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The Pig's Ear
★ 4.0(1 review)Bar
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About the Vibe
The Gladwin Brothers have nailed the Chelsea pub scene with The Pig's Ear, a countryside-style spot that feels like your local but with serious quality. Nestled on Old Church Street, this is where the community gathers for lazy Sunday roasts, inventive cocktails, and wines from their own Nutbourne vineyard. Skip the tourist traps and come here for the Tamworth pork belly, Lindisfarne oysters with a rhubarb vinegar twist, or just a proper pint by the fire.
Known For
- •Sunday roasts with Sussex Farm livestock
- •Nutbourne vineyard wines
- •Flying Pigs Running Club
- •Lindisfarne oysters with wasabi and rhubarb vinegar
Best For
Sunday lunchesafter-work drinkscasual group dinners
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 1, 2026
Chelsea's newest local favorite with serious quality
The Pig's Ear is Chelsea's latest hit, and it's easy to see why. The Gladwin Brothers have created a space that feels genuinely local rather than trying too hard to be trendy. The interior strikes that perfect balance between rustic charm and modern comfort, with a central bar that becomes the heart of the room once you're inside.
What really sets this place apart is the commitment to quality. The Sunday roast is legendary—generous portions of Tamworth pork belly or Sussex beef served with proper Yorkshire puddings and seasonal vegetables. The oyster selection is equally impressive, especially the Lindisfarne oysters with their unusual but delicious wasabi and rhubarb vinegar pairing. And don't sleep on the cocktails; the Bloody Mary is genuinely one of the best in the area.
The wine list deserves special mention, featuring bottles from the owners' own Nutbourne vineyard at surprisingly reasonable prices for Chelsea. Whether you're here for a pre-run pint with the Flying Pigs Running Club or a lazy Sunday with friends, this is the kind of pub that makes you want to stay forever.