Dog-Friendly Pubs in Southwark

Southwark offers a fine spread of dog-friendly pubs, from historic riverside haunts to cosy locals near Borough Market. The Mayflower Pub in Rotherhithe, part of the dog-loving Black Dog Pub Company, boasts a 4.8/5 rating and stunning river views from its decked jetty, just a one-minute walk from Rotherhithe station. Its dog-friendly credentials were checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). Equally well-rated, The Blue Maid in Borough is a traditional local gem a three-minute walk from Borough station, and it too was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews).

Across the 10 venues listed here, 3 offer outdoor seating, and 10 of 10 have no confirmed dog policy yet. The Mudlark near London Bridge is a historic Nicholson's pub with outdoor seating, known for excellent pints and classic British pies, and its dog-friendly status was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). Whether you're hopping off at Waterloo, Borough or Elephant and Castle, you'll find a welcoming pub within a few minutes' walk where your four-legged companion can join you for a pint.

This page combines Paws of London venue records with information published on venue websites and, where available, supplied by venues or contributed by visitors. Where a dog policy is shown as not yet confirmed, we have not checked it with the venue: call ahead before travelling.

• The Blue Maid – 173 Borough High St, London SE1 1HR, United Kingdom (4.8/5)

  This historic pub, a local gem in Borough, Southwark, welcomes well-behaved dogs. Enjoy a pint in a traditional setting near Borough station, knowing your four-legged friend is also welcome. It's a perfect stop for a relaxing drink after exploring the area with your canine companion.

• The Black Dog Pub Company – 117 Rotherhithe St, London SE16 4NF, United Kingdom (4.8/5)

  The Mayflower Pub in Rotherhithe, part of the dog-loving Black Dog Pub Company, offers a historic London pub experience with stunning river views from its decked jetty. This spot is ideal for dog owners looking to soak up history and enjoy good food and drink, with a warm atmosphere by the open fire. It's conveniently located a minute's walk from Rotherhithe station.

• The Mayflower Pub – 117 Rotherhithe St, London SE16 4NF, United Kingdom (4.7/5)

  The Mayflower is a pub at 117 Rotherhithe Street, London SE16 4NF, on the Thames in Rotherhithe. Its website calls it the oldest pub on the River Thames, a traditional English pub surrounded by cobbled streets, with a decked jetty and a candlelit restaurant that both have river views. The site says that at low tide you can see the original 1620 mooring point of the Pilgrim Fathers' Mayflower ship, and that there is an open fire inside. The menu is classic British dishes, with daily changing chef specials, alongside traditional ales, craft beers, local gins and wines. Upstairs, the dining room seats up to 40 guests and can be hired exclusively Monday to Saturday. The ground floor and upstairs restaurant take bookings, while the outdoor jetty is for walk-ins only. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. Rotherhithe station is about a 1 minute walk, with Wapping at 4 minutes and Canada Water at 6 minutes on foot.

• Mc & Sons Borough – 160 Union St, London SE1 0LH, United Kingdom (4.6/5)

  Mc & Sons Borough is a traditional Irish pub at 160 Union Street in Southwark. It describes itself as built on the memories and lives of the Mc Elhinney family, with pictures of the family through the generations on the walls, and it sits on a small side street between Blackfriars Road and Borough. The kitchen serves Thai street food under the name "Johnny Rice" on weekdays, with Thai takeaway boxes to eat in or take out, and an a la carte menu at weekends. Gluten free and vegan options are available, and the pub has a signature spice bag made with chicken popcorn bites, chips, chillis and spring onions. Traditional Irish music is played on Friday and Saturday evenings. The pub also has an Irish snug with its own private hatch through to the bar, which seats six guests. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. The nearest stations are Southwark, Borough and Waterloo East, each within about eight minutes on foot.

• The Gladstone Arms – 64 Lant St, London SE1 1QN, United Kingdom (4.6/5)

  The Gladstone Arms, known as The Glad, is a family-run pub on Lant Street in Southwark, run by siblings Meg and G. The pub says it has stood on the street since the nineteenth century, with a later rebuild, and is named after William Gladstone. It is a live music pub, with gigs every Tuesday and Sunday ranging from folk and blues to pop and electronica, plus comedy and open mic nights. The bar has around 13 beers on tap, including ales and craft beers from local breweries. The kitchen serves Anglo-Indian food that mixes British classics with Indian spices, such as a chicken tikka masala pie. There is a beer garden and roof terrace, and an upstairs function room for private hire. The pub's contact page says it is a dog friendly pub. Borough station is a one minute walk away, with Elephant and Castle and London Bridge both about 9 minutes on foot.

