The Lighthouse

Pub · Battersea ·

The Lighthouse

Pub · Battersea ·

Gastropub with a leafy garden, evolving menu & great beers

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441 Battersea Park Rd, London SW11 4LR, United Kingdom Get directions

£20–30

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"Having recently been closed for a refurbishment, The Lighthouse explains that they have ‘tinkered with the furniture, stretched parts that seemed impossible to stretch and added comfort with reckless abandon', and they have done a great job! Having been locals at this pub for 8 years we can strongly recommend the atmosphere, great food from their evolving menu and their wide selection of beers. Whether you are looking for a working lunch, evening drinks or dinner, or a classic Sunday roast you will enjoy your time here. In the summer you can relax in the garden and in the winter you can cosy up to the fire. Whatever the season or time of day you can really lose track of time here. Now the sun has made an appearance we cannot wait to get out into the newly designed garden. The Lighthouse staff are friendly and helpful. After a walk in Battersea Park you can bring your four-legged friends along to join you too. Opening hours Monday to Thursday 12-11pm Friday - Saturday 12pm-12am Sunday 12-10:30pm Kitchen times Monday to Thursday 12-3pm/6-10pm Friday & Saturday 12-10pm Sunday 12-9pm 020 7223 7721 info@thelighthousebattersea.com" - Holmes Wood

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"The Lighthouse, Battersea. Having recently been closed for a refurbishment, The Lighthouse explains that they have ‘tinkered with the furniture, stretched parts that seemed impossible to stretch and added comfort with reckless abandon', and they have done a great job! Having been locals at this pub for 8 years we can strongly recommend the atmosphere, great food from their evolving menu and their wide selection of beers. Whether you are looking for a working lunch, evening drinks or dinner, or a classic Sunday roast you will enjoy your time here. In the summer you can relax in the garden and in the winter you can cosy up to the fire. Whatever the season or time of day you can really lose track of time here. Now the sun has made an appearance we cannot wait to get out into the newly designed garden. The Lighthouse staff are friendly and helpful. After a walk in Battersea Park you can bring your four-legged friends along to join you too. Opening hoursMonday to Thursday 12-11pmFriday - Saturday 12pm-12amSunday 12-10:30pmKitchen timesMonday to Thursday 12-3pm/6-10pmFriday & Saturday 12-10pmSunday 12-9pm020 7223 7721info@thelighthousebattersea.com"

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The Lighthouse - Review - Battersea - London - The Infatuation

"The Lighthouse is one of those pubs where you wouldn’t expect a great deal of outside space, if anything at all. In reality it’s got a very nice patio that also has the benefit of a TV. This is good if you’re sportingly inclined, but not at all intrusive if you’re not. The food wants to be more than your standard pub and it’s all the better for it. It turns out calamari with a gochujang remoulade is an excellent drinking snack." - Jake Missing

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The Lighthouse

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🚇 Battersea Park 🍺 £6.40 Pravha The Lighthouse is located on busy Battersea Park Road in Battersea, southwest London. The nearest station is Battersea Park. This pub was built in 1866 and was originally known as The Clock House. The name comes from the small, crowning clock that sits atop the building. The pub has had a few monikers over the years, such as Dovedale House and later Bar Room Bar. The pub was renamed The Lighthouse in 2008. This is a good-sized, one-bar pub with a comfortable, contemporary feel. The bar area is L-shaped, with a centrally located traditional servery and modern pendant lights above. Opposite the servery is a row of comfy booths, while the area by the entrance is open plan with a variety of seating. The decor consists of boarded floors with rugs, light- and dark-painted walls, a fine selection of mixed artwork, and some interesting bric-a-brac. At the rear of the pub, there is a sizeable, decked, south-facing, walled beer garden with a retractable roof. The beer selection is solid and offers a range of familiar favourites, local independent brews, and cask ale. I decided on a Pravha; my pint was great, price point was a smidge above average. The food menu features hearty pub classics—fish and chips cost £17.50—and roasts are available on Sundays. I arrived at 11am on a chilly Saturday morning in January. The pub had just opened, so everything was calm and relaxed. I ordered my pint, had a good mooch around, and sat at a poser table to enjoy it alongside the decent soundtrack. The service was excellent; the team on duty were welcoming, friendly, and courteous. Visiting this Young’s pub was a very agreeable experience all round. The building and architecture were easy on the eye. The interior had an upmarket, contemporary feel, which made settling in very easy, and the beer was good without breaking the bank. The service was on point, and the beer garden is a massive bonus. I enjoyed it here — definitely worth a visit if you’re in this neck of the woods. 📅 10th January 2026

