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The Spring Grove
★ 4.0(1 review)Bar
local-crowdfamily-friendlydog-friendly
About the Vibe
The Spring Grove has been a Surbiton institution since 1867, and it still feels like the real deal—a proper community pub where locals actually hang out. The space has been freshly updated with a vibrant beer garden that's perfect for summer sipping, and the food menu under Head Chef Abdu delivers solid British classics without pretension. You'll find cask ales, creative spritzes, and Sunday roasts that actually live up to the hype—especially the double-yolk Yorkshire puddings that deserve their own postcode. The vibe is unpretentious and welcoming, with a mix of regulars and families making it feel like a true neighborhood hub. It's dog-friendly too, so you can bring your pup along after a walk in nearby Fairfield Park. While some reviewers have noted it can feel a bit pricey for what you get, the quality of the drinks and the genuinely friendly service keep people coming back.
Known For
- •Sunday roasts with giant Yorkshire puddings
- •cask-conditioned ales and craft beers
- •summer spritzes and cocktails
- •dog-friendly garden
Best For
Sunday roastcasual pub drinksfamily gatherings
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 2, 2026
A Surbiton Institution That Still Delivers
The Spring Grove is the kind of pub that's been around long enough to know its regulars by name, and that's exactly what makes it special. Located on Bloomfield Road, it's been serving Kingston and Surbiton since 1867, and despite the modern touches like the refurbished beer garden and updated menu, it hasn't lost its soul. The food is solid British pub fare—think Cumberland sausages with creamy mash, cyder-battered haddock, and those legendary double-yolk Yorkshire puddings that are basically a rite of passage. The Head Chef Abdu clearly knows what they're doing, and the seasonal menu keeps things interesting without going over the top.
The drinks selection is where this place really shines. Young's cask ales are kept on point, and the spritz menu is perfect for summer afternoons. The garden is a real highlight—spacious enough to actually enjoy the sun without feeling cramped, and it's dog-friendly which is always a bonus. Service is friendly and efficient, though it can get busy on weekends so booking ahead is wise. Some folks on TripAdvisor have called it "overpriced," but honestly, you're paying for the location, the history, and the fact that it feels like a proper community space rather than a corporate chain.
If you're looking for a place to grab a pint after work, bring the family for Sunday roast, or just hang out in a space that feels authentically British without being stuffy, The Spring Grove delivers. It's not fancy, it's not trying to be, but it does what a pub should do really well.