The Red Lion in Richmond upon Thames

We had lunch here on Saturday. The food was excellent,. There is a really good food menu with specials on the board and everything we tried (group of 4) was outstanding and really good value for money, given it is in Barnes. The food choices are also different, with faggots, a rarebit, venison and ox cheek all on the menu. The drinks choices are also varied with plenty of quality choices, we had several different beers and a very good bottle of red with our meal. Would undoubtedly go again if in the area as everything really is excellent. The only negative is that it did get very busy so finding a table can be a challenge and best to book ahead if you can.

The Red Lion is a rare thing: a pub which turned itself into a restaurant but also managed to remain a proper pub. There appears to be no tension between its several roles as relatively high-end but casual eatery, community meeting place, relaxed beer garden and good old boozer. The management deserve congratulations for this and you deserve to take yourself along and enjoy a decent pint of Fuller's. Long may it continue to strike the right balance that so many restaurant "pubs" miss.

Excellent experience, wonderful food and service

Food was amazing. Bit inconvenient to have to order at the bar. Buzzing atmosphere

Joined my parents for a roast dinner and was very pleased with the food! Highly recommend the banana sticky toffee pudding. Service from Hollie was exceptional from start to finish, she is a very friendly and attentive server! Thank you again!

We love the Red Lion. We came to celebrate a birthday with most of the family. The trout dish was delicious and my partner couldn’t stop raving about the liver and bacon which he said was the best he had tasted in years. Loved the wood pigeon pate which was quickly polished off by 2 of our family. Excellent service as usual. We will be back very soon.

The food here is excellent. We’ve come here twice for a Sunday roast and all the food was delicious - one of the busy roasts in London. Strongly recommend.

Very nice pub with plenty of outside space, a good selection of beer and food on offer all reasonably priced, the staff are friendly and welcoming and it's never a long wait even when its busy. Well worth adding to your list of regular favourites. Still a fantastic and friendly pub

A wonderful and warm pub - attentive hosts and staff and most importantly, a delicious Sunday lunch. The best we’ve ever had.

Creative and well prepared food, along with the standard pub favourites. Good value. Excellent, intelligent, friendly staff. And it's just such a lovely interior. Great comfort.

Beautiful English style pub. We stumbled upon it by chance and now it has become our point of reference. Delicious fish and chips but also Sunday roast. The service was super and only after returning home did we realize that they didn't even add the tip... next time we'll take care of it.

Incredible interior. We arrived very early for our booking and they were able to shuffle around to accommodate us. The food was brilliant. The chicken and leak pie was probably the most filling pie I have had with big pieces of chicken. Will recommend

Excellent chips. Quiet for a Friday evening.

Delicious food, warm & friendly atmosphere, attentive & smiley staff. Will be going again and have booked for a Sunday Lunch (already chosen the vegetarian Roast!)

Always fun, a bit pricey great food, friendly staff, just suffer on the weekend with the man power

The pub is stunning ! Looks newly redone, very beautiful. And the owner was great, accommodated my food intolerance without making it sound like a big deal - appreciate it!! Makes a big difference.

Nice pub, mostly nice food, just had a less than good experience and disappointed, but will still go. Maybe early Saturday evening not the best.

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit this afternoon. It's hard to find good all rounder pubs in London nowadays but this place had the perfect autumnal cosy menu, warm but spacious dining room and spectacular service. We will be back!!

Lovely weekday evening for a birthday supper

Everything was so good I am going back on Wednesday. Had the chicken and leek pie this time I shall have the salmon.

Visited for Sunday lunch. Unable to book a table in advance as it was already booked up. We waited at the bar for a table in the bar. Roast was excellent and generous portions. Good wine selection and plenty of choice available by the glass. Lovely selection of gins too. They could do with a printed list of all the gins available with a one line description, we have amazing gins in the UK to chose from. Toilets are on the ground floor and lovely and clean. Beautiful large pub, I hope I have the opportunity to go back. Well run by management.

