Bromley Pubs
There is a wide selection of great pubs in Bromley, we will be listing the finest pubs from the borough on this page. If there is a pub that you would like us to feature, send us an email and we will send one of our representatives along to see if the establishment is one the best Bromley pubs.
The Sydney Arms – Old Perry Street, Chislehurst – 0208 467 3025
Admiral Arthur Phillip, colonial administrator, was the founder of the settlement which is now recognised as the city of Sydney in Australia. He named Sydney Cove on Port Jackson after the British Home Secretary, Thomas Townshend, the First Viscount Sydney, in recognition of Sydney’s role in issuing the charter which authorised Phillip to establish a prison colony in the area. The settlement grew to such an extent that it eventually became known as just Sydney. According to the Pigot’s Directory of 1832, the Sydney Arms was previously known as the White Swan, however, it was re-named during the 1880′s in honour of British Liberal politician, John Robert Townshend, Third Viscount Sydney. Frognal House was the family seat and the Sydney Family Coat of Arms still remains on the pub’s sign today. The Sydney Arms has been extended and refurbished over the years and a modern conservatory added in the 1980’s is available to hire for private functions. Whether it be company meetings or a celebration of any kind, the event can be tailored to suit. With its modern and thriving restaurant located close to the entrance of Scadbury Park, the Sydney Arms is a popular haunt with the many ramblers and visitors to the park. Whether sampling a delicious escalope of pork tenderloin in a cream sauce, pan fried wing of skate in caper and black butter sauce or a robust home-made steak, ale and mushroom pie with a light puff pastry top, served with chips and fresh vegetables, visitors can be assured of a hearty and traditional menu in a warm and convivial atmosphere. There is also a superb beer selection with a variety of real ales and the Fullers London Pride is highly recommended.
The Fox Inn - Heathfield Road, Keston
Located on the charming and picturesque corner of the common in the leafy village of Keston, the Fox Inn has been a long-term fixture in this part rural part suburban area and one that is at the very heart of the Keston community. A distinctive and imposing building, the Fox Inn has recently been refurbished and renovated and is now under new local management. The internal re-decoration programme has included a new oak bar and feature lighting and although the bar and restaurant is now more open plan with a fresh and airy feel, all work has been carried out in order to maintain the cosy and welcoming ambience that has always been such an appealing character of the Fox Inn. Dishes are composed of traditional home-made pub food with breakfast, lunch and dinner menus regularly updated. Bar snacks are available with Deep-fried Squid with Chili Jam and Baby Rack Ribs and BBQ Sauce being firm favourites. The Fox Inn is a family-friendly pub and armed with outdoor facilities such as the terrace and large attractive garden it is one that can cater for all celebratory occasions.
O’Neills – 27-29, East St, Bromley
Run by both Bromley Council and Bromley Police, Best Bar None is a scheme to encourage licensed premises to aim for higher standards of management, and to reduce alcohol related crime and disorder in town centres by building on the already good relationship between the licensed trade, council and police to cultivate and improve standards even further. O’Neill’s was one of the pubs to received accreditation under the Bromley Bar None Scheme. Chill out and unwind with tasty pub food and live toe-tapping music provided in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy a premium Irish steak or a dish of Irish pork and leek sausages, served on colcannon with a rich red onion gravy and sample from a comprehensive drinks range which includes draught Irish favourites such as Caffneys, Guiness, Magners and Smithwicks.
The Queen’s Head – 73 High Street, Green Street Green
Another licensed premises to receive accreditation under the Bromley Bar None Scheme is the Queen’s Head, a pub restaurant that serves superb gastro pub food and real ale. Chef Kristen is committed to sourcing quality British ingredients from trusted farmers and serving splendid meat, seafood and vegetarian dishes that make the most of the season’s best produce. Sample award winning pork, apple and wild boar sausages, served with mash and caramelised onion gravy or line-caught cod which is beer-battered daily and served with thick cut chips, minted pea puree and fresh tartare sauce. As well as award winning wines to tempt the palate there are also between five and ten seasonal cask ales on tap. The Queens Head is a member of the Cask Marque Trust in recognition of its excellence in the service of real ale and also supports the Campaign for Real Ale, an independent voluntary consumer organisation that promotes greater beer and cider quality as well as choice and value for money.
