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The Dolphin

4.6 (108)
£25 and under
Pizzeria
121 Sydenham Road, London, SE26 5HB

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The Dolphin

4.6
£25 and under
Pizzeria
Sydenham

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for craft beers

Welcome to The Dolphin, we look forward to serving you soon!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, Burgers, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 12:30 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Contactless Payment, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Sydenham
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    5 minute walk to Sydenham Station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Dolphin.

4.6

4.6
(108)
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

108 Reviews
  1. Savash

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, great band, great time.

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  2. maria

    London2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 20 September 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited The Dolphin yesterday for a roast. The venue itself was lovely, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. The roast was nice overall, although the potatoes were a little hard on the outside (but that could just be me). It was our first time here, and we enjoyed the atmosphere and the experience. We would definitely consider coming back.

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  3. Olesya

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great Sunday roast here, great options for meat and veggie!! And really good selection of beer too. Very much recommend.

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  4. Rohan Gold

    London13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 5 September 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely local neighbourhood pub with a really friendly and welcoming team. A great spot for a relaxed afternoon out, with a lovely atmosphere and a nice community feel. Would definitely come back!

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  5. Savash

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good friendly bar and table service, the pizzas were hot, fresh, and tasty. The live Rythm F Factory Funk Band sounded great, and the audience interaction was authentic. I'm looking forward to seeing them again soon

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  6. Savash

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great pizza with Live music, looking forward to go again soon

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  7. Joanna

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 18 April 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a nice meal but the starter was brought at the same time as the meal - which has happened before a couple of times at The Dolphin. It seemed as though they forgot to bring the starter and then rushed it to us. Apart from that it was quite noisy - which makes it hard to hear when you are talking to someone. The food is always very nice there though.

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  8. Hanna

    London11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere in this characterful pub. Good choice of beers and pizzas. Friendly welcoming staff

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  9. Carole

    Gloucestershire/Wiltshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Dolphin in Sydenham is an excellent pub with great food and immaculate service. Five of us had Sunday lunch and it was one of the best we ‘d had. Food tasted home cooked - just as we like it. Special thanks to our cheerful waiter

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  10. Stuart

    London7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 29 December 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A good evening with new friends. Monday turned out to be "only pizza" which was disappointing as we had not been told beforehand. However, pizzas were good and were on a 2 for 1 basis so very good value

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, Burgers, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 12:30 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Contactless Payment, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Sydenham
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    5 minute walk to Sydenham Station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Sundays are a favourite for The Dolphin's Sunday roast, while Mondays are a great pick if you want the 2-for-1 pizza deal many guests mention.

The Dolphin's Sunday roasts are substantial, guests regularly praise the Sunday lunch and note adult portions as generous, with plentiful vegetables and gravy.

Yes, The Dolphin's cosy, conversation-friendly ambience and chilled background music make it a lovely choice for a relaxed date night.

The Dolphin gets noticeably busy at peak times, reviewers say it was "fairly busy" when they arrived at 2pm on a Saturday, and others report it can be very busy on Monday nights, so expect a lively atmosphere during peak visits.

Yes, The Dolphin has a large landscaped beer garden for al fresco dining; guests frequently praise the "beautiful garden" and call the "outdoor garden seating (first-come, first-serve)" fabulous.

The Dolphin is a characterful, cosy pub with traditional touches, wooden floors, original wall panels and three fireplaces, balanced by contemporary details; live music and a well-curated playlist add energy, while the large beer garden offers a relaxed outdoor alternative.

Casual Dress, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate, so come as you are.

For The Dolphin, Sunday lunch is the standout time for its much-praised Sunday roast, while Monday evenings are ideal if you want the 2-for-1 pizza deal.

Yes, The Dolphin is family-friendly: reviewers call it great for families and note child facilities, including a good-quality baby changing area.

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The Dolphin

4.6
£25 and under
Pizzeria
Sydenham

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 4 times today
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