The Bear in London: photos, reviews

About

The Bear in London is a lively gastropub that effortlessly blends a casual yet fashionable vibe with a cozy ambiance. Rated at 4.5 stars on Google, it's a popular spot for meeting up with friends or enjoying solo dining. This moderate-priced venue offers an impressive selection of beers, cocktails, and wines, all accompanied by delicious, phenomenal food that can be enjoyed both at the bar and in the dining area.

Whether you're in the mood for a laid-back evening or a vibrant night out, The Bear has you covered. With features like live music, sports screenings, and live performances, the entertainment is as diverse as its clientele. The friendly and charming staff enhance the experience, ensuring everyone feels welcome, including those from the LGBTQ community. With free Wi-Fi and options like takeaway, reservations, and outdoor seating, The Bear caters to every need, making it a go-to spot for any social outing.

Price

$$$$

Services

Takeaway, Reservations available, Outdoor seating, Dine-in

Offering

Serving alcohol, Happy-hour drinks, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving food, Serving food at bar

Payment

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

Atmosphere

Fashionably, Casual, Cozy

Best for

Meet up with friends, Solo dining

4.5

based on 283 reviews

Google

4.5/5 283 reviews

Michele Tieghi

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

What a gem in Camberwell. My flatmate has been raving about this resturant for a while. I went last night with my gf and the food was fenomenal, the chefs are very friendly and talk to you about the dishes. The food was fenomal. Probably the best food I’ve had in London in the last year

Libby

Really pleasantly surprised to have stumbled across this! Delicious food, we had a couple of small plates and after ordering one croquette we ordered a few more. The small plates were larger than expected. Super pleasant sitting outside. Staff all very friendly!

Jenny Jones

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

The food was so so so delicious. 😋 really spot on and so nice that you could of just eating a complete other plate full. This was for a fabulous party - burrata, aubergine parmigiana, slow cooked lamb, new potatoes, salsa verde… just all completely delicious and perfectly executed. And what a great bunch of people. Really relaxed and smiling and cheerful - all the staff were lovely, professional and did a fab job. Will definitely go back.

What is the address of The Bear?
The Bear is located at 296A Camberwell New Rd, SE5 0RP, London, United Kingdom.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop County Grove (Stop F) (286 m walk)
- Bus stop Camberwell Church St / Camberwell Grn (Stop L) (325 m walk)
- Bus stop Warner Road (Stop J) (153 m walk)
How is The Bear rated by visitors?
The Bear has an average rating of 4.5 based on 283 reviews across platforms such as Google.
What types of drinks are offered?
The bar serves a wide selection of beers, wines, and cocktails. Happy hour specials also are available.
Does the venue have outdoor seating?
Yes, outdoor seating is available, making it ideal during warm weather.

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