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Dean Swift

Dean Swift

Pub and Gastropub££££
Riverside, London
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    Cintain 昆.
    "Great craft beer selection, nice food and ambiance."(10 Tips)
    Andrew G.
    "The scotch egg is maybe the best I’ve ever had."(5 Tips)
    Billy S.
    "Great array of craft beer tucked away down the back streets."(12 Tips)
    Stuart C.
    "Tucked away just far enough from the tourist trail on Shad Thames"(2 Tips)
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  • Daniheart icon on user image
    DaniFebruary 10, 2015
    Good selection of craft beer on tap including stuff from the local Kernel brewery. Food was also nice. Pretty crowded on a Saturday evening, not sure if it was the rugby or that's what its always like
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    Michal BubernikMay 15, 2019
    They let you taste the beer, if you are not sure what would you like to drink. And that is great, because they have many nice beers on tap. Great place, friendly staff!
    Upvoted 3 weeks ago
  • Graham R.
    Graham RoseMay 10, 2015
    A wide range of cask and craft. Very friendly and knowledgeable bar staff. See the chalk boards if you fancy something different to your usual. Also check out the pic at the bottom of the stairs!
  • Doreen Joyheart icon on user image
    Doreen JoyApril 10, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    If you want a pub with good beer that also shows sports, this is a good one to visit. Cosy place with food and plenty of beer from local breweries.
  • Marcia L.heart icon on user image
    Marcia LeeApril 24, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Best local pub in the area, great selection of beers on draft and the food is above average.
  • Stuart C.
    Stuart CruickshankJune 9, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Tucked away just far enough from the tourist trail on Shad Thames, The Dean Swift has a great selection of craft beers and really friendly staff. Perfect pub to while away a few hours.
  • Carrie-Anne H.heart icon on user image
    Carrie-Anne HMay 7, 2016
    Pulled lamb is amazing, nothing but fantastic beers on tap. Don't be fooled by the scotch egg reviews, not THAT good. But everything else is so good it's worth a visit.
  • Mario R.
    Mario RojasAugust 15, 2012
    We are so lucky to have just moved to SE1 and been recommended this gem by the brewers at Kernel. Amazing food, amazing beer, beautiful spot. Will absolutely come back here often.
  • Alex C.heart icon on user image
    Alex CourtFebruary 22, 2015
    Sweet potato gnocchi sounded intriguing so went for it....Delicious and filling. We booked a table for 12 and we were looked after very well.
  • Leo C.heart icon on user image
    Leo C.February 15, 2016
    An excellent craft beer pub. Tucked away from the maddening crowds at nearby Tower Bridge, it's a good place to rest your feet.
  • Kevin D.heart icon on user image
    Kevin DulinMay 13, 2017
    Lovely pub with great beers. The chimmichurri burger was a bit bland lacking spice however.
  • Lee P.
    Lee ProvoostDecember 4, 2011
    Brilliant little gastro pub in Shad Thames, with nice micro brewery beers on tap. Food is better than the Draft House (that is around the corner) but DH has bigger selection of beers.
  • Mark H.heart icon on user image
    Mark HeyertJanuary 27, 2023
    Awesome food. Best fish & chips in London and creative small plates too. The chorizo in cider was excellent.
  • Nora B.heart icon on user image
    Nora BJanuary 25, 2015
    Great lunch and an amazing collection of beers on tap. Well worth visiting.
  • David O.heart icon on user image
    David O'NeillJune 9, 2015
    Stopped in here for a bite to eat and to warm up after watching the marathon. Really accommodating staff, good food and decent choice of beers.
  • Billy S.heart icon on user image
    Billy SayersSeptember 1, 2018
    Great array of craft beer tucked away down the back streets. Friendly and knowledgeable staff.
  • John B.heart icon on user image
    John BoothJuly 13, 2015
    Used to be my local and a very good local it was too. Great choice of beers and great pub grub.
  • Andrew G.heart icon on user image
    Andrew GriffinDecember 23, 2018
    The scotch egg is maybe the best I’ve ever had. Great fish and Chips. Fun atmosphere away from tourists
  • Paul H.
    Paul HadfieldJune 16, 2013
    Loads of good beer here - British micro and international - and a tasty food menu. Helpful friendly staff too.
