The best pubs in Camberwell

In 2026, The Kerfield Arms became just the second London pub to receive a coveted Michelin star, highlighting the elite-level culinary artistry going on in the kitchen at this Camberwell pub. The unpretentious, minimalist cuisine draws deep inspiration from British heritage, complemented by a curated wine programme alongside a traditional Sunday roast. Regardless of the buzz, however, the pub has remained remarkably grounded, with an ambience of inclusive hospitality.

More than just your local boozer, The Camberwell Arms is known far and wide for its kitchen menu, especially on Sundays, when it serves an award-winning roast dinner. It's a pretty top-notch place even if you aren't in the mood for a meal, too, pulling pints in a warm, welcoming setting. Come here a few times and you'll soon feel like you've been coming here forever, with the hum of conversation and familiar faces around you like a cosy social blanket.

Known for its lively vibe and community-minded spirit, The Grove House Tavern is a popular Camberwell pub that's particularly popular among younger crowds – in no small part also due to an ongoing residency by Mondo Sando, purveyors of cult loaded sarnies. To go with the food, the pub serves a range of drinks, including local ales and spirits, as well as hosts weekly pub quizzes, stand-up shows, live music, and more.

Located on a corner just moments from the pleasant Camberwell Green, The Hermits Cave is a relaxed pub that's built up a solid reputation among the neighbourhood's more bohemian crowds, especially those attending the Camberwell College of Arts. The prices at this Camberwell boozer are friendly, and though the shabby-chic interior isn't likely to win awards, the overall atmosphere is the kind of place where some of the best nights of your life happen – even if you might not remember them. Plus, a mean pint of Guinness is available at the bar.

The Stormbird serves beers by the nip as well as full pints and boasts a varied assortment of craft brews and offbeat beers from around the globe, making it a central destination for Camberwell's beer aficionados. Cans and bottles are available for purchase to take away, too. The pub itself is a snug spot with wooden floors, with a middle-of-the-road atmosphere between classic British boozer hospitality and modern taproom hotspot.

Despite having no official connection to the hit television series, The Bear in Camberwell shares its namesake's commitment to culinary excellence. This Camberwell gastropub consciously distances itself from standard pub grub, with high-calibre creations like hand-rolled cavatelli tossed with rapini, chilli, and garlic standing out on the menu. The interior also retains nostalgic pub fixtures while incorporating stylish contemporary updates – there's even a dedicated vinyl nook.

Part of the fast-growing Urban Pubs & Bars group, the Sun of Camberwell pub doesn't bring anything particularly novel to the table – but sometimes that's exactly what you need. No fuss, no big decisions, just the knowledge that your favourite pint is on the tap and that the kitchen can be relied on. The interior features quirky old-meets-new decor, and there's a spacious beer garden to sip the day away in as well.