• Lord Clyde Southwark – 27 Clennam St, London SE1 1ER, United Kingdom (4.6/5)

  This friendly local pub in Southwark, a short walk from Borough station, offers a delicious range of food and drinks. While specific dog amenities aren't listed, its welcoming pub atmosphere makes it a potentially great spot to bring your furry friend along for a pint and a meal. It's a great place to relax and enjoy the local vibe with your canine companion.

• The Ministry, Borough | Workspace & Members' Club | South London – 79-81 Borough Rd, London SE1 1DN, United Kingdom (4.6/5)

  The Ministry in Borough is a workspace and members' club at 79-81 Borough Road, South London. The site describes it as a converted Victorian printworks, with 50,000 sq ft of workspace, and it comes from Ministry of Sound. The building offers private offices for small teams through to organisations of 100 or more, and individual desks with lockable storage, breakout spaces and private phone booths. There is a members' lounge, a gym, and a deli where fresh food is made in-house by chefs every day, alongside juices, smoothies and coffees. A bar serves post-work cocktails. The Ministry says more than 20 events run every week for members, including fitness classes, panel talks, workshops and live music. Meeting and event space can also be hired for team days and client pitches. It is an over-18s venue. The Ministry of Sound Group also founded and runs Jai Dog Rescue, a dog charity working with street dogs in Thailand. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. Borough and Elephant and Castle stations are each about five minutes on foot.

• The Kings Arms – 251 Tooley St, London SE1 2JX, United Kingdom (4.6/5)

  The Kings Arms is an independent, family-run gastro pub at 251 Tooley Street in Bermondsey, Southwark. The pub says it has been serving drinks and food since 2005, and its website lists fish and chips, Sunday roasts, burgers, real ale, cocktails and natural wine. The pub keeps a printed wine list that runs from whites and rosés to reds, sparkling wine and Champagne, with several natural wines marked. It takes reservations for dinner and drinks for parties of all sizes, and asks groups of more than 15 to email first. Private parties and corporate events need a conversation with the team before booking. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. London Bridge station is a 10 minute walk, Bermondsey 11 minutes and Tower Hill 12 minutes.

• The Pacific Tavern – 100 Redriff Rd, London SE16 7LH, United Kingdom (4.6/5)

  The Pacific Tavern is a pub and restaurant at 100 Redriff Road in Rotherhithe. Its website describes it as a proud neighborhood pub and gives its tagline as Fire, Land, Sea. The kitchen cooks Pacific-inspired food, including flame roasted vegetables, meats and fish, house salads and Sunday roasts. The drinks list covers Pacific ales, alcohol-free beers, cocktails and mocktails, and wines from New Zealand to South America and across the Asian seas. Puddings are listed as homely and indulgent, with a vegan option, and the menu includes platters for sharing. Music is part of the pub's programme, including South Pacific music showcases that celebrate New Zealand music. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. The nearest stations are Surrey Quays, about seven minutes on foot, Canada Water at about nine, and Rotherhithe at about twelve.

• The Albert Arms – 1 Gladstone St, Elephant and Castle, London SE1 6EY, United Kingdom (4.5/5)

  The Albert Arms is a Georgian pub at 1 Gladstone Street, near Elephant and Castle in Southwark. Its website says the building dates back to when it was split into two separate pubs, The Victoria and The Albert, and that the Imperial War Museum and South Bank University are just around the corner. There is a front bar and a rear bar, with a selection of real ales, lagers, craft beers, gins and spirits. The rear bar has a cosy fireplace and may be available for private hire, for celebrations, entertaining or exhibition space. Food comes from a resident Thai kitchen, Saawaros, with the main menu served in the first floor restaurant and a bar menu in the ground floor pub. Sunday roasts are a regular feature. Families are welcome to dine, although prams and bicycles cannot be taken inside. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. Elephant and Castle station is about a 3 minute walk away, and Lambeth North is about 7 minutes on foot.

• The Blacksmiths Arms – 257 Rotherhithe St, London SE16 5EJ, United Kingdom (4.5/5)

  The Blacksmiths Arms is a family-run bar and restaurant at 257 Rotherhithe Street in Rotherhithe, Southwark, close to the River Thames. It sits near the start of Rotherhithe Street, next door to the Hilton Docklands. The kitchen serves a mix of English and Thai dishes, from battered fish and chips to a Thai green curry. A children's menu is available every day, and there is a Sunday roast menu with bottomless Yorkshire puddings. The bar serves beers, wines and cocktails. Upstairs, a first-floor dining area can be used for private dining or buffet-style events. The pub also has a garden, which the site calls its secret garden, and Paws of London records outdoor seating and an enclosed garden. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. The nearest stations are Westferry, about 9 minutes on foot, then Heron Quays and Limehouse, each around 11 minutes. The pub's own directions point to Canada Water or Surrey Quays, with the C10 bus stopping on Rotherhithe Street.

