but sadly no longer.

Great place with friendly staff.

An obscene amount of food was presented to us. The sharing roast platter was delicious. Very busy but attentive staff. Try it if in Teddington.

The restaurant looks nice and clean and very busy on a Sunday lunch.

This is a gem. We travelled from Wiltshire for a show and had sunday lunch here. It was superb. Super lovely staff and the best roast potatoes ever. Delicious 😋

Lovely Sunday lunch, plenty of it, great service, friendly and efficient staff, we come here a fair bit, always feels welcoming

The Wagyu burger was wonderful. Good choice of beer. Nice, calm, chilled venue, low volume ambient music. Great food. Very good service.

The food is average and very expensive, however the service is good.

This would be a nice place to eat and drink but it's ruined by lots of dogs in the pub barking and being a right nuisance while we try to enjoy an evening with friends. Why oh why does the landlord allow dogs in the pub? People come here to relax after a day's work, not have to hear dogs barking. We will certainly not be coming back here. We pay good money to eat and drink out and certainly don't want the experience ruined in this way.

The Railway is exactly what you want in a local pub. From the moment you walk in, there’s a welcoming vibe that’s hard to beat. The staff here don’t just serve you—they genuinely care. They’re friendly, attentive, and always ready to recommend a great drink or chat about your day. There’s a real sense that the team loves what they do, and it shows. The management at The Railway knows what makes a pub special. In the summer, you’ll find the place surrounded by hanging baskets of flowers that give it a charming, almost storybook feel. When winter rolls around, a well-fed log-burning stove turns the place into a cozy retreat. It’s these thoughtful touches that make The Railway feel like a home away from home. And then there’s the food—especially the Sunday roast! This isn’t just any roast; it’s the kind people travel for. With perfectly roasted meats, crispy potatoes, and Yorkshire puddings that are the real deal, it’s a standout experience that’s worth the trip. If you’re a fan of a classic Sunday roast done right, The Railway is a must-visit. The drinks selection is solid, too, with a good mix of local ales, wines, and everything in between. Overall, The Railway nails what a local pub should be: friendly, well-run, and full of character. It’s the kind of place where you feel welcome whether you’re a regular or just passing through. If you’re looking for a great local spot with a warm atmosphere, excellent food, and a top-notch team, The Railway won’t disappoint.

Quality of food has really gone downhill, and more to the point management never accept responsibility for mistakes. When asking for problems to be corrected, the manager always offers an excuse. He needs to realise that sometimes the customer has a valid reason to complain. He has an air of arrogance and accepts no accountability. As for the rest of the staff, I cannot fault them.

Very good all round pub grub , friendly staff and great atmosphere, a lot of good home made food on the menu

Fantastic place. More of a restaurant than a bar. But it was nice to sit in for a few pints and £5 margarita's.

Fantastic evening at the Railway-Mexican theme evening. Great food and the staff were incredible. A genuinely great time. Staff are friendly and the atmosphere is relaxed and vibrant. Here most weekends - and that won’t be changing any time soon ! lana is a absolute delight and always makes us feel welcome - even when we shouldn’t be ! see you next week !

I have become a regular here for sometime. Always feel like I am at home and somewhere special at the same time. I have to highlight the service from the management as spot on. In particular Alana always makes me and my family feel like there is nowhere else we would want to be...when experiencing a warm, friendly and individual time . Will be coming here for the foreseeable future. Thanks Alana!

Staff are so lovely in this pub. The food is delicous and service is very prompt. Would recommend this pub all. Phil was an amazing server too!

Popped in for a drink from the train before moving onto a dinner reservation elsewhere. Ordered two drinks of which one was a glass of wine. Upon trying, it was not to my taste as it was an oaked wine. Asked a female member of the team if I could change it and was abruptly told ‘No I won’t change it if you aren’t paying!’ And then proceeded to walk away before even hearing my reply. At no point did I ask to change the wine for free so I would recommend some customer service training and listening to the customers response as the attitude was completely unnecessary and she would have understood I was happy to pay for a replacement if she had those customer service skills and was able to put these into practice! Upon changing it at the bar as my partner still had his drink, to over hear her telling the team ‘DO NOT CHANGE IT!’ just adds to the lack of professionalism she has!

