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The Spotted Horse
★ 4.0(1 review)Bar
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About the Vibe
The Spotted Horse is your classic Putney high street pub that actually delivers on its promises. It's the kind of place where you can grab a proper Sunday roast with a giant sharing Yorkshire pudding, or just settle in for a pint while catching live sport on Sky Sports. The rooftop terrace, Putney Beach Club, is the real star when the weather's good—a sun trap with its own bar that locals actually use for weekend drinks.
Known For
- •Sunday roasts with sharing Yorkshire pudding
- •Putney Beach Club rooftop terrace
- •live sport on Sky Sports
- •dog-friendly pub
Best For
Sunday roast dinnerscatching live sportsweekend terrace drinks
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 9, 2026
Solid local pub with great roasts
The Spotted Horse is exactly what you want from a local London pub—no frills, just solid food and a proper atmosphere. The Sunday roast is the main event here, especially if you order the famous sharing Yorkshire pudding stuffed with meat and all the trimmings. It's the kind of dish that brings the table together and makes you want to stay for another round. The staff are friendly without being overbearing, and the location right on Putney High Street means it's always buzzing without feeling chaotic.
What really sets this place apart is the rooftop terrace, Putney Beach Club. When the sun's out, this is where the locals go for a spritz or a pint in the sun. It's got that rare combination of being a proper pub with an outdoor space that actually feels like a destination. The sport coverage is comprehensive too—if you're here for a big match, you won't be disappointed. It's not fancy, but it's consistently good, which is what makes it a genuine local favorite.