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The Yellow House Bar & Kitchen, London,

The Yellow House Bar & Kitchen

4.8
4.8
625 Reviews
£25 and under
European
The Yellow House Bar and Kitchen in south London’s Surrey Quays near the shopping centre is a big, warm hug of a local bar and restaurant. The owner is on site and usually in the kitchen preparing one of three menus on offer: the restaurant menu, the grill menu and the pizza menu. The Yellow House had an earlier incarnation in Plough Way, but has moved to more intimate premises with a slick, post-Industrial vibe when it comes to décor, but still the same perfectionist’s attention to detail, relaxed ambience, warm welcome and passion about the food on the plate. Locals love this place. The Yellow House European cuisine offers dependable classics like grilled Scottish beef burger on ciabatta with hand-cut chips, thin-crust pizzas from the wood-fired pizza oven, and seared snapper with basil mash, minestrone and rouille. There’s a log-burning stove in the bar for wintry days and a great selection of wines and draught premium lagers.

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2 people

19:00


Booked 2 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    European, Steakhouse, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 17:30–23:30 Sun 12:30–18:30
  • Phone number
    020 7231 8777
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Area
    Surrey Quays
  • Cross Street
    Hawkstone Road
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public Transit
    Surrey Quays Overground Station and Canada Water Station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 625 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • London

    Child-friendly

  • London

    European

  • South East London

    Good for business meals

  • South East London

    Good for business meals

  • South East London

    Child-friendly

  • South East London

    Innovative

  • South East London

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • South East London

    Good for groups

  • South East London

    Healthy

  • South East London

    Neighbourhood gem

  • South East London

    Good for special occasions

625 Reviews
  1. JOBRI

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 26 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another excellent meal, have been dining at The Yellow for 20 years plus and we have never been disappointed. Robert and Jamie always welcome us with a smile. Food is always hot, delicious and plenty of it. Can’t recommend enough.

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  2. JonathanO

    Essex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Lovely staff first of all. They made a lovely cake for my nieces 16th bday and the food beforehand was delicious, lamb cooked to perfection with garlicky cheesy daupinoise. We had a lovely time.

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  3. Dannispeed

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing, cooked to perfection and served hot. The bar tender's service was excellent, he was friendly and very efficient. Only go here if you can afford expensive food and wine, it's not cheap! But, that aside, I highly recommend it and I would definitely go back.

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  4. JoseP

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant is great. Food quality is outstanding and the staff is extremely friendly!

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  5. Chris

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A hugely underrated gem. Even some locals don't realise how good it is. Their loss.

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  6. PeggyK

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good service and food. Sunday roast was great. Children’s meals were a hit and my granddaughter (4)wanted penne pasta instead of spaghetti which they did with no problem. Overall a very enjoyable family lunch. Reasonable prices too.

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  7. HelenaR

    London

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great menu which is regularly refreshed - I tried out the new squid salad starter this time and wasn't disappointed. The main dishes always tempt but we can't tear ourselves away from the wonderful pizzas, which I consider the best in this part of SE London.

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  8. JOBRI

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 22 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Yet another delicious meal, they never disappoint. Always welcomed with a smile. Have been coming here for 15 years plus. Look forward to going back very soon.

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  9. Apple

    London

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 15 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service was outstanding. We came for Sunday lunch and would highly recommend coming here as this is a true hidden gem in Surrey Quays. Really easy to get to from Canada Water as well. I wish I had enough room to try more desserts but we will be back!

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  10. JoseP

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The quality of the food is outstanding. Friendly service and always happy to accommodate any request. It is our favourite place in the neighbourhood.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing. As soon as I finished I could of had it all over again. Can’t wait to go back.

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  12. JOBRI

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 1 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Yet another delicious meal. We have been coming here 15 plus years and we have never been disappointed. Looking forward to another visit. Robert and Jamie always welcome us with a smile.

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  13. KathleenH

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 17 September 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Introduced an american friend to her first english roast and yorkshire pudding. She loved it. Jaimies home made bread was a big hit as well. I had the excellent lentil roast dinner which has a deliciously rich mushroom sauce accompaniment. My top tip - leave room for the deserts. We both had the lemon tart, which jaimie had baked. Pastry was light and crisp and filling creamy and sharp excellent combo.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bib Gourmand, have you eaten here? Robert & Jaime run a fantastic kitchen. Best value/ beautiful cooking, unfussy service and puds to die for!

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  15. MDTraveler

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 16 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have been visiting the Yellow House for many years each time we visit the UK. The experience has always been wonderful and last night was as expected. This is a gem of a restaurant with a great staff and terrific food!

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  16. JuliaG

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 24 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thanks again Yellow House for a wonderful meal, great place to enjoy superb cooking and time with friends and family

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  17. LorraineG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is so lovely. Always a good atmosphere with really good service. I have never had a bad meal here. One of my favourite local restaurants.

