About This Pub
Ah, The Ship in Wandsworth is one of those pubs that really pulls you in with its riverside charm and lively feel – it's just the sort of place you'd want to pop into for a pint and a catch-up with mates. From what I've gathered, the food stands out as a winner, with fresh, hearty options and plenty on your plate for the price, plus the staff go above and beyond to make sure everything's spot on, even sorting out any little issues without a fuss. The terraces are brilliant for a more relaxed vibe or if you're up for some buzz, and it's clear they put effort into special events, like that handwritten Christmas card that left a smile on faces. On the flip side, it's not flawless – a few reviews mentioned the Sunday roast chicken lacking in seasoning, and the roasty spuds didn't quite get that crispy perfection we all crave. Still, with such a strong overall rating, it's a solid choice for a good night out, as long as you keep expectations balanced and maybe steer clear of the busier times.
Pros and Cons
Pros
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The food is fresh and delicious, with generous portions that offer great value for your money.
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Staff are incredibly attentive and friendly, making every visit feel welcoming and personal.
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The outdoor terraces are a real highlight – perfect for a relaxed chat or enjoying a livelier vibe.
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It's a fantastic spot for special occasions, like Christmas lunches, with thoughtful touches that add a nice surprise.
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The pub has a bustling, characterful atmosphere that's ideal for soaking up the riverside charm.
Cons
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Some dishes, like the chicken in the Sunday roast, can be a bit under-seasoned and not quite up to scratch.
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The roasty spuds might not always hit the mark, lacking that perfect crispy outside and fluffy inside.
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It gets pretty busy at times, so you might need to book ahead to avoid waiting around.
Contact Information
41 Jews Row, London SW18 1TB
+442088709667
Pub
Open Now
Opening Hours
| Monday | 11:00 - 23:00 |
| Tuesday (Today) | 11:00 - 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00 - 23:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00 - 23:00 |
| Friday | 11:00 - 00:00 |
| Saturday | 11:00 - 00:00 |
| Sunday | 11:00 - 23:00 |
Recent Reviews
We went there on Saturday evening and had the best time ever! Food is nice and fresh, staff attentive and service just great! We sat in front terrace section as it is a bit quieter so we could chat, but if your prefer more bustling space the back terrace will be your favourite choice! Very well done The Ship! We will be back at the nearest possible opportunity! Thank you!
Food was pretty delicious! You get a lot of food for the money. Staff were friendly. Restaurant has a great look inside which made it fun to eat at.
Went for the Sunday roast. We had chicken and the beef. Beef was done to perfection. Chicken was merely “ok”. Not very well seasoned. Rosy spuds were not good. They weren’t done for long enough, so they didn’t have the crispy outside and fluffy inside which was a shame. Sticky toffee pudding was lovely, as was our waitress.
Please feel free to have a word with the chefs at either: The Northcote; The Alma or The Crooked Billet if you need to know the key to a good road tie because theirs were on point! Do better.
Fantastic Christmas Day lunch! Staff were so friendly and really looked after us, including my 4 month old son. We received a handwritten Christmas card at the table which was a really nice touch. Food was great. I had the duck and preferred it more well cooked, staff took it back with no fuss and the kitchen cooked me a brand new meal. Highly recommend this pub!
A bustling, riverside, character, pub and restaurant which obviously gets repeated custom !!! It was a big rugby day, and most tables were booked - highly recommended - post 4.30pm, but fortunately, I visited enough time before this to enjoy a meal and a few drinks. Service, via the Youngs app, was very quick, although the app didn't show wines by the glass easily, and if you make a mistake, you have to empty the whole basket - APP BEWARE !!! The food was high quality and very nice, drinks too. My only complaint was that - and as it's getting colder - there was an awful draught every time the door opened because the door heater was broken. Hopefully, it will be fixed before I return for a winter burger !!!!
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