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The Bishop

4.4 (204)
£25 and under
British
25-27 Lordship Lane, London, SE22 8EW

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The Bishop

4.4
£25 and under
British
East Dulwich

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Welcome to the Bishop on Lordship Lane.


We specialize in seasonal British home cooked pub fare, quality local and British cask ales and continental beers, old and new world wines. We have been serving locals and visitors to the lane for years and are proud to be part of the East Dulwich community.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu 12:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Welcome to the Bishop on Lordship Lane, we specialize in seasonal British home cooked pub fare, quality local and British cask ales and continental beers, old and new world wines. We have been serving locals and visitors to the lane for years and are proud to be part of the East Dulwich community.
  • Private party facilities
    Secret Garden and Patio
  • Neighborhood
    East Dulwich
  • Cross street
    Number 27 On Lordship Lane
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    East Dulwich Station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas is coming at The Bishop

    £35.00 per person

    2 - 50 people

    Nov 12, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
    Book your Christmas catch up and enjoy our two, or three course set menu - packed full of festive flavours to kick off your Christmas celebrations in style. Join us for a celebration with workmates, a Christmas get together with friends, or a festive family lunch and get yourself into the spirt of the season.
    Christmas is coming at The Bishop Photo
  • Christmas Day at The Bishop

    £87.00 per person

    1 - 20 people

    Dec 25, 2026 only
    This year, pass on the prep, skip the stress and get straight to the very best bit about Christmas: incredible food and drinks with family and friends. We’ve got an unbelievable menu with options to put a smile on everyone’s face. Our pub is the perfect place to get everyone together, kick back in comfort and experience the joy of Christmas Day at your favourite local. Kids menus are available on request – please get in touch directly via email or phone.
    Christmas Day at The Bishop Photo

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Bishop.

4.4

4.4
(204)
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

204 Reviews
  1. John Royce

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a lovely Sunday roast at The Bishop on Lordship Lane yesterday. The food was great, and a special thanks to Rod for looking after us so well! He was friendly, attentive and made us feel really welcome. Such a nice atmosphere and an enjoyable afternoon. Will definitely be back!

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  2. Simba

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great time at the Bishop for a family reunion whilst on vacation. Looking forward to returning.
    The BishopResponded on August 2, 2026
    Thank you for the review! We look forward to seeing you again

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  3. Jan Gold

    London29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Sunday lunch as always , great service. !
    The BishopResponded on March 25, 2026
    Hi Jan, thank you for leaving us this review! We're glad you enjoyed your roast and we'll see you again soon.

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  4. Jan Gold

    London29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best fish & chips I have had in ages! Great service
    The BishopResponded on February 4, 2026
    Thank you for your feedback glad to see you had a great experience with us . Hope to see you back soon. Regards Rod

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  5. marcella

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 20, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and nice ambient atmosphere. The monkfish curry was delicious.
    The BishopResponded on January 24, 2026
    Thank you for this lovely review!

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  6. Jan Gold

    London29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I think the best Sunday lunch in the area. Great service
    The BishopResponded on January 24, 2026
    Thank you Jan for your kind words!

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  7. Karen

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined on January 18, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Sub par pub roast with befuddled waiter. We went to the pub next door for dessert!

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  8. Rosaleen

    London9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 18, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was ok ordered A 1/4 chicken but got a 1/2, burger was not very inspiring.
    The BishopResponded on January 24, 2026
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review!

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  9. Val

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on January 9, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We ate early being a business lunch - hence noise level quiet and service good. Food was very good only one minor niggle - the cheesecake was a little stodgy and custardy. Otherwise everyone happy.

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  10. Bernard Gold

    London37 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on November 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Rather disappointing. Extremely busy. The cooking was OK, but it was served on cold plates—poor selection of vegetables. Very noisy and crowded.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu 12:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Welcome to the Bishop on Lordship Lane, we specialize in seasonal British home cooked pub fare, quality local and British cask ales and continental beers, old and new world wines. We have been serving locals and visitors to the lane for years and are proud to be part of the East Dulwich community.
  • Private party facilities
    Secret Garden and Patio
  • Neighborhood
    East Dulwich
  • Cross street
    Number 27 On Lordship Lane
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    East Dulwich Station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, The Bishop accepts private parties, so you can host private gatherings there.

Portions at The Bishop are satisfying, guests note generous sharing starters and several say they left comfortably full.

Yes, the team is flexible and will work with you when booking; guests say staff kept in regular contact to organise private events and accommodated menu requests.

Sunday is the standout, guests consistently praise The Bishop's Sunday lunch and roasts, calling them excellent and a real local favourite.

The Bishop feels warm and freshly refurbished, muted, classy colours and warm lighting create a welcoming vibe, with a lively front bar and a calmer back dining area for meals.

Yes, The Bishop's warm, well-lit ambience and attentive service create a comfortable setting where couples can easily enjoy a conversation-led evening.

Guests have dined with dogs at The Bishop, staff have even brought water for a dog, and visitors report enjoying visits with their dogs on Saturdays.

For families with young children, yes, staff have helped guests with buggies on arrival, showing a practical, welcoming approach to family seating.

For a quieter visit, head to The Bishop at weekday lunchtime or an early business lunch, guests report calm, pleasant service then; if you’re after the roast, Sunday lunch is widely praised.

Yes, The Bishop welcomes families: guests have held family reunions here, reviewers note it’s "kid friendly at the right time, " and staff have helped parents with buggies.

Yes, guests regularly bring dogs to The Bishop and staff have even provided water for a dog, making visits welcoming for dog-owning diners.

Casual dress, comfortable, informal clothing is perfectly appropriate for a visit to The Bishop.

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The Bishop

4.4
£25 and under
British
East Dulwich

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
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