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After a visit to BAO in Borough Market, we found ourselves drawn to the inviting atmosphere of Anchor, a quintessential British pub known for its fish and chips and Sunday roast. Ready to climb a few stairs, we entered the self-seating establishment, greeted by a bustling ambiance and a great selection of beers on tap and bottled. As we perused the menu, we couldn't help but feel that it could benefit from a bit of streamlining, focusing on staple items to ensure consistency and quality. Nevertheless, we opted for the iconic fish and chips, a classic choice that certainly lived up to its reputation. While the fish and chips were a hit, the same couldn't be said for the steak sandwich on ciabatta bread. Priced at £10, it fell short of expectations, lacking flavor and tenderness. It highlighted the importance of refining the menu to showcase Anchor's standout dishes. Despite the culinary misstep, the overall experience was enjoyable. The historic building and cool location added to the charm of the visit, leaving us intrigued enough to consider giving Anchor another chance in the future. In summary, Anchor offers a lively atmosphere, a great beer selection, and iconic British dishes like fish and chips. However, inconsistencies in menu offerings suggest room for improvement. With some refinement and focus on staple items, Anchor has the potential to elevate its dining experience. For now, it earns a modest 3 out of 5 stars, with the hope of a more satisfying experience upon our return.
Dwight KennethDwight Kenneth
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Even though we had a reservation. They did not honor it. This email clearly means nothing. We were not the only family that got completely screwed. Multiple families had also made reservations and showed up, however the staff simply just said sorry your name is not on our list. They clearly are not capable of managing a simple website that takes reservations. No one even apologized. They just looked at us as if we had done something wrong. Since we had reservations, we paid for transportation to the restaurant. I guess we are just out of that money since the staff isn’t capable of honoring a reservation. Again, not even an apology. What a joke!!! If they aren’t capable of honoring a reservation, imagine how bad the service must be for the folks that do actually get the honor of getting a table. I can’t imagine they would take care of their customers. It’s absolutely hilarious that I received an email confirming the reservation and in the email the restaurant claims they are excited to host my family and that my visit means everything to them. I’ve attached the email to this review. I know the restaurant doesn’t care but maybe someone will see this. We definitely have a completely different understanding in what this means. I know the place is supposedly historic and a cool experience but the way the staff treats people is embarassing. Every other place we have visited in London has been awesome. This place is a trainwreck. Don’t waste your time or your efforts trying to go there.
Seth YoungSeth Young
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We popped in on a sunny Wednesday afternoon because the atmosphere was great! Sad about the service and food we found a table outside and moved the empty glasses which were on our table to the end which we weren't sitting at. We ordered through the app when the waitress brought out drinks they completely ignored th empties and when they brought out the starters we had to ask them to take them away which surprised us. When we opened the oversized cardboard box it was laughable it looked like it'd been thrown in, the only positive was, that it tasted good. Then the mains came out well that was disappointing to say the least the onion rings on the steak and chips were clacked in clumps of flour under the batter making them inedible and the burger on the other order was just so wet it was running out of the box! For meals which cost on average £15 and starters @ £8 I'd expected a plate even if it was a cheap white budget plate it would have been better than the flimsy chip shop cardboard box we expected better it wasn't a takeaway and wasn't priced at takeaway prices poor show great for drinks outside but don't bother with food unless sitting inside looking at other reviews. And no one came over to see if your meals were ok sad times
SandieSandie
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Woefully understaffed. Food was AMAZING! But was a real hassle to get it. Ordered at the bar, and was told the table we were on was reserved (no sign) and they couldn’t process the order until we found one that wasn’t (no sign…) so after going up two floors we found a staff member who was like “yeah, just anywhere without a reserved sign” 🤦♀️ Anyway, finally found another table and tried to order but there was no table number. Wandered around the very busy place just trying to find one with a number and hoping that no reserved sign actually meant it wasn’t reserved. Finally found one and ordered and the people next to us were waiting for table service they were told they would get when they booked in, but that’s apparently not a thing, so they were also pretty disgruntled… The table opposite has a reserved sign for 4pm on it. It is now 7:30pm… The service we did get was not bad, but very rushed. We have only seen the server who gave us our food the entire time we’ve been here. Seems this place is just woefully understaffed, which is unfortunate because the food is actually incredible! Would recommend, but go when they hire more staff for prime time during a London Festival rather than less…
Maria QuintinMaria Quintin
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I do not recommend. I ordered drinks and waited 25 minutes before asking the bar. They decided on (sarcastically) correcting me, telling me it had only been 5 minutes. That seemed a strange hill to die on, considering there was a time stamp on my order. Literally direct evidence? Like, I ordered drinks at 1:56 and then asked them if they were still coming at 2:20. Maybe math isn’t his strong suit. (To be fair he seemed really busy, the entire pub seemed understaffed) The food was not very good. Steak and ale pie mainly was gravy with a few morsels of meat. I’ll post a picture of the “pigs in a blanket,” not sure how someone looked at that and thought to themselves, “yeah, this is okay to send out” that dish looked like a cruel joke, to be frank. My brother got a burger that appeared to be cooked in what I can imagine as the fiery depths of hell - it was a dry, charred crisp of what was once (in another life) a patty. Great location and atmosphere, though!
Kyle McGrawKyle McGraw
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The Anchor Bankside in London is a fantastic riverside pub located along the Thames. With both indoor and outdoor seating options, the venue offers a beautiful view of the river and the iconic London skyline. The exterior of the building is especially striking, with its classic charm adding to the welcoming atmosphere. We visited during after-work hours, so it was quite crowded, but thankfully we managed to find a spot. Despite the busy crowd, I really enjoyed the experience—sitting by the river was peaceful and the setting was lovely. The outdoor service can be slow, and the prices are on the higher side, but the atmosphere made it worthwhile. On chillier evenings, be sure to dress warmly, as there are no outdoor heaters. Overall, The Anchor Bankside is a great spot for relaxing by the river, enjoying the view, and having a drink after a long day. Despite a few minor inconveniences, the experience was thoroughly enjoyable, and I would highly recommend it.
Adnan Can KelicenAdnan Can Kelicen
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1615 Thameside pub serving food in bar and restaurant, with real ale and outdoor seating.
attractions: Borough Market, Tate Modern, London Bridge, St. Paul's Cathedral, The Shard, St. Paul's Cathedral, Shakespeare's Globe, Leadenhall Market, Millennium Bridge, HMS Belfast, restaurants: Aqua Shard, Madison, Founder's Arms, Coppa Club Tower Bridge, The Horniman at Hays, Padella, The Blackfriar, Hutong, Casa do Frango London Bridge, The India - Cannon Street
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