Pub in London SE1
Anchor Tap
20 Horselydown Lane, London, SE1 2LNClosest station: Tower Hill, about 13 min walk4.5out of 5 on Google, from 1,008 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Anchor Tap
Was Courage's Brewery Tap when it had its brewery located nearby. Now owned by Sam Smith's, this a multi-room gem of a pub, located in a back street just a few steps walk from Tower Bridge. Paved garden area out the back.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Real Fire
- Quiet
- Games: Pool
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Restaurant
- Real Ale
- Real Heritage Pub
- Function Room
- Good for Groups
- Separate Bar
- Smoking
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Operator
- Samuel Smith
- Price
- 1 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 7403 4637
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.5out of 5 on Google, from 1,008 ratings
5 out of 5Kamil Jozwiakon Google, September 2024
Super friendly, amazing atmosphere and really good food. Can't go wrong with a pint of a Samuel Smith beer either 👌
5 out of 5Andrew Wallison Google, August 2024
The Anchor Tap in Shad Thames is a hidden gem and a must-visit for anyone who loves a traditional pub atmosphere. As a Sam Smith’s pub, it offers a fantastic range of their unique beers, and I have to say, I’m particularly fond of their Chocolate Stout and Organic Wheat Beer. The Chocolate Stout is rich, velvety, and perfectly balanced—not too sweet, but with a delightful hint of chocolate that makes it incredibly satisfying. The Organic Wheat Beer, on the other hand, is light, refreshing, and has a crisp finish that makes it an excellent choice whether you’re popping in for a quick drink…
5 out of 5Bee Myerson Google, March 2024
Anchor Tap is amazing! Natalie shared with us about how the 250 year old bar (1761) was once bombed and gave us great recommendations for local Samuel Smith brews. We loved the “digital detox” without tvs, music allowing just a great atmosphere to talk and share a beer!
5 out of 5Mike Holdenon Google, May 2023
We had a great time at this pub. We got there right when the restaurant part opened and chatted with the restaurant bar tender who was a very friendly and funny guy. The food was delicious. The steak and ale pie and bangers and mash are incredible. Great beers and ciders too. We’ll definitely be back.
5 out of 5Tony D'Bauchon Google, June 2023
A last minute discovery before retiring home, we came across this little gem of a pub, you know, one for the road, and all that. It was late, about to shut, but the atmosphere and the 2 bar staff were incredible. Worth revisiting at busier hours if only to soak up the proper atmosphere. A nice selection of lagers & ciders.
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.