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Duke's Head
★ 4.0(1 review)Bar
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About the Vibe
The Duke’s Head is Putney’s go-to riverside pub, a Grade II-listed Victorian building that’s been serving locals for over a century. You’ll find it buzzing with energy, especially during the Boat Race when the whole place transforms into a riverside celebration. Skip the tourist traps and come here for their legendary Sunday roasts—tender meat, crispy potatoes, and those massive Yorkshires that’ll have you coming back week after week.
Known For
- •Sunday roast dinners
- •Boat Race viewing
- •riverside terrace
- •traditional British pub fare
Best For
Sunday lunchessports viewingcasual drinks
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 1, 2026
Putney’s Riverside Classic
The Duke’s Head has that rare combination of historic charm and modern energy that makes you want to make it your regular spot. The riverside location is unbeatable, especially in summer when you can sip a spritz while watching the Thames flow by. Their Sunday roast is genuinely one of the best in Putney—generous portions, proper Yorkshire puddings, and meat that’s actually tender. It gets packed on race days and during big sports events, but that’s part of the appeal; you’re here for the atmosphere as much as the food. Service is friendly and efficient, even when they’re at capacity.