The Dog & Bell

Pub · Deptford

The Dog & Bell

Pub · Deptford

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116 Prince St, London SE8 3JD, United Kingdom

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The Dog & Bell is a lively, independent pub in Deptford, serving real ales, ciders, and a fun atmosphere perfect for a cozy catch-up or lively night out.  

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116 Prince St, London SE8 3JD, United Kingdom Get directions

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"For A Night Of Fiddles & Flutes A flute-whistling, harmonica-tooting, according-swaying Wednesday night pick-me-up of the most knee-jigging variety, The Dog & Bell’s trad nights are a weekly joy. The Deptford local has a bustling, time capsule feel to it, with dogs around the bar, grizzled locals wordlessly sinking Guinnesses, and SE8 fine art undergrads lighting up in the pavement seating area until kingdom come." - heidi lauth beasley, jake missing, sinead cranna

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"Some of Deptford’s newer and glossier eating and drinking establishments run on an evening-only Wednesday to Saturday schedule. So it’s worth knowing about a pub for a pint or two if you’re waiting around. Or rather, it’s just worth knowing about a great pub full stop. The Dog & Bell is certainly that. Maroon, carpeted, and with a group of cheery maroon-cheeked locals who may or may not be strangers to a kip on the carpet - this is a 10/10 temple of drinking. photo credit: Aleksandra Boruch photo credit: Aleksandra Boruch photo credit: Aleksandra Boruch photo credit: Aleksandra Boruch" - Jake Missing

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Just a really good pub

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Martyn Oakley

Google
Had been told we had to visit The Dog & Bell at Christmas... and we were not disappointed. I can see why it takes two weeks to decorate inside and out. Sampled a few of the still ciders and wasn't disappointed. Nice to find a pub you can have a conversation in with a great atmosphere.

Simon Christopher

Google
Fantastic pub. Friendly staff and a really nice ambience. Big garden and space out front. Dog friendly. Live music on offer. What more could you want? I had a good vegan burger for lunch and thoroughly recommend this place.

London Double Trouble

Google
The Christmas feel / how they set the pub inside and out is quite something and one of the best in terms of atmosphere in the city. The service was friendly and nice when arriving but it was very busy which isn't a surprise either. We also ordered food and was a little disappointed with it but don't be put off as it's all very worth the visit. Solid A**** LDT x

Leaburn

Google
A truly great London pub. Always busy for a reason. Classic red carpet and wood panelling. Amazing selection of beers from around the world. Bar billiards table to be found in a corner which is now a rare find. Outside seating area is good too. Kinda hipster these days but a good place anyway. Also inexplicably hot in the pub. Could go either way leaving the doors open.

Florin George

Google
I really enjoyed the sausage festival with a great variety and beautiful people. I really loved the atmosphere and ambience of the pub. I will definitely go back again for great food and drinks

Andrew Francis

Google
Best pub around without question,Sunday dinner and Wednesday night ceilidh music,are greatChristmas decorations absolutely magical ✨

Claudio Tripodi

Google
I had a fantastic experience at The Dog and Bell in Deptford. The pepper squid was delicious and paired perfectly with a couple of Guinness. The food, drinks, and decor were all top-notch. Highly recommend this spot for a great meal and atmosphere!

michael conway

Google
Lovely pub, and deservedly busy. Good range of real ales, and lovely Christmas Decorations too!

Angie Y.

Yelp
This pub is a diamond in the rough of the neighborhood of Deptford. Serving up a variety of beers on tap, I had one of the most satisfying frothy pints of Guinness of my life after a long chunnel ride into the city. My boyfriend and I split a plate of bangers of mash and it wasn't hard to see why it's an English favorite. Deliciously seared bangers (sausages for us Americans) served over the most creamy buttery mashed potatoes slathered in scaldingly hot gravy. The next day, after being so pleasantly surprised by how good the food was, we returned for dinner and ordered buffalo wings, a cheeseburger, and chilli con carne. All I have to say is I never knew pub food could taste so flavorful and refined. *Plus if you're a fan of drinking games/ boardgames this place seems to have it all.

Chris B.

Yelp
After living in Greenwich and Blackheath for well over a decade, why had I not found this place earlier?! Five mins walk from Deptford train station. If the road you're going on feels a bit quiet (New King Street), keep on going! I went there 3 times in 7 days, so I think that makes it worth the 20 min bus journey. Small, nice & cosy Victorian pub, standing a bit marooned on a quiet street, but the place packs a punch inside with an amazing selection of different draft beers, darks beers and ciders. The stout I drank was so strong, it was only served in halves. I've not tried the famous bottle collection, it's on the list to do. A Friday evening and Saturday lunchtime felt nice and busy, but there were plenty of seats, and you could just as easy grab a newspaper and while away an hour. Very inviting place, it feels like you could watch the word go buy here. Definitely a place to go back to. This has to be a decent and well run place and this is a place worth supporting.

