The Rookery

Staff here is literally so unnecessarily rude and unprofessional. Came here with my friend to watch the world cup semi final, and first a man who wasnt even the owner approached us very aggressively asking to see our IDs without even clarifying why. After me asking about it, he then tells us we have to buy drinks or leave because its really rude which might be true but I had no idea that was a part of sports game pub etiquette, i asked him why?? Because again i dont know about the etiquette and if its the same at every pub, and he acted like Id attacked him personally. I mean honestly, in the time he was yapping away and we were going back and forth, because me and my friend were literally so confused, he couldve just said ‘Hi, Hope youre having a good time. I was just wondering if you know about our rule that you have to get a drink if you want to watch the game, for alcoholic we require ID but we have non alcoholic drinks as well.’ The reason i didnt purchase a drink was because i dont drink alcohol and i didnt know they had non alcoholic ones too… but after that interaction why would i want to give you my money??? So not sure what he thought he was accomplishing. Another watcher infront of us asked why we had to buy a drink to watch the game and he also began arguing with him. Then another member of staff approached us and asked if we’re buying a drink or leaving and i said leaving, and he said “leave then”… yes just said that mate. Just shocking honestly to speak to two young girls minding their own business watching the game like that.

a month ago · via Google

A fine Street side pub, the Rookery is a great addition to the Clapham pub scene. Simple but has all you need for a fine drink. Plenty on offer from the keg. Unfortunately, not one for the real ale drinker, no cask ales (as far as I can tell) The 'Lost' lager was good, clear, cold and crisp. Lovely staff at the bar, friendly, quick and efficient. A most enjoyable visit. Also, there is a spiral staircase here, always a winner 🏆

3 years ago · via Google

I come to this pub regularly with my sports club. I have a fondness to it as I related to many good memories after being a recurrent customer for so many years. The staff are always nice and they have a good range of beverages. However, it's a real shame they have not re-open the kitchen since Covid times and the interiors could definitely benefit with some updating. A little TLC would go a long way for them and definitely help attract more business!

7 months ago · via Google

We went there for a roast. It was nice 7/10. And they still had roasts available at 7pm which was late. A bit light on the meat. Got an extra Yorkshire tho. The staff seemed like they had a big night and were a bit spacey but polite.

8 years ago · via Google