Good service, gorgeous space with a traditional English pub indoor and various outdoor spaces to accommodate a large number of customers.

Bad service which is unusual nains came out before starter was removed. Asked for gravy and was ignored had to ask twice, food wasn't hot. Waitress walked past a few times not asking how food was. So disappointing as love this pub. Hope I don't get this waitess again couldn't wait to leave. Nicki

Red Lion is a favourite of mine for food. Sadly when visited on Sunday the service wasn't good had to ask to order had dinner delivered before starter plates removed. The waitress sullen no way as good as the usual waiters we have always seen. When we asked for gravy she didn't return with it, she walked past frequently but didn't ask once if all ok. Had to ask one of the male waiters for the bill, didn't want to stay any longer for dessert 😕 had to say this as service has always top notch hope we never get that waitress again.

I was the first customer after doors open in the morning (I'd been waiting for my car to be serviced nearby and wanted somewhere to eat that wasn't full of Burberry waistcoats and hooray henriettas!). I ordered the Club Sandwich and an orange juice. The young man who served me was very friendly, and as I had never visited this particular branch of Mrs Miggins' port of fare, he patiently showed me the way things were done there. The sandwich was very tasty and a good portion size. Some of the bacon was burnt and the chicken was cold, as was the plate, but this was balanced by the overall taste of the ensemble and the fries, which were hot - crispy on the outside, fluffy within.

Food was amazing. Gnocchi was delicious. The server looked miserable tho, serious and uninterested.

Rude and unhelpful staff. Seats surrounded by smoking areas. UNFRIENDLY TO FAMIlES WITH KIDS. Made a request for assistance with finding a non smoking table and despite loads of free tables we were not allowed to sit inside or in the non smoking section outside. You were told we could sit by the toilets or by the smoking hut!! Burgers are £17+ so we saved a good deal by leaving. Update - we found a welcoming restaurant in Barnes by the pond who were happy to serve us at a smoke free table. We were even allowed to sit inside. Best of luck with the new smoking regulations

Had a very nice night at this establishment. A man named Zak served my drinks and I felt like he was brilliant at his job. Zak made sure I had a great night.

very handsome australian bar tender, think his name is zach

Much improved pub since I first visited years ago. Beer in excellent form and the decor inside and in the garden very pleasant. Never really rated it much but now well worth a visit🙂

Very nice atmosphere and the food was amazing - will definitely go back!

Great service from Eva - thank you so much!

Chicken & leek pie is amazing with the mash plus red wine gravy, the pan roasted salmon looked delicious too !

So quaint, great food, great service. A beautiful area, very close to Hammersmith bridge. I recommend the chicken schnitzel!

Very professionally run establishment with an excellent garden area.

Nice Sunday evening dinner. Love the chicken schnitzel

Lovely outside space - a big classic local 'boozer' but menu and food disappointing as Summer. Menu features too many heavy meat, cheese, chips.. come on where's the salade Nicoise, Bang Chicken, fresh salads.. feta, watermelon, olives. Burrata salad..No 'normal' bread other than greasy heavy focaccia.. I struggled to choose given v warm day.. disappointing and unimaginative for the Summer.

Huge pub with plenty of seats in the garden despite it being really hot and sunny. Good range of beers/ales ( including low alcohol options). We didn’t order food but did have wasabi peas which were good and hot!

Lovely place! Food impresionant!

Great pub with the best Sunday roast, in my opinion. It has a posh gastropub vibe, an excellent menu, and a superb outside area. We visit frequently, both with and without the kids.

Lovely pub serving excellent food with the most delightful staff.

Worst pub I had to dine in. Horrible service with very “questionable” dress code

Not family friendly. Be prepared to asked to leave when the mood takes. No signs or mention on their website or in the pub itself of this. We (group of approx 20 with children) have never felt so unwelcome in a pub that we popped into for two (ended up being one) chilled drinks.

Great Sunday lunch in a very well kept pub.

