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Founders Arms

52 Hopton Street, London SE1 9JH, England
020-7928-1899
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Ranked #113 of 413 nightlife in London
4.0 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Type: Bar/ Clubs
Activities: Group tours/walking tour, Drinking
Description: This modern pub is perched along the riverside walkway with great views of St. Paul's Cathedral and the Millennium Bridge.
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Staffordshire, England
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2011

This pub is in a great location right on the south bank of the Thames. There is seating both inside and outside on a very pleasant decked area. Sitting looking at the river traffic and the views to the north is a great way to pass a couple of hours. They have a wide range of drinks including beers, wines,... More

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Byron Bay
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 July 2011

This pub is just down from the Millennium Footbridge on the southside of the river (near the Tate Modern and Globe Theatre). The pubs on the other side are really awful and have virtually no views More

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Nanaimo, Canada
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158 reviews 158 reviews
Reviews in 66 cities Reviews in 66 cities
265 helpful votes 265 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2011
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Having lived down the street from this pub 25 years ago, I have been in and out of the Founders Arms many a time over the years. I think it is now the best it's ever been. The location is stunning. Riverside, with great views of St. Pauls, next to the Tate Modern (and soon near the Shard) and the... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2011

We got to the pub quite late and realised they only served food until 10pm as it was 9.50pm we didnt think they would take our order but they did. The food arrived quickly & it was delicious. The service was fantastic and the staff were really friendly! the price was quite reasonable. The location was great as we had... More

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Kingston, Ontario
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57 reviews 57 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
47 helpful votes 47 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 October 2008
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We had tickets to a matinee performance at the new Globe Theatre (highly recommended) and went looking for somewhere nearby for a quick lunch. My husband spotted Founder's Arms right on the water...what a find! Both the patio and inside pub/restaurant were busy, but not overflowing. We ordered and paid at the bar, pub style, and the food was delivered... More

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London
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 July 2005
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I am an overseas student in London. I and a friend of mine had to endure the unwelcoming attitudes from the barman and the managers today. There was a difference of opinion between I and the barman (I gave £10 but the barman insisted that I gave £5). I know that this sort of problem happens. HOWEVER, what made me... More

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romagna
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62 reviews 62 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 October 2011
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