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The Builders Arms - The Builders Arms Pub Chelsea, London, Greater London

The Builders Arms Pub Chelsea

4.2
4.2
196 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
20:30
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
The beating heart of Chelsea and a stone throw away from Kings Road, The Builders Arms is a local's pub and restaurant featuring cosy corners with a fireplace, plus a beautiful rustic dining room featuring locally sourced and seasonal menus curated by Cubitt House's very own Ben Tish.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, European, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00–22:30 Sun 11:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    020 7351 0555
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Scott Dennis
  • Catering
    The Builders Arms boasts the finest feasting style group menus which are served to the table sharing style, catering to all allergies and dietary requirements. If it is a standing drinks party that is preferred, check out our canape & snacks list alongside our drinks package options.
  • Private party facilities
    Our semi-private Dining Room seating 30 guests on one long table is available for exclusive hire. We can also host drinks parties by our Fireplace too for up to 30 guests.
  • Area
    Chelsea
  • Cross Street
    St Luke's Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus stop: KG Chelsea Town Hall. Buses: 19, 22, 11, 211, 319, 360
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Complimentary Glass of Coates & Seely Brut Reserve

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Pre-book in advance for your pre-party New Year's Eve lunch or dinner, and receive a complimentary glass of Coates and Seely Britagne Brut Reserve English sparkling wine on arrival.
    Complimentary Glass of Coates & Seely Brut Reserve photo

What 196 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Builders Arms Pub Chelsea offers a charming atmosphere with "excellent food" and attentive service. Guests rave about "crispy, never soggy" fries and "the best apple pie." While prices are slightly higher, the pub's ambiance and service make it a favorite. A perfect spot for a delightful culinary experience in Chelsea.

196 Reviews
  1. William

    London

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good buzz and fantastic service especially. The Allsop bitter is spot on. Great to be back!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very authentic old style pub with lots of character. Food was very good. However, the reason I'm bothering to write the review is to complement two of the staff. Unfortunately I didn't get their names...but they were both young lads in early 20s. The barman and waiter serving us were extraordinarily friendly, courteous and polite. Both were a great asset to the pub, ensuring that our visit was a 5 star experience.
    The Builders Arms Pub ChelseaResponded 7 days ago
    Dear Guest, We are so glad that you enjoyed your experience in our Pub in Chelsea, Louis Junior and Louis Senior are definitely assets to the pub and we are super lucky to have them, we hope to see you soon.

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  3. Caroline

    VIP

    London

    33 reviews

    4.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful diner and served by a really fantastic waiter. He couldn’t have been more helpful and polite. Quick too! We are back for Boxing Day Lunch! 👏🏻
    The Builders Arms Pub ChelseaResponded on 13 December 2024
    Thank you for your wonderful review. It is so lovely to hear our waiting staff left such a fantastic impression. We look forward to hosting you on Boxing Day! Many thanks The Builders Arms Team

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  4. Penny

    London

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a delicious lunch and glass of wine - very comfortable and clean
    The Builders Arms Pub ChelseaResponded on 18 November 2024
    Thanks for the review Penny. I shall pass on the review to the team and we hope to see you again soon The Builders Arms Team

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  5. jonathan

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Lovely pub with service to match. Very good value.
    The Builders Arms Pub ChelseaResponded on 18 November 2024
    Thank you for taking the time to send us a review Jonathan. We look forward to hosting you again soon The Builders Arms Team

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  6. Liam

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal at The Builder's Arms - great atmosphere and steak was delicious!
    The Builders Arms Pub ChelseaResponded on 18 November 2024
    Thank you for your great review Liam. We hope to host you for another delicious steak soon! The Builders Arms Team

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  7. Philip

    VIP

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Okay. Food was upper average. Service likewise. Suspect Sunday lunch would be very good
    The Builders Arms Pub ChelseaResponded on 18 November 2024
    Thank you for your review Philip. We hope to host you again soon, maybe for that Sunday Roast! The Builders Arms Team

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  8. Rob

    VIP

    New York City

    31 reviews

    3.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ugh…our first experience at this neighborhood pub was a Sunday roast-which was tremendous. That being said, we decided to return for lunch on a Tuesday, which was not terrific. As during the first visit, service was excellent, but we were only one of two tables, and starters took almost 40-minutes to arrive. I ordered fish and chips as my main, and the chips were barely warm-fish could have been hotter too, but I didn’t mention it. Our server brought replacement chips, but disappointingly, they weren’t triple cooked. During our Sunday there, we finished with the apple pie, which was prob the best I’ve ever had, but being that service was so slow on Tuesday, we didn’t dare chance ordering a pudding and coffee. Anyway, our server didn’t charge us for two large bottled waters, and offered an additional discount-which was appreciated. We gave him an additional tip, because he was courteous and friendly throughout, and we certainly didn’t blame him for the kitchen’s issues. We’ll prob return in the future, and be hopeful that the food experience will be as it was during our first visit.
    The Builders Arms Pub ChelseaResponded on 6 November 2024
    Hello Rob Thank you for your review, we are sorry that your second visit with us wasn't as successful as your first. We would love to invite you back in sometime soon to showcase our usual standards of service. Please do email info@thebuildersarmschelsea.co.uk to chat further. Many thanks The Builders Arms Team

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  9. Rene

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was amazing, attentive and very friendly and warm. Food was very good as well.
    The Builders Arms Pub ChelseaResponded on 6 November 2024
    Thank you for the lovely review regarding our waiting staff and food. We hope to host you again soon The Builders Arms Team

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  10. Rob

    VIP

    New York City

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommended, from starters to puddings…service was friendly and attentive…

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FAQs

The Builders Arms Pub Chelsea is rated 4.2 stars by 196 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
20:30
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Builders Arms Pub Chelsea

13 Britten St, London, Greater London SW3 3TY

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    St Luke's Street
  • Area
    Chelsea
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00–22:30 Sun 11:00–21:30
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, European, Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus stop: KG Chelsea Town Hall. Buses: 19, 22, 11, 211, 319, 360
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Scott Dennis
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    020 7351 0555
  • Catering
    The Builders Arms boasts the finest feasting style group menus which are served to the table sharing style, catering to all allergies and dietary requirements. If it is a standing drinks party that is preferred, check out our canape & snacks list alongside our drinks package options.
  • Private party facilities
    Our semi-private Dining Room seating 30 guests on one long table is available for exclusive hire. We can also host drinks parties by our Fireplace too for up to 30 guests.
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