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The Surprise Chelsea, London, Greater London

The Surprise Chelsea

4.6
4.6
555 Reviews
£25 and under
Gastro Pub
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The Surprise Chelsea

4.6
£25 and under
Gastro Pub
Chelsea

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
The Surprise is a beautiful gastro-pub tucked away in the heart of Chelsea. A hidden gem just a stone's throw from The River Thames, Battersea Park and the famous King's Road serving expertly prepared fresh, seasonal and local produce alongside a superb range of cask ales, a world class wine list and delicious cocktails!
Our famous Hamilton Room is available to book for private dining, drinks receptions and also as a meeting room, please get in touch to find our more.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    020 3837 4600
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Ondrej Hula
  • Private party facilities
    We have a beautiful private dining room, The Hamilton Room, which comes with its own bar and can seat 30 people for a lunch or dinner. Drinks and canapé receptions for up to 50 people are also very welcome. Please get in touch: events@thesurprise-chelsea.co.uk!!
  • Area
    Chelsea
  • Cross Street
    Christchurch Terrace
  • Parking details
    There are pay as you go meters just outside the pub.
  • Public transit
    Sloane Square Tube Station is less than a ten minute walk away.
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Indoor Fireplace

What 555 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • South West London

    Gastro Pub

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Surprise Chelsea is a charming gastropub nestled in a lovely residential area. Known for its "idyllic location" and "beautiful dining room," it offers "excellent" food and "superb" service. Patrons rave about the fish and chips and sticky toffee pudding, while the staff's friendliness and warmth create a "welcoming" atmosphere.

555 Reviews
  1. Brona

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about the surprise is wonderful. Staff food ambience.

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  2. Benjamin

    London

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great pub, tucked away in some residential streets. Good food and drinks.

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  3. Caitlin

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love it their food, wine and vibes are amazing! Can’t wait to go again. I have been for a normal 3 course meal and a Sunday roast and both were to die for!

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  4. Penelope

    Cumbria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very warmly welcomed and looked after + delicious food.

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  5. Maya

    Greece

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best fish and chips in town and spicy margaritas!!

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  6. Adam

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Booked a table for a family Sunday lunch. All was excellent: great Sunday roasts with generous portions; great selection of wines as well as tasty cider and much appreciated Guinness. And very importantly, impeccable and friendly service. Impressive!

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  7. Lila

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The foot and drinks were great and staff was so polite too.

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  8. Sarah

    London

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous evening at The Surprise. Delicious food, fabulous ambience and wonderful charming staff.

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  9. Naomi

    London

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a bit mixed in terms of overall experience. I am only going to dwell on the positive. I had the cod and it was delicious. I have been before and it was better but, will be happy to try again.

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  10. Deborah

    Bristol

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 23 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a lovely, friendly pub in a great location! We went for a family get together and it was just perfect. The food was outstanding even though the kitchen was having tech difficulties with their fryer, temporarily, and the suggested replacement options were delicious. The ingredients were top quality, flavours were amazing and dishes were beautifully presented. We advised when reserving that we were bringing our dog and they allocated a brilliant table at the back where she could tuck in and feel secure. It was very comfortable and the decor is lovely. Our waitress was quick and helpful and service was great, including a lovely warm personal welcome from the manager. A bit pricey but great value for what it was, and we would definitely recommend. It was packed on a Wednesday, though so I think the word is out! Thanks to all who made it a lovely evening.

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FAQs

The Surprise Chelsea is rated 4.6 stars by 555 OpenTable diners.

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A photo of The Surprise Chelsea restaurant

The Surprise Chelsea

4.6
£25 and under
Gastro Pub
Chelsea

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today
Google Map for The Surprise Chelsea

6 Christchurch Terrace, London, Greater London SW3 4AJ

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Christchurch Terrace
  • Area
    Chelsea
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There are pay as you go meters just outside the pub.
  • Public transit
    Sloane Square Tube Station is less than a ten minute walk away.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ondrej Hula
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Indoor Fireplace
  • Phone number
    020 3837 4600
  • Private party facilities
    We have a beautiful private dining room, The Hamilton Room, which comes with its own bar and can seat 30 people for a lunch or dinner. Drinks and canapé receptions for up to 50 people are also very welcome. Please get in touch: events@thesurprise-chelsea.co.uk!!
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