The Humphrey Bean

Same old same old beers. Hoping to be surprised with an ipa of 4.5+apv. One day perhaps. Oops there's a fly pig coming across. Settled for a gin & tonic which was an unbelievable just over £2. Could start doing this drink rather than real ale. 1 new ipa ale of 4.5percent wouldn't break the bank 🤔🤔

I've admired this pub for quite some time. It's well run, and does a good job despite being short of staff at times (this is not their fault, I assume, but the product of a labour famine). I would pick out a guy called Pete, who works like a Trojan but also takes the time to be friendly and have a chat with customers when he can. Times are hard, and especially this winter with the cost of living crisis and sky-high energy bills, this pub has become a refuge for people who need the warm and for just over a quid can get unlimited hot drinks. It's a good place.

Doesn't look big from outside but that's deceptive. Nice airy building on one level. Outside seating area at the rear. Nice atmosphere. Didn't eat here but had a couple of Stella's. Prices were £3.60 for a pint which is usual for Tim's establishments. I really like Tonbridge. Premier inn a mile away with rooms for £85.00 per night. Walk to the train station. 4 stops to Charing Cross. Watch a show head back & save £200.00 on a hotel in London. Use the money you save on a lovely meal next door to the Premier Inn at the Vauxhall Inn. Can't go wrong. Try it & leave a comment

The bar staff were friendly and we didn't have to wait long to be served. There were 10 of us eating and food all came out at the same time, which was good. All food was hot too. I had a burger which I personally didn't like much as it didn't have much flavour and was dry and the chips weren't that nice. But others had curry and chicken things that they all enjoyed.

Everything was great, staff, food was what was expected. Just unfortunately there was a family that turned up whilst I was eating and were very loud who had no respect for anyone but themselves. Their children ran about and the mum, (if you want to call her that) just shouted and swore at them.... I felt really sorry for the children.... awful atmosphere. Had my food quickly and left....would of stayed for more drinks otherwise...