Great spot for after work drinks. The staff and service were immaculate and this was during their dinner rush. Can highly recommend.

5* food, 5* service! Party of 21 people for any restaurant is always difficult but The Railway Teddington had everything under control! The food was unbelievably tasty and could not recommend this place enough! It is the best roast I have eaten out by far, everything was full of flavour from the juicy chicken, the creamy cabbage and peas, the cheesy cauliflower, the soft crispy potatoes, the breaded parsnips and not forgetting the lovely carrots stuffing and scotch egg! Other family members who had the lamb and nut roast were also very happy with the food. Highly recommend the roast sharing platter! Definitely will be returning, thanks again for a great Sunday roast!

I’ve just had my third Sunday lunch in the space of a month…. The food is really good, nice wine list, great cocktails. The family pooch is welcome too….. definitely on the ‘must return’ list….just waiting for a loyalty card 😉

Teddington is fortunate to have a wide variety of places for a traditional Sunday lunch, and we have tried a good number. The Railway is however simply the best Sunday lunch to be had in Teddington. Faultless.

We went here for Sunday lunch today on a recommendation from a friend. To start with the restaurant/pub is spotless & the staff are really friendly & polite. We both had the roast beef which was to die for, cooked perfectly & presented so well. We can’t wait to go back, which I’m being told will be next Sunday. Also a great atmosphere. Update: 04-08-24 After going here for many years, the food is always so good & a great selection of wines. Steak & Mussel night on a Thursday, you have to try it to see how amazing it is. We really can’t fault The Railway. Richard always has a smile on his face & is always welcoming & Sarah is just great fun.

Absolutely love this place. A little quieter spot in the fabulous area of Teddington. Always recommend ordering a special off their menu! Portion sizes are VERY generous. Cocktails are well made and good value. P.S Please bring back the Bread and Butter pudding!

A cheeky lunch with my son after he returned from a couple of weeks away. He had the sausage and mash and I had the burger and fries. It was a generous portion and really filled me up. We sat downstairs by one of the open windows. I do like this place.

Normally would give the Railway a 5/5 but the food has gone a little downhill. Portion sizes are noticeably smaller than over a year ago as they are clearly cutting corners. Still one of the best Sunday roasts around, but they are slipping and total value for money has gone down a step. Service upstairs is better than downstairs and bar staff can be hit or miss.

Loved it here - excellent service, relaxing environment, and delicious food.

Great roast dinners and they do a sharing board for a roast which is great for 3-4 of you. Staff welcoming, nice atmosphere and always fairly busy. Pre book.

First time visit for all of us as a party of four. We ordered the Ultimate platter with an extra portion. One of the best and maybe even the best roast dinners I’ve ever had and everyone agreed. Perfectly cooked, great quality and delicious flavourings. A tad expensive but worth the extra for a great meal. Will be returning.

Great food, really good atmosphere!

Amazing food!! Excellent value for money. Top presentations too.

Best roast dinner I’ve had in a while. Pork belly was perfection and the cracking was 10/10. Gravy was to die for and the potatoes were crispy yet soft in the middle. Lamb was also tasty and so was the beef. Will definitely be back. Staff are lovely too! Desserts were sublime we had apple crumble and the brownie special ! Perfect level of sweetness.

Nice London pub with some nice beers on tap and good friendly staff too

Yet again The Railway never fails to deliver outstanding food and fantastic service! I cannot recommend The Railway enough. The staff are all so friendly and cater for all your needs, nothing is too much trouble. If you like amazing food and great service, then you have to visit The Railway. Five stars!

