Best Putney Sunday Roast: A Local’s Guide
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Looking for the best Putney Sunday roasts? There’s nothing quite like a Yorkshire pudding, crispy roast potato and lashings of gravy to finish your week. In this post, I’ve rounded up the best Putney Sunday roasts for you to try!
Whether you’re a meat eater or a vegetarian, there are plenty of pubs and restaurants in Putney serving a traditional; Sunday roast. Whilst living in Putney, we tried many of these delicious Sunday lunches, followed by a walk around Putney Heath, Richmond Park or along the River Thames.
The price range is included with each Sunday roast offered, along with vegetarian options and why it’s one of the best Sunday roasts in Putney. However, timings, pricing and menus may change, so make sure you check with the restaurant’s website first.
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Putney Sunday Roast: A Summary
A traditional Sunday roast in England is as important as tacos in Mexico and pupusas in El Salvador. But what actually is a Sunday roast? And what makes a Sunday roast so delicious?
A Sunday roast is a plate of roasted meat, served with roasted potatoes, vegetables, gravy (a thick juice made from meat juices) and sometimes a fluffy Yorkshire pudding. How your Sunday roast is served is down to you – and they aren’t just for meat-eaters. Vegetarians can tuck into a hearty Sunday roast too!
For meat eaters, a good Sunday roast is all about how the meat is cooked. From tender slices of roast beef to an extra pig in blanket hiding under your Yorkshire (which is a sausage wrapped in bacon).
If you’re a vegetarian, most pubs and restaurants will have a vegetable-based option. From vegetarian wellingtons to nut roasts, as well as all of the trimmings served with a roast dinner, veggies can enjoy a Putney Sunday roast too.
Most pubs and restaurants in London will serve a roast dinner on a Sunday. However, they’re not all as good as each other, and if you have a bad roast dinner, it can ruin the experience. The roast dinners in this list have all been tried and tested by myself (updated photos coming soon) and are some of the best Sunday roasts Putney has to offer.
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Getting around Putney
Southwest London isn’t as tricky to drive in as Central London, and most people in the area own a car. If you’re visiting for a short amount of time, it may be worth hiring a car to get around to some of the parks, attractions and museums.
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Putney Sunday Roast: The Top 9
1. The Duke’s Head
One of the best Putney Sunday roast options is the Duke’s Head, located right on the side of the River Thames.
The Duke’s Head is a grand Victorian traditional English pub with comfy chairs, with roaring fires and a cosy atmosphere. You can’t ask for much more when you’re looking for a hearty roast dinner.
Putney Sunday roast options include:
- A trio of meats, pigs in blankets and crackling (£24)
- Beef, pork belly or buttermilk chicken (£17-£19)
- Vegan black pudding and tofu Wellington (£15)
All meat/veggie options are served with tasty vegetables, a Yorkshire pudding (the real winner of the meal), gravy and herb roast potatoes.
My favourite thing about the Duke’s Head is the views overlooking the river. There’s also a small beer garden if the weather is nice, so you can enjoy your roast and wine in the sun.
2. The Boathouse
Another riverside venue in Putney is the Boathouse. Spread across two floors, with one with outside decking and an unbeatable view of the River Thames. Their Sunday menu isn’t restricted to roast dinners, and you can pick from an extensive menu of fish, burgers and salads.
The roast potatoes are incredible. Dipped in beef fat (sorry, veggies), they’re crisp to perfection and will leave you returning to the Boathouse time and time again. It’s become a regular Sunday treat for us!
The Putney Sunday roast menu includes:
- A trio of meats (£26.50)
- 28-day-aged rump (£24)
- Buttermilk and thyme chicken (£22)
- Pork belly & roast loin (£22)
- Roasted cauliflower (v) (£20)
All roast dinners are served with award-worthy beef fat potatoes, marmite roasted carrots (don’t knock until you’ve tried them!), savoy cabbage, wild garlic, creamed leeks and a double egg Yorkshire pudding. The dream.
3. Coat and Badge
The Coat and Badge is one of the best pubs in Putney, and not just for its buzzing atmosphere when a sports game is on. The Sunday roasts are also a winner!
Boasting Yorkshire puddings the size of your plate, the Coat and Badge is known for its laid-back vibes and delicious Sunday roast options. It’s the perfect hangover option for you and your friends in Putney.
🏉 The Coat and Badge also have a large beer garden with screens showing popular sports games on game days.
4. The Jolly Gardeners
The Jolly Gardeners is another incredible place for a Sunday roast in Putney.
Either opt in for a plate full of hearty food yourself or order a shared roast. Priced at only £37, this gigantic meal will feed two of you and includes chicken, beef and pork belly. It’s a real cracker (and also adds to the experience).
Pair with a glass of red wine and the large TV screens showing your favourite sports and you’ve got the perfect Sunday. Putney Sunday roast menu includes:
- Tri of meats sharer (£37)
- 21-day-aged beef (£18.50)
- Half roast chicken (£16.50)
- Nut roast (£16)
- Slow-cooked pork belly (£16.50)
As always, the roast is served with a mountain of ruffled thyme-roasted potatoes, a large Yorkshire pudding, buttered cabbage and root vegetables. And the best part? They serve cauliflower cheese and pigs in blankets on the side. It’s a winner for a Putney Sunday roast, trust me.
