The Royal Standard in London: photos, reviews

About

The Royal Standard in London is a charming spot that's perfect for catching up with friends over a drink without breaking the bank. With a cozy and casual atmosphere, it offers a blend of traditional vibes with a bright, homely feel. Enjoy a selection from their recognizable lineup of keg favorites and a cask ale, with a pint of Carlsberg priced at just £3.85. The outdoor seating and beer garden provide a pleasant setting for warmer days, while live performances and sports on TV keep the energy lively. Whether you're playing on the jukebox or trying your luck at the fruit machines, the immaculately clean environment and friendly service make for a welcoming experience. Plan for a laid-back evening of affordable fun at this well-rated locale.

Price

$$$$ 10 - 20 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.

Quicks Road (Stop SD)

Bus stop 643 m walk

Merton Abbey (Stop F)

Bus stop 425 m walk

Haydons Road / Merton High Street (Stop SC)

Bus stop 676 m walk

Abbey Road (Stop SH)

Bus stop 566 m walk

4.5

based on 190 reviews

Google

4.5/5 190 reviews

London Pub Map

Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

🚇 Colliers Wood 🍺 £3.85 Carlsberg This pub is located in Colliers Wood, Southwest London. The nearest Tube is Colliers Wood, which is just across the road. This pub was originally built in 1881 and was once a Charrington’s house. It was rebuilt during the interwar years, which saw the addition of a striking ‘Royal Standard’ crest above the right-hand side entrance. The decor is traditional with a bright, homely feel. A central mahogany servery dominates the bar area, with a carpeted area to the left with tables, chairs, and a drinking ledge. In front of the bar there’s a narrow strip with stools if you fancy propping up the bar, while the right-hand side is more spacious, with plenty of seating and a snug tucked into the corner. The green and cream walls are decorated with a mix of prints, promos, and classic Guinness signage. There are a few TVs showing sport, a jukebox, and some fruit machines. Out back is a tidy partially covered beer garden with heaters, and there’s also seating out front. The whole pub was immaculately clean. The beer selection was a familiar line-up of keg favourites, plus one cask ale. I kept it simple and went for a Carlsberg — my pint was excellent and cost less than four quid! This is a wet-led pub, so no food is served, but there’s a variety of bar snacks if you’re peckish. We arrived at 11am on an overcast and humid Saturday morning in June. There were a few punters in attendance, a couple sat on the left and three locals sat in the beer garden. The atmosphere was welcoming, so we pulled up a couple of stools to enjoy our pints. We were served by a lovely friendly Lady who was chatting to us about the pub and some other London pubs she has worked at. This was the first pub we visited on our Colliers Wood crawl, and we loved it so much we could’ve stayed all day. You can tell there’s a lot of love put into this place — from the colourful exterior and well-kept interior to the regular entertainment and sensibly priced pints. This is a terrific pub, a must-visit if you’re in the area. Follow @theroyalstandardcw for updates. 📅 28th June 2025 If you want to see all my pub reviews in one place, head to @londonpubmap on Instagram or Facebook. 🍻

Paul Simon

Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Great pub prices.

Christian Moran

Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Lovely grand atmosphere watching Irish sports Guinness is good 👍