T VISIT THIS PUB IF YOU HAVE CHILDREN! - Disgraceful behaviour - asking a group of 20+adults & children (well behaved) to leave at 4pm. We were enjoying the beer garden when we were informed by a member of staff (at 3:30pm) that no children were allowed after 4pm. And we would have to leave at 4pm. There were no signs in the garden, in the front of the pub, or on the website (or anywhere for that matter) indicating we would have to leave at 4pm Staff were very happy to take our money when we ordered our drinks (with no mention of the 4pm children’s curfew) Please don’t advertise yourself as a family friendly pub as it most definitely isn’t! Please update your website with your “family friendly” hours and display a sign at the door Informing people before they give you their hard earned money.

This pub keeps its real ale incredibly well. I'm very fussy when it comes to my beer, and not only is the beer cheaper than most other pubs locally, it's a much nicer pint too!

Lovely big garden and great food

Great night and food Claire Marton and Samir looked after us really well Thank you!!!

Update: Upset that the response to this strongly “suggested” this is not true and then described something that was not our order. Has confirmed the original review for me… being gluten-free not particularly fun, so often enjoy places I go to making fun of that in review responses, thank you! Original response in photo. Stopped for drink and food after volleyball. People behind the bar were lovely- older gentleman in blue shirt incredibly rude- will not be going back for a long time, such a shame because food wasnt great, not many options for allergy- will have to find somewhere else for Euros!

Twice visited for a quick snack and twice well pleased with taste, presentation and general atmosphere, inside and out. Note: Beautiful chips where included with our sandwiches and plenty of them. Yours Mr. Happy

This has always been a lovely pub but now really fabulous following a refurb. Beautiful bar and inside downing but the outside offering is definitely the biggest pull. Lovely seating, lighting and well located. Recommend to anyone.

A friend and I had lunch at the Red Lion yesterday and what a treat. We had the club sandwich and it was generous and tasty with a little bowl of the best chips I have ever eaten! The staff were pleasant and helpful and the food arrived promptly. Added fun was a ping pong table in the garden! Will be back for sure.

The Red Loin is solid and has some of the best food in Barnes. Trust me Im a chef, I am consistently impressed with both food and wine choices - check out the specials board too. Angus and Claire have kept this place at its best and have innovated over the years - new refurb and menu just perfect !_! Thanks again both, JvP

We have lunch at the Red Lion on a regular basis and the food and the service are consistently excellent. Yesterday was no exception. We were sitting near the kitchen and could see how busy they were and yet still we didn't have to wait long for our food. No matter what the pressure the staff are always friendly and helpful. There's brilliant co-operation between the team to ensure everything runs smoothly - all credit to the landlord/lady who are often around and pulling their weight. I don't think I've had a bad meal there since they took over. I've been meaning to post a review for ages - we've been rather taking this local gem for granted which was brought home when it closed for a few days for renovation.

The Red Lion in Barnes is a fantastic pub that ticks all the boxes. The atmosphere is welcoming and inviting, with friendly staff and a great crowd. Our waitress Kaia was particularly good.

Kaia is an absolute gem at the Red Lion Pub! Her friendly demeanor and attentive service made our dining experience truly delightful. Not only did she recommend the perfect Fuller’s Vintage Ale to complement our meal, but she also went out of her way to accommodate my husband's picky eating preferences with patience and creativity. Kaia's knowledge of the menu and her genuine desire to ensure every guest has a memorable experience sets her apart. I highly recommend asking for Kaia when you visit. Five stars all around (and I highly recommend the focaccia).

Lovely pub next to the WWT in Barnes. If you haven't yet been, give it a go. During the day, they have some wonderful outside seats.

Always super friendly service and great food. Thank you

Great outdoors space and parking facilities

Cozy pub in the middle of Barnes with a lovely garden. Good food, we ate a sandwich that was so big and good that we had to skip dinner. Definitely worth it.

Only had a beer. In the garden. On a glorious day. It felt really nice.

