One of Dulwich Village’s historic pubs has recently undergone a revamp.
Located in Dulwich Village, The Crown & Greyhound is a Grade II listed pub dating back to 1900, built to replace two rival pubs – The Crown and The Greyhound.
Designed by architectural firm Eedle & Meyers, the merged venue was conceived as a “super-pub” that could cater to a broad spectrum of society, bringing together two very different drinking traditions under one roof.
The Grade II-listed pub has undergone a revamp to bring the space up to scratch while still retaining its historic charm.
Today, the pub features a restaurant and bar area, along with a pub garden and 20 boutique bedrooms, offering a place to eat, drink and stay.
There is a gastropub-style offering built around a new seasonal menu.
This includes elevated takes on classic pub dishes, alongside Sunday roasts, desserts and a cocktail selection.
On entering, I was immediately captivated by the historic charm of the pub, with its moody dark wood panelling, period paintings and atmospheric lighting, which really allow its roots as a Victorian pub to shine through.
The pub is also dog friendly, and while my guide dog Rosie can go anywhere, it’s always a pleasant experience for both of us when she’s offered a bowl of water and a cheeky gravy bone.
As for the food, I was really impressed by what I tried, with the menu taking traditional pub staples like fish and chips and elevating them.
Starters range from Devon crab on sourdough with avocado, pan-fried king prawns and chorizo, and fried squid with sweet chilli glaze.
Mains include fish and chips, a British beef burger, sausage and mash, and pan-roasted lamb and cod dishes. Desserts offer classics such as sticky toffee pudding, chocolate brownie and profiteroles.
We also ordered cocktails, and the menu is broad, with house specials like the Tropical Rum Punch, House Old Fashioned and Cherry Whisky Sour, as well as classics like a mojito and strawberry daiquiri, priced at around £12–£13.
Among the ones we tried, my favourites had to be the passion fruit martini, strawberry daiquiri and tropical rum punch.
We started with fried chicken with chilli honey and buttermilk jalapeño ranch sauce, as well as beef shin croquettes with gochujang mayo.
The croquettes were one of my favourite dishes, with really succulent, flavour-packed meat, and everything we tried delivered strongly on flavour.
For mains, we had the Devonshire cheddar and pancetta burger with fries and tomato relish, and the pan-roasted fillet of cod with chips, sautéed leeks and peas, finished with a lemon and parsley sauce.
Finally, the chocolate fondant served with salted caramel ice cream was delicious, and one of several classic options alongside the strawberries and cream sundae and sticky toffee pudding.
Overall, I think the new upgrade has really put this place firmly back on the map.
The food was impressive, the service warm and attentive, and the setting full of character and charm, making it perfect for post-work drinks, get-togethers and weekend catch-ups.
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