Tap Tavern - Richmond Upon Thames

The food was absolutely terrible. Not a single one of us enjoyed our food and if it weren’t for the fact that we were starving and had to get to the theatre we’d have sent it all back and left. The chicken burger was not cooked well at all and was pink in places, it had an odd texture and there was barely any cheese, if any at all. It just didn’t taste nice at all. The fish and chips was overly salty, the mushy peas were dry and hard and the “curry sauce” was more like a tasteless gravy. Even the rice with the veg curry had an odd texture. It really wasn’t good at all. We paid £85 for the four meals and 3 cokes which was steep for terrible food and they charged over £9 for service when we went up to the bar to order and all they did was bring the food out, though our server was a very nice young man! Definitely wouldn’t recommend or return!

Came in here the other night. Venue had a lovely Christmassy vibe. I have to say the bar staff were not on their game at all. I was stood waiting for a good few minutes whilst they chatted at the other end of the bar. I had to get someone’s attention. I was the only person stood waiting. The place we chose to sit had glasses plates from previous guests. I cleared them myself as no one seemed to be doing rounds on the floor to stay on top of tidiness. Good atmosphere drinks but servers need to be watching the bar rather than chatting to each other!

This was my first ever visit to the Tap Tavern, though I was a very regular visitor when this place was the Richmond Arms. I visited with a party of six for a late lunch to celebrate my other half 's 50th birthday, and was very impressed with the experience. The double cheeseburger was first rate, and the sweet potato curry with coconut sambol had a delicious balance of flavour and texture. My pint of 0.5% abv draught Lucky Saint was the perfect temperature. The staff were most attentive and helpful, going above and beyond to make the occasion special for our group. Thank you. RECOMMENDED

Disappointed given reviews. Very ordinary roasts. Vegetable wellington was pretty non descript. I guess a lot of demand equals limited pressure to produce something more home cooked and tastier

One of our regulars! They do amazing beers and great drinks selection with fab cocktails. Staff always super friendly and it’s very dog friendly too. Nice outdoor space as well when the weather is nice.