Sarah

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We had the best time here over Christmas/New Years. We popped in for lunch one day and immediately decided we had to come back. The food was great and it was such a cozy spot. We ended up spending NYE here, drinking cider and counting down to midnight with the rest of the pub. Our kids remember this place as one of the highlights of our trip and we even decorated a spot in our home to have a disco ball and pictures of The Lighthouse. Once a week, we drink cider, play cards, and remember our favorite London spot.

Ajay P.

Google

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I had a fantastic experience at Lighthouse. The staff were truly exceptional – warm, attentive, and made us feel so welcome from the moment we walked in. The food was equally impressive, beautifully prepared and absolutely delicious. Every detail, from the service to the atmosphere, made for a perfect dining experience. Highly recommend!

SIMON AINSWORTH T.

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Popped in to The Lighthouse, a first for me as a visitor, for a pint with some family and friends. Pleasant atmosphere, quiet with London nearing Christmas. Very pleasant late afternoon. Friendly and helpful barman.

Chris T.

Google

Came in for a drink to unwind after work. Was greeted by James with a friendly smile and offered drinks and a menus. I opted for a pint of Jubel peach. The beer was perfect and served in no time at all despite the pub looking rather busy. James offer me a range of bar snack as I was very hungry. Had the spice biltong and a few more beers. I was thinking of leave but got up in conversation with some of the regulars and ended up staying until closing time. Had a great night and although I’ve been in a couple of time before this is the latest I stayed. Great staff and great customers in a warm and friendly pub.

Farah J.

Google

The Lighthouse is a lovely spot with great vibes. The food is tasty and well-presented, with a good variety on the menu, though some dishes could be a touch stronger in flavour. The service is excellent – staff are attentive, friendly, and quick to help. The atmosphere is what really makes it – warm, welcoming, and perfect for both casual meals and evenings out. Overall, a really enjoyable place that I’d happily recommend.

Hamille Kaye R.

Google

We had our Christmas party here! Food was delicious, especially the roasts! All of my colleagues said they were full! I have the place reserved for a couple of hours and the servers were very much polite and helpful in our needs. Though it could get a bit busy at some time, they still managed to serve us well. The place gets crowded at certain hours but it did not stop us from having fun. The team was supportive with our requests and very much approachable despite their busy schedule. Overall, it was a good experience. Looking forward to come back :)

belen G.

Google

The lady who served was very interested and kind. Thanks her again :) The food was amazing. The beer was delicious. I tried ‘local’ beer which is very light but so tasty. Fish and chips was probably one of the best I could have tried. It was worth every penny😌

Justine E.

Yelp

There's a great outdoor seating area in the back of this pub that offers a good conversational atmosphere. The menu and bar had some decent choices to offer as well from beers to wine and food to share. We went on a Sunday evening and service seemed a bit slow, though the place was pretty nicely packed for a Sunday with a lot of groups and couples from the twenty something professional crowd. They do have a dog-friendly policy, which seemed to bother some people more than others, but I wouldn't think it would matter if your pet is fine around other people. Overall, it's a very welcoming pub with comfortable wooden furniture as well as current newspapers and even board games to offer. It's a great location for this area and the easiest way to get here is by Clapham Junction, though it's not a bad walk either from Battersea Park.

Matt P.

Yelp

One of the nicest London pubs I've actually ever been in - though maybe Christmas helped that be the case. It was warm, had super helpful and friendly bar staff, and smelled like Christmas. Add to this that the food was amongst the best I've ever had in an actual pub and it's easy to see why it's so popular - which apparently it is; It was my first visit there, but I've had friends telling me about it for years and honestly it didn't let me down. Drinks, food, ambiance, all first class!

Jon T.

Yelp

We were here on a Saturday lunchtime, it seemed exceptionally short staffed, and bar service was slow. Some of our party ordered food and was informed of a 40 minute wait. Over an hour later it transpired they'd "lost" the order. Whilst that was refunded, this was a disappointing experience.

Qype User (.

