Tucked away at the leafier end of Great Dover Street, The Roebuck is a stunning Victorian pub and one of Borough's best kept secrets, independently owned and loved by locals.

The Roebuck offers a wide selection of beers and ales from around the world, a freshly prepared seasonal menu, full of locally sourced produce and an easy going, friendly atmosphere.

The head chef has strong ties to a small farm in Sussex, and often visits to check on produce to create the constantly changing menu. One of the highlights on the menu is their renowned Sunday roast, with options such as 28 day aged Dexter beef rump, or butternut squash & mushroom wellington as a vegan option, all served with roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings, seasonal vegetables and gravy.

Nestled in Borough, The Roebuck is just a short walk from Borough Underground Station, and just 10-minutes from both Elephant & Castle and London Bridge.

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Sunday Lunch
Sunday: 12pm - 7pm

  • Gluten Free
  • Dog Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Sunday Lunch
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Vegan options
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Children Allowed
  • Online Booking
50 Great Dover Street, London, SE1 4YG
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    a week ago
    🚇 Borough 🍺 £6.90 Pillars Pilsner The Roebuck is located halfway down Great Dover Street in Borough, South London. The nearest Tube is Borough. Close by on Tabard Street and Hankey Place are Stretcher Railings. These are fences which are recycled World War II stretchers. They are worth a look as part of a visit to the pub. The Roebuck was built in 1892 and is Grade II listed ex-Truman’s pub. This handsome Victorian building has mansard roofing, Dutch gables and a green dome-like roof structure, making it one of London’s most attractive pubs. This is good size one bar pub that has a contemporary feel with nice traditional touches. At the heart of this pub is an Island servery with elegant corinthian columns and lots of foliage above the back bar. The main bar area forms a horseshoe shape around the servery and is bathed in light from the beautiful arched windows. To the rear of the servery is a snug complete with a fireplace and comfy sofas. The overall decor comprises of a boarding floor, pastel coloured walls, rustic tables and chairs and a mixture of colourful prints and mirrors. Upstairs is a function room where Charlie Chaplin supposedly performed. The beer selection is on point and offers a selection of four cask ales and keg options from local London breweries. I decided on a Pillars Pilsner, my pint was excellent, price point was a little high. The food option is classic pub fayre, a large portion of Fish & Chips costs £17, Roasts are available on a Sunday. I arrived around 12.30pm on a mild Saturday lunchtime in February. The pub was initially calm and relaxed but soon filled up with hordes of punters, in to watch the Six Nations rugby. The atmosphere was upbeat with an expectant buzz around the pub. The service was friendly and personable, the team on duty were enthusiastic and ready for a busy day’s trade. Jaw dropping architecture, comfortable surroundings, a good selection of beer and friendly service, made for a marvellous pub experience, put this one on the must visit list. Follow @theroebuckse1 for updates. 📅 1st February 2025 More London Pub info @londonpubmap on socials 🍻
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    3 weeks ago
    Our waitress Kim was just plain amazing. She had a bubbly infectious attitude that made us want to come back again. Hopefully the business knows her value. The Sunday roast was perfect. We each had a different one so we could share.
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    a month ago
    Was a nice surprise to find, I managed to find some wheat and dairy free food, the menu was clearly marked up. The food was good, my partners jerk chicken was sizable and the chicken juicy. I had the pork which was huge. They had a good stock of non alcoholic drinks , and the staff were attentive .Would go back again.