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The Watermans Richmond, Richmond, Surrey

The Watermans Richmond

4.7
4.7
390 Reviews
£26 to £40
Contemporary European

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2 people
21:00
Booked 8 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
The Watermans Richmond is an all day Restaurant and Bar in the centre of town, conveniently located on an ancient cobbled street that leads down to the waterfront.

Our food is the best of British ingredients, served with a nod to southern Europe, with favourite dishes ranging from scallop ravioli to fregola, veal chops and day boat fish. We also have vegetarian and vegan options as well as delicious puddings including tiramisu, poached pears and profiteroles.

We have been the site of a Public house for centuries and still offer a selection of draught beers however we have an extensive wine list focusing mostly on classic wines from Europe.

The Restaurant is divided into several areas: luxurious deep leather banquette seating, bar counters perfect for lunches and more casual dining and cosy fireside dining in our upstairs room.

We also have two outside areas, a perfect spot for a drink or bite whilst watching the world go by.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Modern European, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    020 3638 9160
  • Website
    http://www.watermansrichmond.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We have three private areas that can seat up to 18 in each, or more for standing events. One is upstairs and can be used for meetings and dinners, has a fireplace and is very cosy. The second is downstairs and is our garden room, perfect for canape or drinks parties. The third is our outside dining area, set to the side of the premises and can be used for lunches, dinners, and again canape and drinks parties. Please call us on 0203 638 9160 or email on info@watermansrichmond.co.uk
  • Location
    10-12 Water Lane, Richmond, Surrey TW9 1TJ
  • Area
    Richmond
  • Cross Street
    Hill street and Water Lane
  • Parking details
    Please park in the Friars Lane car Park: Friars Ln, Richmond TW9 1NL
  • Public transit
    We are located 100 yards from the main bus station in Richmond. The District Line terminates at Richmond station and there are many overground options from Twickenham and Clapham to name but a few. On Twickenham rugby days many ticket holders elect to have lunch in Richmond and walk to the game as it takes only 20 minutes.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

Menu

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What 390 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

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  • London

    Contemporary European

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Watermans Richmond offers an inviting atmosphere with "excellent food and service." Guests frequently rave about its "lovely ambience" and "outstanding" menu, featuring dishes like the chateaubriand and ceviche. The friendly and attentive staff enhance the dining experience, making it a "charming place to go." Perfect for any occasion.

390 Reviews

  1. Emily

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful time had as always. The food is spectacular!

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  2. Simon

    London

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely restaurant with great choice and quality of food. Service is excellent too. Best restaurant in Richmond in my view.

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  3. Victoria

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place for Sunday lunch. Absolutely delicious and dog friendly too. Loved the tablecloths- increasingly rare these days and such a nice touch. Highly recommended

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  4. Jo

    London

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely food, lovely staff, great evening all round in a great atmosphere

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  5. john

    London

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Local restaurant punches well above its weight. Great.

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  6. Julie

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food, great wine list, fab cocktails. Lovely way to spend a birthday lunch and a new favourite restaurant in the area

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  7. Redina

    London

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    After a long period of not being able to go out, we decided to visit Richmond. We searched for a nice restaurant with good reviews and ultimately chose The Watermans. We had dinner there and felt extremely uncomfortable with the way the staff continuously tried to clear our table before we had finished our meal. Every 5 minutes, they would inquire, "Have you finished?" This constant pressure made us feel rushed, and as a result, we left our food unfinished, including both the starters and the main course. Our dinner reservation was for 7:30 pm, giving us ample time until the closing time of 11 pm. We were very disappointed with the experience and have no intentions of returning there.

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  8. Jonathan

    London

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My new favourite restaurant in Richmond, never failed to disappoint. Food was superb, cocktails lovely, and there’s a great wine list with plenty by the glass to choose from as well as bottles. Service is wonderful, friendly, happy, helpful, and always there when needed, perfect! Thank you!

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  9. Nikita

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was with the greatest of pleasure eating here, a last minute décision as to where to go not knowing the local area. Food was excellent alongside the service and the ambiance. We would highly recommend dining here. Great service with à smile, always nice to see a young team who are keen to please. Thank you all, keep up the hard work.

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  10. Karen

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great pre theatre dinner. We didn’t really want to leave and will definitely come again.

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The Watermans Richmond is rated 4.7 stars by 390 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
21:00
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for The Watermans Richmond

10-12 Water Lane, Richmond, Surrey TW9 1TJ

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Hill street and Water Lane
  • Area
    Richmond
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–22:00
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Modern European, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Please park in the Friars Lane car Park: Friars Ln, Richmond TW9 1NL
  • Public transit
    We are located 100 yards from the main bus station in Richmond. The District Line terminates at Richmond station and there are many overground options from Twickenham and Clapham to name but a few. On Twickenham rugby days many ticket holders elect to have lunch in Richmond and walk to the game as it takes only 20 minutes.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.watermansrichmond.co.uk/
  • Phone number
    020 3638 9160
  • Private party facilities
    We have three private areas that can seat up to 18 in each, or more for standing events. One is upstairs and can be used for meetings and dinners, has a fireplace and is very cosy. The second is downstairs and is our garden room, perfect for canape or drinks parties. The third is our outside dining area, set to the side of the premises and can be used for lunches, dinners, and again canape and drinks parties. Please call us on 0203 638 9160 or email on info@watermansrichmond.co.uk
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