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#1,463 of 15,774 Restaurants in London
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US$6 - US$20
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British, International, Gastropub
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Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks
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Southwark
0.4 miles from Millennium Bridge
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Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile

We had our annual Christmas lunch today.. Wow! Food and service was exceptional. HUGE thanks to Andi and Jasmine who from the minute we arrived looked after us so well.. Food was amazing, cannot fault anything thank you all so much! See you soon xx

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 22 October 2023 via mobile

Popped in here for lunch while visiting the Borough Market as much because we wanted pub-style food as well as a sit-down venue. The market has dozens of food option, but standing up eating them on the spot was not what we wanted after being...on our feet sightseeing all morning. My wife order the sausage and mash with onion gravy and I ordered the cod fish finger sandwich with chips. We also ordered a couple of pints of Camden Hell lager. The sausage and mash came with 3 sausages and healthy portion of mash & excellent onion gravy. My sandwich was also very good and I was lucky enough to get to dip a few of my chips in some leftover gravy from my wife’s dish. Would go again!More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 9 October 2023

Private party in upstairs room for sixty. Great spot and well supported by events team in preparation. Recommended!

Date of visit: October 2023
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Market Porter, General Manager at The Market Porter, responded to this reviewResponded 13 October 2023

Hello Emmainthecity, thank you for booking with us and we are glad that you have enjoyed yourselves.

Reviewed 3 October 2023 via mobile

We celebrated my daughters 30th Birthday last Saturday night. We booked the private room above the pub. We had a fabulous night. The staff and venue was great and the food really good. Overall I would recommend this place for any celebration you are having....Thank you for giving my daughter such a brilliant night to remember.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Market Porter, General Manager at The Market Porter, responded to this reviewResponded 13 October 2023

Hello Jacqueline, thank you for trusting us with such a special occasion. We are so happy to hear that your daughter had an amazing night. Hope we see you again soon. :)

Reviewed 16 September 2023

Great old pub with a great choice of real ales the food looked amazing too but sadly we didn’t have time for the food just in for drinks amazing atmosphere inside and out definitely recommend

Date of visit: September 2023
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Market Porter, General Manager at The Market Porter, responded to this reviewResponded 28 September 2023

Thanks Andrew, we try our best. Next time you are in town please try our hidden gem of a restaurant.

Reviewed 11 September 2023

Had a really great time at the Market Porter at Borough Market. The upstairs restaurant is such a great space which looks out over the market which we loved and the food was so good and so well presented but what topped the visit off...was our server who we found out was also from Canada. He made the visit even better and we highly recommend the place. Will definitely be back one day!!More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Market Porter, General Manager at The Market Porter, responded to this reviewResponded 28 September 2023

Hi Brian, thanks for a great review. Glad you had a had a great experience.

Reviewed 16 July 2023

Nice traditional pub on the edge of Borough Market, with food to match. Service a bit stretched, but helpful and friendly when it arrived. Busy - so booking advised.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Market Porter, General Manager at The Market Porter, responded to this reviewResponded 28 September 2023

Thank you for your feedback. Depending on time of day, we do get very stretched. Hope you enjoyed

Reviewed 8 July 2023 via mobile

This is a classic old British pub opposite Borough Market. There is plenty of seating and a decent range of drinks. Food is also available. From Monday to Friday, it is open between 6am and 9am, which is unusual!

Date of visit: July 2023
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Market Porter, General Manager at The Market Porter, responded to this reviewResponded 28 September 2023

Hi Nicholas, I love you said we have plenty of seats, every day people are asking me for more chairs. You must have come in at the perfect time. Thanks for review.

Reviewed 3 July 2023 via mobile

We decided to stop in and have a pint and some local eats. The atmosphere was very London pubbish. Must walk to the bar to order drinks and food. Worth a look if you’re in the area.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Market Porter, General Manager at The Market Porter, responded to this reviewResponded 28 September 2023

Hi MasterP007, yes table service in an English pub is rare. Traditionally, order at the bar is how we operate. Glad you enjoyed.

Reviewed 26 June 2023

Located adjacent to Borough Market, this very popular authentic London tavern offers a dozen draught ale options, as well as a wide range of other alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. The food is straightforward pub grub, fresh and served in generous portions. Service is cheerful and...swift.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Market Porter, General Manager at The Market Porter, responded to this reviewResponded 28 September 2023

Hi Borrum, thanks for your review.

Reviewed 19 June 2023

I’m an independent Dutch-language tour guide in London and made a tailormade day-long tour for a Dutch couple that included Sunday roast at The Market Porter. The couple were very impressed with the beautiful interior (it was their wish to have lunch in a quintessential...British pub) and loved their first ever Sunday roast. The food was just perfect indeed with very generous portions! (Sadly none of us could finish it.) They even took great care of my gluten-free diet and it was a joy to be able to indulge in a roast without any worries! Equally impressive is the tranquility indoors, quite the contrast with the hustle and bustle of Borough Market right outside the doorstep. Fabulous pub and fantastic food for a fair price considering its location, the portion size and quality of the food. Definitely worth a visit, but might be wise to book ahead!More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Market Porter, General Manager at The Market Porter, responded to this reviewResponded 28 September 2023

37zarinar, thanks for the fabulous review! I'm so glad your guests had a wonderful experience. Makes our job worthwhile knowing visitors have had such a great time. Thank you

Reviewed 19 June 2023 via mobile

Great Sunday lunch with a lovely view over borough market. Great friendly service and a good choice of traditional roasts plus other choices including vegetarian

Date of visit: June 2023
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Market Porter, General Manager at The Market Porter, responded to this reviewResponded 28 September 2023

Glad you had a great time!! Thanks for the review

Reviewed 24 May 2023

A great Sunday lunch experience with family and friend. Table overlooking the market which was a bonus. The service was excellent and everyone really loved their lunch. For me the highlight was the beetroot and butternut squash Wellington. The selection of roast meat was just...right and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. Will definitely go back.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Market Porter, General Manager at The Market Porter, responded to this reviewResponded 5 June 2023

Hello, thank you so much. We are so happy to hear you have enjoyed your experience with us. Will definitely pass on your remarks to our Chefs, who keep working hard to perfect every dish we serve. Hope to see you soon.

Reviewed 21 May 2023 via mobile

Great for drinks and meeting people, good atmosphere, can be very noisy but it adds to the atmosphere of a busy busy pub, good to see them thriving in this age…

Date of visit: May 2023
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Market Porter, General Manager at The Market Porter, responded to this reviewResponded 28 September 2023

Cheers, Southhamptonajules! it does get very busy and noisy. It's not for everyone, but it us... Thanks

Reviewed 6 May 2023 via mobile

Dropped in for a couple of drinks after the coronation. Good range of drinks. Initially slow service but following rounds much quicker.

Date of visit: May 2023
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I don't think they do the early morning opening times at the moment. Though best tosk at the pub for precise details.
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The Market Porter is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5