Railway Tavern Lower Sydenham in London: photos, reviews

About

Railway Tavern in Lower Sydenham offers a charming retreat into London's rich pub culture. This traditional two-bar pub, dating back to the late 1860s, combines an old-school decor with a casual, cozy atmosphere that's perfect for catching up with friends. Enjoy outdoor seating while savoring a slice of pizza or sipping on a pint of Pravha, attractively priced at just £5.50. With its welcoming vibe and affordable menu, it's a great spot to watch a game or simply unwind over an array of beers, wines, and spirits. The Tavern's excellent ratings reflect its commitment to maintaining good beer prices and an inviting setting for patrons.

Price

$$$$ 1 - 10 GBP

Services

Outdoor seating

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving food

Payment

Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment

Atmosphere

Casual, Cozy

Best for

Meet up with friends

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Brookehowse Road

Bus stop 942 m walk

Bell Green / Sainsbury's (Stop LN)

Bus stop 331 m walk

Bell Green (Stop LS)

Bus stop 475 m walk

4.5

based on 203 reviews

Google

4.5/5 203 reviews

Gemma Dillon

Service: 4
Atmosphere: 3

Friendly helpful staff and a cute pub cat

London Pub Map

Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

🚇Lower Sydenham 🍺 £5.50 Prahva The Railway Tavern is located on busy Southend Lane in Lower Sydenham, southeast London. The nearest station is Lower Sydenham mainline. This pub was built around 1867–1868 to serve both travelers and locals, following the opening of Lower Sydenham station in 1857. This is a two-bar pub, traditionally decorated with an old-school feel. The main bar is located at the front and is a good size. The servery is unusual, in that it is made from light wood and polished veneer. The decor includes light-painted walls, conventional furniture, a jukebox, a fruit machine, a few TVs, a carpeted floor, and a large mirror featuring an advertisement for a Turkish dentist 😁. The most striking feature is a wall dedicated to Celtic FC. The rear bar is simply decorated and includes a pool table and a dartboard. At the back of the pub, there is an additional room that doubles as a beer garden, thanks to its retractable roof The beer lineup consists of a selection of mainstream keg beers. I opted for a pint of Pravha, my pint was excellent, price point was below average. This is a wet-led pub, so it doesn’t serve food, but there were plenty of crisps and nuts available. You can even get a Creme Egg! We arrived at 11am, bang on opening time on a sunny Saturday morning in May. We were the first ones through the door, so we had a good mooch around the pub. The service was superb; the barman was a real character and chatted with us throughout our visit. He mentioned that the pub hosts a Celtic supporters club, shows live Celtic games, and gets very busy during matches. I loved the old-school, local pub feel of this place, and the fact that we were made to feel right at home. Good beer prices, a proper pub setting, Creme Eggs, helpful pointers on getting your teeth done— loved it here. 📅 10th May 2025 If you want to see all my pub reviews in one place, head to @londonpubmap on Instagram. 🍻

kate franklin

Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Will make delicious cocktails 😋🍹