Went during the 2 for 1 cocktails time and it got busy very quick. Cocktails were good but not strong. After several I did not feel remotely tipsy. Food was good and served on huge plates. I had the lamb main and it served as a nice small dinner. Quite expensive for a pub but had a nice time.

Really love this spot, great for the kids and food is great. Also fab choices for beer and wine. Staff always friendly and accommodating with the children

A great boozer with a good vibe.

Had a lovely Sunday lunch. Food platter was well presented. Thought there could have been a few more vegetable served with it though.

Best sharing board roast! We have visited many times over the last 12 months with family and it’s been amazing. Our favourite place for a Sunday roast and the atmosphere and service always fantastic. Highly recommend

Love it every time we go. Sunday lunch is AMAZING, the pigs in blankets are epic. The roast is blindingly good. Just YES! GO! Make sure you book!

Recently had dinner, great service , food menu offered good variety. Our starters and mains were amazing. Highly recommend.

A very disappointing first & last visit, we didn't end up dining there. On arrival, we were shown 2 tables, neither of which had our or anybody else's name on it, even though we had reserved the table a few days before. Shortly after being seated, we were asked to move! The regulars wanted their table. My son's were not happy & insisted we remain at the table. a discussion ensued between us & the regulars. It was starting to escalate, so I told my sons we were leaving. The staff at no point came to intervene to try & sort out the mess. Extremely poor behaviour by people who clearly think they are entitled. It just left us with a bitter experience, & nearly spoiled the evening. I will certainly not be visiting again. We ended up at The Tide & proceeded to have a lovely meal, with knowledgeable & pleasant staff. The management need to provide much needed training for their staff or I should say the ones who were there on this day.

Highly recommend! The roast is super yummy! Great atmosphere and the waiter was very attentive and nice!

We booked for meal after movie. A very warm welcome. Lovely atmosphere with tables outside In good weather. A small but varied menu. Food served hot and good quality. Quite busy but staff very attentive. A little more expensive than some main Chain restaurants but well worth the Extra. The Pear and Apple crumble was Particularly good.

We just stopped here to eat something before catching the train (perfect location for that!). The food was excellent, very much above what you normally would expect for a pub. Good portion sizes and the food looks beautiful too! Standard selection of a couple of ales. Very friendly service and an enjoyable pub overall!

Our first visit for lunch was a real treat lovely delicious food wonderful service and lovely and clean cutlery, we would love to come back for Sunday lunch,thankyou very much,ihave recommend you to friends and family ,excellent. 👌👏👏👏

Exceptional value lunch Monday - Friday. Delicious food, friendly staff.

I came here with my Hubby for a drink only, but we were both very impressed with this place and the really great and friendly service. Really recommend.

Can’t rate The Railway enough. The place is light and airy, the Sunday Roast was incredible, the service was RAPID and the staff were so friendly and attentive. I can’t wait to return. I’ve already recommended it to a few friends and family. Best roast in and around Hampton / Teddington by a country mile!!

Food portions are big. Mulles Marines were delicious. A bit expensive and the food served too late.

Wonderful steaks night on thursdays and sharing Sunday roasts

I love the railway for a Sunday roast it’s always the best food. My most recent visit was a bit disappointing as we ordered a nut roast sharing platter (which I’ve done before) it was £60 so £30 per plate. We had a slice of nut-roast and a bit each, Yorkshire pudding each, a dish of vegetables to share and 6 small potatoes which before cut equates to a potato and a half. In hindsight we should have just ordered two separate plates at £20 rather than a sharer at an extra £20, on this occasion it’s wasn’t good value for money.

Absolutely fantastic. Everyone loved it!

lovely pub and restaurant. friendly staffs, great food and drinks, nice atmosphere, best location.

Excellent meal today at the Railway. Terrific roasts all round, attentive, friendly staff who loved our dog Stan and constantly fed him treats! A lovely gesture for mums today, I came away with a £25 voucher for my next visit, most certainly will be back, thank you Team Railway, The Smiths

Really lovely mother's day roast!

