Rising Sun

Looking for London's best-kept secret? The Rising Sun in London is that magical unicorn where a proper British pub meets mind-blowing Thai cuisine - and trust me, you haven't lived until you've experienced this combo. This isn't just another London pub; it's where your "quick weeknight dinner" turns into "remember that incredible night at the Rising Sun?"

Let me paint you a picture: You're sitting in their beer garden on a warm evening, cold pint in hand, while the aroma of authentic Thai spices dances through the air. It's the kind of place where you can start with traditional pub banter and end up having a full-on Thai feast that rivals anything you'd find in Bangkok. NOT. EVEN. KIDDING.

The pub side? Classic London vibes with a modern twist. Think exposed brick, warm lighting, and that indefinable cozy feeling that makes British pubs feel like a hug in building form. But then - PLOT TWIST - you discover their Thai kitchen, and suddenly you're living your best cross-cultural life!

Speaking of that Thai kitchen... OH. MY. DAYS. Their Pad Thai has achieved legendary status among locals (and I've literally seen people close their eyes in bliss while eating it). The portions are proper generous too - none of that dainty nonsense here. Their red curry? It's the kind of dish you'll be thinking about three days later, wondering if it's too soon to go back. Spoiler alert: it's never too soon.

Live sports? They've got you covered with screens perfectly positioned so you won't miss a second of the action. And when there's a big match on? The atmosphere is ELECTRIC. Nothing beats celebrating a goal with a plate of perfectly crispy tempura prawns and a cold one.

The beer garden deserves its own paragraph because it's basically London's answer to outdoor paradise. String lights, comfortable seating, and enough space to actually breathe - a rare find in this city! It's dog-friendly too, so your four-legged mate can join the party.

Now, let's talk about their drinks selection because it's properly impressive. From local craft beers to wines that'll make you feel fancy, plus cocktails that'll have you snapping pics for the 'gram. The staff knows their stuff too - they'll recommend the perfect drink to pair with your massaman curry or just help you discover your new favorite tipple.

Here's some insider intel: They take bookings (THANK YOU), but the sweet spot is showing up around 6pm if you're walking in. Weekends get proper busy - booking ahead for Friday or Saturday is basically essential unless you enjoy living dangerously. And while we're sharing secrets: their happy hour deals are the stuff of legend.

The Rising Sun sits in that perfect price sweet spot where you're getting way more than you're paying for. You know those places where you check the bill and think "hang on, that can't be right?" in the best possible way? Yeah, that's here.

Location-wise, it's perfectly placed for making a night of it. Start with drinks in the beer garden, move inside for some incredible Thai food, catch the match, and before you know it, you've had one of those brilliant London nights that happened completely organically.

Listen, I could go on about the Rising Sun London all day, but instead, I'm just going to say this: If you're not planning your next night out here, you're honestly missing out on one of London's most perfect pub-meets-Thai-restaurant experiences. The kind of place that makes you feel like you've discovered something special - because you have. Get yourself down here before everyone else catches on and you can't get a table for love nor money. Trust me, your future self will thank you!