David P.

Yelp
First time visit for Sunday lunchtime beers and food. Fabulous range of well kept ales and good value roast lunch, served by friendly landlord and staff. Nice and busy with a great atmosphere, looks well supported by locals. Highly recommended if you're in the area.

Iain T.

Yelp
The Dog and Bell was my local pub for over a decade and I honestly struggle to find a bad thing to say about it. First off, the beer. You'd be hard pushed to find a greater collection of well-managed beers anywhere in South London, and the situation's not much better in North London either. The pub has a good Fullers selection but has three guest beers each week which showcase some of the best of British brewers. This is a proper pub, no jukebox, a TV that only comes on for serious sporting events and Charlie, the landlord, is a model of the craft. Locals love the place, and are accepting of newcomers. It has a traditional pub quiz on Sunday nights (warning - two professional quiz teams usually scoop the prizes). There's even a bar billiards table that is a joy to play. Add into the mix free Wi-Fi and a great Sunday roast lunch (and food during the rest of the week) and you have, in my opinion, the perfect pub.

Chris F.

Yelp
This is a lovely old fashioned award winning proper pub serving an ever changing selection of beers (2 beers ran out while I was in the pub, I liked them and their replacements!). The pub has to be good to survive considering it is a decent distance off the main road. Just try and suppress that uneasy sensation that you are about to be mugged and quicken your pace a little on your way. You'll be fine. It's worth it.

Hana V.

Yelp
A delightful pub with character, history and a friendly bartender. This is very much a local pub, off the beaten track. The TV was playing Pointless while I was there, and the bartender asked if it was too loud for us, but I said I enjoyed the show and we had a chat. They have such a great variety of real ales and guest beers. I tried a creamy stout called 'Cat's Whiskers' but ended up going for the Weston's cider, which was very refreshing after a long walk on a sunny day. I wish this pub were closer because I really enjoyed it but it's in a part of London I'm unlikely to get to very often. The location given on Yelp is accurate, so when you're wandering down a quiet residential street that appears to be going nowhere, don't despair, you're on the right track.

Qype User (bigdav…)

Yelp
The dog and bell is quite unusual- you wouldn't actually knew that it existed, we almost went straight past! first impressions- very nice, quite traditional on the outside and inside. this turns out to be a continental type pub- by which i mean they stock a huge range of foreign beers (the raspberry beer is rather nice) The staff and customers a very friendly, and the atmosphere is quite chilled. the best time to visit is during the day, when you can get a proper feel for the place. We also noticed that they did food, unfortunately we have, as yet, not tried it. one day we will! all in all a suprisingl comfortable pub, with some very nice beers!

Qype User (PenToP…)

Yelp
A great little find that you'd be forgiven for never knowing existed. Being tucked away in the back streets of a residential area in Deptford is not always the best way to be found but this place is a lovely find if you're prepared to make the effort. The staff were very friendly and soon set about helping me find the beer I was after. Myself and a friend whiled away a gentle Sunday afternoon sampling a few of the fine and varied selection of the foreign beers they have in their fridge. The lady behind the bar was kind enough to give us a bowl of grapes and cheese on the house to accompany our drinking. All in all a great little pub that warrants further investigation. Rumour has it that Jules Holland has been known to occasionally frequent this place.

Qype User (lxq…)

Yelp
One of the better pubs in SE London and certainbly one of my favourite. I've been drinking here, on and off since 1993, and have to say that the clientele are excellent, as are the Landlords, who always go out of their way to make you feel welcome. Probably the best pint within miles.

Zarah F.

Yelp
My friend and I ended up not even staying for a drink after such a rude encounter with the bartendress. Very disappointing as we walked far from the crowds to enjoy a real pub. Unless you are an elderly white man who knows the woman behind the bar by name ....you may want to enjoy a beer elsewhere

Chris W.

Yelp
This was the first British pub I ever went to. When I walked in, everyone stared at me because it was a place for all old white British men to sit and talk and play pool/ billiards. I liked the vibe of the place though, and I tried several ales and lagers, and ultimately went with the London Ale, which was my first ale ever.

Kelly-Anne C.

Yelp
Great pub, lived near by for years and it's always been a friendly inviting place to sit and drink. Food is great, they really accommodate for any dietary needs.

Qype User (jamiej…)

Yelp
For conviviality or simple relaxation & an excellent choice of well priced beer this place takes some beating.With considerate & non-imposing landlords & a good fun, yet competitive,Sunday night quiz.Definitely worth going out of your way for ! -jamie john

G S.

Yelp
Best Sunday roast we've had here. Yummy! Should note that they do not take credit cards.

Qype User (sosmal…)

Yelp
Cosy pub with several well-kept real ales on tap, and a wide selection of bottles as well. The food was not hugely exciting - traditional-ish pub fare of lasagne, sandwiches, stew - but tasty enough. There's interesting photography on the walls, and a bar billiards table.