The Railway is always a nice place for me to catch up on work after a long day, which I did today (6/3/24), however when I came in this evening there appeared to be a wait before myself and another gentleman were served - was about 20:47 this evening - after some 5 minutes we were served. Later in the evening, as staff were upstairs closing the upper levels a gentleman walked in (wearing a white lakers cap) and helped himself to a loads of dog treats before exiting the pub. It is still a lovely local haunt for me, but staff at times appear disinterested in their roles and it’s appears to be rushed as closing time approaches - that last orders call which we all dread, seems too alter some nights.

Fab food and really lovely staff

We had such a lovely dinner here, nice atmosphere and good service. The menu has interesting variations on gastro pub classics plus great sharing plates and daily specials. Generous portions and great quality.

Terrible service, server spilt all the gravy over me

Probably the best roast I've ever eaten. Fantastic service, great atmosphere...what more can you ask for? Looking forward to our next visit.

Just back from Sunday lunch. What an experience from being seated to being served and obvious the food. 10 out of 10 plus. It’s been along time since I’ve been somewhere where the beautiful food matched the top service. A lovely man named Richard seated us explained the menu and went beyond. I shall be back. Exquisite food and service well done 👏🏽 .

Very good food, excellent service from friendly staff,and very nice atmosphere,

Have been here five or six times now for. a rugby lunch, have never been disappointed. Always good food wine beer and service, and always a good atmosphere. Just hope they don't get overbusy.

Sunday roast with the family. Lovely place to go for a good Sunday roast, lovely friendly vibe. Food was very good, Yorkshire puddings were huge, we will be back. Really lovely friendly service tom

We visited for Sunday lunch today, having searched online for the best local roast (we are not local, just visiting) and the reviews were not wrong. Genuinely the best roast we have ever had. We had the vegan sharing roast, my daughter and I both have dairy and egg allergies and the staff could not have been more attentive with it. The food was absolutely amazing, not a soggy vegetable or chewy potato in sight!! Every member of staff we spoke to was happy, friendly and polite despite the fact you could clearly see they were rushed off their feet. The restaurant was packed at all times. You definitely won't get in without a booking but it is 100% worth booking for. We would probably travel from Southampton just to come back for a roast here again

Pub directly by Teddington Station. Serves some lovely beer (eg Harvey's Best). Food is excellent - the place has great theme nights several days each week. Atmosphere is a bit 'gastro' rather than tradional pub. There are small outdoor areas to sit and a first floor dining room.

One of the best roast dinners I have ever had. Service excellent also.

Third time me and the family have been for the Sunday roast. Faultless the meat is cooked perfectly the sides are on point cannot fault the food or the service possibly the best roast dinner in Surrey

Amazing food. The ultimate sharing platter was definitely enough for 3. Very busy place, you definitely need to book in advance. Sorry! - guess who forgot to take photos again! 🚫📸😬

We enjoyed a wonderful birthday party at The Railway Teddington. 5 stars all the way. The venue room is very attractive with a high ceiling giving a sense of space. There were two other events on the same day and yet the service, food, and atmosphere felt perfect under Richard's professional care. The staff were very efficient and yet friendly and personable. Philip provided splendid and unobtrusive drinks service to the party throughout. I would confidently recommend anyone to hold their event at The Railway under Richard's expert management. Many thanks to all the team!

A pretty pub by Teddington train station. Cute outdoor seating and lots of seating inside, this pub is bright, airy and always a lovely one to pop into

pretty pub with a real fireplace, quiet during the afternoon, which was a great place to work. it has a charming ambience.

We had a Sunday lunch here over the festive period and were really impressed. Our party had beef, chicken and pork and they were all utterly delicious. We got a warm welcome throughout; from the bar staff, waiting staff and front of house. We will return!

Fantastic Sunday lunch. Book early to avoid disappointment. Friendly staff and warm atmosphere.