5. The Green Man
The Green Man is a short 10-minute walk from Putney High Street, but it’s right next to Putney Heath; the large woodlands in the area. You can order a large Sunday roast, or main meals off the regular menu, making it the perfect spot for large groups.
Putney Sunday roasts at the Green Man include:
- Rump of beef, braised ox shin ragu (£19.50)
- Butternut squash, truffle & wild mushroom pie (v) (£15.50)
- Pork belly, crackling, gammon stuffing (£18)
- Roasted half chicken, pigs in blankets (£17.50)
And of course, the best part: all meats are served with beef dripping roast potatoes (they’re unbelievable), roasted Heritage carrots, parsnips, spring greens, creamed leeks & peas, AND a Yorkshire pudding with gravy. You can’t beat it!
6. Home SW15
If you fancy a higher-end Sunday lunch in Putney, Home is the place to be. Home is one of the best restaurants in Putney which also offers a hearty Sunday lunch. And of course, it doesn’t disappoint.
However, the Sunday roast menu at Home works a little differently. You’ll opt-in for a 3-course meal, all for £29.50. Served between midday to 3pm, the Putney Sunday roast menu includes:
- 28-day aged Beef wellington (I highly recommend!) (+£10 supp)
- Garden peas and asparagus tart
- Sea bream
- Shrimp burger
And dessert won’t disappoint either. If you need some help, get the salted caramel and pecan cheesecake. Thank me later!
7. The Spotted Horse
One thing that I love about the Spotted Horse Sunday roast is the mushroom Wellington. Not only is it one of the cheapest Sunday roasts in Putney, but it’s delicious! I highly recommend it (even if you’re not a vegetarian!) The Spotted Horse is another fun and social pub in Putney, and their Sunday roasts do not disappoint.
Putney Sunday roast options include:
- Aberdeen Angus beef rump, braised ox cheek (£20)
- Pork belly, pea & ham croquette, caramelised pear (£16.50)
- Lamb shoulder, lamb & apricot croquette (£21)
- Pan roast chicken supreme, stuffed thigh (£17.50)
- Mushroom Wellington (vg) (£13.50)
Plus, the brownie with ice cream is the perfect way to finish your Sunday lunch in the Spotted Horse.
8. Roxie
Roxie is primarily a steak restaurant known for its 21-day aged meat from Uraguay. It’s only a few minutes walk from East Putney Station and serves one of the best Sunday roasts in the town.
Putney Sunday roast options include:
- Fillet steak (£25)
- Rump steak (£18)
- Roast chicken (£16)
Unfortunately, there’s not a veggie option, but they do have other items on the menu to choose from. All roasts are served with slow-roasted potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, honey-roasted carrots, tender-stem broccoli and thick rosemary gravy.
9. East Putney Tavern
One of the cheaper options for a Putney Sunday roast is the East Putney Tavern also known to locals as the ‘EPT‘. The EPT is a social hub in Putney and home of live music on the weekend. And of course, their Sunday roasts do not disappoint! With a new ‘secret’ garden, you can enjoy your Sunday roast in the sunshine.
Putney Sunday roast options include:
- Slow roast Waveney Valley pork belly (£14)
- Rare roast 28-day Aberdeen Angus sirloin (£15.50)
- Roast Shropshire chicken (£13)
- Roast squash, sage & chestnut mushroom pithivier (£12)
Putney Sunday Roast: FAQs
1) What time is a Putney Sunday Roast / what time is a Sunday roast in London?
Most pubs in Putney serve a Sunday roast between the hours of 12-4. It’s all entirely down to you what time you have your Putney Sunday roast, but if you leave it too late, you run the risk of not being able to get the meat or vegetarian option that you’d like.
Aim to get to the pub for your Putney Sunday roast around 1-2 pm (and don’t forget to book in advance. It gets busy!)
2) How much does a Sunday Roast cost in Putney?
Putney Sunday roasts cost between £15-30, depending on the venue and the meat choice. If you’re on a budget, going to a pub will be your best bet. Restaurants tend to be more expensive.
3) Why is it a tradition to have a roast on a Sunday?
The tradition of a Sunday Roast dates back over 500 years, and it is thought to originate from King Henry VII’s rule in 1485. It’s thought the Sunday roast came about due to Roman Catholics and Anglicans not being able to eat meat on any day other than Sunday, so it was a celebration that became a tradition.
Crazy that it’s still a tradition we continue today in England, and for most a good Sunday roast is essential for a good week ahead!
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The Best Putney Sunday Roasts: In a Nutshell
So, there you have it! Everything you need to know about the best Sunday roasts in Putney. When you’re planning a trip to Southwest London, make sure you let me know over on Instagram or in the comments below!
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Happy travelling 🙂
Jennie x
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