Yak and Yeti - Eltham in Greenwich

It's a standard pub, nothing wrong with it, nothing jumps out as being great either

After drinking there for almost 15 years. . It had been going downhill year by year me and the locals blame it on the area manager and they can’t get a manager to stay for long What a shame we have to go somewhere else

Beautiful tiny pub in Eltham High Street. I had a burger and a pint of Stella. The food was lovely and the beer fresh and delightful. The staff member was very helpful and charming. A place to come back.

A former employee recently 'spilled the beans' to me about some of the practices that take place in the pub, particularly around food. A Confidentiality Agreement has been signed to protect their identity. Of those items which are on the current menu, only the sandwiches and wraps are freshly prepared. Everything else is frozen, comes in pre-portioned bags and is simply heated up in the microwave, plated and rearranged to make it appear as if it has been freshly cooked. Sunday roasts, pies, fish & chips, Mac & Cheese, it is all pre-portioned and heated up. Even the Christmas meals - which are now started to be delivered - are bagged up. As a brand, Greene King used to be really good, but now they are cutting corners and are marking up their drink's prices unnecessarily, making it the most expensive place in Eltham town to get a drink. A pint of bitter costs, on average, £4:30 yet go down the other end of the high street and you can get two pints for the same price at The White Heart and get a decent night of entertainment too. I hear that the Rising Sun does not have Sky or TNT Sports. I have never known a pub to not have these options, and not to have (so I have also been told) the TV sound connected to the pub's sound system. And as for any form of entertainment, well there hasn't been any since Duncan & Simon last worked there. Sometimes you need to spend money to make money. Let's hope whoever takes over can breathe some life into the place. Greene King? More like Greedy King.

What a lovely welcome back to eating out. Friendly, helpful staff who made me and my family feel so at home. Mac ‘n’ Cheese was a hit as was the Chicken Katsu Burger.

Was in early midweek was empty apart from strange barman wandering around with iPad strapped to his arm

Great place, staff very welcoming thank you!

Lovely food, very friendly staff and nice atmosphere!

Warm welcome as soon as I stepped in, pint prices very well priced and the music right up my street. Will be back very soon

Proper little dump, everyone sniffing, camp barman asked me if I want to get anything extra. Horrible experience

Visited here for a food on a Sunday evening and enjoyed an excellent Sunday Roast. Having eaten at Greene King Pubs before I kind of knew what to expect. The roasts are usually popular and often sell out, so was happy the vegetarian option was available. The pub was quiet which suited us and was perfect place to eat and talk in peace. Compliments to the chef and barman for service. Highly recommend if you are in the area.

The best service on a Friday night! Really approached Jack and Joe’s kindness and gratitude. The best service and vibe for the pub. Made my day!

When arrived the one member of staff was more interested in chatting to customers he knew. Sticky table, sticky bar top. Then a different member of staff came on and was completely different, cleaned surfaces, friendly and good service.

Love the cool ambience and its a lovely place to socialise.

Had a roast beef , beef was very very well done my wife had chicken which was good as well the veg and you got more roast potatoes then most places.

Haven't been to this pub in years and was impressed by what they have done to it. The governor, Jack was full of enthusiasm, the ale was in good nick and the staff very pleasant and I got discount with my Camra card

What a lovely local bar. Very friendly staff and customers. The bar is very clean and has a huge selection of spirits, beers and cocktails. They offer great drinks and food deals and specials. If you're on a day or night out, Od recommends this Eltham pub..

It's okay. 2.5 stars is probably fairer but you can't do that on this app. Prices a little high for what the pub is (£6 for a Moretti), from where I was sitting near the door there was a persistent smell of smoke despite nobody smoking outside, couldn't work it out.

Have been coming to this pub for years. Great local

Still a great place to come and have a beer. The management and staff are great

I went in for an evening meal! Food was fantastic. Service was superb. I had the prawns dish which was 10/10. I have OCD and things on the plate were touching. I spoke to a member of staff. Joe I believe was their name. I had my food reorganised on a fresh plate. Everyone was totally understanding. I would definitely come back if I’m back in the area. I scoffed down the food so didn’t take a pic aha. Thanks team for your support.

Very good food and really good service.

What a lovely local that has had recent attention paid to it, making it a more friendly and appealing pub. The food is creative and very well prepared. Service is friendly and efficient. We're becoming regulars!

Not a lover of local public houses on a regular basis. Came in a few weeks ago to find it is under new management. Hazel is a breath of fresh air and brings a touch of class to The Rising Sun. Now it has become a regular for my partner and I. The atmosphere is amazing, especially on a Saturday karaoke night. Such a shame that some regulars do not like the change, which in my view is for the better. Popped in yesterday to find Hazel gone and a new manager in her place. The vegan burger was served without its usual slaw and salad. The fries were way over cooked. I mentioned the missing items and the manager said nothing and walked off. Would never have happened if Hazel was still in charge. The nice friendly atmosphere has also disappeared along with Hazel. The chef was friendly once behind the bar. Now Hazel has left my partner and I will no longer visit here, even my partners daughter missed Hazel and said its not the same without her. Such a shame she has been pushed There are other public houses within the area with a better atmosphere and food!

