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The Rusty Bucket Pub

Bar Pub

👍👍 Finally got here and so pleased we did. Initial impression of cosy is spot on, as the place just sort of hugs you with its layout. Super friendly staff who know (and taste) their beers. We had the milk stout and cola cube sour, eclectic mix which went well with the cheese selection board. The stout... People often mention beers, selection, craft, friendly, good, staff, great, beer,


Address

11 Court Yard, London SE9 5PR, United Kingdom

Website

www.therustybucket.pub

Contact

+44 20 8859 5500

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (477 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Saturday: 11 AM to 11 PM
  • Sunday: 12 to 10 PM
  • Monday: 12 to 10 PM
  • Tuesday: 12 to 10 PM
  • Wednesday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Thursday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM to 11 PM

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  • 5/5 Stefan N. 1 year ago on Google • 433 reviews
    Finally got here and so pleased we did. Initial impression of cosy is spot on, as the place just sort of hugs you with its layout. Super friendly staff who know (and taste) their beers. We had the milk stout and cola cube sour, eclectic mix which went well with the cheese selection board. The stout was more choccy with cheddar, but more coffee with the soft cheese. NEIPA & porter were next and all beers were well kept and served in lovely glasses (very Belgian). Worth a trip to as it's a great little community pub with a really good selection of beers.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 JT J. 1 year ago on Google • 104 reviews
    Quirky, cute and cozy pub. It's got an eclectic vibe about it and there's even one of those table arcade games with Galaxian, though the 1P joy stick has seen better days! Really wide selection of craft beers available. Very dog friendly. It kind of blends the traditional pub (no music so you can actually chat!) with some modern touches and therefore attracts the respective clientele. There's sometimes even a taco stand outside during the day!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniela M. 2 years ago on Google
    Happy to finally see in the neighborhood a more contemporary pub option with a good selection of indie breweries and a good speciality coffee roast. They do limited food but it's a nice concept to rotate days for selected bites. Today was Toasty for example. I will go back now that I know it exists !
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marcin M. 1 year ago on Google • 268 reviews
    A lot of rare beer and ciders. Local atmosphere. Nice place. Worth to visit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paul F. 6 years ago on Google • 84 reviews
    Great addition to Eltham. Amazing selection of beers on keg, cask and cans. Staff are friendly and happy to advise and provide samples. Updated: 3 years later and it's still the best craft beer pub around here with the great addition of a vintage Galaxian arcade table 🙂
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jolie S. 2 years ago on Google • 18 reviews
    Great coffee through the hatch! Fab range of craft beers in cans, and amazing keg beer. Super friendly and welcoming.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rob H. 1 year ago on Google
    A cool, well kept little pub with a friendly atmosphere, outdoor seating, great and varied selection of beers on tap, and a good selection of board and card games available. Only downside is that drinks are somewhat pricey, but that's pretty much the only thing that puts me off staying there for more than a couple of hours!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 kitty m. 7 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    Such a great pub, buzzy at night and they serve delicious coffee, best in the area. Take my dog in most days and the staff are wonderful.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rob. 1 year ago on Google
    You could easily miss this place which is a pity as it deserves a visit. I tried the hot mulled wine which was good, and The young lady serving was pleasant and chatty. It has a retro feel about it with its bare wooden bench tables. There are snacks to be had but no cooked meals.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 linda 2 months ago on Google • 236 reviews New
    Popped in by chance and glad we did. Warm welcome, good choice of beers & wines and a cosy, warm atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Charles M. 2 months ago on Google • 233 reviews New
    On the first visit here this micropub impressed with a good cider and a pub like atmosphere that was busy and lively.

  • 4/5 Keith D. 8 months ago on Google • 100 reviews
    A nice real ale pub. Only Harveys as a bitter but directly from the barrel if I remember correctly. I think there was a cloudy lager as well if that's your taste. Loads of alternatives to real ale as well. We only stayed for the one pint, but would have stayed longer if possible. I will definitely return when possible.

  • 4/5 Stefani 2 months ago on Google • 67 reviews New
    The best selection of the craft beers I have seen in the area. Nice quiet place with lovely vibes.

  • 5/5 Robert M. 1 month ago on Google • 45 reviews New
    Great selection of craft beers on tap. Even more selection of craft and imports in the fridges.

  • 5/5 Mia 6 months ago on Google • 23 reviews
    love going to this pub for the pub quiz every month! quiz night mike is hilarious and fun. the drinks are affordable and the bar staff are always very nice!

  • 5/5 Tony B. 4 months ago on Google • 18 reviews
    Excellent pub good selection of well-kept beers. Only snacks are available

  • 5/5 Adam M. 1 year ago on Google
    Can't rate this local highly enough. Stuart is a very friendly presence and the overall vibe is incredibly warm and accommodating to people of all ages and sport preferences (and dogs). Beer selection is fantastic with a great takeaway service. Small menu of bar food, but very satisfying. Will keep going back!

  • 1/5 F W. 11 months ago on Google
    They were very unkind to my 3 yo son and barred us. They said customers were unhappy but they all played and laughed with him. I do not feel any kindness here. The bar staff didn't mind us buying their drinks though which were not cheap for us - we felt guilted into it.

  • 5/5 Shem W. 1 year ago on Google
    Favourite pub in London. Staff are lovely, beers are great and it's a really chilled-out, inclusive vibe. Can't fault it.

  • 5/5 Christiane L. 1 year ago on Google
    Small cosy pub with an impressive beer list. Very friendly staff. Not many food options but there are peanuts, crisps and a cheese platter.

  • 5/5 Jacqueline H. 1 year ago on Google
    A vast and very interesting selection of beers. Great atmosphere and very friendly staff. They do a bunch of cool events too. I'm looking forward to going to quiz night.

  • 5/5 A Google U. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing improvement to Eltham. Amazing range of keg, cask, and canning beers. The staff is welcoming and eager to offer suggestions and samples. Updated: A classic Galaxian arcade table was a fantastic addition, and three years later it's still the greatest craft beer pub in the area.

  • 5/5 Mark C. 1 year ago on Google
    Real gem of a pub. Great craft beer offering, lots of event nights and tap takeovers. They clearly know their stuff. If you're in the area take a walk/bus down to Eltham Beer & Wine too. Unassuming from the outside but an incredible selection of craft beers.


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Free water refills
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Outside food allowed
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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