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  18. DavidA

    London

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 19 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic evening of superb pizza in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

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  19. Lozzer

    London

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on 7 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent local eatery - what more can you want? Dishes created and made with passion, great flavours and super chilled surroundings. Starters of bourbon sticky pork, haddock goujons were fab. Mains of Hake with miso braised butter beans and chicken caesar salad were spot on. The creme brûlée lived up to expectations and the vanilla cheesecake with apricots was so yummy I forgot to take a photo!

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  20. Gill

    London

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 2 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good for and service . Not very busy on this occasion which is a shame for such a lovely venue.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Four of us went and had a gorgeous Lamb Sunday roast with all the trimmings at The Yellow House and we were all tempted by their lovely homemade cheesecakes, ice creams and strawberry tarts. What a lovely afternoon had so much so we didn't want to leave. The personal service and atmosphere here is unrivalled so if you haven't tried them go book your table. Thank you for a lovely experience ❤️

    1 person found this helpful

  22. LisaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love The Yellow House. The staff are always kind and attentive without being OTT. Food was absolutely delicious with really generous portions. The mushroom risotto was yummy, the rosemary garlic bread artisan and tasty. I could probably live on the homemade fudge- it’s a magical thing.

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  23. Gill

    London

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 23 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nowhere in the area better to eat than The Yellow House. Food is always first class and friendly staff who are always willing to help.

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  24. BigDog

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Came to our local Yellow House with my boys for a Fathers Day Sunday roast and we all absolutely loved it. Great service, great homemade bread and the best roast dinner ever with Yorkshire Pudding heaven. Desserts were pretty special too.

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  25. LMak

    London

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best pizza and fresh desserts, including home made ice cream! In Surrey Quays and Canada Water area! Highly recommended!

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  26. Gill

    London

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 10 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Have used this restaurant since it first opened and service, staff and food has always been first class. Would recommend to anyone.

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  27. Amanda

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 4 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was really good as there was 13 of us. Did we lovely and everyone find something that they liked as the menu offers something for everyone. Will differently go back

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  28. Anon

    Surrey

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 3 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Delicious food and a great dining experience,, as always. My fish was perfectly cooked and my husband really enjoyed his steak. Very good service and the staff were friendly and professional.

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  29. JacquelineM

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went to The Yellow House to celebrate my mother's 90th birthday. The food was excellent and the service was very efficient. The freshly made deserts were delicious.

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  30. GaryW

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 7 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Yellow House is always reliably good. Today we enjoyed beautiful rose veal, buttery mash and green beans, followed by Jaime’s fantastic pecan pie. All washed down with an excellent bottle of Chapel Down Flint Dry Kentish wine. Service warm and friendly as ever. Undoubtedly the best restaurant to be found in the huge area of London between Maltby Street and Deptford.

    The Yellow House Bar & KitchenResponded on 10 May 2023

    Thank you Gary for your recent visit and generous, kind comments. It means a lot to the team at The yellow house and we are very glad you enjoyed your meal with us.

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  31. RebeccaW

    London

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 27 April 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Friendly and good value restaurant. Would definitely recommend.

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  32. queenofhandbag

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 23 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went to the yellow house for Sunday lunch before a gig at the Printworks. The food was delicious. Service was excellent and the espresso martinis set us up for the gig brilliantly

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  33. Gill

    London

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 22 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best restaurant in the area. Food is always excellent, been eating in the restaurant since it first opened and have never had a bad meal or any ready for complaint.

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  34. Nasherthenosher

    Hampshire

    49 reviews

    4.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on 21 April 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Great place to enjoy good food in a relaxed atmosphere with friends.

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  35. HelenB

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always delivers excellent food and the service is outstanding .. Thank you !!

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  36. dawnh

    Demoland (UK)

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 13 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always amazing food with really good service, they really care

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  37. sarfoftheriver

    London

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 9 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious as always! I had a lovely soft, lean piece of roast lamb, which was seriously tasty, with crispy roasties and a huge yorkie! Scrumptious. Nice buzz, friendly staff and no pressure to give the table back, which is becoming increasingly unusual in London, sadly. We had a great Easter lunch! Thanks to everyone working the holiday!

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  38. JamesC

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best restaurant in south London! Been coming here for 10 years and it never disappoints

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  39. DavidW

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Unpretentious tasty food made from scratch. Changing menu with some great pizza/risotto/ burger constants. Been eating here for 15 years now, no duds, ever. Welcoming and helpful staff. It all just adds up to a reliably enjoyable occasion. And its the best thing for miles.

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  40. JuliaG

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 2 April 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Had a wonderful family meal at the Yellow House - delicious food, made with great care and skill.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Distancing maintained in common areas
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from The Yellow House Bar & Kitchen using the Order Online button. The Yellow House Bar & Kitchen also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7231 8777.

The Yellow House Bar & Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 625 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

19:00


Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Yellow House Bar & Kitchen

126 Lower Road, Surrey Quays, London, SE16 2UE

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Hawkstone Road
  • Area
    Surrey Quays
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 17:30–23:30 Sun 12:30–18:30
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    European, Steakhouse, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public Transit
    Surrey Quays Overground Station and Canada Water Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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