Pub in New Cross
Royal Albert
460 New Cross Road, New Cross, SE14 6TJClosest station: New Cross ELL, about 5 min walk4.5out of 5 on Google, from 1,109 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Royal Albert
Renovated pub with etched glass, velvet curtains, Chesterfield sofas and tasseled lampshades.
Former Antic pub now run by Portobello Brewery. Following a 2022 refurbishment and extension the bar has a brighter and fresher look with a relaxed, homely ambience. The L-shaped bar leads to a rear conservatory and open-to-view kitchen. The clientèle is a mixture of local academia, musicians and people out for an enjoyable time. A front patio offers outside drinking. Normally up to four cask ales are available, usually one or two of which are from the house brewery plus guest beers with a mainly regional focus, including from local microbreweries. Quiz on Monday evening, life drawing on Tues evening and live jazz on Sunday, plus a DJ on from time to time. The food offering includes burgers and steak.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Outdoor Seating: Raised front patio
- Live Music: Jazz on Sunday evening
- Sports TV: Terrestrial TV sports only
- Family Friendly: Children welcome until 8pm
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Real Ale
- Events: Quiz Monday evening; Life drawing Tues evening
- Disabled Access
- Accessible Restroom
- WiFi
- Reservable
- Good for Groups
- Smoking: Raised front patio
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 4:00 – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 4:00 – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 4:00 – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 4:00 – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Saturday
- 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Operator
- Portobello Pub Co
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 8692 3737
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.5out of 5 on Google, from 1,109 ratings
5 out of 5CJon Google, September 2024
Top notch, take my money. Bring your friends. Simple yet well executed with pizzazz. Knowledgeable, helpful and friend staff. Oh and the tartar sauce is on point. 11/10
5 out of 5Gillian Russellon Google, April 2024
A real old world gem. Cheeky little Star Wars references scattered around. Lovely big open fire 🔥 too. The bar lady was very friendly and made us both feel welcome. Wish it was our local 😪
5 out of 5Kayon Google, September 2024
Great roast and great service! Came here with family for a Sunday roast and it was a great choice. They only have 3 options but small menus typically means each option is perfect. So was the case. We didn't try the veggie wellington although it looked amazing. Chicken was cooked perfectly and so was beef (a bit on a rare side but it was delicious and tender, good quality cut). I recommend a bloody Mary too. It was one of the best ones out there. The service was lovely and very attentive. Would definitely pop back in, especially with all the gigs and quizzes happening out there!
5 out of 5Ian Harveyon Google, August 2024
Why isn’t there a drink category on Google because this is a five star drinks establishment. We didn’t eat but enjoyed good services and good beers including guest beers.
5 out of 5Vee Bakeron Google, July 2024
First visit as we came in from Hampshire to a show at the nearby community theatre. Swe received such a warm welcome. Great to see 'happy hour' prices and enjoy our drinks. Our first choice menu item was off but very pleased with what we had. Great atmosphere, lovely visit. Sorry you are so far away from home!
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.