Two of us ate here tonight. I had the lamb steak with a feta salad, it was delicious. Our server, Sam, was very friendly and helpful with my gluten free queries. I would be happy to recommend the Red Lion.

Perfect in every way. Great staff lovely.room and fab food. We mentioned that food wonderful but could they warm it up? Which i would be very happy with but they gave us 2 new piping hot dinners. Amazing roast - thick slabs of beef. Unbeatable. Thanks to all.

Came in early doors, had fish and chips. Fuller's fish and chips are good, but this particular dish was up a level. The new decor gives a warm welcome vibe as well.

Came here for a work meeting at midway! Despite arriving 10 minutes before the opening times, was greeted by friendly staff. Ordered a beef burger with fries, was surprised at the quality of the beef. Will definitely return.

Situated at a busy crossroads in the centre of Barnes this is a traditional London pub. There is plenty of parking round the back. The interior is spacious and not particularly intimate. You can drink or eat and there is quite an extensive menu, both bar snacks and full meal. I had Crispy Squid in a roll. Spicy and unusual although a little too much oil on the bread. Others in the party were very pleased with their meal and we will return.

Sea food linguine superb La huppe white wine fantastic, decor charming.

One of our favourite London pubs - gorgeous restaurant too

Another visit and great food. I had the chicken Milanese, never had it before and thoroughly enjoyed, will definitely be having again. All four adults and three children cleared their plates. Hispi cabbage was the absolute fav! Service/Staff were really lovely and attentive. Can get quite noisy in the reserved seating area. But nice to see a pub busy!!

Astonishingly good food : creative, tasty and beautifully presented. Friendly staff and an excellent champagne cocktail I've never had anywhere else : a Buck's fizz with added Grand Marnier called a Grand Mimosa (I think.) Top marks in all categories!

Great pub. Parking. Very nice staff. Fantastic food. But such slow service. 2 people, one course each. I ice cream, 1 coffee. Total 3 hours. Not particularly busy.

Great roast lunch, puddings, wine and beer with friendly service.

Nice Pub...good feeling, warm and accommodating staff.

We went in to the Red Lion on the off chance that they might have a table despite it being a Saturday evening between Christmas and New Year. The staff in the restaurant area were very kind in accommodating us and finding a table. The service continued to be excellent and attentive, and the food was great – I can't speak for the whole menu but the Fish & Chips and both the ginger and sticky toffee puddings were exactly what we'd hoped for! For London, the prices were maybe slightly above average (although drinks were very reasonable), but this is definitely a well above-average pub (calling it a pub seems unfair – especially considering the grandeur of the restaurant area!). On a practical note, I was surprised to find that there was free parking at the rear of the pub – an there's also plenty of on-street parking in local roads in the evenings and on Sundays. There were also plenty of well-behaved dogs attending dinner which we loved, and makes it a practical stop after (or before) a long walk!

Great atmosphere and awesome service. Food quality, however, was not great. It was presented well and was edible, but the quality was not 10/10... ordered the steak, and the potatoes were extremely dry as if they were left out after being cooked... veggies were extremely salty but well cooked. Steak was mediocre as it was half overcooked. I'm not sure how they managed that. starter, which was the whipped feta with pine nuts and bread, was awesome. Overall, it was decent enough for pub food. I would recommend it, but don't expect world defining meals. 8/10 would go back, won't order the steak. Oh, and also, why do they not bring the bottles closed? Ordered two bottles of wine, and both came pre-opened from the bar...

I really love this place! Food is always good and staff are always friendly and helpful!

Had a great Christmas team lunch. Thanks to all the staff for a lovely afternoon.

Went on Saturday lunch in December. Must say disappointing okish lunch. Ordered a burger as main course. Quite dry and tasted dull. It’s sad I had to use ketchup to make the taste better. British pub food in the UK is getting worse. I paid around £32 (per person) for shared starter (whitebait) and a main course and a shared dessert and a shared sparkling water. The sticky toffee pudding was however good which I think can hardly go wrong. To be honest, I rather pay more and go for Michelin guide/star restaurant. I just don’t know how British pub/restaurants can survive at this rate. Maybe they are meant for unrefined palate. Service quality of waiter was good and polite nevertheless.