Great food.. friendly staff.. Will visit again. Bring back the Karoki on Sat nights!

We popped in for a bite of dinner between stops. The service was spot on. Shelby was friendly and informative. We had a good laugh with her. The pub has a cozy atmosphere. I can imagine it gets quite busy. We ordered the pretzel, halloumi sticks, steak and ale pie with garden peas and chips, and the BBQ chicken all of the food was good except the pretzel. I wouldn’t order that one again. All in all, we will come back again.

I do like the pub not quite as good a atmosphere as used to be but still a good old pub

I'm going to town over my recent visit today, i can strongy recommend the Flat Iron Steak £14-45 👌Drinks on top of this Stella is £5 & a shilling 😳 work that out? The host is Hazel, amazing Woman who is top of the situation running the place 👏

We booked for 4 adults and 2 children (one in a highchair). For 4.45pm for dinner. When we arrived we were told that the chef wasn't going to be back until 5.10pm. We waited for more than 20 minutes for food which arrived just after 5.30pm. Apart from the kids' meals (nuggets and chips), the food was inedible, the roast chicken and roast potatoes were so dry. The carrots and cauliflower cheese were cold and tasted horrible, the gravy was a tiny portion and what we had was so lumpy. We were missing items from our meals (yorkshire pudding and seasoned greens). The bbq chicken sauce was so sour and looked terrible. They didn't have certain items in stock which was disappointing. Comments made by the staff seemed to suggest this was a management issue for ordering stock rather than them simply running out. The pub was empty and with our experience I'm not surprised. This being said, the staff were really understanding and helped us with all our queries. We ended up getting it refunded and were offered drinks for free but with us having a very young child with us we couldn't stay any longer.

Monday 7th August '23 5.30pm. The guy behind the bar, Alex, is an old school bartender. Great service and great attitude and great music. He's working really hard to please everyone, and the buzz is brilliant for a Monday afternoon. I'll definitely be back soon.

Lovely pub. Good value fior money

Comfortable place for a drink & chat, nice background music. Polite & friendly staff. We had a meal, pie with chips, it was ok & edible, the pie was huge, but I have had nicer. Will go back again & try something else on the menu.

Nice pub. Hadn't been for a long time but it's been refurbished and is nice. Reasonably priced as well which helps!

Had a lovely meal last night food was great. Staff friendly and welcoming

Had a lovely Lunch made by the chef Lewis. He was so friendly and helpful

Welcoming Greene King pub with good beer range and tasty snacks and sharers.

Lovely atmosphere to the place and amazing service from the staff. It's nice to receive a warm welcome by the staff and manager hazel when first coming into the establishment.

I was in the pub last week for a few drinks with my wife and son, when I over heard a conversation between two staff members. I later was told by another customer that was the manger called hazel that was talking very abruptly to another member of staff. I was later informed by the same customer who told me who hazel was that a few members of staff have left the previous weeks and I’m not surprised if that how management are aloud to treat their staff. her demeanour towards her staff has left me cold I find it very unprofessional and was horrible to hear. I will not be returning

As an ex employee of this pub by looking at the reviews it's not nice to see how bad customers are now being treated and to be honest the staff are not treated well either its such a shame it was a lovely pub with a good atmosphere and a nice place to work for it know to go so down hill 3 members of staff have left in the past 2 weeks just goes to show that the management and greene king as a company do not care about staff or their customers as somone whos worked in hospitality for 12 years I have never worked in a place as bad as greene king its no surprise that wetherspoons are so much more superior

If I could give any less than one star I would. I had a vile experience when visiting the Rising Sun, an employee called Lewis gave me the upmost worst experience I have ever dealt with, I am quite frankly shocked he has achieved a role in customer service with the attitude he presented me with. Your management has some serious work to do when training staff and should most definitely sivth through their employees. If this is the environment you want your customers to visit, you definitely should not have a business.

Been a regular in this pub for years and it’s always been great….until tonight. Went in with my wife, brother, sister-in law and niece and we were having a fine time until one of the barman complained we were making too much noise. We were at the back and not bothering anybody yet the barman came down from upstairs claiming he thought we were rowing despite me playing on the floor with my 5 year old niece. We drank up quick and left. Thought this was a family pub? Won’t be going back while this barman is working there.

Karaoke 🎤 nights every other Saturdays is brilliant. DJ Duncan is great! Hazel, the manager, is the best they have had in years. She has really cleaned up the place. Give it a try this Saturday!

Really impressed with cleanliness in the bar & toilets and the friendly staff, not been in for a while but happy to return soon.

Was visiting the Rising Sun last Sunday whilst shopping. The service was very friendly, food delicious, prices good, and surroundings comfortable. We'll definitely be back.

Had a really nice time in the rising sun in eltham staff a lovely helpfull and polite really nice place will come again

Had a great afternoon. Very friendly staff. Would recommend.