• The Woolpack – 98 Bermondsey St, London SE1 3UB, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  The Woolpack is a pub at 98 Bermondsey Street, in Bermondsey in the London Borough of Southwark. It describes itself as the best pub and beer garden in South London, and sits on what its website calls a quirky and crafty little road running south from London Bridge. The website says it serves quirky pub grub made with British seasonal ingredients, and that its drinks range from craft beer to wine. Customers can sit at garden tables or in private booths. Paws of London records outdoor seating, an enclosed garden, shade and outdoor heaters. For dog owners, the website invites guests to bring their dog to the garden tables, and an EastLondonPubs video shows dogs playing freely in the garden. The dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. The nearest station is London Bridge, a 6 minute walk, with Borough 11 minutes and Tower Hill 14 minutes away on foot.

• The Ship Rotherhithe – 39-47 Saint Marychurch St, London SE16 4JE, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  Nestled in Rotherhithe, The Ship is a charming local pub offering a warm welcome to all, including your four-legged friends. Enjoy classic pub fare and a great selection of beers in their pretty beer garden or the outdoor seating area. Located just a short walk from Rotherhithe station, it's a perfect stop for a relaxing pint with your pup.

• The Mudlark – Montague Cl, London SE1 9DA, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The Mudlark is a Nicholson's pub on Montague Close in Southwark, close to London Bridge. Its website presents it as a pub serving food, and says you can eat in the dining rooms or take a quick bar snack from the same menu in the pub. Besides its classic main menu, the pub runs two dedicated menus. One is a speciality fish house menu, listing mussels in Nicholson's pale ale, sea food thermidor and Shetland salmon fillet, and the other is a Sausage and Chop House menu, with venison and red wine, lamb and sujuk and wild boar and apple sausages, plus pork, Barnsley lamb and porterhouse chops. There is a dessert menu with sticky toffee pudding, a cheese board, and buffet menus for groups. The pub also mentions cask ale and wine. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. London Bridge station is about four minutes away on foot, with Monument and Cannon Street six to seven minutes away. Outdoor seating is recorded.

• Bussey Rooftop Bar – Roof B, Bussey Building, 133 Rye Ln, London SE15 4ST, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  Enjoy stunning 360° city views from Peckham's iconic Bussey Rooftop Bar. This pup-friendly pub offers a fantastic spot to catch the sunset with a cocktail in hand. Easily accessible from Peckham Rye station, it's the perfect place to relax with your dog while enjoying good food and drinks with a view.

• Founder's Arms – 52 Hopton St, London SE1 9JH, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The Founder's Arms is a pub at 52 Hopton Street, SE1, on the South Bank of the Thames in Bankside. Its website places it between Tate Modern and Blackfriars station and calls it a pub serving quintessentially British dishes alongside a selection of beers and wines. The menus include a heritage beetroot salad and cyder battered haddock with triple-cooked chips, and on Sundays a roast with homemade Yorkshire pudding, or a veggie Wellington or nut roast. Inside, the pub has large panoramic windows and a long bar, and the site says it has several bookable inside and outside areas. It claims iconic views from every seat in the house. For dog owners, Paws of London records outdoor seating here. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. Blackfriars is a four-minute walk, with St. Paul's and Southwark seven minutes away.

• The Montpelier – 43 Choumert Rd, London SE15 4AR, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The Montpelier is a pub at 43 Choumert Road in Peckham, in the London Borough of Southwark. It has a food offer called Elm, which describes itself as elevated European fare rooted in classical technique, leaning into sharp acidity, slow smoke and a confident use of spice. The drinks list focuses on cask, keg and packaged beers from local breweries and a seasonal cocktail menu, plus bottles from independent makers. The pub describes itself as a setting for midweek drinks, birthday parties and wedding receptions. It leaves space for walk-ins, and its outside tables are first come, first served. Under 18s may stay until 7:30pm if they remain seated at their tables, and there is an under 12s menu on request. The pub says it is dog friendly, but dogs are not allowed on Fridays and Saturdays after 8:30pm because it gets too busy and noisy. Paws of London records outdoor seating and an enclosed garden. Peckham Rye station is a 3 minute walk away, with East Dulwich about 12 minutes on foot.