One of the best pubs in the area. Excellent food and a great menu. A little too busy at peak times when you need to book ahead for a table.

I went to the red lion with my aunt for dinner. The staff were friendly and helpful. My aunt had the duck liver parfait which she said was very nice. I had the chicken pie with mash and gravy which was utterly delicious. I could have eaten another one. Great pub in a nice London village location.

What a great place pub on a cold wintry Sunday. Beautiful classic interior with fires crackling, superb service in the dining room and the best roast I have had for a long time. Between the 3 of us we had pork, chicken and beef and there wasn’t a thing left on the plate. Had to finish off with the banana toffee pudding - delicious

Best pub EVER. Simply my favourite. Food is amazing and always fresh, service and atmosphere impeccable. Good work guys!

Thank you to the waitressing staff for creating such a great atmosphere. Had a lovely tart recommended by the very lovely waitress Hero. Highly recommend visiting with friends and family 😄

Great local pub with excellent food. The chicken and leek pie is a Red Lion classic and the fish and chips are reliably excellent too. Always some interesting specials on the blackboard too. Not surprised to see the pub listed in The Times as one of the country's best Sunday lunch venues as judged by top chefs.

Lovely staff, the service was good,clean place. The garden looked nice. The food was disappointing chicken roast looked dry, the roast beef were very thin and not enough , burger was over cooked, roast potatoes were very dry but Yorkshire was good . We ordered around 7pm I guess the roasts were made early in the day and kept warm under the lights. Therefore better order the roasts at lunch time.

It's rare to find a really good Sunday roast in a pub, but the Red Lion offers one of genuinely high quality. Very tasty, good variety of veg and sides - you can tell a bit of thought and care has gone into it. Very impressed.

Muy agradable. Acogedor, comida muy buena. Admiten mascotas incluso dentro del local, y no te enteras de su presencia. Volvería sin dudar

Honestly, I'm still amazed at the quality of food this place pumps out. For the price, ease, and quality you'd think you'd have to make a reservation at a fancy restaurant but not at the Red Lion. The Norfolk Chicken Milanese will blow you away as will anything else you order. Such a gem of a pub.

Great pub... Good atmosphere... Will definitely be back..

I really wish I enjoyed the food more as I read the reviews before visiting. Unfortunately the fish and chips was disappointing. The batter was too thick, there wasn’t much fish, and it was very greasy.

Phenomenal food, service and atmosphere and the perfect place to bring a Sunday evening to a close. Highly recommended.

Buy the baked spiced cauliflower. Clue: what looks like eggs isn't. Absolutely amazing, and more than reasonable prices for London. Great pint of London Pride.

I loved this pub. It has a great vibe, trendy decoration, outstanding customer service and tasty food. The cod with cauliflower mash and fried calamari and prawns was superb. The wine options are great. Portions are not big but reasonably priced and full of fresh flavours. There is a beautiful garden to enjoy in summer or warmer days and plenty of parking ( inform the pub that you have parked to avoid a fine!) Just went for a drink yesterday and as usual, great service and a lovely wine range!

Nice outdoor area in the summer -

Always excellent food and great staffs!

Its always a good place for food and service

Excellent dog and child friendly, lovely garden well maintained. We visit regularly and I always have a great time

What a lovely meal we have just enjoyed. Great service from Sid, Shaun and the staff. Thank you for your patience with us being late, had elderly mother in tow! Cannot recommend this pub enough. Lovely atmosphere, friendly, warm staff and great food!

No vegan roast....... Pudong was awesome, thoigh

An all round good customer experience, however it’s at the clear expense of the staff well-being. There’s a somewhat oppressive atmosphere that I can’t place my finger on. Seen and not heard. A pub stands for public house everyone should feel welcome and a part of the family and fun. Wish you guys treated your legendary staff with the jovial respect that’s reflects their wages.