  • A.
    A.October 15, 2011
    Great little pub with good selections of beers and a half decent place to watch a game but the vegetarian options on the otherwise good menu leave much to be desored
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    【 @tin_fish 】August 19, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    this arguably the best ale pub in london. make a night of it and enjoy some snacks. mmm scotch eggs!
  • Nicholas T.heart icon on user image
    Nicholas TinsleyOctober 19, 2014
    Steak was excellent, appreciated the simple food presentation and friendly service!
  • Carl G.heart icon on user image
    Carl GriffinJanuary 2, 2016
    Great pub with an excellent range of real ales and keg beers.
  • Betony K.heart icon on user image
    Betony KellyJanuary 4, 2015
    Bring a board game and a thirst for great craft ales and grab the corner table.
  • Documentallyheart icon on user image
    DocumentallySeptember 2, 2016
    Beautiful building, lack of attention and knowledge from barman Rowan might mean you have a less than enjoyable experience. Dirty lines.
  • Andreas S.
    Andreas S.May 17, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    If you like traditional style pubs the Dean Swift is the place to be. It just re-opened after being remodeled. Great staff, relaxed atmosphere, and interesting people to meet.
  • Aidan W.heart icon on user image
    Aidan WenhasmMarch 18, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Great local bar for us... Tasty food and great micro brewery beers on tap.
  • Patrick H.
    Patrick HartMay 8, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    All Sunday roasts are good but the sauce for the chicken (free range corn fed I find out) is in another league.
  • Bryan J.heart icon on user image
    Bryan JonesJuly 24, 2016
    Friendly pub with a good range of local craft beer
  • Jeff M.heart icon on user image
    Jeff MelnykJanuary 18, 2015
    Great selection of beer on tap and bottled. With nice pub grub!
  • Rob L.
    Rob LewisApril 27, 2017
    Awesome variety of beer, really worth your time
  • Ed W.heart icon on user image
    Ed WoodcockJanuary 31, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Stunning pork roast crackling.
  • Simonheart icon on user image
    SimonApril 8, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Decent Sunday roast go pork.
  • Chris B.heart icon on user image
    Chris BurrettMay 9, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Great beers, great staff, great food, great location
  • Ben B.
    Ben BarnettDecember 20, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Best scotch egg in London. It's made with Venison ffs.
  • Vic M.heart icon on user image
    Vic McGinOctober 1, 2017
    Cosy, friendly and good beer selection.
  • Patrick H.
    Patrick HartJune 15, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Ask them to re-establish the 1666 burger with scotch Bonnet and fried egg!
  • Cintain 昆.heart icon on user image
    Cintain 昆遊龍April 7, 2017
    Great craft beer selection, nice food and ambiance.
  • Andrew B.heart icon on user image
    Andrew BoakesJanuary 25, 2015
    Any of the roast dinners are mega!
  • Ryan D.heart icon on user image
    Ryan DiaperMarch 3, 2017
    Great Sunday Roast
  • Konstantin B.heart icon on user image
    Konstantin BourJanuary 29, 2017
    Great food and beers, friendly staff
  • Adam K.heart icon on user image
    Adam KhalidNovember 2, 2014
    Friendly staff. Pork roast is best.
  • Παύλος Τ.heart icon on user image
    Lamb and spare ribs. And BEEEEEEERRRRRRRR!
  • Peter M.
    Peter MurtaghOctober 21, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Really fun pub quiz on Sunday nights approx 8:30
  • Travis G.heart icon on user image
    Travis GanzOctober 30, 2022
    Sunday lamb roast
  • Philipp H.
    Philipp HornungDecember 9, 2013
    Crazy expensive ... but they have real German Hefeweizen. So lecker!
  • Alex H.
    Alex HousleyNovember 30, 2013
    Venison scotch egg is the winning snack.
  • James G.
    James GreeningOctober 1, 2011
    Chicken burger is awesome, and great chunky chips!
  • Kat M.heart icon on user image
    Kat MandelsteinDecember 10, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Craft brews galore! selection changes
  • Mohamed M.
    Mohamed MaguidOctober 6, 2010
    This place has a cool, relaxed vibe and the burgers here rock!!
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