The place was cold There was 3 couples in the whole pub including myself and my breakfast took 45 mins / 1 hour to arrive Turned out to be just warm The staff didn’t even crack a smile Paid and lefted.

Large party for post Xmas Dinner. Food was excellent , served in a timely manner and staff polite and cheerful

We went for the steak platter night and it was absolutely amazing!!! All the food was hot and the service was great! Meat came out exactly how we wanted! Couldn’t recommend more!

A large group of us dined here last night. Everyone raved about their meals; between us we enjoyed a range of the dishes on offer. Everything was delicious, portions were generous and the plates were hot - hooray!! The whole place was very busy, so we could excuse the rather slow service; the staff did very well considering. Only minor comment, the beans and broccoli were very undercooked - not just al dente. I would certainly recommend this eatery and will be back myself soon!

We stopped in here on a busy Sunday afternoon just for a quick drink after a long walk, but the food look so good we couldn’t resist. The sharing boards look incredible but we just ordered a single roast each which was enough for us as we can’t eat loads at once. Would love to go back for a board and dessert one day though! Even though we were walk-ins and added more food to our order after ten minutes, it came really quickly and was piping hot. Everything was amazing (deep fried parsnip meant I actually enjoyed my parsnip). The only complaint would have been there’s not much gravy, but when we asked for more it came within two minutes. The bill did too when we asked for it, even though they were so busy. The staff were super friendly and helpful, and the pub is beautiful inside with music and a great atmosphere. Will be returning!

Can’t ask anything more of a pub lunch! Succulent Roast Lamb was to die for! Flakey battery fish and chips and juicy Wagyu Burger. Will definitely be back again! Great atmosphere, exceptional service especially by from of house host Richard. He really made the experience lovely so friendly and smiling so lovely to have a friendly face to add to the exceptional food. Can’t recommend more!

Lovely cosy pub and Sunday roast by the fire place. Big portions and piping hot just how I like it. Only thing I would improve is the crackling, was unsalted and too hard, but everything else was perfect.

Nicely laid out and fun decor. A bit quiet.

This is a lovely place. We where sat in the restaurant upstairs which is spacious but cosy. The food was good pub grub. Our waiter Philip was lovely and very helpful. Will definitely recommend

Enjoyed a delicious meal with friends last night at The Railway in Teddington. Never had a poor meal there. Two of us had the lamb, that was cooked to perfection. Food is always delicious here and staff friendly and very welcoming. Our waiter last night was particularly good. Thanks for a lovely evening!

Fantastic, atmosphere was buzzing, staff very organised and helpful. Would highly recommend 👌

Fantastic roasts. Lovely staff. Great atmosphere

The place was very busy on the run up to Xmas but it was my birthday and they still managed to make it special. The Sunday roast was delicious and plentiful and the servers tried hard on a very busy day to meet all of our needs. Thank you

Such a fun evening and wonderful staff. Ari was so attentive and looked after us so well! Thank you 😊

A second visit to the Railway for dinner with friends. We all had a very nice dinner. The food is consistently good and the place was very busy, in a nice way.

What a find. Definitely visit again. Very dog friendly.

What a fabulous place. The staff are excellent from the wait staff to the manager, Richard, and the chefs produced amazing dishes. I choose a subject dish for lunch, Baked Hake with A Crab Crust and tenderstem broccoli, roast baby potatoes and the best hollandaise I can remember.

Great place for paint & sip events.

This is the first time we've tried The Railway, having been to most of the other pubs and restaurants in the area. And wow! Really nice friendly, helpful staff. The food was outstanding, and the mulled wine honestly the best I have had. Really superb! Just next to Teddington Station so perfect to drop into after a commute as well. Can't recomm end it hightly enough. We'll definitely be going back.

Omggggg the Sunday roast is the best I’ve ever had !!!!! It was soooo good! And unlike literally everywhere else the dessert came warm! Warm Bakewell tart! Warm doughnuts & ice cream ! Good service with lots of staff which makes dining there enjoyable