The Selkirk, Tooting  

Always a pleasure to report a new pub getting off to a flying start, and that's certainly the case at this one. Whilst many re-launched boozers these days spend their time choosing their vintage wallpaper, the Selkirk's just got on with being as good a pub as it can. It's certainly won over a wide range of SW18's residents, with its hearty pub grub and solid selection of drinks. What's most impressive about this one is how they manage to cover so many bases without losing that pub feel: live music, big screen TV and even bar billiards are on offer, but this one still does the job for a drink and a natter. It's also refreshing to find a pub with an air of independence to it: the management at this one not only go out of their way to try out special events (Burns Night, Games evenings, Elvis impersonators), they also lay on a discount for NHS staff (a cunning rouse given the proximity to St. George's Hospital). Our only minor gripe was the time some punters waited to get served during our visit on a busy - but certainly not heaving - afternoon. A small complaint for sure, and one that doesn't take away from the fact that if you're looking for the best pub in Tooting, you should be looking here.

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