Yelp

New manager/supervisor? Used to come here quite a lot - bit more chilled out than some of the other pubs on the same road (especially on a match day I'm looking at you, Latchmere!). However, I don't expect to be told off within minutes of arriving for leaving a door open, and I hadn't expected my tiny(!) portion of chips to be entirely hidden from view by an small/average-sized piece of fish (£13 + £10 for a glass of wine + one pint). The barman wearing the red t-shirt last night (looked like the supervisor) was just rude I've got no idea why he'd choose to work in hospitality. Perhaps we caught them on a bad day, though judging by some of the more recent reviews here, I suspect otherwise. Bottom line is we won't be going back there are far better options just around the corner (I won't mention them by name, so I hopefully won't be accused of being a competitor!).

Syd P.

Yelp

This place had a great ambiance and is very cute inside! However, the food I ordered was terrible! I ordered the tofu curry, which was watery and so salty, I could hardly eat it. The rice was also undercooked, and the fries lacked flavor completely. I don't like to write bad reviews but this place was really a miss unfortunately.

Jennifer W.

Yelp

I really miss the Lighthouse. I was first attracted to the strings of Christmas lights in the window-- and then to the menu. My first time there, I watched a couple read their books and paper on a rainy afternoon, then share a dish of rhubarb crumble with a pot of cream poured over it. My favorite dish on their menu was the grilled steak sandwich, but I never had any meal that wasn't good. The scallops were also divine. Love the outdoor patio. Sometimes the service could be a little slow, but it does get crowded-- and it gets crowded for a reason. Good food. Good atmosphere. Pretty people. And once the bartenders know you you're in.

dan r.

Yelp

They have an amazing patio and jinga.also they had the absolute best fish and chips in the world but hard to get a blacktop cab

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Yelp

Great pub, one of my favourites. I used to come here in the summer every week because of the garden, but in the winter there is charm too. The atmosphere is very cozy, lots of wooden furniture and paintings. The food is average but the service is good. Charming pub, give it a try.

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Yelp

This place is truly magical. I fell in love with it as soon as I walked in for the first time. It has a really good vibe about it- gorgeous décor, nice low lighting and a stunning outside patio. It is so welcoming you could sit here for hours. The seating is nicely spread out so lots of room for everyone and the staff are so friendly. The lovely French bar man was the most cheerful person I'd come across in long time and really put a smile on my face after a long hard day at work!

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Yelp

A lovely pub. I ventured in for a glass of red after a walk in Battersea park with my boyfriend one chilly Sunday afternoon. It was very inviting, with twinkling fairy lights in the window and long wooden tables and sofas in the bar area. We ended up spending the afternoon in there playing scrabble and drinking lots of wine.

Antony M.

Yelp

The Lighthouse a local pub to us and a wonderful retreat from the madness of outside. The plus about this venue is that you can eat in the beer garden on tables which are big & solid, no wobble legs to deal with. Not bad selection of beers and the food is very good. Book in advance, this place gets really busy on Sundays. Staff, well they come and go but generally good, we only had one problem before and that was resolved on the spot. It's a as good in the winter as it is in the summer months, and there are a selection of board games if you and others are in the mood. A very enjoyable gastro pub.

Robert F.

Yelp

The lighthouse has an open room with light airy atmosphere- that isn't really my thing in the winter but I highly anticipate summers in their massive garden. They have locally sourced food and drink. Especially good is sharing the Hamish Johnston cheese board in the garden. My favorite of their many beers served include a steigle and a Rothaus Hefe Weizen & Pils.

Jane P.

Yelp

Very nice local pub. Do a lovely roast on a Sunday. Good beer and wine options. Garden our the back is great in the summer for sitting outside. My friend is a vegan and they were very accommodating to make a vegan dessert. Will be back.

Claire C.

Yelp

Lovely and very friendly London pub. The staff are unfailingly helpful and cheery. And the burgers are to die for. Looks attractive too - you can't miss the fairy lights outside! Feel very lucky to have this as my local and would highly recommend to groups especially.

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The Lighthouse Battersea

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SIMON AINSWORTH T.

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Chris T.

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Farah J.

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Hamille Kaye R.

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belen G.

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Justine E.

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Matt P.

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Jon T.

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Syd P.

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Jennifer W.

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dan r.

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They have an amazing patio and jinga.also they had the absolute best fish and chips in the world but hard to get a blacktop cab

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Antony M.

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Jane P.

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