Pub in Kingston
Druids Head
3 Market Place, Kingston, KT1 1JTClosest station: Kingston, about 10 min walk4.2out of 5 on Google, from 1,580 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Druids Head
Early 16th-century inn with open-fire offering real ales and classic comfort food, plus beer garden.
Kingston's oldest pub, originally a 17th-century coaching house. The old 'snug' bar has sadly recently been knocked through to become part of the split level main bar, but the fireplace has been retained. Note the mews and interesting glasswork. Guest beers change on a regular basis, with some from Greene King and others from other breweries including local ones. Food is available all days until 10pm and includes traditional Sunday roasts. Upstairs rooms are available to hire for functions. Live sports shown. The pub was once visited by the author Jerome K Jerome, who left an inscription on an upstairs window. The internal staircase and high 'rose' ceiling are both 17th-century and are Grade II* listed - these are not in the public area but can be viewed on request. Attractive enclosed patio garden area to rear.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Live Music
- Sports TV
- Family Friendly: Until 7.30pm
- Quiet
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Real Ale
- Cask Marque
- Function Room
- Disabled Access
- Accessible Restroom
- WiFi
- Reservable
- Good for Groups
- Smoking
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Operator
- Greene King
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 8546 0723
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.2out of 5 on Google, from 1,580 ratings
5 out of 5Meganon Google, September 2024
Me and my boyfriend came here for lunch on my birthday. The staff were so lovely, we interacted with Tom and Charlie and they were so welcoming and friendly, they would talk to us like we knew them prior which just made a conversation with them so easy-going and comfortable. They are a staple to this pub and definitely put the cherry on top of our visit, some of the best servers I have interacted with. When we first came in, Tom gave us options for where to sit and when we said we were here for my birthday, he showed us to a quiet, more secluded area so we could really enjoy our visit. As…
5 out of 5Deepak Tejon Google, July 2024
I recently visited Druids Head, a fantastic bar and restaurant located in the historic area of Kingston upon Thames. The place is truly impressive with its vast seating area, accommodating a large number of guests without feeling crowded. The atmosphere is a perfect blend of lively and relaxed, making it an ideal spot for both casual drinks and dining. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious options, each dish well-prepared and flavorful. The staff are friendly and attentive, adding to the overall positive experience. Set in a historic location, Druids Head combines charm, great service…
5 out of 5Julia Davison Google, August 2024
Great food, friendly bar & wait staff, excellent beers. The pub has a nice atmosphere, and lots of cozy areas. There’s a lovely beer garden & patio around the back as well.
5 out of 5Dan P3123on Google, August 2024
Decent pub in the Old Apple Market. Large pub/dining area inside which is nice throughout. Great selection of draught beers (one alcohol free,-Lucky Saint) good sized garden, some parts undercover, also 2 huts which looked cosy. Nice pub. Staff friendly. Food looked nice, Recommended for families too.
2 out of 5Andy Waffleron Google, June 2024
Very poor service and food. Ordered drinks and food for 5 of us. Half of the drinks didn’t arrive and one of the mains was missing as well. They were keep on blaming the system that the printer doesn’t always print the tickets correctly. We ordered online via the app. Unacceptable to have missing drinks and food as well when everything was done digitally. Food came out burnt as it can be seen on the picture. Only giving 2 stars because our waitress despite all the hiccups was actually smiling and super friendly and tried her best to sort things out for us.
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.