Pub in Bromley
Star & Garter
227 High Street, Bromley, BR1 1NZClosest station: Bromley North, about 6 min walk4.5out of 5 on Google, from 567 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Star & Garter
After being closed for a number of years, the pub reopened under new management in November 2016 and now regularly offers a range of cask ales, many of which were previously rarely seen in Bromley, including beers from Fyne, Arbor, Kirkstall, Marble, Siren and Tiny Rebel. With up to 7 cask ales on handpump, the selection normally includes at least one stout or porter as well as showcasing beers from smaller breweries from all over the country. In addition, up to 16 craft keg taps and imported draft beers are also available along with one corner of the pub devoted to a wide selection of bottles and cans for either takeaway or drinking on the premises. Keg beers can include DEYA, Orbit, Vault City, Verdant, Cloudwater and Northern Monk but these can change on a frequent basis.
Rebuilt in 1898 in the Arts & Crafts "Old English" style, this Grade II listed pub has probably one of the most imposing exteriors of any pub in the area, including an enormous pub sign projecting over the pavement. Large arched windows with etched glass complement the wooden frontage on the ground floor, divided into a central arch with end arches either side complete with mosaic floor tiling. Inside the pub has been completely refurbished as more open plan around a U-shaped bar with wooden flooring and cream walls adorned with tin-plated beer signs and beer pump clips. The lighting is subdued with fairy lights over the ornate woodwork. Seating consists of a wide variety of benches, chairs and high stools around wooden tables.
At the back, there is a well tended patio garden with plenty of assorted seating, popular in warmer weather.
No meals are provided but customers are allowed to consume food brought in from local takeaways. The owners also operate The Stormbird and the Hermits Cave in Camberwell.
Local CAMRA branch Pub of the Year for 2018, 2019 and 2020/2021, runner-up in 2022 and 2023 and joint runner-up in 2024.
Note that opening hours may be subject to variation.
Instagram page is @starandgarterbromley
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Outdoor Seating: Well tended patio garden
- Sports TV: Major sporting events are shown
- Family Friendly
- Serves Food
- Real Ale
- Function Room
- Disabled Access: Disabled toilet available
- WiFi
- Good for Groups
- Smoking: Either out front or in the rear garden
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 3:00 – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 1:00 – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 1:00 – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 1:00 – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:30 – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 12:30 – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 1:00 – 9:00 PM
As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Operator
- Independent
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.5out of 5 on Google, from 567 ratings
2 out of 5John Won Google, October 2024
What a bizarre experience... an empty pub, served by a person in a facemask coughing away who was clearly trying to keep clear from customers. Having a quiet pint felt like end of days... Honestly, don't open if you're unwell, it would be much better for everyone. I have a feeling on another day it could be brilliant, so the two stars are for the beer, which was excellent.
5 out of 5Andy Hoareon Google, October 2023
Fantastic spacious pub, with some interesting windows and mirrors. Huge range of stunning craft beer, including several imperial stouts all on tap. Half a dozen or so cask ales, I only had one ( stayed in the kegged beers for the rest ), but it was in fantastic condition, a beautiful chocolate orange stout. Also had a bottle corner, with some great lambic and gueuze selection.
5 out of 5Rob RSon Google, October 2024
Great pub, with an outstanding selection of beers on offer. I never expected to find this good a range in Bromley. Also has a bottleshop with a good range of Belgian, lambic and craft beer, including some that are rarely seen in the UK. My one nitpick is that none of the bottleshop stock is priced up; you have to ask at the bar about prices on each individual item, which makes it hard to know how many you can afford to take home with you. Please add price tags for the sake of the socially awkward!
5 out of 5Paulon Google, December 2023
Best pub in the area with a large selection of craft ales on tap, you won't find any big name beers here. Plus a good selection of take away cans and bottles. Relaxed atmosphere, quite background music only and rarely any TV's on lovely spacious interior and a small beer garden. Average £6:50 for a keg beer, draft is cheaper though at around £4 a pint, they all taste fantastic, so I keep coming back. Staff always nice, my go to pub in the area.
4 out of 5A Severson Google, August 2024
Amazing selection of craft beer and a lovely building. Service was a bit sparse but I had a pint so I suppose it did its job. Good little beer garden out the back and dog-friendly. The beer selection alone will see me return.
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.