The Waterman’s Arms

‘A warm welcome, unmatchable vibes, incredible views and outstanding hospitality’ are just some of the attributes of this revamped riverside hostelry, which now sets out its stall as a neighbourhood pub-cum-restaurant, complete with a balcony for gazing over the river. The kitchen is headed by Sam Andrews (ex-Camberwell Arms and Soho's Ducksoup), who has created a concise, Med-accented seasonal menu with daily specials chalked up on a board – market fish with wild oregano and chilli or steak with beef lardons, for example. The cooking is direct, and the kitchen teases out maximum flavour with the minimum of fuss – as in potato fritters with beef ragù and pecorino, mussels with cavolo nero and San Marzano tomatoes or aubergine and scamorza lasagne. Weekday lunches on Thursdays and Fridays are great value, and Sunday brings a choice of roasts in addition to the usual repertoire (perhaps spit-roast piri-piri chicken or porchetta with fennel relish). Service is everything you could wish for, and like everything here, the drinks selection has been put together with care and proper attention to detail.