• The White Hart, Southwark – 22 Great Suffolk St, London SE1 0UG, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The White Hart is a Fuller's pub and restaurant at 22 Great Suffolk Street, Southwark, SE1 0UG. Its website describes a pub that blends 18th century heritage with modern style, and places it in Bankside. The kitchen offers a menu of refined pub classics made from seasonal ingredients, and the bar pours modern craft beers alongside cask classics. The pub has big screen sports viewing and says it can cater for meetings, celebrations and birthday parties. It sits a short walk from Tate Modern, Shakespeare's Globe, The Shard, Millennium Bridge and Southwark Cathedral, yet according to the website just far enough from the riverside crowds. Some metered street parking is available nearby. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. For getting there, Southwark station is a 4 minute walk, with Waterloo East 7 minutes and Borough 8 minutes away.

• The Wheatsheaf – 6 Stoney St, London SE1 9AA, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The Wheatsheaf is a pub at 6 Stoney Street in Borough, set under the railway bridge and directly opposite Borough Market. It calls itself a market pub garden boozer with an industrial look, and it sits moments from London Bridge. The pub serves craft and draught beers, classic cask ales and a selection of spirits, with cocktails and fizz available too. There are two main bars and a choice of 15 different beers on draft and cask. On the food side it serves craft pizzas under the name Doughp and messy burgers. A space called The Yard is the pub garden area, and a top-floor Double Decker looks over the market. The pub also offers private hire and screens sport. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. London Bridge is about four minutes away on foot, Borough about six and Cannon Street about nine.

• The Market Porter – 9 Stoney St, London SE1 9AA, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  Nestled beside the vibrant Borough Market, The Market Porter is a traditional Victorian pub with a charming dining room offering panoramic views. While not explicitly detailed, its historic pub ambiance and location in a bustling market area suggest a welcoming atmosphere for patrons and their canine companions. Conveniently located near London Bridge station, it's an ideal spot to enjoy classic British fare and a pint after exploring the area.

Nearest Stations

• Borough (9 venues)
• London Bridge (8 venues)
• Southwark (5 venues)
• Canada Water (4 venues)
• Rotherhithe (4 venues)

Which dog-friendly pubs in Southwark are closest to the stations?

The Mayflower Pub in Rotherhithe, part of the Black Dog Pub Company, is just a one-minute walk from Rotherhithe station and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). The Gladstone Arms is a one-minute walk from Borough station and was also checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). Waterloo Arms, a BrewDog pub, is two minutes from Waterloo Station and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews).

Are there any dog-friendly pubs in Southwark with outdoor seating?

Yes, 3 of the 10 venues listed offer outdoor seating. The Mudlark near London Bridge is a historic Nicholson's pub with outdoor seating, and its dog-friendly status was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). The Ministry, Borough, a workspace and members' club in a converted Victorian printworks, also lists outdoor seating and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews).

What are the highest-rated dog-friendly pubs in Southwark?

The Mayflower Pub in Rotherhithe, part of the Black Dog Pub Company, holds a 4.8/5 rating and offers stunning river views from its decked jetty. Its dog-friendly status was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). The Blue Maid in Borough also boasts a 4.8/5 rating and is a traditional local gem near Borough station, and it was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews).

Are there dog-friendly pubs near Borough Market?

Several pubs near Borough station welcome dogs. The Gladstone Arms is a one-minute walk from Borough and has been a Borough institution since the 1920s, famed for live music and a beer garden. Its dog-friendly status was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). The Blue Maid is three minutes from Borough station and was also checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews).

Can I take my dog to a pub near London Bridge?

The Mudlark is a historic Nicholson's pub right by London Bridge, just a four-minute walk from the station. Known for excellent pints and classic British pies, it offers outdoor seating and has 150+ years of British heritage. Its dog-friendly status was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews).

Are there dog-friendly pubs in Southwark near Elephant and Castle?

The Albert Arms is a historic Georgian pub just three minutes' walk from Elephant and Castle station. It offers a warm atmosphere with a varied menu, and its dog-friendly status was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). It holds a 4.5/5 rating.

Which dog-friendly pub in Southwark has the best riverside views?

The Mayflower Pub in Rotherhithe, part of the Black Dog Pub Company, offers stunning river views from its decked jetty. This historic spot is just a one-minute walk from Rotherhithe station and holds a 4.8/5 rating. Its dog-friendly status was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews).