The Builders Arms Pub Chelsea

4.2

196 Reviews

£26 to £40

British

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Neighborhood 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 pm–10:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm
Phone number
020 7351 0555
Website
https://www.cubitthouse.co.uk/the-builders-arms-chelsea/
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.

Location
13 Britten St, London, Greater London SW3 3TY
Neighborhood
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
Dec 31, 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.

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
4.2Service
4.2Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

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

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William
London
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 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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OpenTable Diner
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 15, 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 5 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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Caroline
VIP
London
33 reviews
4.0
33 reviews
Dined on December 9, 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 December 13, 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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Penny
London
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 15, 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 November 18, 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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jonathan
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 15, 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 November 18, 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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Liam
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 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 November 18, 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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Philip
VIP
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 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 November 18, 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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Rob
VIP
New York City
31 reviews
3.0
31 reviews
Dined on October 29, 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 November 6, 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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Rene
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 27, 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 November 6, 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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Rob
VIP
New York City
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on October 19, 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.

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 4 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
Neighborhood
Chelsea
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm
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

Website
https://www.cubitthouse.co.uk/the-builders-arms-chelsea/
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.

The Builders Arms Pub Chelsea

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Complimentary Glass of Coates & Seely Brut Reserve

Menu

What 196 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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