Pub in London EC4
Samuel Pepys
Stew Lane , 48 Upper Thames Street, London, EC4V 3PTClosest station: Mansion House, about 4 min walk4.4out of 5 on Google, from 720 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Samuel Pepys
Pub and contemporary restaurant with exposed bricks, modern art and panoramic river views.
The pub is in a 19th Century former Thameside tea warehouse only becoming a pub in the early 1970s.
Entry is via a spiral staircase to the loft-style bar and restaurant which includes wooden floorboards, full height windows and exposed brickwork and spectacular river views.
Fresh stone-baked pizzas are the speciality, along with pub classics and burgers.
Taken over by Shepherd Neame reopened in July 2018.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Outdoor Seating
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Real Ale
- Function Room: Balcony Bar for up to 65 guests
- Disabled Access: Lift to bar and disabled toilet
- Accessible Restroom
- WiFi
- Reservable
- Good for Groups
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 12:00 – 9:00 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
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 7489 1871
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.4out of 5 on Google, from 720 ratings
5 out of 5Al Roulexeon Google, August 2024
I really enjoyed my impromptu visit, with a glass of wine on the balcony looking across to the south side of the river. The pub has obviously had a modern refit, which isn't always a good thing, but this one is very classy and appealing inside. Good selection of drinks with three nice ones on cask. One to look out for if you're enjoying a walk on the north side river path.
5 out of 5Leo Fongon Google, August 2024
There are plenty of pubs in this area of the City, but my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our meals at The Samuel Pepys. It’s tucked away on Stew Ln off of South Thames Rd, so it takes a bit of effort to find. The ambiance is casual and welcoming, and because it was the late afternoon before many of the workers in the area descended on the pubs, it was very quiet and relaxed. My wife had a chicken and bacon sandwich which she said was "perfect," and I had the haddock and chips, which were delicious. This is an excellent choice for food and drinks if you're in the area.
5 out of 5Kathleen Fadelleon Google, September 2024
Great pub with wonderful waterfront views. The steak sandwich was divine, and the outdoor Thames seating could not be beat. Highly recommend
5 out of 5Jeremy Hallon Google, June 2024
Fabulous central London pub right on the river. Great view across to The Tate. Friendly staff and great pub food at reasonable prices. Quiet in the mid afternoon and then the after work crowd turns up to create a wonderful atmosphere. Delighted to recommend and would certainly return.
5 out of 5Alyssa Carusoon Google, June 2024
Great place tucked away on the bank of the River Thames. Little outdoor area was great for a memorable meal.
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.