Slow service, bland, tasteless food. Not much to say really. May come back for a pint but would avoid the food.

A quiet pub on a Monday evening but a good place to stop and have a drink. Quick service and plenty of places to sit. Very close to the Eltham bus stops if you are waiting for a bus.

It was my favorite pub. Why they had to change things is beyond me. Gone are the staff and the beer price has rocketed. Food good but wont be going

Excellent friendly staff had a great night after a hard week working away with my Railway colleagues loved this place so welcoming. Top notch 👌

The Rising Sun is a great pub good beer and food and the staff are very friendly.

Nice pint of Guinness served... Always a plus in my book..👍👍

Josh and Shelby amazing customer service great ambassadors of rising sun amazing 5 star

Lovely friendly pub. Ideal for a drink before going to the cinema and after.

Nice chilled atmosphere. Friendly barmaid n they have San Miguel 👍

The barmaid definitely knew how to make a drink...thankyou

Served green king ipa which is usually pretty average and boring but the rising sun served easily the best and most memorable pint of ipa i have had. The pub was quiet, however it was a monday night and the lone barman was making the most of the quiet time by cleaning and organising the bar, he was also friendly and approachable.

Nice pub, good dinners and nice wine

Went to see and participate with the karaoke on every other Saturday night from 8pm

Enjoyed a lovely evening here with friends last night, the service is always fantastic and the drinks selection is great. Love coming here

Saturday night venue for a mainly younger clientele with a bouyant vibe.

A fantastic pub good beer and great food I would recommend this place for a quick bite and a drink or a longer stay. Don't pass this place you'll regret it!

Aleays good local to us and every single pne of the staff friendly

Delicious cocktails and lots of gin selections

Fantastic pub with a great selection of drinks and the food is yummy 😋. The staff are so lovely and quick to serve and answer any questions about food allergies

Very very very nice for family and friends and

Nice pub, food really good and very reasonable. Friendly staff. We will be back!

Awful experience , cr*p management was very rude to myself and my partner would NOT recommend .

Popped in for lunch yesterday, 2nd visit in last couple of weeks .Once again received a friendly welcome.Enjoyed toasties for lunch.Freshly prepared,well filled and very tasty.My husband said his pint of IPA was excellent. Think this lovely pub is becoming one of our favourites .Keep up the good work

Staff friendly. Had a late Sunday roast, but meat was dried up,potatoes were only warm and not crispy, and a mystery item of a flat pancake disc, could have soled my shoes with it ??? Overall a disappointment. My companion had a freshly cooked meal which seemed OK, certainly better than mine

Great and friendly service good atmosphere

Amazing service, brilliant beers and great food

Nice pub, good atmosphere and nice friendly staff. Good food. But unfortunately getting food to customers 1hr after ordering put the mockers on it. Gets you 2 stars. Didn't even offer a round of drinks for inconvenience. Needless to say won't be ordering food again.... Unless I got a spare hour to wait for it 🤨

Lovely place. Good staff and good atmosphere. 👍

Staff are lovely and a cracking selection of beers. Could do with more ladies in the pub, but that's personal prefence

Popped in for a quick drink before going to the cinema. Good atmosphere with friendly staff. Would have happily stayed longer if not going to see a film.

Need to hire someone who can cook

Great value and nice environment. Although it was very hot. Started to sweat a little. :)

Love this place for a quick lunch time meal, staff are lovely always very pleasent 3 stars from me.

Very happy with the service I received very kind and helpful

Nice pub and always friendly, polite staff.

Lovely clean, friendly pub. Great food.

Decent pub with good food and friendly bar staff. My Mrs loves the Veggie roast!

Really good now that it has been refurbished, now selling neck oil! Cannot go wrong with that! Good pub friendly staff!

Nice people good service what more do you need

Food was amazing and staff very polite

Clean and friendly quick service which is always good.

Love this pub. Friendly staff, lovely food, great atmosphere. A lunchtime treat

Lovely people working here and good fresh ale. Great first stop on an Eltham pub crawl down the hill.

Comfortable pub with interesting decor and friendly service

Extremely friendly staff. Great range of drinks. Extensive food menu.

A lovely old pub on Eltham High street. Well worth a visit

Great Pub, super service and a sound track from all by myself, sung loudly by the ladies night out, to Wont get fooled again, sung by me. Food loocked good A returner. Beared Steve

Welcoming and friendly pub, blinding entertainment, nice food nice beer and always get a smile from the staff when you walk in.

Lovely food lovely atmosphere lovely friendly staff and good food

Decent food and good friendly staff and service.

Very good experience like going to this pub staff very helpful and pleasant

It's a Greene King establishment, the pub itself is small but cosy, nice and clean, the clientele are local (Eltham is respectable). Prices very reasonable, a good enough selection on the food menu which I will try next time.

So sorry the staff were lovely and very accommodating but the food was the worse I'd ever had in a pub.

How amazing the Rising Sun is now, New management lovely and clean great menu and a fabulous barmaid